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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PLEASE NOTE: It is always a good idea to verify before visiting as details may change, or events may be cancelled. 

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• March 1 – 8
• March 9 – 15
• March 16 – 22
• March 23 – 29
• March 30 – 31
• More March Special Events

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March 1 – 8

PLEASE NOTE: It is always a good idea to verify before visiting as details may change, or events may be cancelled. 

FREE Ongoing Activities:

• FREE Things to Do with Kids in Omaha
• FUN at the Omaha Public Libraries (Registration Required for some events)
• 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
• Special Events with Fat Brain Toys (168th & Dodge) and Learning Express (Regency)
• Free Saturday Craft at Lakeshore Learning – Saturdays (11 a.m. – 3 p.m.), 12005 W. Center Rd., Omaha, NE
• See more March Fun below (not free, but value-priced)!

Read Across America Day at La Vista Library – Monday, Mar. 2 (9 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.)

• Stop in, read for 15 minutes, and receive a special goody bag. Plus, for every 15 minutes you read in the library that day, you can reduce your library fines by $2.
• Location: 9110 Giles Rd., La Vista, NE.

Seussathon Reading Marathon at Bellevue Public Library – Monday, Mar. 2 (9 a.m. – 8 p.m.)

• Happy 116th 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.

Dr. Seuss Storytime & Craft at Learning Express of Omaha – Monday, Mar. 2 (11 a.m. – 12 p.m.), FREE [REGISTER]

• Celebrate Dr. Seuss’s Birthday with a The Cat in the Hat storytime and make an adorable handprint craft with mischievous characters Thing 1 & Thing 2! Register here for this free, all-ages event.
• Location: 120 Regency Pkwy., Omaha, NE.

FUN at the Omaha Public Libraries

• Mar. 4 (10:30 – 11:30 a.m.): Seuss-tastic Storytime: Happy Birthday Dr. Seuss at W. Dale Clark (Main) Library
• Mar. 6 (6:15 – 8 p.m.): Family Night Lock-In: Seuss Celebration at W. Dale Clark (Main) Library [REGISTER]

Kindermusik Friday at Fat Brain Toys – Friday, Mar. 6 (10:30 – 11:30 a.m.)

• Let’s make some music!
• Location: 16909 Burke St., Omaha, NE.

First Friday: Maker Night at the Union Pacific Museum – Friday, Mar. 6 (5:30 – 8 p.m.)

• Design a structure out of paper, play a game, listen to a story, craft something unique, and more!
• Location: Union Pacific Museum, 200 Pearl St., Council Bluffs, IA.

Kids Workshop at Home Depot – Saturday, Mar. 7 (9 a.m. – 12 p.m.) CANCELLED

• Hands-on workshop where kids can build a pair of binoculars.
• UPDATE: The workshop is cancelled, but families can stop by and pick up a kit.

Genius Square Face-Off at Learning Express of Omaha – Saturday, Mar. 7 (9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.)

• Race against the clock to fit all of your pieces into the tetris puzzle before store staff and win. The fastest time of the day to solve the puzzle wins a $25 gift card!
• Location: 120 Regency Pkwy., Omaha, NE.

Onward Family Party at Marcus Majestic Theatre – Saturday, Mar. 7 (10 a.m. – 12 p.m.), FREE (Movie ticket sold separately)

• Enjoy magical crafts, snacks, and a photo backdrop to celebrate the release of Disney and Pixar’s Onward.
• Location: Majestic Cinema of Omaha, 14304 W. Maple Rd., Omaha, NE.

Actividad Familiar: Papalotes (Guatemalan Kites) at Council Bluffs Public Library – Saturday, Mar. 7 (10 a.m. – 12 p.m.)

• Family fun making your own Guatemalan kites.
• Location: 400 Willow Ave., Council Bluffs, IA.

Live Justice Dance Party at Village Pointe – Saturday, Mar. 7 (11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.)

• Cool music, dance moves, and exclusive savings!
• Location: 17305 Davenport St., Omaha, NE.

Free Kid’s Crafts at Michaels – Mar. 8 – 13

• Bring the kids to the store for a cute new craft each day. Ages 3+.
• Mar. 8 (2 – 4 p.m.): Craft Stick Bee

MORE FUN THIS WEEK –

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

St. Patrick’s Day Family Swim at Mockingbird Hills – Friday, Mar. 6 (7 – 9 p.m.), $1/person

• Bring the whole family to an evening of swimming and crafts.
• Location: 10242 Mockingbird Dr., Omaha, NE.

