Destinations
Events in Morrill County
Morrill County is packed with exciting events all summer long!
CAMP CLARKE SPRING & FALL RENDEZVOUSES
SPRING: May 22-24, 2026
FALL: September 5-7, 2026
Enjoy the sport of traditional muzzle loader shooting, mountain man runs, breakfast cook offs and hawk & knife throwing. Step back into the time of the early 1800's as people wear authentic clothing, camp in teepees and cook over the fire. See what the Mountain Man saw as he trapped and traded throughout the Western United States. Authentic, 1800's era, vendors are welcome and the event is FREE!
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CAMP CLARKE DAYS
May 26 - May 31, 2026
Camp Clarke Days is an annual tradition in Bridgeport, NE. This year we are celebrating the 150th anniversary of Camp Clarke! The celebration includes a week full of activities for families to enjoy, including entertainment, fishing contests, a parade, horse shoe tournament, a Camp Clarke play, and much more.
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BRIDGEPORT CITY SOUNDS
June 13, July 18, and August 8, 2026
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of live music, local flavor, and community vibes at Bridgeport City Sounds on Saturday evenings from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM at East City Park in Bridgeport.
Enjoy a special live performance featuring talented local and regional bands, with new artists appearing each month. Bring your friends and family for a relaxing summer night filled with great music, food vendors, market vendors, and fun kids activities.
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https://www.facebook.com/BridgeportCitySounds/
BROADWATER DAYS
June 27, 2026
Broadwater Nebraska's Annual Community Celebration! Originally started as a Broadwater School Alumni event, it has grown to incorporate fun for the whole community and surrounding area. The Farmhouse B&B hosts a biscuits and gravy breakfast prior to the parade, Crafts, Vendors, Turtle and Toad Races, Chicken Bingo, Starr Street Diner Karaoke and Fireworks!
For additional information visit:
https://www.facebook.com/BroadwaterBuzz/
CHIMNEY ROCK PIONEER DAYS
September 2026
Pioneer Days features BBQ kick off night with live music, free pancake feed, 5K run, parade, softball, volleyball and horseshoe tournaments, trap shoot, adult and teen dances, food vendors and inflatables galore for the kids! Held at Library Park, Bayard, NE.
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Check out these other great events in Morrill County!
CAMP CLARKE STAMPEDE RODEO
July 3 - July 4, 2026
Join us as we celebrate America's 250th birthday at one of the oldest rodeos in Nebraska. All events and fireworks nightly. Located at the Morrill County Fairgrounds, 1 mi south on Highway 88.
MORRILL COUNTY FAIR
July 18-25, 2026
Come celebrate with us by attending our fun-filled events daily and nightly! There are something for everyone. All events are open to all ages as participants or spectators.
GREEK FESTIVAL
August 15, 2026 1:30 pm - 7:30 pm
The festival is not only our annual fundraiser but is done in celebration of our Church's name day, which is August 15th. This year our festival happens to fall on this special occasion.
Authentic Greek foods, dancing and music and other activities. Located at the Prairie Winds Community Center in Bridgeport, NE.
