Kite Festival, Free Comic Book Day, Star Wars Day, Bike Rodeo, Spring into Summer, Free Fishing Day, and so much more!

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

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

May 1 – 3, 2020

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

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 May Fun below (not free, but value-priced)!

Children’s Day Celebrations at the Omaha Public Libraries

• May 1 (11 a.m. – 12 p.m.): May Day Día Celebration at Millard Branch

Tiny Tot Kick-Off Summer Party at A.V. Sorensen Community Center – May 13, 2020 (10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.)

• Enjoy storytime, crafts, games, and the bounce house!
• Location: 16909 Burke St., Omaha, NE.

FUN at the Omaha Public Libraries (Registration Required for some events):

• Día Day: Bilingual Storytime – Wednesday, May 1 (10:30 – 11:30 a.m.), Charles B. Washington Branch
• Día Day: Family Storytime with Kids on the Block puppets – Thursday, May 2 (10:15 – 11 a.m.), Benson Branch
• Children’s Day/Día de los Niños Celebration Storytime – Friday, May 3 (10:30 – 11 a.m.), W. Clarke Swanson Branch
• Children’s Day/Día de los Niños Celebration Storytime – Saturday, May 4 (10:30 – 11 a.m.), W. Clarke Swanson Branch
• Star Wars Day & Free Comic Books Party – Saturday, May 4 (10:30 – 11:30 a.m.), Saddlebrook Branch
• LEGO Club: Star Wars Day & Free Comic Book Day Edition – Saturday, May 4 (11 a.m. – 12 p.m.), Milton R. Abrahams Branch
• Star Wars & Free Comic Book Day Celebration – Saturday, May 4 (11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.), A.V. Sorensen Branch
• Free Comic Book Day Button Making – Saturday, May 4 (2 – 4 p.m.), Florence Branch

Springtime Party: Touch A Truck Kids Event at Hy-Vee Council Bluffs – Thursday, May 2 (5 – 7 p.m.)

• Get up close and learn about hard working vehicles in our city! You will be able to explore the Hy-Vee heathy you mobile, a dump truck, cement truck, police car and more.
• Location: Hy-Vee, 2323 W. Broadway, Council Bluffs, IA.

Sounds of the Railroad Family Night at the Union Pacific Museum – Friday, May 3 (5:30 – 8 p.m.)

• It’s the 150th anniversary of the transcontinental railroad! The museum is having a sonic celebration and exploring the resonances and reverberations of this major moment in history to celebrate. This event is free and open to the public.
• Location: Union Pacific Museum, 200 Pearl St., Council Bluffs, IA.

FREE Comic Book Day – Saturday, May 4 (all day), FREE

• Enjoy fun events and free comics at the annual Free Comic Book Day. Enter your zip code for participating locations near you.

Cinco de Mayo Parade [24th St. (D to L)] – Saturday, May 4 (10 a.m.)

• Features floats, marching bands, and other entertainers along historic 24th St. Rain or shine.

Bike Rodeo – Saturday, May 4 (11 a.m. – 1 p.m.)

• Games, snacks, obstacle course, and more!
• Location: Blair Police Department, 1730 Lincoln St., Omaha, NE.

May the 4th Be with You! at Chick-fil-A 76th & Dodge – Saturday, May 4 (11 a.m. – 2 p.m.)

• Bring your littles (ages 2 – 12) wearing their best galaxy gear between 11 am and 2 pm and they will receive a FREE Kid’s Meal (4-ct breaded nugget, small waffle fry, small drink (no lemonade), and a prize). Plus, look for a special guest in the store!
• Location: 7575 Dodge St., Omaha, NE.

Free Comic Book Day at Council Bluffs Public Library – Saturday, May 4 (1 – 3 p.m.)

• Free comic book issues, while they last, and a little surprise for the first lucky patrons to attend!
• Location: 400 Willow Ave., Council Bluffs, IA.

May the 4th Star Wars & Star Gazing Night at Hummel Park Nature Center – Saturday, May 4 (7:30 – 9 p.m.), FREE [REGISTER]

• Bring your family to a galaxy not so far away for a fun night of activities and stargazing suited for Jedi’s of all ages.
• Location: 3033 Hummel Rd., Omaha, NE.

Kelly Smith Memorial Bike Rodeo – Sunday, May 5 (11 a.m. – 1 p.m.)

• Kids bike rodeo obstacle course, free bike helmets to first 150 kids (only up to age 14), bike raffle, free safety checks (kids bikes only up to age 14), NoWear BMX Stunt Team performances, and free Jimmy Johns sandwiches, while supply lasts.
• Location: Bike Rack, 14510 Eagle Run Dr., Omaha, NE.

