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Join for a traditional Oktoberfest celebration with a modern-day twist in City Centre! Main Street will be closed to make way for music, Oktoberfest-themed games and activities, a Husker Volleyball watch party (game time 3 p.m.), hearty food, and of course a beer garden.
Celebrate the fall season with guided nature hikes, fall crafts, s’mores, Scavenger Hunt, archery, refreshments, outdoor games, cornhole, gaga and more!
Celebrate autumn in the heart of the Old Market! Beats, Bites & Autumn Nights brings together live music, delicious flame-grilled food, festive activities, and community spirit for an unforgettable fall day.
Join for Falloween, La Vista’s festive twist on the traditional Halloween Safe Night! Held outdoors at the La Vista Community Center, this fun-filled event is perfect for families and kids of all ages. Enjoy the hayrack ride, photo ops, games and activities. Fill up on a free walking taco for dinner, and take home a pre-filled Halloween treat bag. Whether you’re dressed in costume or bundled up in your favorite fall sweater, Falloween is the place to start your Halloween night off right.
Come and join with family and friends to share the historical and cultural significance of Day of the Dead Mexican tradition. This celebration includes Mariachi music, authentic Mexican food, catrina contest, folkloric dance, and an offering to the loved ones that have passed away.
TOAST 2026 brings together Nebraska's best wineries for a day of tastings, wine bingo, artisan & food vendors, and all the good vibes you've come to love. Sip your way through the state's finest, grab your tasting glass and wine tote, and spend your wine bucks across the festival.
Pancake Man 8-10:30, Parade at 10:30
Bring the whole family out to Lake Cunningham for a day filled with fishing, food, animals, and outdoor fun! FREE Fishing: Kids (19 & under) can receive a FREE Zebco fishing pole and tackle kit (available to the first 300 participants), cast a line, and fish their heart out! NEW THIS YEAR – Live Trout Pond Experience: An interactive trout pond where kids can build fishing skills and experience the thrill of catching a trout in a safe, hands-on environment. FREE Lunch, FREE Snow Cones, FREE Petting Zoo.
Elkhorn Days 2026
Enjoy a wide variety of activities over this 4-day festival, including the area’s largest parade, lots of live music, vendor booths, kids and family activities, Corn Hole, beer garden, fireworks, car show, and so much more! Fireworks Friday May 29th. Parade Saturday May 30th 10:30-Noon
La Vista Days 2026
A fun-filled weekend celebrating community and the neighborly spirit that makes our city great.
Friday: Free Concert at The Astro, Fireworks & Drone Show.
Saturday: Parade, Car Show, Community Cookout, Family Fun Festival and more!
The 2026 “TASTE OF OMAHA ” will again showcase outstanding Restaurants with exciting live entertainment daily. This year the Annual Event will have entertainment for everyone’s taste on stages throughout the Festival. All stage shows during the 3-day extravaganza are free to attend. Top National Entertainers combined with the best popular area bands and musicians will again be continuously performing throughout the Festival.
4 Fun-Filled Days of Festivities! Get ready for an unforgettable celebration in Blair, NE! Our Gateway to the West Days are packed with exciting events and entertainment for the whole family, including: Kids Character Contest, Carnival Rides, Car Show, Craft & Vendor Market, Live Music, Parade, Water Fights, and more.
Bellevue Rocks The Riverfront Festival 2026
June 4-7, 2026. 4PM - midnight (Sunday 1PM - 6PM). Carnival Rides / Games, Food, Beer Garden, FREE SHUTTLE! American Heroes Park – Bellevue, NE. Friday - Not Quite Brothers, eNVy. Saturday - Michael and Janet Jackson Tribute, Whiskey Friends. There is no admission cost to attend the festival and listen to the music although donations will be accepted at the gate.
Bennington, Nebraska Community Event that includes a Parade, Food, Fireworks, BBQ Tournament, Community Worship Service, Beer Garden and Street Dance and more!
Celebrate the start of summer at the annual Strawberry Festival! This berry-filled event is packed with fun activities for all ages—and of course, everything strawberries.
Featuring an epic drone show, live music, interactive activities, and fun for all ages. Rain date on Saturday, June 6, so the fun doesn’t stop! With thousands of attendees, community partners, and plenty of entertainment, Summerfest is a can’t-miss event to kick off summer in Council Bluffs
Join for a family-friendly weekend of magic June 6-7, 2026, at the Bellevue Berry Farm! What can you expect? -Butterbeer! -Vendors offering wands, stuffed owls, and so much more! -Delicious food served by the Bellevue Berry Farm -Costumed characters roaming the Faire and teaching classes, courtesy of the Great Hall Players -Children’s activities including licensed Harry Potter coloring pages, giant bubbles, board games, and more
Join for our 3rd annual Strawberry Festival and come celebrate all things STRAWBERRY!!! 🍓🍓🍓 🎵Live music all weekend!🎵
Year three of Midwest Tacos & Tequila Fest at Falconwood Park! Join Saturday, June 6, with live music, art, vendors, and Tacos & Tequila! Thats not all, though. They'll also have mechanical bull riding, Lucha Libre wrestling matches, Micheladas, and a taco eating contest!
Omaha Art Fair is a vibrant and diverse art fair located at Aksarben Village in Omaha, NE. Over 150 talented artists, from across the country, showcase their work to visitors who can explore a wide range of artistic styles and mediums. With free kids activities, festival food favorites and music all day, there is something for everyone to enjoy!
