The Fourth Annual Burt County Fair Kick-off Being Held Soon

The Burt County Fair is a yearly attraction that brings people together from all over the county and beyond, enjoying all of the events and entertainment, along with reminiscing of years past. Many people attend, bringing the sense of family to the weekend.

Four years ago, the Burt County Fair Kick-off began, providing an evening of food and entertainment for everyone, with proceeds providing more events and also improving the fairgrounds. Forever in Blue Jeans in the theme for this year’s kick-off.

This year’s event is being held in Tekamah at the auditorium, Saturday February 28th. “We have a great evening planned for all to enjoy,” stated David Pearson. “We wanted to have it in Lyons this year, but the auditorium is being remodeled.” He is the interim fair manager for 2015, replacing long-time manager Norm Johnson. “Social hour begins at 5:30 p.m. with a meal following at 6:30 p.m.” David said. The meal this year will be a choice of Husker chops or New York Strips instead of prime rib served previous years. “Mark Blackford has offered to prepare the Husker chops and New York Strips. Donna Preston will cater the rest of the meal,” David stated.

There will also be the traditional silent auction, with many items to bid on. Following the meal, there will be a live auction. “There will be a great deal for everyone to bid on. There will also be a bred heifer again this year,” David said.

Tables were sold this year and will be auctioned off for next year’s kick-off. “Those that purchased the tables will be waited on during the evening until the entertainment begins,” David stated.

This year’s entertainment is also different from previous years. “Wayne Francis, a comedian and ventriloquist will entertain the crowd. He has a life size dummy instead of the usual shorter one, David said. “Disc Jockey Bill Skinner will follow, providing music and dancing for the rest of the evening.”

There are a limited number of tickets left, so hurry and pick up one today!

“Thanks to everyone for supporting the Burt County Fair,” David said.