US Open for Badminton
2025-06-24 - 2025-06-29 | Mid-America Center, 1 Arena Way, Council Bluffs, IA, 51501, United States
It’s back! The Omaha Sports Commission and the Council Bluffs CVB are hosting the 2025 US Open for Badminton at the Mid-America Center. Join us in watching these spectacular athletes some of which competed in the 2024 olympic games.

Flyover to Flyover
2025-06-27 - 2025-06-28 | Flyover Brewing Company, 1824 Broadway, Scottsbluff, NE, 69361, United States
Join us for a casual point to point gravel stroll through the rugged High Plains country side from Scottsbluff to Potter, Nebraska! Flyover Brewing Company is hosting the second annual Flyover to Flyover: A Gravel Party on June 28! We’ll start the day at Flyover Brewing Company in downtown Scottsbluff and make our way to Flyover Brewing Company – Hangar 39 in Potter, Nebraska.
We’ll traverse some of the same gravel roads used by Robidoux and the USA Cycling Gravel National Championships and add in some more gravel to make our way to Potter. Along the route, we’ll stop at two strategically placed aid stations with plenty of snacks and hydration to fuel the rest of the ride. We’ll arrive in Potter in the middle of Potter Car-Bowl! We’ll be greeted by live music, food trucks, custom crew socks for each finisher, and a complimentary beer for your efforts! Dude Dad will be hosting a Power Wheels drag race and Nowear BMX will be onsite performing a stunt show!
A shuttle bus and enclosed bike transportation will be waiting to transport us back to the start line in Scottsbluff at 4 pm. Return shuttle limited to 100 riders! Register by May 31 to secure your shuttle seat. Bag drop and transport will be available at the start line, so you can count on a fresh change of clothes when you arrive in Potter.
Find the route here (subject to adjustment): https://ridewithgps.com/routes/48466177
On Friday June 27, a pre-gravel party is being planned at Flyover Brewing Company. Pick up your packets, enjoy a pre-party beverage and design your own number plate.

Athletes Unlimited Softball League
2025-07-11 - 2025-07-13 | Connie Clausen Field, 2860 South 67th St., Omaha, NE, 68106, United States
The Athletes Unlimited Softball League (AUSL) is a professional women’s softball league featuring four teams playing a 24-game season in a traditional format. It creates a new opportunity for the world’s best professional softball players to compete. It is complemented by the AUSL All-Star Cup – a four-week season where 60 athletes compete utilizing Athletes Unlimited’s innovative format.

Cornhusker State Games - Shooting Sports
2025-07-12 - 2025-07-20 | Heartland Public Shooting Park, 6788 W. Husker Hwy, Alda, NE, 68810, United States
Competitors will compete in the following events:
.22 Rifle Prone
.22 Silhouette
Action Pistol
Adult Trap and Skeet
BB Gun and Air Rifle/Pistol
High Power Rifle
Internet Bunker Trap
Muzzleloading
Pistol
Plinking Pistol
Rimfire Challenge
Sporting Clays
Youth Trap

Cornhusker State Games - Adventure Race
2025-07-12 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Hall County Park, 3138 W. Schimmer Drive, Grand Island, NE, 68801, United States
This event consists of trail running/walking, biking, water events (no swimming), canoeing, and navigation. Competitors will not know exactly what they are doing until the race starts….that is part of the adventure!
Long Course–4 hours, Short Course–2 hours, Family Course
Equipment–Bicycle, Helmet, Water Bottle, First Aid Kit, Cell Phone, Waterproof bag, Bicycle Tools

Old West Balloon Fest
2025-08-14 - 2025-08-17 | Old West Baloon Fest launch site, 60653 Mitchell South Rd, Mitchell, NE, United States
Our premiere hot air ballooning event originated in Western Nebraska in the 1980’s and was ‘re-inflated’ in 2015 after many years without an event. This year’s 11th anniversary of the re-inflation will kick off in extra special fashion as we celebrate the 100th anniversary of our local Western Nebraska Community College (WNCC) by lighting up the skies of their campus with an evening balloon glow. Our festival weekend will be filled with an abundance of family friendly events and entertainment for all ages from the spectacular morning mass balloon ascensions, a local craft fair, wiener dog races, evening balloon glows, drone show, and more!
A 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization, our event maintains a community-minded mission well grounded in our Western Nebraska roots.

