Nebraska Farm & Ranch Events Calendar
13 upcoming Nebraska events in date order: livestock shows, fairs, rodeos, FFA and 4-H contests, field days and ag conferences. 184 more yearly events are listed below with estimated dates.
November 2026
- Nebraska Wheat Board Meeting
Wheat checkoff board meeting on the Nebraska Wheat calendar, held in Lincoln on Nov. 18, 2026, from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm.
December 2026
- Nebraska Farm Bureau Annual Meeting and Convention
Farm Bureau members meet for policy voting, discussion meet rounds, workshops, a keynote and board elections. The 2026 meeting is Dec. 6 to 8; the 2025 convention was also held in Kearney.
- Nebraska Cattlemen Convention and Trade Show
Annual convention and trade show of Nebraska Cattlemen at the Younes Conference Center South in Kearney, scheduled for Dec. 9 to 11, 2026.
- Box Butte County 4-H Holiday Maker Day
Youth ages 5-18 choose four holiday projects from 2:30 to 4:30 pm on Friday, December 18, 2026; registration is due December 1 at the Extension office.
Alliance, NE | Organizer: Nebraska Extension in Box Butte County Official event details
January 2027
- Nebraska Farm Bureau YF&R Conference
Young Farmers and Ranchers conference of Nebraska Farm Bureau at the Graduate Hotel in Lincoln, scheduled for Jan. 29 to 30, 2027.
March 2027
- Nebraska FFA Career Development Events State Finals
State finals for 25 FFA career development events, run alongside the state convention at UNL East Campus and Southeast Community College in Lincoln. The next dates posted are March 31 to April 2, 2027.
June 2027
- Nebraska 4-H Premier Animal Science Event (PASE)
Statewide youth contest with livestock judging, meats judging, poultry judging, quiz bowl, skill-a-thon, animal welfare judging and a companion animal challenge. The next dates posted are June 2 to 4, 2027, in Lincoln.
July 2027
- Nebraska 4-H Horse Expo
The Fonner Park State 4-H Horse Show, the statewide 4-H horse competition, in Grand Island with check-in at Thompson Arena. The next dates posted are July 10 to 14, 2027.
- Burt County Fair
The 2027 fair runs July 16-20 at the Burt County Fairgrounds in Oakland, with livestock pre-entry due June 30, Clothing Day, fashion show and King and Queen voting July 1-15.
- Gage County 4-H Team Quizbowl
Team quizbowl for Gage County 4-H members, scheduled for Saturday July 31, 2027 at 3 pm at the Gage County Fairgrounds during fair week.
Beatrice, NE | Organizer: Nebraska Extension in Gage County Official event details - Gage County Clover Kids Livestock Show
Livestock show for Clover Kids ages 5-7, scheduled Saturday July 31, 2027 at the Gage County Fairgrounds with check-in from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm.
August 2027
- Box Butte County Fair
The Box Butte County Fair in Hemingford is scheduled for August 3-8, 2027, with 4-H and FFA exhibits and junior livestock activity.
- Chase County Fair Check-In Days
Static exhibit check-in is August 7 and the livestock weigh-in is August 9, 2027 for the Chase County 4-H fair in Imperial.
Expected Nebraska Events: Dates Not Yet Announced
These yearly events have not announced their next dates. The dates below are estimates from the usual pattern; confirm with the organizer before you travel.
November 2026 (estimated)
- Nebraska Sheep and Goat Producers Annual Meeting
Sheep and goat producers tour farms, hold a banquet and business meeting, and attend sessions on biosecurity, nutrition and lamb processing. Held each year; the most recent meeting was Nov. 14 and 15, 2025, in Columbus.
Columbus, NE | 402-783-1377 | Organizer: Nebraska Sheep and Goat Producers Association Official event details
December 2026 (estimated)
- Nebraska Farmers Union State Convention
The 112th annual state convention of Nebraska Farmers Union, where members set policy and elect officers. Held each year; the most recent dates were Dec. 5 and 6, 2025, in Norfolk.
January 2027 (estimated)
- Eastern Nebraska Corn and Soybean Expo
Winter crop expo near Mead with sessions on soybean management and nitrogen planning, sponsored by Nebraska Extension, the Nebraska Soybean Board and the Nebraska Corn Board. Held Jan. 22, 2026.
1071 County Road G, Mead, NE 68033 | Organizer: Nebraska Extension Official event details
February 2027 (estimated)
- Lancaster County 4-H BB Gun, Air Rifle and Air Pistol Contest
Morning shooting sports contest for BB gun, air rifle and air pistol at the Nebraska Outdoor Education Center in Lincoln. Held each year; the most recent contest was February 7, 2026.
Lincoln, NE | Organizer: Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County Official event details - Heart City Bull Bash
Youth livestock judging contest in Valentine that opens the 2026 Great Plains Livestock Judging Circuit on Feb. 13.
Valentine, NE | Organizer: Nebraska 4-H Official event details - Nebraska Cattlemen's Classic
Winter livestock judging contest in Kearney on Feb. 14, 2026, part of the Great Plains Livestock Judging Circuit.
Kearney, NE | Organizer: Nebraska 4-H Official event details - Lancaster County 4-H Rabbits R Us Fun Show and Showmanship Clinic
Beginner-friendly fun show and showmanship clinic for young rabbit exhibitors held in the South Hall of the Sandhills Global Event Center. Held each year; the most recent show was February 8, 2026.
Lincoln, NE | Organizer: Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County Official event details - Lincoln County 4-H Open House
Evening open house where families meet 4-H leaders and ask about Clover Kids (ages 5-7) and regular membership (ages 8-18). Held each year; the most recent open house was February 17, 2026, from 4 to 6 pm.
North Platte, NE | Organizer: Nebraska Extension in Lincoln County Official event details - Richardson County 4-H Market Beef Weigh-In
Early-season weigh-in for 4-H and FFA market beef projects at the Humboldt Fairgrounds; the most recent session was Saturday, February 21, 2026, from 9:00 to 11:00 am, with February 28 as the weather date.
Humboldt, NE | Organizer: Nebraska Extension in Richardson County Official event details - Nebraska Women in Agriculture Conference
The 41st annual conference for women in farming and ranching, with a pre-conference session on Feb. 25 and the main program Feb. 26 and 27, 2026, in Kearney.
416 Talmadge St., Kearney, NE | Organizer: University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension Official event details - Holt County Market Beef Weigh-On-Your-Own Day
Weigh-on-your-own day for 4-H market beef and second-year bucket calves, held February 28, 2026 from 9 to 11 am at Atkinson Livestock Market.
Atkinson, NE | Organizer: Nebraska Extension in Holt and Boyd Counties Official event details
March 2027 (estimated)
- Lancaster County 4-H Market Beef Weigh-In
Evening weigh-in for 4-H market beef projects at the EquineMarket Pavilion, 6 to 7 pm, which sets weights before county fair season. Held each year; the most recent weigh-in was March 2, 2026.
