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10+ FREE Activities to Beat the Heat in Omaha!

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How can we stay cool, save money, and have fun with our kids? Looking for fun things to do in Omaha when it is hot outside?

Choose from 10+ Free (or almost Free) Activities to Beat the Heat!

10+ FREE Things to Do in Omaha when it is HOT Outside

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1. 20+ Spraygrounds and Splash Parks

  • Stay cool on a hot summer day with 20+ Spraygrounds and Splash Parks in the Omaha Area!

 

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2. Hydrant Parties

  • Stay cool on hot, summer days with City of Omaha’s Hydrant Parties and Council Bluffs Hydrant Parties!

 

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3.  Summer Reading Programs and Storytimes

  • Summer Reading Programs at your local library offer special storytimes, magic shows, animals, costumed characters, plus many other special events.

 

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4. Kids Bowl Free

  • Register your children and they will receive two free games every day all summer! (Shoe rental extra.) Parents can purchase a family pass, if they wish, so they can bowl with their kids. What a great way to be active and have fun with your kids all summer and build memories together!

 

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5. FREE or Cheap Indoor Movies

  • Many Free or Reduced Movies are offered throughout the Summer at many local theaters and libraries. 

 

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6. Super Fun Water Balloon Games and Activities

  • Inexpensive activities include an obstacle course, water balloon piñata, water balloon towel toss, and more!

 

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7. Free Kids Workshops and Programs

  • Enjoy many free or inexpensive programs for kids in the Omaha area including Kids Clubs, art programs, building workshops, and more!

 

8. Joslyn Art Museum [CLOSED UNTIL 2024]

  • Free general admission every day, and enjoy the special ArtWorks area for kids!

 

9. Other Fun Indoor Activities

  • Climb in the Indoor Children’s Play Areas at Oak View Mall and Westroads Mall.
  • See huge exhibits of ‘stuffed’ animals at Bass Pro Shop or Cabela’s.

 

10. Explore the Union Pacific Railroad Museum.

  • Location: 200 Pearl St., Council Bluffs, Iowa.

 

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11. Find more FREE Things to Do for Indoor Fun

  • Discover many fun indoor activities in Omaha!

 

Other Helpful Resources:

  • Free Summer Activities in Omaha
  • Ultimate Guide of Things to Do with Kids in Omaha
  • Kids Eat Free

 

FIND MORE FUN ALL SUMMER WITH THESE OMAHA SUMMER FUN GUIDES!

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