🎉 Fairfest, drags & book club: Your Hastings week ahead!
July 13, 2026
Hey Hastings — another week, another lineup of can't-miss events. This one's stacked with Fairfest concerts, creative camps for the kids, and some seriously cool community gatherings. Here's your pulse for the week.
🎪 Adams County Fairfest 2026
Adams County Fairfest 2026
Wed, Jul 15, 10:00 AM · Adams County Fairgrounds
The county fair is back! Carnival rides, fair food, livestock shows, and free entertainment all week long. Kick off summer with a bang.
Hairball Concert - Fairfest 2026
Thu, Jul 16, 8:00 PM · Adams County Fairgrounds
Rock out with Hairball, the ultimate '80s arena rock tribute band. Get ready for hair, hits, and high-energy fun.
Trace Adkins Concert - Fairfest 2026
Fri, Jul 17, 8:00 PM · Adams County Fairgrounds
Country superstar Trace Adkins takes the stage for a night of deep-voiced storytelling and chart-toppers. Don't miss it!
Wyatt Flores | Fairfest 2026 Concert
Sat, Jul 18, 12:00 AM · Adams County Fairgrounds
Rising star Wyatt Flores brings his blend of country and folk to the fairgrounds. A perfect closing act for Fairfest weekend.
🏁 Weekend Thrills
Grudge Drags #5
Fri, Jul 10, 6:00 PM · Nebraska Drag Strip
Feel the need for speed? Head to the drag strip for Grudge Drags #5 — street-legal grudge racing at its finest. Bring your ride or just come to watch.
Ignite Karting Nebraska: Race #4
Sun, Jul 12, 11:30 AM · Ignite Karting Nebraska
Race #4 of the karting series is here! Whether you're a driver or a fan, the action on the track is pure adrenaline.
📚 For the Young & Creative
Middle grade Summer Book Club June
Fri, Jul 10, 3:30 PM · Hastings Public Library
Got a tween who loves to read? This book club is the perfect way to make new friends and dive into great stories. This month's pick is a fun one!
Fashion 101 (Up-Cycling) Camp | Ages 8-14 | July 14-17 | 9 AM-4 PM
Tue, Jul 14, 9:00 AM · Hastings Community Center
Kids ages 8-14 can learn to up-cycle old clothes into new fashions. Creative, eco-friendly, and hands-on fun — sign up now!
GRLZ Skate Camp | Ages 8-14 | July 14-17 | 9 AM - 12 PM
Tue, Jul 14, 9:00 AM · Hastings Skate Park
Girls (and non-binary skaters) ages 8-14 — this camp is for you! Learn skateboarding basics in a supportive, all-levels environment.
🌙 Saturday Special
Sensory Night
Sat, Jul 11, 5:00 PM · Hastings Museum
A calm, sensory-friendly evening at the Hastings Museum. Perfect for families with children who have sensory sensitivities — explore exhibits with fewer crowds and lower lights.
That's your week, Hastings! Whether you're catching a concert, racing karts, or crafting with the kids, we've got you covered. Forward this to a friend who needs to get out more. See you around town! — Pulse Team