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Nebraska State Fair

The fair offers hundreds of attractions including many entertainers, exhibits, midway rides, and delicious food. With a history older than the state itself, the fair combines tradition with innovation to produce an educational and exciting event for the entire family.

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April 15 - 17 - Spring Festival, An Arts & Crafts Affair, Omaha - Hundreds of the nation's finest artists and crafts people from around the country display and sell their handmade wares. (402) 331-2889 Qwest Center (8370)

April 15 - 17 - Wine, Writers and Song Festival, Brownville - Workshops, concerts, lectures, presentations, tastings & more! 402-825-3968 (8852)

April 28 - 30 - 11th Annual Country Bluegrass Festival, North Platte - Featuring Lost and Found, Joe Mullins and Radio Ramblers ,Branson on the Road ,Amber Digby and Midnight Flyer,Remington Ryde ,High Plains Tradition, The Martin FamilyMiller Family , Ransom Notes. (308)532-1465 Lincoln County Fairgrounds (8371)

April 30 - The Great Nebraska Mushroom Festival, Peru - Comb the hills of Peru for morel mushrooms on one of the scheduled hints then stick around for the coronation of Mushroom-based treats. 800-333-2263 (8851)

May 28 - 29 - Midwest Renaissance Festival, Omaha - Live shows on 8 different stages, knights in armor, live jousting, family fun and more. (402)689-2969 (8372)

June 10 -12 - Omaha Summer Arts Festival, Omaha - (402) 345-5401 Gene Leahy Mall 10 to 15th on Farnam Street (8375)

June 11 - 25 - Nebraskaland Days, North Platte - NEBRASKAland DAYS is a celebration of the state of Nebraska and its heritage. Consisting of parades, art shows, rodeos, concerts, food events, and much, much more. (888)313-5606 (8853)

June 23 - 26 - Wahoo Country Music Show, Wahoo - You don't want to miss this event. 402-687-9594 Saunders County Fairgrounds (8374)

June 24 - 25 - The Flatwater Folk Festival, Hastings - Prairie Loft Center for Outdoor and Agricultural 402-463-0565 Prairie Loft Center for Outdoor and Agricultural Learning (8376)

July 1 - 2 - Johnson County Heritage Days, Tecumseh - Historical festival including exhibits and memorabilia, 5K fun run/walk, quilt show, vintage fashion show, pie baking contest, car,truck,tractor show and more. Courthouse square (9219)

July 2 - 4 - Crawford's 125th Anniversary & Old West Trail Rodeo, Crawford - Chariot races, PRCA rodeo, history demonstrations, parade and family fun. (308) 430-0909 Downtown & rodeo grounds (9220)

July 3-4 - July 4th Celebration and Rodeo, Sutherland - Enjoy rodeo competitions along with 4th of July activities. (308) 386-4721 Rodeo grounds & downtown (9221)

July 3 - Childrens Independence Day Parade, Beaver Crossing - Children's parade held since 1972. Legion baseball game, concert and fireworks display. (402) 532-2030 Dimery Ave (Main St) (9222)

July 6 - 11 - Madison County Fair and Rodeo, Madison - Enjoy 3 nights of concerts, exhibits, food and fun for the entire family. 402-454-2144 (9751)

July 6 - 10 - Dodge County 4-H Fair, Fremont - (402) 721-2641 Christensen Field (9752)

July 6 - 9 - Fremont 4-H Fair, Fremont - Theme: "A Summer Affair" 4-H & FFA Exhibitors from the following counties: Burt, Butler, Colfax, Cuming, Dodge, Douglas, Sarpy, Saunders and Washington. Christensen Field (9753)

July 6 - 11 - Madison County Fair, Madison - Heart of America carnival, 4-H shows and exhibits, open class shows and exhibits; fun for the whole family. (402) 454-2144 North edge of Madison (9765)

July 8 - 12 - Franklin County Fair, Franklin - 4-H Club and FFA livestock competitions and awards, livestock scrambles, tractor pulls, Live entertainment, dances and a free barbeque along with lots of arts, crafts, cooking and baking competitions round out the attractions at this popular event. (308) 425-6250 (9755)

