With music by ABBA’s Benny Andersson & Bjorn Ulvaeus and Lyrics by Tim Rice, this is a must-see! From Bangkok to Budapest, the players, lovers, politicians and spies make their moves to the pulse of this monumental rock opera featuring such stellar songs as "I Know Him So Well," "One Night in Bangkok," and "Pity The Child." On stage at Lincoln's TADA Theatre. Click here for tickets.

2019 NSAA Girls State BasketballFebruary 28 - March 2

Girls State Basketball will be held at Pinnacle Bank Arena, Devaney Sports Center and Lincoln area high schools. Come catch the action! Click here for information on the state tournament.

Rent - 20th Anniversary TourMarch 1 - March 3

Jonathan Larson’s RENT continues to speak loudly and defiantly to audiences across generations and all over the world. And now, this Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award®-winning masterpiece returns to the stage in a vibrant 20th anniversary touring production. This event is at the Lied Center for Performing Arts. Click here for tickets or more information.

2019 NSAA Boys State BasketballMarch 7 - March 9

Boys State Basketball will be held at Pinnacle Bank Arena, Devaney Sports Center and Lincoln area high schools. Come catch the action! Click here for information regarding the state tournament.

ShinedownMarch 15

Shinedown is heading out on their ATTENTION ATTENTION World Tour with Papa Roach and Asking Alexandria. #GETUP and don’t miss them when they come to Pinnacle Bank Arena on Friday, March 15. Click here for tickets.

Purple ReignMarch 16

"Direct from Vegas, you’ll hear all the hits, including “When Doves Cry,” “Little Red Corvette” and “Kiss.” The first tribute act to ever appear as the musical guest on the Late Show with David Letterman, Jason Tenner has the voice, the moves and the talent to re-create The Artist experience. Click here for tickets or more information.

One of the greatest rock bands of all time combined with a comedy legend together for the first time ever to rock and GIT-R-DONE at Pinnacle Bank Arena. Two forces come together on stage for one unforgettable night of hits and jokes. Click here for tickets.

2019 Pioneer ConferenceMarch 29 - March 30

Pioneer Conference is an experience unlike any other for the women of Lincoln. Featuring world-class speakers, top-caliber worship, focused breakout sessions, and intentional community, this an event that you will not want to miss. This event is at Lied Center for Performing Arts. Click here for more information.

Shark Tank Open Casting CallApril 6

Calling all entrepreneurs and startup founders! Shark Tank, the popular ABC show where business owners pitch their ideas to a panel of potential investors, is hosting an Open Casting Call at Pinnacle Bank Arena where you will be given the opportunity to do a 1-minute pitch of your business/product/idea to a member of the Casting Team. Click here for more info.

PRCA Xtreme Bulls & BroncsApril 12 - April 13

The PRCA will bring 60 of the best bull riders in the world plus 40 world class saddle bronc riders as they try to qualify for the Wrangler National Finals. Each night fans will be at the edge of their seats as they watch the most intense, bone-jarring 2 hours in sports... 8 seconds at a time. Click here for tickets.

Something RottenApril 26 - April 27

SOMETHING ROTTEN! is “Broadway’s big, fat hit!” (New York Post). With its heart on its ruffled sleeve and sequins in its soul, SOMETHING ROTTEN! is “The Producers + Spamalot + The Book of Mormon. Squared!” (New York Magazine). This is at the Lied Center for Performing Arts. Click here for tickets or more information.

The Avett BrothersMay 17

Folk-rock giants The Avett Brothers will appear at Pinewood Bowl Theater in Lincoln on Friday, May 17. Click here for tickets.

Kenny ChesneyMay 18

Though known for his high impact stadium shows, Kenny's Songs for the Saints Tour is going to bring all the energy, all the intensity, and all the songs to Lincoln's Pinnacle Bank Arena. Click here for tickets.

The Cornhusker Classic Quarter Horse show returns to Lancaster Event Center. Come out and enjoy this free show. For more information, click here.

Kidz BopJune 16

This brand-new show is an interactive experience for the whole family. The KIDZ BOP Kids will be performing some of today’s biggest hits “sung by kids for kids,” with engaging new set design, exciting choreography, and more. Click here for tickets.

Living Proof Live with Beth MooreJune 21 - June 22

Beth Moore is a Bible teacher and author of best-selling Bible studies and books for women, including The Quest, Entrusted, and more. Beth’s mission is to guide women everywhere into a richer, more fulfilling relationship with their faith. Grammy award-winning recording artist Travis Cottrell will lead worship at this event. Click here for tickets.

Rapper, singer, and songwriter Jon Bellion launches an extensive 35-city North American amphitheater tour this summer titled The Glory Sound Prep Tour, which will include a stop at Lincoln’s Pinewood Bowl Theater. Click here for tickets.

Tenacious DJuly 28

Jack Black and Kyle Gass make up the Greatest Band in the World: Tenacious D. They started playing together in Kyle’s studio apt on Cochran Ave in Los Angeles. No one could have ever dreamed of where the band’s genius would take them, but take them it did. Click here for tickets.

"Weird Al" YankovicJuly 31

Weird Al is back at Pinewood Bowl Theater to playing the hits and classics with his Strings Attached tour, a high-energy rock and comedy production featuring his original band, costumes, props, a video wall and — for the first time — background singers and a full symphony orchestra. Click here for tickets.

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Lincoln offers a wide range of events from live concerts, food festivals, and sports to museums, art exhibits, and family fun. Use Lincoln’s event calendar to find the perfect activity for your time in Lincoln.

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