Lincoln, NE | Organizer: Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County Official event details - Lancaster County 4-H Spring Rabbit Show
Spring 4-H rabbit show in the Ag Society Hall at the Sandhills Global Event Center, a warm-up for fair season. Held each year; the most recent show was March 14, 2026.
Lincoln, NE | Organizer: Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County Official event details - Logan and McPherson Counties 4-H Communication Contest
Shared speech and communication contest for 4-H youth from Logan and McPherson counties, held at Gandy Church. Held each year; the most recent contest was March 21, 2026.
Gandy, NE | Organizer: Nebraska Extension in Lincoln, Logan and McPherson Counties Official event details - Hall County 4-H Fine Arts Night
Speech and talent contests for Hall County 4-H members, held March 24, 2026 at 6:30 pm in the College Park Auditorium; registration forms were due March 10.
Grand Island, NE | Organizer: Nebraska Extension in Hall County Official event details - Nebraska FFA Leadership Development Events
State FFA speaking contests including Parliamentary Procedure, Creed Speaking and Junior Public Speaking, held with prelims and finals at The Cornhusker hotel in Lincoln. Held each year; the most recent date was March 26, 2026.
333 S 13th St, Lincoln, NE | Organizer: Nebraska FFA Association Official event details - Cedar County 4-H Family Night Open House
Open house in Hartington on March 26, 2026 where families learned to exhibit static and livestock projects; the 2026 fair exhibitor guide was handed out.
Hartington, NE | Organizer: Cedar County Ag Society Official event details - Lancaster County 4-H Prepared Speech Contest
Afternoon public speaking contest for 4-H members, held at the Extension conference rooms at 444 Cherrycreek Road. Held each year; the most recent contest was March 29, 2026.
Lincoln, NE | Organizer: Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County Official event details - Nebraska FFA State Convention
Annual state FFA convention in Lincoln with opening and closing sessions and the Nebraska FFA Foundation Expo at Pinnacle Bank Arena. Held each year; the most recent dates were March 25 to 27, 2026.
April 2027 (estimated)
- Pierce County 4-H BB Gun, Air Rifle and Air Pistol Contest
Spring shooting sports contest for BB gun, air rifle and air pistol shooters held at the Pierce City Auditorium. Held each year; the most recent contest was April 12, 2026.
Pierce, NE | Organizer: Nebraska Extension in Pierce County Official event details - Washington County 4-H Communications Contest
Youth speaking and presentation contest held each spring at the Washington County Extension Office; the most recent contest was Monday, April 13, 2026, at 5:30 pm.
NE | Organizer: Nebraska Extension in Washington County Official event details - Lincoln County 4-H Communication Contest
Speech and communication contest for Lincoln County 4-H members at the West Central Research, Extension and Education Center. Held each year; the most recent contest was April 25, 2026.
North Platte, NE | Organizer: Nebraska Extension in Lincoln County Official event details - Webster County 4-H Speech and Presentation Contest
Annual 4-H public speaking and presentation contest at the Webster County Fairgrounds; the most recent contest was Sunday, April 26, 2026, at 4:00 pm.
NE | Organizer: Nebraska Extension in Webster County Official event details
May 2027 (estimated)
- Lancaster County 4-H Sheep and Goat Weigh-In Day
Weigh-in night for market sheep and goat projects held 6 to 7 pm in the Currency Pavilion ahead of the Super Fair. Held each year; the most recent weigh-in was May 4, 2026.
Lincoln, NE | Organizer: Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County Official event details - Nebraska Cornhusker College Rodeo
Intercollegiate rodeo in the Gana Multisport Outdoor Arena and TractorHouse Pavilion at the Sandhills Global Event Center in Lincoln. Held each year; the most recent dates were May 1 and 2, 2026.
- Pierce County 4-H Archery Contest at Norfolk
Pierce County 4-H archery contest shot at the outdoor range in Norfolk, one of the spring shooting sports events before fair season. Held each year; the most recent contest was May 17, 2026.
Norfolk, NE | Organizer: Nebraska Extension in Pierce County Official event details - Keith County YQCA Training in Ogallala
In-person Youth for the Quality Care of Animals session for Keith County 4-H and FFA exhibitors, required by June 15 to show beef, swine, sheep, goat, dairy, poultry or rabbits. Held each year; the most recent Ogallala session was May 18, 2026.
Ogallala, NE | Organizer: Nebraska Extension in Keith and Arthur Counties Official event details - Dawson County Livestock Judging Contest
Youth judging contest in Lexington on May 23, 2026, one of the stops on the Great Plains Livestock Judging Circuit.
Lexington, NE | Organizer: Nebraska 4-H Official event details - Hall County 4-H Bicycle Road-E-O
Bicycle safety and skills event for ages 5-18 held May 27, 2026 at the Hall County Extension Office in Grand Island; pre-registration closed May 20.
Grand Island, NE | Organizer: Nebraska Extension in Hall County Official event details - Nebraska 4-H Premier Animal Science Event
Statewide 4-H animal science event on the University of Nebraska-Lincoln East Campus that includes the Companion Animal Challenge. Held each year; the most recent dates were May 27-29, 2026.
Lincoln, NE | Organizer: Nebraska 4-H Official event details - Webster County 4-H Culinary Challenge
Youth cooking contest held at the Webster County Fairgrounds ahead of fair season; the most recent practice challenge ran May 28, 2026, at 4:00 pm, with a second contest on June 30 at 5:00 pm.
NE | Organizer: Nebraska Extension in Webster County Official event details - Nuckolls County Sheep and Goat Weigh-In
Evening weigh-in for market sheep and goat projects at the Nuckolls County Fairgrounds in Nelson, 6 to 8 pm. Held each year; the most recent weigh-in was May 28, 2026.
Nelson, NE Official event details - Adams County 4-H Beef Progress Show
Pre-fair progress show for 4-H beef projects, held May 30, 2026 at the Adams County Fairgrounds, following the early-February beef weigh-in.
Hastings, NE | Organizer: Nebraska Extension in Adams County Official event details - Lancaster County 4-H Horse Judging Contest and Clinic
Afternoon horse judging contest and clinic for Lancaster County 4-H youth in the Livestock Market Pavilion. Held each year; the most recent contest was May 30, 2026.
Lincoln, NE | Organizer: Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County Official event details
June 2027 (estimated)
- Nebraska Cattlemen Midyear Meeting
Summer meeting of Nebraska Cattlemen with a golf tournament, community tours, the Nebraska Beef Ambassador Contest in Lexington and committee sessions in Cozad. The 2026 meeting was June 10 and 11.