Maple Tree Tap at Botna Bend Park – Saturday, Mar. 7 (1 p.m., 2:30 p.m. or 4 p.m.), $3/person [REGISTER]

• This program will introduce you to the basics of syrup making from tapping the trees to bottling the final product. If temperatures are cooperative and the sap is flowing participants can even taste the sweet sap as it flows from the tree.
• Location: 42926 Mahogany Rd., Hancock, IA.

Kids Dream at Marcus Theatres – Feb. 21 – Apr. 5 (Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays at 10 a.m.), Admission: $3

• Join in the fun Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays at 10 a.m., February 21 – April 5 to view your favorite family flicks for $3.00. See schedule of movies and find out how to get FREE tickets here!
• Participating Theatres: Majestic-Omaha, Twin Creek, Village Pointe.

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March 9 – 15

PLEASE NOTE: It is always a good idea to verify before visiting as details may change, or events may be cancelled. 

>> Looking for fun ideas over Spring Break? Find 10+ Things to Do during Spring Break in Omaha here! (Some events and activities are free, others are included with regular admission.)<<

FREE Ongoing Activities:

• FREE Things to Do with Kids in Omaha
• FUN at the Omaha Public Libraries (Registration Required for some events)
• 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
• Special Events with Fat Brain Toys (168th & Dodge) and Learning Express (Regency)
• Free Saturday Craft at Lakeshore Learning – Saturdays (11 a.m. – 3 p.m.), 12005 W. Center Rd., Omaha, NE
• See more March Fun below (not free, but value-priced)!

Make St. Patrick’s Day Slime at Learning Express of Omaha – Monday, Mar. 9 (11 a.m. – 12 p.m.), FREE [REGISTER]

• Make your own ooey, gooey St. Patrick’s Day slime!
• Register here for this free, all-ages activity.
• Location: 120 Regency Pkwy., Omaha, NE.

Free Kid’s Crafts at Michaels – Mar. 8 – 13

• Bring the kids to the store for a cute new craft each day. Ages 3+.
• Mar. 9 (4 – 6 p.m.): Pom-Pom Caterpillar
• Mar. 10 (4 – 6 p.m.): Stained Glass Kite
• Mar. 11 (4 – 6 p.m.): Beaded Butterfly
• Mar. 12 (4 – 6 p.m.): Friendship Bracelets
• Mar. 13 (4 – 6 p.m.): Clothespin Birds

Toddler Tuesday: Tinkergarten at Fat Brain Toys – Tuesday, Mar. 10 (10:30 – 11:30 a.m.)

• Kids will craft their own plant pot with Tinkergarten and even plant a few seeds. Plus, they’ll be taught everything they need to know to take care of their new plant friend and help it grow.
• Location: 16909 Burke St., Omaha, NE.

Tiny Tot Spring Party at A.V. Sorensen Community Center – Wednesday, Mar. 11 (10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.)

• Enjoy storytime, crafts, games, and the bounce house!
• Location: 4808 Cass Street, Omaha.

FUN at the Omaha Public Libraries

• Mar. 11 (10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.): Tiny Tots Spring Party at A.V. Sorensen Branch.
• Mar. 11 (10:30 – 11:30 a.m.): St. Patrick’s Day Storytime at W. Dale Clark (Main) Library
• Mar. 13 (10:30 – 11:30 a.m.): Out & About Storytime: Fire Station #23. Afterward, families will enjoy a presentation and a tour of the fire station. (9090 N 30th Street, Omaha.)
• Mar. 14 (10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.): Pi Day Greek Mythology Festival at Saddlebrook Branch

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

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

Read and Grow at Lauritzen Gardens – Friday, Mar. 13 (10 – 11:30 a.m.), REGISTER

• 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.
• 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.
• Register Here.
• Location: Lauritzen Gardens, 100 Bancroft St., Omaha, NE.

Lowe’s DIY Kids Workshop – Saturday, Mar. 14 (9 a.m. – 12 p.m.), [REGISTER]

• Kids with their parent’s help can build a Tabletop Basketball Game. Register at your favorite location here, as space is limited.

NEW! Wetland Program at Heron Haven – Saturday, Mar. 14 (10 a.m.)

• Topic for this month’s Wetland Program: Signs of Spring.
• Location: 11809 Old Maple Rd., Omaha, NE.

Omaha St. Patrick’s Parade – Saturday, Mar. 14 (10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.)

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

MAKE Omaha – Saturday, Mar. 14 (10 a.m. – 3 p.m.)

• Spark your creative and engineering sides as you learn how you can “make” in Omaha.
• Location: Do Space, 7205 Dodge St., Omaha, NE.

