Sandhills Global Event Center

Saturday, November 15: 10AM-8PM

Sunday, November 16: 10AM-6PM

Event Highlights

Vendor Hall

Discover unique merchandise, collectibles, and fan-made creations in our vendor hall. Support local artists and find that perfect addition to your collection.

Gaming Zone

Immerse yourself in a world of entertainment. From casual board games to themed card tournaments to Super Smash Bros, there's something for every gamer!

Interactive Panels

Participate in a variety of family friendly activities.  Explore, play, and connect with fellow enthusiasts.

 

Cosplay Parade

Showcase your creativity and craftsmanship in our cosplay parade. Dress up as your favorite character and be entered in our raffle.

 

Daily Events

UNL Esports

Saturday & Sunday

Drone Pilot Showcase

King of the Hill (1v1 arcade competition against UNL Esports students)

Intro to Esports with Dr. Ryan Tan

Magician Evan Card

Saturday, November 15:

5pm

Sunday, November 16

11AM

1:30PM

4:30PM

Christmas Toy Drive

Saturday & Sunday

Team up with Santa to deliver some Christmas joy this holiday season.  Renewal by Anderson will be taking donations both days of the event.  

Cosplay Parade & Raffle

Saturday & Sunday

We encourage everyone who comes to Lincoln Nerd Fest to wear a costume and join our Cosplay Parade!

You must register at the front entrance to be eligible for the cosplay raffle and a chance to win fun prizes! See our cosplay page for more information! 

D&D 5e

Saturday

DM: Matthew from Mana Games

1pm-Finish

Capped at 8 participants

Participant check in starts at 12:30pm

Pre-generated characters at Level 5 will be available

MTG Tournament

Saturday 

cEDH 5K (Commander)

Preregistration required 

Check In 9AM

10AM Start Time

Up to 10 MDFC proxies allowed

Super Smash Bros Tournament

Sunday

You must preregister by 10:00am Sunday, November 16th to be eligible for prizes.

11AM Start Time!

Yu-Gi-Oh Tournament

Sunday

Advance Format

$35 Entry Fee

Check in 10AM

11AM Start Time!

Check In requires the Neuron App

Entry fee includes a Day Pass to Lincoln Nerd Fest!

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Contact Us

Location

Lincoln Nerd Fest

Sandhills Event Center: Fr8star Pavilion

4100 N 84th Street 

Lincoln, Nebraska