- Nebraska Livestock Judging Classic
Summer judging classic in Kearney on June 12, 2026, counted on the Great Plains Livestock Judging Circuit.
Kearney, NE | Organizer: Nebraska 4-H Official event details - Lancaster County 4-H Plant Science Contests
In-person horticulture, tree identification and grass and weed identification contests for 4-H youth, held 10 am to noon. Held each year; the most recent contests were June 16, 2026.
Lincoln, NE | Organizer: Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County Official event details - NEBRASKAland Days
North Platte celebration with a four-night PRCA Buffalo Bill Rodeo, the Miss Rodeo Nebraska contest, parades, road runs and a two-night country music festival. The 62nd edition ran June 17 to 27, 2026.
2801 Charlie Evans Dr., North Platte, NE 69101 | Organizer: NEBRASKAland Days Official event details - Western Livestock Challenge
Western Nebraska youth livestock judging contest held in Gordon on June 17, 2026, on the Great Plains circuit.
Gordon, NE | Organizer: Nebraska 4-H Official event details - Sandhills Ranch Expo
Two-day agriculture and livestock trade show at the Rock County Fairgrounds in Bassett, running since 1991 with more than 200 exhibitors; the most recent dates were June 17-18, 2026.
507 S Park Street, Bassett, NE 68714 | Organizer: Sandhills Ranch Expo Official event details - South Central Judging Contest
South central Nebraska livestock judging contest in Bladen on June 18, 2026, part of the Great Plains circuit.
Bladen, NE | Organizer: Nebraska 4-H Official event details - Southern Plains Judging Contest
Southern Nebraska youth judging contest held in Nelson on June 19, 2026, on the Great Plains Livestock Judging Circuit.
Nelson, NE | Organizer: Nebraska 4-H Official event details - Adams County Sheep, Goat, Poultry and Rabbit Progress Show
Small-livestock progress show for 4-H sheep, goat, poultry and rabbit projects on June 20, 2026 at the Adams County Fairgrounds, a month before fair week.
Hastings, NE | Organizer: Nebraska Extension in Adams County Official event details - Platte County 4-H Horse Show
Pre-fair 4-H horse show held on a Saturday morning in the Ag Park Arena Building. Held each year; the most recent show was June 20, 2026.
Columbus, NE | Organizer: Platte County Agricultural Society Official event details - Platte County Pen of 3 Beef Show
Pre-fair show for pens of three beef animals at the Columbus Sales Pavilion, after a weigh-in the evening of June 22. Held each year; the most recent show was June 23, 2026.
Columbus, NE | Organizer: Platte County Agricultural Society Official event details - NEBRASKAland Days Country Music Festival
Two-night country concert closing NEBRASKAland Days, with Treaty Oak Revival headlining Friday and Zach Top headlining Saturday in 2026. Held each year in North Platte at the end of the festival.
2801 Charlie Evans Dr., North Platte, NE 69101 | Organizer: NEBRASKAland Days Official event details - Wisner Junior Livestock Show Judging Contest
Judging contest tied to the Wisner junior livestock show, held in Wisner on June 22, 2026, as a Great Plains circuit stop.
Wisner, NE | Organizer: Nebraska 4-H Official event details - Platte County 4-H Archery Shoot
Evening 4-H archery shoot in the Ag Park Arena Building, with check-in at 5:30 pm. Held each year; the most recent shoot was June 30, 2026.
Columbus, NE | Organizer: Platte County Agricultural Society Official event details - Lancaster County 4-H Life Challenge Contest
Morning Life Challenge contest in which 4-H members test knowledge of family and consumer science topics. Held each year; the most recent contest was June 24, 2026, from 8:30 am to noon.
Lincoln, NE | Organizer: Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County Official event details
July 2027 (estimated)
- Dawes County Clover Kids Wonder Workshop
Crafts and activities for ages 5-7 from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM on July 7, 2026; projects can be entered in the fair, cost is $20 and registration closed July 1.
Chadron, NE | Organizer: Nebraska Extension in Dawes County Official event details - Jefferson County Fair
Jefferson County Fair: Fairbury at Jefferson County Fairgrounds hosts the annual fair, which most recently ran July 9-12, 2026. Features 4-H and FFA exhibit judging. Located at 56575 PWF Rd, Fairbury.
56575 PWF Rd, Fairbury, NE 68352 Official event details - Platte County Fair Sheep and Goat Shows
Thursday morning sheep show at 8 am in the Green Barn followed by the goat show, after weigh-ins the day before. Held each year; the most recent shows were July 9, 2026.
Columbus, NE | Organizer: Platte County Agricultural Society Official event details - Perkins County Fair
Nine-day fair in Grant that opens with a 4-H horse show and includes static entries, livestock shows, an FFA Farm Olympics, ranch rodeo, mutton bustin, a parade and the 4-H livestock sale. Held each year; the most recent dates were July 10-18, 2026.
Grant, NE Official event details - Platte County Fair Beef Show
Friday morning beef show in the Ag Park Arena Building, followed by the dairy show, after market beef weigh-in the afternoon before. Held each year; the most recent show was July 10, 2026.
Columbus, NE | Organizer: Platte County Agricultural Society Official event details - Boone County Fair
The Boone County Fair is held each year in Albion at Boone County Fairgrounds; the most recent dates were July 11-15, 2026. Includes 4-H and FFA exhibits and junior livestock shows. Located at 2324 Fairgrounds Road, Albion.
2324 Fairgrounds Road, Albion, NE 68620 Official event details - Dundy County 4-H Air Rifle and .22 Rifle Contests
Pre-fair 4-H shooting contests for air rifle and .22 rifle held Saturday July 11, 2026 at 7:30 am at the Benkelman fairgrounds; archery follows a week later.
Benkelman, NE | Organizer: Nebraska Extension in Dundy County Official event details - Platte County Fair Swine Show
Saturday morning swine show in the Green Barn, ahead of the Celebrity Swine Showmanship Contest at 6:30 pm. Held each year; the most recent show was July 11, 2026.
Columbus, NE | Organizer: Platte County Agricultural Society Official event details - Platte County Fair Round Robin Champion Showmanship
Saturday afternoon contest where species showmanship winners compete for overall champion showman at Ag Park. Held each year; the most recent contest was July 11, 2026.
Columbus, NE | Organizer: Platte County Agricultural Society Official event details - Platte County Purple Ribbon Livestock Sale
Closing-day sale of 4-H and FFA market animals at Ag Park, with Pinnacle Bank, Redstar Fertilizer and other local buyers backing exhibitors. Held each year; the most recent sale was July 12, 2026, at 1 pm.
Columbus, NE | Organizer: Platte County Agricultural Society Official event details - Furnas County Fair
Each year Beaver City hosts the Furnas County Fair at Furnas County Fairgrounds. Most recent run: July 13-18, 2026. Local 4-H youth exhibit and livestock events are part of the program. Located at 12th Street, Beaver City.
