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18th Annual Expo at Ponca State Park

September 16-17, 2023

Visit scenic Ponca State Park on September 16-17, 2023 for the annual Missouri River Outdoor Expo! This year’s expo will be open to the public from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., both days. A state park entry permit is required upon entry and can be purchased online or at the gate entrance.

Activities

With more than 100 free activities planned, there is something for everyone to touch, see and do.

• Kayaking
• Contests
• Demonstrations
• Rock climbing
• Vendors
• Wildlife

• Shooting
• Fishing
• Dog shows
• Cooking
• Entertainers
• and so much more!

Schedule of Events

Coming soon!

Map

Download Expo Map

Youth Half Price Lifetime Permit Drawing

Those who attend the Missouri River Outdoor Expo are eligible to enter a youth into our Youth Half Price Lifetime Permit Drawing program, which gives Nebraska youth age 15 and younger the opportunity to purchase a lifetime hunt, fish and other permits for half price.

Get involved

This free family friendly weekend is made possible through the support of generous sponsors, educational exhibitors, over hundreds of dedicated volunteers, and thousands of visitors.

To get involved as a sponsor, please call 402-755-2284 or send an email.