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June 1 – 9
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FREE Ongoing Activities:
- FREE Summer Fun in Omaha – Your guide to Spraygrounds, Movies, Fishing Events, + more!
- 20+ Spraygrounds and Splash Parks in the Omaha Area
- FREE Things to Do with Kids in Omaha
- FUN at the Omaha Public Libraries (Registration Required for some events)
- Nebraska Passport Program
- 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
- Omaha Area Community Celebrations – Elkhorn Days (June 7 – 9), Blair’s Gateway to the West Days (June 6 – 9), Springfield Days (June 7 – 8), Bennington Daze (June 7 – 9), Carter Lake Parade & Festival (June 8), Papillion Days (June 12 – 16). Includes many free events, check each event for further details.
- Free Outdoor Movies in the Omaha Area – Flix at the Chef, Sumtur Amphitheater, Camp Fontanelle, Bayliss Park, Roberts Park, La Vista, and Midtown Crossing!
- Summer Concerts
- Summer Reading Programs and Special Events – Check out all the special kids’ events and performances coming up this summer at your local libraries, including music, magic, special storytimes, character visits, teen events, escape rooms, and more!
Summer Reading Kick-Off Parties at the Omaha Public Libraries:
- Summer Reading Program Kick-Off Party – June 1 (1 – 3 p.m.), Charles B. Washington Branch Library
- Summer Reading Program Kick-Off Party – June 1 (1 – 3 p.m.), A.V. Sorensen Branch Library
- Summer Reading Program Kick-Off Party – June 1 (1 – 3 p.m.), Millard Branch Library
- Summer Reading Program Kick-Off Party – June 1 (1 – 3 p.m.), Saddlebrook Branch Library
- Summer Reading Program Kick-Off Party – June 1 (1 – 3 p.m.), Florence Branch Library
- Summer Reading Program Kick-Off Party – June 1 (1 – 3 p.m.), Benson Branch Library
- Summer Reading Program Kick-Off Party/Fiesta del Programa de Lectura de Verano – June 1 (1 – 3 p.m.), South Omaha Library
- Summer Reading Program Kick-Off Party – June 1 (1 – 3 p.m.), W. Clarke Swanson Branch Library
- Summer Reading Program Kick-Off Party – June 1 (1 – 3 p.m.), Milton R. Abrahams Branch Library
- Summer Reading Program Kick-Off Party – June 1 (1 – 3 p.m.), Willa Cather Branch Library
FUN at the Omaha Public Libraries:
- Firefighters Visit Millard Branch – June 3 (1 – 2 p.m.), Millard Branch Library
- Be a Star Program! – June 4 (10:15 a.m. – 12 p.m.), W. Dale Clark (Main) Library
- Fast Science: Under Pressure at Benson Community Center – June 5 (1:30 – 2:30 p.m.), Benson Branch Library
- Learning STEM: Gardening in Space – June 5 (2:30 – 3:30 p.m.), Benson Branch Library [REGISTER]
- Fun with STEM: Digestion Investigation – June 6 (1 – 1:45 p.m.), Willa Cather Branch Library [REGISTER]
- Stomp Rockets – June 6 (1 – 2 p.m.), A.V. Sorensen Branch Library
- Water Safety with Josh the Otter – June 6 (2 – 2:45 p.m.), Milton R. Abrahams Branch Library
- Teen Summer Fun Day: Robot Tag – June 6 (6 – 7 p.m.), Milton R. Abrahams Branch Library
- STARLab Mobile Planetarium / StarLab: Planetario Móvil – June 6 (6 – 7 p.m.), South Omaha Library
- Elkhorn Days Fun & Games – June 7 (10 a.m. – 12 p.m.), Bess Johnson Elkhorn Branch Library
Kids Workshop at Home Depot: Saturday, June 1 (9 a.m. – 12 p.m.); Registration encouraged.
- Together you can build a putting green. Once your course is built, your child can look fore-ward to decorating it with paint and stickers. All Kids Workshop attendees must be accompanied by a parent or adult at all times.
Living History at Fort Atkinson State Historical Park – June 1 – 2 (10 a.m. – 4:45 p.m.), FREE 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.
Family Fishing Night at Omaha – Benson Lake – Wednesday, June 5 (6 – 8 p.m.)
- This is the perfect opportunity for people of all ages who have never been fishing or have not fished for years to learn.
