UPCOMING EVENTS
If you have an event happening in Downtown Kearney, submit it here for our calendar:
October 2020
Trick-or-Treat on the Bricks
Bring your little ones in their costumes to trick-or-treat at participating businesses on the Bricks in Downtown Kearney on Thursday, October 29th from 4-6 PM! We're excited about this event, but, due to COVID-19, masks and social distancing are recommended and please stay home if you are not feeling well or have been exposed to someone with the disease or has symptoms of it.
Find out more »April 2022
Downtown Spring Open House
Come join us in Downtown Kearney on April 1st and 2nd for the 2022 Spring Open House! Participating businesses will be offering their own discounts and specials, along with additional coupons in hidden eggs throughout their stores! Also, with every qualifying purchase you will earn one entry into a raffle for a gift basket full of products and gift cards from participating stores! Below is a list of the participating businesses for the 2022 Spring Open House: Suite Child Fanci…
Find out more »Highway Creepers Rock N Rods Car Show 2022
The Highway Creepers Car Club is hosting Rock N Rods car show on April 23rd, 2022.
Find out more »May 2022
Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics
Law Enforcement run with Special Olympians. Run from 16th Street/ Central Avenue to Law Enforcement Center parking lot via 22nd Street.
Find out more »June 2022
Taste of Downtown Kearney On The Bricks
THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT!!! A day of sampling food and drinks in downtown Kearney on the Bricks. Taste of Downtown Kearney On The Bricks is a ticketed food and drink passport event for people 21+. Participants will have 12 hours to make their way to each participating business and sample what they have to offer. Make it to as many participating businesses as possible for a chance to win a prize! Come experience Downtown Kearney's restaurants and bars! Taste…
Find out more »July 2022
Cruise Nite 2022
Cruise Nite, the popular six-day automobile festival will return this summer! July 12-17, 2022. Every year in July, the CNAC encourages anyone who wants to relive the memories of the "Good Ole Days" along with the love of the classic cars to come and enjoy the fun. The event "Cruise Nite" has grown from a weekend to a week-long event. Here is the full schedule of events for this year's Cruise Nite week: Tuesday, July 12th – Show & Shine @…
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Summer Side Walk Sales 2022
Hit the Bricks for some sweet Summer savings during Downtown Kearney's annual Summer Sidewalk Sales on Thursday, July 28th through Saturday, July 30th. Participating businesses include but aren't limited to: ABC Drug & Gift The All In Boutique Bow & Arrow Boutique Buffalo Records Central Mercantile The Denim Bar Divas Floral Fanci That Gary Michael's Clothiers Hello Beautiful Bridal Home Within Kate's Boutique & Botanicals Olde Towne Alchemy Paint Paradise Rustic Patch Simply Blessed Suite Child Syndicate Games The Urban…
Find out more »August 2022
Destination Downtown
Destination Downtown is one of the most popular events of Blue Gold Welcome week. It is an opportunity for first-year students, the campus community, and the Kearney community to connect. First Year can see what the Kearney community has to offer. Free concert, food, games and much more. Stop on down to the Historic Downtown Kearney area or otherwise known as "The Bricks." You will have an awesome time.
Find out more »September 2022
UNK Band Day Parade 2022
A longstanding UNK tradition, Band Day is a celebration of music that showcases programs from across Nebraska and serves as preparation for Harvest of Harmony Parade and Field Competition in Grand Island.
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BBQ On The Bricks
BBQ On The Bricks is back again! September 24th in Downtown Kearney on The Bricks.
Find out more »October 2022
Chili Crawl on the Bricks
The 2nd annual Chili Crawl on the Bricks will be held Saturday, October 8th from 3pm-7pm in Downtown Kearney. This year's event will feature 12 Bars, each of which will be cooking up some delicious Chili for you to sample! At the end of your Chili Crawl you will be asked to rank your favorite 3 Chili's and a "Chili Crawl Champion" will be awarded! Tickets are $15 per person for the event and include a free sample of Chili…
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Costume Crawl on the Bricks
Spooky season is right around the corner! There is no better way to celebrate the season than at the Costume Crawl on the Bricks! The Costume Crawl is a bar crawl and costume contest on Saturday, October 22nd in Downtown Kearney on the Bricks. Check-in for this event is at NEST:Space, located at 2224 Central Ave. from 5pm-7pm. At check-in, dressed up patrons will present their ticket and show identification and receive a passport, map, and a koozie to visit…
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UNK Homecoming Window Painting Downtown
Downtown merchants: Show your Loper pride by teaming up with the UNK Homecoming Committee in decorating windows downtown in preparation for the UNK Homecoming Parade.
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Trick-or-Treating on The Bricks
Hit The Bricks with the family! Bring your kids dressed in their costumes to Downtown Kearney for a treat from participating Downtown businesses.
Find out more »2022 UNK Homecoming Parade
2022 UNK Homecoming Parade, featuring bands, student floats, and community entries.
Find out more »November 2022
Holiday Open House on The Bricks
Shop small and local this holiday season! Get into the holiday spirit and join us on the Bricks to get a head start on shopping during Downtown Kearney’s annual Holiday Open House. See what’s new and take advantage of specials. Grab a coffee and a bite to eat too. It’s sure to be a great weekend on the Bricks! Participating businesses include but are not limited to: ABC Drug & Gift The All In Boutique Atelier Hair Co.- Sunday- 25%…
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Small Business Saturday on The Bricks
Hit The Bricks to shop small for Small Business Saturday on Saturday, November 26th. Let's show our local small businesses some love by shopping small this holiday season. Shop local. Shop small. Shop The Bricks! Be one of the first shoppers at participating businesses and get a reusable shopping bag to gather good finds.
Find out more »December 2022
Christmas Walk on The Bricks
Experience Downtown Kearney's annual Christmas Walk on The Bricks on Thursday, December 1st from 4pm-8pm. Come see Santa's Cottage, a live stable, horse drawn-hayrack rides, vintage red pickup truck, human snow globe, holiday performances, shopping, refreshments, and more!
Find out more »March 2023
Downtown Spring Open House
Downtown Spring Open House. Retail event in the historic downtown district. Hit the bricks March 31st & April 1st.
Find out more »June 2023
Taste of Downtown Kearney, on The Bricks
Hit the bricks for a day of food and drink sampling in Kearney's historic downtown district. We'll see you on Saturday, June 17th!
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Kearney's 150th Birthday Party On The Bricks!
Join us in celebrating Kearney's 150th birthday party on The Bricks! Historic games, activities, live music, and more! June 24th in Downtown Kearney.
Find out more »July 2023
Summer Sidewalk Sales
Hit the Bricks for some sweet summer savings during Downtown Kearney's annual Summer Sidewalk Sales- July 20th-22nd.
Find out more »October 2023
Costume Crawl
Dress up in your best Halloween costume and hit the bricks for a fun-filled evening of spooky drinks, specials, and more!
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Trick-or-Treating on the Bricks
Hit the Bricks with the family! Bring your kids dressed up in their costumes to Downtown Kearney for a treat from participating retailers.
Find out more »November 2023
Holiday Open House
Shop small and local this holiday season! See what's new and take advantage of holiday specials. Grab a coffee and a bite to eat, too!
Find out more »Small Business Saturday on the Bricks
Hit the Bricks to shop small this holiday season! Let's show our local small businesses some love by shopping local this holiday season.
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