AppleJack Festival 2023

September 15th - 24th, 2023

SEPTEMBER 15, 16, & 17 — THE TRADITIONAL WEEKEND!

…AND SEPTEMBER 23 & 24 — ALL THINGS APPLE!

Apple pie, apple cider, apple cider donuts, candy apples, caramel apples, apple fritters, apple salad…pretty much anything you can imagine made from apples is available at the AppleJack Festival.

Nebraska City’s historic AppleJack Festival annually draws between 60,000 and 80,000 people to Nebraska City to celebrate the apple harvest. We are spreading the celebration out over two weekends during the harvest season, not just on one three-day stretch.

We invite you to come anytime this autumn for our 55th AppleJack Festival! It kicks off Friday, September 15, and lasts until the final apple is eaten.

See below for details on what’s happening in 2023!

AppleJack Festival has been named as one of the Fall Harvest Festivals in America by the USA Today and a top Fall Destination by HGTV!

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SEPTEMBER 15 – 17:
– AppleJack Fun Run — sign up here
– Extreme Bull Riding Tour — find details here
– Parade at 1 p.m. on Saturday — WATCH IT LIVE ON FACEBOOK! — download parade registration form here
– Parade Registration Form for MARCHING BANDS ONLY
– Water Barrel Fights — download registration form here
– Downtown Flea Market — FULL
– Food Trucks for Food Courts — Call NCTC at 402-873-6654 to register
– Craft & Vendor Fair at the Eagles — FULL
– Nebraska City Jaycees Creation & Craft Fair at NC Middle School — FULL
– Makin’ Memories Vendor Fair at Pumpkin Ridge — Call Don at 402-873-9238 to register
– River City Classic Car Club Car Show — click here for flyer

Don’t forget to visit the orchards or any of our Nebraska City Museums!
Make a weekend out of it and book an overnight stay!
Hungry?
Need to do some shopping?

SEPTEMBER 23 & 24:
– This weekend is All About Apples! Visit our amazing orchards!
– Sweet Pickins Vendor Fair at Lourdes — Email Brooke-Chaney@cdolinc.net to register
***NEW THIS YEAR: Apple Jamboree! This kids event includes a petting zoo, rides, games, face painting, a rock snake, and more! (click here for details!)
***NEW THIS YEAR: The Downtown Cider Stroll! Try varieties of hard cider, regular cider, cider slushies, and more… all while strolling in downtown Nebraska City! (click here for details!)
– The Taste of Nebraska City AppleJack Progressive Dinner is back! Saturday, September 23, starting at 6 p.m. our limited-capacity dinner group will travel around downtown Nebraska City for appetizers, a meal, and dessert! (SOLD OUT)
– Sunday, September 24, is the Taste of AppleJack Recipe Contest! The event will be at the Historic Barns at Arbor Day Farm from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Download the Rules sheet/Registration form.

Saturday, September 9, 2023

AppleJack City-Wide Clean Up

Time: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Description: Calling all locals! Let’s get together and cleanup Nebraska City in time for the 2023 AppleJack Festival! Meet at 9 a.m. at Keep Nebraska City Beautiful (209 S. 8th Street) to get supplies, then head out to all community entrances to cleanup the roadways. If you want to clean your neighborhood or park, that’s great, too!
Website: Click here to see the flyer!

Thursday, September 14, 2023

AppleJack & Locals Shopping!

Time: 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Location: CRUSH Boutique, Little Things Boutique
Description: AppleJack specials and snacks for locals before the busy weekend begins!

Friday, September 15, 2023

Chillin' on Central

Time: 6:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Location: Nebraska City Nutrition, 618 Central Avenue
Description: Enjoy healthy apple cider doughnuts, refreshing teas & shakes, vegan and vegetarian options, kids caffeine-free Koolers, and other nutritious treats!
Website: https://www.facebook.com/NebraskaCityNutrition

Breakfast & Bloody Marys

Time: 8 to 11 a.m.
Location: The Keeping Room Cafe, 715 Central Avenue
Description: Enjoy breakfast...with a Bloody Mary and/or other cocktails! Collect a souvenir glass!
Website: https://thekeepingroomnc.com/

Apple Sangria in a Souvenir Glass

Time: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location: The Keeping Room Cafe, 715 Central Avenue
Description: All cocktails, including our famous Apple Sangria, come in a souvenir glass! All lunches include a souvenir cup. We have delicious homemade desserts... apple pie, coconut creme, and more!
Website: https://thekeepingroomnc.com/

FREE

Morton-James Public Library Book Event

Time: 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Location: Morton-James Public Library, 923 1st Corso
Description: Browse our used book area. For a freewill donation, take home all your favorites!
Website: https://morton-jamespubliclibrary.com/

FREE

AppleJack Quilt Pattern, Kits, & More!

Time: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location: Sew Enchanting, 616 1/2 Central Avenue
Description: We're debuting our 2023 AppleJack Quilt Pattern and Kits! Plus, check out our re-imagined kits from previous years, fun jewelry, home decor, and more handcrafted by in-house designers.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/Sew.Enchanting.622

AppleJack at Union Orchard

Time: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location: Union Orchard, 2405 Hwy 75, just north of Nebraska City
Description: Celebrating our harvest of u-pick and prepicked apples! We have bushels of varieties and pecks of activities during AppleJack - don't forget to visit us in downtown Nebraska City at the Central Apple Market (701 Central Avenue)! Breakfast and lunch on the grill at the orchard and boxed lunches available at Central Apple Market downtown. Wine tastings and adult frozen drinks at both locations! Central Apple Market opens at 7 a.m. Friday.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/UnionOrchard

Visit Arbor Day Farm

Time: 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Location: Arbor Day Farm Tree Adventure, 2611 Arbor Avenue
Description: The Tree Adventure is the heart of Arbor Day Farm, with fun and excitement around every bend. Travel the Tree House Trail and explore the forest canopy at Treetop Village®. Hike into the heart of the forest on the 2/3-mile South Table Creek Trail with rustic timber bridges and scenic vistas. Play and learn in our Nature Explore Classroom — an ideal opportunity to connect children to the natural world. U-Pick available - enter through Tree Adventure (admission not required for U-Pick).
Website: Visit our website for details on all activities and price information.

