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Kids Funfare at Regency Court – Thursdays, June 2 – July 28 (10-11 a.m.), FREE
- FREE Fun activities weekly in Regency Center Court.
Art in the Afternoon at Fat Brain Toys – Thursday, July 7 (2 p.m.), FREE
- Rainbow Pottery.
Party in the Park with Omaha Parks and Recreation – Thursdays in July, (4 – 7 p.m.), FREE
- Fun includes rock wall, bounce house, and DJ!
- Thursday, July 7 – Churchich Park (3712 S 50th St)
Jazz on the Green begins at Midtown Crossing – Thursdays, July 7 – August 11, 2016; (Turner Park opens for seating: 5:30 p.m. & Music starts at 7:30 p.m.), FREE
- Get ready to wrap yourself in another season of Jazz on the Green at Midtown Crossing presented by Omaha Performing Arts. Free and open to the public.
- See More FREE Summer Concerts here!
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.
Fun Days at Two Rivers State Recreation Area – FREE (Park Permit Required)
- Click on each date for further information and to verify schedule of events.
- July 8: 4-5: Explore the Prairie Trunk. 8:30-9:30: Night Life on the Prairie
- Fishing Clinic – July 9, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
- July 9: 2-4: Prairie Plant Press/ Plant Scents Game. 9-10 pm: Michael Whitby presents on bats.
- July 10: 10-11 a.m.: Predator and Prey of the Prairie game. 1-2 p.m.: Signs of the Prairie
Fremont Days – July 8 – 10, 2016
- A three-day, family fun festival celebrating history. Car, truck and bike show, craft fair, parade, and more.
Family Education Program at Heron Haven – Saturday, July 9 (10 a.m.), FREE
- July 9 – Lemonade and stories on a summer day! Search for Camouflaged Critters on our Nature Hike. Can you spy a bullfrog in Dragonfly Pond? Enjoy lemonade and stories of how Heron Haven came to be. Try your hand at Nature Journaling. Paint a picture in the butterfly garden. Learn about Citizen Scientist Projects that you can do right in your own backyard! scistarter.com
Lowe’s Build and Grow Clinics – Saturday, July 9 (10 a.m.) FREE (with Registration)
- Kids can join in building Falcon.
Wild West Day at Gifford Farm – Saturday, July 9 (10 a.m. – 1 p.m.), $5
- Bring a picnic lunch and enjoy a day with the farm animals, exploring the Outdoor Nature Classroom, and playing fun farm games. Plus enjoy guest storytellers and presenters, and Little Cowboy and Cowgirl contest.
- Admission: $5/each ages 2 and up (cash or check only).
- All military, police, fire and rescue, and those in the health profession get in for 1/2 price.
Ninja Training Academy at La Vista Public Library – Saturday, July 9 (10:30-11:30 a.m.)
- Children will test their agility, balance, composure, imagination, bravery and more during this special program. Ninja costumers are optional. Ideal for children 3-8 years old.
- Parental participation required. Registration not required.
Cabela’s Fun
- Family Great Outdoor Day (Saturday, July 9, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.) – 3D Archery Range, Inflatable Archery Range, Casting Practice (first 50 kids to participate with get free rods and reels)
- Food Truck Rally (Saturday, July 9, 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.)
Bass Pro Shop Family Summer Camp – June 25 – July 24, (Every Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday & Sunday, Noon – 5 p.m.), FREE
- Free Kids’ Activities and Workshops. Free Crafts (Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, & Sundays: Noon – 2 p.m.)
Free or Cheap Summer Movies
Flix at the Chef – May 14 – October 1, 2016; FREE
- Free Outdoor Movies behind the Dairy Chef in Elkhorn (611 Gateway Rd, Elkhorn, NE).
- Movies start at 8:00 p.m. Bring blankets or chairs to sit on. Free popcorn provided.
- You may bring your own food and beverages. Alcohol, tents, tarps, stakes, and open flames are not allowed. Food, drinks, and ice cream also for sale at Dairy Chef.
- July 9: Zootopia
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.
- For FREE tickets: Visit one of the participating agents at American Family Insurance or just click here!
- July 10-11, 13: Home (PG)
Water Fun
Stay cool at many Pools and Waterparks and 15+ Spraygrounds in the Omaha Area!
Crafts for Kids – Saturdays
- Michaels Kids Club – 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., $2
- Lakeshore Learning Center – 11 a.m. – 3 p.m., FREE
Where Books and Art Meet (Registration Required) – Saturday, July 9 (2:30 – 3:30 p.m.), FREE
- Explore your creative side every week with art projects based on books and illustrations. Classes are taught by professional artists and art teachers in partnership with Arts For All. For children ages 8-12. Location: South Omaha Library.
Family Skate at Motto McLean Ice Arena – Sundays, July 10, 17, 24 & 31 (12:30-2:30 p.m.)
- $10 for family of 4, $3 for additional person. Price includes: admission, skate rentals, and drink.
Coming Up Soon:
Hitchcock Nature Center: Geocache Bash – July 16 (10 a.m.)
Registration Required by Wednesday, July 13th
- Bring your sense of adventure as you set out in search of hidden caches throughout the park. All ages and experience levels are welcome at this family event but hiking may include traversing steep terrain.
- Pre-registration is required by Wednesday, July 13th as space is limited. There is no cost for this event, free will donations will be accepted to support continued programming.
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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!