Nebraska Wildflower Week
June 1-7, 2026

Join PlantNebraska as we celebrate Wildflower Week, June 1-7. We'll join other statewide organizations to shine the spotlight on the beauty and resilience of our state's wildflowers.

The following events are hosted by PlantNebraska and our partners in western Nebraska. Also on this page are a list of additional Wildflower Week events happening in June across the state. Check back here from now until June, as we will be adding more events each week so you can plan your Wildflower Week adventure!

Thursday, June 4
Pop-up Plant Sale, Plant Talk & Garden Walk
9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Mari Sandoz High Plains Heritage Center
1000 Main St., Chadron
PlantNebraska is partnering with NNTA and Chadron State College to host a pop-up plant sale, a plant talk with Horticulture Coordinator Bob Henrickson and a tour of the Heritage gardens and adjacent campus landscapes. Come for one part or stay for all three!
Pop-up Plant Sale: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. in the parking lot of the Mari Sandoz High Plains Heritage Center
Plant Talk: 10-11 a.m. inside the Mari Sandoz High Plains Heritage Center
Garden Walk: 11-11:45 a.m. Meet outside the Heritage Center

Guided Sunset Hike at Gilbert Baker Wildlife Management Area
6:30 p.m. to sunset
Monroe Canyon Rd., Harrison [Meeting place TBA]
Wear sturdy shoes and be prepared to walk over uneven ground to explore the beautiful trees and flowers in this pristine wildlife management area. Snacks and water will be provided.

Friday, June 5
Volunteer Planting & Arboretum Tour at North Platte NRD
10-11:30 a.m.
100547 Airport Rd., Scottsbluff
Help us plant a pollinator garden and then explore the arboretum and enjoy refreshments with PlantNebraska staff. A sign-up link will be available soon!

Guided Wildflower Hike
Scotts Bluff National Monument
2-4 p.m.
190276 Old Oregon Trail, Gering
Meet in the parking lot outside of the Visitor's Center and join us for a wildflower hike led by a National Park Service ranger. Wear sturdy shoes and be prepared to walk over uneven ground. Snacks and water provided.

PlantNebraska Members & Friends Gathering
Papa Moon Headquarters
6:30 - 9 p.m.
3109 Avenue B, Scottsbluff
Join us for a fun evening of trivia, tasty eats, cider and wine and good conversation at Papa Moon's downtown location. The event is free, but registration is required; please register here.

Saturday, June 6
Plant Sale
8:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Community Ever Green House
1210 Overland Trails Rd., Gering

PlantNebraska Affiliate Site Celebration at Riverside Discovery Zoo
9:30 a.m.
1600 S. Beltline Hwy. W., Scottsbluff
Come celebrate Riverside Discovery Zoo as PlantNebraska's newest affiliate site!

Celebrate Wildflower Week