Welcome to Kearney!

Let’s start with the basics…
Kearney pronounced
/ˈkärnē/ (car + knee)
CITY IN NEBRASKA

1. A colorful and exciting city situated in the heart of the Heartland.

2. The Sandhill Crane Capital of the World

Now that we got that out of the way, here are a dozen things you ought to know about Kearney.

About Kearney

Featured Events

Tri-City Storm Hockey

April 23

Central Nebraska Indoor Auto Show

April 24

Bird Walk Along the Platte

May 1 & 2

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Experience One of the Earth’s Greatest Migrations

Experience the sites and sounds of the world’s largest gathering of Sandhill Cranes during their spring migration through central Nebraska. Each spring over 650,000 Sandhill Cranes converge on the Platte River from mid-February to early-April to fuel up before continuing their journey to the northern US, Canada, Alaska, and as far as Siberia.

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Sandhill Cranes

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#visitkearney Picture yourself in Kearney

💛Kearney is my happy place💛 Have you checked…

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Apr 16

💛Kearney is my happy place💛 Have you checked out the 𝙎𝙝𝙤𝙥 𝙆𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙣𝙚𝙮 𝙎𝙝𝙤𝙬𝙧𝙤𝙤𝙢 yet? We are loving all the designs brought to you by the @kearneychamber, local artists & screen printing partners!!

The shop is only open for a limited time - shop now >>> https://www.kearneycoc.org/shop #kearneynebraska #shopkearney #kearneyismyhappyplace

It is #nationalgrilledcheeseday and just another …

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Apr 13

It is #nationalgrilledcheeseday and just another reason to crave one of these dangerously delicious grilled cheese sandwiches from @thecraftydogkearney 🤤🤤🤤 definitely not how your mama used to make them!!

#tastekearney #kearneyne #kearneynebraska #grilledcheese #cheeeeese

Party on the Platte last night on our guided tour …

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Apr 1

Party on the Platte last night on our guided tour at @rowesanctuary If you have not experience the #sandhillcranemigration it definitely needs to be on your #bucketlist #nebraska #sandhillcranes #platteriver #kearneynebraska #visitkearney

It's another rainy day & weather like …

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Mar 23

It's another rainy day & weather like this calls for a good coffee, & we know where to find one! @kittskitchenandcoffee in Downtown Kearney, here you will find In-house roasted beans, homemade syrups, hand-pressed teas, & a variety of tasty beverages. But did you know Kitt's also offers delicious food & baked goods? (Just look at those photos 🤤🤤 ) All that in an amazing atmosphere, both inside & out on their patio.

#TastebudTuesday #tastekearney #visitkearney #coffee #kearneynebraska #downtownkearney

Cranes & Trains 📷 Spring migration 2021
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Mar 19

Cranes & Trains 📷 Spring migration 2021
#nebraska #sandhillcranes #cranecapital #kearneynebraska #visitkearney #visitnebraska

Welcome to Kearney State Speech participates, …

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Mar 18

Welcome to Kearney State Speech participates, coaches, judges & fans! Nearly 1,000 students will be competing today & tomorrow here at Kearney High & Horizon Middle School. Good luck & enjoy your time in #kearneynebraska @nsaahome #visitkearney #statespeech2021 #statespeechnebraska

@worldtheatre is back and better than before! …

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Mar 16

@worldtheatre is back and better than before! Swipe to see more of their amazing renovation including new seating & concessions in the balcony, swanky lounge area & the Sweet Shop!! The World is now showing movies Friday-Sunday, get your tickets online at theworldtheatre.org #visitkearney #downtownkearney #onthebricks #restoration #nebraska #theatre #sweetshop

Perfect evening for watching and listening to …

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Mar 10

Perfect evening for watching and listening to these prehistoric birds make their way to the Platte River.
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#sandhillcranes #sandhillcranemigration #migration #birdsofinstagram #birdmigration #bird #birdlovers #birding #nature #naturephotography #wildlife #wildlifephotography #nebraska #visitnebraska #visitgrandisland #visitkearney #savingcranes cranetrustnvc

Get a taste of Kearney at the @thealleyrose – …

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Mar 10

Get a taste of Kearney at the @thealleyrose - which has been a local favorite for over 30 years!! Here you will find chef crafted specials and unique eats both for lunch and dinner. Alley Rose brings fine-dining, a wow-worthy salad/soup bar and a wide selection of wine and cocktails, together in an one-of-a-kind atmosphere in Downtown Kearney!

#TastebudTuesday #tastekearney #kearneyne #kearneynebraska #onthebricks #alleyrose #downtownkearney

Newbee crane watcher? No problem, we have …

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Mar 9

Newbee crane watcher? No problem, we have self-guided tours to help make ‘flying solo’ easy! Try one of our suggested tours or use the map to create your own.
https://visitkearney.org/self-guided-crane-tours/ #visitkearney #sandhillcrane #visitnebraska #greatmigration #kearneynebraska #takeflight

All Nebraska. All the time. That's the motto …

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Mar 3

All Nebraska. All the time. That's the motto at @mccuesnebraskataproom in historic Downtown Kearney. Find a wide range of #beer, #wine, cider & spirits all made in our great state! McCue's is a must-visit for those who want to have a taste of the Good Life in a comfortable yet cool environment.

#TastebudTuesday #visitkearney #nebraska #tastekearney #onthebricks #drinklocal #thegoodlife @downtownkearney

This weekend wrapped up the 30th annual Nebraska …

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Feb 22

This weekend wrapped up the 30th annual Nebraska Cattlemen’s Classic in Kearney, congratulations to all the winners and thanks for visiting #kearneynebraska

#visitkearney #nebraska #cattlemensclassic @buffalocofair

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