Gress Produce Stand

Time: 9 a.m. to dusk
Location: 1/4 mile north of intersection of Hwy 75 & Bus 75
Description: Fresh produce, squash, pumpkins, pies, apples

House Tour: $5/Adults, $2 under 12

The Glory of Hair

Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location: Wildwood Historic Center, 420 Steinhart Park Road
Description: All things hair! Wildwood will have many hair-related items on display from the Victorian Era. There will be periodic demonstrations of how they made Hair Art - come and see Hair Art on display!
Website: https://www.wildwoodhistoriccenter.org/

AppleJack Food Drive & Giveaway

Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location: Little Things Boutique, 811 Central Avenue
Description: It's our AppleJack Food Drive & Giveaway! Take advantage of our in-store specials when you bring in a food donation! All donations will be given to the Nebraska City Food Pantry.
Website: https://littlethingsboutiques.com/

AppleJack at Kimmel Orchard

Time: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Location: Kimmel Orchard & Vineyard, 5995 G Road
Description: Enjoy wholesome family activities at Kimmel Orchard & Vineyard. The Apple Barn store will be open to shop for your favorite foods and drinks, do wine tastings, and pick up some seasonal favorites -- including apple cider, pies, apple cider donuts, caramel apple cookies, fresh apples, and other fall treats. Make memories at the Pollinator Playground or take some selfies at Kimmel Selfie Stations to share the fun!
Website: Visit our website and follow us on Facebook and Instagram!

UScellular Connection Mode

Time: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Location: UScellular, 1106 Grundman Blvd
Description: In honor of AppleJack's 55th year, UScellular is keeping us connected for less! They are waiving the activation fee at Nebraska City's UScellular location during AppleJack weekend (limit 2)
Website: UScellular Nebraska City

Boutique Blowout!

Time: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location: Boutique in the City, 605 Central Avenue
Description: Celebrate AppleJack by shopping! Peruse our Back Room Clearance items -- 3 for $25. Plus, check out our new fall arrivals!
Website: Click here to join our Facebook group!

Auction Preview at Old VF Outlet Mall

Time: 12 to 5 p.m.
Location: 1001 State Hwy 2
Description: Preview over 35,000 square feet of items! Tools, commercial and household goods, auto, vintage, furniture, and more. Auction scheduled for Friday & Saturday, September 22 & 23.
Website: Click here for details.

$5 tinsel / $15-$20 braiding

Hair Tinsel & Braiding Fundraiser

Time: 2 to 5 p.m.
Location: CRUSH Boutique, 902 Central Avenue
Description: Support the Nebraska City PTO at our Hair Tinsel & Braiding Fundraiser!
Website: https://www.crushboutiqueclothing.com/

AppleJack Flea Market

Time: 2 to 7 p.m.
Location: Central Avenue from 3rd to 5th Streets
Description: Outdoor flea market -- with antiques, collectables, and crafts, plus new and repurposed items

Book Signing & Character Meet & Greet

Time: 4 to 5 p.m.
Location: The Keeping Room Cafe, 715 Central Avenue
Description: Meet Iggy and Jeff from "Iggy's Zoo Adventure" and pick up a copy of the book! Local author and artist book signing.
Website: https://thekeepingroomnc.com/

FREE

Sidewalk Chalk Contest

Time: 4 to 6 p.m.
Location: Self Expressions Gallery, 819 Central Avenue
Description: Everyone is welcome to try their hand at a Sidewalk Chalk Contest! You have two hours to create a masterpiece -- winner will be announced Saturday after the parade.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/selfexpressionsgallery

Caramel Apples & More!

Time: 4 to 7 p.m.
Location: 5th Street & Central Avenue
Description: Chad's Kitchen, a local favorite, is moving to the street with fresh dipped caramel apples, walking apples with your choice of toppings, candied pecans, cinnamon rolls, and so much more!
Website: https://www.facebook.com/treecitytreats

$5 Day Pass / $8 Weekend Pass

Heritage Needlework Guild Quilt & Needlework Show

Time: 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Location: Bethel Church, 2400 Central Avenue
Description: One of the biggest quilt shows in southeast Nebraska! Over 100 quilts and needlework items on display. Quilt raffle and basket raffle. Member-made potholders for sale.
Website: Click here for detailed information

Wristbands Available for $25 per day

River City Carnival

Time: 5 to 11 p.m.
Location: 6th Street & Central Avenue
Description: Rides, rides, and more rides! Plus your favorite midway games!

$20 at gate / $15 advanced purchase

Nebraska City Extreme Bull Riding Tour

Time: 5 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Location: Hidden Falls Cabins & RV Park Arena, 6124 Steinhart Park Road
Description: The most awarded, largest & longest running Bull Riding Tour in the Midwest! Gates open at 5 p.m. - evening events include a beer garden (open 6 p.m. to 1 a.m.), mutton bustin', and live music by Switchbak...in addition to the best bull riding you've seen all year! Seating is limited, so get here early!
Website: https://www.nebraskacityextremebullriding.com/

FREE

Harry Potter Party

Time: 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Location: Morton-James Public Library, 923 1st Corso
Description: Join us for a Harry Potter-themed party with snacks, activities, and a Hogwarts grab bag! All ages are welcome!
Website: https://morton-jamespubliclibrary.com/

Saturday, September 16, 2023

Chillin' on Central

Time: 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Location: Nebraska City Nutrition, 618 Central Avenue
Description: Enjoy healthy apple cider doughnuts, refreshing teas & shakes, vegan and vegetarian options, kids caffeine-free Koolers, and other nutritious treats!
Website: https://www.facebook.com/NebraskaCityNutrition

APPLEJACK PANCAKE FEED

Time: 7:30 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Location: Fire Station, 1409 Central
Description: IT'S THE PANCAKE MAN - an AppleJack tradition! Pancakes, sausage, and apple cider - Proceeds benefit community events.

