Accessibility Guide
The Nebraska State Fair is committed to providing a great experience for all, and making our grounds accessible to everyone! The Nebraska State fairgrounds offer services and amenities to help accommodate our guests with differing abilities and for those who need additional assistance and consideration during their visit!Â
Fair-Tastic Friday!
Guests are invited to participate in Fair-Tastic Friday, on Friday, August 30th. Learn more and register .
Low stimulation Sensory room
The Nebraska State Fair will have a low stimulation sensory room during the State Fair! This space is designed for individuals who would benefit from a low-sensory environment and those who have sensory-processing challenges! Come enjoy a calm space dedicated to helping decompress and provide a more gentle surrounding. Enjoy various activities and a safe space! This room is located in Room 5 of the Bosselman’s Conference Center and open daily from 10:00 A.M. to 9:00 P.M
Wheelchair & Scooter Rentals
Pick up a scooter or wheelchair at the Main Gate or North Gate. Rentals are on a first-come first-serve basis. We recommend reserving in advance to ensure availability.
Electric Mobility Scooters: $75.00 (8:00 A.M. – 11:00 P.M.)
Wheelchairs: $30.00/dayÂ
Wagons: $20.00/day
Single Stroller: $20.00/dayÂ
Double Stroller: $25.00/day
Hometown Mobility is now accepting reservations for wheelchairs and electric mobility scooters. Reservations will only be accepted for full-day rentals. Reserve online at www.Htmia.Com or call Hometown Mobility at (712) 938-2029 from 9:00 A.M.. – 5:00 P.M. Monday through Friday, and on weekends during the fair.Â
Note: Reservations made by phone are subject to a $5.00 call-in fee. Reservations must be made 24 hours in advance. Cancellation must be made 48 hours in advance to receive a refund, less A $5.00 cancellation fee per rental unit.
ADA Accessible Parking
We will have free ADA accessible parking available at the Main Gate, located off of South Locust Street. As well as Gate #6, located off of Fonner Park Road. Please refer to the map below!Â
Courtesy Carts
Courtesy carts are available daily to provide rides from one location to another on grounds. Each cart is labeled with a courtesy cart sign and driven by a volunteer wearing their signature yellow shirts. Carts are always on the move as there are no set pick up locations. To request a ride visit any of the info kiosks throughout the grounds, find a State Fair employee, or a volunteer supervisor identified by their orange shirts!
Closed Captioning at Concert
Closed Captioning will be featured at all concerts. Guests are invited to view the captions on the video screens during the show or from their mobile device.Â
Mobile Captioning for all Concerts EXCEPT Los Huracanes del Norte
Wade Shows Carnival
The Wade Shows Kiddie Land located on the West 1/3 of the Carnival will operate with no music or added noises/sound for the first two hours of each day.Â
The entire Wade Shows carnival will operate with limited volume and noise from 1:00 P.M. – 3:00 P.M. on Friday, August 30 for Fair-Tastic Friday!
