Thursday Kickoff Lunch
Thursday, 11 a.m.–1 p.m., Great Western Bank (23rd & Lincoln)
Free Firehouse Subs sample sandwiches, chips and cookies provided by Outer Limits Bar & Grill in Valley and No Where Special in Linwood.
John C. Fremont City Park
Covered Wagon and Sod House Display
Visit our historic covered wagon and sod house display in the center of John C. Fremont City Park. Display in honor of Nebraska’s 150th Birthday Celebration. Sod House build begins Friday at 9 a.m.
Craft and Vendor Show
Friday 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m.-9 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Outdoor exhibits and vendors throughout the park.
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LaRue’s Little Horse Ranch Pony Rides
Friday 11 a.m.-Close, Saturday 9 a.m.-Close, Sunday 10 a.m.-Close
Rides: $5 ea.
Kid’s Inflatables
Friday 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m.-9 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Fremont Antique Power
Friday 6-9 p.m., Saturday 8 a.m.-9 p.m.
Antique engines, tractors and more on the west side of park.
Spam cooking competition
Saturday, 11 a.m.–1 p.m., Southeast Corner, (Near 8th & Main Streets)
Check-in at 10:30 a.m., Judging at 11 a.m., and Winners announced at Noon. Cash prizes. Register online at www.johncfremontdays.org.
Chautauqua Tent Events
Friday
12:30 p.m. – Opening Ceremony
1 p.m. – Bob Olson and the Dixie Land Band
2 p.m. – Tri-Tones: Music from the 40s
3 p.m. – Spencer Bridgman, accordion player
3:30 p.m. – Payton Eyler, Musician
4 p.m. – Heartland Hoedowners
5 p.m. – Lightning Bugs, Jazz Band
6 p.m. – Little Miss Fremont Pageant
There is no judging for this pageant. The winner and runner-up are drawn at random. We are also seeking costume donations or costume loans. If you’ve had a child in the pageant in the past and no longer have use for your costume, please let us know. If you have any questions, please contact Diane or Vance at (402) 721-8980.
7:30 p.m. – Battle of the Bands
Winner will receive a free day of recording at Archetype Recording ($350 value).
Saturday
10 a.m. – Ukulele Band from First Congregational Church
11 a.m. – Dancin’ Grannies
Noon – The Essen Family Performers
1 p.m. – The Happy Players
2 p.m. – Julie’s Creative Movement Dance Studio
3 p.m. – Ryan Chandler, Old Market Magician
4 p.m. – Antique Fremont Roadshow with Jared Aberico, antique assessor and David Sullivan, host
6 p.m. – Fremont Street Dancers
7 p.m. – Music by Dave and Kate, accordion and acoustic guitar
8 p.m. – The Fremonts Band
Sunday
9:30 a.m. – Community Church Service featuring Spoudazo, Youth Music and Ministry group, Pastor Brad Wiese will preside
11 a.m. – Hispanic Church Service, led by Church of the Nazarene
3 p.m. – Civil War Band
Food and Food Courts
Friday, 10a.m.-9p.m., Saturday, 9a.m.-9p.m., Sunday, 9a.m.-5p.m.
John C. Fremont City Park (8th and Main Streets) Sponsored by Hormel Foods Corporation
Cosmopolitan Club Pancake Feed
Saturday, 7 a.m.-Noon, Sunday, 7 a.m.-Noon at City Auditorium 9th & Broad St. Cost is $6.
Raffle includes $1,000 or Shotgun. 727-1732 for tickets. Drawing Sunday Noon.
Pie Parlor
Friday, 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Saturday, 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Sunday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. at First United Methodist Church, 815 N. Broad St.
Free Diabetes Testing
Friday, Noon-4 p.m., Military and Park Avenues.
Free and open to the Public in the Shaw, Hull & Navarette parking lot.
Hosted by the Fremont Cosmopolitan Service Club
Balloon Glow
Friday, Sunset, East Military Ave. near Splash Station
Sponsored by Dodge County Convention & Visitors Bureau and Fairfield Inn & Suites
Bring the family for a spectacular sight and one of the festival’s signature events.