$35 by August 31 // $45 starting September 1

AppleJack Fun Run/Walk

Time: 7:30 a.m.
Location: Steinhart Park - in front of Aquatic Center
Description: The Annual AppleJack Fun Run/Walk through beautiful Nebraska City! Proceeds from this event go back into the community. There is also a one-mile kids run! Sign up today!
Website: https://runsignup.com/Race/NE/NebraskaCity/AppleJackFunRunWalk

Breakfast & Bloody Marys

Apple Sangria in a Souvenir Glass

AppleJack Flea Market

Time: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location: Central Avenue from 3rd to 5th Streets
Description: Outdoor flea market -- with antiques, collectables, and crafts, plus new and repurposed items

Faith Baptist Craft & Vendor Fair

Time: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location: 1121 1st Corso
Description: Craft show and handmade items plus baked goods -- proceeds go towards new stairs at the church!

U-Pick: $6/adult, $4/seniors, $3/children

AppleJack at Kimmel Orchard

Time: 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Location: Kimmel Orchard & Vineyard, 5995 G Road
Description: Celebrate AppleJack at a favorite family destination: Kimmel Orchard & Vineyard! Join us for making memories and enjoy special AppleJack activities including U-Pick Apple Harvest, hayrack rides, live music, food & drink vendors, arts & crafts vendors, UNL Dairy Truck, live learning activities, and adventures on the Pollinator Playground. The Apple Barn will be featuring annual traditions of kettle corn, caramel apples, apple pies, fudge, wine tasting, hard cider, apple cider donuts, and caramel apple cookies.
Website: Visit our website and follow us on Facebook and Instagram!

AppleJack at Union Orchard

Time: 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Location: Union Orchard, 2405 Hwy 75, just north of Nebraska City
Description: Celebrating our harvest of u-pick and prepicked apples! We have bushels of varieties and pecks of activities during AppleJack - don't forget to visit us in downtown Nebraska City at the Central Apple Market (701 Central Avenue)! Breakfast and lunch on the grill at the orchard and boxed lunches available at Central Apple Market downtown. Wine tastings and adult frozen drinks at both locations! Central Apple Market opens at 7 a.m. Saturday.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/UnionOrchard

General admission to Farm is free; attraction and activity prices vary.

AppleJack at Arbor Day Farm

Time: 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Location: Arbor Day Farm, 2611 Arbor Avenue
Description: U-Pick and pre-picked apples, Treetop Village, wine & hard cider, caramel apples, apple donuts, fresh cider, antique apple tasting, food trucks, Arbor Lodge mansion, and more! Check out the 'Love, the Locals' Makers Market Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. ($5 admission).
Website: Visit our website for details on all activities and price information.

$5 Day Pass / $8 Weekend Pass

Heritage Needlework Guild Quilt & Needlework Show

Time: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location: Bethel Church, 2400 Central Avenue
Description: One of the biggest quilt shows in southeast Nebraska! Over 100 quilts and needlework items on display. Quilt raffle and basket raffle. Member-made potholders for sale.
Website: Click here for detailed information

FREE

AppleJack Quilt Pattern, Kits, & More!

Time: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location: Sew Enchanting, 616 1/2 Central Avenue
Description: We're debuting our 2023 AppleJack Quilt Pattern and Kits! Plus, check out our re-imagined kits from previous years, fun jewelry, home decor, and more handcrafted by in-house designers. NOTE: Pixelated Quilt Demos Saturday every hour on the hour from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. -- limited space, pre-registration encouraged.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/Sew.Enchanting.622

Apples 2 Apples Core 2 Core Fundraiser

Time: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location: 814 Central
Description: This fundraiser for NCPS programs has it all -- a garage sale, raffle, homemade items, and bake sale! Sponsored by H&R Block, Nicole Wigington.

Ramold's Pumpkin Ridge Farm

Time: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location: 815 N. 60th Road
Description: Crafters, vendors, food trucks, face painting, petting zoo, pony rides, and more! We're just a mile and a half north of Kimmel Orchard.
Website: Visit our Pumpkin Farm this October! Click here for details.

Nebraska City Jaycees Creation & Craft Fair

Time: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Location: Nebraska City Middle School, 909 1st Corso
Description: Shop, shop, shop! It's air conditioned!

Apple Sweets & Treats at CRUSH Boutique

Time: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Location: CRUSH Boutique, 902 Central Avenue
Description: First 10 shoppers get a FREE gift with purchase, plus check out our in-store specials and free apple sweets and treats (while supplies last)
Website: https://www.crushboutiqueclothing.com/

Craft and Vendor Fair at the Eagles Club

Time: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Location: Eagles Club, 600 1st Corso
Description: Handmade crafts and vendors inside the air-conditioned Eagles Club on the main floor - lots of options!

Latin Food Sale

Time: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Location: Memorial Way - 809 Central Avenue
Description: This event is sure to fill your belly with the finest of Latin food! Gorditas, Taquitos Dorados, Frituras Preparadas, Empanadas Colombianas, and Tamales Colombianos! From 9 to 10 a.m., Tamales and Aguas Frescas will be served.
Website: https://www.heartlandworkerscenter.org/

Lewis & Clark Reunion #19

Time: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Location: Missouri River Basin Lewis & Clark Center, 100 Valmont Drive
Description: Junior Ranger activities and badge awards all day; from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., see Living History Corps, learn about river navigation, and view hides and pelts
Website: https://lewisandclarkvisitorcenter.org/

Gress Produce Stand

Time: 9 a.m. to dusk
Location: 1/4 mile north of intersection of Hwy 75 & Bus 75
Description: Fresh produce, squash, pumpkins, pies, apples

FREE

Morton-James Public Library Book Event

Time: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Location: Morton-James Public Library, 923 1st Corso
Description: Browse our used book area. For a freewill donation, take home all your favorites!
Website: https://morton-jamespubliclibrary.com/

Bethel Women's Fellowship Food Stand

Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Location: 810 Central
Description: Selling hot dogs, nachos, snacks, pop, and water! Stop by for lunch or a snack!

