Capitol Events

Out of Darkness Walk

Capitol Grounds

The University of Nebraska Lincoln's Out of the Darkness group and the American Foundation of Suicide Prevention Nebraska will gather at the University City Campus Union at 12:00 p.m. on … Continued

Nebraska Worker’s Memorial Day Vigil

Capitol Grounds

The United States Department of Labor's Office of Occupational Safety and Health Administration recognizes a day to remember fallen and injured workers in Nebraska nd across the United States. Nebraska's … Continued

Mayor’s Run

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The Lincoln Track Club will host thousands of students in a 1 mile Fun Run around the Capitol on May 3. Students from different age groups will run at different times beginning at 8:00 a.m. Roads around the Capitol will be closed for this event.

Pony Express Ride for Mental Health Awareness

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Families Inspiring Families will hold a rally on the north plaza of the Nebraska State Capitol on Saturday May 17 from 12:30 - 3:00 p.m.. A motorcycle 'Pony Express' will bring letters supporting children's mental health to be delivered to government leaders during the event.

Breast Cancer Awareness Rally

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The Nebraska Oncology Society will host a rally and march around the Capitol at 7:00 p.m. on Friday October 3, 2025. The weather dependent event on the West Plaza will draw attention to the importance of breast cancer screening.

Drug Prevention Month

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The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services will have the exterior tower of the Capitol lit red  on October 24, 2025 to raise awareness for Drug Prevention Month.