12th Street, Beaver City, NE 68926 Official event details - Pawnee County Fair
The Pawnee County Fair is held each year in Pawnee City at Pawnee County Fairgrounds; the most recent dates were July 13-18, 2026. Includes 4-H and FFA exhibits and junior livestock shows. Located at 1701 D St, Pawnee City.
1701 D St, Pawnee City, NE 68420 Official event details - Fillmore County Fair
The Fillmore County Fair is held each year in Geneva; the most recent dates were July 13-20, 2026. Includes 4-H and FFA exhibits and junior livestock shows.
Geneva, NE Official event details - Perkins County 4-H Ultrasound Contest
Noon contest in which 4-H members judge muscle, ribeye size and fat from ultrasound results. Held each year; the most recent contest was July 14, 2026.
Grant, NE Official event details - Dixon County Fair
Each year Concord hosts the Dixon County Fair at Dixon County Fairgrounds. Most recent run: July 8-12, 2026. Local 4-H youth exhibit and livestock events are part of the program. Located at 336 Maple St, Concord.
336 Maple St, Concord, NE 68728 Official event details - Platte County Fair
Platte County Fair: Columbus hosts the annual fair, which most recently ran July 8-12, 2026. Features 4-H and FFA exhibit judging.
Columbus, NE Official event details - Adams County 4-H Fashion Show and Food Review Contest
Fashion Show judging at 9 AM, the Food Review Contest at 2 PM and a public fashion show at 7 PM, all at the Adams County Fairgrounds on July 8, 2026.
Hastings, NE | Organizer: Nebraska Extension in Adams County Official event details - Hitchcock County 4-H Fair
Hitchcock County 4-H Fair July 8-18, 2026: trap and rifle contests, horse, dog, rabbit, dairy and beef shows, swine, sheep and goat shows, livestock judging and a closing sale.
- Platte County 4-H Public Fashion Show
Public 4-H fashion show on the Club Room Stage on opening night of the fair, after the Clover Kid Show n Tell. Held each year; the most recent show was July 8, 2026.
Columbus, NE | Organizer: Platte County Agricultural Society Official event details - Custer County Fair
Each year Broken Bow hosts the Custer County Fair at Custer County Fairgrounds. Most recent run: July 16-30, 2026. Local 4-H youth exhibit and livestock events are part of the program.
Broken Bow, NE Official event details - Colfax County Fair
The Colfax County Fair is held each year in Leigh at Colfax County Fairgrounds; the most recent dates were July 16-19, 2026. Includes 4-H and FFA exhibits and junior livestock shows.
Leigh, NE Official event details - Custer County 4-H Public Fashion Show
Style and clothing construction judging at 9:00 am and the public 4-H fashion show at 7:00 pm on July 16, 2026 at the Evangelical Free Church.
Broken Bow, NE | Organizer: Nebraska Extension in Custer County Official event details - Furnas County 4-H Livestock Judging Contest
Youth livestock judging contest on Thursday July 16, 2026 at the Furnas County Fairgrounds, starting about an hour after the swine, sheep and goat shows finish.
Beaver City, NE | Organizer: Nebraska Extension in Furnas County Official event details - Perkins County FFA Farm Olympics
Evening FFA team games held with the ranch rodeo and mutton bustin on the Thursday of fair week. Held each year; the most recent event was July 16, 2026.
Grant, NE Official event details - Howard County Fair
Each year St. Paul hosts the Howard County Fair at Howard County Fairgrounds. Most recent run: July 17-22, 2026. Local 4-H youth exhibit and livestock events are part of the program. Located at 1381 US-281, St. Paul.
1381 US-281, St. Paul, NE 68873 Official event details - Sherman County Fair
Sherman County Fair: Loup City at Sherman County Fairgrounds hosts the annual fair, which most recently ran July 17-22, 2026. Features 4-H and FFA exhibit judging. Located at 47363 NE-92, Loup City.
47363 NE-92, Loup City, NE 68853 Official event details - Furnas County Junior Livestock Auction
Junior livestock auction on Friday July 17, 2026 at 4 pm at the Furnas County Fairgrounds, following the beef show; sale forms are due the Wednesday before.
Beaver City, NE | Organizer: Nebraska Extension in Furnas County Official event details - Sheridan County Fair
Ten-day fair with a horse show on July 18, swine show on July 23, beef shows on July 24 and a livestock sale on July 25; the most recent dates were July 17-26, 2026, plus a Clover Bud pet parade.
NE | Organizer: Nebraska Extension in Sheridan County Official event details - Nance County Swine, Sheep and Goat Shows
Friday morning junior shows with swine at 8 am and sheep and goats at 9 am, followed by rabbit and poultry and a livestock judging contest. Held each year; the most recent shows were July 17, 2026.
Fullerton, NE Official event details - Douglas County Fair
The Douglas County Fair is held each year in Ralston at Liberty First Credit Union Arena; the most recent dates were July 18-19, 2026. This is a short two-day fair in the Omaha suburbs.
- Morrill County Fair
Morrill County Fair: Bridgeport at Morrill County Fairgrounds hosts the annual fair, which most recently ran July 18-25, 2026. Features 4-H and FFA exhibit judging. Located at 9054 NE-88, Bridgeport.
9054 NE-88, Bridgeport, NE 69336 Official event details - Cheyenne County Fair and Rodeo
The Cheyenne County Fair and Rodeo is held each year in Sidney at Cheyenne County Fairgrounds; the most recent dates were July 18-25, 2026. A rodeo is part of the fair week.
- Hitchcock County 4-H Livestock Sale
Closing livestock sale of the Hitchcock County 4-H Fair on Saturday July 18, 2026 at 6 pm, after the casting contest and cupcake construction event.
NE | Organizer: Nebraska Extension in Hitchcock County Official event details - Nance County Livestock Market Premium Sale
Saturday evening premium sale of 4-H and FFA market animals, following the day's beef show. Held each year; the most recent sale was July 18, 2026.
Fullerton, NE Official event details - National High School Finals Rodeo
National championship week for high school rodeo athletes at the Sandhills Global Event Center in Lincoln, with the championship round on Saturday, July 25, 2026.
- Thomas County Fair
Each year Thedford hosts the Thomas County Fair at Thomas County Fairgrounds. Most recent run: July 20-26, 2026. Local 4-H youth exhibit and livestock events are part of the program. Located at 83861 Highway 83, Thedford.
83861 Highway 83, Thedford, NE 69166 Official event details - Adams County 4-H Livestock Premium Auction
Closing sale of the Adams County Fair, held at 9:00 AM on July 20, 2026 at the fairgrounds in Hastings; static exhibits are released that afternoon.