Three days filled with a variety of fun activities for all ages in Springfield, NE, just a short drive from the Omaha and Lincoln areas. Friday evening's events begin at 5pm with a food, games, and entertainment. Saturday's highlights include 5K run/walk, pancake feed, corn hole tournament, kids foam party, parades, rubber duck race, food trucks, games, street dance with a live band, beer garden, fireworks show & more! We'll start off Sunday with an outdoor worship service along with refreshments, fun games, and activities. Prepare for a fantastic time!
Festival: Kidz Zone / Family Activities, Educational / Community Info, Free Health Screenings, Vaccine Station, Local Artists / Musicians, Food & Beverage Vendors Available.
Enjoy a free live concert featuring Keri Hilson and Lyfe Jennings. Doors open at 7:00pm!
Omaha Freedom Festival Concert
Get ready for an unforgettable night at the Omaha Freedom Festival Concert featuring Keri Hilson, Lyfe Jennings, and Nivea — hosted by Josh Jones with music by DJ Chain! Doors Open at 7:00pm, Concert Starts at 8:30pm, Fireworks Show at 10:30pm. General Admission Free with downloaded ticket.
Papillion Days 2026
Papillion Days is a time-honored tradition that takes place over Father’s Day weekend in June each year. Dating back to 1947, Papillion Days is the pinnacle summer celebration in town. Parade, Fireworks Show, Carnival & Market and more.
This annual event begins with a 5k road race starting in the City Park at 8 am, register in advance to receive a t-shirt or on race day starting at 7 am. The Kinderfest parade down Main Street begins at 11 am. Following the parade, the city park overflows with good old-fashioned fun! A petting zoo and blowups will await the kids. Game booths of all kinds will offer prizes: ring toss, duck races, basketball, cornhole, paddle wheel and more. Where Everyone is a Winner! Lots of food choices including: pulled pork, brisket, brats, burgers, walking tacos and home-made pie!
Homestead Days® in Beatrice, NE is a community-wide celebration of our homesteading heritage put together by the Beatrice Area Chamber of Commerce and a group of wonderful volunteers and community partners! Check out this year's schedule of events on their site
Freedom Fest at Nelson Produce Farm
Freedom Night is a full evening of family fun, festive games, and hands-on farm experiences. The night ends with a spectacular fireworks show presented by Bellino Fireworks.
Ralston’s 66th Annual Independence Day Celebration
Friday - Picnic on the Green, Family Street Dance, Lemon Fresh Day Concert, Fireworks show at Liberty First Credit Union Arena. Saturday - Optimist Fun Run/Walk, Children's Parade, Parade Through Ralston, After Parade Cool Down Party.
This free, family-friendly celebration features live music, food vendors, kids' activities, foam party, bounce houses, rock climbing, putt putt golf, carnival games, glass blowing, and more as part of our community's America 250 celebration.
The John C. Fremont Days festival is an award winning three day celebration of Fremont, held the second full weekend of July each year. This family oriented citywide festival began in 1987 and has events throughout the City of Fremont with something for everyone!
Parade, Balloon Glow, Kids Activities, Rodeo, and more!
Sunshine, sweet corn, and flavorful melons—it doesn’t get more summer than this. Join for their Homegrown Festival, a celebration of the crops we grow right here on our farm: sweet corn, watermelon, and cantaloupe. This summer favorite brings together fresh flavors, hands-on farm fun, and all the traditions you know and love.
Discover the rich history of the Douglas County Fair. Explore our educational exhibits, enjoy delicious food, and create unforgettable memories with the whole family! Free Entry, Youth Livestock Show, Educational Exhibits & Entertainment
Mandela Fest is the annual end of year community festival of the Nelson Mandela Campus. It is celebrated as close to July 18th as possible to celebrate the birthday of Nelson Mandela. Scholars and families from both the Early Childhood Development Center and the Elementary School, as well as from the community, are able to enjoy scholar performances while participating in budget-friendly, family-friendly activities and a community resource fair.
Friday: Outdoor Movie, Fireworks. Saturday: Pancake Breakfast, Parade. Sunday: Community Picnic, Carnival Rides, car show and much more!
Gretna Days Fireworks Show
Join for another great Gretna Days Fireworks Show by Gretna’s own Peters Pyrotechnic Productions! Time is Approximate! Could start a little earlier or later based on the timing of darkness and weather. BIG THANK YOU to our sponsor Culver’s! Located East of the Gretna High School. Join us before fireworks for movie nite in the football stadium, or come later to view fireworks show from the stadium.
Carter Lake’s Annual Parade & Festival on July 25th for a full day of fun, community, and celebration! The parade kicks off at 11 AM, followed by the festival, kids zone, and vendor fair starting at 12 PM. Enjoy the beer garden at 1 PM, live music at 4 PM, and end the night with fireworks at 10 PM.
Experience small-town summer fun at the Dodge County Fair! Families can enjoy exciting carnival rides, live entertainment, delicious fair food, 4-H exhibits, livestock shows, competitions, and activities for all ages. It's the perfect way to make lasting summer memories with a day full of classic fair fun.
Join for our first-ever Sweet Corn Festival! 🌽 More details coming soon…but for now, mark your calendar and start dreaming of summer sunshine, sweet corn, and the indescribable magic you can only find at the orchard…something delicious is in the works!
Gather in Central Park to celebrate La Vista’s community and its first responders. This safetyfocused event features “touch-a-truck” with first responder vehicles, a greeting from Mayor Kindig, face painters and activities, free treats, plenty of safety information and demonstrations.
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