Axe Throwing in Reno, NV: Downtown Blades and Late-Night Throws in the Biggest Little City (2026 Guide)

Reno does nightlife differently than most cities. The casinos run 24 hours, the bars close late, and there is an entertainment culture built around keeping people busy well past midnight. Axe throwing fits right into that ecosystem -- and Reno Axe & Bar has leaned all the way in with weekend hours that stretch to 3 AM.

Between Reno Axe downtown and Axe and Throw across the city line in Sparks, the Reno-Sparks metro has two venues that cover different vibes, different hours, and different throwing experiences. One is a downtown bar with a full food menu. The other is a family-friendly spot in a shopping center with digital projected targets. Here is everything you need to pick the right one.

Reno Axe & Bar -- Downtown on the Riverwalk

Reno Axe sits at 100 N Sierra St, Suite 105 -- right in downtown Reno's Riverwalk District, steps from the Truckee River and the neon glow of Virginia Street. This is as central as it gets.

The setup: Axe throwing lanes upstairs, a full bar and games lounge called Reno Social downstairs. The building does double duty as a throwing venue and a legitimate bar with pool tables, ping-pong, air hockey, and a food menu. You can easily spend three hours here without running out of things to do.

Hours that matter: Monday-Wednesday 1-10 PM, Thursday 1-11 PM, Friday-Saturday 11 AM-12 AM (bar open until 3 AM), Sunday 11 AM-10 PM. Those Friday and Saturday hours are among the latest we have seen at any axe throwing venue in the country. Most venues close by 10 or 11 PM. Reno Axe lets you throw at midnight and then drink downstairs until 3 AM. In a city where the nightlife does not shut down early, this makes sense.

Pricing: $27 per person for a one-hour session. Discounts available for two-hour bookings. Groups of 2-12 per lane. For context on how that stacks up nationally, check our pricing guide.

Food and drink: Full food menu (not just bar snacks) plus craft beer, cocktails, and a solid drink selection. The downstairs bar operates independently from the throwing lanes, so non-throwers in your group have somewhere to hang out. If bar access is a priority for your group, see our venues with bars filter.

The downtown advantage: The Riverwalk District puts you within walking distance of dozens of restaurants, bars, and casinos. Reno Axe works as the anchor of a downtown night out -- dinner at one of the Riverwalk restaurants, throwing session, drinks downstairs at Reno Social, then walk to whatever is next. You do not need to drive anywhere.

Rating: 4.8 stars with 680 Google reviews. The review count alone tells the story -- this is one of the more popular axe throwing venues in the western US. Consistent praise for the instructors, the atmosphere, and the combination of throwing with the downstairs bar.

Browse Reno axe throwing venues in our directory.

Axe and Throw -- The Outlets at Legends, Sparks

Axe and Throw is located at 1180 Scheels Drive B109 in Sparks, inside The Outlets at Legends shopping center. It is across from the IMAX theater, between Cantina Los Tres Hombres and Sizl Burger. The location is about 15 minutes east of downtown Reno.

Digital projected targets: This is the headline feature. Axe and Throw uses projector-based systems that display different games and target configurations onto the wooden targets. Instead of just aiming for the bullseye every throw, you can play interactive games that change the scoring, the target layout, and the challenge level. Eight digital lanes mean the venue can handle multiple groups simultaneously without crowding.

Why the digital targets matter: For groups with mixed skill levels -- which is most groups -- the projected games level the playing field. Someone who has never thrown an axe can compete in a game of Tic Tac Toe or a zombie target challenge without needing bullseye accuracy. It makes the experience more social and less frustrating for beginners.

Add-ons: Beyond axes, you can add throwing stars and a large throwing knife for an additional $10. The variety keeps things interesting for groups booking longer sessions.

Pricing: $22 per person for 30 minutes, $27 per person for one hour. The 30-minute option is useful for groups that want to sample axe throwing as part of a bigger day at The Outlets at Legends without committing to a full hour.

Hours: Monday-Thursday 4-10:30 PM, Friday 4 PM-12 AM, Saturday 11 AM-12 AM, Sunday 11 AM-10:30 PM. Better weekday availability than many venues -- the 4 PM start on weekdays means you can fit in a post-work session.

Family-friendly: All throwers must be 10 or older and accompanied by someone 16+. This is a more accessible age policy than many venues, which require 12+ or even 18+. See our kids guide for a full breakdown of age policies nationwide.

The Legends location: Being inside a major shopping center has advantages. Plenty of free parking, other restaurants and entertainment nearby, and the kind of foot traffic that brings in first-time throwers who were not specifically looking for axe throwing but see it and decide to try it.

Rating: 4.7 stars with 372 Google reviews. Strong reviews highlighting the digital targets and the instructors (called "Axeperts" by the venue).

Browse Sparks axe throwing venues in our directory.

Reno Axe vs Axe and Throw: The Breakdown

Choose Reno Axe if: You want axe throwing as part of a night out downtown. The bar, food menu, late hours, and Riverwalk location make it the obvious choice for adults looking to combine throwing with drinks and a walkable neighborhood.