JCPenney Kids Club – Saturday, Mar. 14 (11 a.m. – Noon)

• Kids are invited to make a magical guardian door ornament.
• Location: At your local JCPenney store.

Woven Butterfly at Council Bluffs Public Library – Saturday, Mar. 14 (11 a.m. – 1:45 p.m.)

• Drop in and use some yarn and your weaving skills to create a colorful spring butterfly. For children age 4 through 6th grade.
• Location: 400 Willow Ave., Council Bluffs, IA.

Omaha Storm Chasers + Union Omaha St. Patty’s Day at the Park – Saturday, Mar. 14 (11 a.m. – 3 p.m.), FREE  POSTPONED

•  The event, free to the public, will give fans a chance to celebrate the upcoming 10th season of baseball and the inaugural year of soccer at Werner Park.
• The Omaha-based Irish pub band Shenanigans will be performing live at Werner Park, and corned beef and cabbage and shepherd’s pie will be among the food items available at St. Patty’s at the Park. The event will also feature yard games, a photo booth, a caricature artist, a bounce house, face painting, and a prize drawing.
• Location: Werner Park, 12356 Ballpark Way, Omaha, NE.

Pi Day at the Brain Exchange – Saturday, Mar. 14 (1 – 3:30 p.m.), FREE [REGISTER]

• Loads of pi-themed tech activities for kids and families. Plus, the winner who can recite the most digits of Pi gets to toss a delicious, fresh-made pie in the face of one of the Brain Exchange staff.
• Location: AIM Brain Exchange, 1902 Howard St., Omaha, NE.

MORE FUN THIS WEEK –

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

Kids Dream at Marcus Theatres – Feb. 21 – Apr. 5 (Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays at 10 a.m.), Admission: $3

• Join in the fun Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays at 10 a.m., February 21 – April 5 to view your favorite family flicks for $3.00. See schedule of movies and find out how to get FREE tickets here!
• Participating Theatres: Majestic-Omaha, Twin Creek, Village Pointe.

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March 16 – 22

PLEASE NOTE: It is always a good idea to verify before visiting as details may change, or events may be cancelled. 

>> Looking for fun ideas over Spring Break? Find 10+ Things to Do during Spring Break in Omaha here! (Some events and activities are free, others are included with regular admission.)<<

FREE Ongoing Activities:

• FREE Things to Do with Kids in Omaha
• FUN at the Omaha Public Libraries (Registration Required for some events)
• 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
• Special Events with Fat Brain Toys (168th & Dodge) and Learning Express (Regency)
• Free Saturday Craft at Lakeshore Learning – Saturdays (11 a.m. – 3 p.m.), 12005 W. Center Rd., Omaha, NE
• See more March Fun below (not free, but value-priced)!

La Vista Spring Break Programs – Mar. 16, 17, 19 & 20

• Over Spring Break, explore different mythology, folktales and legends from around the world.
• Mar. 16 (2 – 4 p.m.): Ancient Greece: The Minotaur & Marble Mazes
• Mar. 17 (2 – 4 p.m.): Native Americans: Legends of the Dreamcatcher
• Mar. 19 (2 – 4 p.m.): Ancient China: Terracotta Soldiers & the First Emperor
• Mar. 20 (2 – 4 p.m.): Ancient Rome: Architecture & Design
• Location: La Vista Library, 9110 Giles Rd., La Vista, NE.

FUN at the Omaha Public Libraries

• Mar. 17 (2 – 3 p.m.): Author Spotlight: Dr. Seuss at Millard Branch. This event is geared for kids ages 3-10. [REGISTER]

Unlock Midtown – Mar. 20 – 22 (11 a.m. – 5 p.m.)

• Spielbound is hosting a free neighborhood-wide game comprised of a series of 10 puzzles across 10 retailers.
• Location: Midtown Crossing at Turner Park (Check in at Spielbound, 3229 Harney St., Omaha, NE.)

Read & Play with Curious George Event at Lakeshore Learning – Saturday, Mar. 21 (11 a.m. – 3 p.m.)

• Kids will interact and play with elements from their favorite Curious George books.
• Location: 12005 W. Center Rd., Omaha, NE.

Big Play Saturday: Unicorn Party at Fat Brain Toys – Saturday, Mar. 21 (10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.)

• Meet and take pictures with a real-life unicorn from LaRue’s Little Horse Ranch. Plus, try out a variety of toys and games.
• Location: 16909 Burke St., Omaha, NE.

