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More About Kearney
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In March 2010, the City of Kearney proclaimed Kearney as the Sandhill Crane Capital of the World. For 6 weeks, late February to early April, more than 80% of the world's population of Sandhill Cranes converges on Nebraska's Platte River. The Kearney area offers a wide variety of crane viewing experiences.
Kearney is filled with historical and cultural museums and family-friendly activities. Unique shopping venues are featured in downtown Kearney, "The Bricks" and at the Hilltop Mall. Tempt your pallet with an assortment of restaurants featuring local flare, international, national franchise and good ole Nebraska beef. Local wineries and breweries are a must see when you're looking to kick back and relax.
Entertainment at its finest can be found in Central Nebraska. The Viaero Event Center hosts numerous concerts, events and performances all year round and is home to the Tri-City Storm,
a USHL Hockey Team. The Merryman Performing Arts Center and
the Kearney Community Theatre offer theatrical and musical
entertainment. If you're not the theatre type, then check out the events calendar for all the different types of happenings in the area.
You will find not only historic trails, such as the Oregon, California
and Mormon Trails converge through Central Nebraska but the City of Kearney features over 18 miles of trails, a perfect combination for walking, rollerblading, mountain biking or wildlife viewing. Experience over a dozen parks which include disc golf, water parks, and sport complexes and golf courses.
Kearney, on average hosts a convention or an event per day and is the
number one convention location outside Lincoln and Omaha. If
you're interested in hosting an event or conference in Kearney then submit your RFP today and one of our sales team will be in touch.
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