Nevada’s high desert turns into a wasteland apocalypse of fire, metal and chaos. The community of Fernley gathers all their tumbleweeds to build one massive, roaring bonfire that lights up the night sky, accompanied by blistering heavy metal rhythms.

Expect roaring engines, blazing performances, and a celebration of everything dusty, loud, and unrefined.

Festival Highlights:

Giant Tumbleweed Bonfire: Bring your own tumbleweeds and fuel the fire!

Live Music: National headliners and local bands tearing up the stage.

Rat Rod & Rustic Car Show: Rust-covered machines built for the apocalypse.

Vendors, Food Trucks & Local Craft Brews, Themed Full-Bar: Fuel your appetite.

Other activities :TBA

This is an "all ages" show. However, it is not designed for kids, there won't be any kid-focused activities, and there isn't a discounted price for kid tickets. Also keep in mind it is a heavy metal festival where there will be a large crowd and loud music at the stage, and there is a potential for injury if you choose to bring your small children to the event or to the concert pit area. Please use discretion when deciding if you want to bring your children to the event, and remember that children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

InFERNo will feature a bonfire and fire-themed activities, which present an inherent risk. The Fernley ACES has coordinated with the North Lyon Fire Department and all fire performances and burns will be supervised and permitted. 

Bring your spirit of chaos — but keep it safe, folks.

The Nevada high desert weather is unpredictable and there is a chance of rain at any point throughout the year. 

It may be cold or even snowing on the day of the festival, we never know. 

InFERNo is a "rain or shine" event, we will not be cancelling for rain or mild weather issues. Be sure to dress for colder weather and if you are camping overnight, make sure you will be warm enough.

There will be various fire pits and heaters on-site to toast your tootsies and various locations where you can get a warm beverage or a hot meal to warm up with, but LAYERS, LAYERS, LAYERS! Always be prepared because there are no refunds available if you choose not to attend due to weather.

Fernley ACES (Arts & Culture Event Squad) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to building community through creativity, collaboration, and good old-fashioned desert weirdness. 

Wanna become an ACEFace? The Fernley Aces can always use a fresh set of hands, eyes and ideas! Reach Out for more information on events and projects that are coming up that you may want to get involved with! 

While your kids are welcome, please leave pets at home. Fires will be present, and there will be loud & sporadic noises (i.e. music, engines, screaming - yadda yadda) will be constant... Lil' Sparky is gonna be stressed and not having a good time + adding pets into the mix isn't covered by our insurance.