10+ FREE Omaha Events in March

Enjoy many family-friendly events coming up in Omaha, including these 10+ FREE Events in March! Celebrate Dr. Seuss, St. Patrick’s Day Parade, Events for Teens, and more!

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Featured Event: Goldfish Swim School Grand Opening Event!

Grand Opening Party at Goldfish Swim School West Omaha – Saturday, March 30, 2019 (2 – 5 p.m.)

• Come join Goldfish-West Omaha and celebrate their Grand Opening on March 30th from 2 – 5 p.m.! The Grand Opening Party will include a FREE family swim, snacks, refreshments, crafts for the kids, and much more!
• Find out more about Goldfish Swim School here!
• Location: Goldfish Swim School – West Omaha, 2502 S. 133rd Plaza Suite 102, Omaha.

 

It is always a good idea to verify before visiting as dates and times may change. 

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• March 1 – 3
• March 4 – 10
• March 11 – 17
• March 18 – 24
• March 25 – 31

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March 1 – 3

Please Note: It is always a good idea to verify before visiting as details may change.

FREE Ongoing Activities:

• FREE Things to Do with Kids in Omaha
• FUN at the Omaha Public Libraries (Registration Required for some events)
• Special Events with Fat Brain Toys (168th & Dodge)
• CommuniTEA and Coffee with City Sprouts – Saturdays, October – March (10 a.m. – 12 p.m.), 4002 Seward St.
• Members of Omaha, Council Bluffs, and Bellevue Public Libraries can check out passes to Fontenelle Forest
• Members of Omaha Public Libraries can check out passes to Lauritzen Gardens
• Free Saturday Craft at Lakeshore Learning – Saturdays (11 a.m. – 3 p.m.), 12005 W. Center Rd., Omaha, NE

 

Kindermusik at Fat Brain Toys – Friday, Mar. 1 (10:30 – 11:30 a.m.)

• Explore the thrills of music-making, then stick around for a snack.
• Location: 16909 Burke St., Omaha, NE.

 

Dr. Seuss Storytime & Craft – Friday, March 1 (1 – 2:00 p.m.)

• Come join us in the celebration of Dr. Seuss’s Birthday! Join in on the Read Across America tribute with a Cat in the Hat storytime and craft.
• Location: Learning Express of Omaha, 120 Regency Pkwy, Omaha.

 

Earth Night Family Night at the Union Pacific Museum – Friday, Mar. 1 (5:30 – 8 p.m.)

• Create, Learn, and Play! Explore nature and how to care for our environment.
• Location: Union Pacific Museum, 200 Pearl St., Council Bluffs, IA.

 

FUN at the Omaha Public Libraries

• Mar. 1, (6:15 – 8 p.m.): After Hours: Family Fun Night at W. Dale Clark (Main) Library [REGISTER]
• Mar. 2, (11 – 11:30 a.m.): Read Across America Day Craft at Saddlebrook Branch Library

 

Meet The Author: Eric Litwin + Writing Contest Celebration – Saturday, Mar. 2 (9 – 11 a.m.)

• Come meet Eric Litwin, the original author of Pete the Cat, The Nuts, and Groovy Joe! This event is free and open to the public. Eric Litwin will be presenting to participants of the MLC writing contest and any from the public who want to attend for free on March 2. Books will be on sale from The Bookworm by 8 a.m., Litwin will present to the group at 9 a.m., and then the MLC will present awards, and Litwin will start signing books.
• Location: Lewis and Clark Middle School, 6901 Burt St., Omaha, NE.

 

Kids Workshop at Home Depot – Saturday, Mar. 2 (9 a.m. – 12 p.m.)

• Hands-on workshop where kids can build a clock.

 

Read across America! – March 2 (9 – 11 a.m.)

• March 2nd is Dr. Seuss’s birthday and Read Across America day! They are celebrating with FREE children’s books generously donated by half price books and more.
• Location: Hy-Vee (156th & Maple), 3410 N 156th St, Omaha.

 

Seussathon Reading Marathon at Bellevue Public Library – Saturday, Mar. 2 (9 a.m. – 4 p.m.)

