55th AnnualArrows to Aerospace - August 13-15, 2026
The year 2026 marks the 38th year that the Bellevue-Offutt Kiwanis Club will be the proud sponsor of Arrows to Aerospace, Bellevue's premier community celebration. It will kick off with a presentation at the Bellevue Public Library on Thursday, August 13. On Friday, August 14, we will provide a free meal at the Bellevue Community Center.
Besides featuring a parade on Saturday, August 15, Washington Park will be the site of a pancake feed, a foam party, bounce houses, music, and a variety of both non-profit and retail vendors. See the 2026 schedule for the schedule of events.
The parade begins at Mission Ave. and Bert Murphy, continues east on Mission, then north on Franklin, ending at Washington Park. If you're interested in participating in the parade, please complete the entry form and return it by the deadline on the form. If you're new to the parade or your email address has changed, please send a message to Karen Mier.
Support the celebration with a sponsorship and receive advertising, preferential parade line-up, and free tickets to some of the food events. Several levels of sponsorship are detailed on the sponsorship form.
Arts and crafts and food vendors interested in participating should contact Dale Richter at 402-578-5302 or via email.
Volunteers are encouraged and welcome! Please contact Karen Mier at 402-990-1295 if you're interested in helping with the event.
The Downhill Mile is on Saturday morning, August 15. The completed entry form and the $5 entry fee should be turned in on the morning of the race.
PARADE LINE-UP
2026 parade trophy winners will be announced on Saturday, August 15!
Best in Church – St. James United Methodist Church
Best in Community – Bellevue Swim Club
Best in Business – Skate City
Best Performance – Bellevue Junior Sports
Best Overall – Mr. B's Photography
ADDITIONAL CONTACTS FOR 2026
Sponsorships are welcome and appreciated! Please consider supporting the celebration with a sponsorship (form available in late May). Direct questions to Karen Mier at 402-990-1295.
Sponsorships are welcome and appreciated! Please consider supporting the celebration with a sponsorship (form available in late May). Direct questions to Karen Mier at 402-990-1295.
Arts and crafts and food vendors interested in participating should contact Dale Richter at 402-578-5302 or via email.
Non-profit groups are also invited to participate. For general questions about Arrows to Aerospace, contact Karen Mier at 402-990-1295 or via email.