Cruisers on Main Car & Bike Show
Saturday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Downtown Fremont
Trophy presentation to follow show. Sign up day of show at show central which will be well marked. Don’t miss this event over 400 entries each year. It’s a walk down memory lane.
Historical Tours
Free Tickets for Nye and Barnard tours available at Premier Staffing, 415 E. 6th St. (east entrance of Lincoln Federal Building), Monday thru Friday 8 a.m.–5 p.m. beginning June 26th or at the Information Booth during the festival, if space is still available.
Nye Avenue Historical Tour
Friday, 4:30, 5:30 & 6:30 p.m.
Board the tram at Nye Senior Services, 655 W. 23rd Street. Free advance tickets required.
Barnard Park Historical Tour
Saturday, 4:30, 5:30 & 6:30 p.m.
Board the tram at Barnard Park, 6th & Clarkson. Tour the historical areas of Barnard Park and the Downtown Historical District. Free advance tickets required.
Shadows of Fremont Tours
Friday, 8, 9, 10 & 11 p.m.
Board the tram at the John C Fremont City Park at 8th and Main. $10 advance tickets required. Available at the John C. Fremont Days office, 218 E. 4th St., Monday-Friday from 1-5 p.m. beginning July 1, or at the information booth during the festival, if still available.
Historic Events
Underground Railroad, Nebraska stop
Saturday, 1 p.m. at May Brothers Building (6th & Park Ave.). Presented by Barry Jurgensen and Arlington High School history students. No ticket necessary, limited seating.
Third Party Politics, 1840-1860
Saturday, 2:30 p.m. at May Brothers Building (6th & Park Ave.) Presented by Don Cunningham. No ticket necessary, limited seating.
Historic Encampments
At Clemmons Park (16th and Luther Streets).
Hours
Friday, July 14, Noon-9 p.m.
Saturday, July 15, 9 a.m.-9 p.m.
Sunday, July 16, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Special Friday Event
9 a.m. Flag Raising
Special Saturday Events
10 a.m. – History of the American Flag: “From Betsy Ross to Today,” learn the history of the flag we fly. Presentation by Ed Molte
Noon-5 p.m. – Butter Churning Demonstrations
Noon-5 p.m. – Dutch Oven Cooking Demonstrations
11 a.m., 1 p.m. & 3 p.m. – Cowboy Action Shooters
3 p.m. – Civil War Artillery Demonstration
4 p.m. – Military Fire Power Demonstration
Union and Confederate Camps
• Fremont Pathfinders (Union)
• Moss Elliot Display of Civil War Weaponry (one of the largest private displays in the Midwest) – Sponsored by Mel’s Diner and Mac’s Cafe
• Buckskinner and Trader Camps (1803-1840 era fur trader encampments)
• Working camps with authentic trade goods (cookware, dresses, shirts, leather goods, kids toys, powder horn drinkware, jewelry and lots more available for purchase!)
Cowboy Camp
See how Cowboys of the late 1800s lived on the trail
• 1800s era working Blacksmith
• Barbed Wire Display – Evolution of barb wire and its use on the plains
• Calvary Saddle Display – Civil War thru the Indian Wars approx. 1860-1890s
Indian Camp
• 18 foot tepee
• Hawk Throw – Tomahawk throwing demonstration, try hitting the target with an authentic tomahawk.
• Bowmaker – Crafter of handmade bows
• Indian Fry Bread Taco and Food Stand
WWII Camp
• Military Historical display: Vehicles, tents, uniforms, weapons and equipment plus a great display of miniatures. Also a U.S. Calvary display covering 1860-1940
Medieval and Renaissance Society
Hands on History and Learning encampments
• Blacksmithing
• Silversmithing and Jewelry Making
• Spinning and Weaving
• Ropemaking
• Pottery, Leather Working and Basket Weaving
• Armor and Weapons Display
• Baking and Open Fire Cooking
• Honey making
• Sleeping Buffalo Tannery – including rare white buffalo display and hides and furs for sale
• Pet Watering Hole available for your four legged friends.
