- Kayaking
- Contests
- Demonstrations
- Rock climbing
- Vendors
- Wildlife demonstrations
- Outdoor cooking trailer
Missouri River Outdoor Expo
September 20-21, 2025 | Ponca State Park
The Missouri River Outdoor Expo is the largest outdoor expo in the Midwest. Join us at Ponca State Park for two days of family-friendly outdoor activities, including wildlife encounters, fishing, kayaking, archery, camping skills, local entertainment, cooking demonstrations, contests, food and local goods vendors, craftsmanship demonstrations and much more!
20th Annual Outdoor Expo
Join us to celebrate the 20th annual Missouri River Outdoor Expo at scenic Ponca State Park on September 20-21, 2025!
Activities
With more than 100 free activities planned, there is something for everyone to touch, see and do.
- Mountain biking
- Shooting sports
- Fishing
- Dog shows
- Cooking demonstrations
- Entertainers
- And so much more!
Bob’s Bar’s Epic Burger Challenge
Sign up for a delicious culinary challenge, Bob’s Bar’s Epic Burger Challenge, at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 21. Don’t wait — space is limited to the first 12 participants who sign up for the contest in the form below. Participants must be at least 16 years of age. The person to quickest consume an 11-ounce burger, mountain of fries and large drink wins a two-night stay at a Ponca State Park mini-lodge.
Half-Price Youth Lifetime Permit Drawing
Each year, those who attend the Missouri River Outdoor Expo will be eligible to enter a youth into our half-price lifetime permit drawing, which gives Nebraska youth age 15 and younger the opportunity to purchase a lifetime hunt, fish and other permits for half price. The online entry form will be available during the expo for those who attend.
Become a vendor
If you have an outdoor-related product to sell, you have the potential to reach thousands of people in one weekend! This is a great way to meet customers face-to-face and increase your exposure and brand recognition. Vendor space is limited and all vendors must be approved by the Missouri River Outdoor Expo Advisory Board.
Get involved
This free family friendly weekend is made possible through the support of generous sponsors, educational exhibitors, over hundreds of dedicated volunteers, and thousands of visitors.
Join us as a volunteer for the Missouri River Outdoor Expo at Ponca State Park and help inspire others, learn new skills, and enjoy a rewarding experience in nature.
Our sponsors
It is through the generous support of our sponsors that the Missouri River Outdoor Expo remains free to the public. This fun-filled, family-friendly weekend is made possible through the help and support of sponsors, educational exhibitors, over nine hundred dedicated volunteers and thousands of visitors. Sponsorship can be in the form of donations including monetary, product, equipment & services, advertising & promotions and silent auction items.
Heritage sponsors
A.C. Nelson RV World
Bank of Dixon County
CF Industries
Gavins Point Recreational Center
Great West Casualty Company
Interstate Batteries
Joe Morten & Son, Inc.
KTIV 4 News
Nebraska National Guard
Powell Broadcasting
Scheels
Tom & Bonnie Ferry
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