Request for Proposal

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NEW! Nebraska State Fair is looking for companies to supply audio and video equipment for the fairgrounds. Proposals may either be for equipment only or include installation services. The proposals close March 31, 2023 Nebraska State Fair is seeking services in the following category for Parking Lot Layout and Attendant services. Proposals close April 1, […]

Fair Board names Parr new executive director

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Jaime Parr is the new executive director of the Nebraska State Fair. The State Fair Board approved Parr’s appointment at its meeting on Friday after naming her interim executive director in October. Parr, who had been serving as deputy executive director, took over from former director Bill Ogg. “We are pleased and proud to have […]

State Fair Attendance up Nearly 8%

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The Nebraska State Fair finished its successful 11-day run in Grand Island on Labor Day Monday with reason to celebrate. The State Fair had a 7.9% increase in attendance, finishing with an estimated 11-day total of 287,367 guests.  Almost perfect weather greeted Fair guests over the 11 days, with only a single significant rain event. Talent […]