Shrinky Dinks at Council Bluffs Public Library – Saturday, Mar. 21 (11 a.m. – 1:45 p.m.)

• Drop in and personalize your own Shrinky Dink charms! For children age 4 through 6th grade.
• Location: 400 Willow Ave., Council Bluffs, IA.

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

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

Joslyn’s Teen Council presents: Movie Night @ Joslyn! – Saturday, Mar. 21 (8 – 10:30 p.m.)

• Bring your pillows and blankets inside the Museum to watch the world’s first fully painted feature film, Loving Vincent. This is a FREE event for teens! A selection of snacks and a photo booth will be available throughout the evening, plus a chance to see an exhibition of teen art, Art.Write.Now. Tour.
• Location: Joslyn Art Museum, Witherspoon Concert Hall Foyer, 2200 Dodge St., Omaha, NE.

LEGO Brick Sculpture Invitational at Lauritzen Gardens – Sunday, Mar. 22 (Set-up from 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.; Show open to the public from 1 to 4 p.m.), FREE for participants [Pre-Registration Required by March 15th]

• Bring your best LEGO brick sculpture to exhibit at the garden for a chance to win great prizes! Participation for builders is FREE and is open to builders of all ages. Pre-registration is required by March 15th at 5 p.m.
• All LEGO® brick exhibitors aged 18+ will receive ONE complimentary pass to Lauritzen Gardens to use on the day of the exhibit. Exhibitors aged 17 and under will receive TWO complimentary passes (one for them and one for a chaperone). All other guests of Lauritzen Gardens will be required to pay admission. Members of Lauritzen Gardens will be admitted free.
• Location: 100 Bancroft St., Omaha, NE.

MORE FUN THIS WEEK –

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

Kids Dream at Marcus Theatres – Feb. 21 – Apr. 5 (Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays at 10 a.m.), Admission: $3

• Join in the fun Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays at 10 a.m., February 21 – April 5 to view your favorite family flicks for $3. See schedule of movies and find out how to get FREE tickets here!
• Participating Theatres: Majestic-Omaha, Twin Creek, Village Pointe.

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March 23 – 29

PLEASE NOTE: It is always a good idea to verify before visiting as details may change, or events may be cancelled. 

>> Looking for fun ideas over Spring Break? Find 10+ Things to Do during Spring Break in Omaha here! (Some events and activities are free, others are included with regular admission.)<<

FREE Ongoing Activities:

• FREE Things to Do with Kids in Omaha
• FUN at the Omaha Public Libraries (Registration Required for some events)
• 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
• Special Events with Fat Brain Toys (168th & Dodge) and Learning Express (Regency)
• Free Saturday Craft at Lakeshore Learning – Saturdays (11 a.m. – 3 p.m.), 12005 W. Center Rd., Omaha, NE
• See more March Fun below (not free, but value-priced)!

Wheels Party at Council Bluffs Public Library – Wednesday, Mar. 25 (9:45 – 10:45 a.m.)

• Drop-in and explore all things with wheels! For children age 5 and younger and an adult companion.
• Location: 400 Willow Ave., Council Bluffs, IA.

Bass Pro Shops’ Spring Fishing Classic Kid’s Event – Mar. 28-29 (12 – 4 p.m. each day), FREE

• Catch-and-release pool, crafts, photo download, and kid’s seminars.
• Location: 2901 Bass Pro Dr., Council Bluffs, IA.

Rainbow Roll-Up at Council Bluffs Public Library – Saturday, Mar. 28 (11 a.m. – 1:45 p.m.)

• Drop-in and use your culinary skills to create a colorful tasty treat! For children age 4 through 6th grade.
• Location: 400 Willow Ave., Council Bluffs, IA.

Common Cents Carnival – Saturday, Mar. 28 (11 a.m. – 1 p.m.), FREE [REGISTER]

• Join the Council Bluffs Money Smart Committee for their annual Money Smart event for kids. Play games, learn about money design, make a budget, face painting, balloon animals, bounce house and more.
• This event is free and geared towards families with children in grades K-5th. Free lunch included.
• Location: Boys & Girls Club of Council Bluffs, 815 N. 16th St., Council Bluffs, IA.

Omaha Organization for the Purpose of Storytelling: Stories of Women – Sunday, Mar. 29 (2 – 4 p.m.)

• The professional storytellers of OOPS will share both true and tall-tales related to women on the plains. Bring the kids and grand-kids for this family-friendly and fun afternoon.
• Light refreshments will be served following the presentation.
• Location: Sarpy County Museum, 2402 Clay St., Bellevue, NE.