July 8 - 10 - Wayne Chicken Show, Wayne - The Chicken Show is a fun event held annually on the second Saturday in July. 402-375-2240 (9832)

July 8 -10 - John C. Fremont Days, Fremont - Named for famed explorer John C. Fremont, the town celebrates his pioneering spirit by holding three days of music, competitions, car shows, and pageants and rodeo. 402-727-9428 Main Street (8854)

July 8- 10 - Fur Trade Days, Chadron - A buffalo - chip throwing competition is just one of the ways the fur trade's legacy is celebrated at this annual event. 800-603-2937 (8855)

July 9 -13 - Boone County Fair, Albion - Bring the family and enjoy the fair! 402-395-9979 Boone County Fairgrounds (8377)

July 13-17 - The 71th Annual Platte County Fair, Columbus - Come Join the Fun in 2011! 402-564-0133 (9224)

July 13 - 17 - Platte County Fair, Columbus - (402) 564-0133 Ag Park off of Highway 81 (9767)

July 14 - 17 - Frontier County Stockville Fair, Stockville - (9756)

July 14 - 17 - Jefferson County Fair, Fairbury - (402) 729-5792 PWF Road Just east of Fairbury (9760)

July 15 -17 - Webster County Fair, Bladen - (402) 756-1024 (9772)

July 16-21 - Kearney County Fair, Minden - (308) 832-0645 Kearney County Fairgrounds (9226)

July 20 - 24 - Hall County Fair, Grand Island - 308-398-2404 (8378)

July 20 - 24 - Gage County Fair, Beatrice - The 2011 Gage County Fair is going to bring new entertainers, and a new line-up as we add in the Nebraska Bush Pullers on Sunday night. We'll kick off 5 days of great music, racing, carnival rides, and more with Easton Corbin on Wednesday night, followed by a double header of entertainment with Jason Jones and musical duo of Steel Magnolia. (402) 223-3247 Logan St (9757)

July 20- 25 - Lincoln County Fair, North Platte - (308) 534-8191 Lincoln County Fairgrounds (9764)

July 20 -24 - Pierce County Fair, Pierce - (402) 329-4327 (9766)

July 27 - 31 - Red Willow County Fair, McCook - Our Midway Act this year will be "THE FAST HORSES," a native American family variety show. (308) 345-4650 West 5th and O St. (9768)

July 28 - 31 - Wayne County Fair, Wayne - Jake Owen is our big name entertainment this year and he will be performing on Sat. July 30th. Fri. night(July 29th) Comedians Williams and Ree will be performing @ 7:30pm (402) 375-5531 (9771)

July 29 - August 3 - Washington County Fair, Arlington - Concerts, parade, 4-H exhibits, antique tractor pull, demolition derby and more. (402)478-4900 Fairgrounds (8380)

July 29 - August 1 - Hamilton County Fair, Aurora - (402) 363-1649 8th and A Street (9758)

August 4 - 13 - Lancaster County Super Fair, Lincoln - (402) 441-6545 84th St and Havelock Ave. (9763)

August 4 - 7 - York County Fair, York - Come to our Fair and have a time of your life. (402) 362-5508 York County Fairgrounds on North Lincoln Avenue (9773)

August 7 - Nebraska Christian Music Festival music, Hastings - Local and nationally known Christian artists will perform at an outdoor amphitheater for your entire family, with games and food, art and craft vendors available for all your needs and curiosities. 402-469-5149 (8373)

August 7 - 14 - Box Butte County Fair, Hemingford - 308-487-5223 (9754)

August 9 - 13 - Cass County Fair, Plattsmouth - (402) 267-5120 (8381)

August 9 - 13 - Holt County Fair, Chambers - Check out our web site for all the updates about the Holt County Fair (402) 482-5844 (9759)

August 9 - 14 - Keith County Fair, Ogallala - (308) 284-6952 (9761)

August 11 - 14 - Knox County Fair, Bloomfield - (402) 373-4655 (9762)

August 12 -14 - Kool-Aid festival, Hastings - Why a Kool-Aid festival in Hastings? The venerable children's soft drink was invented by a local resident in 1927. The weekend event includes a huge parade, giant inflatable rides, concert, and fireworks display. 800-967-2189 (8860)

