Douglas County Events
Beyond Omaha, Douglas County's smaller communities each hold well-established annual town celebrations, alongside the county fair in Ralston.
Elkhorn Days
Elkhorn — Late May. An annual weekend festival in Elkhorn's Old Towne district, featuring a music festival, a parade, and family activities.
Bennington Daze
Bennington — Early June. A full weekend at Centennial Park with a parade, barbecue, fireworks, and a farmers market.
Waterloo Days
Waterloo — Summer. An annual community festival organized by the Waterloo Days Foundation, with free family events, fireworks, and a veteran tribute walk.
Valley Days
Valley — Summer. An annual community celebration run by the Valley Days Foundation, including a parade.
Douglas County Fair
Ralston — July. Held at the Douglas County fairgrounds, this is billed as Nebraska's oldest, longest-running county fair.
See Douglas County, Nebraska for listings and more on the towns above.