Oregon Trail Days
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Join the summer fun at Oregon Trail Days in Gering, Nebraska! Events range from our Street Dance, to a Car Show, Chili Cook-Off, Parade, and much more. You will truly enjoy a trip to a simpler time with four days of family friendly events for all! We look forward to seeing you this year! Visit our event calendar for more information regarding all of our events.
Thursday - July 9, 2026
Kickoff Barbecue
Thursday - July 9, 2026
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Gering Plaza
Sponsored by Platte Valley Companies
$7 pulled pork sandwich, chips and drinks
Live Music - Bring your own chair or blanket
Vera Dulaney Memorial Art Show and Sale
Thursday - July 9, 2026
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Gering Civic Center, 1050 M St, Gering, NE 69341, USA
Sponsored by Platte Valley Companies
Come view all of the beautiful art that is available for purchase.
Contact: Kathy Welfl 308-641-3471
Friday - July 10, 2026
Don Childs Memorial 5 Mile Run
Friday - July 10, 2026
6:00 AM - 7:00 AM
1447 10th St, Gering, NE 69341, USA
Registration starts at 6:00am and race begins at 7:00am.
Entry Form: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1oHP_akDhzCYcfqEi2MPNDFASHOuznKt0/view?usp=sharing
9-11 Old Settlers Headquarters Registration
Friday - July 10, 2026
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Gering Civic Center, 1050 M St, Gering, NE 69341, USA
Stop in and register for the Old Settlers Luncheon to be held on Saturday July 11 immediately following the parade. Cost is $10/person.
Vera Dulaney Memorial Art Show
Friday - July 10, 2026
9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Gering Civic Center, 1050 M St, Gering, NE 69341, USA
Sponsored by Platte Valley Companies
Come walk around and view the beautiful art work for sale.
Kiddie Parade
Friday - July 10, 2026
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Legion Park, 1215 N St, Gering, NE 69341, USA
Registration 9:00-9:45am, parade starts at 10:00am
Contact Tina Worthman with questions 307-757-6597
Mud Volleyball - Grade School, Jr High, High School
Friday - July 10, 2026
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
5 Rocks Amphitheater Mud Volleyball Pits
Grade School, Jr High and High School Mud Volleyball tournament
Entry Form: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1O8Cy26AUK_6pfw718p554jKQAIw3UT6d/view?usp=sharing
Kiddie Games in the Park
Friday - July 10, 2026
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Legion Park, 1215 N St, Gering, NE 69341, USA
Kiddie games in the park will start immediately after the parade. If your business is interested in setting up a booth fill out this form: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1WY3tb8U6yYPzwv5C5LBgNu2tMmceZjYZ/view?usp=sharing
Panhandle Quilt Guild Regional Quilt Show
Friday - July 10, 2026
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Gering High School 1800 U Street
Come view the beautiful quilts on display.
Contact: Cindy Scheinost 308-631-1116
Street Vault
Friday - July 10, 2026
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Between Intertech and Fresh Foods Gering
Contact Bill Bauer 308-436-4650
Check in is at noon
Warm up starts at noon
Competition starts at 1:00pm
Form is here:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/16If3CJlo7s0ZLNilPXBfeDx1_SPJ6a1F/view?usp=sharing
22nd Annual Rod and Custom Car Show
Friday - July 10, 2026
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
In front of Scotts Bluff Court House
Contact: Ed Kimes 307-532-8365
ekimes@ewc.wy.edu
Entry Form: https://drive.google.com/file/d/116srATG8Oh5vp4MVijjvJ_RTZyQV79w4/view?usp=drive_link
40th Annual Food Fair
Friday - July 10, 2026
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
10th Street, 10th St, Gering, NE, USA
40th Annual Food Fair
Find entry form here
https://drive.google.com/file/d/16BGhesnrLCsKVmV55f7s-J-Mbw84xbRQ/view?usp=sharing
FREE Community Concert - Gering City Band
Friday - July 10, 2026
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Gering Plaza
Bring your own chair or blanket to enjoy the free concert put on by the Gering City Band!