Hastings, NE | Organizer: Nebraska Extension in Adams County Official event details - Dundy County 4-H Fair
Weeklong 4-H fair in Benkelman, July 20-25, 2026: dog and companion animal shows, horse show, hog, beef, sheep and goat shows, round robin and a Saturday livestock sale.
- Buffalo County Fair 4-H Livestock Shows
4-H schedule July 21-27, 2026: dog show, horse show, sheep and goat judging, beef, rabbit, poultry and swine showmanship, fashion show and cake walk and pie auction.
- Furnas County Fashion and Talent Show
Evening fashion and talent show on Tuesday July 21, 2026 at 7 pm in the Southern Valley Auditorium, following fashion judging that morning at 10 am.
NE | Organizer: Nebraska Extension in Furnas County Official event details - Dawson County Fair
The Dawson County Fair is held each year in Lexington at Dawson County Fairgrounds; the most recent dates were July 15-19, 2026. Includes 4-H and FFA exhibits and junior livestock shows. Located at 1000 Plum Creek Pkwy, Lexington.
1000 Plum Creek Pkwy, Lexington, NE 68850 Official event details - Cedar County Fair
The Cedar County Fair is held each year in Hartington at Cedar County Fairgrounds; the most recent dates were July 15-19, 2026. Includes 4-H and FFA exhibits and junior livestock shows. Located at 88266 Spur 564th Ave, Hartington.
88266 Spur 564th Ave, Hartington, NE 68739 Official event details - Adams County Fairfest
The Adams County Fairfest is held each year in Hastings at Adams County Fairgrounds; the most recent dates were July 15-19, 2026. Billed as Fairfest.
947 S Baltimore Ave, Hastings, NE 68901 Official event details - Nance County Fair
Nance County Fair: Fullerton at Nance County Events Center hosts the annual fair, which most recently ran July 15-18, 2026. Features 4-H and FFA exhibit judging. Located at 406 N Ida St, Fullerton.
406 N Ida St, Fullerton, NE 68638 Official event details - Adams County 4-H Fair Animal Shows and Contests
4-H animal shows and contests run July 15-19, 2026 at the Adams County Fairgrounds in Hastings, with stalling on July 14-15 and fair setup on July 10.
- Perkins County 4-H Beef Show
Wednesday morning 4-H beef show at the Grant fairgrounds, one day after livestock check-in and before swine on Thursday. Held each year; the most recent show was July 15, 2026.
Grant, NE Official event details - Webster County Fair
Webster County Fair: Bladen at Webster County Fairgrounds hosts the annual fair, which most recently ran July 23-25, 2026. Features 4-H and FFA exhibit judging. Located at 459 North Crescent Street, Bladen.
459 North Crescent Street, Bladen, NE 68928 Official event details - Seward County Fair
The Seward County Fair is held each year in Seward at Seward County Fairgrounds; the most recent dates were July 23-26, 2026. Includes 4-H and FFA exhibits and junior livestock shows. Located at 500 North 14th Street, Seward.
500 North 14th Street, Seward, NE 68434 Official event details - Dawes County Fair
Dawes County Fair: Chadron hosts the annual fair, which most recently ran July 23 to August 1, 2026. Features 4-H and FFA exhibit judging.
Chadron, NE Official event details - Dundy County 4-H Livestock Judging Contest
Youth livestock judging contest on Thursday July 23, 2026 at 8:30 am during Dundy County 4-H Fair week, the day before the hog, beef, sheep and goat shows.
Benkelman, NE | Organizer: Nebraska Extension in Dundy County Official event details - Sioux County Fair
Ten-day fair in Harrison running more than 125 years, with 4-H exhibits, livestock shows, rodeos, a demolition derby and a free barbecue; the most recent dates were July 24 to August 2, 2026.
Harrison, NE | Organizer: Sioux County Agricultural Society Official event details - Stanton County 4-H Fair
Held each year in Stanton with dog and cat shows, horse, sheep, goat, dairy, beef and swine shows and a 4-H auction; the most recent run was July 24 to August 2, 2026, with the 4-H office at 302 6th Street.
302 6th Street, Stanton, NE 68779 | Organizer: Nebraska Extension in Stanton County Official event details - Morrill County 4-H and FFA Livestock Sale
Evening sale of 4-H and FFA market animals on the Friday of fair week, after the rabbit and poultry shows. Held each year; the most recent sale was July 24, 2026.
Bridgeport, NE Official event details - Pierce County 4-H Livestock Sale
Friday evening sale of 4-H market livestock at the Pierce County Fairgrounds after the swine, sheep and goat show and livestock judging. Held each year; the most recent sale was July 24, 2026.
Pierce, NE | Organizer: Nebraska Extension in Pierce County Official event details - Pierce County 4-H Livestock Judging Contest
Afternoon livestock judging contest for 4-H members on Friday of fair week, between the dairy show and the evening sale. Held each year; the most recent contest was July 24, 2026.
Pierce, NE | Organizer: Nebraska Extension in Pierce County Official event details - Saunders County Fair
The Saunders County Fair is held each year in Wahoo at Saunders County Fairgrounds; the most recent dates were July 26 to August 2, 2026. Address: 635 E 1st St, Wahoo.
635 E 1st St, Wahoo, NE 68066 Official event details - Wheeler County Fair
Each year Bartlett hosts the Wheeler County Fair at Wheeler County Fairgrounds. Most recent run: July 26 to August 2, 2026. Local 4-H youth exhibit and livestock events are part of the program. Located at 83200 Rodeo Lane, Bartlett.
83200 Rodeo Lane, Bartlett, NE 68622 Official event details - Dakota-Thurston County Fair
Each year South Sioux City hosts the Dakota-Thurston County Fair at Dakota Thurston County Fairgrounds. Most recent run: July 26 to August 2, 2026. Serves Dakota and Thurston counties.
1527 Stable Dr, South Sioux City, NE 68776 Official event details - Valley County Fair
Each year Ord hosts the Valley County Fair. Most recent run: July 26 to August 1, 2026. Part of the Central Four fair group schedules.
Ord, NE Official event details - Dakota County Fair 4-H Livestock Shows
Fair week July 26 to August 1, 2026: companion animal shows, poultry and swine on July 30, beef and sheep on July 31 and the horse show on August 1.
- Logan County Fair and Rodeo
Fair week in Stapleton with 4-H and open class exhibits, horse, livestock and small animal shows, a Main Street parade, pork breakfast and the two-day Stapleton Rodeo, billed as Nebraska's Biggest Little Rodeo. Held each year; the most recent dates were July 26 to August 1, 2026.
- Harlan County Fair
Harlan County Fair: Orleans at Harlan County Fairgrounds hosts the annual fair, which most recently ran July 27-31, 2026. Features 4-H and FFA exhibit judging. Located at 506 S Nebraska Ave, Orleans.
