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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Top Picks this Weekend:
Nebraska Science Festival – 4/10-4/18
- Many exciting events for all ages with FREE or discounted admission!
- This weekend:
- Lauritzen Gardens – April 11-12, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. – Discounted Admission [Free admission for one child 12 and under with a paid adult admission (Must have ticket to receive discount)].
- Fontenelle Forest – April 11- 12, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. – FREE admission with NE SciFest ticket
- Other highlights include Star Party outside of the Strategic Air & Space Museum, Little Scientists Expo at the Omaha Children’s Museum, Public Expo at The Durham Museum, Star Party at DC West High School, plus much more!
- Some events require NE SciFest ticket (free to download) or advance registration.
International Omaha Indoor Horse Jumping Competition at CenturyLink – Includes FREE Expo – 4/10-4/11, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- The International Omaha is a world-class equestrian show jumping experience. In addition to the daytime and evening competitions (tickets available for purchase), they will have a FREE Equine Educational Expo with Interactive Displays.
FREE Family Movie Night at Salvation Army Kroc Center – 4/10, 5:30 p.m.
- Friday, April 10 – Mr. Peabody and Sherman. Come dressed in costume from your favorite historical era — small prizes awarded!
Discovery Day at Omaha Community Centers – 4/11, FREE
- The City of Omaha Recreation Division will open its recreation facilities FREE of charge to the public on Saturday, April 11th. Enjoy FREE Open Gyms and Swimming, register for various programs including Float for Life, and summer job interviews.
- Hummel Park Nature Center: Come hike in the park, do a craft in the Nature Center, and make a s’more over the fire! 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Teddy Bear Weekend at the Omaha Zoo – 4/11-4/12, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
- Bring your favorite stuffed animal for repair and care. Your animal will go through a check-up including height, heartbeat, ear and eye exams and, if needed, a trip to the emergency room (closing at 1 p.m. both days).
- Children, ages 3-11, who bring in their favorite stuffed animal will receive FREE admission to the Zoo, with a paid adult!
KickstART Saturday at Joslyn Art Museum – 4/11, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., FREE
- FREE events will entertain and engage families with hands-on activities, performances, and demonstrations that complement Joslyn’s exhibitions.
- April 11 – American Moderns: Make your own O’Keeffe-inspired masterpiece, create a colorful collage, and enjoy a swinging dance performance by the Omaha Jitterbugs.
Books by the Busload – FREE Books! – 4/11, 10 a.m.
- MCC is giving away 20,000 new books at three Omaha locations: Westroads Mall (Northeast Parking Lot), The Salvation Army Kroc Center and Planet Fitness Ames Ave location.
Nobbies Grad Fair – 4/11, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
- Visit both Nobbies locations (120th & Center and 42nd & Hwy 370) for decorating ideas for your son or daughter’s graduation party (preschool, high school and college). Visit with local merchants who can help make your party a great event. All Nobbies merchandise, including services (balloons, custom centerpieces, custom invitations, napkin imprinting) are all 20% off during the event.
Professional Bull Riders (PBR) Kids Event at Bass Pro Shop – 4/11-4/12, 12 – 4 p.m., FREE
- Stick bull riding, bull roping, face painting and a craft. On Sunday, they will be having a best dressed cowboy/cowgirl contest starting at 2:30 p.m.
Welcome to Storybook Land at Benson Branch – 4/12, 1 – 4 p.m., FREE
- Life-sized characters from children’s literature including Cinderella, Danny’s Dinosaur, Little Critter, Llama Llama, Pete the Cat, Saggy Baggy Elephant, and the Very Hungry Caterpillar.
Once Upon A Farm at Omaha Children’s Museum – ends April 12th
- This fun special exhibit ends this weekend in preparation for their next exhibit, LEGO® Travel Adventure, coming May 23rd!
Find these and many more events in our Omaha Kids Calendar!
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Have a wonderful fun-filled weekend!