Safe Ride 308-633-6397
Friday - July 10, 2026 - Saturday - July 11, 2026
10:00 PM - 1:30 AM
FREE service if you need a ride
Call the hotline 308-633-6397
Saturday - July 11, 2026
Chili Cook-Off Registration
Saturday - July 11, 2026
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
5 Rocks Amphitheater
Chili Cook-Off Registration
Contact: Krystal Eich 308-631-1300
Mud Volleyball - Adult Tournament
Saturday - July 11, 2026
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
5 Rocks Amphitheater Mud Volleyball Pits
Adult Mud Volleyball Tournament. Everyone is invited to watch. There will be a food truck and beer garden.
Entry Form Here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1O8Cy26AUK_6pfw718p554jKQAIw3UT6d/view?usp=sharing
Parade Lineup Begins
Saturday - July 11, 2026
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Gering High School, 1500 U St, Gering, NE 69341, USA
Theme: Stars, Stripes and Cornfields
All Floats: Gering High School
Animals: Ace Hardware/Gering Senior Center
Contact: Rebecca Shields 308-641-4018
Pickleball
Saturday - July 11, 2026
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Gering Pickleball Courts
Contact: Rick Winkler 308-631-7318
Registration Form: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1icsOC-wIVU2LaB_ugyuzvqciUjqC_J4I/view?usp=drive_link
Craft Show
Saturday - July 11, 2026
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Legion Park, 1215 N St, Gering, NE 69341, USA
Come check out the biggest craft show in the Panhandle with over 100 craft and food vendors. There is something for everyone!
If you are interested in becoming a vendor you can find the form here:
Craft Vendor: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1r6zSPXHlhRQscjfqR0wSAyDnpUK7jx39/view?usp=drive_link
Food Vendor: Full
Vera Dulaney Memorial Art Show and Sale
Saturday - July 11, 2026
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Gering Civic Center
Come view all of the beautiful art that is for sale.
Contact: Kathy Welfl 308-641-3471
Oregon Trail Days Parade
Saturday - July 11, 2026
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
10th Street Gering NE
Theme: Stars, Stripes and Cornfields
Contact: Rebecca Shields 308-641-4018
38th Annual Chili Cook-Off
Saturday - July 11, 2026
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
5 Rocks Amphitheater
Concessions / Beer Garden open at 12:00pm
Public Chili Tasting at 3:00pm
Contact: Krystal Eich 308-631-1300
Old Settlers Luncheon $10
Saturday - July 11, 2026
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Gering Civic Center, 1050 M St, Gering, NE 69341, USA
Old Settlers and Half Century Settlers are invited to join us in a presentation to honor the Old Settlers of our area. Meal is $10.
Panhandle Quilt Guild Regional Quilt Show
Saturday - July 11, 2026
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Gering High School 1800 U Street
Come look at all of the beautiful quilts.
Contact: Cindy Scheinost 308-631-1116
Horseshoe Tournament
Saturday - July 11, 2026
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Oregon Trail Park
$20 Entry Fee
Contact: Tim Shaske 308-641-3377 evenings and weekends
Hotel California - Eagles Tribute Band
Saturday - July 11, 2026
5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Five Rocks Amphitheater, 2505 D St, Gering, NE 69341, USA
Gates open at 5:00pm
The Greendales play 6:00-7:15pm
Hotel California plays 7:45-9:30pm
No outside food or drink.
Drone show immediately following the concert!
There will be a beer garden and food vendors.
But tickets here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/hotel-california-concert
Safe Ride 308-633-6397
Friday - July 10, 2026 - Saturday - July 11, 2026
10:00 PM - 1:30 AM
FREE service if you need a ride
Call the hotline 308-633-6397
Safe Ride 308-633-6397
Saturday - July 11, 2026 - Sunday - July 12, 2026
10:00 PM - 1:00 AM
Sunday - July 12, 2026
Craft Show
Sunday - July 12, 2026
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Legion Park, 1215 N St, Gering, NE 69341, USA
Panhandle Quilt Guild Regional Quilt Show
Sunday - July 12, 2026
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Gering High School 1800 U Street
Contact: Cindy Scheinost 308-631-1116
Safe Ride 308-633-6397
Saturday - July 11, 2026 - Sunday - July 12, 2026
10:00 PM - 1:00 AM