Rodeo
The Rodeo will be held Friday and Saturday at Christensen Field beginning at 7:30 p.m. You will see some of the top cowboys in the country matched against the top stock in the Midwest. Events will include: Bareback Riding; Saddle Bronc Riding; Comedy Acts; Barrel Racing; Bull Riding, Bull Fighting and Muttin Bustin’ during intermission.
Advance tickets available at Information Booth during the festival. Cost is $13 for adults. Tickets are also available at the gate. Cost is $15 for adults. Children 12 and under are free.
Live Music & Spirits
Write-Offs
Friday, 8 p.m.-Midnight, JCF Beer Garden, 4th & Park Ave.
There is a $5 Cover at the door. Over 21 only.
Fishheads
Saturday, 3-7 p.m., JCF Beer Garden, 4th & Park Ave.
Lemon Fresh Day
Saturday, 8 p.m.-Midnight, JCF Beer Garden, 4th & Park Ave.
There is a $5 Cover at the door. Over 21 only.
Just For Kids
Middle School Pool Party
Friday, 7:30-9:30 p.m., Splash Station
For students who have completed 4th grade through 8th. Doors close at 7:45 p.m. The pool will be open for swimming. Admission $3.00. No pool passes accepted. (Reminder – this is a lock in. Once in, students cannot leave before 10 p.m. without a parent).
Hosted by Friends of the Family Area Parks.
Cosmic Bowling
Saturday, 7-10 p.m., Thirty Bowl (1205 E 23rd St.)
FREE bowling and shoe rental for grades 9-12
Sponsored by Thirty Bowl
Free Car Seat Checks
Saturday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Midland University (10th & Clarkson Streets.)
FREE Car Seat Inspections and Installations performed by certified Car Seat Technicians. Appointments suggested, but not required. Call Three Rivers Public Health Dept. at 402-727-5396 for more information or to schedule an appointment.
Children’s Activities
Saturday, 9 a.m.-11 a.m., Midland University (Campus Green, 9th & Clarkson St.)
Games for all ages, firetruck rides, dance performances, martial arts demonstrations, face painting, and much more. Most events are free. Concessions are available from Hands for Christ, First Baptist Church.
Performances at Midland University
11 a.m. – Rosenbach Warriors Demonstration
Noon – Julie’s Creative Dance Movement
Youth Pedal Pull
Saturday, 10 a.m., Midland University Parking Lot (9th & Clarkson St.). Ages 4-12. Registration begins at 9 a.m. Midland University Parking Lot, 9th & Clarkson Street.
Sponsored by the Fremont Kiwanis Club.
Sports For Athletes and Non-athletes
Ridge Road Run & Corporate Cup Challenge
Saturday, 8 a.m., Christensen Field (16th and Ridge Road Dr., Gate 5 Entrance)
5 Mile Run – 2 Mile Run/Walk. 6:30-7:30 a.m. check-in
Bed Races
Saturday, 3 p.m., 5th & Park Streets.
Check in at 2 p.m. – Races start at 3 p.m., in front of Court House. $20 per team. 5 Person Teams – 4 bed pushers and 1 rider. Must be 18.
Sand Volleyball Tournament
Saturday, 10 a.m., Tow Line (State Lakes) — No Parks Sticker Necessary.
Sponsored by Getzschman Heating and Cooling
Cornhole Tournament
Saturday, 1 p.m., L.A. Fireproof Door Co. (Downtown Fremont).
Historical Community Parade
Sunday, 1:30 p.m. Downtown Fremont
Parade route begins at First & Main Streets, and travels north on Main Street to 11th Street, then east to Clarkson Street.
Pre-Parade Entertainment
Prior to the Parade on Main Street
Omaha Street Percussion and Kokyo Taiko Japanese Drummers