- Location: 7028 Military Ave., Omaha, NE.
- See more Family Fishing Events here!
Kids Funfare at Regency – Thursdays, June 6-27 (10 a.m.)
- On Thursdays in June, bring the Kids to Recency for a FunFare event.
- June 6: Omaha Children’s Museum: The Tinker Box
- June 13: Magician Jeff Quinn
- June 20: Wildlife Encounters with live animals
- June 27: Omaha Children’s Museum: Amazing Bubble Show
- Location: 120 Regency Pkwy., Omaha, NE.
Celebrate Summer! Family Night at the Union Pacific Museum – Friday, June 7 (5:30 – 8 p.m.)
- During Family Night, join in for an evening of fun and games, storytime, a sidewalk chalk party, ice cream, and more. Plus, learn how to have your best, safest summer yet! This event is free and open to the public.
- Location: Union Pacific Museum, 200 Pearl St., Council Bluffs, IA.
Aviation Fly-in Breakfast at Millard Airport – Saturday, June 8 (8 a.m. – 2 p.m.); FREE (Breakfast: $7/adults, $5/child under 12)
- The Millard Airport (MLE) is hosting its 2nd Annual Fly-In Breakfast and STEM Event. This kid-centered event is designed to open the eyes of youth, primarily ages 11-18, and show them the diverse possibilities within aviation, including professional and recreational opportunities for flight, maintenance, avionics, aero-medical, drones, airport management, and more.
- Location: 12916 Millard Airport Plz., Omaha, NE.
Family Education Program at Heron Haven – Saturday, June 8 (10 – 11:30 a.m.)
- Location: 11809 Old Maple Rd., Omaha, NE.
Curious George Visits the Omaha Public Library
- Curious George Visits Willa Cather Storytime – June 8 (10:30 – 11 a.m.), Willa Cather Branch Library
Armbrust YMCA Block Party – Saturday, June 8 (12 – 3 p.m.)
- Enjoy a fun afternoon of bounce houses, games, and local vendors. Everyone is welcome!
- Location: Armbrust Family YMCA, 5404 S. 168th St., Omaha, NE.
Elkhorn Days’ Family Fun Festival at Lord of Life Lutheran Church – Sunday, June 9 (11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.)
- Giant obstacle course inflatable, carnival games, pony rides, face painting, and food – all FREE! Plus, the first 600 guests in line receive a free lunch – burger or hot dog, chips, cookies, and water. Popcorn and sno-cones also served.
- The public is invited to come early for worship in the church at 10:45 a.m.
- Location: 20844 Bonanza Blvd., Elkhorn, NE (located in Skyline Ranches).
June 10 – 16
FREE Ongoing Activities:
- FREE Summer Fun in Omaha – Your guide to Spraygrounds, Movies, Fishing Events, + more!
- 20+ Spraygrounds and Splash Parks in the Omaha Area
- FREE Things to Do with Kids in Omaha
- FUN at the Omaha Public Libraries (Registration Required for some events)
- Nebraska Passport Program
- 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
- Omaha Area Community Celebrations – Elkhorn Days (June 7 – 9), Blair’s Gateway to the West Days (June 6 – 9), Springfield Days (June 7 – 8), Bennington Daze (June 7 – 9), Carter Lake Parade & Festival (June 8), Papillion Days (June 12 – 16). Includes many free events, check each event for further details.
- Free Outdoor Movies in the Omaha Area – Flix at the Chef, Sumtur Amphitheater, Camp Fontanelle, Bayliss Park, Roberts Park, La Vista, and Midtown Crossing!
- Summer Concerts
- Summer Reading Programs and Special Events – Check out all the special kids’ events and performances coming up this summer at your local libraries, including music, magic, special storytimes, character visits, teen events, escape rooms, and more!
Curious George Visits the Omaha Public Libraries:
- Curious George Visits Abrahams Storytime – June 10 (10:30 – 11 a.m.), Milton R. Abrahams Branch Library
- Curious George Visits South Omaha Library Storytime – June 11 (10:30 – 11 a.m.), South Omaha Library
- Curious George Visits Main Library Storytime – June 12 (10:30 – 11 a.m.), W. Dale Clark (Main) Library
- Curious George Visits Storytime at Benson Community Center – June 13 (10:15 – 10:45 a.m.), Benson Branch Library
- Curious George Visits Florence Storytime – June 14 (10:30 – 11 a.m.), Florence Branch Library
- Curious George Visits Saddlebrook Storytime – June 15 (10:30 – 11 a.m.), Saddlebrook Branch Library
Family Fishing Night at Papillion – Walnut Creek Lake – Tuesday, June 11 (6 – 8 p.m.)