La Vista’s Spring Kite Festival – Sunday, May 5 (12 – 4 p.m.), FREE

• Bring your own kite, and kids can bring a bag for the candy drop.
• Location: La Vista Soccer Complex, just south of 66th St. & Harrison St., La Vista, NE.
• Please Note: These events are dependent on the weather and schedules can change.

MORE FUN THIS WEEK –

Special events that are not free, but value-priced! Find more exciting events this May here!

Mystery Cache at Hitchcock Nature Center – Saturday, May 4, (9 a.m. – 1 p.m.), $5/person

• Join in the fun each half hour for an introduction to GPS units before hitting the trails on their own adventure. Search for clues & follow your GPS as you make your way to a secret destination. All ages welcome.
• Location: 27792 Ski Hill Loop, Honey Creek, IA.

Living History at Fort Atkinson State Historical Park – May 4 – 5 (10 a.m. – 4:45 p.m.), Included with Park Permit ($6/daily, $31/annual)

• Experience Living History at Fort Atkinson State Historical Park with interactive activities.
• Location: 201 S. 7th St., Fort Calhoun, NE.

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May 6 – 12

Please Note: It is always a good idea to verify before visiting as dates and times 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) and Learning Express (Regency)
• 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
• Omaha Area Community Celebrations – Many include Parades and other Free Events

Celebrate Mother’s Day

• Enjoy some Free Events and FREEBIES to help celebrate Moms!

FUN at the Omaha Public Libraries (Registration Required for some events):

• Music & Movement Storytime|Mo Willems Extravaganza – Thursday, May 9 (10 – 11 a.m.), Bess Johnson Elkhorn Branch Library
• Omaha Police Visit Storytime – Thursday, May 9 (10:15 – 11 a.m.), Benson Branch Library
• Omaha Police Visit Storytime – Friday, May 10 (10:30 – 11:30 a.m.), Florence Branch Library
• Plant a Salsa Garden/Sembra un Jardín de Salsa – Saturday, May 11 (2 – 3 p.m.), South Omaha Library [REGISTER]

Kids Funfare – Thursday, May 9 (10 a.m.)

• Enjoy the Music Makers show by the Rose Theater in Center Court.
• Location: 120 Regency Pkwy., Omaha, NE.

150th Kickoff Celebration! at the Union Pacific Museum – Friday, May 10 (5:30 – 7:30 p.m.)

• Kick-off Council Bluffs’ celebration of being Mile 0 for 150 years on National Railroad Day with a party at the Union Pacific Museum! Join VIP guests and members of the community to officially launch this seasonal celebration of this momentous event. Union Pacific Museum’s seasonal exhibit, “Hidden Histories of the Transcontinental Railroad,” will also be unveiled.
• Location: 200 Pearl St., Council Bluffs, IA.

Spring Into Summer – Friday, May 10 (5:30 – 9:30 p.m.)

• Spring into Summer with a two-part celebration that’s fun for the whole family! The free park party, from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m., offers a fun night of bounce houses, s’mores, canoeing, archery, rock wall, DJ, and more! A free park concert with Taxi Driver from 7:30 – 9:30 p.m.
• Location: Zorinsky Lake, 3808 S. 156th St., Omaha, NE.

Family Education Program at Heron Haven – Saturday, May 11 (10 – 11:30 a.m.)

• Includes a hike and a program.
• Location: 11809 Old Maple Rd., Omaha, NE.

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May 13 – 19

Please Note: It is always a good idea to verify before visiting as dates and times 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) and Learning Express (Regency)
• 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
• Omaha Area Community Celebrations – Many include Parades and other Free Events

FUN at the Omaha Public Libraries (Registration Required for some events):

• Tween Hangout: Pizza Garden Party for Ages 10-15 – Thursday, May 16 (5:30 – 7 p.m.), South Omaha Library
• Teen Food & Fun: Board Games – Saturday, May 18 (3:30 – 5 p.m.), Millard Branch Library

Celebrate CB: Farmers Market & Superhero Night – Thursday, May 16 (4:30 – 7:30 p.m.)

• The market is coupled with local musicians, yoga in the park, and a kids zone. Superhero Night is presented by O’Con Comics and Pop Culture Expo.
• Location: Bayliss Park, 100 Pearl St., Council Bluffs, IA.

Read and Grow at Lauritzen Gardens: Gnomes, Fairies & Garden Magic – May 17 (10 – 11:30 a.m.), FREE, Pre-Registration Requested

• 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, but pre-registration is requested.

