New Burt County Fair Sign
July 31, 2015 Leave a comment
Here is the new Burt County Fair Sign, fully installed thanks to CBS Signs Inc. Photo Credit/Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.
Street Legal Appearing at Burt County Fair!
July 25, 2015 1 Comment
Friday, August 7th from 9:00 p.m-Midnight. Burt County Fair Grounds – Grandstand
Tickets sold at gate
$10/person
Beer Garden On-site.
Burt County Fair Update
July 16, 2015 Leave a comment
There has been an update for Open Class entries at the Burt County Fair in Oakland NE. Please bring your entry to the Ag Hall at the Burt County Fairgrounds in Oakland NE on Thursday August 6th from 2:00-8:00p.m.
The Burt County Fair begins on Friday, August 7th and continues until Tuesday, August 11th in Oakland NE.
Register Soon for Mud Volleyball at the Burt County Fair
May 31, 2015 Leave a comment
Rally the troops for the 4th annual Mud Volleyball Tournament! Don’t miss out! Deadline to register is July 24th. There is a fee of $50 per team of 6-10 players. 2 girls must be in the pits at all times.
Burt County Fair Kick-off Huge Success
March 2, 2015 Leave a comment
By Mary Loftis
Extension Assistant
The Burt County Fair Foundation Fundraiser was held Saturday evening, February 28 in Tekamah. It was well attended by a wonderful group of supporters from across the county.
The evening was made up of a delicious meal, silent and live auctions, entertainment by comedian and ventriloquist Wayne Francis and a dance with Bill Skinner providing the music.
The fundraiser was a huge success again…the best yet, thanks to the continued generous support of the bidders, buyers and all the donors.
During the event the Fair Foundation announced plans for their next big fundraising effort. They are planning a new building on the fairgrounds which will replace the current Ag Hall for open class exhibits and vendor booths. The dates of the 2015 Burt County Fair are August 7-11 in Oakland.
The Burt County Fair Foundation Fundraiser Saturday evening at the Tekamah Auditorium was well attended by a wonderful group of fair supporters. Photo Credit/Mary Loftis.
The Fourth Annual Burt County Fair Kick-off Being Held Soon
February 17, 2015 Leave a comment
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.
2014 Burt County Fair
January 7, 2015 Leave a comment
2014 Burt County Fair. All photos credit of Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.
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