(Above: Elston House in downtown Sidney/Forrest Hershberger, News Channel Nebraska; A Nativity scene from a recent All Is Bright tour/News Channel Nebraska file photo.)

SIDNEY, Ne. --The Nebraska Tourism Commission has announced the stops for the 2025 Nebraska Holiday Passport Program, and Sidney is proud to have two featured destinations: the All is Bright Christmas Tour and Elston House. 

 The Nebraska Holiday Passport encourages residents and travelers to explore festive attractions across the state during the holiday season. Visitors who stop at each location can collect stamps in their passport booklet and enjoy unique holiday experiences along the way. 

 “Being selected for the Nebraska Holiday Passport is an honor and an exciting opportunity to showcase Sidney as a holiday destination,” said Kendra Mitchell, Cheyenne County Tourism Director. “We’re thrilled to welcome visitors from across the state to experience the magic of the All is Bright Christmas Tour and the creativity of Elston House.” 

For more information about the Nebraska Holiday Passport and a full list of stops, visit nebraskapassport.com/holiday 

 All is Bright Christmas Tour 

The All is Bright Christmas Tour transforms the Cheyenne County Fairgrounds Pavilion into more than 20,000 square feet of holiday magic, featuring: 

  • More than 125 decorated trees
  • Themed holiday displays
  • Kids’ activities
  • Festive photo ops
  • Weekend entertainment and special events

The free event runs from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. on select nights: 

  • Opening Night: November 29
  • December 5, 6, 12, 13, 19, 20, 21

For more details: VisitSidneyNE.com/all-is-bright-christmas-tour 

 Elston House 

Located in downtown Sidney, Elston House is a creative makerspace and artisan marketplace where visitors can shop for handmade goods, explore pottery and ceramics, and connect with local artists. The space also hosts workshops, events, and community gatherings, making it a vibrant hub for creativity year-round. 

Learn more: www.ElstonHouse.com 

 About Cheyenne County Tourism: The Cheyenne County Visitors Committee promotes travel and tourism in Sidney and the surrounding area, highlighting unique attractions, events, and experiences that make western Nebraska a memorable destination. Learn more at VisitSidneyNE.com.