• Happy 115th birthday, Dr. Seuss! Join in a reading marathon for Read Across America Day, plus enjoy freebies, door prizes, and refreshments.
• Location: 1003 Lincoln Rd., Bellevue, NE.

 

MORE FUN THIS WEEK –

Special events that are not free, but value-priced! Find more fun in March here!

80’s Themed Family Swim at Mockingbird Hills – Friday, Mar. 1 (7 – 9 p.m.), $1/person

• Bring the whole family to an evening of swimming and a fun activity.
• Location: 10242 Mockingbird Dr.

 

Kids Dream Winter Film Series at Marcus Theaters – Saturdays & Sundays, March 2 – April 14, 2019 (10 a.m.); Admission is $3, but you can also download or pick up FREE Tickets.

• See family-friendly movies on Saturdays and Sundays at 10 a.m. Admission is $3.
• You can also download FREE tickets! Find out more here.
• Participating locations include Majestic Cinema (144th & Maple, Omaha, NE), Twin Creek Cinema (3909 Raynor Pkwy., Bellevue, NE), and Village Pointe Cinema (304 N. 174th St., Omaha, NE).
• See Movie Titles and Schedule here!

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March 4 – 10

Please Note: It is always a good idea to verify before visiting as details may change.

FREE Ongoing Activities:

• FREE Things to Do with Kids in Omaha
• FUN at the Omaha Public Libraries (Registration Required for some events)
• Special Events with Fat Brain Toys (168th & Dodge)
• CommuniTEA and Coffee with City Sprouts – Saturdays, October – March (10 a.m. – 12 p.m.), 4002 Seward St.
• Members of Omaha, Council Bluffs, and Bellevue Public Libraries can check out passes to Fontenelle Forest
• Members of Omaha Public Libraries can check out passes to Lauritzen Gardens
• Free Saturday Craft at Lakeshore Learning – Saturdays (11 a.m. – 3 p.m.), 12005 W. Center Rd., Omaha, NE
• Little Peeps Activity at Florence Community Center – Wednesdays (10 – 10:30 a.m.), Arts and craft activities. Ages 3-6. No registration required.

 

FUN at the Omaha Public Libraries

• Mar. 7, (5:30 – 7 p.m.): Tween Hangout: Building Blocks Drones at South Omaha Library. Ages 10-15.
• Mar. 8, (2 – 3 p.m.): Maker It: Retro Toys at South Omaha Library [REGISTER]
• Mar. 9, (1 – 2 p.m.): Sphero Obstacle Course for Teens at Millard Branch Library [REGISTER]
• Mar. 9, (2 – 4 p.m.): Game Time: Nintendo Switch for Teens at A.V. Sorensen Branch Library
• Mar. 9, (2 – 4 p.m.): Get Connected – Teen Tech Week at Florence Branch Library

 

Teen Tech Week at Omaha Public Library – March 5-9

• Teen Tech Week, March 5-9, is a time for libraries all over the country to showcase the digital resources and services that are available to help teens succeed in school and prepare for college and 21st century careers. Omaha Public Library will help teens to “Get Connected” by offering a space to explore, create and share content, and help them gain important digital literacy skills. A variety of free programs will take place during Teen Tech Week. There may be age and registration requirements. Contact the hosting branch or visit omahalibrary.org for more information.

 

Dr. Seuss at Fat Brain Toys – Tuesday, Mar. 5 (10:30 – 11:30 a.m.)

• Cat in the Hat will be here to read all your Dr. Seuss favorites. Then, stick around for a fun Seuss-themed craft activity plus a snack.
• Location: 16909 Burke St., Omaha, NE.

 

Mardi Gras Party at LaVista Library – Tuesday, Mar. 5 (4 – 4:45 p.m.)

• Make your own mask and participate in our first Mardi Gras Parade around the library.
• Location: 9110 Giles Rd., La Vista, NE.

