Events in Kearney today

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Bring your knitting, crochet, cross-stitch, or other fiber arts project and connect with a welcoming group of makers. These informal sessions offer time to share tips, get help troubleshooting, and learn something new. Stop by for conversation, creativity, and fiber-focused fun. Volunteer coaches will be available to assist with knitting questions. Youth are welcome, and participants age 12 and younger must attend with a participating adult. Registration is not required.

Trivia game night at Buffalo Wild Wings in Kearney, NE features a live in-person host and an interactive format. Each show includes a variety of rounds with picture clues and a music segment. Teams and individual players use their phones to follow a game link, submit answers, and earn points. Questions cover a wide range of topics, from pop culture to history. Participation is free, and prizes are awarded to high-scoring teams. Expect friendly competition, plenty of laughs, and a lively atmosphere.

At Buffalo County Fairgrounds in Kearney, Nebraska, SoulFest’s fall show brings a full day of wonder, connection, creativity, and mystical vibes. Explore a lively marketplace of vendors and practitioners offering intuitive readings and energy work, crystals and handmade goods, and holistic wellness options. Discover natural foods, teas, remedies, and body products, along with unique art, jewelry, handcrafted treasures, and beautiful henna body art. Insightful coaching and soul-nourishing sessions are also available. New workshops and presentations unfold throughout the day. Expect swag bags available all day, trinket trading at select booths, and a community book and deck swap. Rescue cats will be there to meet and support. Create something special with make-and-take crafts and enjoy fun workshops, interactive activities, and surprises. Exclusive giveaways and vendor specials round out the experience.

This free, family-centered festival in Central Nebraska is open to everyone and features food trucks, live music throughout the day, a unique corn maze, and demonstrations of historic crafts that bring skills from the past to life. Nebraska’s Largest Pumpkin Competition takes place all day as enormous pumpkins are weighed; last year’s winner reached 1,499 pounds and a new champion will be chosen. With kid-focused activities and a warm, wholesome atmosphere, it offers a full day of fall fun for families and friends.

Attendees can watch the Huskers and take part in cornhole, while children 10 and under can bowl at no cost. The day concludes with a concert by AMFM.