- This is the perfect opportunity for people of all ages who have never been fishing or have not fished for years to learn.
- Location: 11601 S. 96th St., Papillion, NE.
- See more Family Fishing Events here!
Jeff Quinn Magic Show – June 11 – 14
- This fun, family-friendly magic show will contain new tricks, lot of audience participation, and age-appropriate humor for both kids and adults.
- Jeff Quinn Magic Show – June 11 (1 – 2 p.m.), Florence Branch Library
- Jeff Quinn Magic Shows – June 12 (1 – 1:45 p.m.), Saddlebrook Branch Library
- Jeff Quinn Magic Show – June 13 (1 – 2 p.m.), Bess Johnson Elkhorn Branch Library
- Jeff Quinn Magic Show – June 13 (3 – 4 p.m.), Bess Johnson Elkhorn Branch Library
- Jeff Quinn Magic Show – June 14 (3 – 4 p.m.), A.V. Sorensen Branch Library
Omaha Summer Arts Festival – June 7 – 9 (Children’s Activities: Saturday & Sunday)
- Admission to the Children’s Fair, Young Artist Exhibition, and Family Entertainment Stage is FREE! Many of the activities offered at the Children’s Fair are also free, while some hands-on crafts and activities require the purchase of activity tickets. Tickets cost 50 cents each with activities priced between zero and 10 tickets.
- NEW LOCATION: Downtown Omaha, alongside the baseball park, on Mike Fahey St., between 10th St. and 14th St., Omaha, NE.
- On Thursdays in June, bring the Kids to Recency for a FunFare event.
- June 13: Magician Jeff Quinn
- June 20: Wildlife Encounters with live animals
- June 27: Omaha Children’s Museum: Amazing Bubble Show
- Location: 120 Regency Pkwy., Omaha, NE.
Kids Funfare at Regency – Thursdays, June 6-27 (10 a.m.)
June 17 – 23
FREE Ongoing Activities:
- FREE Summer Fun in Omaha – Your guide to Spraygrounds, Movies, Fishing Events, + more!
- 20+ Spraygrounds and Splash Parks in the Omaha Area
- FREE Things to Do with Kids in Omaha
- FUN at the Omaha Public Libraries (Registration Required for some events)
- Nebraska Passport Program
- 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
- Omaha Area Community Celebrations – Elkhorn Days (June 7 – 9), Blair’s Gateway to the West Days (June 6 – 9), Springfield Days (June 7 – 8), Bennington Daze (June 7 – 9), Carter Lake Parade & Festival (June 8), Papillion Days (June 12 – 16). Includes many free events, check each event for further details.
- Free Outdoor Movies in the Omaha Area – Flix at the Chef, Sumtur Amphitheater, Camp Fontanelle, Bayliss Park, Roberts Park, La Vista, and Midtown Crossing!
- Summer Concerts
- Summer Reading Programs and Special Events – Check out all the special kids’ events and performances coming up this summer at your local libraries, including music, magic, special storytimes, character visits, teen events, escape rooms, and more!
College World Series Opening Celebration Day and Fan Fest – June 14 – 25/26
- See teams practice, autograph session, and Opening Ceremonies featuring team introductions, parachute team, performance, and a fireworks finale.
- A festival jam packed with giveaways, live music, interactive games, special appearances, and much more.
- Location: Lot C and Mike Fahey St., Omaha, NE.
Wildlife Encounters at Omaha Public Library – Monday, June 17 (1:30 – 2:15 p.m.)
- Enjoy seeing animals from different continents up close and learning about their habitats, enrichment activities, diets, and cool facts. Recommended for all ages.
- Location: South Omaha Library, 2808 Q St., Omaha NE.
Kids Funfare at Regency – Thursdays, June 6-27 (10 a.m.)
- On Thursdays in June, bring the Kids to Recency for a FunFare event.
- June 20: Wildlife Encounters with live animals
- June 27: Omaha Children’s Museum: Amazing Bubble Show
- Location: 120 Regency Pkwy., Omaha, NE.
Family Fishing Night at Omaha – Towl Lake – Thursday, June 20 (6 – 8 p.m.)