Boutique Blowout!

Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Location: Boutique in the City, 605 Central Avenue
Description: Celebrate AppleJack by shopping! Peruse our Back Room Clearance items -- 3 for $25. Plus, check out our new fall arrivals!
Website: Click here to join our Facebook group!

Caramel Apples & More!

Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location: 5th Street & Central Avenue
Description: Chad's Kitchen, a local favorite, is moving to the street with fresh dipped caramel apples, walking apples with your choice of toppings, candied pecans, cinnamon rolls, and so much more!
Website: https://www.facebook.com/treecitytreats

Apple Sweets & Treats at Little Things Boutique & Gifts!

Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location: Little Things Boutique, 811 Central Aveneu
Description: First 10 shoppers get a FREE gift with purchase, plus check out our in-store specials and free apple sweets and treats (while supplies last)
Website: https://littlethingsboutiques.com/

House Tour: $5/Adults, $2 under 12

The Glory of Hair

Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location: Wildwood Historic Center House & Barns, 420 Steinhart Park Road
Description: All things hair! Wildwood will have many hair-related items on display from the Victorian Era. There will be periodic demonstrations of how they made Hair Art - come and see Hair Art on display!
Website: https://www.wildwoodhistoriccenter.org/

UScellular Connection Mode

Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location: UScellular, 1106 Grundman Blvd
Description: In honor of AppleJack's 55th year, UScellular is keeping us connected for less! They are waiving the activation fee at Nebraska City's UScellular location during AppleJack weekend (limit 2)
Website: UScellular Nebraska City

$5 entry fee ages 18+ / Kids free

"Love, the Locals" Makers Market

Time: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Location: Historic Barns at Arbor Day Farm, 2611 Arbor Avenue
Description: Discover an amazing array of unique, handmade items in the beautiful setting of the Historic Barns at Arbor Day Farm! Receive a coupon for $1 off at the Apple House Market with your ticket purchase.
Website: Click here to learn more about all AppleJack events at Arbor Day Farm!

FREE

The 1st Nebraska Volunteer Brass Band

Time: 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Location: GAR Hall Civil War Veterans Museum, 910 1st Corso
Description: Come and hear this 15-member ensemble portraying the band of the original 1st Nebraska Volunteer Infantry Regiment! The group plays musical arrangements from actual Civil War band books.
Website: https://civilwarmuseumnc.org/

Fire House Grille

Time: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Location: Nebraska City Fire Station, 1409 Central Ave.
Description: Fundraiser for the Fire Museum. Serving Brisket sandwiches, Hot Dogs, Chips, Soda and Water.

Tamales & More

Time: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Location: Arbor Bank Parking Lot, 10th Street & 1st Corso
Description: Selling delicious tacos and tamales at our own Taco Stand in the Arbor Bank Parking Lot! Be sure to come early as they will go fast!
Website: https://www.stbens.org/

FREE

Community Kregel Talk

Time: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Location: Kregel Windmill Factory Museum, 1416 Central Avenue
Description: Come listen to historic stories and see rare farm windmill history inside the last original 100+ year old windmill factory in the USA! In addition, you can help us plan what you'd like to see for our 2024 Community Event!
Website: https://www.kregelwindmillfactorymuseum.org/

Admission Rates Apply

Book Signing at Arbor Lodge

Time: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Location: Arbor Lodge Mansion, 2600 Arbor Avenue
Description: Meet Stephanie Grace Whitson, author of the newly-released "Love at First Sight" novel. Special presentation at 11 a.m. with book signings of this book and others.
Website: arbordayfarm.org/events

Auction Preview at Old VF Outlet Mall

Time: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Location: 1001 State Hwy 2
Description: Preview over 35,000 square feet of items! Tools, commercial and household goods, auto, vintage, furniture, and more. Auction scheduled for Friday & Saturday, September 22 & 23.
Website: Click here for details.

Artist Demos and Open Studio

Time: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location: Self Expressions Gallery, 819 Central Avenue
Description: Visit Nebraska City's premier art gallery, home to works by more than 50 local and regional artists! Today will feature artist demos and open studio time -- try out some new art supplies!
Website: https://www.facebook.com/selfexpressionsgallery

$10 for one activity / $30 for all / $60 for groups of 3+

Camp Catron Adventures

Time: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location: Camp Catron, 609 N. 60th Road
Description: Come out to Camp Catron, just north of Kimmel Orchard, for adventures on the climbing wall, dual racing zipline, quick flight, and adventure course. Bring your friends and family!
Website: Click here for details!

Wristbands Available for $25 per day

River City Carnival

Time: Noon to 11 p.m.
Location: 6th Street & Central Avenue
Description: Rides, rides, and more rides! Plus your favorite midway games!