August 17 - 21 - Stanton County Fair, Stanton - (402) 439-2003 (9769)

August 18 - 21 - Columbus Days - Discover the Music, the Food, the Fun!, Columbus - For the entire family the 3rd weekend in August! The biggest block party in downtown Columbus features the Barbeque Classic, all-Ford vehicle show, inflatable midway, food court, continuous stage entertainment, beer garden, parade and live bands every night. 402-564-2769 (9218)

August 26 - September 5 - Nebraska State Fair, Grand Island - The Nebraska State Fair boasts all the family favorites: a midway with carnival rides and games of chance and skill, racing pigs, clowns, and stilt walkers who weave through the crowds. 402-473-5371 Fairgrounds (8859)

September 16 - 18 - Rail Fest, North Platt - Railroad buffs come from far and wide to watch training and heavy equipment demonstrations during this three day event in North Platt, home of the world's largest railroad classification facility. 308-534-3648 Cody Park (8861)

September 17 - Greeley Irish Festival, Greeley - Locals celebrate their Irish roots with authentic food,dance, and music on two stages. 308-428-5595 (8862)

September 23 - 25 - NEBRASKA'S JUNK JAUNT, - 300 Miles of Treasures! Welcome to NEBRASKA'S JUNK JAUNT. It is a 300 mile continuous Yard Sale in central Nebraska. Each of 35-40 towns organizes a 3-day yard sale. Most towns will have at least one "Central Set-Up" location for vendors. 308-346-4815 Loup Rivers Scenic Byway Highways 11 & 91 (8863)

2012 Events

April 13 - 15 - Wine, Writers and Song Festival, Brownville - A 3 day celebration of wine, literature, food, music and history. (402) 475-8663 (11038)

April 13 - 15 - Spring Festival, An Arts & Crafts Affair, Omaha - Hundreds of the nation's finest artists and crafts people from around the country display and sell their handmade wares. (402) 331-2889 Qwest Center 455 N. 10th St (10331)

April 26 - 28 - 12th Annual Country Bluegrass Festival, North Platte - (308)532-1465 Lincoln County Fairgrounds (10332)

April 27 - 29 - Downtown Spring Carnival, Columbus - Join us at this fun community festival. (11039)

April 27 - 29 - 140th Annual Arbor Day Celebration, Nebraska City - Children's activities and live entertainment. Parade and 5K trail run/walk, commemorative tree plantings and more. (11040)

May 5-6 - Midlands Pirate Festival, Papillion - A stranded pirate ship, fully stocked pirate tavern, treasure cave, shopping, hands-on activities and the finest festival gruel. Bellevue Berry & Pumpkin Ranch (11041)

May 8 - Nebraska Children's Groundwater Festival, Grand Island - Educating youth through lively entertainment, interactive displays and tangible experiments. Water magicians, folksingers, storytellers and raptor shows. (308) 385-6282 Central Community College and College Park (11042)

May 11-13 - Nebraska Renaissance Faire, Papillion - A variety of live stage performers, historical demonstrators, equestrian jousting and battle reenactments. (402) 331-5500 Bellevue Berry & Pumpkin Patch (11043)

May 24-27 - La Vista Daze 2012, La Vista - Carnival, vendor booths, parade, beer garden, cookout, free concert and more. La Vista Central Park (11044)

May 25-27 - Victorian Festival, Superior - Celebrate the heritage of Superior. Parade, children's activities, food, Victorian tea honoring Lady Vestey, craft fair, dances and more. (402) 879-3419 (11045)

May 26-28 - Funfest Weekend, Ewing - Street dance, hole-in-one, parade, food, road rally and more. (402) 336-1504 (11046)

May 31-June 3 - Comstock Country Fest, Comstock - Nebraska's party in the pasture brings your favorite country artists up close and personal. Camping available. (308) 225-4843 (11047)

June 1-3 - Q125 Celebration, Howells - Three days of activities for all ages including a quilt show, antique tractor pull, fireworks and fun. (402) 380-8290 Memorial Park, Ballroom Park and Downtown (11048)

June 3 - Family Fun Day, York - Craft activities, games, wagon rides, face painting, animals and special programs. (402) 710-0682 Wessels Living History Farm (11049)

