PLATTE RIVER BOOTS N' BEEF
MUSIC FESTIVAL and
Western NE Craft Beer Festival
North Platte, NE
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8th Annual Western NE Craft Beer Festival
The Western Nebraska Craft Beer Festival is back for its 8th year in North Platte, and it’s bigger and better than ever! This annual event brings together breweries from all across Nebraska, giving beer lovers the chance to sample a wide variety of craft brews—from hoppy IPAs and smooth stouts to fruity ales and crisp lagers. Whether you're a seasoned beer enthusiast or just looking to discover something new, this festival is the perfect place to explore unique flavors and support Nebraska’s brewing community. Expect a lively atmosphere filled with live music, great food, lawn games, and plenty of space to hang out with friends while enjoying unlimited beer samples in your commemorative tasting glass. It’s a celebration of local flavor, community, and good times—don’t miss it!
3rd Annual Boots N' Beef Music Festival
A multi-day music festival has been a dream of Pals Brewing Company Co-Owner and Head Brewer Paul Oettinger since the business first opened its doors in 2017. Fast forward 7 years and the Platte River Boots & Beef Festival finally became a reality in 2024. “Live music has always been such a huge part of my life. My concert ticket stub collection numbers into the several hundred starting with my first AC/DC concert at Alpine Valley.” says Paul. “These days I’m all about country music and musicians that can play not just sing. Hosting our own music festival gives me the opportunity to showcase the songwriters and performers that I like and share them with other music lovers in the community. We’ve got some amazing acts coming right here to North Platte.”