$10/person

Cosmic Bowling

Time: Noon to 11 p.m.
Location: Arbor Lanes Bowling Alley, 2023 Industrial Road
Description: Only $10 per person for two hours unlimited bowling, shoe rental, and medium soda.
Website: https://arborlanesbowling.com/

FREE

Complimentary Water, Seating, & Restrooms During the Parade

Time: Noon to 4 p.m.
Location: SCC Learning Center, 1406 Central Avenue
Description: The Nebraska City Learning Center will open for visitors and those watching the parade and water barrel fights -- come in get out of the heat, get a cool drink of water, and use our restrooms! We will have a couple dozen chairs in front of our building for visitors use until 4 p.m. or so.
Website: https://www.southeast.edu/business-and-community/community/learning-centers/nebraska-city.php

FREE

55TH ANNUAL APPLEJACK PARADE

Time: 1 p.m.
Location: Central Avenue from 16th Street to 6th Street, 6th Street south to 1st Corso
Description: Enjoy the area's best All-American parade, complete with a marching band competition, floats, and more!
Website: Parade Sign Up Form

WATER BARREL FIGHTS

Time: 4 p.m.
Location: Central Avenue between 14th and 15th Streets
Description: An AppleJack favorite! Get a team together: four people per team - $50 entry fee for adults / $40 team fee for youth ages 10-15. Proceeds benefit the NC Museum of Firefighting. Or, make plans to stick around after the parade and watch!
Website: Water Barrel Entry Form

$20 at gate / $15 advanced purchase

Nebraska City Extreme Bull Riding Tour

Time: 5 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Location: Hidden Falls Cabins & RV Park Arena, 6124 Steinhart Park Road
Description: The most awarded, largest & longest running Bull Riding Tour in the Midwest! Gates open at 5 p.m. - evening events include a beer garden (open 6 p.m. to 1 a.m.), mutton bustin', and live music by Luke Mills & the Highway Drifters...in addition to the best bull riding you've seen all year! Seating is limited, so get here early!
Website: https://www.nebraskacityextremebullriding.com/

Free will donation

A Tribute to Conway Twitty

Time: 7 to 9 p.m.
Location: Eagles Club, 600 1st Corso
Description: Award-winning recording artist Josh Daniels will sing a Tribute to Conway Twitty on Saturday, Sept. 16, at the Nebraska City Eagles Club!

Sunday, September 17, 2023

$8 for adults (ages 12 and up) // $4 for kids (ages 4-11) // Fly-In pilots eat FREE!

AppleJack Fly-In/Drive-In Pancake Breakfast

Time: 7 a.m. to Noon
Location: Nebraska City Municipal Airport, 972 S. 64th Road, four miles south of Nebraska City on Hwy 75
Description: Hosted by Blue Line Aviation! Fly-In or Drive -In to the Nebraska City Airport for pancakes, eggs, and ham and watch the planes come in! All proceeds (plus freewill donations) will go towards future airport projects. Pilots eat FREE!
Website: https://www.facebook.com/BlueLineAviationLLC

River City Classics Car Club AppleJack Car Show

Time: Registration from 8 to 11 a.m. / 3 p.m. Awards
Location: Central Avenue between 11th Street and 6th Street
Description: The traditional classic car show featuring dozens of unique cars from ages past! You don't want to miss it! Dash plaques to the first 200. Special awards include Best of Show Stock, Best of Show Modified, 1 Memorial Trophy, 3 Trophies per Class
Website: Click here for the flyer!

Breakfast & Bloody Marys

Apple Sangria in a Souvenir Glass

AppleJack Flea Market

Time: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location: Central Avenue from 3rd to 5th Streets
Description: Outdoor flea market -- with antiques, collectables, and crafts, plus new and repurposed items

U-Pick: $6/adult, $4/seniors, $3/children

AppleJack at Kimmel Orchard

Time: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location: Kimmel Orchard & Vineyard, 5995 G Road
Description: Celebrate AppleJack at a favorite family destination: Kimmel Orchard & Vineyard! Join us for making memories and enjoy special AppleJack activities including U-Pick Apple Harvest, hayrack rides, live music, food & drink vendors, arts & crafts vendors, UNL Dairy Truck, live learning activities, and adventures on the Pollinator Playground. The Apple Barn will be featuring annual traditions of kettle corn, caramel apples, apple pies, fudge, wine tasting, hard cider, apple cider donuts, and caramel apple cookies.
Website: Visit our website and follow us on Facebook and Instagram!

General admission to Farm is free; attraction and activity prices vary.

AppleJack at Arbor Day Farm

Time: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Location: Arbor Day Farm, 2611 Arbor Avenue
Description: U-Pick and pre-picked apples, Treetop Village, wine & hard cider, caramel apples, apple donuts, fresh cider, antique apple tasting, food trucks, Arbor Lodge mansion, and more! Check out the 'Love, the Locals' Makers Market Sunday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. ($5 admission).
Website: Visit our website for details on all activities and price information.

AppleJack at Union Orchard

Time: 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Location: Union Orchard, 2405 Hwy 75, just north of Nebraska City
Description: Celebrating our harvest of u-pick and prepicked apples! We have bushels of varieties and pecks of activities during AppleJack - don't forget to visit us in downtown Nebraska City at the Central Apple Market (701 Central Avenue)! Breakfast and lunch on the grill at the orchard and boxed lunches available at Central Apple Market downtown. Wine tastings and adult frozen drinks at both locations! Dustin West plays at the orchard from 1 to 4 p.m. Central Apple Market opens at 7 a.m. Sunday.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/UnionOrchard

Apple Jacked Fitness Competition

Time: 9 a.m. Start
Location: Steinhart Park, Nebraska City
Description: Sponsored by GG Wellness Center of Nebraska City, this is a fun, partnered, outdoor fitness competition! Partners are M/F or F/F, RX or Scaled Divisions, five events. Sign up today!
Website: Click here for details and sign up information.

Brunch, Babes, & Cars

Time: 9 a.m.
Location: CRUSH Boutique and Little Things Boutique
Description: Shop two of Nebraska City's favorite boutiques for in-store specials! CRUSH Boutique at 902 Central Avenue will have Apple Cider Mimosas and breakfast treats from 9 a.m. until noon; Little Things Boutique at 811 Central Avenue will have drinks and breakfast treats from 9 a.m. until supplies last!

FREE

AppleJack Quilt Pattern, Kits, & More!

