The best things to do in Grand Island

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Fonner Park

Entertainment

Even after the spring season, Fonner Park keeps the thrills rolling with simulcast action, live streaming and replays, plus the Finish Line…

700 E Stolley Park Rd

Even after the spring season, Fonner Park keeps the thrills rolling with simulcast action, live streaming and replays, plus the Finish Line Restaurant and Fonner Keno for a little friendly luck. Round up a crew this week and pick a pony.

From the Grand Island newsletter, August 4, 2026

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Grand Theatre

Entertainment

Old-fashioned cinema at a theater showing family-friendly titles on stadium seating (2D and 3D) screens, plus popcorn for sale.

316 W 3rd St

Old-fashioned cinema at a theater showing family-friendly titles on stadium seating (2D and 3D) screens, plus popcorn for sale.

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Liederkranz

Entertainment

Spacious, long-time private club known for German brews, traditional eats and live music, plus a bowling alley.

401 W 1st St

Spacious, long-time private club known for German brews, traditional eats and live music, plus a bowling alley.

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Elks Country Golf

Entertainment

Public golf course featuring a par-3 layout and known for its cheeseburgers and fries.

2635 E 103rd St (Kearney)

Public golf course featuring a par-3 layout and known for its cheeseburgers and fries.

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Walkable 9-hole golf course with a clubhouse serving food and beverages, including beer and burgers.

7335 N Ave (Kearney)

Walkable 9-hole golf course with a clubhouse serving food and beverages, including beer and burgers.

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Relaxed, contemporary multiscreen theater featuring showings of mainstream films.

1593 Conestoga Dr

Relaxed, contemporary multiscreen theater featuring showings of mainstream films.

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