Posted in Nebraska March 19, 2017 by Delana Lefevers

The Small Town In Nebraska You’ve Never Heard Of But Will Fall In Love With

Every little town in Nebraska has its own personality, which you can feel as soon as you cross the town line. Callaway, in Custer County, has a population of just 539 but a personality big enough for a town many times its size. If you don’t know it yet, you’ll want to soon.

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This rural community is tucked away in one of the most scenic areas of Nebraska.

The area is so pretty, in fact, that it was once known as Delight.

As in many other Nebraska towns, the railroad played a very important role in the history of Callaway.

The people of Callaway are dedicated to preserving the long and interesting history of the area.

Callaway's biggest claim to fame is its annual Kite Flight.

Rows of flags represent guests from all over the world who come to enjoy the huge gathering of kite enthusiasts.

This is the absolute perfect place to fly kites. Kites of all shapes, sizes, colors, and complexity come out to enjoy this uniquely ideal location.

The event is held on 200 acres of wide-open prairie, so there is ample room for lots of kites, spectators, and fun.

If you come out to watch the fun and get kite fever in the process, you can even buy your own kite at the festival.

The annual Pioneer Picnic is another fun event that everyone in the Callaway area looks forward to every year.

Contrary to its name, the celebration is more than a simple lunchtime get-together.

Events include a rodeo, parade, dances, kids' activities, a trail ride, turtle and toad races, and more.

It's a fitting celebration for this former frontier town that still holds its heritage so near and dear.

Callaway is a ranching community situated in the heart of the Sandhills, but it has the same spirit of dedication to family and fellowship that can be found all throughout Nebraska.

Callaway is also the perfect home base for day trips to other great locations in the area. It’s close to Victoria Springs State Recreation Area, and Oconto, home to a whimsical sculpture garden (#3 on this list). It’s also just a short jump away from the Sandhills Journey Scenic Byway (#8 on this list)…and, of course, it’s right in the heart of the Sandhills, home to some of the most breathtaking scenery in Nebraska.