Next top Must-Attend Events in Nebraska

Since the state's early history, Nebraska's plentiful and expansive prairies have helped feed its people and fuel its economic growth. However, Nebraska offers far more to its residents and tourists than just endless cornfields. The state's largest cities, including Omaha and Lincoln, feature a number of regular cultural attractions, including art exhibitions, music festivals, concerts and more.

  • Bellevue Berry Ranch Papillion, NE 68133 in Papillion, NE

For two weekends in May, the Bellevue Berry and Pumpkin Ranch travels back in time to the days medieval England for this entertaining event that offers everything from historical craft demonstrations and battling knights to court jesters and games. Learn how to wield a sword, hear traditional Celtic music, enjoy a variety of live shows and feast on food fit for a king.

  • Basement of Mem. Bldg. 810 1st Corso Nebraska City, NE 68410 in Nebraska City, NE

In commemoration of local resident J. Sterling Morton who established the holiday, the city offers free trees, a garden show and various demonstrations along with a parade, chili cooking competition, craft shows and numerous educational activities during the last weekend in April. The family fun event also offers a number of games and activities. Musical guests provide live entertainment and carriage rides give spectators the chance to tour the community.

  • Downtown Superior, NE 68978 in Superior, NE

The annual Memorial Day weekend event takes a look at the Victorian history of the community and commemorates former resident Lady Evelene Brodstone Vestey. Considered the Victorian capital of the state, Superior hosts a parade, craft fair and dances along with special children's activities, food presentations and a traditional Victorian tea. Guests might also journey about the community and view the many exquisite, historic Victorian homes.

  • 8th and Riverfront Dr. Downtown Omaha, NE 68106 in Omaha, NE

This food lover's dream takes place during the last weekend in May and offers up dozens of opportunities to sample the wares of local food companies and restaurants. The event welcomes cuisine talents representing numerous ethnicities, which gives guests a chance to enjoy their favorite foods or try something new. Six stages also serve as the location for live entertainment throughout the event and performers include everyone from local talent to celebrity guests.

  • McCook, Nebraska 10 Club House Drive McCook, NE 69001 in McCook, NE

Anyone who enjoys a good story must come to this event held during the last weekend in May. Through music, poetry and good old-fashioned tale-telling, storytellers far and wide attend the event and entertain audiences. Guests young and old hear tales that cover a wide range of topics that might include pioneering the Western frontier, war stories or surviving extraordinary circumstances. Enjoy gut-splitting humor to spine tingling horror and everything in between at this unique event. Workshops also provide the opportunity to learn the art of good storytelling.

  • Lincoln County Historical Museum 2403 N. Buffalo Bill Ave North Platte, NE 69101 in North Platte, NE

The June weekend event commemorates the history of the community by celebrating the lives of everyone from the farm families who settled the area to the railroad that provided transportation. See antique equipment and implement exhibits, watch artisans demonstrate crafts and centuries old trades. Tour the museums, the railroad or learn a new skill. Take part in some friendly competition and enjoy the food.

Main cities in Nebraska

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Omaha, NE
922 events
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Lincoln, NE
437 events
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Kearney, NE
149 events
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Fremont, NE
101 events
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Columbus, NE
71 events
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Grand Island, NE
68 events
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North Platte, NE
67 events
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Milford, NE
65 events
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Exeter, NE
61 events
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Norfolk, NE
58 events
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Ravenna, NE
54 events
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Blair, NE
52 events
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Pender, NE
52 events
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Wayne, NE
47 events
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Aurora, NE
43 events
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Bellevue, NE
43 events
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Emerson, NE
40 events
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Tecumseh, NE
38 events
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Saint Paul, NE
36 events
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Chadron, NE
35 events
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Battle Creek, NE
33 events
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Ord, NE
31 events
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Osceola, NE
31 events
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Hastings, NE
30 events

Counties in Nebraska

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ADAMS
4 cities
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BUFFALO
8 cities
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BURT
2 cities
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CASS
5 cities
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CEDAR
4 cities
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CLAY
3 cities
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CUMING
4 cities
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DAKOTA
3 cities
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DIXON
5 cities
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DODGE
6 cities
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DOUGLAS
7 cities
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FILLMORE
3 cities
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HALL
7 cities
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HAMILTON
5 cities
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HOWARD
2 cities
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JEFFERSON
2 cities
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JOHNSON
4 cities
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KNOX
1 cities
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LANCASTER
8 cities
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LINCOLN
1 cities
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MADISON
2 cities
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MERRICK
2 cities
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PAWNEE
3 cities
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PIERCE
2 cities
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PLATTE
1 cities
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POLK
4 cities
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SALINE
4 cities
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SARPY
6 cities
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SAUNDERS
6 cities
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SEWARD
10 cities
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SHERMAN
2 cities
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THURSTON
2 cities
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VALLEY
4 cities
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WASHINGTON
6 cities
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WAYNE
4 cities
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