Friday, Aug. 13
- Old West Balloon Fest US National Competition, early mornings; for more details, visit theoldwestballoonfest.com
- Old West Balloon Fest Mass Ascension (balloon launches) at Mitchell Airfield, 6:30-8:30 a.m.; gates open to the public at 5:30 a.m.; food and merchandise vendors on site; for more details, visit theoldwestballoonfest.com
- NEXT Young Professionals 10th annual Best of the West Beer & Wine Fest in the 18th Street Plaza in downtown Scottsbluff, 5-8 p.m.; each ticket includes entry for one person and unlimited beverage tastings and a commemorative tasting cup. ID required for entry. No one under 21 will be allowed. $30 in advance and $35 at the gate; beverage tastings are unlimited and each participant will receive a commemorative tasting cup. Food vendors will also be present where water and soft drinks can be purchased in addition to food.
- Platte Valley Pro-Am at the Scotts Bluff Country Club in Scottsbluff
- White River Wacipi at Crawford City Park, Aug. 13-14; Visit Northwest Nebraska and take in the White River Wacipi, moved to dates in August this year. This Inter-tribal Gathering includes a dance exhibition and contest, exhibits, demonstrations, arts, crafts, games, storytellers and vendors. Camping is available.
- “Charming the Hearts of Men,” 7:30 p.m. at The Midwest Theater in downtown Scottsbluff, for more information, go to midwesttheater.com.
Saturday, Aug. 14
- Scottsbluff Summer Farmer’s Market, 8-11 a.m., Downtown Scottsbluff 18th Street Plaza (Event is held every Saturday through September)
- Old West Balloon Fest US National Competition, early mornings; for more details, visit theoldwestballoonfest.com
- Old West Balloon Fest Mass Ascension (balloon launches) at Mitchell Airfield, 6:30-8:30 a.m.; gates open to the public at 5:30 a.m.; food and merchandise vendors on site; for more details, visit theoldwestballoonfest.com
- Old West Balloon Fest Craft Fair in downtown Mitchell, 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.; for more details, visit theoldwestballoonfest.com
- Old West Balloon Fest Closing Night Glow on grasslands at Five Rocks in Gering, 7-10 p.m.; food vendors, hot air balloon merchandise vendors, music, and announcements on stage; for more details, visit theoldwestballoonfest.com
- Platte Valley Pro-Am at the Scotts Bluff Country Club in Scottsbluff
- North Platte NRD Water Expo at North Platte NRD Office, 100547 Airport Road in Scottsbluff, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- White River Wacipi at Crawford City Park, Aug. 13-14; Visit Northwest Nebraska and take in the White River Wacipi, moved to dates in August this year. This Inter-tribal Gathering includes a dance exhibition and contest, exhibits, demonstrations, arts, crafts, games, storytellers and vendors. Camping is available.
- Twisted Crawdad Trails Race Series at Cliffs Recreational Area; The Twisted Crawdad Trail Races has moved to August and includes both mountain bike races and trail runs. The Twisted Crawdad Trail Races boast challenging courses and multiple creek crossings. Events begin and end at the Cliffs Recreational Area trail head in the Pine Ridge National Forest and span multiple trails throughout the area. Be sure to stick around after to grab a hamburger and enjoy live music.
- Monument Muscle Car Expo at the new Aulick Industries truck shop in Scottsbluff, 10 a.m., free to the public; Featuring muscle cars, sports cars, classics, lowriders, trucks, off road vehicles, motorcycles, special interest, rat rods and more!
- Intro to AR-15 shooting class by DefComp of Scottsbluff; register at defcompUSA.com
- “Charming the Hearts of Men,” 7:30 p.m. at The Midwest Theater in downtown Scottsbluff, for more information, go to midwesttheater.com.
- Morrill Farmers Market, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Sunday, Aug. 15
- Platte Valley Pro-Am at the Scotts Bluff Country Club in Scottsbluff
- “Charming the Hearts of Men,” 1:30 p.m. at The Midwest Theater in downtown Scottsbluff, for more information, go to midwesttheater.com.
- Music Jamboree at Crawford Eagles Club, 1:30-4:30 p.m.
- Crawford Farmers Market at Crawford City Park
Monday, Aug. 16
- High Plains Riot at Scotts Bluff County Fairgrounds in Mitchell; event continues through Aug. 22; for more details, check out High Plains Riot’s Facebook page
- Crawford Farmers Market at Crawford City Park
Tuesday, Aug. 17
- Riverside Discovery Center Day Camp, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., for ages 6-12; You can sign up in advance or the day of the camp; cost is $30 for members and $40 for non-members. Camps include hands-on activities (STEM and STEAM based), crafts, animal visits, and much more.
- High Plains Riot at Scotts Bluff County Fairgrounds in Mitchell; event continues through Aug. 22; for more details, check out High Plains Riot’s Facebook page
- A Girl & A Gun WyoBraska-Girls Night Out shooting class by DefComp of Scottsbluff; register at defcompUSA.com
Wednesday, Aug. 18
- High Plains Riot at Scotts Bluff County Fairgrounds in Mitchell; event continues through Aug. 22; for more details, check out High Plains Riot’s Facebook page
Thursday, Aug. 19
- High Plains Riot at Scotts Bluff County Fairgrounds in Mitchell; event continues through Aug. 22; for more details, check out High Plains Riot’s Facebook page
- Chadron Bands on Bordeau, featuring Devon Worely Band, on Bordeaux/2nd Street, 6-9 p.m., also food and beverages
- Third Thursday Street Festival on Main Street in Torrington, 3-5 p.m.; food, games and local vendors; participate in the activities or enjoy shopping downtown after business hours
- Torrington Farmers Market at City Park, 4-7 p.m.
- To add an event to Nspire Today!’s “Fun Things to do in WyoBraska” Calendar, please email information to jeff.fielder@nspiretoday.com.