- This is the perfect opportunity for people of all ages who have never been fishing or have not fished for years to learn.
- Location: 9310 W. Center Rd., Omaha, NE.
- See more Family Fishing Events here!
Lightning Bug Party at Hummel Nature Center – Saturday, June 22 (7 – 9 p.m.); [REGISTER]
- Bring your own jar (a limited number of jars will be available for $1) to decorate, collect some glowing bugs, enjoy a nature hike, crafts, archery, and make s’mores!
- Location: 3033 Hummel Park Rd., Omaha, NE.
Junior Jams: Omaha Street Percussion at Shadow Lake Towne Center – Saturday, June 22 (11 a.m. – 1 p.m.)
- Free concert just for kids! Kids will love their high energy percussion and how they use everyday items to create the perfect jam session. Bring your swimsuits and hang out after the show and play in our splashpad, sponsored by Lanoha Nurseries.
- Location: 72nd St. & Hwy. 370, Papillion, NE.
Father’s Day Freebies and Fun – Sunday, June 16
- Special Deals for Dads this Father’s Day at SAC Aerospace Museum, Fun-Plex, City of Omaha Pools, and more!
June 24 – 30
FREE Ongoing Activities:
- FREE Summer Fun in Omaha – Your guide to Spraygrounds, Movies, Fishing Events, + more!
- 20+ Spraygrounds and Splash Parks in the Omaha Area
- FREE Things to Do with Kids in Omaha
- FUN at the Omaha Public Libraries (Registration Required for some events)
- Nebraska Passport Program
- 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
- Omaha Area Community Celebrations – Elkhorn Days (June 7 – 9), Blair’s Gateway to the West Days (June 6 – 9), Springfield Days (June 7 – 8), Bennington Daze (June 7 – 9), Carter Lake Parade & Festival (June 8), Papillion Days (June 12 – 16). Includes many free events, check each event for further details.
- Free Outdoor Movies in the Omaha Area – Flix at the Chef, Sumtur Amphitheater, Camp Fontanelle, Bayliss Park, Roberts Park, La Vista, and Midtown Crossing!
- Summer Concerts
- Summer Reading Programs and Special Events – Check out all the special kids’ events and performances coming up this summer at your local libraries, including music, magic, special storytimes, character visits, teen events, escape rooms, and more!
College World Series Opening Celebration Day and Fan Fest – June 14 – 25/26
- See teams practice, autograph session, and Opening Ceremonies featuring team introductions, parachute team, performance, and a fireworks finale.
- A festival jam packed with giveaways, live music, interactive games, special appearances, and much more.
- Location: Lot C and Mike Fahey St., Omaha, NE.
Wildlife Encounters at Omaha Public Libraries – Wednesday, June 26
- Enjoy seeing animals from different continents up close and learning about their habitats, enrichment activities, diets, and cool facts. Recommended for all ages.
- Location: Saddlebrook Branch Library, 14850 Laurel Ave., Omaha, NE.
Kids Funfare at Regency – Thursdays, June 6-27 (10 a.m.)
- On Thursdays in June, bring the Kids to Recency for a FunFare event.
- June 27: Omaha Children’s Museum: Amazing Bubble Show
- Location: 120 Regency Pkwy., Omaha, NE.
Jeff Quinn Magic Show – Thursday, June 27 (2 – 3 p.m.)
- Enjoy the magic of Jeff Quinn the Magician! This fun, family-friendly magic show will contain new tricks, lot of audience participation, and humor.
- Location: Milton R. Abrahams Branch Library, 5111 N. 90th St., Omaha, NE.
Family Fishing Night at La Vista – Prairie Queen Lake – Wednesday, June 26 (6 – 8 p.m.)
- This is the perfect opportunity for people of all ages who have never been fishing or have not fished for years to learn.
- Location: 132nd St. and Cornhusker Rd., Papillion, NE.
- See more Family Fishing Events here!
Metro Credit Union Celebrates America – Friday, June 28 (6 – 10 p.m.); Memorial Park
- Enjoy this annual celebration, featuring Little Steven (Steven Van Zandt), Chris Isaak, and The Firm, with a Fireworks Grand Finale.
- Location: Memorial Park, 6005 Underwood Ave., Omaha, NE.
Fourth of July Fireworks and Special Events
- Celebrate this 4th of July with Fireworks Displays, Parades, and Concerts!
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