Enjoy many family-friendly events this weekend! It is always a good idea to verify with the business before visiting. [Not the current week? See more Upcoming Events in Omaha here!]
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Find these and many more events in our Omaha Kids Calendar!
Hands-on-Habitat at Fontenelle Forest – 8/15, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., FREE with registration
- Bring your children ages 0-5 and join ParentSavvy at Fontenelle Forest this Friday from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.!
- The theme is “What a Wild Night!”, where kids can explore creatures of the night. Register and use the promo code “ParentSavvy” to receive free admission. They are so much fun!
Arrows to Aerospace, Bellevue – 8/15-8/16
- Parade, pancake feed, pet show, art in the park, activities for children, entertainment, food, and fun. The club also sponsors a luncheon, music program, and bingo at the Senior Center. (Note: This event is not affiliated with the Offutt Air Show. That was held July 19-20.)
- Parade 10 a.m. on Saturday, August 16th.
Valley’s 150th Anniversary Celebration – 8/15-8/17
- Parade: Saturday, August 16, 2014, 11:00 a.m. plus Fireworks, Pancake Breakfast, Kids Events & Games, Star Party, Car, Truck & Tractor Show and Shine, plus much more!
FREE Movies!
- Family Movie Night at Salvation Army Kroc Center – 8/15, 5:30 p.m., Bridge to Terabithia (PG)
- Starlight Movie Series at Sumtur Amphitheater – 8/15, Gates open at 7:30 p.m. with movies starting at dusk, The LEGO Movie
- Movie Nights at Camp Fontanelle – 8/15, 8:35 p.m. (approx.)
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“Just for Kids” Cooking Class – 8/16, 10-10:45 p.m., FREE with Registration, No Frills, 1221 S. 203rd Street, Elkhorn
- Ages 3-10. Children are invited to join Jennifer for this fun, hands-on class. Your child will make and sample a variety of kid-friendly recipes and discover that “good for you” foods can taste good too. Parents are asked to remain in the store during class time.
- Classes are free, however space is limited and registration is required. To register, contact Jennifer at [email protected] or 402-935-6974.
Picnic Under the Pivot at the Omaha Children’s Museum – 8/16, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
- Come to the Grass Patch for a picnic under the irrigation pivot. Enjoy free giveaways and raffles as we get excited about agriculture for the upcoming special exhibit, Once Upon a Farm, opening October 18.
Family Farm Days at Wenninghoff Farm – 8/16-8/17, 10:30 am – 12:30 pm, $2
- August 16 & 17: Pollinators! Learn the role of bees and insects on the farm. Join us for lots of activities and take home a special craft.
Free Ice Skating Open House – 8/17, 12 – 1:30 p.m., FREE (Skate rental $2/person)
- Join the Figure Skating Club of Omaha at Motto McLean Ice Arena for a fun and free day of ice skating lessons, games, treats, and more!
Find many more events in our Omaha Kids Calendar!
Mark Your Calendars:
Millard Days – 8/19 – 8/24
- Millard Days is a full week of activities, including parade, carshow, carnival and Family day activities.
Drop-In Fun Begins at Smiling Turtle Art Spot
- Tactile Tuesdays – Bring your toddlers and preschoolers and drop in anytime between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. on Tuesdays to create with Makin’s Clay and our tools. $5 includes 1 package of clay.
- Watercolor Wednesdays – Drop in on Wednesdays to create your own watercolor painting using our supplies.
- Toddler & Preschool (10 a.m. – 2 p.m.): $5/child, parents are free!
- School Age through Adult (2 – 5 p.m.): $5/person
We do our best to share current information in Family Fun in Omaha, but event details may change. It is always a good idea to verify the information before visiting.
Have a wonderful fun-filled weekend!