Choose Axe and Throw if: You have younger throwers in the group, you want the interactive digital target experience, or you are already at The Outlets at Legends. The 30-minute session option also works well for groups that want to try throwing without a full-hour commitment.

Late-Night Throwing: Reno's Secret Weapon

Most cities in America shut down their axe throwing venues by 10 PM on weeknights and 11 PM on weekends. Reno Axe keeps lanes open until midnight on Friday and Saturday, with the bar running until 3 AM. In a city where casinos operate around the clock and downtown stays alive well past midnight, this is not unusual -- it just happens to be unusual for axe throwing.

What does a midnight throwing session feel like? Different. The energy shifts later in the evening -- groups are looser, the competitive edge softens, and the social side of throwing takes over. If you are visiting Reno and looking for something to do between dinner and your 1 AM casino run, an 11 PM throwing session at Reno Axe is genuinely unique.

For comparison, our Las Vegas guide covers the late-night throwing scene in the other Nevada entertainment capital.

Building a Reno Day Around Axe Throwing

For tourists: Morning at the National Automobile Museum or the Nevada Museum of Art downtown. Lunch along the Riverwalk. Afternoon throwing session at Reno Axe (they open at 1 PM on weekdays, 11 AM on weekends). Evening at the casinos or one of the Riverwalk restaurants.

For families: Start at The Outlets at Legends for shopping, hit Axe and Throw for a 30-minute or one-hour session, then catch a movie at the IMAX next door. The whole afternoon stays in one location with free parking.

For bachelor/bachelorette parties: Reno Axe is the move. Book a group session, throw for an hour, migrate downstairs to Reno Social for drinks and bar games, then walk to downtown Reno's bars and casinos. The venue basically hands you a complete itinerary. See our bachelor/bachelorette guide for planning tips.

Day trip from Tahoe: Lake Tahoe is 45 minutes west. Ski in the morning (winter) or hike in the morning (summer), drive to Reno, throw axes, eat dinner downtown. It is one of the best day-trip combinations in the region.

What Makes Reno Different

Reno's axe throwing scene is small -- two venues in the metro area -- but both are excellent and they do not overlap much. You get a downtown bar experience at one and a family-friendly digital target experience at the other. There is no reason to choose between them if you have time for both.

The late-night hours at Reno Axe are the differentiator that puts Reno on the map for axe throwing. No other city we cover has a venue open until 3 AM on weekends. Combined with downtown Reno's casino and nightlife ecosystem, it creates an axe throwing experience you genuinely cannot replicate anywhere else.

Practical Details

What to wear: Closed-toe shoes required at both venues. Reno's desert climate means hot summers and cold winters -- dress in layers if you are visiting from out of town. Indoor venues mean the temperature inside is controlled, but you will want comfortable clothes you can move in. Full guide: what to wear axe throwing.

Booking: Both venues accept online reservations. Friday and Saturday evenings at Reno Axe fill up -- book ahead if you want a specific time slot. Axe and Throw's location inside a shopping center means more walk-in availability, but reservations are still recommended for groups.

Parking: Free lot parking at Axe and Throw (The Outlets at Legends has massive lots). Street and garage parking downtown for Reno Axe -- free on weekends and after 6 PM weekdays in most downtown lots.

FAQ

How many axe throwing venues are in Reno?

Two in the metro area: Reno Axe & Bar in downtown Reno and Axe and Throw in Sparks at The Outlets at Legends.

How much does axe throwing cost in Reno?

$27 per person for one hour at both venues. Axe and Throw also offers a 30-minute session for $22 per person. Both are in line with national averages -- see our cost guide.

Can kids go axe throwing in Reno?

Both venues allow ages 10 and up with adult supervision. Axe and Throw in Sparks is the more family-friendly option due to its shopping center location and digital targets. For more on age policies, see our kids guide.

What are the digital targets at Axe and Throw?

Projector-based systems that display different games and target layouts onto the wooden targets. You still throw real axes at real wood, but the scoring changes based on the game you select. Options include standard bullseye, Tic Tac Toe, zombie targets, and more.

Is Reno Axe really open until 3 AM?

The throwing lanes close at midnight on Friday and Saturday. The downstairs bar (Reno Social) stays open until 3 AM. So you can throw until midnight and drink until 3 AM.

Which venue is better for a group night out?

Reno Axe. The downtown location, full bar, food menu, and late-night hours make it the clear choice for adult groups. Axe and Throw is better for families and daytime outings.

Throw in the Biggest Little City

Reno gives you two solid options that never compete with each other. Reno Axe is the downtown nightlife play -- late hours, craft drinks, and a walkable neighborhood. Axe and Throw is the all-ages, interactive-targets play in a convenient shopping center. Both are priced at $27 an hour and both have strong reviews.

Start at our Reno directory page to see venue details, check out Sparks venues for Axe and Throw, or browse the full US directory to compare axe throwing across the country.