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State of Nebraska
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John Mellencamp’s Plain Spoken Tour. Nov. 1. Lied Center for Performing Arts, Lincoln, NE. The Grammy Award winner and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee will perform songs from his acclaimed 2015 album as well as fan favorites. 402-472-4747 –liedcenter.org
The Price is Right Live! Nov. 2. Heartland Events Center, Grand Island, NE. “Come on down” to the hit interactive stage show and play all the most popular games from the longest running game show on television. 308-382-4515 –heartlandeventscenter.com
Ben Folds and a Piano. Nov. 2. Rococo Theatre, Lincoln, NE. The multi-platinum singer-songwriter will delight audiences with a high energy solo performance reminiscent of his earlier tours. 402-476-6540 –rococotheatre.com
Alan Jackson: Keepin’ It Country Tour. Nov. 4. Pinnacle Bank Arena, Lincoln, NE. The country superstar’s 25th anniversary tour will be a celebration of the singer’s career and feature all the hits fans love. 844-854-1450 –pinnaclebank.arenalincoln.com
Veteran’s Day at SAC Museum. Nov. 11. Strategic Air and Space Museum, Ashland, NE. The museum will honor veterans with a program including a keynote speaker, a panel of subject matter experts, and a lunch. Veterans are encouraged to attend the event in uniform. 402-944-3100 –sacmuseum.org
Holiday Trolley Tour of Lights. Dec. 2-3, 9-10, 16-17, 23, 30. Lied Lodge and Conference Center, Nebraska City, NE. The Arbor Day Farm trolley offers one-hour tours of Nebraska City’s best Christmas lights along with a reading of the classic Christmas book, Polar Express. The trolley departs at 6pm. Reservations are suggested. 402-873-8733. –arbordayfarm.org
Gateway Farm Expo. Nov. 16-17. Buffalo County Fairgrounds, Kearney, NE. Over 30 exhibits will showcase the latest technology and product innovations, including a free barbecue lunch. Eight speakers will present the latest innovations in their fields of expertise. 877-720-4885 –gatewayfarmexpo.org
22nd Annual Historical Christmas Dinner and Light Up the Fort. Dec. 3. Fort Robinson State Park, Crawford, NE. Guests will take in the first lighting of the decorations on the historic buildings and enjoy a historical Christmas dinner. 308-665-2900 –outdoornebraska.gov
Christmas Past and Present. Dec. 3. Stuhr Museum of the Prairie Pioneer, Grand Island, NE. The museum’s signature event includes a lamplit tour of Railroad Town, cooking, crafts, live music, and holiday fun for the whole family. 308- 385-5316 –stuhrmuseum.org
Rhapsody in Black. Dec 5. Lied Center for Performing Arts, Lincoln, NE. This thought-provoking production shares the personal journey of actor/writer Leland Gantt as he grows to understand and navigate racism in America. 402-472-4747 –liedcenter.org
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Lorie Line: A Merry Little Christmas Holiday Tour. Dec. 5. Rococo Theatre, Lincoln, NE. One of the most intimate shows in Line’s touring career, this concert will feature classic Christmas songs and a visit from Santa himself. 402-476-6540 –rococotheater.com
Nebraska Power Farming Show. Dec. 6-8. Lancaster Event Center, Lincoln, NE. With more than 2,000 booths and 850 businesses represented, this is the second largest indoor farm show in the country. The show will feature company specials and the promotion of new products and equipment. 402-441-6545 –nebraskapowershow.com
Christmas at the Cody’s. Dec. 16-19. Buffalo Bill Ranch State Park, North Platte, NE. Buffalo Bill’s mansion will be filled with 20 Christmas trees. Guests can enjoy cookies, hot cider, and a visit with Santa. There will also be horse-drawn carriage rides, caroling, and a warm welcome from Buffalo Bill. 308-532-4729 –visitnorthplatte.com
Des Moines
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Amos Lee. Nov. 1. Hoyt Sherman Place, Des Moines, IA. This singer-songwriter’s musical style covers folk, rock, and soul. 515-244-0507 –hoytsherman.org
Warner Bros. Presents: Bugs Bunny at the Symphony II. Nov. 5. Des Moines Civic Center, Des Moines, IA. Experience classic Looney Toons brought to life with soundtracks performed on stage by the Des Moines Symphony. 515-246-2300 –dmsymphony.org
