Checkerfest

09/29/2026

WE'RE THROWING A HUGE PARTY.

But it's not Checkerfest this time...

THE HAUNTING OF 1867. Downtown Lincoln's biggest Halloween party. Friday, October 30th at 1867 Bar.

Three bands. Everybody in costume. $50 cash costume contest.

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09/05/2026

One week since Checkerfest 2026... Can we do it again already?

Photo credits: TJ Cheatman, Kennedy Davidson, The Daily Nebraskan, Noah Pedersen

09/01/2026

Public Figure at Checkerfest 2026 🤘🏁 What a sick performance!🔥

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08/31/2026

A magical evening with The Wildwoods in the books ✨

Thank you to everyone who came and experienced Checkerfest this year. The musicians and community are what make nights like this so special. 🫶

08/30/2026

Thank you 10/11 🫶

Checkerfest brought together 15 artists and bands across multiple genres Saturday night.

08/30/2026

Checkerfest is in FULL FORCE🏁

08/29/2026

We had the chance to try Checkered Paradise last night. Spoiler alert—It’s delicious. 🍻 Get yours tonight at Checkerfest or miss out forever 🤘

08/29/2026

IT’S CHECKERFEST DAY! 🏁 We’re live at The Royal Grove from 5PM to 12AM. If you don’t have your ticket yet… you might be the only one 👀

SEE YOU SOON!

08/29/2026

NEW MERCH PT. 2, 3, AND 4 JUST DROPPED‼️🏁
SEE YOU TOMORROW!