506 S Nebraska Ave, Orleans, NE 68966 Official event details - Antelope County Fair
The Antelope County Fair is held each year in Neligh at Antelope County Fairgrounds; the most recent dates were July 27 to August 2, 2026. Includes 4-H and FFA exhibits and junior livestock shows. Located at 709 US-275, Neligh.
709 US-275, Neligh, NE 68756 Official event details - Buffalo County 4-H Premium Livestock Auction
Premium sale at 1:00 p.m. on July 27, 2026 at the fairgrounds Pavilion, in order swine, goat, sheep and beef, followed the same day by the 4-H BBQ.
Kearney, NE | Organizer: Nebraska Extension in Buffalo County Official event details - Hayes County 4-H Fair
Hayes County 4-H Fair July 27-31, 2026 with shooting contests, horse show, swine, sheep, goat and beef shows, round robin, ultrasound carcass contest and a Friday livestock sale.
- Rock County Fair
Seven-day county fair run by the Rock County Ag Society at the fairgrounds in Bassett; the most recent dates were July 27 to August 2, 2026, with kid activities and family programming.
507 S Park Street, Bassett, NE 68714 | Organizer: Rock County Ag Society Official event details - Dodge County Fair
Dodge County Fair: Scribner at Dodge County Fairgrounds hosts the annual fair, which most recently ran July 28 to August 2, 2026. Features 4-H and FFA exhibit judging. Located at 201 Fairacres Rd, Scribner.
201 Fairacres Rd, Scribner, NE 68057 Official event details - Custer County Fair Beef Showmanship and Market Beef
Beef showmanship and market beef classes at 8:00 am on July 28, 2026, with rabbit, poultry and pigeon shows, FFA beef classes and a watermelon feed.
Broken Bow, NE | Organizer: Nebraska Extension in Custer County Official event details - Dawes County FFA Hay Auction
FFA hay auction at 6 PM on July 28, 2026, held the same evening as the Ranch Rodeo Cowboy Auction at 6:30 PM during Dawes County Fair week.
Chadron, NE | Organizer: Dawes County FFA Official event details - Nebraska's Big Rodeo
PRCA rodeo at the Burwell fairgrounds dating to 1921, drawing about 18,000 visitors a year. The 2026 run, July 22 to 25, added Extreme Bulls, chuck wagon races and a wild horse race.
- Lincoln County Fair
Lincoln County Fair: North Platte at Lincoln County Fairgrounds hosts the annual fair, which most recently ran July 22-27, 2026. Features 4-H and FFA exhibit judging. Located at 5015 Rodeo Rd, North Platte.
5015 Rodeo Rd, North Platte, NE 69101 Official event details - Wayne County Fair
The Wayne County Fair is held each year in Wayne at Wayne County Fairgrounds; the most recent dates were July 22-26, 2026. Includes 4-H and FFA exhibits and junior livestock shows. Located at 301 Pheasant Run, Wayne.
301 Pheasant Run, Wayne, NE 68787 Official event details - Sarpy County Fair
Sarpy County Fair: Springfield at Sarpy County Fairgrounds hosts the annual fair, which most recently ran July 29 to August 2, 2026. Features 4-H and FFA exhibit judging. Located at 100 Main St, Springfield.
100 Main St, Springfield, NE 68059 Official event details - Red Willow County Fair
Each year McCook hosts the Red Willow County Fair at Red Willow County Fairgrounds. Most recent run: July 22-26, 2026. Local 4-H youth exhibit and livestock events are part of the program. Located at 1412 West 5th Street, McCook.
1412 West 5th Street, McCook, NE 69001 Official event details - Buffalo County Fair
Each year Kearney hosts the Buffalo County Fair at Buffalo County Fairgrounds. Most recent run: July 22-27, 2026. Local 4-H youth exhibit and livestock events are part of the program. Located at 3807 Avenue North, Kearney.
- Keith County Fair
The Keith County Fair is held each year in Ogallala at Keith County Fairgrounds; the most recent dates were July 29 to August 1, 2026. Includes 4-H and FFA exhibits and junior livestock shows. Located at 1000 W 3rd St, Ogallala.
1000 W 3rd St, Ogallala, NE 69153 Official event details - Buffalo County 4-H Horse Show
Fair-week 4-H horse show in the East Arena on July 22, 2026, one day after the dog show and small animal show open the 4-H schedule.
Kearney, NE | Organizer: Nebraska Extension in Buffalo County Official event details - Garfield County Fair and Nebraska's Big Rodeo
Garfield County Fair paired with Nebraska's Big Rodeo at the Frontier Fairgrounds in Burwell, July 22-25, 2026, with the Saturday night rodeo on July 25.
- Hayes Center Roping Club Ranch Rodeo
Ranch rodeo hosted by the Hayes Center Roping Club on Wednesday July 29, 2026 at 7 pm during Hayes County 4-H Fair week.
Hayes Center, NE | Organizer: Hayes Center Roping Club Official event details - Lancaster County 4-H Horse Show at the Super Fair
Multi-day 4-H horse show held during the Super Fair at 84th and Havelock, including an Extreme Versatility class. Held each year; the most recent dates were July 29 to August 2, 2026.
Lincoln, NE | Organizer: Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County Official event details - Morrill County FFA Farm to Town Relay
Fair-week FFA relay race held at 6 pm on Wednesday and followed by goat roping. Held each year; the most recent relay was July 22, 2026.
Bridgeport, NE Official event details - Pierce County Fair
Five-day fair at the Pierce County Fairgrounds with beef, swine, sheep, goat, dairy, horse, rabbit, poultry and pet shows, free breakfasts and a Sunday inspirational service. Held each year; the most recent dates were July 22-26, 2026.
- Frontier County Fair
Frontier County Fair: Stockville at Frontier County Fairgrounds hosts the annual fair, which most recently ran July 30 to August 2, 2026. Features 4-H and FFA exhibit judging. Located at 102 Front St, Stockville.
102 Front St, Stockville, NE 69042 Official event details - Hamilton County Fair
Each year Aurora hosts the Hamilton County Fair at Hamilton County Fairgrounds. Most recent run: July 30 to August 2, 2026. Local 4-H youth exhibit and livestock events are part of the program. Located at 310 A St, Aurora.
310 A St, Aurora, NE 68818 Official event details - Lancaster County Super Fair
Lancaster County Super Fair: Lincoln at Sandhills Global Event Center hosts the annual fair, which most recently ran July 30 to August 8, 2026. It runs for ten days at the Sandhills Global Event Center.
4100 North 84th Street, Lincoln, NE Official event details - Custer County 4-H and FFA Livestock Sale
Evening premium sale at 7:00 pm on July 30, 2026, preceded that day by the livestock judging contest and the elite showmanship contest.
