Capitol Events
World Day Against the Death Penalty
Nebraskans for Alternatives to the Death Penalty will gather on the North Plaza of the Capitol on Sunday October 10, 2021 from 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Indigenous Peoples/Columbus Day Holiday
State offices will be closed in observation of the holiday. The Capitol will be open holiday hours 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. for free guided public tours.
Governor’s Excellence in State Service
2nd Floor RotundaGovernor Pete Ricketts will honor Nebraska state employee's for their years of service in a day long 2nd floor rotunda program on Friday October 22, 2021.
Virtual Probation Officer Swearing-in Ceremony
The Administrative Offices of the Court and Probation will be swearing in new Probation Officers in a virtual ceremony on Friday October 22, 2021 at 1:30 p.m.
Red Ribbon Week
Capitol GroundsThe Drug Enforcement Administration - Omaha Division will raise awareness of the problems of drug use facing Nebraska communities with the Go Red for Red Ribbon drug-free life campaign kick-off with the Capitol tower being illuminated with red light.
Day of the Dead Exhibit
First Floor DisplayThe Nebraska Latino-American Commission will have an exhibit in the Capitol 1st floor rotunda to educate the public about the Day of the Dead holiday tradition.
Governor’s Excellence in State Service Ceremony
2nd Floor RotundaGovernor Pete Ricketts will honor Nebraska State employees for their years of service in the afternoon on October 27, 2021 in the Capitol 2nd floor Rotunda at 1:00 p.m.
Licensing Ceremony
2nd Floor RotundaThe Nebraska Board of Engineers and Architects will hold a ceremony for first-time licensed architects and engineers in the Capitol 2nd floor Rotunda on Friday November 5, 2021 at 3:00 … Continued
2021 Veterans Parade
Capitol GroundsThe Lincoln Veterans Parade Group will hold the annual parade to honor Nebraska's veterans on Sunday November 7, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. The parade will begin at 21st and and … Continued
Veterans Day Holiday
State Offices will be closed but the Capitol will be open for free guided tours from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.