Early registration pricing ends Feb. 18 at 11:59 p.m.
LINCOLN, Neb. (February 13, 2026) — Teams planning to compete in the 2026 Nebraska DiamondFest Fastpitch Softball Tournament are encouraged to register soon, as entry fees will increase after Feb. 18.
Nebraska DiamondFest will take place May 9-10, 2026, at Patriot Park and Harvey Park in Kearney, NE. The tournament is open to teams in 8U through 18U divisions, with 8U competing on Saturday only. The event continues to be a popular early-season opportunity for teams from across the region to compete.
Teams are encouraged to take advantage of the early registration pricing, which is available through Feb. 18. Registering early, not only secures the discounted rate but also helps guarantee placement within each division, as space is limited.
Visit Kearney serves as the presenting sponsor of Nebraska DiamondFest. Other key partners include John Deere | AKRS, Nebraska State Fair and Sukup Manufacturing | Ramco.
Nebraska DiamondFest is organized by the Nebraska Sports Council, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to provide quality competition for amateur athletes of all ages and abilities and promote active, healthy lifestyle choices.
Platinum partners of the Nebraska Sports Council include Nebraska Orthopaedic Center, FMNE Insurance, Grand Island Tourism, and Pepsi-Cola of Lincoln.
For more information or to register, visit NebraskaDiamondFest.com.