Nebraska State Fair Honey Show

Honey Fair · August 28, 2026 – September 7, 2026 · Grand Island, Nebraska

The Nebraska State Fair's annual honey competition and exhibit at Fonner Park in Grand Island, organized in partnership with the Nebraska Beekeepers Association. Competitive categories include extracted light and dark honey, comb honey, chunk honey, beeswax, and honey-based products. Public honey tasting station features Nebraska wildflower, sweet clover, sunflower, and alfalfa varietals harvested from across the state's diverse prairies and farmlands.

Event Details

Type: Honey Fair
Date: August 28, 2026 – September 7, 2026
Location: Fonner Park, 700 East Stolley Park Road, Grand Island, Nebraska

Official website: Nebraska State Fair Honey Show

What to Expect

Honey fairs showcase the best locally produced honey with judging competitions, vendor exhibits, and opportunities to meet beekeepers and taste regional varieties.

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