May 2026
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Western Nebraska Pioneers Front Range League
The very best in summer collegiate baseball returns to Western Nebraska in 2026 as the Western Nebraska Pioneers begin play in Gering on May 26 at Oregon Trail Park Stadium with Opening Night, presented by Platte Valley Companies.
Entering their ninth season of play, the Pioneers have earned two Championships and six playoff berths and continue to strive for excellence both on and off the field. The Pioneers are dedicated to our community and are committed to operate professionally, with integrity and with the promise to keep the fan and player experience at the forefront of what they do. Players from all over the world converge on Gering to play in one of the best atmospheres in all of summer collegiate baseball.
With great game day staff, interns and full-time employees, the Pioneers work every day to give Western Nebraska and Eastern Wyoming the most affordable, entertaining night out a family can enjoy, all summer long. Food, drinks, music, games and contests, continual entertainment – the Pioneers offer the full-blown minor league baseball experience. The Pioneers have averaged more than 1,100 fans per game over eight years of play.
The Pioneers are members of the Front Range League (https://www.frontrangeleague.com) with teams in Colorado, Nebraska and Kansas. Opening Night is May 26 as the Pioneers host the Nebraska Outlaws at Oregon Trail Park Stadium in Gering for the first game of a 44-game schedule. The season wraps up the first weekend of August with a best-of-three Championship Series, presented by Arrowhead Distributing of Gering.
Full schedule and ticket information can be found at https://www.wnpioneers.com. We hope to see you at the ballpark this summer!
May 26-August 3, 2026
Nebraska Outlaws Front Range League
A new entry in the summer collegiate baseball landscape comes to Gering in 2026 as the Nebraska Outlaws begin their inaugural season of play on May 27 at Oregon Trail Park Stadium with Opening Night, presented by Platte Valley Companies.
Joining the Western Nebraska Pioneers as a second collegiate summer baseball team in the Panhandle, the Outlaws are dedicated to our community and are committed to operate professionally, with integrity and with the promise to keep the fan and player experience at the forefront of what they do. Players from all over the world converge on Gering to play in one of the best atmospheres in all of summer collegiate baseball.
With great game day staff, interns and full-time employees, the Outlaws promise to bring energy, family fun and great baseball all summer to give Western Nebraska and Eastern Wyoming the most affordable, entertaining night out a family can enjoy. Food, drinks, music, games and contests, continual entertainment – the Outlaws offer the full-blown minor league baseball experience.
The Outlaws are members of the Front Range League (https://www.frontrangeleague.com) with teams in Colorado, Nebraska and Kansas. Opening Night is May 27 as the Outlaws host the Morgan County Wranglers at Oregon Trail Park Stadium in Gering for the first home game of a 44-game schedule. The season wraps up the first weekend of August with a best-of-three Championship Series, presented by Arrowhead Distributing of Gering.
Full schedule and ticket information can be found at https://www.neoutlaws.com. We hope to see you at the ballpark this summer!
May 27-August 3, 2026
Summit to Summit Run Walk Shuttle
308-632-6933
http://www.summittosummit.org/
Summit to Summit is a 7.2-mile Run/Walk/Shuttle that starts on the Summit Christian College (SCC) campus in Gering, Neb., follows a paved pathway west to the Scotts Bluff National Monument Visitor’s Center, ascends the bluff via Summit Road, and then returns via the same route.
The course is beautiful, tough, and well-organized to create a race experience unlike any other!
Date: May, see Website for exact date.
Robidoux Rendezvous
308-672-3346
https://www.robidouxrendezvous.com
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June 14, 2026
Robidoux Rendezvous began in 2016 as a way to showcase the unsung gravel terrain that flows through the Wildcat Hills of Scotts Bluff County. Shortly after the formation of the Western Nebraska Bicycle Club, the crew began work on a local gravel event. The idea to raise awareness of the cycling opportunities in the area was at the forefront and the Robidoux Rendezvous was born in the heart of Oregon Trail Country.
Courses are all designed to showcase the great cycling terrain and undeniable history available at one of the most famous points along the Oregon Trail.
Rock and Roll Father’s Day Classic
http://www.highplainsautoclub.com/
Biggest Car Show in Western Nebraska held annually in conjunction with the city of Gering’s Five Rocks Amphitheater Located ½ mile South of the intersection of Highways 71 & 92 in Gering Nebraska. The weekend begins Friday when car owners will park their rides at the Gering Civic Center parking lot from 4 to 6:30 p.m. The public is invited to view the cars at the center, this event is free to the public, but no strollers or dogs are allowed. The event will host more than 200 cars, a lot of them coming from Wyoming, Colorado, South Dakota and Eastern Nebraska. The car show is free and open to the public at Five Rocks Amphitheater.
