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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Thursday, July 23rd
Medallion Hunt
Let the hunt begin! Hosted by Meadowlark Lane, this year’s Medallion Hunt kicks off Monday with the first clue available at Meadowlark. A new clue will be released each day until the medallion is found. Be the first to discover it and win $200 cash! Happy hunting!
FREE Swim
Start the weekend off right (and cool!). Head down to the Village of Wauneta Swimming Pool for free swim from 1 PM - 5 PM. Sponsored by Beauty Bar.
WVFD Softball
First pitch is at 7 PM, bring your glove! Contact Jess Vapenik (308-883-0100) with questions. Pickup game will follow to main game.
Wa-Pa Volleyball Team Walking Tacos Fundraiser
Your Wauneta-Palisade Volleyball team will be serving Walking Tacos at the Wauneta Baseball Field from 6 PM - 8 PM.
FREE Night Swim
Cool off with Night Swim at the Wauneta Pool! Bring your friends and family for an evening of swimming, laughter, and summer fun under the stars. 6 PM - 8 PM sponsored by Dundy County Hospital.
Friday, July 24th
Chalk the Walk
Hosted by Bloom Marketing & Design and Rural Rehabilitation Services, Chalk the Walk invites kids—and kids at heart—to help decorate Main Street for the Harvest Fest Parade! Join us on Friday, July 26th for a fun and creative way to kick off the weekend. Bring your parents, grab some chalk, and let’s make Wauneta colorful together!
Farmer's Market
Support your local artisans and creators at the Wauneta Farmers Market from
9 AM - 12 PM at the Harchelroad Awning. Find local baked goods, jellies, crafts, handmade products, plants, and more!
Photo Contest Winner Display
See whose photo made our Chamber members smile the most! Swing by the Farmers Market for the Photo Contest Winners Display at 9 AM!
Wauneta EMS Lunch Fundraiser
Support your Wauneta EMS at their lunch fundraiser from 11 AM - 12 PM at the Harchelroads Awning during the Wauneta Farmers Market.
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FREE Swim
Cool off from the summer heat at the Village of Wauneta Swimming Pool from 1 PM - 4 PM. Sponsored by Sandhills State Bank.
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Pool Games and Coin Dive
Following regular swim, showcase your aquatic competitive side! Pool games and coin dive begin at 4:30 PM. Contact Hannah Curl for more information. Sponsored by Sandhills State Bank.
Galen Todd Cornhole Tournament
Grab your partner and toss some bags at the Galen Todd Cornhole Tournament. First round starts at 5:30 PM at the tennis courts. Contact Sara (308-883-1189) or Susan (308-350-0504) to sign up.
HFC Fun Zone
Get ready for some high-flying fun! Join us at Wauneta Park on Friday from 4-8 PM for the HFC Fun Zone, hosted by HFC & Fanning Farm Repair. With inflatables provided by Fun Jumpz, kids of all ages can bounce, slide, and play!
FREE Night Swim
Cool off with Night Swim at the Wauneta Pool! Bring your friends and family for an evening of swimming, laughter, and summer fun under the stars. 6 PM - 8 PM. Sponsored by Sandhills State Bank.
Saturday, July 25th
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Yucca Run
Conquer the hill during the Wauneta Yucca Run. Registration begins at
6:45 AM at the Wauneta-Palisade School Track, or register early by signing up online. The 5K run begins at 7:15 AM. Want something more low-key? Join the FREE 1 Mile Fun Run at 8 AM! Kid run to follow. Contact Ariel Fanning with questions.
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BWTelcom Courtesy Breakfast
Start your day off right with a courtesy breakfast from BW Telcom from 7 AM - 9 AM in the BW Telcom parking lot.
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Cars and Coffee
Grab a hot cup of joe at Meadowlark Lane, enjoy a freshly made cinnamon roll, and check out Wauneta's sweetest rides on Main Street. from 7:30 AM - 9:30 AM. Contact Bill Bischoff at (308)883-0024 for more information.