Time: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Location: Sew Enchanting, 616 1/2 Central Avenue
Description: We're debuting our 2023 AppleJack Quilt Pattern and Kits! Plus, check out our re-imagined kits from previous years, fun jewelry, home decor, and more handcrafted by in-house designers. NOTE: Pixelated Quilt Demos Sunday every hour on the hour from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. -- limited space, pre-registration encouraged.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/Sew.Enchanting.622

Ramold's Pumpkin Ridge Farm

Craft and Vendor Fair at the Eagles Club

Time: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Location: Eagles Club, 600 1st Corso
Description: Handmade crafts and vendors inside the air-conditioned Eagles Club on the main floor - lots of options!

Nebraska City Jaycees Creation & Craft Fair

Time: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Location: Nebraska City Middle School, 909 1st Corso
Description: Shop, shop, shop! It's air conditioned!

Lewis & Clark Reunion #19

Gress Produce Stand

Time: 9 a.m. to dusk
Location: 1/4 mile north of intersection of Hwy 75 & Bus 75
Description: Fresh produce, squash, pumpkins, pies, apples

Boutique Blowout!

Time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Location: Boutique in the City, 605 Central Avenue
Description: Celebrate AppleJack by shopping! Peruse our Back Room Clearance items -- 3 for $25. Plus, check out our new fall arrivals!
Website: Click here to join our Facebook group!

First Foodies Smokin' Delicious

Time: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Location: 8th Street & Central Avenue
Description: Grab a bite to eat from the 2022 Taste of AppleJack Recipe Contest People's Choice Award Winner! These homemade Smoked Apple Brat Dog and homemade Smoked Hot Dogs have no preservatives and no MSG!
Website: https://felcnebraskacity.com/

Chillin' on Central

Time: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Location: Nebraska City Nutrition, 618 Central Avenue
Description: Enjoy healthy apple cider doughnuts, refreshing teas & shakes, vegan and vegetarian options, kids caffeine-free Koolers, and other nutritious treats!
Website: https://www.facebook.com/NebraskaCityNutrition

$5 entry fee ages 18+ / Kids free

"Love, the Locals" Makers Market

Time: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Location: Historic Barns at Arbor Day Farm, 2611 Arbor Avenue
Description: Discover an amazing array of unique, handmade items in the beautiful setting of the Historic Barns at Arbor Day Farm! Receive a coupon for $1 off at the Apple House Market with your ticket purchase.
Website: Click here to learn more about all AppleJack events at Arbor Day Farm!

$5 Day Pass / $8 Weekend Pass

Heritage Needlework Guild Quilt & Needlework Show

Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Location: Bethel Church, 2400 Central Avenue
Description: One of the biggest quilt shows in southeast Nebraska! Over 100 quilts and needlework items on display. Quilt raffle and basket raffle. Member-made potholders for sale.
Website: Click here for detailed information

Apples 2 Apples Core 2 Core Fundraiser

Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Location: 814 Central Avenue
Description: This fundraiser for NCPS programs has it all -- a garage sale, raffle, homemade items, and bake sale! Sponsored by H&R Block, Nicole Wigington.

Caramel Apples & More!

Admission Rates Apply

Book Signing at Arbor Lodge

$10 for one activity / $30 for all / $60 for groups of 3+

Camp Catron Adventures

Art in the Alley

Time: Noon to 4 p.m.
Location: Self Expressions Gallery, 819 Central Avenue
Description: Join us as we create a community art project in the alley behind Self Expressions Gallery!
Website: https://www.facebook.com/selfexpressionsgallery

UScellular Connection Mode

Time: Noon to 4 p.m.
Location: UScellular, 1106 Grundman Blvd
Description: In honor of AppleJack's 55th year, UScellular is keeping us connected for less! They are waiving the activation fee at Nebraska City's UScellular location during AppleJack weekend (limit 2)
Website: UScellular Nebraska City

Auction Preview at Old VF Outlet Mall

Time: Noon to 4 p.m.
Location: 1001 State Hwy 2
Description: Preview over 35,000 square feet of items! Tools, commercial and household goods, auto, vintage, furniture, and more. Auction scheduled for Friday & Saturday, September 22 & 23.
Website: Click here for details.

Wristbands Available for $25 per day

River City Carnival

Time: Noon to 5 p.m.
Location: 6th Street & Central Avenue
Description: Rides, rides, and more rides! Plus your favorite midway games!

$10/person

Cosmic Bowling

Time: Noon to 5 p.m.
Location: Arbor Lanes Bowling Alley, 2023 Industrial Road
Description: Only $10 per person for two hours unlimited bowling, shoe rental, and medium soda.
Website: https://arborlanesbowling.com/

$40 per team

Best Cornhole Tournament of the AppleJack Festival

Time: 1 p.m.
Location: Dinty Moore's Bar, 108 S. 8th Street
Description: Stop by the oldest bar in Nebraska City during the AppleJack Festival and enjoy a cold beer in our beer garden, feast on our famous shredded beef sandwiches, and show off your skills at the Cornhole Tournament. We will be raising funds for the NE Junior Baseball Team. Sign up your team by noon. The tournament begins at 1pm. $20/team. We always have a ice cold beer and a warm smile waiting for you. Come by and join the fun.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/DintyMooresBar

House Tour: $5/Adults, $2 under 12

The Glory of Hair

Time: 1 to 5 p.m.
Location: Wildwood Historic Center House & Barns, 420 Steinhart Park Road
Description: All things hair! Wildwood will have many hair-related items on display from the Victorian Era. There will be periodic demonstrations of how they made Hair Art - come and see Hair Art on display!
Website: https://www.wildwoodhistoriccenter.org/

Friday, September 22, 2023

AppleJack at Union Orchard

FREE

AppleJack Quilt Pattern, Kits, & More!

Visit Arbor Day Farm

Gress Produce Stand

Time: 9 a.m. to dusk
Location: 1/4 mile north of intersection of Hwy 75 & Bus 75
Description: Fresh produce, squash, pumpkins, pies, apples

U-Pick: $6/adult, $4/seniors, $3/children

Visit Kimmel Orchard & Vineyard

Boutique Blowout!

