Student Experience Enhanced by Nebraska State Fair
State Fair Birthing pavilion Provides student Opportunity At the Nebraska State Fair, one of the most meaningful experiences doesn’t happen on the midway or on stage — it happens in the Birthing Pavilion, where veterinary students from the UNL 2-plus-2 Professional Program in veterinary medicine get real-world experience caring for animals and educating the […]
State Fair Donates 179 Broilers Following Stock Show
Serving through the mission https://youtu.be/oYsmn0Kj46s The Nebraska State Fair recently distributed 179 broiler chickens to area non-profits, an act of service that their team began back in 2018. These birds were exhibited by youth at the Aksarben Stock Show. Following the event, the Nebraska State Fair (who coordinates the Stock Show) paid to have the […]
98th Annual Aksarben Stock Show
world-class youth showmanship Author: RJ PostGrand Island Independent The livestock competition taking place this week at the Nebraska State Fair grounds, in some ways, exceeds the State Fair itself. The Aksarben Stock Show on Thursday through Sunday brings youth from 14 states to Grand Island to exhibit beef, swine, sheep, goats and broilers. “The State […]
A grateful reflection on 2025
Letter from Jaime Parr, Executive Director Pictured above: Jaime Parr, Executive Director of the Nebraska State Fair. Parr has been employed by the Nebraska State Fair since 1998. As the dust settles on another Nebraska State Fair, my heart is full of gratitude. Once again, Grand Island and its surrounding communities opened their arms to […]
2025 Brought Strong Attendance
The numbers are in! The Nebraska State Fair wrapped up its 2025 run with a total attendance of 334,383, marking an increase of 6% year over year. Opening weekend was bolstered by phenomenal weather, with Saturday and Sunday providing some of the best conditions the Fair has seen in recent years. The second weekend experienced […]
Bobbie’s Bargain Book
Packed with Over $1,500 in Fair Savings Fairgoers can stretch their dollars even further this year with the return of Bobbie’s Bargain Book, now on sale for just $5 through the end of the day on Wednesday, August 21. The books can be purchased online at statefair.org or in person at the Nebraska Building Box […]
2025 Admission + Hours
Fair Hours: General Fair Hours: 7 am – 11 pm (closes at 7pm on Sept. 1) Pinnacle Bank Expo Center: 9am- 8pm (closes at 7pm on Sept. 1) Nebraska Building: 9am – 8pm (closes at 7pm on Sept. 1) 4-H/FFA Building: 9am-8pm (closes at 5pm on Sept. 1) Bosselman Conference Center: 9am-8pm (closes at 5pm on Sept. 1) Wade Shows […]
Ultimate Fair Fan Giveaway Winner Announced
York Woman Recipient of First Ever Ultimate Fair Fan Giveaway Published by Grand Island Independent Aug. 6, 2025: When Elizabeth Sochacki of York received the email saying she’d won the Ultimate Fair Fan Experience Giveaway, she literally didn’t believe it. “There’s no way this is real,” she said, recalling her initial reaction. “I was very […]
Six String Soldiers Performing at 2025 Fair
Pictured above: United States Army Soldiers comprising the Six String Soldiers band. The group of 6 active-duty officers bring their patriotic talents with them to performances all across the country. They will be performing for Veterans Day at the Fair on September 1, 2025. Army String Band to Perform at Nebraska State Fair The Nebraska […]
2025 Season Pass Sale!
11 Days of Fair Fun – Only $70! The Nebraska State Fair’s best value yet – $70 for all 11 days. At $6.36 per day, it’s a steal for anyone attending the fair over and over again. The Season Pass is valid for one person and can be scanned once per day. It includes 11 […]