June 8-9 - Battle Creek Fun Days, Battle Creek - Street dance, fun run/walk, talent show, parade, BBQ, fireworks and music on Main Street. (402) 640-6738 Main Street (11050)

June 8-10 - Summer Arts Festival, Omaha - Featuring 135 of the nation's finest visual artists, two stages of continuous entertainment and a large hands-on children's fair. (402) 345-5401 Gene Leahy Mall (11051)

June 8-9 - Springfield Days, Springfield - Celebrate Springfield! Parade, burgerfest and family acitivities. (402) 253-2000 (11052)

June 9 - 23 - Nebraskaland Days, North Platte - NEBRASKAland DAYS is a celebration of the state of Nebraska and its heritage. Consisting of parades, art shows, rodeos, concerts, food events, and much, much more. PRCA Buffalo Bill Rodeo - June 13 -16 NEBRASKAland DAYS on Parade - June 16 Concerts - June 22 - 23 (888)313-5606 (10333)

June 9-10 - Heritage Festival, North Platte - Antique farm implements and practices, as well as many of the practices in making a home by the first pioneers of the region. (308) 534-5640 Lincoln County Historical Museum (11053)

June 9 and 16 - Long Pine Day, BBQ and Bluegrass Festival, Long Pine - Old-fashioned community celebration with a large parade, games, BBQ and outstanding bluegrass music by Steve Hansen's Bluegrass Campers. (402) 273-4351 Main Street and Long Pine Palace (11054)

June 13-17 - Viero Great American Comedy Festival, Norfolk - In honor of Johnny Carson, the king of late-night television. Showcasing some of the best amateur and professional comedians from across the nation. (877) 371-1020 Johnny Carson Theatre (11055)

June 16-17 - Nebraska Airfest and 2012 State Fly-In, Norfolk - Air show and aviation gathering including airplanes, helicopters, balloons, gliders, food, entertainment and more. (800) 777-6159 Norfolk Regional Airport (11056)

June 16-17 - Ohiowa Fun Days, Ohiowa - Activities for all ages including softball games, children's games and street dance. (402) 295-2515 City-wide (11057)

June 21 - 24 - Wahoo Country Music Show, Wahoo - You don't want to miss this event. 402-687-9594 Saunders County Fairgrounds (10334)

June 23 - 27th Annual Wagons West Celebration and Fiddle Contest, Kearney - Celebrate the pioneers' trek through Buffalo County. Listen to some talented fiddle players and enjoy this family-friendly event. (308) 234-3041 Trails & Rails Museum (11058)

July 25 - 30 - Lincoln County Fair, North Platte - (308) 534-8191 Lincoln County Fairgrounds (10342)

June 29-30 - The Flatwater Folk Festival, Hastings - 402-463-0565 Prairie Loft Center for Outdoor and Agricultural Learning (10335)

July 3-4 - Old West Trail PRCA 66th Rodeo, Crawford - Rodeo, fireworks and parade. Kids fun day rodeo and junior princess contest on July 2nd. (308) 430-3858 Old West Trail Rodeo Grounds (11059)

July 3 - 4 - Bluegrass Festival, Lyons - Enjoy music, parade, children's games, antique tractor show, sports tournaments, fireworks, food and contests. (402) 687-2485 Brink Park (11060)

July 3-4 - July 4th Celebration and Rodeo, Sutherland - Enjoy rodeo competitions along with 4th of July activities. (308) 386-4721 Rodeo grounds & Downtown (11061)

July 4 - Annual Celebration in Nebraska's Official 4th ofJuly, Seward - Award-winning family event featuring a grand parade, car show, food alley, live entertainment, craft show, fireworks and more. (402) 643-4189 (11062)

July 10 - 15 - Madison County Fair and Rodeo, Madison - Enjoy 3 nights of concerts, exhibits, food and fun for the entire family. 402-454-2144 (10336)

July 11-15 - Hall County Fair, Grand Island - Concerts, rides, 4-H events and more. (308) 379-1653 Fonner Park (11063)

July 12-15 - Nemaha County Fair, Auburn - Fun for the whole family. (402) 274-3342 (11064)