FREE Fishing and Park Entry Day – Saturday, May 18 (all day), FREE

• Come to one of the state parks, state recreation areas, or state historical parks for Free Park Day.
• Several family-friendly activities are scheduled in state park areas across the state to celebrate Free Fishing and Park Entry Day, including:

• • Youth Fishing Clinic, Platte River State Park (9 a.m. – 12 p.m.): Youth can take part in a free fishing clinic, with loaner fishing poles available on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • Geocache Event at Mahoney State Park (2 – 4 p.m.)

Grand Opening of Schramm Education Center (formerly Aksarben Aquarium) – Saturday, May 18 (9 a.m. – 5 p.m.), FREE Admission on this special day only!

• Free Admission on this day only – no park entry required.
• Guided tours of the building every half-hour.
• Location: 21502 West Highway 31, Gretna.

Celebrate CB Parade – Saturday, May 18 (10:30 a.m.)

• The route begins and ends in Downtown Council Bluffs, and is centered around the historical and beautiful Bayliss Park area. After the parade, activities abound in the park including music, kids activities and carnival rides (extra charge for some activities and carnival rides).

Celebrate CB 2019: Bayliss Park Children’s Activities – Saturday, May 18 (12 – 3 p.m.)

• After the Celebrate CB parade, activities will abound in the park including a performance by local cover band, Damaged Jenny, along with kid’s activities, and more.
• Location: Bayliss Park, 100 Pearl St., Council Bluffs, IA.

Family Golf Day at Steve Hogan Golf Course – Saturday, May 18 (12 – 3 p.m.)

• Free golf, hot dogs, chips, and pop will be complimentary to anyone that gives quality tee-time to their families at the golf course. Plus, bounce houses and kids can take their best shots at the “GOLFzilla.”
• Location: Steve Hogan Golf Course, 6315 N. 30th St., Omaha.

Jasmine Meet & Greet – Saturday, May 18 (2 – 3 p.m.)

• Bring a camera for a photo op with the Disney Princess and help sing along with her to “A Whole New World”.
• Location: Learning Express of Omaha, 120 Regency Pkwy, Omaha.

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May 20 – 31

Please Note: It is always a good idea to verify before visiting as dates and times 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) and Learning Express (Regency)
• 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
• Omaha Area Community Celebrations – Many include Parades and other Free Events

FUN at the Omaha Public Libraries (Registration Required for some events):

• Captain Underpants and Dog Man Party/Fiesta del Capitán Calzoncillos y Hombre Perro – Saturday, May 25 (2 – 3 p.m.), South Omaha Library
• Messy Morning – Wednesday, May 29 (11 – 11:30 a.m.), Saddlebrook Branch Library
• Pop-Tarts Taste Test Challenge – Thursday, May 30 (1 – 2 p.m.), A.V. Sorensen Branch Library
• Summer Reading Program Kickoff Party – Friday, May 31 (10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.), Bess Johnson Elkhorn Branch Library
• Summer Reading Program Kickoff Party – Friday, May 31 (10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.), W. Dale Clark (Main) Library

Salute To Summer Festival in La Vista – May 23 – 26 (Many FREE events!)

• Parade, Hot Wheels races, community cookout, fireworks, free concert, family pool party, and more.

Be a Hero Bootcamp Family Event – May 24 (10 a.m. – 12 p.m.); FREE [REGISTER]

• Bring the kids and dress up like superheroes (optional) the day after school lets out to fly into summer with free games, face painting, balloon animals, bounce house (ages 5 & under), snacks, a brief (8-minute) superhero-themed tabata workout for all ages.
• Donations will be accepted towards Final Salute. This event is brought to you by Ms. Veteran America 2019 semi-finalist Kat Wagner, who is stationed at Offutt and will compete in the semi-finals in June in Las Vegas.
• Location: Offutt Youth Center, 2502 Roman, Hruska Blvd., Bellevue, NE.

Under Pressure Science Show – May 31 (6:30 – 7:15 p.m.)

• Join the Strategic Air & Space Museum and Gretna Library for this fun, all ages event.
• Location: Resurrection Evangelical Lutheran Church, 153 S. McKenna Ave., Gretna, NE.

MORE FUN THIS WEEK –

Special events that are not free, but value-priced! Find more exciting events this May here!

Take Aim at Summer at Platte River State Park – Friday, May 24 (4 – 8 p.m.), FREE with Park Permit ($6/daily, $31/annual)

• Fun evening of archery and shooting sports.
• Location: Platte River State Park, Outdoor Heritage Education Complex, 14421 346th St., Louisville, NE.

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