Buffalo Co. America 250 Celebration

July 4 Let’s celebrate 250 years of the United States with a night of live music, fireworks, and fun! Join us Saturday, July 4th at the Buffalo County Fairgrounds for this free community event. 5:00-11:00 pm Schedule: https://visitkearney.org/event/buffalo-county-america-250-celebration/

Concerts In The Park

July 5, 12, 19, 26, Aug 2 FREE concerts at Harmon Park. Bring your own lawn chair. Donations appreciated. 5-Flatwater Jazz, 12-West Wind, 19-BD & The Boys, 26-Lee & The Rustics, Aug 2 Blackberry Winter. 7:00-8:30 pm. https://www.kearneyarts.org/events/

Brown Bag Series

July 8 You are invited to the continuing “Brown Bag” series, hosted by the library, in partnership with the UNK History Department. Presenters will focus on a different historical topic in each session. You are welcome to bring your lunch. 12:00-1:00 pm. Platte Room. https://kearney.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=325052

Fabulous Fridays

July 10 Fabulous Fridays Speaker Series. July will feature Dr. Elaine Batenhorst “on the History of Buffalo County Historical Society.”Welcome To The Archives” 2:00 pm Buffalo County Historical Society/Trails & Rails Museum https://www.bchs.us/copy-of-fabulous-fridays-2023

Art In The Park

July 11 2026 Art in the Park will be a unique experience this year for everyone involved! Held in the beautiful location of Harmon Park in Kearney. Talented artists from around the Midwest exhibit original works of art. Live entertainment  and a variety of food vendors will also add to the experience!  9:00 am-5:00 pm https://www.kearneyartistguild.com/

The Everly Set

July 16 Acclaimed singer-songwriters Jack Skuller and Sean Altman combine millennial pluck with baby-boomer sass to present The Everly Set featuring Bye Bye Love, Wake Up Little Susie, Cathy’s Clown, All I Have To Do Is Dream, and more hits! Part of Kearney Cruise Week. 8:00 pm Merryman Performing Arts Center. Tickets: https://merrymancenter.org/events/the-everly-set/

Nature Field Day

July 18 Spend a morning immersed in the sights and sounds of the Platte River ecosystem at Rowe Sanctuary! 9:00 am-12:00 pm for this hands-on outdoor experience. https://act.audubon.org/a/habitat-stewards-event-nature-field-day?aud_path=%2Fevents&aud_cta=unknown&_gl=115ew2mt_gcl_auMjA5NTkzOTIwNy4xNzgwNjAxODcz_gaNjM0Mjk4Nzc5LjE3MzgyNjEwNDg._ga_X2XNL2MWTT*czE3ODA2MDE4NzIkbzEwJGcxJHQxNzgwNjA0ODc0JGo2MCRsMCRoMA..

Frozen

July 28-August 9 The magic of Disney’s Frozen comes to life on stage in a breathtaking theatrical experience for the whole family! With stunning sets, dazzling costumes, and heartwarming messages about love, courage, and sisterhood, Frozen is a spellbinding musical adventure that proves that some bonds are truly unbreakable.https://cranerivertheater.org/frozen/

Frozen

July 28-August 9 The magic of Disney’s Frozen comes to life on stage in a breathtaking theatrical experience for the whole family! With stunning sets, dazzling costumes, and heartwarming messages about love, courage, and sisterhood, Frozen is a spellbinding musical adventure that proves that some bonds are truly unbreakable. https://cranerivertheater.org/frozen/

Fabulous Fridays

August 14 Fabulous Fridays Speaker Series. August will feature Dennis Crawford “The Road Not Taken-Robert Kennedy” 2:00 pm Buffalo County Historical Society/Trails & Rails Museum https://www.bchs.us/copy-of-fabulous-fridays-2023

Native Landscape Workshop

August 15 Join National Audubon Society staff for a Native Landscape Design Workshop at The Gardens at Yanney Park. Participants will receive a selection of home-friendly native plants, merch, and a resource packet. Pre-registration is required. 9:30-11:00 am https://kearneyne.myrec.com/info/activities/program_details.aspx?ProgramID=30465&fbclid=IwY2xjawS7VXZleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETE3NThrTmFHM0poaWduVjJzc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHj7aQzH2VxZd655baGQdDPiw_lwJVBVR2OCiZRJnevfbm8e5RRAQtvZIExlD_aem_U1Dt3X9xfDEZdDTj-wrGSw#activities

Wildlife Wednesday

August 19 Join a Rowe staff member and volunteer for a fun and engaging Storytime featuring three wildlife-themed books. Along the way, we’ll explore the different kinds of wildlife that live around the center. Free, but registration encouraged. 10-11:30 am. https://act.audubon.org/a/wildlife-wednesday-storytime-and-hike-rowe?aud_path=%2Fevents&aud_cta=unknown&_gl=1udcbvq_gcl_auMjA5NTkzOTIwNy4xNzgwNjAxODcz_gaNjM0Mjk4Nzc5LjE3MzgyNjEwNDg._ga_X2XNL2MWTT*czE3ODM5Njg5NzMkbzExJGcxJHQxNzgzOTY5MDE2JGoxNyRsMCRoMA..

Wildflower Walk

August 19 Join us for a peaceful evening stroll through the prairies of Rowe Sanctuary as we explore the native wildflowers and grasses that color the Great Plains. Along the way, our staff will share stories about the plants rooted deep in prairie history and the wildlife that depends on them. 7-8:30 pm Free, but registration encouraged. https://act.audubon.org/a/wildflower-walk-6?aud_path=%2Fevents&aud_cta=unknown&_gl=11apmwe0_gcl_auMjA5NTkzOTIwNy4xNzgwNjAxODcz_gaNjM0Mjk4Nzc5LjE3MzgyNjEwNDg._ga_X2XNL2MWTT*czE3ODM5Njg5NzMkbzExJGcxJHQxNzgzOTY5MDg4JGo2MCRsMCRoMA..

FREE Family Fun Night

August 20 Join us for FREE entry into Kearney Area Children’s Museum from 4-7PM!  https://sales.kearneychildrensmuseum.org/Performance.aspx?pid=36809&cal=https%3a%2f%2fsales.kearneychildrensmuseum.org%3a443%2fcalendar.aspx

Bubble Run

August 22 Lace up, grab the family, and get ready to run, walk, and play your way through the Bubble Run! Whether you’re chasing a personal best in the timed 5K or enjoying a carefree 1-mile walk, you’ll be surrounded by bursts of bubbly fun at every turn. 5K Kickoff, 9AM,1 Mile Kickoff 9:10AM, Baby Bubble Crawl,10AM Register by August 16. https://runsignup.com/Race/NE/Kearney/KACMBubbleRun

YMCA Golf Tournament

August 28 This is the Kearney Y’s 5th year of hosting its annual Golf Tournament Fundraiser called Chip in for the Kids! The event’s proceeds will contribute to our Annual Strong Families Campaign which strive to provide equal opportunities to all who come to the Y. For details & to register https://kearneyymca.org/golf-tournament/