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River Valley Artisan and Craft Market at E.T. Mahoney State Park

E.T. Mahoney State Park 28500 W Pwy Hwy, Ashland, Nebraska, Online

Please join us for our annual River Valley Artisan and Craft Market show. Shop hand-crafted, locally-made items at the new Crete Carrier Riverview Lodge at beautiful Eugene T. Mahoney State Park! Start your holiday shopping early with handmade arts and craft items. Our show features items such as designer etched glassware, jewelry, crocheted items, beautiful […]

24th Annual Hallowfest at Ponca State Park

Ponca State Park 88090 Spur 26 E, Ponca, NE

Join us for the 24th Annual Hallowfest at Ponca State Park! When: Saturday, October 8 & Saturday, October 15. Activity schedule (each Saturday) 9 - 11 a.m. - Archery in the Eric Wiebe Shooting Complex. $1 for 6 arrows; all equipment is provided. 1 p.m. - Bowling with pumpkins down a hillside, through an obstacle […]

Civilian Living History: 101 at Rock Creek Station State Historical Park

Rock Creek Station State Historical Park 57426 710 St, Fairbury, NE

Join members of the Rock Creek Hayforks living history group for an introductory session to reenacting! An informative presentation and Q&A will take place at 10:30 AM and again at 2:00 PM October 15th, on the East Ranch. •     Find out how to get connected with active volunteers and participate in living history events.  •     […]

Pink Pumpkin Walk at Indian Cave State Park

Indian Cave State Park 65296 720 Rd, Shubert, NE

Join us at Indian Cave State Park on Saturday, October 15 for a great cause, the Pink Pumpkin Walk. A cancer walk for survivors and in memory of loved ones, the Pink Pumpkin Walk helps support October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Call Angie (402) 883-0014 or Cortisa 402-883-0135 to pre-register and order a personalized […]

Pink Pumpkin Walk at Indian Cave State Park

Indian Cave State Park 65296 720 Rd, Shubert, NE

Join us at Indian Cave State Park on Saturday, October 15 for a great cause, the Pink Pumpkin Walk. A cancer walk for survivors and in memory of loved ones, the Pink Pumpkin Walk helps support October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Call Angie (402) 883-0014 or Cortisa 402-883-0135 to pre-register and order a personalized […]

Living History Weekend – Victorian Era at Arbor Lodge

Arbor Lodge State Historical Park 2600 Arbor Ave, Nebraska City, Nebraska

Step back in time to see historic trades, talents, and other demonstrations come alive inside Arbor Lodge Mansion and out on the beautiful grounds during Living History Weekends at Arbor Day Farm.   This weekend, the theme is Victorian Times. Imagine a world without television, cell-phones, and game systems. The Victorian era signified a certain […]

Jack O Lantern World at Mahoney

E.T. Mahoney State Park 28500 W Pwy Hwy, Ashland, Nebraska, Online

Mahoney State Park near Ashland introduces its newest fall attraction: Jack O’ Lantern World. From Sept. 30-Oct. 30, thousands of jack o’ lanterns carved by 50 artisans will be on display along a three-fourths mile walk. The walk, featuring intricately carved, lighted pumpkins, is designed to be an incredible experience to celebrate Halloween, art, nature […]

$14 – $24

River Valley Artisan and Craft Market at E.T. Mahoney State Park

E.T. Mahoney State Park 28500 W Pwy Hwy, Ashland, Nebraska, Online

Please join us for our annual River Valley Artisan and Craft Market show. Shop hand-crafted, locally-made items at the new Crete Carrier Riverview Lodge at beautiful Eugene T. Mahoney State Park! Start your holiday shopping early with handmade arts and craft items. Our show features items such as designer etched glassware, jewelry, crocheted items, beautiful […]

Living History Weekend – Victorian Era at Arbor Lodge

Arbor Lodge State Historical Park 2600 Arbor Ave, Nebraska City, Nebraska

Step back in time to see historic trades, talents, and other demonstrations come alive inside Arbor Lodge Mansion and out on the beautiful grounds during Living History Weekends at Arbor Day Farm.   This weekend, the theme is Victorian Times. Imagine a world without television, cell-phones, and game systems. The Victorian era signified a certain […]

Jack O Lantern World at Mahoney

E.T. Mahoney State Park 28500 W Pwy Hwy, Ashland, Nebraska, Online

Mahoney State Park near Ashland introduces its newest fall attraction: Jack O’ Lantern World. From Sept. 30-Oct. 30, thousands of jack o’ lanterns carved by 50 artisans will be on display along a three-fourths mile walk. The walk, featuring intricately carved, lighted pumpkins, is designed to be an incredible experience to celebrate Halloween, art, nature […]

$14 – $24

Jack O Lantern World at Mahoney

E.T. Mahoney State Park 28500 W Pwy Hwy, Ashland, Nebraska, Online

Mahoney State Park near Ashland introduces its newest fall attraction: Jack O’ Lantern World. From Sept. 30-Oct. 30, thousands of jack o’ lanterns carved by 50 artisans will be on display along a three-fourths mile walk. The walk, featuring intricately carved, lighted pumpkins, is designed to be an incredible experience to celebrate Halloween, art, nature […]

$14 – $24

Wildcat Tales: Goin’ Batty

Wildcat Hills State Recreation Area 210615 NE-71, Gering, NE

Tag along as we explore the winged mammals of the night, bats! Each Wildcat Tales program will include a lesson plan, story, and hands-on activity specifically targeted for early learners ages 2-6 years. The preschool programs will meet at the Nature Center at 10am. Each month is a different program topic! A valid Nebraska Game and […]