Broken Bow, NE | Organizer: Nebraska Extension in Custer County Official event details - Otoe County Fair
Otoe County Fair: Syracuse at Otoe County Fairgrounds hosts the annual fair, which most recently ran July 31 to August 3, 2026. Features 4-H and FFA exhibit judging. Located at 198 Plum St, Syracuse.
198 Plum St, Syracuse, NE 68446 Official event details - Cherry County Fair
Ten-day 4-H fair July 31 to August 9, 2026: shooting shoot-offs, open and 4-H horse shows, fashion show, interview judging, dog show, parade and swine, steer, heifer shows.
Valentine, NE | Organizer: Nebraska Extension in Cherry County Official event details - Dawes County 4-H Foundation Market Livestock Sale
Market livestock sale at 6 PM on July 31, 2026 in the Vetter Building, the closing livestock event of the Dawes County Fair.
Chadron, NE | Organizer: Dawes County 4-H Foundation Official event details - Hayes County 4-H Livestock Sale
Evening livestock sale closing the Hayes County 4-H Fair on Friday July 31, 2026 at 7 pm, preceded by a free BBQ and followed by live music.
Hayes Center, NE | Organizer: Nebraska Extension in Hayes County Official event details - Scotts Bluff County Fair
Scotts Bluff County Fair: Mitchell at Scotts Bluff County Fairgrounds hosts the annual fair, which most recently ran July 25 to August 1, 2026. Features 4-H and FFA exhibit judging. Located at 130625 County Rd, Mitchell.
130625 County Rd, Mitchell, NE 69357 Official event details - Phelps County Fair
Each year Holdrege hosts the Phelps County Fair at Phelps County Fairgrounds. Most recent run: July 25-30, 2026. Local 4-H youth exhibit and livestock events are part of the program. Located at 1308 2nd Street, Holdrege.
1308 2nd Street, Holdrege, NE 68949 Official event details - Hooker County Fair
Each year Mullen hosts the Hooker County Fair at Hooker County Fairgrounds. Most recent run: July 25 to August 2, 2026. Local 4-H youth exhibit and livestock events are part of the program. Located at 400 Fairgrounds Road, Mullen.
400 Fairgrounds Road, Mullen, NE 69152 Official event details - Dundy County 4-H Livestock Sale
Closing event of the Dundy County 4-H Fair, held Saturday July 25, 2026 at 2 pm in Benkelman; youth market animals are sold and shipped for processing.
Benkelman, NE | Organizer: Nebraska Extension in Dundy County Official event details - Pierce County 4-H Style Revue and Awards Night
Saturday evening clothing Style Revue with an awards ceremony in the Pavilion, followed by 4-H awards night at 6:30 pm. Held each year; the most recent revue was July 25, 2026.
Pierce, NE | Organizer: Nebraska Extension in Pierce County Official event details
August 2027 (estimated)
- Kimball-Banner County Fair
The Kimball-Banner County Fair is held each year in Kimball at Kimball County Fairgrounds; the most recent dates were August 2-8, 2026. Serves Kimball and Banner counties.
E 6th Street, Kimball, NE 69145 Official event details - Holt County Fair
Each year Chambers hosts the Holt County Fair at Holt County Fairgrounds. Most recent run: August 3-8, 2026. Local 4-H youth exhibit and livestock events are part of the program. Located at 48697 Cemetery Road, Chambers.
48697 Cemetery Road, Chambers, NE 68725 Official event details - Nebraska Grazing Conference
Two-day grazing conference with a tradeshow and sessions on regenerative grazing, virtual fence, stockmanship and carbon markets, themed on Nebraska grasslands in 2026. Held Aug. 4 and 5 in Kearney.
Kearney, NE | Organizer: University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension Official event details - Cherry County 4-H Horse Show
4-H horse show starting at 9:00 am on Tuesday August 4, 2026, following the all-day open horse show on Monday and ahead of the evening fashion show.
Valentine, NE | Organizer: Nebraska Extension in Cherry County Official event details - Cass County Fair
County fair at the Cass County Fairgrounds, Wednesday August 5 through Saturday August 8, 2026, with 4-H livestock shows, carnival, tractor pulls and rodeo events.
8420 144th St., Weeping Water, NE 68463 | (402) 267-5120 Official event details - Thayer County Fair
Held each year in Deshler and run by the Thayer County Fair board, which also operates the Thayer County Speedway; the most recent dates were August 5-8, 2026, with a carnival and a variety stage.
1302 4th Street, Deshler, NE 68340 | Organizer: Thayer County Fair Board Official event details - Loup County Worlds Fair
Four-day county fair in Taylor with 4-H exhibits of crafts, foods and animals, turtle and duck races, a hay scramble, a kiddie parade and a Saturday night parade. Held each year; the most recent dates were August 5-8, 2026.
Taylor, NE Official event details - York County Fair
Each year York hosts the York County Fair at York County Fairgrounds. Most recent run: August 6-9, 2026. Local 4-H youth exhibit and livestock events are part of the program. Located at 2345 N Nebraska Ave, York.
2345 N Nebraska Ave, York, NE 68467 Official event details - Cuming County Fair
Fair themed Stars, Stripes and Summer Nights, August 6-9, 2026, with 4-H animal science, fashion revue, shooting sports, plant science and Clover Kids exhibits.
West Point, NE | Organizer: Nebraska Extension in Cuming County Official event details - Nemaha County Fair
Six-day county fair in Auburn with static exhibit judging, archery and BB gun contests, goat, sheep, rabbit, beef, poultry and swine shows, an awards ceremony and a premium sale. Held each year; the most recent dates were August 7-12, 2026.
Auburn, NE | Organizer: Nebraska Extension in Nemaha County Official event details - Merrick County Fair
The Merrick County Fair is held each year in Central City at Merrick County Fairgrounds; the most recent dates were August 1-5, 2026. Includes 4-H and FFA exhibits and junior livestock shows. Located at 1784 Fairgrounds Rd, Central City.
1784 Fairgrounds Rd, Central City, NE 68826 Official event details - Deuel County Fair Beef Ultrasound
Beef ultrasound for fair market steers at Chappell Feedlot at 10 a.m. on August 1, 2026, about two weeks before the August 13 weigh-in.
Chappell, NE | Organizer: Nebraska Extension in Deuel County Official event details - Stanton County 4-H Livestock Judging Contest
Livestock judging contest held in Stanton on the Saturday of county fair week; the most recent contest was August 1, 2026, at 10:00 am, ahead of the combined awards program and 4-H auction at 3:00 pm.
Stanton, NE | Organizer: Nebraska Extension in Stanton County Official event details - Merrick County 4-H and FFA Horse Show
Opening-day horse show for 4-H and FFA members at the Central City fairgrounds, held the Saturday before the rest of fair week. Held each year; the most recent show was August 1, 2026.
