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Find these and many more events and activities in the Omaha Kids Calendar!
Kids Community Pet Show – Thursday, June 16, 10 a.m., FREE
- Location: Montclair Community Center (2304 S. 135th Ave)
Kids Funfare at Regency Court – Thursdays, June 2 – July 28, 10-11 a.m., FREE
- FREE Fun activities weekly in Regency Center Court.
Special Events all Summer at Local Libraries
- Enjoy special events all Summer including magicians, science shows, Out and About Storytimes, and more!
Cool off with Hydrant Parties this Summer!
- City of Omaha’s Hydrant Party Schedule – Three different locations every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from June 13 through August 5, 2016, with the first stop beginning at 12 p.m.
- Council Bluffs Hydrant Parties – Tuesdays and Thursdays, June 9 – August 11, 2016; 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. at various locations. Subject to change. Canceled if inclement weather.
Disney’s The Little Mermaid at The Rose Theater – June 3 – June 26
- One of Disney’s all-time favorites comes to life in this Broadway musical adaptation with all your favorite songs and characters!
Omaha Treasure Hunt with The Rose Theater, The Durham Museum, and The Omaha Children’s Museum – June 1 – 30
- Pirates and Mermaids: Voyage to Creature Cove (May 28 – September 4) at the Omaha Children’s Museum.
- Odyssey’s SHIPWRECK! Pirates & Treasure (May 28 – August 28) at The Durham Museum.
Community Celebrations
Papillion Days – June 15 – 19, 2016
- Parade (Sat. June 18, 2 p.m.), carnival, Papillion Idol, tractor pull, and more.
Bennington Daze – June 17-19, 2016
- Family fun, parade (Sat. June 18th, 1 p.m.), dance, and more.
College World Series Fan Fest – June 17 – 28/29 (Opening Celebration Day and CWS Fan Fest)
- Friday, June 17 (8:45 – 10 p.m.) Opening Ceremonies including the Road to Omaha Jam presented by Enterprise featuring X Ambassadors and a fireworks finale
- FREE Fan Fest is packed with live music, interactive games, special appearances, autograph signings and much more. See schedule here.
- Location: Lot C and Mike Fahey Street
Free or Cheap Summer Movies
Movie Nights at Camp Fontanelle – Fridays, May 20 – August 26, 2016 (every 2 weeks); Free Will Donation
- Bring a lawn chair and/or blanket, bug spray, and campfire fare and enjoy an outdoor movie.
- Zip lines will be open for 1 hour prior to the start time of each movie. Minors must have waiver filled out by adult guardian. Cost: $10/person for two 350 ft. rides.
- No movies will be shown if the weather is rainy. Due to copyright issues, titles may not be shared publicly, but can be received by emailing [email protected].
- Date and Approximate Start Time:
- June 17 – 9:25 p.m.
Kid’s Dream Summer Film Series at Marcus Theaters – June 12 – August 17, 2016 (Sundays, Mondays & Wednesdays at 10 a.m.); Admission: $3
- In Omaha, participating theaters include Majestic, Village Pointe and Twin Creek in Bellevue.
- Concessions Specials: $2.75 popcorn and $2.75 fountain drinks (special sizing)
- For two FREE tickets: Visit one of the participating agents at American Family Insurance, or click here!
- June 19-20, 22: Horton Hears a Who (G)
Coming Up! – Monday Night at the Movies at Midtown Crossing – Mondays, June 6 – July 25, 2016; FREE
- Monday nights at sunset in Turner Park. Free Parking.
- June 20: Film Streams Feature: Charlie Chaplin’s Modern Times (G)
Water Fun
Stay cool at many Pools and Waterparks and 15+ Spraygrounds in the Omaha Area!
Celebrate Father’s Day Weekend with Special Events
- Celebrate Father’s Day with specials at Fun-Plex, The MARK, Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum, Kroc Center, City of Omaha Pools, + more! Click here for details!
Healthy Family Fair at Fat Brain Toys – Sat. June 18, 10 a.m. – Noon, FREE
- Healthy snacks, healthy active play, mindfulness/yoga for children.
World Refugee Day at Joslyn Art Museum – Sat. June 18, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., FREE
- Through panel presentations and film, hear from refugees about what they left behind and what the resettlement process is like in their new community. Enjoy art, music, and dance performances that celebrate our city’s rich cultural diversity, and observe a naturalization ceremony welcoming a group of new Americans.
Crafts for Kids – Saturdays
- Mangelsen’s – 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., FREE
- Michaels Kids Club – 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., $2
- Lakeshore Learning Center – 11 a.m. – 3 p.m., FREE
Finding Dory House Party at Nobbies – Sat. June 18, 12 – 2 p.m.
- Finding Dory at Nobbies! Play Spin-to-Win for gift cards and movie passes. All toys 25% off! Find locations here!
Dog Day Afternoon with The Neighborhood. Offshore – Sat. June 18, 2 – 5 p.m., $7/family
- PUP SUP (Stand Up Paddleboard), Rock Climbing, Sailing Workshop, SUP YOGA, Paint-Your-Own Picnic Blanket, and many more activities!
- Family Pass $7 (includes all vendor stations and activities)! 100% of proceeds donated to The Nebraska Humane Society.
- Sponsored by The Neighborhood. Offshore, a year-round outdoor outfitter and board shop located in Omaha. Location: Lake Cunningham, Entrance 1 .
Family Skate at Motto McLean Ice Arena – Sundays, June 5, 12, 19, 26; 12:30 – 2:30 p.m.
- $10 for family of 4, $3 for additional person. Price includes: admission, skate rentals, and drink.
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Find these and many more events in the Omaha Kids Calendar!
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!