AKSARBEN Stock Show

In Grand Island, Nebraska

Join exhibitors, families, and livestock enthusiasts from across Nebraska and the Midwest for one of the region’s premier junior livestock events at GI Expo Events & Livestock in Grand Island, Nebraska.

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Date

May 12-14, 2026

Tuesday – Thursday

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time

8:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Daily

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VENUE

Pinnacle Bank Expo Center

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Tickets

Tickets & Registration Available

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Parking

Free On-Site Parking

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About the AKSARBEN Stock Show

The AKSARBEN Stock Show at GI Expo Events & Livestock is one of the Midwest’s premier junior livestock events, bringing together exhibitors, families, agricultural organizations, and supporters from across Nebraska and neighboring states.

Held in Grand Island, Nebraska at the Fonner Park campus, the event showcases youth involvement in agriculture through livestock competitions, showmanship classes, educational opportunities, and scholarship-focused programming.

Each year, exhibitors compete across multiple livestock categories while building leadership skills, industry knowledge, and lifelong connections within the agricultural community.

Event Highlights

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Junior Livestock Competitions

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Showmanship Classes

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Premium Sales

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Awards & Scholarships

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Family Friendly Event

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Concessions On Site

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Free Parking On Campus

Aksarben Stock Show Schedule 2026

  • TUESDAY, MAY 12 – Cattle Show

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  • Wednesday, May 13 – Swine Show

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  • Thursday, May 14 – Sheet & Goat Show

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  • Daily – Junior Shows, Barns Open & More

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*Schedule subject to change. Check back for the latest updates.

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Located at Fonner Park

GI Expo Events & Livestock is located on the historic Fonner Park campus in Grand Island, Nebraska, bringing together agriculture, entertainment, community events, and large-scale experiences in one Central Nebraska destination.

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Askarben Stock Show FAQs

  • What is the AKSARBEN Stock Show?

    The AKSARBEN Stock Show at GI Expo Events & Livestock is one of the Midwest’s premier junior livestock events, bringing together exhibitors, families, agricultural organizations, and supporters from across Nebraska and neighboring states.


    Held in Grand Island, Nebraska, the event features livestock competitions, showmanship classes, educational opportunities, and youth-focused agricultural experiences throughout the multi-day event.

  • Where is the AKSARBEN Stock Show held?

    GI Expo Events & Livestock hosts the AKSARBEN Stock Show at the historic Fonner Park campus in Grand Island, Nebraska.


    Conveniently located near Interstate 80, the venue offers large-scale livestock facilities, free on-site parking, exhibitor access, and easy travel accommodations for attendees visiting from across Nebraska and the Midwest.

  • Where can I purchase tickets or register for the event?

    Tickets, exhibitor registration information, and event details for the AKSARBEN Stock Show at GI Expo Events & Livestock can be found directly on this page when available.


    Depending on the event schedule, some activities may require advance registration while others may offer public admission at the venue in Grand Island, Nebraska.

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