Brush & Brews Throwdown 2025 • May 10th

Brush & Brews • Saturday, May 10th, 2025

Join us at Parlay 6 in MidTown Reno on May 10 at 2 p.m. for Brush & Brew, a thrilling live art competition where local artists go head-to-head, racing against the clock to transform a surprise theme into a unique work of art—all in just 20 minutes.

This event is more than just an exciting competition—it’s an opportunity to celebrate and support the local arts and craft beer industries, both of which play a vital role in Nevada’s economy and cultural identity. Did you know? Recent studies show that Nevada’s Arts & Culture sector contributes more to the state’s economy than mining, agriculture, and forestry. Reno-Sparks is home to an incredible creative community, and by attending Brush & Brew, you’ll help artists continue creating while supporting craft brewers who bring people together through their passion.

How It Works:

• Twelve artists compete in three rounds of live painting, with each round featuring a brand-new surprise theme.
• Attendees vote after each round, with the top two finalists facing off in an epic final showdown.
• The grand prize? Bragging rights—and potentially, the winning artwork featured at Parlay 6!

Your Ticket Includes:

• Entry to the event
• One craft beer from Parlay 6
• The power to vote and help crown the winner!

Beyond the competition, the Nevada Department of Agriculture will be on hand to share details about the 2025 Craft Brew Passport, a guide to Nevada’s craft beverage scene.

Why This Matters:
Your ticket isn’t just access to an afternoon of creativity and craft beer—it’s a way to actively support local artists and brewers who enrich our community every day. Proceeds will help Sierra Arts Foundation create more opportunities for artists, while also funding the competition prize.

Artwork from the event will remain on display at Parlay 6 for the following month, so attendees (and newcomers) can continue to enjoy the creativity long after the final vote.

Be part of something bigger. Support local. Celebrate creativity. Grab your ticket today!

Ticket link: Sierra Arts Foundation | Kindful

Apply to be an artist: Apply Here

Deadline to apply to compete: April 10th

Questions regarding this event, please email:  lina@sierra-arts.org