- Friday – Entrants BBQ and Cruise for Cash – Ice Cream Social at the Gering Civic Center Parking Lot.
- Saturday – Parade 9:00 Downtown Main Street Gering traveling south heading out to Five Rocks Amphitheater.
- Saturday – Show and Shine 10-4 Five Rocks Amphitheater / Gering – Vendors booths on sight including lunch.
- Saturday Evening – Entrants Awards Banquet / Slide Show – Gering Civic Center.
Date: June 19-21, 2026
Oregon Trail Days
http://www.oregontraildays.com/
Nebraska’s oldest celebration, 2nd Week in July, a four-day event welcomes visitors to experience the history of the Oregon Trail in a truly western event with parades, concerts, street dances, food fairs and art shows. Featured highlights include the Chili Cook-Off, Oregon Trail Art Show and Grand Parade.
Date: July 9-12, 2026
Old West Balloon Fest
Old West Balloon Fest is Nebraska’s premier Hot Air Ballooning Event. We look forward to hosting 50 hot air balloons in 2025. We are celebrating our eleventh year flying in Western Nebraska!
Date: August 9-16, 2026
WNCC hosts the Student Welcome Back Night Glow – Public Welcome 6:00 – 9:00 PM, gates open 5:30 PM Location – Western Nebraska Community College, Scottsbluff, NE
Platte Valley Companies presents Old West Balloon Fest sunrise launches– Festivities begin at 6:15 AM, gates open at 5:30 AM Location – Mitchell Airfield, on South Mitchell Road, Mitchell, NE. NEW special shapes will be revealed this year. NEW food and merchandise vendors on the field each morning. An EVENT pass is required to enter the field.
Craft Fair and Weiner Dog Races– Enjoy browsing over 80 vendors participating in the Old West Balloon Fest Craft Fair from 6:15 AM all day at Mitchell Airfield. Weiner dog races take place at Mitchell Airfield at 11:00 AM
KNEB Night Glow and Drone Show at Mitchell Airfield – Gates open at 5:30 PM. We will have tethered rides, food trucks, a beer garden, music, and over 50 hot air balloons that will glow at dusk. You won’t want to miss the drone show featuring iconic scenes from Western Nebraska. Location – Mitchell Airfield, Mitchell, NE. An EVENT pass is required to enter the field.
Cowboy Worship Service and Balloon Sunrise Launch – Gates open at 5:30 AM. After the balloon launch at 6:15 AM, enjoy Cowboy Worship Service and Music.
See the official website listed below for more details, exact dates, and to purchase your event pass.
For more information on becoming an event sponsor or vendor, Contact Colleen Johnson (308) 225-0128.
Scotts Bluff County Fair
tel:308-623-1828
http://www.scottsbluffcountyfair.net/
Our Mission is to economically develop, maintain and manage the fairground facilities for the benefit of the public which are safe, convenient and provide diverse educational recreational opportunities in an attractive environment. Further, it is our mission and responsibility to produce and manage an annual county fair for the benefit and enjoyment of the citizens and to promote the achievements of young people engaged in 4-H and FFA activities.
Date: July 26-August 1, 2026
Horizon Music Fest
Host a free, world-class Christian Music Festival with artists, speakers, and family-friendly activities that offer Christian fellowship for the entire community.
Date: September 4-7, 2026
Harvest Festival – Legacy of the Plains Museum
(308) 436-1989
http://legacyoftheplains.org
The mornings and the afternoons will be filled with people, horses and tractor pulled equipment demonstrating the hard work involved in the harvest.
Harvest Festival: TBD
Platte Valley Companies Monument Marathon
308-630-6551
racedirector@wncc.edu
https://www.monumentmarathon.com
Monument Marathon: Following the steps of the Pioneers as participants choose from our scenic and certified full or half marathon course, or a 5K course for participants of all ages.
The Monument Marathon is downhill point-to-point course with approximately 20% on dirt roads. The moderately high elevation (3900-4600 feet) may affect some runners not acclimated to elevation as will the unpaved portions of the course. The course begins with a significant downhill grade for nearly five miles and flattens out as the course nears mile 13. After the halfway point, the course rises through Mitchell Pass and around Scotts Bluff National Monument. The remainder of the course is mostly flat with a few rolling hills. The race finishes through town. The course starts at 4,600 feet and finishes at 4.000 feet.
The Monument Marathon is a qualifier for the Boston Marathon.
Date: September 26, 2026
NSAA Girls State Class B Golf Tournament
Monument Shadows Golf Course in Gering
Date: October 12-13, 2026
NSAA Boys Class B Golf State Tournament
May 28-29, 2025 at the Scotts Bluff County Club in Scottsbluff