Atkinson is a city in Holt County, Nebraska, United States.

[6] It was named for Col. John Atkinson, an original owner of the town site.

[7][8] According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.63 square miles (4.22 km2), all land.

38.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 22.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older.

There were 640 housing units at an average density of 479.9 per square mile (185.3/km2).

36.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 20.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older.

Started in the early 1900s to celebrate the end of hay harvest season, the event now includes dances, a parade, games in the park, duck races, and more.