September 11, 2026
Hey Hastings, it's your Pulse editor here with the week's can't-miss events. We've got kid-run markets popping up twice, drag racing action on Thursday, and a chance to safely stare at the sun. Grab your calendar and let's go.
Events & things to do in Hastings, NE
Your guide to curated Hastings events, dining, and happenings.
September 11, 2026
Hey Hastings, it's your Pulse editor here with the week's can't-miss events. We've got kid-run markets popping up twice, drag racing action on Thursday, and a chance to safely stare at the sun. Grab your calendar and let's go.
September 9, 2026
Hey Hastings, here's your pulse for the week. From kiddos running the market at Cooper Park to grudge racing and an intimate listening room set, there's something for every kind of local. Mark your calendar and come say hi.
September 8, 2026
Hey Hastings, it's your Friday pulse. This week's lineup is short but sweet: kiddos running the market at Cooper Park's Porch Jam, plus a chance to peek at local redevelopment plans. Grab a neighbor and get out there.
September 4, 2026
Hey Hastings, here's your pulse for the week. We're kicking off with karting on Sunday, then you get a school-free Monday to recover. And don't miss the kids market at Cooper Park the following Sunday, it's a local favorite.
September 2, 2026
Hey Hastings! This week serves up a little something for everyone: cozy live music, high-speed kart action, and a well-earned day off for the kiddos. Here's your pulse on what's happening around town.
August 19, 2026
Hey Hastings, grab your calendar. This week serves up smoky 'que, blooming gardens, live tunes under the summer sky, and plenty of horsepower. From a board meeting to a car show, there's a little something for everyone. Dig in below.
August 17, 2026
Hey Hastings, get ready for a packed week of melons, motors, and music. From garden tours to go-karts, there's something for everyone. Don't miss Do the 'Que all day Saturday or the Summer Sounds concert at dusk.
August 14, 2026
Hey Hastings, Kool-Aid Days is here and it's bringing pickleball, parades, and disc golf to every corner of town. After that we slide into the first bell and a weekend of barbecue, gardens, and motors. Here's your no-fluff lineup.
August 12, 2026
Howdy, Hastings! The biggest weekend of the year is upon us. From the iconic Kool-Aid Days festival to high-octane Grudge Drags, there's something for everyone. Read on for all the sweet details, plus back-to-school info and more.
August 10, 2026
Hey Hastings! Get ready for a jam-packed week, headlined by the return of Kool-Aid Days. We've got three days of sugary fun, pickleball and disc golf showdowns, and the beloved parade. Plus, rev your engines for Grudge Drags, and don't forget the first day of school!