North Platte Travel Guide 2025 | 41 events are a one-day version of fish camp, featuring information on how to catch, clean and cook carp. Novice or expert, the events provide advice on fishing equipment and techniques as well as demonstrations on fish preparation. The event is free, but a valid state park permit is required for entry. Car Show Presented by the Bloodhound Car Club 9 a.m.-4 p.m. | Mid Plains Community College South Campus Get ready for the 1st Annual Bloodhound Car Club Car Show on Friday, July 26, 2025, at Mid-Plains Community College – South Campus in North Platte, NE! With vehicle check-in starting at 7 AM and the show kicking off at 9 AM, this event features a variety of vehicle classes, awards, and a $25 entry fee ($20 for the Geriatric class). Trophies and special awards will be handed out at 3 PM, and part of the proceeds will benefit FUR Animal Rescue. It’s a fun-filled day for car lovers and a great cause—don’t miss it! Join us for Community Fishing Night at Lake Maloney SRA, East Boat Ramp! Hosted by Nebraska Game and Parks, community fishing events are held at venues across the state each spring and summer. Look for the Family Fishing Trailer, where loaner rods and reels, bait and fishing instruction are available free to participants. Fishing Instructors are also available to provide helpful tips and answer questions. This is the perfect opportunity for people of all ages who have never been fishing or haven’t fished for years to learn. Community Fishing Night 6 p.m.-8 p.m. | Lake Maloney Monday Night Madness - Nutrien Fair Race Great Plains IMCA Tour Championship. Modifieds, Stock Cars, Sport Mods, Hobby Stocks, Compacts, and Warriors. AUGUST Be sure to check out VisitNorthPlatte.com/Events for many additional events this month such as Movies at the Fox, Sporting Events, and more! Each month the Prairie Arts Center displays new and exciting galleries! Many classes for adults and youth, as well as studio times for the public to try their hand at something creative! Check out PrairieArtsCenter.org or VisitNorthPlatte.com/Events for up-to-date info! The North Platte Original Farmer’s Market 8 a.m.-12 p.m. Every Sat., 3 p.m.-6 p.m. Every Tues. Harvest Christian Church Parking Lot Come browse the locally homegrown veggies and other goodies at the North Platte Farmer’s Market. Triple Bee Flea Market has a wide variety of vendors who bring items and products to sell. They also have various “special” events each month, including Garage Sale Saturday, Swap Meet Saturdays, Christmas in July, etc. AUGUST 1 Western Nebraska Craft Beer Festival Time TBD | Pals Brewing Company JULY 28 Dirt Track Racing 6 p.m. | Lincoln County Raceway Prairie Arts Center 11 a.m. - 4 pm. Tuesday-Saturday Triple Bee Flea Market 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Every Sunday | Behind Mr. Appliance The 7th Annual Western Nebraska Craft Beer Fest is almost here! Enjoy sampling a mix of Nebraska based breweries, wineries, and distilleries! Head to PalsBrewingCompany.com for more details and to purchase tickets!
the Musical Jr. It is a one-of-a-kind, hilarious fairy tale in which curses are reversed, monsters get the girls, donkeys and dragons find love, and princesses are beautiful in all shapes and sizes.
Platte July 20, 2025! This is a non-competitive race that is open to all ages & skill levels. Check-in and staging will take place near the Cody Pool / Aquatics Center in the southwest corner of the park. All finishers will receive a Cornhusker State Games commemorative medal. For registration and more details, please visit CornhuskerStateGames.com!
JULY 18, 19, 20 & 21 6 th Annual North Platte Pow Wow All Day | Buffalo Bill State Recreation Area
JULY 21 Live Music ft. Chuck Ruby and Steve Wik Time TBD | Pals Brewing Company Come out for live music and Pals brews!
The North Platte Pow Wow will showcase the culture and tradition of Native Americans with dancers, singers, special guests, and many vendors! Everyone is welcome! The grand entry is a must see and will be performed Friday at 7pm, Saturday at 1pm and 7pm, and Sunday at 1pm. There will be other events happening over the course of the weekend as well including a special kick off performance, a tipi rising, parade, buffalo burger bash, photo exhibition, special presentations, PTSD awareness walk, veteran honoring’s, tiny tot special, 3 on 3 basketball tournament, vendors, and more! Admission is $7 per person or $15 for a weekend pass. All attendees 65+, under 5, all veterans, and active-duty military will receive free admission.