Gravel Worlds
2025-08-20 - 2025-08-24 | Sandhills Global Event Center, 4100 N 84th St., Lincoln, NE, 68507, United States
Starting in 2010, Gravel Worlds is celebrating their 16th Gravel Worlds in 2025! They’re so proud to stick to their grassroots and keep their race to what really matters: Friends and Family coming together to ride bikes.

AVCA First Serve
2025-08-22 - 2025-08-24 | Pinnacle Bank Arena, 400 Pinnacle Arena Drive, Lincoln, NE, 68508, United States
The 2025 AVCA First Serve will feature a star-studded lineup of 10 Division I women’s volleyball teams, who will play in a series of matches at Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln, Nebraska, on Aug. 22–24, and at the Sanford Pentagon in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, on Aug. 25.
The field for this year’s AVCA First Serve includes five teams that made the final eight in the 2024 NCAA Championship, including three semifinalists and last year’s champion, Penn State. In addition to the Nittany Lions, host Nebraska, Creighton, Florida, Kansas, Minnesota, Pittsburgh, Stanford, Texas A&M, and Vanderbilt will compete.
“The AVCA is very excited to bring such a fantastic group of teams to the Midwest for four days of outstanding volleyball,” says AVCA CEO Dr. Jaime Gordon. “There are so many great storylines, and AVCA First Serve will kick off what will be another great season of women’s college volleyball in style.”
On Friday, Aug. 22, the Huskers will face Pittsburgh, and Stanford will play Florida. Saturday’s matches in Lincoln include Penn State vs. Creighton and Kansas vs. Vanderbilt. Florida, Nebraska, Pittsburgh, and Stanford will be back in action Sunday, with Nebraska facing Stanford and Florida taking on Pittsburgh.
In addition to the marquee teams, the four days of action will include plenty of firsts: the first matches at new schools for coaches Dani Busboom-Kelly of Nebraska, Ryan Theis of Florida, and Matt Ulmer of Kansas. It will be Vanderbilt’s first match as the school relaunches its volleyball program, and the Lincoln matches represent the first time college volleyball will be played at Pinnacle Bank Arena.

NFCA Kaiti Williams Leadoff Classic
2025-09-05 - 2025-09-06 | Papillion Landing Sports Complex, 868 West Lincoln Street, Papillion, NE, 68046, United States
The NFCA Kaiti Williams Leadoff Classic has solidified its reputation as one of the premier high school softball tournaments of the fall season. This prestigious event showcases elite talent, featuring some of the best high school softball teams and players from four different states. Additionally, the tournament boasts an impressive lineup of 15 programs that have captured state championships, making it a true showcase of excellence in high school softball. The 2025 tournament is expecting teams from Nebraska, Colorado, Missouri, and Oklahoma.

21st Annual Take the Lake
2025-10-11 09:30 - 17:00 | Lake Hastings, 1020 S. Shore Drive, Hastings, NE, 68901, United States
The 21st Annual Take the Lake is a PDGA-sanctioned disc golf tournament held in Hastings, Nebraska. Join other players at the beautiful Lake Hastings’ premiere 18 hole course for an exciting day of disc golf competition. This tournament brings together players of all skill levels to enjoy the scenic course, friendly competition, and the camaraderie of the disc golf community. Whether you’re aiming for a personal best or just looking for a fun day outdoors, Lake Hastings provides the perfect backdrop with its open fairways, tree-lined challenges, and lakeside views.(Registration closes October 4 at 8:00pm CDT).

