On October 31, 1864 Nevada became the 36th state to join the union.

This joining is reflected in the words "Battle Born" on Nevada's state flag.

Nevadans began celebrating Nevada Day in 1939.

In 2000 the recognized holiday was moved to the last Friday of October as decided upon by voters and the state legislature.

Schools, libraries, state offices, courts and some banks will be closed on Friday October 31 to recognize Nevada Day.

A parade along with several other activities will take place in Carson City to mark the holiday.

The theme for Nevada Day 2008 is "Hollywood in Nevada, Movies and Television."

Here are events going on around Las Vegas:

Saturday November 1st: 10am/Sunday November 2nd 4pm
Civil War Reenactment at Spring Mountain Ranch State Park at 6375 State Hwy. 159.  The American Civil War Society is one of the largest Civil War re - enacting associations on the West Coast, and the Southern Nevada Living History Association is a group of dedicated re - enactors from the Las Vegas area.  This event will bring together re enactors from across Arizona, California, Colorado, New Mexico, Nevada and Utah.  The military organization consists of two divisions: one Union, and one Confederate. Each division is composed of infantry, artillery, mounted and dismounted cavalry.  The military units will reenact three exciting battles on Saturday and have one large Sunday battle around noon.  The Spring Mountain Ranch State Park Entrance Fee will be $5.00 per car at the gate.  Reenactment Admission will be $5.00 per person at the event site.  $2.00 for those 6 to 12 years old and free for 5 and under.  Admission is $2.00 for anyone with a current Military ID, and to students with the Civil War educational packets provided by their school.  For more information call 702-875-4141. (Information Courtesy Friends of the Fort)

Keep it tuned to Channel 13 as we cover events around the Valley celebrating Nevada Day.