FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Josh MacEachern, Public Information Officer

jmaceachern@rtcwashoe.com | RTC Media Phone: 775-420-1727

Enjoy Free RTC Transit to the Great Reno Balloon Race

Reno, Nevada (September 5, 2024) – The Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) of Washoe County is providing free transit service to the Great Reno Balloon Race Friday, September 6 through Sunday, September 8 from 4 a.m. until 10 a.m.

“We’re always excited to involve the community in this fantastic event,” said Jim Gee, RTC Director of Public Transportation and Operations. “Taking the bus helps reduce traffic and avoid the hassle of trying to find parking.”

Passengers can ride the RAPID Virginia Line for free to Rancho San Rafael Park from 4 a.m. until 10 a.m. during the Great Reno Balloon Race.

RTC RIDE bus service on the RAPID Virginia Line will run approximately every 15 minutes with extended service to Rancho San Rafael Park. ACCESS passengers will have free service to and from the event during the same hours.

Plan your trip today at www.rtcwashoe.com, or by downloading the Transit App.

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About RTC: The Regional Transportation Commission of Washoe County, Nevada serves the citizens of Reno, Sparks and unincorporated areas of Washoe County. As the federally designated Metropolitan Planning Organization for the region, the RTC provides leadership in planning and implements quality transportation systems to meet the community’s present and future transportation needs. For more information about RTC projects visit rtcwashoe.com and sign up for email updates using MyRTC or call (775) 348-0400. Follow RTC on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube.

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