NSAA State Softball Championships
2025-10-15 09:00 - 22:00, 2025-10-16 09:00 - 22:00, 2025-10-17 09:00 - 17:00 | Bill Smith Softball Complex, 4103 Osborne Drive East, Hastings, NE, 68901, United States
Each October, since 2008, Hastings welcomes student-athletes, families, and fans from across Nebraska for the NSAA State Softball Championships. These championships bring together the top high school teams from across the state to compete, showcase athletic talent, sportsmanship, and community spirit. As the host city, we welcome you to experience these tournaments at the amazing Bill Smith Softball Complex, which is recognized as the most elite top-notched softball facility in the Midwest. Come cheer on the teams and watch great softball!!

Platte River Rumble Colligate Meet
2025-10-17 13:00 - 15:00 | Eugene T. Mahoney State Park, 28500 W. Park Hwy, Ashland, NE, 68003, United States
The Platte River Rumble is a series of cross country races held at Eugene T. Mahoney State Park in Ashland, NE. This meet will bring colleges from the region together for a race before their conference meets.

2025 Big East Cross Country Championships
2025-10-31 10:00 - 13:00 | Eugene T. Mahoney State Park, 28500 W. Park Hwy, Ashland, NE, 68003, United States
The Big East Conference will host its Cross Country Championships at Mahoney State Park.

The Summit League Cross Country Championships
2025-11-01 09:00 - 12:00 | Eugene T. Mahoney State Park, 28500 W. Park Hwy, Ashland, NE, 68003, United States
The Summit League Conference will host their Cross Country Championships at Mahoney State Park.
Price: $20 per car

2025 OSC Santa Run Presented by the La Vista City Centre
2025-12-06 11:00 - 12:30 | La Vista City Centre, 8219 City Centre Dr, La Vista, NE, 68128, United States
Join us for the HOLLY JOLLIEST fun run in the La Vista City Centre! Fun for all ages and “running” abilities. Be ready to suit up in your provided holiday gear and conquer the obstacles set by the North Pole elves. Total distance for this fun run is a 2k.
Adults: $25
Children (13&under): $10
The first 200 adults (14+) will receive a Santa Suit. Children (13&under) will receive festive holiday inspired headband. All Holiday attire will be one size fits all.

City of Scottsbluff 2025 Jingle Jog
2025-12-06 12:00 - 13:30 | 18th Street Plaza, 1801 Broadway, Scottsbluff, NE, 69361, United States
Get ready to lace up and jingle all the way at the 2025 Jingle Jog on Saturday, December 6th! This festive 5K fun run kicks off at 11:00 a.m. at the 18th Street Plaza in Downtown Scottsbluff, Nebraska, winding through a cheerful route filled with snack stations serving up tasty holiday treats along the way. Registration is just $25 for adults and $15 for kids, and includes a festive race shirt and your very own jingle bells to make some merry noise as you run. The race finishes right where it began—at the gateway to the Very Merry Market on Broadway, where you’ll find gift vendors, food trucks, and local shops and restaurants ready to keep the holiday fun going. Plus, don’t miss the local showcase of talent at the Historic Midwest Theater, adding even more festive spirit to your day. Be sure to sign up by November 25th to guarantee your race shirt!

Jingle Jog 2025
2025-12-06 12:00 - 13:30 | NE

Nebraska Coaches Association State Cheer and Dance Championships
2026-02-19 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-20 08:00 - 20:30, 2026-02-21 08:00 - 17:00 | NE
Varsity Spirit will assist the Nebraska Coaches Association in the operation of the competition in February at the Heartland Events Center Grand Island Nebraska. Varsity Teams from NSAA member school are eligible to compete and coaches must be a member of Nebraska Coaches Association for their team to participate.
All teams must follow specific rules and guidelines provided in the handbooks.
Classes A–B–C1–C2–D
Cheer Categories:
1. Performance Routine–Non Tumbling and Non Building, Traditional Tumbling and Stunting
2. Game Day
3. Unified Sideline
Dance Categories:
1. Jazz
2. Hip Hop
3. Pom and Hands Free Pom
4. High Kick
Thursday–Classes A and B Cheerleading
Friday–Classes C1 and C2 and D Cheerleading……Classes C2 and D Dance
Saturday–Classes A and B and C1 Dance