 

FREE Family Swim Events at Goldfish Swim School – West Omaha – March 8 – 10th

• Visit the NEW Goldfish Swim School opening soon with FREE family swim events. Come and check them out and bring your suit for a splashing good time.
  • Friday, March 8th from 6 – 8 p.m.
  • Saturday, March 9th from 2 – 6 p.m.
  • Sunday, March 10th from 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
• Location: 2502 S. 133rd Plaza Suite 102, Omaha.

 

Hike & Program at Heron Haven – Saturday, Mar. 9 (10 – 11:30 a.m.)

• Learn to call like a bobwhite quail! Make seed balls with native flowers and grass and bee motels to take home to help start a habitat garden of your own. Finish the morning with a wildlife walk to hunt for native plants, animals and (maybe) pollinators.
• Location: 11809 Old Maple Rd., Omaha, NE.

 

JC Penney Kids’ Zone – Saturday, Mar. 9 (11 a.m. – 12 p.m.)

• Make a charming bead necklace in stores.

 

Human Condition Family Day + Pop-up Event at KANEKO – Saturday, March 9 (11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.)

• Participate in hands on STEM + Creativity activities that explore various themes of the Human Condition Season. For this Family Day; STEM and Creative programming will take place throughout the KANEKO galleries and the KANEKO-UNO Library.
• Location: KANEKO, 1111 Jones St., Omaha.

 

Free Photo with the Cat in the Hat at Nebraska Furniture Mart – Saturday, March 9 (12 – 3 p.m.)

• Get a Free Photo with the Cat in the Hat.
• Location: Nebraska Furniture Mart, 700 South 72nd St., Omaha.

 

Family MAKE Week at Michaels

• Mar. 10, (2 – 4 p.m.): Family MAKE Week Salt Painting

 

MORE FUN THIS WEEK –

Special events that are not free, but value-priced! Find more fun in March here!

Exciting Events at Omaha Area Marcus Theatres this March

• FREE Soda Weekend (March 8-10) or Popcorn Weekend (March 15-17) with ticket purchase
• $1 Retro Favorites (Majestic of Omaha and Twin Creek only)

 

Kids Dream Winter Film Series at Marcus Theaters – Saturdays & Sundays, March 2 – April 14, 2019 (10 a.m.); Admission is $3, but you can also download or pick up FREE Tickets.

• See family-friendly movies on Saturdays and Sundays at 10 a.m. Admission is $3.
• You can also download FREE tickets! Find out more here.
• Participating locations include Majestic Cinema (144th & Maple, Omaha, NE), Twin Creek Cinema (3909 Raynor Pkwy., Bellevue, NE), and Village Pointe Cinema (304 N. 174th St., Omaha, NE).
• See Movie Titles and Schedule here!

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March 11 – 17

Please Note: It is always a good idea to verify before visiting as details may change.

FREE Ongoing Activities:

• FREE Things to Do with Kids in Omaha
• FUN at the Omaha Public Libraries (Registration Required for some events)
• Special Events with Fat Brain Toys (168th & Dodge)
• CommuniTEA and Coffee with City Sprouts – Saturdays, October – March (10 a.m. – 12 p.m.), 4002 Seward St.
• Members of Omaha, Council Bluffs, and Bellevue Public Libraries can check out passes to Fontenelle Forest
• Members of Omaha Public Libraries can check out passes to Lauritzen Gardens
• Free Saturday Craft at Lakeshore Learning – Saturdays (11 a.m. – 3 p.m.), 12005 W. Center Rd., Omaha, NE
• Little Peeps Activity at Florence Community Center – Wednesdays (10 – 10:30 a.m.), Arts and craft activities. Ages 3-6. No registration required.

 

Kids 12 and Under Skate for Free at Motto McLean Ice Arena –  Mar. 11, 2020 (1 – 3 p.m.)

• Free skating for for Omaha youth!
• Location: Motto McLean Ice Arena, 5015 S. 45th St., Omaha, NE.