JULY 22 Buddy Check 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. | WB’s Fun Center
A special gathering of Veterans dedicated to reducing and eliminating Veteran suicide. Veterans are invited to enjoy food and fellowship during these monthly Buddy Check. There will be pizza and refreshments. Sometimes there are special guest speakers.
JULY 23-27 Lincoln County Fair Times Vary | Lincoln County Fairgrounds
JULY 19 Sidewalk Sales Times Vary | Downtown Canteen District Shop locally and get great deals! Native American Culture Month Speakes Time TBD | Prairie Arts Center
With the hard work of many volunteers in the community- there is something for everyone at the Lincoln County Fair- including 4-H exhibits, games, food and vendors, livestock shows, dirt track events, and more! The 2025 Fair will be July 23 rd -27 th ! Visit LinCoFair.com for a Schedule of Events!
Apple, Oglala Lakota, grew up on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation in South Dako-ta. He shares his cultural knowledge and talent of Lakota singing and drumming, which helped him find ways to heal and recover. His overall mission and vision in life is to create a safe and nurturing environment structured through the Lakota Tiospaye (extended family) and governance system; to provide mentorship and demonstrate Lakota cultural concepts, knowledge and traditional teachings for young men and women to learn and use to help address historical trauma and social issues that are affecting them; to impact a holistic way of healing of the individual and family structure, which will then further strengthen the community. The PAC will also offer free art activities to compliment these storytelling activities.
JULY 24, 25 & 26 North Platte 80’s Baseball 6:30 p.m. | Bill Wood Field
Join the North Platte 80s for an unforgettable day at the ballpark! The North Platte 80s are a Professional Baseball Team in the Pecos League of Professional Baseball Clubs. Get more information and see the full schedule at NorthPlatte80s.com or VisitNorthPlatte.com/Events!
JULY 25 Gary Allan Live in Concert 7 p.m. | Lincoln County Fairgrounds
Join the Lincoln County Fairgrounds for a LIVE concert featuring the modern-day outlaw, Gary Allan and local musician from the Sandhills, B.J. Jamison! Gates open at 6pm and the show starts at 7pm! For more info and tickets, visit LinCoFair.com!
Buffalo Burger Bash Time TBD | Lincoln County Historical Museum
Come out and enjoy a bison burger and sides! $10 per person. Kids 6 and under are free. This event benefits the Lincoln County Historical Museum, the North Platte Pow Wow, and Operation Christmas Card!
JULY 25, 26 & 27 The North Platte Community Playhouse Presents: Shrek Jr. 7:30 p.m. July 25 & 26 | 2 p.m. July 27 North Platte Community Playhouse
Lincoln County Fair 5K 7:30 a.m. | Lincoln County Raceway
Open the 2025 Lincoln County Fair with a classic footrace at the fairgrounds! Race swag includes one race shirt per participant; awards include overall winners and medals for top three participants by gender in each age group. Race day registration begins at 6 a.m., with 5K start at 7 a.m. at the fairgrounds.
Come watch the youth of the theater perform Shrek the Musical Jr. It is a one-of-a-kind, hilarious fairy tale in which curses are reversed, monsters get the girls, donkeys and dragons find love, and princesses are beautiful in all shapes and sizes.
JULY 26 Share a Spare Color Run 8 a.m. Cody Park
North Platte 80’s Baseball 6:30 p.m. | Bill Wood Field
Join the North Platte 80s for an unforgettable day at the ballpark! The North Platte 80s are a Professional Baseball Team in the Pecos League of Professional Baseball Clubs. Get more information and see the full schedule at NorthPlatte80s.com or VisitNorthPlatte.com/Events!
Want to join in supporting a good cause? Help in raising money for the Nebraska Kidney Association, stay healthy and have a BLAST, by registering for the Share a Spare Color Run.
Carp-O-Rama 8 a.m.-1 p.m. | Lake Maloney
JULY 20 Cornhusker State Games Cycling Tour 7 a.m. | Cody Park
Join Nebraska Game & Parks for their annual Carp-O- Rama fishing event just south of North Platte! The tent will take place at Lake Maloney State Recreation Area on Saturday, July 26 at the east boat ramp. These annual
Register yourself AND your family for the 2025 Cornhusker State Games Cycling Tour coming to North
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