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Opportunities in your Nebraska state parks
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Celebrate the season at a holiday event
Whether you'd enjoy a lighted hayrack ride, visiting Santa, eating delicious food or making crafts, Nebraska's state parks have opportunities for you and your loved ones to celebrate the holidays. Find events near you on our website.
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Kick off the new year with First Day Hikes
Kick off the New Year in the great outdoors by participating in First Day Hikes at Nebraska’s state parks. Free guided hikes are planned across the state where participants will explore trails, watch wildlife and snap photos. This annual tradition only continues to grow; don't miss it!
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Explore parks off the beaten path
Looking for new adventures in the coming year? Here are six Nebraska state parks that may not be among the best-known, but still offer much to enjoy all year long, whether you're into wildlife watching, scenic views, hiking, hunting and more.
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Additional Opportunities
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 Park permits make a great gift
Give someone in your life a ticket to the outdoors — an annual park permit. Good for all of 2025, these permits give access to over 70 park locations statewide. Buy now for yourself and a friend!
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 Discounted Sip Nebraska tickets
Get 20% off tickets to Sip Nebraska, a wine, craft beer, spirits and cider festival at Mahoney State Park, at the link below. Discounts are good for the first 250 sold or until Dec. 25.
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 Cabin stays a great getaway in winter
Need to get away from it all? Book your cabin escape this winter at a Nebraska state park. Enjoy a 30% discount Sunday to Thursday, October to April, excluding weekends and holidays. Some exclusions may apply; check with the park for further details.
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 Christmas Bird Count at Indian Cave
Join the fun on Dec. 19 as we look for birds and help science at the same time. You'll also learn identification tips and see uncommon species. A free soup lunch is provided afterward.
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 Elvis and a Hawaiian dinner at Mahoney
Elvis is back at Mahoney! This time, we're hosting a Christmas Hawaiian Beach Party. It includes live performances and a Hawaiian dinner buffet featuring Huli Huli roasted whole pig and more.
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 Celebrate Christmas at the Codys'
Get in the spirit of the season at Buffalo Bill Ranch State Historical Park. Tour the decorated mansion and barn and enjoy carolers, horse-drawn rides and cider, cookies and roasted chestnuts.
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Nebraska Game and Parks Commission
2200 North 33rd Street
Lincoln, NE 68503
402-471-0641
www.OutdoorNebraska.gov
Nebraska Game and Parks Commission is responsible for stewardship of the state's fish, wildlife, parklands and outdoor recreation opportunities.
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