

# Live Music in Kearney, NE | Gigs, Bands & Nights Out

- **Subtitle**: Find live music in Kearney, Nebraska tonight, tomorrow and this weekend. Discover gigs, bands and open-mic nights at bars and venues near you.
- **Category**: Live Music
- **Type**: other

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## About

For the ones whose heart beats for music, live music events are something that you will absolutely enjoy. Groove on the most upbeat songs and enjoy the best of live music in Kearney. You will find music of all kinds and genres, discover the ones that fit your interests and enjoy the spellbinding surroundings near you. You will be in a constant dilemma what to choose and what to drop, because there is music beating all around the city. From jazz nights at the jazz clubs to soulful musical events at the best live music venues in Kearney.
Discover all the mesmerizing and all the heavy & loud music events near you.

## Live Music Events in Kearney

- **Event Name**: Blue Violin's Retro Rock & Roll Christmas
  - **Description**: An 80s Holiday Spectacular - Music By Bon Jovi - Michael Jackson - Van Halen - and Christmas Favorites.

After sold-out performances from the Sydney Opera House to Prague, Carnegie Hall to Iceland, America’s Christmas Soundtrack Returns with international
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  - **Date**: Wed Dec 02 2026 at 07:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kearney/blue-violins-retro-rock-and-roll-christmas/200030838670913
  - **Venue**: Merryman Performing Arts Center
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  - **Categories**: music, entertainment, holiday, concerts, live-music, art, magic-show
- **Event Name**: GRAVITY - Three WICKED voices make one Gravity Defying show
  - **Description**: Gravity brings together three of the West End’s most glamorous and celebrated leading ladies for an unforgettable evening combining powerhouse vocals and wicked harmonies to celebrate the greatest music and divas of all time. Inspired by Wicked and other
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  - **Date**: Tue Jan 26 2027 at 07:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kearney/gravity-three-wicked-voices-make-one-gravity-defying-show/200030566769706
  - **Venue**: 225 W 22nd St, Kearney, NE, United States, Nebraska 68845
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  - **Categories**: live-music, storytelling
- **Event Name**: Southern Nights
  - **Description**: The World Theatre is proud to welcome Southern Nights back to Downtown Kearney!

♫ Southern Nights makes the crowd shout “Free Bird!!” more than ever before! The tribute band is composed of experienced musicians who are passionate about southern rock musi
  - **Date**: Sat Jan 23 2027 at 07:30 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kearney/southern-nights/200030990894211
  - **Venue**: 2318 Central Ave, Kearney, NE, United States, Nebraska 68847
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  - **Categories**: Music, Entertainment, Concerts, performances, Art, Theatre
- **Event Name**: New Years Eve with The Darts & CrazyHorses
  - **Description**: Bring in 2027 with local legends the Darts + special guests tba 
9pm // 21 +
  - **Date**: Thu Dec 31 2026 at 09:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kearney/new-years-eve-with-the-darts-and-crazyhorses/200030787018135
  - **Venue**: 15 E 24th Street, Kearney, NE
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- **Event Name**: Plant Health Challenge Results Banquet
  - **Description**: SAVE THE DATE 🌽 February 6, 2027

We put our programs to the test across Nebraska fields this season, and yield data is starting to come in. Mark your calendar to see what we found.
Join us for the 2026 Plant Health Challenge Results Banquet at Younes Con
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  - **Date**: Sat Feb 06 2027 at 03:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kearney/plant-health-challenge-results-banquet/200030900024734
  - **Venue**: Younes Conference Center North
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  - **Categories**: Contests, Music, health-wellness, Entertainment
- **Event Name**: "El Camino Tour" w/ Collin Donley | Cory Waller & The Wicked Things
  - **Description**: Collin Donley returns to Joe's on the El Camino tour! Join us in celebrating Collin's new music release in Kearney, NE! Support from Cory Waller &amp; the Wicked things!

Thursday, November 12th, 2026 / 8pm / 21+

TICKETS: https://outhousetickets.com/even
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  - **Date**: Thu Nov 12 2026 at 08:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kearney/el-camino-tour-w-collin-donley-cory-waller-and-the-wicked-things/200030459439205
  - **Venue**: 2023 1st Ave, Kearney, NE, United States, Nebraska 68847
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  - **Categories**: music, entertainment, country-music-festivals, live-music, storytelling
- **Event Name**: Starfish Gala 2027
  - **Description**: Save the date!

💙 Starfish Gala – February 13, 2027 💙 Younes Conference Center, Kearney NE

Join us in celebrating Lathan while raising awareness &amp; support for rare diseases and raising money for our non-profit organization Go Blue for 18q! 

