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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Corduroy Visits the Library – Nov. 4 – 12, FREE
- Enjoy stories, crafts, and activities with Corduroy. See times and locations here.
Do Space Anniversary Celebration – Nov. 10 (4:30 – 8 p.m.), FREE
- Do Space Turns One! Enjoy activities from their most popular programs and technology.
The Jungle Book at The Rose Theater – Oct. 28 – Nov. 13
- Enjoy this new adaptation of the classic story. Recommended for ages 8+. Tickets for The Jungle Book are $20. Discount ticket vouchers are available at all area Hy-Vee stores. Members of The Rose receive four free tickets to the production.
Veterans Day Local Events and Free Offers
In honor of Veterans Day, enjoy local events, restaurant discounts, and free admission to local attractions for veterans and active military personnel. Thank you for your service!
May require some form of military ID. As always, it is a good idea to verify with your favorite location before visiting.
- Veteran’s Recognition Day at the Omaha Zoo – 11/11 (10 a.m. – 4 p.m.)
- Veterans Day at The Strategic Air and Space Museum – 11/11 (11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.)
- Free Admission for Veterans at The Durham Museum – 11/11 – 11/12 (10 a.m. – 5 p.m.), 11/13 (1 – 5 p.m.)
- Silent Walk in Honor of Our US Veterans at Heron Haven Wetland Sanctuary – 11/12 (9 – 10 a.m.)
- Operation Fun! Military & First Responders FREE Weekend at the Kroc Center – 11/12 – 11/13
- Many Restaurants offering FREE Meals for Veterans
- See more local events and discounts here!
Try Hockey for Free Day – Nov. 12, Registration Required, FREE
- Kids, ages 4 to 9, are invited to come try youth hockey. Local Participating Rinks: Moylan Ice Plex and Sidner Ice Arena. Click here for times of event and to register.
Lane’s Light – Nov. 12 (9 a.m. – 1 p.m.)
- Come vote for your favorite tree decorated by local businesses. This is a free event where you can even get pictures taken with Santa (for a fee). Lighthouse ornaments to the first 200 families. Location: Hilton Omaha, 1001 Cass St. Hosted by Lane Thomas Foundation.
Family Education Program at Heron Haven – Nov. 12 (10 a.m.), FREE
- Learn how the autumn season effects Heron Haven.
AIM codeCraft – Nov. 12 (10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.), FREE, Registration Required
- codeCraft Explorers offers youth the opportunity to participate in a wide variety of STEM learning activities. Location: AIM Brain Exchange, 1902 Howard St.
Little Gobbler Event at Hummel Nature Center – Nov. 12 (10 a.m. – 2 p.m.) Registration required, FREE
- Go on a fall hike looking for turkeys and their tracks, make a turkey caller, and more. Register online or at any City of Omaha Community Center.
Fall Family Fun Craft at Swanson Branch Main Level – Nov. 12 (11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.), FREE
- Celebrate the season and upcoming holidays with a fun family craft! All ages are welcome. If small kids are part of your family, join us for storytime at 10:30 a.m. before the craft.
See more Thanksgiving Events and Thanksgiving Weekend Events here!
Santa’s Arrival at Oak View Mall (Food Court Entrance) – Nov. 12 (10 a.m.), FREE
- Children are invited to enjoy a story read by the jolly ole’ elf himself. Free milk and cookies will be provided by Hiland Dairy and Oak View Mall. After the story join Santa and the Kitty Lee Dance Studio for a parade thru the mall.
Where Books and Art Meet with Arts for All (Registration Required) – Nov. 12 (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 Night Extravaganza at the Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum – Nov. 12 (5 – 8 p.m.)
- Exciting engineering night at the museum that includes an airplane crawl plus an interactive family trivia game competition. Guests will be able to explore the Museum’s T-29 “Flying Classroom” and learn how the aircraft was used as a military technology navigation trainer. Guests may bring a picnic dinner or eat at the museum’s new snack bar, SAC Lunch. Included with regular museum admission.
Santa’s Arrival at Bass Pro Shop – Nov. 12 (5 – 8 p.m.), FREE
- Preview Event and Santa’s Arrival and grand opening of Santa’s Wonderland.
Family Skate at Motto McLean Ice Arena – Sundays, Nov. 6, 13, 20 & 27; (4 – 6 p.m.)
- $10 for family of 4, $3 for additional person. Price includes: admission, skate rentals, and drink.
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Have a wonderful fun-filled weekend!