Nebraska Outdoor Calendar

25th Annual Hallowfest at Ponca State Park

Ponca State Park 88090 Spur 26 E, Ponca, NE

Join us at Ponca State Park for the 25th Annual Hallowfest! Activities include outdoor education programs, pumpkin carving contest, pumpkin roll obstacle course, pets costume contest, cabin & campground decorating contest, trick or treating (5-7 p.m.), and haunted hayrack rides (must make reservations on October 9th starting at 8 a.m. and payments will be required […]

28th Annual Haunted Hollow at Indian Cave State Park

Indian Cave State Park 65296 720 Rd, Shubert, NE

Join us for the 28th Annual Haunted Hollow at beautiful Indian Cave State Park! Schedule of Events TRICK-OR-TREAT AT THE TOWN October 13 from 6 - 7:30 p.m. - Trick-or-Treat along the decorated trail through the old town of St. Deroin. Admission: $2/per person; 3 and under free (includes hayrack ride) JACK-O-LANTERN JUNK & CRAFT […]

Curious Caterpillars

Mahoney Park, Lincoln City Park 70th & Fremont, Lincoln, NE

Join us Saturday, October 14th from 9:00 - 11:00 am at the city of Lincoln's Mahoney Park for a fun-filled morning of outdoor exploration designed for infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children. There will be a nature discovery area, live animals, water play station, fall movement area, and a miniature nature den construction station.   Quality […]

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Event Series Spooktacular Halloween at Two Rivers SRA

Spooktacular Halloween at Two Rivers SRA

Two Rivers State Recreation Area 27702 F St., Waterloo, NE

Join us for a free two-day Halloween event at Two Rivers SRA! Activities include hayrack rides, trunk-or-treating, pumpkin painting, a raptor presentation, campsite decorating contest and more! Activities will take place at the Goldenrod Campground. This event is hosted in partnership with the family of David Trost and the Nebraska RV and Camping Community Facebook […]

28th Annual Haunted Hollow at Indian Cave State Park

Indian Cave State Park 65296 720 Rd, Shubert, NE

**** Update: This event may be cancelled due to inclement weather. Please call the park ahead of the event for details at 402-883-2575. **** Join us for the 28th Annual Haunted Hollow at beautiful Indian Cave State Park! Schedule of Events TRICK-OR-TREAT AT THE TOWN - October 13 6 - 7:30 p.m. - Trick-or-Treat along […]

Turpin Outdoor Education Center Dedication

Turpin Outdoor Education Center - Lincoln 4703 N 44th St, Lincoln, NE

Please join us to celebrate the memory and legacy of Dick Turpin, longtime Nebraska Game and Parks Commission employee, outdoor educator, conservation officer, hunter education coordinator and beloved friend and family member as we add his name to the Nebraska Outdoor Education Center. Dick connected tens of thousands of Nebraskans to outdoor pursuits and inspired […]

Event Series Platte River Art Show

Platte River Art Show

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

Join us at E.T. Mahoney State Park for "The most prestigious art show on the river". Meet amazing artists and view their work of photography, mixed media, paintings, jewelry, wood work, handcrafted artwork and more! Schedule: Friday, October 13th: 6 - 9 p.m. - Wine and Cheese tasting (Upper level conference rooms) Saturday, October 14th: […]

Frights at Height at Go Ape Zipline & Adventure Park

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

Join us for some spooky, thrill-seeking adventures during our Frights at Height weekends Go Ape Zipline & Adventure Park at Eugene T. Mahoney State Park! Guests will find zombies, ghosts, and ghouls hiding around dark corners of the Treetop Journey zipline and ropes course. The 1-hour adventure is only $37.95/person. Time slots vary based on […]

Living History Weekend – All About the Mortons 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. Delve into the history and talents of the men and women of Arbor Lodge. Explore topics such as farming, business, painting, sewing, needlework, cooking, entertaining, […]

4th Annual Johnson Lake SRA Halloween Haunt

Johnson Lake State Recreation Area 1 Drive 25A, Elwood, NE

Join us for the 4th Annual Johnson Lake SRA Halloween Haunt at the Main Campground on Saturday, October 14th! Activities 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. - pumpkin painting, kids games, face painting and Master Naturalist wildlife demonstrations (C area) 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. - campsite trunk-or-treating at the boat parking area; Eagle Scout dedication by […]

Halloween is Brewing with Fun at E.T. Mahoney State Park

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

Get your spooky, silly and creative costumes on and come out to the Marina for an afternoon of Halloween happenings. We’ll have games, pumpkin carving, a costume parade, naturalist programs, a campfire and trolly rides to tour Halloween decorations at the campgrounds. Pumpkins will be available to purchase for $6 in limited quantity. We provide […]

Halloween Campsite Decorating & Trick or Treating at Fremont Lakes SRA

Fremont Lakes State Recreation Area 4349 W. State Lakes Rd, Fremont, NE

Come join the fun at Fremont Lakes State Recreation Area on October 14 for our Halloween campsite decorating contest and trick-or-treating! The decoration judging and trick-or-treating will both take place from 5-7 p.m. A valid park entry permit is required.