thursday august 28 FFA DAY PRESENTED BY HORNADY sawyer brown, free show
ONE MAN BAND Picture the opening of Mary Poppins with Dick Van Dyke as a one-man band, except playing classic rock, country, and pop songs most people know and love. Marc creates a musical illusion playing 9.1 instruments all attached to his body at once. P Strolling Performance 12 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 4:30 p.m., 6:30 p.m. 4-H EXHIBITS Learn about and explore 4-H projects from across Nebraska. Projects in science, consum- er management, expressive arts, foods and nutrition, horticulture, photography and many more highlight the hard work and accomplish- ments of 4-H youth. P 4-H/FFA Fieldhouse | ALL DAY HEDRICK’S CAMEL AND PONY RIDES Hedrick’s will also have camel and pony rides, in addition to their petting zoo and racing pigs! Don’t miss a chance to experience the
ride! *Additional Fee P Grand District | ALL DAY
Sawyer Brown burst onto the scene by winning Star Search with their high-energy blend of country and rock. For over 40 years, they’ve thrilled fans with hit-filled shows proving their journey as a “travelin’ band” isn’t over. 7:30 p.m. | TD LANDING
FFA DAY This special themed day at the 2025 Nebraska State Fair highlights the accomplishments and hard work of FFA-involved youth in Nebraska. P Grounds-wide \ ALL DAY NE GAME AND PARKS INDOOR ENCOUNTERS Discover Nebraska’s outdoors! Visit our info booth for hunting, fishing, parks, boating, and trail details—plus a scenic waterfall and a large aquarium featuring native fish. P Nebraska Building | ALL DAY BEAT THE BAR! Come attempt to “Beat the Bar” by holding yourself up on a pull-up bar while a timer counts down the seconds! If you can outlast the timer, You Win the prize...Can you Beat the Bar? P State Fair BLVD | ALL DAY BOER GOAT SHOW Don’t miss the boer goat show for open class! P Sheep Barn | 9 a.m., 3 p.m.
OPEN CLASS BEEF SHOW Red Angus, Charolais, Gelbvieh/Balancer, Chianina/ ChiAngus, American Highlands, and Miniature Hereford are shown today! P Five Points Bank Arena | 9 a.m. LUNCH BUNCH SPECIAL Join us for the Lunch Bunch Special at the 2025 Nebraska State Fair! Buy a $12 admission ticket and get a $12 food voucher in return. Savor your favorite fair treats at no extra cost. It’s the tastiest deal around! P Grounds-wide | 10 a.m. OPEN CLASS BEEF SUPREME DRIVE Come join the excitement in the crowning of the supreme champion heifer, bull, and cow/calf pair. P Five Points Bank Arena | 5 p.m. NEBRASKA GAME & PARKS AIR GUN RANGE Try your aim at the free Air Gun Range— open to ages 6 and up! P Nebraska Building | 12 p.m. - 6 p.m.
OAKLEY THE TREE MAN Oakley the Tree Man, entertains in a 100-lb tree suit, inspired by the Green Man symbol. With puppets, humor, and heart, he connects with guests, poses for photos, and creates lasting memories—especially his beloved Family Tree Picture. P Strolling Performance | 1:30 p.m., 3:30 p.m., 5:30 p.m. WILDLIFE ENCOUNTERS EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM Learn about wildlife conservation from a great group of animal ambassadors. You never know what animals will join the show!
P Kramer’s Sustainability Pavilion 2:30 p.m., 4:30 p.m., 6:30 p.m.
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Nebraska State Fair | August 22 - September 1, 2025
P Family Fun Zone P Livestock Block
P Marketplace P Grand District
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