Mural by Eder Muniz on the South wall of Nebraska Electric Tattoo.

Uni Creative District

Nestled within the historic University Place neighborhood, the Uni Place Creative District invites you to embark on a journey through a world of artistic experiences.

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Get Involved: Apply for a Mini Grant!

Receive up to $1,000!

Our Mini-Grant Program supports creative projects, community activations, public programming, and neighborhood-based artistic initiatives that contribute to the vibrancy of the district.

Artists, organizers, educators, local businesses, and community members are encouraged to apply.

Mini-Grants can support: community art projects, performances and workshops, temporary installations, neighborhood events, creative collaborations, and experimental ideas that activate the district.

View Guidelines & Submit an Application

Upcoming Events

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Upcoming Events ⟡

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Oct 16

October 16, 2026

October Makers Market

October 16, 2026

Join us on the third Friday of each month for Uni Place's first night market! May through October, 6 to 10 pm, beat the heat as the district fills with local vendors, live music, food trucks, and community under the lights. Check out our Facebook event, respond, and get ready. We're back and better than ever!

Vendor applications are also now open. Apply here for a single date or the full season and be part of this new chapter.

Spread the word as we gear up for another incredible summer!

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October 16, 2026

Nov 6

November 6, 2026

First Friday

November 6, 2026

Join the University Place on the First Friday of every month from 5:00 - 8:00 PM!

Enjoy exclusive discounts, promotions, live music, exhibitions, gallery openings, and so much more on the first Friday of every month at the Uni Place Creative District!

It’s our invitation to the Lincoln community to get out, explore our thriving arts scene, and support the makers, artists, and businesses working and creating here in Lincoln’s only creative district!

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November 6, 2026

Dec 4

December 4, 2026

First Friday

December 4, 2026

Join the University Place on the First Friday of every month from 5:00 - 8:00 PM!

Enjoy exclusive discounts, promotions, live music, exhibitions, gallery openings, and so much more on the first Friday of every month at the Uni Place Creative District!

It’s our invitation to the Lincoln community to get out, explore our thriving arts scene, and support the makers, artists, and businesses working and creating here in Lincoln’s only creative district!

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December 4, 2026

Dec 14

December 14, 2026

December Gather & Grow

December 14, 2026

Join us from 12-1 on the second Monday of every month for Gather & Grow, a recurring space to connect, collaborate, and build community in the Uni Place Creative District.

Whether you're a small business owner, creative, entrepreneur, or looking to meet others in the neighborhood, this is a place to share ideas, spark new connections, and learn from one another!

Hoping to see you there!

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December 14, 2026

Become a vendor.

Join our thriving community and share what this colorful neighborhood has to offer.

Applications are accepted all season long!
This is a juried market; event hosts have final determination and application does not guarantee selection.
$50 non-refundable vendor fee for a 10’ x 10’ booth
Residents and businesses located within the bounds of Uni Place Creative District may reserve for free!

Vendor application