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Bloody Mary Contest
Start your Saturday off right at the Harvest Fest Bloody Mary Contest! Join us at 9:00 AM in the Fire Hall to see who takes home bragging rights for the best Bloody Mary. Sponsored by Beauty Bar. $10 entry fee.
Face Painting & Balloon Twisting
Join Meadowlark Lane for Face Painting and balloon twisting starting at 9:30 AM! Bring the kids for a fun and colorful experience.
Parade
Celebrate our local community at the Harvest Fest Parade. Find your spot on Main Street for a 10 AM kickoff. Parade float lineup begins at 8:30 at the school parking lot. Contact RanDee Littrel to enter a float.
FFA Duck Race
Pick your duck, cheer it on, and support your Wauneta-Palisade FFA during the Harvest Fest Duck Race! Race begins at 11AM.
Watermelon Eating Contest
Get ready for a sweet competition on Main Street at 11:00 to see who can finish their watermelon the fastest. This family-friendly event is open to all ages and promises plenty of laughs, friendly competition, and summer fun. Sponsored by the Wauneta Chamber.
GTB Quarter Beers
Join us at Good Times Bar on Saturday at 11 AM for one of Harvest Fest’s most iconic traditions—Quarter Beers! All beers are just 25¢, served with a side of good company and great vibes. While you’re there, check out their Harvest Fest Food Specials!
HomeTown Agency Courtesy Lunch
Let HomeTown Agency fill your belly with a courtesy lunch from 11 AM - 12:30 PM in the BW Telcome parking lot.
WVFD Water Fights
Cool off at Water Fights hosted by the Wauneta Volunteer Fire Department. This event kicks off with registration at 11 AM and the fights starting at 12 PM. Gather a team of 4 (ages 15+) and dive into the action. To register, contact Tanner Bardsley (308-883-1463) to sign up.
Live Music by Loaded Dice
Enjoy an afternoon of live music with Loaded Dice, a high-energy Western Nebraska party band bringing the tunes you love and the fun you won't want to miss! Join us Saturday at 2:30 PM on Main Street for great music, dancing, and community fun.
Margarita Contest
Shake up your Harvest Fest afternoon at the Margarita Contest! Head to the Fire Hall at 3 PM to enjoy some friendly competition and discover who mixes the crowd's favorite margarita. Sponsored by Beauty Bar. $10 entry fee.
FREE Swim
Take a dip at the Village of Wauneta Swimming Pool from 1 PM - 5 PM. Sponsored by BWTelcom.
Cody Fanning Horseshoe Tournament
Throw some ringers at the Cody Fanning Memorial Horseshoe Tournament at 1 PM. Contact Abbie Kerahaw (308-350-0385) to sign up.
HFC Fun Zone
Get ready for some high-flying fun! Join us at Wauneta Park on Saturday from 2–6 PM for the HFC Fun Zone, hosted by HFC & Fanning Farm Repair. With inflatables provided by Fun Jumpz, kids of all ages can bounce, slide, and play!
Sand Volleyball
Bump, set, spike at the Harvest Fest Co-Ed Sand Volleyball Tournament! Games begin at 6 PM at the Wauneta City Park. 8 team limit, 4-6 people per team. Contact Dakota West (308-414-2185) to register your team.
Sunday, July 26th
Cowboy Church Service
Join us Sunday morning at 10 AM under the Harchelroad Awning for a special Cowboy Church Service with Pastor Dave Hogsett. Come as you are for a relaxed, faith-filled gathering that celebrates community, gratitude, and the Western spirit. Bring your own chair if able, all are welcome!
Sunday Dinner
Enjoy chicken and noodles, mashed potatoes, and more at the Wauneta Senior Center from 11 AM - 1 PM. $12 for ten years and older, $7 for children under ten, under 2 eat free.
FREE Swim
Round out the weekend at the Village of Wauneta Swimming Pool. Regular swim from 1 PM - 5 PM. Sponsored by Beau and Mandi Kramer.