🎉 Fairfest Frenzy & Summer Fun: Your Hastings Pulse!
July 18, 2026
Hey Hastings! This week we've got a jam-packed calendar featuring the Adams County Fairfest, stargazing at the museum, and creative camps for the kids. Plus, don't miss the return of Busted! and a chance to win at Cupcake Wars. Let's dive in!
🎪 Fairfest 2026: Concerts & Carnival Fun
Adams County Fairfest 2026
Fri, Jul 17, 10:00 AM - Sun, Jul 19, 10:00 AM · Adams County Fairgrounds
Three days of fair food, rides, and exhibits. Bring the whole family for a classic Nebraska summer experience!
Trace Adkins Concert - Fairfest 2026
Fri, Jul 17, 8:00 PM · Adams County Fairgrounds
Country superstar Trace Adkins takes the stage Friday night. Grab your boots and get ready for a show!
Wyatt Flores Concert - Fairfest 2026
Sat, Jul 18, 8:00 PM · Adams County Fairgrounds
Rising country star Wyatt Flores headlines Saturday night. Don't miss this electrifying performance!
🔭 Explore & Learn at the Hastings Museum
Solar Observing
Sat, Jul 18, 11:00 AM · Hastings Museum
Safe solar viewing with our special telescope. See sunspots and flares up close!
Imagination Station Theater
Mon, Jul 20, 10:00 AM · Hastings Museum
Summer fun program for kids! Registration deadline July 13. Act fast!
Busted!
Tue, Jul 21, 9:00 AM · Hastings Museum
Another Summer Fun program – register by July 14. It's a blast!
Earth Explorers
Wed, Jul 22, 9:00 AM · Hastings Museum
Discover our planet's wonders! Register by July 15 for this hands-on camp.
Trees & Me: Educator Workshop
Thu, Jul 23, 1:30 PM · Hastings Museum
FREE workshop for educators. Learn to incorporate nature into your classroom.
🧵 Creative Camps & Clubs
Fashion 201 (Sew from Scratch) Camp | Ages 11-16
Tue, Jul 21, 9:00 AM - Fri, Jul 24, 4:00 PM · The Bay Skatepark
Teens learn to sew from scratch! Four-day camp at The Bay. Spaces limited – grab a spot!
Middle grade Summer Book Club June
Wed, Jul 22, 3:30 PM · Bryant Books & Music
Join fellow bookworms for lively discussion. New members welcome!
🏁 Community Events & More
2nd Annual Cupcake Wars
Thu, Jul 23, All Day · Hastings Chamber of Commerce
Bakers compete for cupcake supremacy! Taste, vote, and enjoy sweet treats.
MPH Grudge Drags #6
Thu, Jul 23, 6:00 PM · MPH Dragway
Feel the need for speed? Watch drag races or participate. All cars welcome!
Summer Sounds - Outdoor Concert Series
Fri, Jul 24, 6:00 PM · Downtown Hastings
Free outdoor concert! Bring a blanket and enjoy live music under the stars.
Nick Hoff - Stand Up Comedy
Sat, Jul 25, 7:00 PM · The Lark
Laugh out loud with comedian Nick Hoff. A hilarious night out!
Explore Your Environment Educator Workshop
Mon, Jul 27, All Day · Hastings Museum
FREE workshop for educators. Sign up to get hands-on environmental activities.
That's your Hastings Pulse for the week! Got an event we missed? Reply to this email or tag us. Forward to a friend who needs to get out more. See you around town! – The Pulse Team