1784 Fairgrounds Road, Central City, NE 68826 Official event details - Greeley County Fair
The Greeley County Fair is held each year in Spalding at Spalding City Park; the most recent dates were August 9-12, 2026. It is held in the city park rather than a dedicated fairgrounds.
441 Creamery St, Spalding, NE 68665 Official event details - Nemaha County 4-H BB Gun Contest
Shooting sports BB gun contest run in flights at noon and 1:30 pm on the Sunday before livestock shows start. Held each year; the most recent contest was August 9, 2026.
Auburn, NE | Organizer: Nebraska Extension in Nemaha County Official event details - Knox County Fair
Five-day fair in Bloomfield with horse, swine, dairy, feeder calf, sheep, goat, rabbit, poultry and companion animal shows plus 4-H and FFA exhibits. Held each year; the most recent dates were August 12-16, 2026.
Bloomfield, NE Official event details - Knox County 4-H BB Gun, Air Rifle and Air Pistol Contests
Shooting sports contests for BB gun, air rifle and air pistol held from 3:00 to 7:30 pm on the opening day of the Knox County Fair. Held each year; the most recent contests were August 12, 2026.
Bloomfield, NE Official event details - Nemaha County 4-H Premium Sale
Evening premium sale that ends the Nemaha County Fair, following the swine show and awards ceremony. Held each year; the most recent sale was August 12, 2026.
Auburn, NE | Organizer: Nebraska Extension in Nemaha County Official event details - Deuel County Fair 4-H and FFA Livestock Shows
Beef weigh-in and show on August 13, 2026, then swine, goat and sheep shows with the round robin and catch-it contest on August 14.
- Knox County Livestock Judging Contest
Midday livestock judging contest for 4-H and FFA members on the Thursday of Knox County Fair week, followed by the dairy goat and dairy shows. Held each year; the most recent contest was August 13, 2026.
Bloomfield, NE Official event details - Johnson County Fair
Johnson County Fair: Tecumseh at Johnson County Fairgrounds hosts the annual fair, which most recently ran August 14-16, 2026. Features 4-H and FFA exhibit judging.
Tecumseh, NE Official event details - Johnson County Fair Livestock Shows
Junior livestock classes run Friday with swine at 8 a.m., sheep at 1 p.m. and goats at 3 p.m., then Saturday with bucket calf at 8, beef at 9, poultry at 2 and rabbits at 4. Held each year; the most recent shows were August 14-15, 2026.
- Cherry County 4-H Livestock Sale
Livestock sale at 4:00 pm on Saturday August 8, 2026, after beef showmanship, the round robin at 1:00 pm and the Team Fitting and Salesmanship Contest.
Valentine, NE | Organizer: Nebraska Extension in Cherry County Official event details - Taylor Junior Rodeo
Youth rodeo held on the closing Saturday of the Loup County Fair at the Taylor Rodeo Arena. Held each year; the most recent rodeo was August 8, 2026.
Taylor, NE Official event details - Nemaha County 4-H Archery Contest
Archery contest with compound bows starting at 9 am and traditional bows at 10:30 am the day after static exhibit entry. Held each year; the most recent contest was August 8, 2026.
Auburn, NE | Organizer: Nebraska Extension in Nemaha County Official event details - Johnson County 4-H Livestock Premium Sale
Evening premium sale that closes the county fair, where local businesses bid on 4-H market animals raised by Johnson County youth. Held each year; the most recent sale was Sunday, August 16, 2026 at 7 p.m. in Tecumseh.
Tecumseh, NE Official event details - Knox County 4-H Round Robin Contest
All-species showmanship contest that begins right after the last livestock show on closing day of the Knox County Fair. Held each year; the most recent contest was Sunday, August 16, 2026.
Bloomfield, NE Official event details - Deuel County 4-H and FFA Livestock Sale
Sale at 10 a.m. on August 15, 2026 followed by a buyers lunch, the awards presentation with Quilts of Valor at 7 p.m., and release of static exhibits.
NE | Organizer: Nebraska Extension in Deuel County Official event details - Keya Paha County Fair
Small-town county fair in Springview that also hosts handmade-goods vendors and local artisans. Held each year; the most recent dates were August 15-17, 2026.
Springview, NE Official event details - Nebraska State Fair
Eleven-day state fair in Grand Island that always ends on Labor Day. It includes the 4-H and FFA exhibits, concerts at the BigIron Events Center and TD Landing, and horse and livestock events. The 2026 fair ran Aug. 28 to Sept. 7.
- Nebraska Affiliate Foundation Quarter Horse Registry Show
Quarter horse registry show opening the State Fair horse program, with classes starting at 8:00 a.m. in the indoor arena on Aug. 28 and 29, 2026.
Grand Island, NE | 308-382-1620 | Organizer: Nebraska State Fair Official event details - Nebraska State Fair Draft Horse Pull
Draft horse pulling contest in the indoor arena at the Nebraska State Fair, scheduled for 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 29, 2026.
- Nebraska State Fair Rough Stock Rodeo
Ticketed rough stock rodeo at 7:00 p.m. in the outdoor arena on opening Saturday of the Nebraska State Fair, Aug. 29, 2026.
Grand Island, NE | 308-382-1620 | Organizer: Nebraska State Fair Official event details - Toofpik Barrel Series at the Nebraska State Fair
Barrel racing series at the State Fair outdoor arena, with runs Sunday evening Aug. 30 and Monday morning Aug. 31, 2026.
Grand Island, NE | 308-382-1620 | Organizer: Nebraska State Fair Official event details - Youth Ranch Horse Mentor Matchup
Youth ranch horse event at the Nebraska State Fair pairing young riders with mentors, preceded by a networking evening on Aug. 30; the matchup is Aug. 31, 2026.
Grand Island, NE | 308-382-1620 | Organizer: Nebraska State Fair Official event details
September 2027 (estimated)
- Richardson County Fair
Held each year at the Agricultural Building in Humboldt; the most recent dates were September 16-19, 2026, with the 4-H and FFA junior fair and livestock classes run separately in July.
Humboldt, NE Official event details - Husker Harvest Days
Large outdoor farm show in Grand Island with equipment demonstrations, commodity group exhibits and livestock industry programs. The 2026 show ran Sept. 15 to 17.
- Aksarben Stock Show and Rodeo
Youth livestock show for exhibitors aged 9 to 19 from 14 states, with market and breeding classes for beef, swine, sheep and goats. Now held at Fonner Park in Grand Island; the 2026 show is Sept. 24 to 27.
November 2027 (estimated)
- Adams County 4-H Awards Celebration and Pancake Feed
Evening awards celebration with a pancake feed at the Adams County Fairgrounds on November 8, 2026, recognizing county 4-H members after record books are judged.
Hastings, NE | Organizer: Adams County 4-H Council Official event details