Cheyenne County Fair and Rodeo

This celebration lasts for one entire week in July. Activities include nightly attractions, a PRCA rodeo, music concerts, rubber check race, tractor/truck pull and a demolition derby. Week-long attractions include 4-H events, and food vendors. July 20-27, 2024

Oktoberfest

Occurs during the first full weekend in October. Festivities include live entertainment, food vendors, cold beer, a parade and more. October 4-6, 2024

Sidney Gold Rush Days

Held during the second weekend in June, this celebration includes musical performances, storytelling, cookouts and historical displays. June 7-9, 2024

Potter Car Bowl

Occurring the last Saturday in June, enjoy a car show, duckpin bowling, food, craft show, pinewood derby, live music, auctions, raffles, rodeo events and fireworks.

June 29, 2024

High Plains Arts Council

The High Plains Arts Council’s mission statement is “to provide the widest variety of cultural activities by developing, promoting, and supporting the visual, performing, and creative arts for all people within the Highby Plains and surrounding areas” – they work hard to find a well-rounded set of performances for each season.

Visit their website below to learn more about their organization and to buy tickets for the upcoming events.

All is Bright Christmas Tour

Indoor Christmas Lighting Display at Pavilion Building at the Cheyenne County Fairgrounds 

Join us for a magical experience at our Indoor Christmas Lighting Display – ALL IS BRIGHT CHRISTMAS TOUR! 

Come and immerse yourself in the festive spirit as you walk through the reindeer stables, experience the magic of the enchanted forest of lights, witness the nativity scene, and visit Santa’s workshop 

Bring your kids along as each night, we will have free activities to keep them entertained and capture memorable moments at our Christmas photo booth! 

Don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity to kickstart the holiday season with endless joy and cheer! This event is completely free, so gather your loved ones and join us for an unforgettable experience. Spread the word and invite your friends and family!

We can’t wait to see you there!

Other Events

Sidney – 

987 The Big Boy Cruisin’ Night1st Friday in June

Farmers Market Every Saturday morning, downtown, July through September

High Plains Art Council

Downtown Sounds Free concert 6:30 PM, June-August, Downtown in Hickory Square

Fort Sidney Holiday & Lamp Light Tours – check their Facebook page for more information

Dalton – 

 Dalton Fall Festival – September 23-24, 2023

Stop By & Stay A While

If you visit Cheyenne County, we think you’ll be pleasantly surprised by tons of big-city options in a welcoming small-town environment. From dining to burgers and shakes, from cozy motels to upscale hotels with swimming pools, from mom-and-pop antique stores to nation-wide retailers, we have all of the conveniences your family is looking for. Not only that, we have museums, inviting parks and seasonal events that your whole family can enjoy.

Go Ahead – Turn off at Exit 59 and see what it is like to stop and experience Cheyenne County