July 13 -15 - Fur Trade Days, Chadron - A buffalo - chip throwing competition is just one of the ways the fur trade's legacy is celebrated at this annual event. 800-603-2937 (10339)

July 14-19 - Kearney County Fair, Minden - (308) 832-0645 Kearney County Fairgrounds (11065)

July 17-22 - Butler County Fair, David City - (402) 367-8187 Butler County Fairgrounds (11066)

July 18 - 22 - Dawson County Fair, Lexington - North on 283 off exit 279 (10340)

July 18-22 - Cedar County Fair, Hartington - (402) 254-3521 Fairgrounds (11067)

July 22-26 - Phelps County Fair, Holdrege - Bullriding, mutton busting, demolition derby, carnival and more. (308) 995-6319 Fairgrounds (11068)

July 23-28 - Richardson County 4-H Fair, Humboldt - Youth 4-H exhibits and projects. (402) 245-4324 Fairgrounds (11069)

July 23-30 - Cheyenne County Fair and Rodeo, Sidney - Rodeo, bull riding, exhibits, demo derby, carnival and more. (308) 254-4030 The Fairgrounds (11070)

July 25-29 - Gage County Fair, Beatrice - The 2012 Gage County Fair is going to bring new entertainers, and a new line-up as we add in the Nebraska Bush Pullers on Sunday night. We'll kick off 5 days of great music, racing, carnival rides, and more with Easton Corbin on Wednesday night, followed by a double header of entertainment with Jason Jones and musical duo of Steel Magnolia. (402) 223-3247 (10341)

July 25-28 - Nebraska's Big Rodeo and Garfield County Frontier Fair, Burwell - Homemaking and livestock exhibits, agricultural machinery, commercial vendors and more. Big Rodeo features professional rodeo clowns, riders and cowboys. (308) 346-5010 Rodeo grounds, S. NE Hwys 11 & 19 (11071)

July 25-30 - Lincoln County Fair, North Platte - A showcase of Lincoln County along with accomplishments in agriculture, 4-H and youth activities. (308) 534-8191 Fairgrounds, 5015 Rodeo Rd (11072)

July 25-29 - Thomas County Fair and Q125 Celebration, Thedford - Bull fest, BBQ, parade, concert, games, fishing tournament, turtle races and more. (308) 645-2646 Fairgrounds (11073)

July 26-29 - Wayne County Fair, Wayne - (402) 375-3462 Fairgrounds (11074)

July 31-August 5 - Antelope County Fair, Neligh - Paintball tournaments, ranch rodeo, 4-H and FFA events, Bull-a-Rama, ATV mud drag, demolition derby and more. (402) 887-5252 Fairgrounds (11075)

August 1 - 5 - Dodge County 4-H Fair, Fremont - (402) 721-2641 Christensen Field (10337)

August 1 - 5 - Sioux County Fair, Harrison - Enjoy 5 days of good old-fashioned fun with 4-H shows, 2 rodeo performances and dances. (308) 668-2428 Sioux County Fairgrounds (11076)

August 1 - 5 - Sarpy County Fair, Springfield - Tractor and pickup pulls, Mid-States Rodeo, demolition derby, entertainment and more. (402) 253-2453 (11078)

August 2 - 4 - Boyd County Fair, Spencer - (402) 589-1421 Fairgrounds, 205 N. Logan St (11079)

August 3 - 10 - Dawes County Fair, Chadron - 4-H exhibits, tractor pulls, children's rodeo and more. (308) 432-6705 Fairgrounds (11080)

August 3 - 6 - York County Fair, York - (402) 362-4411 Fairgrounds, 2345 N. Nebraska Ave (11081)

August 4 - 12 - Box Butte County Fair, Hemingford - (308) 487-5223 Fairgrounds (11082)

August 7 - 12 - Keith County Fair, Ogallala - Entertainment, exhibits, carnival, parade and more. (308) 284-4066 Fairgrounds (11083)

August 8 - 11 - Loup County Fair, Taylor - (308) 942-6223 Loup County Fairgrounds (11084)

August 9 - 12 - Knox County Fair, Bloomfield - Featuring big names in music, agricultural displays, carnival and more. (402) 373-4655 Fairgrounds, 612 1/2 E. Main St (11085)