Apple Sangria in a Souvenir Glass

Music with Kate

Time: 3 to 5 p.m.
Location: The Keeping Room Cafe, 715 Central Avenue
Description: Listen to oldies with local vocal pianist goodie Kate!
Website: https://thekeepingroomnc.com/

Auction at Old VF Outlet Mall

Time: 4 to 8 p.m.
Location: 1001 State Hwy 2
Description: Over 35,000 square feet of items! Tools, commercial and household goods, auto, vintage, furniture, and more.
Website: Click here for details.

Saturday, September 23, 2023

Breakfast & Bloody Marys

Time: 8 to 11 a.m.
Location: The Keeping Room, 717 Central Avenue
Description: Enjoy breakfast...with a Bloody Mary and/or other cocktails! Collect a souvenir glass!
Website: https://thekeepingroomnc.com/

Apple Sangria in a Souvenir Glass

General Admission to Farm is free; attraction and activity prices vary.

AppleJack at Arbor Day Farm

Time: 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Location: Arbor Day Farm, 2611 Arbor Avenue
Description: U-pick and pre-picked apples, Treetop Village, wine & hard cider, caramel apples, apple donuts, fresh cider, antique apple tasting, food trucks, Porter's BBQ, and more! Check out Living History at Arbor Lodge from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Website: Visit our website for time and price details.

FREE

AppleJack Used Book Event

Time: 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Location: Morton-James Public Library, 923 1st Corso
Description: Browse our used book area. For a freewill donation, take home all your favorites!
Website: https://morton-jamespubliclibrary.com/

Sweet Pickins' Vendor & Maker Market

Time: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Location: Lourdes Central Catholic School, 412 2nd Avenue
Description: With over 70 crafters, makers, and vendors in two gyms, you're sure to find some sweet pickins'! Concessions and lots of parking available.
Website: Click here to visit the website and find a list of vendors and more info!

FREE

AppleJack Quilt Pattern, Kits, & More!

Time: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location: Sew Enchanting, 616 1/2 Central Avenue
Description: We're debuting our 2023 AppleJack Quilt Pattern and Kits! Plus, check out our re-imagined kits from previous years, fun jewelry, home decor, and more handcrafted by in-house designers. NOTE: Pixelated Quilt Demos Saturday every hour on the hour from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. -- limited space, pre-registration encouraged.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/Sew.Enchanting.622

U-Pick: $6/adult, $4/seniors, $3/children

Visit Kimmel Orchard & Vineyard

Time: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location: Kimmel Orchard & Vineyard, 5995 G Road
Description: Enjoy wholesome family activities at Kimmel Orchard & Vineyard including U-Pick Apple Harvest, hayrack rides, and the UNL Dairy Truck. Our Apple Barn store will be open to shop for your favorite foods and drinks, do wine tastings, and pick up some seasonal favorites (apple cider, pies, apple cider donuts, caramel apple cookies, fresh apples, and other fall treats). Make memories at the Pollinator Playground or take some selfies at Kimmel Selfie Stations to share the fun!
Website: Visit our website and follow us on Facebook and Instagram!

AppleJack at Union Orchard

Time: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location: Union Orchard, 2405 Hwy 75, just north of Nebraska City
Description: Celebrating our harvest of u-pick and prepicked apples! We have bushels of varieties and pecks of activities during AppleJack - don't forget to visit us in downtown Nebraska City at the Central Apple Market (701 Central Avenue)! Breakfast and lunch on the grill at the orchard and boxed lunches available at Central Apple Market downtown. Wine tastings and adult frozen drinks at both locations! Central Apple Market opens at 7 a.m. Saturday.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/UnionOrchard

Gress Produce Stand

Time: 9 a.m. to dusk
Location: 1/4 mile north of intersection of Hwy 75 & Bus 75
Description: Fresh produce, squash, pumpkins, pies, apples

$180/team

Apple Smash Sand Volleyball Tournament

Time: 10 a.m. start
Location: Arbor Lanes, 2023 Industrial Road
Description: Sign up today for this co-ed 6x6 tournament! Max 12 teams will be accepted. Pool play will seed a double-elimination bracket. Prize money to top teams! A portion of the proceeds will go to the Nebraska City United Way!
Website: Register here!

Apple Jamboree

Time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Location: Memorial Building Parking Lot, 8th Street and 1st Corso
Description: Calling all kids! Join us for our NEW Apple Jamboree -- we'll have a petting zoo from Scatter Joy Acres, face-painting, a chance for you to help create A.J. The Rock Snake, and more!
Website: Organized by the Nebraska City Creative District

Boutique Blowout!

Mansion Admission: $9 adults; $7 kids 3-12; Free for kids under 2

Living History at Arbor Lodge

Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location: Arbor Lodge Mansion, 2600 Arbor Avenue
Description: We're kicking off Fall 2023 Living History! Join us for the 100th Celebration of the Morton Family gifting Arbor Lodge to the State of Nebraska. Special displays and activities. Entrance to grounds is free.
Website: Learn more about Arbor Lodge and all Arbor Day Farm activities here!

AppleJack Draw for your Discount at Little Things Boutique & Gifts!

Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location: Little Things Boutique, 811 Central Avenue
Description: Shop with us and draw for your special AppleJack Discount! Gift with purchase while supplies last -- cookies and treats while supplies last.
Website: https://littlethingsboutiques.com/

UScellular Connection Mode

AppleJack Draw for your Discount & CRUSH Treats!

Time: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Location: CRUSH Boutique, 902 Central Avenue
Description: Shop and draw for your AppleJack Discount - plus have a cookie and treat (while supplies last)
Website: https://www.crushboutiqueclothing.com/

Auction at Old VF Outlet Mall

Time: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Location: 1001 State Hwy 2
Description: Over 35,000 square feet of items! Tools, commercial and household goods, auto, vintage, furniture, and more.
Website: Click here for details.

$15/meal (pre-orders required)

Ulbrick's is Back!

