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SIP NEBRASKA May 6-7 at Eugene T. Mahoney State Park. Wine, craft beer, and
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NEBRASKA CITY’S 150TH ANNUAL ARBOR DAY CELEBRATION May 1 in Nebraska
spirit tastings supplemented by live music, outdoor games, and trolley tours through the scenic state park. 402.944.2523. —blurparties.com/sip-spring
City. Originally proposed in 1872 as a
day to focus on tree planting, Arbor Day is now celebrated in all 50 states and in many countries around the world. While this celebration kicks off the 150th Arbor Day, festivities of 150 years of Arbor Day will continue into May 2022. 402.873.6654. —gonebraskacity.com
LINCOLN MARATHON AND HALF MARATHON May 1 in Lincoln. This
event includes three different races. Runners can participate in the full marathon or half marathon. Races start at 7 a.m. and end at Memorial Stadium. —lincolnmarathon.org
SPRING DAZZLE CRAFT AND VENDOR SHOW May 7 at Fonner Park in
Grand Island. Artisans and vendors
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HELICOPTER DAY AND MEMORIAL DAY CONCERT May 21 at Strategic
Air Command and Aerospace Museum in Ashland. Spectators will be thrilled
shows off their top canine competitors in a variety of events, from obedience to rally trials. —nebraskakennelclub.com
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gather from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. to delight visitors with unique, hand-crafted wares in the Fonner Park Concourse. 308.382.4400. —visitgrandisland. May com
10TH ANNUAL JUNKSTOCK AT SYCAMORE FARMS May 1, May 6-8 in Waterloo.
Event includes over 200 vendors, more than 23 food trucks, and various bands on the Junstock Stage. Cash recommended and pets are welcome. 402.765.8651. —junkstock.com
NEBRASKA KENNEL CLUB DOG SHOW May 21-22 at the Lancaster Event Center in Lincoln. The Nebraska Kennel Club
by commercial and private helicopters whirring over the horizon and landing at their feet. The museum will also be hosting an early Memorial Day Concert on the same date. The two events combine for a full day of family entertainment. 402.944.3100. —sacmuseum.org
EIGHTH ANNUAL MIGRATORY BIRD DAY May 28 at Indian Cave
State Park. Kicking off at 3 p.m., the event includes a car show, birdthemed crafts and games, a glow in the dark egg hunt, and more. 402.883.2575 — outdoornebraska.gov
NEBRASK A JUNK ATHON May 27-29 in Sargent. Vendors come together
for a festival of antiques, food, and more. 308.750.9435. —facebook.com/ junkathonfleamarket
ANNUAL BROWNVILLE SPRING FLEA MARKET
May 28-30 in Brownville. Hundreds of
vendors bring their wares to this annual tradition, including recycled and up-cycled products, food, and antiques. 402.825.6001. —brownvillehistoricalsociety.org
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FROM BRIGHT LIGHTS TO WIDE OPEN SPACES, Lincoln has a variety of adventures waiting for you, showcasing what a day, weekend or longer feels like in our city. From the distinct shops of the Haymarket to the UNL campus and surrounding attractions, live as the locals do and “Love Lincoln”! —Lincoln.org/omahamag SPONSORED
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MAY 2022
MAIFEST May 1 at Amana Colonies.
Dancers, food trucks, and a parade will bring German traditions to this celebration of Spring. 319.622.7622. Email info@ amanacolnies.com for more information.
GIRLS NIGHT OUT May 5, 2022 in Cedar Falls.
Enjoy a fun evening of shopping, dining and making memories the first Thursday in May and October from 5-9 pm. 319.277.0213. —cedarfallstourism.org