 

FUN at the Omaha Public Libraries

• Mar. 11, (10:30 – 11:30 a.m.): Omaha Symphony Visits Storytime: Pirates at Millard Branch Library
• Mar. 12, (2 – 3 p.m.): Cooking for Teens: Donuts at A.V. Sorensen Branch Library
• Mar. 13, (10:30 – 11:30 a.m.): St. Patrick’s Day Storytime at W. Dale Clark (Main) Library
• Mar. 13, (3 – 4 p.m.): Fun with STEM: Catapults at Millard Branch Library [REGISTER]
• Mar. 13, (7 – 7:30 p.m.): Stuffed Animal Sleepover at South Omaha Library
• Mar. 14, (2 – 3 p.m.): Jelly Bean Taste Test Challenge at A.V. Sorensen Branch Library
• Mar. 16, (11 – 12 p.m.): Make a Sock Puppet at South Omaha Library
• Mar. 16, (12:30 – 3 p.m.): Super Smash Bros Ultimate Tournament at Saddlebrook Branch Library [REGISTER]
• Mar. 16, (3:30 – 5:30 p.m.): Teen Food & Fun: Oreo Taste Test at Millard Branch Library

 

Sun Catcher Craft at LaVista Library – Monday, Mar. 11 (10 – 10:45 a.m.)

• Celebrate sunny days while painting your own sun catchers.
• Location: 9110 Giles Rd., La Vista, NE.

 

Family MAKE Week at Michaels

• Mar. 11, (4 – 6 p.m.): Family MAKE Week Egg Drop
• Mar. 12, (4 – 6 p.m.): Family MAKE Week Binary Code Necklace
• Mar. 13, (4 – 6 p.m.): Family MAKE Week 3D Structure
• Mar. 14, (4 – 6 p.m.): Family MAKE Week Perler Patterns
• Mar. 15, (4 – 6 p.m.): Family MAKE Week Water Resist Painting

 

Mrs. Barry – Springtime Fun at Fat Brain Toys – Tuesday, Mar. 12 (10:30 – 11:30 a.m.)

• Mrs. Barry is going to read two spring-inspired books – Pug & Pig and Hungry Bunny – and then teach a few fun spring-time dances. Plus, there will be a Little Piggy craft activity.
• Location: 16909 Burke St., Omaha, NE.

 

Flower Power Crafts at LaVista Library – Thursday, Mar. 14 (10 – 10:45 a.m.)

• Escape from the winter doldrums with fun and colorful flower making crafts ideal for the whole family!
• Location: 9110 Giles Rd., La Vista, NE.

 

Kids Funfare – Thursday, Mar. 14 (10 a.m.)

• Come to Center Court for singing and dancing with your toddler, led by Carrie at Kindermusik. Ages 3-7.
• Location: Regency Omaha, 120 Regency Pkwy, Omaha.

 

Read and Grow in Lauritzen Gardens: Dino-mite Stories – March 15 (10 – 11:30 a.m.), Registration Required

• Join the Omaha Public Library in the garden each month for stories that celebrate gardens, plants, insects and more, and discover the joys of nature, movement, music, and literature. Programs are presented one Friday per month and are geared for preschool aged children, but all ages are welcome. This is a free program. Program registration includes admission to the garden for the entire day of the program. Children, or guests not properly registered or not participating in the program will need to pay garden admission (for programs held during normal operating hours).
• Register Here
• Location: Lauritzen Gardens, 100 Bancroft Street, Omaha.

 

Omaha St. Patrick’s Parade – NEW DATE: Saturday, March 16 (10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.)

• Route: Starts at 15th & Howard Streets, go EAST on Harney to 11th St., SOUTH to Howard St., and WEST to 14th St.

 

MORE FUN THIS WEEK –

Special events that are not free, but value-priced! Find more fun in March here!

Exciting Events at Omaha Area Marcus Theatres this March

• FREE Popcorn Weekend (March 15-17) with ticket purchase
• $1 Retro Favorites (Majestic of Omaha and Twin Creek only)

 

Kids Dream Winter Film Series at Marcus Theaters – Saturdays & Sundays, March 2 – April 14, 2019 (10 a.m.); Admission is $3, but you can also download or pick up FREE Tickets.

