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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- Enter to WIN one of 3 great prizes in our Omaha Holiday Gift Guide! – ENDS SUNDAY!
- $25 Gift Certificate to Thirty-One Gifts (must be used at Shop and Organize)
- (4) 2016 One Day Passes to Fun-Plex
- One free Pizza, Pins and Pop Party for 6 people at The MARK
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Holiday Pricing Special at the Omaha Zoo – 12/19 – 12/24, FREE Admission for Children with paid Adult!
- Buy an adult Zoo admission ticket at $13.95, and all children in your party, up to age 11, are FREE December 19 through Thursday, December 24!
La Vista Holiday Village Preschool Storytime – 12/17, 10 a.m., FREE
- Held at the La Vista Community Center (8116 Park View Blvd.)
Storytime with Santa at Village Pointe – 12/17, 10:30 a.m., FREE
- Santa will read a holiday story to kids on Thursdays. Treats and/or giveaways provided.
- Thurs. December 17 – DSW
Storytime with Mrs. Claus at Regency Court – 12/17, 10:30 a.m., FREE
- Thursday, December 17th: Storytime with Mrs. Claus in front of Pottery Barn Kids. Mini chipper cookies will be provided from Paradise Bakery.
Gingerbread House Display – 11/20 – 12/31, 10 a.m. – 8 p.m., FREE
- The center will close at 4 p.m. on Thanksgiving Eve, Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve, and will be closed on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. Locations: Mormon Trail Center and Kanesville Tabernacle, Council Bluffs
Holiday Lights Spectacular at Midtown Crossing – 11/21 – 1/1, 7 p.m., FREE
- A choreographed blend of light and holiday music projected on to the Turner Park side of Midtown Crossing’s condominium buildings. Free to the public (three hours of garage parking included). Nightly shows run approximately 20-minutes, beginning at 7 p.m.
Omaha Public Library Holiday Events – 12/1 – 12/19
- Enjoy many special Holiday Events at Omaha Public Libraries. Some events may require registration.
Peter & The Starcatcher at The Rose Theater – 12/4-12/27
- A hilarious and innovative backstory of the legend of Peter Pan!
Lights of Aksarben – 12/18, 6 – 8 p.m., FREE
- Each week, there will be a heated tent, free horse and carriage rides, live music, strolling carolers, face painting, coffee, hot cocoa and treats, and Santa and Mrs. Claus!
FREE Carriage Rides at Shadow Lake, Village Pointe, and Aksarben Village
- Carriage Rides at Shadow Lake Towne Center – Saturdays, 11/28-12/19, 12-4 p.m
- Carriage Rides at Village Pointe – Saturdays, 11/28 – 12/19, 1 – 5 p.m.
- Carriage Rides at Aksarben Village at Lights of Aksarben – Fridays, 11/28-12/18, 6 – 8 p.m.
Frozen Characters Meet & Greet at Regency Court – 12/19, 12 -3 p.m.
- Anna, Elsa, & Olaf – Meet & Greet 12 – 3 p.m. Visit Santa 12 – 8 p.m. Watch it snow in Center Court on the hour 12 -5 p.m.
Ice Queen Elsa Meet and Greet and Karaoke Sing-A-Long – 12/19, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., FREE
- Ice Queen Elsa Meet and Greet and Karaoke Sing-A-Long with Pick A Princess Parties at Stonybrook Hy-Vee.
Story & Cookies with Santa at Best Buy Village Pointe – 12/19, 2 – 3 p.m., FREE
- Santa and Mrs. Claus will serve up cookies and milk along with a story or two for a special holiday get-together. Best Buy is also offering complimentary photos with Santa.
Omaha Symphony Christmas Celebration – 12/12 – 12/20
- Celebrate the magic, romance, and joy of the season as Broadway stars add to the lush sounds of the Omaha Symphony. A singing and dancing treat for the whole family!
Holiday Party at Go! Kids’ Gym – 12/19, 5 – 7 p.m., $8
- Can take own photos, visit with Santa, make and take crafts, snacks, and more. All for price of admission ($8 per child)/free for members.
Family Skate at Motto McLean Ice Arena – 12/20, 4 – 6:15 p.m.
- $10 for family of 4, $3 for additional person. Price includes: admission, skate rentals, and drink.
- See more indoor and outdoor Ice Skating options in Omaha here!
Holiday Ice Show & Open Skate at Ralston Arena – 12/20, 3:30 – 7:00 p.m., FREE Admission and Skate Rentals
- Holiday Ice Skating show will be performed by celebrity ice skaters starting at 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.
- Free Ice Skating will take place for those who want to attend after the show from 5 – 7 p.m.
Plan Ahead:
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- Have a fun-filled Holiday Break in Omaha with these 10+ Free Activities!
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- Special thanks to The MARK for sponsoring the New Year’s Events Guide. Roll in the New Year with The MARK at their New Year’s Eve Family Fun Bowling Bash!
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- Enjoy 100+ Family-Friendly Holiday Events in Omaha during this special time of year!
Find these and many more events in the Omaha Kids Calendar!
It is always a good idea to verify with the business before visiting as events are subject to change.
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Have a wonderful fun-filled weekend!