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If you have questions on any of the programs and events, please contact the Extension Office. 
 

 

Livestock Shows

  • Gage County Livestock Showdown - Beatrice - April 25-26, 2026
  • Swine-A-Rama - Albion - May 22, 2026 
  • Goat-A-Rama - Albion - May 23, 2026
  • Sheep-A-Rama - Albion - May 23, 2026
  • Beef-A-Rama - Albion - May 24, 2026 
  • Adams County Progress Show – Beef - Hastings – May 30, 2026
  • Hustler Progress Show - West Point - June 7, 2026
  • South Dakota Swine Summit - Brookings, SD - June 6, 2026
  • Cream of the Crop Dairy Show - West Point - June 13, 2026
  • Red Willow County Progress Show - McCook - June 21, 2026
  • Wheeler County Progress Show - Bartlett - June 20, 2026
  • Adams County Progress Show – Sheep & Goat -Hastings – June 20, 2026

Livestock Clinics & Judging Contests:

Horse:

  • Pitzer Ranch 4-H Horse Judging Contest - Ericson - June 3, 2026
  • 4-H Horse Camp at Fort Robinson State Park - Crawford - June 11-13, 2026
  • Boots & Saddles 4-H Horse Show - Ogallala - June 13, 2026
  • Equine Webinar Series is a great way for 4-H leaders, parents and senior aged youth to gain knowledge in various equine-related topic areas. Each month, a new topic will be covered with various experts joining to share their experience and expertise. 
  • State 4-H Horse Expo will be held July 11-15, 2026 at the Fonner Park in Grand Island.  the Expo includes the state horse show, hippology contest, and horse judging contest as well as additional activities. 


Small Animals:

  • Poultry Showmanship Clinic - Wayne County Fairgrounds - June 2, 2025
  • 4-H Small Animal Progress Show - Holdridge - June 7, 2025
  • Panhandle Dog Show - Mitchell - June 14, 2025
  • Adams County Progress Show - Hastings - June 20, 2026
  • Cat Club is a self-paced learning opportunity offering information about caring for and showing cats. The Cat Club is open to all youth regardless of age, as well as adults and volunteers looking to learn more about cats and the 4-H cat project. The monthly lessons will be made accessible online on the 5th of each month from September through May.