• See family-friendly movies on Saturdays and Sundays at 10 a.m. Admission is $3.
• You can also download FREE tickets! Find out more here.
• Participating locations include Majestic Cinema (144th & Maple, Omaha, NE), Twin Creek Cinema (3909 Raynor Pkwy., Bellevue, NE), and Village Pointe Cinema (304 N. 174th St., Omaha, NE).
• See Movie Titles and Schedule here!

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March 18 – 24

Please Note: It is always a good idea to verify before visiting as details may change.

FREE Ongoing Activities:

• FREE Things to Do with Kids in Omaha
• FUN at the Omaha Public Libraries (Registration Required for some events)
• Special Events with Fat Brain Toys (168th & Dodge)
• CommuniTEA and Coffee with City Sprouts – Saturdays, October – March (10 a.m. – 12 p.m.), 4002 Seward St.
• Members of Omaha, Council Bluffs, and Bellevue Public Libraries can check out passes to Fontenelle Forest
• Members of Omaha Public Libraries can check out passes to Lauritzen Gardens
• Free Saturday Craft at Lakeshore Learning – Saturdays (11 a.m. – 3 p.m.), 12005 W. Center Rd., Omaha, NE
• Little Peeps Activity at Florence Community Center – Wednesdays (10 – 10:30 a.m.), Arts and craft activities. Ages 3-6. No registration required.

 

Kids 12 and Under Skate for Free at Motto McLean Ice Arena –  Mar. 21, 2020 (12 – 2 p.m.)

• Free skating for for Omaha youth!
• Location: Motto McLean Ice Arena, 5015 S. 45th St., Omaha, NE.

 

FUN at the Omaha Public Libraries

• Mar. 18, (10:30 – 11:15 a.m.): Omaha Symphony Visits Family Storytime: Pirates at Milton R. Abrahams Branch Library
• Mar. 20, (2 – 3 p.m.): Elephant, Piggie, and Pigeon Party at Millard Branch Library [REGISTER]
• Mar. 21, (5:30 – 7 p.m.): Get Crafty: Duct Tape Magic Wallet at South Omaha Library
• Mar. 22, (10:30 – 11 a.m.): Omaha Symphony Visits Family Storytime: Pirates at W. Clarke Swanson Branch Library
• Mar. 22, (6 – 8 p.m.): Old MacDonald Had A Farm Book-To-Life Party at Saddlebrook Branch Library
• Mar. 23, (1:30 – 3 p.m.): Art Time: Book Art Sculptures for Teens at Benson Branch Library

 

Unlock Midtown – Mar. 22 – 24 (11 a.m. – 5 p.m.)

• A neighborhood-wide game comprised of a series of 11 clues & puzzles across 11 retailers.
• Location: Midtown Crossing at Turner Park (Check in at Spielbound, 3229 Harney St., Omaha, NE.)

 

Planes, Trains, & Automobiles Event at Lakeshore Learning – Saturday, Mar. 23 (11 a.m. – 3 p.m.)

• Kids learn all about transportation from the vehicles they see on the road, on the rails and in the sky.
• Location: 12005 W. Center Rd., Omaha, NE.

 

 

FREE Family Swim Event at Goldfish West Omaha – March 24 (2:30 – 4:30 p.m.)

• FREE family swim, facility tours and lots of family fun.

 

MORE FUN THIS WEEK –

Special events that are not free, but value-priced! Find more fun in March here!

Exciting Events at Omaha Area Marcus Theatres this March

• FREE Soda Weekend (March 8-10) or Popcorn Weekend (March 15-17) with ticket purchase
• $1 Retro Favorites (Majestic of Omaha and Twin Creek only)

 

Kids Dream Winter Film Series at Marcus Theaters – Saturdays & Sundays, March 2 – April 14, 2019 (10 a.m.); Admission is $3, but you can also download or pick up FREE Tickets.