Bring th
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  - **Date**: Sat Feb 13 2027 at 05:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kearney/starfish-gala-2027/200030901723044
  - **Venue**: Younes Conference Center North
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  - **Categories**: music, art, fine-arts, entertainment, business, live-music, kids, conferences

## Trending Events in Kearney

- **Event Name**: Lincoln Stars at Tri-City Storm at Viaero Event Center
  - **Venue**: Viaero Event Center
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- **Event Name**: Gateway Farm Expo
  - **Description**: Welcome to the Gateway Farm Expo, an esteemed annual event that has been celebrated for 55 years, showcasing the agricultural industry and connecting exhibitors with patrons. This year's expo will take place at the Buffalo County Fairgrounds in Kearney, U
  - **Venue**: Buffalo County Fairgrounds
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- **Event Name**: Tri-City Storm vs. Omaha Lancers
  - **Description**: Nearby AttractionsTri-City Storm has 42 upcoming events.Omaha Lancers has 44 upcoming events.Seatmaphttps://content.resale.ticketmaster.com/graphics/TMResale/2/VenueMaps/3735-29853-2-1-ViaeroEventCenter
  - **Venue**: Viaero Event Center
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- **Event Name**: 15th Annual Kearney Turkey Trot
  - **Description**: Start Thanksgiving with a little fresh air, friendly competition, and lots of fun!

The 15th Annual Turkey Trot is a Thanksgiving morning tradition for runners, walkers, families, friends, and everyone in between.

Choose the 4-Mile, 1-Mile, or Tot Trot,
  - **Venue**: Kearney High School Stadium
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- **Event Name**: A Celtic Christmas by A Taste of Ireland at Merryman Performing Arts Center
  - **Venue**: Merryman Performing Arts Center
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- **Event Name**: Omaha Lancers at Tri-City Storm at Viaero Event Center
  - **Venue**: Viaero Event Center
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- **Event Name**: Howler Comedy Takeover Tour at Kearney
  - **Description**: Catch the Kearney stop on November 12th at Kinkaider Brewing/ Bierhaus Maisschaler Kearney. Starring stand-up comedian Bret Ernst and featurAbout this EventThe Howler Comedy Takeover Tour
  - **Venue**: Kinkaider Brewing Co & Bierhaus Maisschaler
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- **Event Name**: Holiday Light Festival 2026
  - **Description**: The City of Kearney Park and Recreation Department is hosting the 9th Annual Holiday Light Festival at Yanney Heritage Park! Visit Yanney Heritage Park between 5:30-8:30PM Wednesday, December 9 through Saturday, December 19. The trees along the walkway fr
  - **Venue**: Yanney Heritage Park
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- **Event Name**: Annual Meeting & Convention 2026
  - **Description**: Join Nebraska Farm Bureau members from across the state December 6–8 in Kearney for the 2026 Annual Meeting &amp; Convention!

Three days of discussion, leadership, networking and celebration will bring members together to help shape the future of Nebrask
  - **Venue**: Younes Conference Center South Kearney NE
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Live Music events in Kearney?
  - **A:** Blue Violin's Retro Rock & Roll Christmas (Wed Dec 02 2026 at 07:00 pm at Merryman Performing Arts Center), GRAVITY - Three WICKED voices make one Gravity Defying show (Tue Jan 26 2027 at 07:00 pm at 225 W 22nd St, Kearney, NE, United States, Nebraska 68845), Southern Nights (Sat Jan 23 2027 at 07:30 pm at 2318 Central Ave, Kearney, NE, United States, Nebraska 68847), New Years Eve with The Darts & CrazyHorses (Thu Dec 31 2026 at 09:00 pm at 15 E 24th Street, Kearney, NE), Plant Health Challenge Results Banquet (Sat Feb 06 2027 at 03:00 pm at Younes Conference Center North).
- **Q**: What Live Music events are happening in Kearney in November 2026?
  - **A:** "El Camino Tour" w/ Collin Donley | Cory Waller & The Wicked Things (Thu Nov 12 2026 at 08:00 pm at 2023 1st Ave, Kearney, NE, United States, Nebraska 68847).
- **Q**: How can I find Live Music events in Kearney?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Live Music events in Kearney on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Live Music events in Kearney?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Live Music events in Kearney?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Live Music events in Kearney include Merryman Performing Arts Center, 225 W 22nd St, Kearney, NE, United States, Nebraska 68845, 2318 Central Ave, Kearney, NE, United States, Nebraska 68847.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Live Music events in Kearney?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Live Music events in Kearney include Blue Violin, Merryman Performing Arts Center, The World Theatre.
- **Q**: What types of Live Music events can I find in Kearney?
  - **A:** You can explore a variety of live music sub-genres and styles including Hip Hop Music, House Music, Classical Music, Afrobeats, Bachata and more.
- **Q**: Are there any online Live Music events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Live Music events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Live Music events in Kearney?
  - **A:** Follow the Live Music category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Live Music events are listed in Kearney.

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