Upcoming Events
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29TH ANNUAL FNBO CHILI COOK OFF
Friday, October 4 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | FNBO | 201 N Dewey
$10 per person includes beverages and unlimited chili tasting
Join us at FNBO in the North Platte Canteen District as they present the 29th annual Chili Cook-Off. This event has kicked off the Mid-Plains United Way Giving Campaign for almost 30 years and features the best chili tasting in our 16-county service area.
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Donations determine best chili, best booth, and the lucky victim to get a pie in the face!
Team Information
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​Use your own recipe to compete for best chili
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Please provide 1 or 2 roasters for chili samples-dressings and complimentary beverages are allowed
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Decorate your booth-or yourself-in your choice of theme
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Booths must fit a 10x10 space-no vehicles allowed
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Booth positions will be determined by drawing and sent to you
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1 table and 2 chairs will be provided
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Please bring your own labeled heavy duty extension cord
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Set-up begins at 10 a.m. Serving starts at 11:30 a.m. and continues until 1:30 p.m.
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Spoons and bowls for tasting will be provided
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Awards will take place at 1:30 p.m. for Best Chili-People's Choice and Best Booth
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Registration is limited to 20 teams
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Past Events
Blue Sky Invitational
Monday, August 26 | 11 a.m. Shotgun Start (Central Time) | Dismal River Club Mullen, NE
Join us at the beautiful Dismal River Club for a day of unbeatable golf, networking, and an opportunity to support a worthy cause. 100% of the funds raised will be given to our 2024-25 partner agencies. Your participation will help us raise funds to support vital programs and services in our community. We hope you can join us for this memorable day of philanthropy.
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Our tournament is a 4-man scramble on the challenging Red Course at the Dismal River Club. There is one round of 18 holes with prizes available to win at each hole. Mulligans, Tee Ups and Magic Putts will be available to purchase. Participants will be treated to a delicious awards dinner after tournament play is complete. Registration also includes a boxed lunch, gift and three drink tickets for each entry.
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All participants may extend their stay at the Dismal River Club. Accommodations are available on Sunday and Monday nights. Extra rounds of golf are available Sunday and Tuesday. Call the Club at 308-546-2900 for more information.
Let's Pull Together! Human Tractor Pull
Tuesday, June 18 | 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. | N Bailey Ave Between 4th and 5th Streets
Next to the NEBRASKALand Days Lincoln County Cattlemen Prime Rib Feed
Bring your team of 4-6 and show we can move mountains (or tractors) when we work together! Join Mid-Plains United Way for our inaugural human tractor pull. Teams will race against the clock-and each other-to win the tractor pull champion title.
This is a terrific opportunity for businesses, ranches, fire departments, police departments, schools and families to show who can "pull together" the best.
As a fundraiser for both Mid-Plains United Way and your own cause, teams are asked to guarantee a contribution of $300 to Mid-Plains United Way and crowdfund via social media like Facebook fundraisers for your own cause. Registration includes a t-shirt and Prime Rib Feed ticket for each participant.
All participants must complete a photo/video release and liability waiver prior to the event.
3rd Annual Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, March 30 | 3-5 p.m. | Pals Brewing Company
Presented by Pals Brewing Company. Kids Hunts will be at Noon and 1 p.m. Each round will be $5. From 3-5 p.m., adults 21 and over are invited to celebrate spring and March Madness at our annual Easter Egg Hunt featuring 4 rounds of hunting and our Elite "EGG" Raffle. Over $2k in prizes are waiting for you to find them! Take your chances with the Elite "EGG" Raffle and try to win a Big Green Egg Smoker/Grill/Pizza Oven, a Solo Stove Pizza Oven or $250. Adult Easter Egg Hunt Tickets are $10/Round. 1 Elite "Egg" Raffle Ticket is $10/Each. 3 Elite "Egg" Raffle Tickets are $20/Pack of 3. Tickets may be purchased at the event or by contacting Haven Smith at 308-532-8870.
Mardi Gras Cafe
Saturday, February 10, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Sunday, February 11, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. |
After shopping at the Triple Bee Pre-Spring Sting Flea Market, join us for a Mardi Gras inspired menu bringing the flavor of New Orleans to North Platte!
Kendra Gives Back Event with
Kendra Scott Jewelry
Thursday, February 1-Friday, February 2 | Online Event
Use Code: GIVEBACK - FSUED
VALENTINE'S DAY is just around the corner! Give your someone special something beautiful from Kendra Scott Jewelry AND help your community at the same time. On February 1 and 2, Kendra Scott will donate 20% of all online sales to Mid-Plains United Way for those using Code: GIVEBACK - FSUED at check-out.
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Holiday Cafe
December 16-17 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | D&N Center
After shopping at the Triple Bee Holiday Craft & Vendor Show, come on in, grab a seat, and let us serve you a warm and comforting meal.
Gift Wrapping Station
Friday, December 8-Sunday, December 10 | 10 a.m.-6 p.m. | Walmart
Take a deserved break and let us wrap your holiday gifts. Wrapping is $5 per present. You can also call ahead and schedule a wrapping appointment at 308-532-8870. All proceeds benefit Mid-Plains United Way and our 11 North Platte partner agencies
The Giving Tree
December 1-20 | FNBO 201 N Dewey St | North Platte, NE
Visit The Giving Tree at FNBO, choose a tag and make a child's Christmas wish come true. Gifts will be presented to children from HOPE Esperanza and Nebraska Youth Center.
Giving Tuesday
Tuesday, November 28 | Donate at North Platte Giving Day and choose Mid-Plains United Way
Celebrate the spirit of giving by encouraging people to donate to their favorite causes and organizations. Whether you're passionate about education, health, social services, or the arts, there's a cause for everyone to support.
Veterans Day Parade
Saturday, November 11 | 11 a.m. | North Platte Canteen District
North Platte Downtown Association will be hosting the annual Veterans Day Parade in the Canteen District. The regular parade route will be used: North down Dewey Street to Sixth, east to Bailey, south on Bailey back to East A Street.