Discover experiences along the trail
A plethora of experiences are waiting to be discovered along the Panhandle Frontier Finds trail June 5-7. Explore western Nebraska and support these great local businesses:
Shopping
Find old farm equipment and garage sale items at Bright Equipment in Kimball
Poke through the offerings of more than 30 vendors at A Collective Gathering in Potter.
Wander 10,000 square feet of antiques at Forgotten Memories Antiques in Gering, and while you’re in town swing on over to the Spring Into Summer Craft Show & Junque Fest with over 50 antique, craft, and food vendors—all in one convenient stop.
In addition to its showroom stock, the French Door Antique Mall & Creative Boutique in Sidney will also open its outdoor storage for treasure hunting. The business is also home to Humble Beginnings, which will also open a second location for discovering treasures during Panhandle Frontier Finds.
During your visit to Sidney, don’t miss Blue Fiddle Fabrics and Andrews Trains, where quilt and train enthusiasts unite.
Herren Brothers - Crawford has all your ranch, farm, and household needs covered. You can shop here all year long but be sure to stop by during their special sidewalk sales June 5–6.
The Cozy Acre in Alliance is a children's boutique for newborns all the way to growing toddlers, offering affordable, cute but yet durable clothing and everyday kid essentials.
Many communities along the trail will be hosting community-wide sales, and Rushville, Nebraska is joining in with their Community Sidewalk Saturday on June 6th, 2026! Stroll Main Street and around town to score some great bargains and unique finds during community-wide sales sponsored by the Rushville Chamber.
Conveniently located in downtown Scottsbluff, Tossed & Found offers a variety of high quality antiques, home furnishings and decor.
The Banner County Museum in Harrisburg has a full weekend of fun during our first ever PFF event. Take a peek at the museum exhibits while you're shopping a variety of vendors on site.
A small town store with a big variety…Prairie Winds Collective in Oshkosh has it all — from boots and clothing to antiques, furniture, and unique gifts. While you’re there, be sure to check out the locally made honey, jellies, and other goods.
This vendor will have all the luxuries to pamper yourself or help with gift giving! Pamper yourself with luxuries offered by Lula Earl in Gurley.
Make plans to stop by the CocoShack in Chadron. Not just to beat the heat, but to explore all the “cool” treasures inside: vintage finds, antiques, home décor, gourmet foods, creations by local artisans and much more.
If you love the thrill of the hunt, this stop will be for you. At Country Essence Emporium at Home in Chappell, you get to browse through unique finds in the garage and treasures lined up along the driveway!
Dining
Order up a hearty meal at Bags Bar in Potter.
Mixing up yummy dishes and treats is a specialty at The Mixing Bowl Cafe in Gering. From breakfast favorites to delicious lunch options, they’ve got you covered with a home-cooked yet elevated dining experience.
Grab a coffee in Oshkosh at Mark Ferrari Specialty Coffees.
Whether you’re stopping in for breakfast, a burger, or a slice of their famous homemade pie, you’ll find small-town hospitality in every bite at Laura Lee's Double L Country Store and Cafe in Harrisburg.
We’re highlighting another hidden gem in the Panhandle of Nebraska. Make a stop at Starfish Baking Company in Lewellen while you’re exploring your way across western Nebraska. Fresh baked goodies, small-town charm, and the perfect little pick-me-up for the road.
Grab convenience items, a full meal, baked goods or local honey at Oregon Trail Corner Store in Lewellen NE.
For information on these businesses (and more!) be sure to check out their advertisements in the Panhandle Frontier Finds Trail Guide, coming soon in digital format here and watch for future blog posts highlighting more of our advertising partners.