Entertainment

You just might stumble on a festival.
Special event celebrations abound through the county and surrounding area. Carnivals, car shows, polkas and popcorn bring Valley County to life throughout the year. You will certainly find an activity that interests you. Visit the online community calendar for details about these and other events.
Work Hard, Play Harder
The Valley County community sure knows how to work hard and play harder. Join the locals for these
annual festivities.
Father’s Day Rod Run
Father’s Day Weekend: Treat Dad to a weekend full of burnouts, car games and a classic car show.
Valley County Fair
August: A classic small-town fair, complete with a parade, 4H exhibits, barbeques and concerts.
North Loup Popcorn Days
August: Find all the popcorn you can eat, carnival rides and live entertainment during Nebraska’s longest continuously running community celebration.
Nebraska’s Junk Jaunt
Last Full Weekend in September: Find all you need in Valley County – from lodging, dining and ATMs – during your Junk Jaunt journey.
Arcadia’s Fall Festival
Labor Day Weekend: Bring the whole family for a demolition derby, ranch rodeo, kids games and an epic parade.
Scratchtoberfest
Second Saturday in September: Celebrate all things craft beer during the annual Scratchtoberfest at Scratchtown Brewing Company
Elyria Pumpkin Festival
1st Sunday in October: Pumpkin painting, kids games and of course there will be pumpkin pie.
WinterFest
Saturday after Thanksgiving: Celebrate the holiday season with a Snowball Drop, parade and plenty of shopping opportunities on Small Business Saturday.