Nebraska Official State Travel Guide - Nebraska 2026 Official State Travel Guide
Agritourism
2025-11-14 09:28:50
Feel the Charm of the Farm
The land means something in Nebraska. Our rich soil has led the state to become one of the premier agricultural producers in the nation. In fact, we’ve got nearly 45,000 farms to prove it. With all that farmland comes a bounty of fresh products and naturally made goods. Come sample the fruits (and cheeses, wines, craft beer, popcorn and, of course, prime Nebraska beef) of our labor. Agriculture truly is a labor of love here.
Sips of Nebraska
Unwind at a winery or a brewery.
Taste the homegrown and craft-made concoctions of the land on a Nebraska brewery and winery tour.
WINERIES
PAPA MOON VINEYARDS & WINERY, Scottsbluff • Pair your barbecue dinner with a glass of house wine or hard cider at Papa Moon Vineyards’ headquarters, or spend a summer evening relaxing and sipping around the fire on their farm.
NIOBRARA VALLEY VINEYARDS, Nenzel • Enjoy award-winning, small-batch wines on a working cattle ranch in the Sandhills. Learn more about the winery and its grape-growing practices on a winery tour.
BROKEN ARROW CELLARS, Imperial • This Imperial tasting room is your Southwest Nebraska stop for a variety of red, white and rosé wines, as well as craft brews from Hanging Horseshoe Brewing Co.
PRAIRIE CREEK VINEYARD & WINERY, Central City • From the semi-sweet edelweiss white to lighter-bodied marquette red, the selection at Prairie Creek is sure to please any palate.
JUNTO WINE, Seward • Grab a seat on the patio and enjoy live music, food trucks and views of the vineyard while sipping a glass from Junto’s featured wine list.
SOARING WINGS VINEYARD, Springfield • Just a quick trip from Omaha, Soaring Wings offers a relaxing countryside atmosphere with live music, butcher’s board charcuterie and house wines ranging from fortified reds to sweet bubbles.
NISSEN FAMILY VINEYARDS, Hartington • Along the Outlaw Trail National Scenic Byway, this family vineyard features a selection of wines named after the very outlaws that rambled this region.
OLD DEPOT VINEYARD & WINERY, Brady • Visit this train depot-turned-winery for a selection of wood-fired pizzas, charcuterie boards and six house-made wines crafted from locally sourced grapes.
BREWERIES
FLYOVER BREWING COMPANY, Scottsbluff • The Nebraska Panhandle’s first brewery pairs its drafts with woodfired pizzas and handhelds.
MONOLITHIC BREWING, Omaha • With a rotating series of sours, session hazy IPAs and other small-batch seasonal drafts, Monolithic Brewing offers inventive craft beers found only in its taproom.
BOLO BEER CO., Valentine • From the Lowline mosaic session IPA to the Smoked Rye pale ale, sample the beers of the Sandhills from Bolo Beer Co.
ZIPLINE BREWING CO., Lincoln • With 25 beers on draft at the taproom, mouthwatering recipes at the Tap & Grill and a relaxing, rustic Beer Lounge, Zipline Brewing offers craft-brew experiences for every style.
APESHIP BREWING, North Platte • This nautical-themed brewery in downtown North Platte brings you European-inspired beers from the taproom’s repurposed boat-turned-bar.
WHITE ELM BREWING COMPANY, Lincoln • Head to this Lincoln taproom for pint nights, trivia and an excellent lineup of craft brews every night of the week.
LUCKY BUCKET BREWING CO., La Vista • Stop in for a brewery tour and tasting of seasonal and limited-edition brews, as well as spirits from Cut Spike Distillery.
UPPER ROOM BREWERY, Kearney • Working up a thirst around Kearney? Visit Upper Room to try Christian-themed brews, like the Covenant amber ale, Puritan IPA and St. Patrick’s Charm Irish dry stout.
FEATURED EVENTS
TOAST Nebraska May & November
Wine, wine and more wine — that’s what’s in store at Nebraska’s premier wine festival in Omaha’s Stinson Park in Aksarben Village. Grab your tasting glass and try a variety of wines from local Nebraska winemakers. Expect live music, educational sessions, food trucks and vendors, too, at this two-day May fest. Can’t make it to the spring festival? Mark your calendar for the one-day holiday edition in November at Fonner Park in Grand Island.
Sip Nebraska May & September
Wine lovers, beer buffs and craft-beverage connoisseurs are in for a treat with Sip Nebraska. Celebrate the state’s best wine, beer, spirits and ciders at not one, but two seasonal tasting experiences. The two-day spring festival is held each May at Eugene T. Mahoney State Park in Ashland, while the fall fest is set every September at Haymarket Park in Lincoln.
Nebraska Made
Product Photos Courtesy of: Grow Nebraska® and Wax Buffalo
BAKER’S CANDIES, Greenwood
Sample Nebraska’s signature candy, the chocolate meltaway, from the confectionery where it originated.
APPLE HOUSE MARKET AT ARBOR DAY FARM, Nebraska City
Find wines, jams, sparkling apple cider, farm-grown fruit, apple pie and seasonal gifts at Apple House Market.
UNL DAIRY STORE, Lincoln
Order a scoop of Scarlet & Cream or Butter Brickle ice cream as you shop the handmade dairy products here.
OGALLALA BAY RUM, Ogallala
Choose from a selection of Bay Rum bath products, including aftershave, cologne, body wash, beard oil, shampoo and deodorant.
NEBRASKA STAR BEEF, Holdrege
Steaks, brisket, ground beef, jerky and prime rib — this is your one-stop shop for premium Nebraska Angus beef.
DOUBLE K POPCORN, Valentine
Try Double K’s gourmet popcorn, including flavors like butter, natural, picante and kettle corn.
ELY FARMS, Grafton
Grab a jar of pickled favorites, like the baby corn, green beans, okra and their signature asparagus.
NUTT FAMILY JAMS & JELLIES, Ravenna
For hand-stirred jams and jellies made from fresh produce, try the Nutt Family Country Market.
SIMPLY SUNFLOWER, Ord
Simply Sunflower cold presses its seeds without chemicals to provide all-natural sunflower oil.
WAX BUFFALO, Lincoln
Cocktails + Candles — yes, please! Craft your very own candle in The Candle Lab while sipping craft bevs from The Small Bar at Wax Buffalo.
JISA’S FARMSTEAD CHEESE, Brainard
From Gouda and jalapeño to smoked bacon and Havarti, build your own custom bundle of farm-fresh cheeses.
CLEAN SLATE SOAP, Beatrice
Using locally sourced goat milk, Clean Slate offers handmade, small-batch soap and lotion.
FROM NEBRASKA GIFT SHOP, Lincoln
This gift shop offers books, jewelry, clothing, mugs, wine, snack boxes and more Nebraska-made souvenirs.
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