The annual Buffalo Bill Birthday Bash has come around on the last Saturday in February every year…..but for the first time since 1992, the Bash falls on Leap Day.
Saturday night at the Sandhills Convention Center, we mark what would have been Buffalo Bill Cody’s 174th birthday with the party that bears his name.
The event now serves as the major off festival fundraiser for NEBRASKAland DAYS.
“We dedicate the money we raise at this event to upkeep here at the Wild West Arena,” says NEBRASKAland DAYS Executive Director David Fudge. “Every year we make minor improvements at the facility and keep it in top shape for the festival in June.”
This year’s event gets underway Saturday evening at 6 at the Sandhills Convention Center as doors open to the Reception. A short program and live auction follow at 7 pm. Doors to the Bash Ballroom open at 8. Whiskey Bent begins playing at 9 pm, which is also when the hospitality booths open. The party concludes at 1 am.
Revelers are encouraged to plan ahead for the end of the night. The Ramada Inn is offering special rates to party-goers who just want to stay.
“We want everyone to have fun, but we also want everyone to get home safely. If that means the next day…then by all means, stay at the Hotel,” says Fudge.
Tickets for the Bash are $55 apiece. They can be purchased at www.nebraskalanddays.com or at the office. They will also be available at the door.