NSAA Girls Basketball Championships.
2026-03-04 08:00 - 2026-03-07 22:00 | NE
The Nebraska School Athletes Association will be hosting the NSAA Girls Basketball Championships in Lincoln March 4-7 2026

LOVB Nebraska vs. LOVB Salt Lake City Professional Volleyball Match
2026-03-07 19:00 - 22:00 | Heartland Events Center, 690 E. Stolley Park Road, Grand Island, NE, 68801, United States
LOVB exists because volleyball deserves a professional home that reflects the people who care about it most. It is for the communities that show up season after season because in Nebraska……volleyball isn’t just a sport–it’s part of who we are.
This is the second season and first season with local ownership of Jordan Larsen. These women are the top world class competitors, teammates, leaders, and humans who care deeply about representing Nebraska well.
LOVB is taking their team on the road and is playing a match outside the city of Omaha and Baxter Arena….they are coming to Grand Island!!
We are so excited to showcase this unique opportunity in central Nebraska….let’s pack the place/wear our green in support of “our team” and show them some LOVE!!

NSAA Boys Basketball
2026-03-11 - 2026-03-14 | Bob Devaney Center, 1600 Court St, Lincoln, NE, 68508, United States
The Nebraska School Activities Association will be hosting the NSAA Boys Championships March 11-14 in Lincoln, NE

Omaha Sports Commission Regional Spelling Bee
2026-03-14 09:00 - 12:00 | Strauss Performing Arts Center, 6305 University Drive N, Omaha, NE, 68182, United States
The winner of the 2026 Omaha Sports Commission Spelling Bee will qualify for the Scripps National Spelling Bee taking place on Memorial Day Week in Washington DC!

Harlem Globetrotters Basketball Event
2026-03-18 19:00 - 22:00 | Heartland Events Center, 690 E. Stolley Park Road, Grand Island, NE, 68801, United States
The Harlem Globetrotters are worldwide icons, synonymous with family entertainment and great basketball skills. The Globetrotters represent 100 years of breaking down barriers, acts of goodwill and a commitment to fans that goes beyond the game.
The Globetrotters have entertained more than 148 million fans in 123 countries and territories worldwide, introducing many to the sport of basketball. The team are pioneers in popularizing the slam dunk, the fast break, the forward and point guard positions, and the figure-eight weave.

NE USA State Wrestling
2026-03-21 08:00 - 2026-03-22 20:00 | Heartland Events Center, 690 E. Stolley Park Road, Grand Island, NE, 68801, United States
Nebraska USA Wrestling (Nebraska Kids Wrestling Federation) is a non-profit organization that promotes amateur wrestling to all Nebraska wrestlers from little kids to adults. NEUSAW educates, promotes, and structures wrestling in both collegiate and international styles.
We are dedicated to the improvement of all phases of Nebraska Wrestling. We are an affiliate of the national organization USA Wrestling, the national governing body for international-style amateur wrestling in the the United States.
We are the designated representative for USA Wrestling in the State of Nebraska. It is our responsibility to carry out the guidelines and directives as set forth by USA Wrestling in the administration of this State.
Both athletes and coaches may become members of USA Wrestling, and wrestling clubs may apply for charters from USA Wrestling. We also provide event sanctioning. The benefits of these services include insurance coverage, notifications of state and national news, tournament promotion and greater involvement in regional programs.

C-TOWN CLASH
2026-04-24 - 2026-04-26 | NE
Girls Fast Pitch Softball in the beautiful city of Columbus.

Columbus MARINERS BASEBALL TOURNAMENT
2026-05-02 - 2026-05-03 | NE
Boys baseball hosted in Columbus.
