Swanson Reservoir, NE Events

May

16 - 18

Early Rod Run - Atwood - Every year thousands of people descend on Atwood during the third weekend in May to see the Tri-State areas finest Street Rods and Classic Cars. The w ... Early Rod Run

23 - 25

John Mullen Pro-Am Golf Tournament - McCook - The Pro-Am is a prestigious 3-day tournament where golf professionals come together with amateur teams for a competitive fundraiser. Since its incepti ... John Mullen Pro-Am Golf Tournament

23 - 25

Buffalo Commons Storytelling Festival - McCook - This award winning festival brings together local and national storytellers for a weekend of traditional entertainment. Events will include a bus adve ... Buffalo Commons Storytelling Festival

26	Memorial Day - Hayes Center - Holiday and Alumni activities. ... Memorial Day

July

4	Lake Atwood Day - Atwood - Starting with a fishing derby, the whole day is geared for wonderful family fun, including a combination of music, food, contests, and fireworks. ... Lake Atwood Day

4 - 7

Dundy County Fair - Benkelman

4	Fourth of July - Hayes Center - Fireworks. ... Fourth of July

4	Fourth of July - Atwood - An old fashioned "Fourth of July in the Park" - ends in an array of Fireworks over Lake Atwood. ... Fourth of July

4 - 5

Crazy Days Car Show & Cruise Night - McCook - This is the annual Car Show and Cruise Night in McCook. The Cruise Night is on Friday at 7:00 P.M. with the Car Show the following morning at 9:00 A.M ... Crazy Days Car Show & Cruise Night

6	Lake Atwood Ten-Mile Race - Atwood - The Ten-mile race is the oldest road race in Kansas. Runners come from the tri-state area to compete at 7:00 a.m. CDT. The race is eight laps (plus ... Lake Atwood Ten-Mile Race

14 - 17

Rawlins County Free Fair - Atwood - The 4-H Clubs of Rawlins County get a chance to show their animals and projects. Extension office. ** Demo Derby **. **Mud Bog Races** ... Rawlins County Free Fair

16 - 20

Red Willow County Fair - McCook - Five days of traditional mid-western fun with animal exhibits, games, carnival rides, a live concert, a tractor pull and a rodeo. ... Red Willow County Fair

August

10 - 13

Hayes County Fair - Hayes Center - First Week. ... Hayes County Fair

12 - 13

Harvest Festival - Trenton - First Weekend in August - Horseshoes, car show, free BBQ, dance, craft fair, ice cream social, team penning, and more. Parade 11am. ... Harvest Festival

September

23	Ward Bond Wagontrain Festival - Benkelman - Watch Ward Bond movies at the Zorn Theater from 2-5pm, take an old-fashioned wagon ride to the cookout and enjoy entertainment around the campfire. ... Ward Bond Wagontrain Festival

23	Classic Iron & Auto Show - Benkelman - 9am-3pm. ... Classic Iron & Auto Show

4 - 6

Grand Duke Alexis Rendezvous - Hayes Center - Son of Russian Czar, Alexander II, the Grand Duke Alexis visited Nebraska in 1872 for a buffalo hunt led by Buffalo Bill Cody, General George Custer, ... Grand Duke Alexis Rendezvous

11 - 13

Annual Great U.S. Highway 36 Treasure Hunt - Atwood - Join us for mile after mile of garage sales and yard sales all along the 400 miles of U.S. 36 Highway in Kansas. From Elwood to St Francis overlooking ... Annual Great U.S. Highway 36 Treasure Hunt

17 - 21

Heritage Days Celebration - McCook - Last Weekend in September - Our largest annual celebration features park activities for the whole family, live entertainment and the Heritage Days Par ... Heritage Days Celebration

20	Smokin' on the Beaver BBQ Contest - Atwood - Always the last full weekend in September! You may wonder, what exactly is this Smokin' on the Beaver thing? Well, we are a BBQ Competition and so muc ... Smokin' on the Beaver BBQ Contest

20	Smokin' on the Beaver Antique Show - Atwood - Always the last full weekend in September! You may wonder, what exactly is this Smokin' on the Beaver thing? Well, we are a BBQ Competition and so muc ... Smokin' on the Beaver Antique Show

October

12 - 14

High Plains Food Coop Farm Tours - Atwood - Take a tour around some of the farms in the nearby countryside. See how local farmers and ranchers produce beef, grain, pork, fresh fruits and vegeta ... High Plains Food Coop Farm Tours

20	Lion's Fall Drag Races - Atwood - Drag Races. Swap Meet. ... Lion's Fall Drag Races

11 - 12

McCook Junktoberfest - McCook - Junktoberfest is an annual vintage and artisan market held the 3rd weekend of October. Over 60 vendors from multiple states will bring to you the fun ... McCook Junktoberfest

November

10	Annual Flea Market - Hayes Center - First Friday. ... Annual Flea Market

December

29	"All I Want for Christmas" Holiday Shopping Extravaganza - McCook - 2 Buildings FULL!!! All your holiday shopping needs!! Tons of Yummy FOOD!! Register for prizes! plus SO MUCH MORE!!! 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. ... "All I Want for Christmas" Holiday Shopping Extravaganza