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Aug.
10
Watch the skies light up at the Old West Balloon Fest at Mitchell Airfield. This premier festival features mass ascensions, dazzling Night Glow shows, vendors and kids' activities. Admission is per carload. Plan your visit early and enjoy, weather permitting. (Aug. 10–16)
Aug.
14
Celebrate Kool-Aid's 90-plus year origin at Kool-Aid Days, held at the Adams County Fairgrounds at Hastings Lake. Enjoy live music, fireworks, Kardboard Boat Races, a drinking contest, a 5K and free Kool-Aid. Don't miss the festive parade on Aug. 15. Full dates: Aug.
Aug.
22
Set sail for the Midwest Pirate Festival at Bellevue Berry Farm, Nebraska's largest pirate celebration. Enjoy five stages, sword fights, fire eating and a $100 treasure hunt. Explore a replica pirate ship, browse 50-plus vendors and visit the Pirate's Pub. Family fun awaits. (Aug. 22–23)
Aug.
28
Celebrate late summer at the Nebraska State Fair in Grand Island. Enjoy livestock competitions, petting zoos and thrilling rides like the Ferris wheel and Zipper. Savor fried foods, catch national and regional music acts and explore a wide variety of vendors. (Aug. 28–Sept. 7)