WWI Concert and Exhibit. Nov. 10. Salisbury House, Des Moines, IA. A program of music inspired by or written during World War I, as well as an exhibition of artifacts, will honor veterans and the upcoming centennial of the U.S.’ involvement in the war. 515-274-1777 –salisburyhouse.org
Blue October. Nov. 13. Hoyt Sherman Place, Des Moines, IA. The chart-topping, platinum-selling rock group from Texas will celebrate their newest album by bringing their “Home” tour to the Midwest. 515-244-0507 –hoytsherman.org
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Bill Engvall. Nov. 18. Prairie Meadows Casino Racetrack & Hotel, Altoona, IA. Enjoy a night of laughs with the “Blue Collar Comedy Tour” comedian. 515-967-1000 –prariemeadows.com
Disney On Ice Presents: Passport to Adventure. Nov. 23-27. Wells Fargo Arena, Des Moines, IA. Favorite Disney characters will lead audiences on a journey through each of their magical worlds. 515-564-8300 –iowaeventscenter.com
Kansas City
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Amy Schumer. Nov. 3. Sprint Center, Kansas City, MO. Actress, comedian, writer, director, and producer Amy Schumer brings her hilariously bold comedy routine to the Midwest on one of the final stops of her world tour. 888-929-7849 –sprintcenter.com
The Naked and Famous. Nov. 4. Arvest Bank Theater at the Midland, Kansas City, MO. The indie electronic musical group comes to Kansas City with the release of their latest album, Simple Forms. 816-283-9900 –midlandkc.com
Hannibal Buress. Nov. 10. Arvest Bank Theater at the Midland, Kansas City, MO. Enjoy a night of side-splitting laughter from the Emmy and WGA Award-nominated comedian. 816-283-9900 –midlandkc.com
CBE Hall of Fame Classic. Sprint Center, Nov. 21-22. Kansas City, MO. Top college basketball teams will compete for the College Basketball Experience’s championship title. 888-929-6540 –sprintcenter.com
A Vivid Autumn: Beethoven and Brahms. Nov. 18-20. Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts, Kansas City, MO. Kansas City Symphony presents a night of memorable melodies with timeless appeal. 816-471-0400 –kcsymphony.org
Kenny Rogers. Nov. 25. Silverstein Eye Centers Arena, Independence, MO. The country legend will be stopping in Independence on his “Christmas & Hits Tour.” 816-442-6100 –silversteineyecentersarena.com
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Christmas at the Square. Dec. 3. Coleman Hawkins Park/ Felix Street Square, St. Joseph, MO. Get into the holiday spirit with carriage rides, music, caroling, and shopping in downtown St. Joseph. 800-785-0360 –stjomo.com
Miracle on 34th Street, the Musical. Dec. 9-11. Missouri Theater, St Joseph, MO. Bring the family to see this heartwarming Christmas tradition brought to life in a magical musical performance. 573-882-3781 –stjomo.com
Sioux City
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Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker. Dec. 5. The Sioux City Orpheum, Sioux City, IA. A company of nearly 40 classical ballet dancers and a 60-foot Christmas tree bring tidings of holiday cheer and hope for world peace from Russia. 712-244-5000 –orpheumlive.com
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer—The Musical. Dec. 11. The Sioux City Orpheum, Sioux City, IA. The classic holiday adventure takes the stage with heartwarming music and lovable characters bringing holiday spirit to the whole family. 712-244-5000 –orpheumlive.com
Sioux City Symphony Orchestra: España! Featuring Sharon Isbin. Nov. 12. The Sioux City Orpheum, Sioux City, IA. n evening of the romantic melodies and rhythms of Spain. 712-244-5000 –orpheumlive.com
Sioux Falls
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Parade of Lights. Nov. 25. Phillips Avenue in Sioux Falls, SD. Lighted holiday floats and music will parade through downtown Sioux Falls to bring in the holiday season. –visitsiouxfalls.com
Alicia Olatuja. Nov. 18. Sioux Falls Orpheum Theater, Sioux Falls, SD. Fresh off of her stunning JazzFest 2015 performance, the gospel, soul, jazz, and classical music extraordinaire will return to Sioux Falls. 605-367-4616 –visitsiouxfalls.com
Twilight Flights. Dec. 2-17. Strawbale Winery, Renner, SD. Experience a helicopter ride to see the holiday lights of Sioux Falls and Winter Wonderland at Falls Park from above. Tickets include wines, appetizers, flight, and dessert. 605-543-5071 –strawbalewinery.com
