Events for September 30-October 6, 2025
Fall Colors, autumn wonders and so much more! Let us help you plan your fall outings.
VISITORS ARE COMING SOON!
October 10-12: Columbus will have visitors in town! We have 90 soccer teams competing at Wilderness Park and Pawnee Park all weekend! Please prepare your staff and put on that welcoming face! Let’s give our visitors a weekend to remember!
Are you musically inclined?
If so, you need to sing your way to Bo’s West on the last Tuesday of the month! It’s MUSIC BINGO night with prizes and entertainment! The fun starts at 7pm so don’t be late!
Tacos, Trivia & Tuesdays?
Today’s the day – Taco’s & Trivia Tuesdays is at Shenanigans starting at 5pm! You will become one smart taco if you attend! Did I mention there are prizes?! I think you know what to do next!
It’s fall carnival time!
Head over to Emerald Nursing and Rehab for their Fall Carnival! It’s free to attend on Thursday, Oct. 2 from 4-7pm! Bounce house, petting zoo, face painting, LIVE music, caramel apples, carnival games and more! Bring the kids and have a FUN time!!
Do you need answers to your diabetic questions??
Here’s your chance to learn all there is to know about diabetes from nutrition to exercise and everything in between at the Hospital’s Diabetes Awareness Day! Sign up for Thursday’s [Oct 2] event (4:30-7pm) now! Did I mention there will be food, fun and PRIZES?! So, what are you waiting for??
Zoo, Pumpkin Patch/Carnival!
Horn T Zoo is open for their Fall Festival this Friday and Saturday! Bring the kids and check out the animals, stroll through the pumpkin patch and enjoy some family time! The animals miss you!
ATTENTION GENTLEMEN!
Did you know every Saturday, you can join a FREE Men’s Workout? Join F3Platte at Memorial Stadium at 7am to get your fit on! To learn more, visit our website or www.F3Platte.com! Everyone welcome!
Vegetables, handmade goods, yes please!
The Farmer’s Market opens at 7:30 am on Saturday morning, so make sure you visit Frankfort Square and support these small businesses. You will find so many unique things while picking up some homegrown vegetables. The season is winding down so you won’t to miss it!
Malt, Hops, Brews…
There are so many craft breweries in rural Nebraska and the Platte County Historical Museum has the downlow! The program is at historic Glurs Tavern but you need to tickets get the full story! Stop by the Museum TODAY and secure your seat. For $20, you also get to enjoy a famous Glurs burger and fries! Seems like a win-win!
It’s the Sheets!
Is it time to refresh your linens? Well, I have a deal for you – the hospital is hosting their annual Sheets & Linen Sale, Oct 6 & 7! Blankets, Quilts, Comforter Sets, Sherpa throws and Bedsheets all for the taking! All proceeds benefit medical equipment and hospital program advances!
Networking and creative learning…
This is going to be so much fun! Artist Yaramis Ramos will be the guest speaker for the monthly networking meeting on Tuesday, October 7th. Join us at the Innovation Center from 5-7pm and learn how Yara’s creativity make her shine!
So, where can you find all the exciting details?
Go to VisitColumbusNE.com and check out our events tab to find all the information about Platte County! What are you waiting for, follow the link!
Looking Ahead…
Trunk or Treat (Goodwill Parking Lot) Oct 10
Shenanigan’s Swap Meet, Flea Market, Garage Sale Oct 11
Humphrey Fire & Rescue Burger Bash, Oct 11
Cooking For A Cause, (Ace Hardware’s Parking Lot) Oct 11,
Husker Tailgate Parties (Husker Game Days) Eagles
Taste of Columbus, Ag Park (Sat, Oct 11)
Throwback Thursday @ The Theatre (DT Columbus), Oct 16
Trunk or Treats, Parkway Plaza, Trackside District, Oct 30
And so much more!!
Get these on your schedule NOW!
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