Time: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Location: Parking Lot of St. Benedict's Catholic Church, 411 5th Rue
Description: Take home a delicious fried chicken dinner from Mary Ulbrick's cookbook! Meal includes: 1 piece each of white and dark chicken meat, mashed potatoes & gravy, creamed corn, frog eye salad, green beans, dinner roll, and a slice of pie. MUST PRE-ORDER by calling 402-209-0360 or visiting website.
Website: https://www.stbens.org/

Artist Demos and Open Studio

$10/person

Cosmic Bowling

Time: 12 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Location: Arbor Lanes Bowling Alley, 2023 Industrial Road
Description: Only $10 per person for two hours unlimited bowling, shoe rental, and medium soda.
Website: https://arborlanesbowling.com/

$25

NEW DOWNTOWN CIDER STROLL

Time: 2 to 5 p.m.
Location: Central Avenue
Description: Consider this your passport to All Things Cider in Nebraska City! We are putting together a Cider Stroll - featuring hard ciders, regular cider, cider slushies, cider donuts... the list goes on! Purchase a Cider Stroll Passport (limited quantity available) and make your way from stop to stop. Visiting each location gets you a special prize!
Website: Click here for complete details!

$99

TASTE OF NEBRASKA CITY APPLEJACK PROGRESSIVE DINNER

Time: 6 p.m.
Location: Downtown Nebraska City
Description: It's a Taste of Nebraska City with an AppleJack twist! Join us for a night of delicious food at a few of our favorite eateries -- all in walkable downtown Nebraska City!

Sunday, September 24, 2023

Breakfast & Bloody Marys

Apple Sangria in a Souvenir Glass

General Admission to Farm is free; attraction and activity prices vary.

AppleJack at Arbor Day Farm

Time: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Location: Arbor Day Farm, 2611 Arbor Avenue
Description: U-pick and pre-picked apples, Treetop Village, wine & hard cider, caramel apples, apple donuts, fresh cider, antique apple tasting, food trucks, Porter's BBQ, and more! Check out Living History at Arbor Lodge from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Website: https://www.arbordayfarm.org/

AppleJack at Union Orchard

Time: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location: Union Orchard, 2405 Hwy 75, just north of Nebraska City
Description: Celebrating our harvest of u-pick and prepicked apples! We have bushels of varieties and pecks of activities during AppleJack - don't forget to visit us in downtown Nebraska City at the Central Apple Market (701 Central Avenue)! Breakfast and lunch on the grill at the orchard and boxed lunches available at Central Apple Market downtown. Wine tastings and adult frozen drinks at both locations! Central Apple Market opens at 7 a.m. Sunday.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/UnionOrchard

Gress Produce Stand

Time: 9 a.m. to dusk
Location: 1/4 mile north of intersection of Hwy 75 & Bus 75
Description: Fresh produce, squash, pumpkins, pies, apples

Mansion Admission: $9 adults; $7 kids 3-12; Free for kids under 2

Living History at Arbor Lodge

TASTE OF APPLEJACK RECIPE CONTEST

Time: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Location: Historic Barns at Arbor Day Farm
Description: Come and taste dishes made with apples - from BBQ to baked goods? Who knows what our mix of amateur and professional chefs will create this year!
Website: Calling all bakers, chefs, or even those who just like messing around in the kitchen! Want to try your luck in the Taste of AppleJack? Scroll back up to find a link to an information page about the contest and then click here to download a registration form.

Sweet Pickins' Vendor & Maker Market

Time: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Location: Lourdes Central Catholic School, 412 2nd Avenue
Description: With over 70 crafters, makers, and vendors in two gyms, you're sure to find some sweet pickins'! Concessions and lots of parking available.
Website: Click here to visit the website and find a list of vendors and more info!

U-Pick admission starts at $5 per person

Visit Kimmel Orchard & Vineyard

Time: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location: Kimmel Orchard & Vineyard, 5995 G Road
Description: Enjoy wholesome family activities at Kimmel Orchard & Vineyard including U-Pick Apple Harvest, hayrack rides, and the UNL Dairy Truck. Our Apple Barn store will be open to shop for your favorite foods and drinks, do wine tastings, and pick up some seasonal favorites (apple cider, pies, apple cider donuts, caramel apple cookies, fresh apples, and other fall treats). Make memories at the Pollinator Playground or take some selfies at Kimmel Selfie Stations to share the fun!
Website: Visit our website and follow us on Facebook and Instagram!

AppleJack Draw for your Discount at Little Things Boutique & Gifts!

Time: Noon to 4 p.m.
Location: Little Things Boutique, 811 Central Avenue
Description: Shop with us and draw for your special AppleJack Discount! Gift with purchase while supplies last -- cookies and treats while supplies last.
Website: https://littlethingsboutiques.com/

AppleJack Draw for your Discount & CRUSH Treats!

Time: Noon to 4 p.m.
Location: CRUSH Boutique, 902 Central Avenue
Description: Shop and draw for your AppleJack Discount - plus have a cookie and treat (while supplies last)
Website: https://www.crushboutiqueclothing.com/

Art in the Alley

UScellular Connection Mode

$10/person

Cosmic Bowling

FREE

Free Tours of the Kregel Windmill Factory Museum

Time: 1 to 5 p.m.
Location: Kregel Windmill Factory Museum, 1416 Central Avenue
Description: Offering FREE tours all day! Stop by and see rare farm windmill history inside the last original 100+ year old windmill factory in the USA.
Website: https://www.kregelwindmillfactorymuseum.org/

Music with Kate

Time: 1:30-3 p.m.
Location: The Keeping Room Cafe, 715 Central Avenue
Description: Listen to oldies with local vocal pianist goodie Kate!
Website: https://thekeepingroomnc.com/

Festival Sponsors

Historic Morton Orchard

AppleJack Fun Run

Apples ready to go!

River City Classic Car Club Car Show

AppleJack River City Classic Car Show

Water Barrel Fights

Yum!