• See family-friendly movies on Saturdays and Sundays at 10 a.m. Admission is $3.
• You can also download FREE tickets! Find out more here.
• Participating locations include Majestic Cinema (144th & Maple, Omaha, NE), Twin Creek Cinema (3909 Raynor Pkwy., Bellevue, NE), and Village Pointe Cinema (304 N. 174th St., Omaha, NE).
• See Movie Titles and Schedule here!

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March 25 – 31

Please Note: It is always a good idea to verify before visiting as details may change.

FREE Ongoing Activities:

• FREE Things to Do with Kids in Omaha
• FUN at the Omaha Public Libraries (Registration Required for some events)
• Special Events with Fat Brain Toys (168th & Dodge)
• CommuniTEA and Coffee with City Sprouts – Saturdays, October – March (10 a.m. – 12 p.m.), 4002 Seward St.
• Members of Omaha, Council Bluffs, and Bellevue Public Libraries can check out passes to Fontenelle Forest
• Members of Omaha Public Libraries can check out passes to Lauritzen Gardens
• Free Saturday Craft at Lakeshore Learning – Saturdays (11 a.m. – 3 p.m.), 12005 W. Center Rd., Omaha, NE
• Little Peeps Activity at Florence Community Center – Wednesdays (10 – 10:30 a.m.), Arts and craft activities. Ages 3-6. No registration required.

 

FUN at the Omaha Public Libraries

• Mar. 27, (11 – 11:30 a.m.): Messy Morning at Saddlebrook Branch Library
• Mar. 27, (3 – 4 p.m.): Fun with STEM: Gliders at Millard Branch Library [REGISTER]
• Mar. 29, (10:30 – 11 a.m.): Biscuit Visits Florence Storytime at Florence Branch Library
• Mar. 30, (10:15 – 10:45 a.m.): Biscuit Visits Benson Storytime at Benson Branch Library
• Mar. 30, (11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.): Spring Family Craft at W. Clarke Swanson Branch Library
• Mar. 30, (1 – 2 p.m.): Get Crafty: Wildflower Seed Balls at South Omaha Library
• Mar. 31, (1:30 – 2:30 p.m.): Spring Family Craft at Milton R. Abrahams Branch Library

 

 

FREE Dumbo Party at Marcus Theatres Omaha – March 30-31 (10 a.m. – Noon)

• Celebrate the opening weekend of “Dumbo” with complimentary kids’ parties from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, March 30, and Sunday, March 31. Includes games, crafts and snacks. (Movie admission sold separately.)
• Specials available at Majestic of Omaha, Twin Creek, and Village Pointe.

 

Unicorn Party at Fat Brain Toys – Saturday, Mar. 30 (10:30 a.m. – noon)

• A real-life unicorn is going to be here from 10:30 to noon. Plus, decorate cookies and make unicorn horns.
• Location: 16909 Burke St., Omaha, NE.

 

Family Movie & Game Night – Saturday, Mar. 30 (5 – 8 p.m.)

• Free kid-friendly dinner, including dessert. Kids will make a craft and enjoy a movie with popcorn! Parents/adults are welcome to watch the movie or play board games and/or receive prayer.
• Location: Calvary Lutheran Omaha, 2941 N. 80th St., Omaha, NE.

MORE FUN THIS WEEK –

Special events that are not free, but value-priced! Find more fun in March here!

Exciting Events at Omaha Area Marcus Theatres this March

• FREE Soda Weekend (March 8-10) or Popcorn Weekend (March 15-17) with ticket purchase
• $1 Retro Favorites (Majestic of Omaha and Twin Creek only)

 

Kids Dream Winter Film Series at Marcus Theaters – Saturdays & Sundays, March 2 – April 14, 2019 (10 a.m.); Admission is $3, but you can also download or pick up FREE Tickets.

• See family-friendly movies on Saturdays and Sundays at 10 a.m. Admission is $3.
• You can also download FREE tickets! Find out more here.
• Participating locations include Majestic Cinema (144th & Maple, Omaha, NE), Twin Creek Cinema (3909 Raynor Pkwy., Bellevue, NE), and Village Pointe Cinema (304 N. 174th St., Omaha, NE).
• See Movie Titles and Schedule here!

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