August 9 - 12 - Cuming County Fair, West Point - (402) 372-2981 Fairgrounds (11086)

August 12-19 - Chase County Fair and Expo, Imperial - Western Nebraska's grandest fair with events including live concerts by top country artists, carnival, demolition derby, exibits and more. 800-472-3247 Fairgrounds, 560 Park St (11077)

August 24 - September 3 - Nebraska State Fair, Grand Island - The Nebraska State Fair boasts all the family favorites: a midway with carnival rides and games of chance and skill, racing pigs, clowns, and stilt walkers who weave through the crowds. 402-473-5371 Fairgrounds (10343)

August 24 - 26 - Popcorn Days, North Loup - The oldest continuous running celebration in Nebraska. Parades, carnival, Polka, watermelon feed, tractor pulls, talent shows, flea market and all the free popcorn you can eat! (308) 219-0297 (11087)

September 6 - 8 - Miles of Memories Country Music Fest, Hastings - Traditional country concerts, theme shows and dances for fans of old-fashioned country music. (903) 467-9545 Adams County Fairgrounds (11088)

September 13 - 15 - 98th Annual Harvest Festival, Gothenburg - Annual dog show, parades, food vendors, arts and crafts, children's games, bed races, children's tractor pull and more. (308) 537-3505 (11089)

September 14 - 16 - Rail Fest, North Platt - Railroad buffs come from far and wide to watch training and heavy equipment demonstrations during this three day event in North Platt, home of the world's largest railroad classification facility. 308-534-3648 Cody Park (10344)

September 14 - 16 - 44th Annual AppleJack Festival, Nebraska City - Craft shows, museum tours, reenactments, quilt show, classic car show, enormous parade, with live music and children's activities, Arbor Day Farm and Tree Adventure festivities. (402) 873-6654 (11090)

September 15 - Greeley Irish Festival, Greeley - Locals celebrate their Irish roots with authentic food,dance, and music on two stages 308-428-5595 (10345)

September 21 - 22 - 42nd Annual Nebraska Square and Round Dance, Hastings - Dancers from across the state gather for dancing, workshops and fellowship. (402) 564-5502 Adams County Fairgrounds (11091)

September 27 - 30 - Ak-Sar-Ben's River City Rodeo & Stock Show and Douglas County Fair, Omaha - Enjoy the Justin Boots Championship Rodeo, stock show, stage shows, parade and educational exhibits. (402) 554-9600 CenturyLink Center (11092)

September 28 -30 - NEBRASKA'S JUNK JAUNT, Burwell - 300 Miles of Treasures! Welcome to NEBRASKA'S JUNK JAUNT. It is a 300 mile continuous Yard Sale in central Nebraska. Each of 35-40 towns organizes a 3-day yard sale. Most towns will have at least one "Central Set-Up" location for vendors. 308-346-4815 Loup Rivers Scenic Byway Highways 11 & 91 (10346)

October 14 -20 - 32nd Annual Nebraska Country Music Foundation Festival, Hastings - Performers of all ages including amateur, semi-professional and professional acts. (402) 726-2140 Adams County Fairgrounds (11093)

October 26 - 30 - Boo at the Zoo, Lincoln - Meet some of your favorite costumed characters and fill your bag full of treats at the Boo Stations. Safe, family-friendly event. (402) 475-6741 Lincoln Children's Zoo (11095)

November 24 - 25 - WJ Ranch Cowboy Christmas, Fordyce - Featuring arts from more than 50 vendors, buggy and pony rides, roping shows, family activities, visit from Santa, refreshments and more. (402) 357-2102 WJ Ranch (11096)

December 1 - Christmas Festival, Niobrara - Craft show, children's games, visit from Santa, giveaways and more. (402) 857-3838 (11094)

December 15 - 18 - Christmas at the Cody's, North Platte - Horse drawn hayrack rides, roasted chestnuts, hot apple cider, Santa and Buffalo Bill visit and a variety of trees decorated for the holidays. (308) 535-8035 Buffalo Bill Ranch State Historical Park (11097)

December 27 - 29 - Penguins and Pancakes, Omaha - Enjoy pancakes from the Pancake Man, crafts and animal visits from the African penguins. (402) 738-2047 Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo (11098)