Enjoy many family-friendly events this weekend! It is always a good idea to verify before visiting, as event details may change. [Not the current week? See more Upcoming Events in Omaha here!]
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Popular this Week: Pumpkin Patches and Fall Fun Guide
Enter to Win
- Enter to WIN a Free Drone and Family Pass for Four to the SAC Museum Drone Expo on September 30 (10 a.m. – 2 p.m.).
Top Picks this Weekend:
Tots on the Towne at Shadow Lake Towne Center – Thursday, Sept. 14 (10:30 – 11:30 a.m.), FREE
- Raptor Recovery Program at Carhartt.
Fall Fest at La Vista Library – Friday, Sept. 15 (10 a.m.), FREE
- Families are invited to the library for a morning of fall-inspired crafts, games and more. Treats will be provided.
Omaha Public Library Program Events
- Special events include magicians, science shows, Out and About Storytimes, and more! Some highlights this weekend:
- Biscuit Visits Elkhorn Storytime – Thursday, Sept. 14 (10:00 – 10:30 a.m.), Elkhorn Branch
- Cyber Sense: Digital Safety for Families – Thursday, Sept. 14 (5:00 – 7:30 p.m.), Do Space (72nd & Dodge)
- Teen Movie Night – Thursday, Sept. 14 (6:00 – 8:30 p.m.), Milton R. Abrahams Branch
- Biscuit Visits Saddlebrook Storytime – Friday, Sept. 15 (10:00 – 10:30 a.m.), Saddlebrook Branch
- Life-Size Games – Friday, Sept. 15 (2:00 – 4:00 p.m.), A.V. Sorensen Branch
- Get Crafty: Woven Rugs – Friday, Sept. 15 (3:30 – 5:30 p.m.), South Omaha Library
- Family Storytime-Fancy Nancy Tea Party – Saturday, Sept. 16 (10:00 – 11:00 a.m.), Benson Branch
- Biscuit Visits Sorensen Storytime – Saturday, Sept. 16 (10:30 – 11:00 a.m.), A.V. Sorensen Branch
German Day-Oktoberfest at German American Society – Sept. 15 – 16
- German food, entertainment, folk singers, dancers, bands, kids games, and more. Location: German-American Society, 3717 S 120th St, Omaha.
Fall Festival at Gifford Farm Education Center – Sept. 16 – 17, (10 a.m. – 4 p.m.)
- Hay rack rides, Farm & Exotic Animal visits, STARLAB, Games, Outdoor Nature Classroom, Raptor Presentations, Farmers Market, Food Booths & More. Admission: $5.00 age 2 and up (cash or check only). Location: Gifford Farm Education Center, 700 Camp Gifford Rd, Bellevue.
Ditmars Orchard & Vineyard Kite Festival: Midwest Winds Kitefliers – Sept. 16 & 23 – 24 (12 – 4 p.m.)
- View Kites of all shape and sizes. Location: Ditmars Orchard & Vineyard, 19475 225th Street, Council Bluffs.
Day for Kids – Saturday, Sept. 16 (12 – 4 p.m.), FREE Admission for kids and family
- The Day will be packed with fun including 6 bounce houses, food, music, dancing, free books, prizes, toys, face painting, balloon animals, crafting, outdoor science experiments, field games and more. Location: King Science Technology & Magnet Center (3720 Florence Blvd).
Superhero Party – Saturday, Sept. 16 (1 – 3:00 p.m.), Registration Required, FREE
- Snacks, craft, game time, free play, and photo opportunities. Costumes encouraged.
- Registration Required: Call 402.884.7473 or email Katy at [email protected] to reserve your spot(s). Party is open to the first 80 kids, age 3-12. Parents are welcome to come with to chaperone their children, but only kids need to register for the party.
- Location: Saddlebrook Branch, 14850 Laurel Ave. Omaha.
Super Bee Orchards Apple Fest – Saturday, Sept. 16 (1 – 5:30 p.m.), FREE Admission
- Alpacas of the Heartland LLC, Princesses, Nikki’s Dance Studio, bounce house, face painting, apple games, and u-pick apples (pay for what you pick by weight). Caramel apples, hot dogs, water, and Gatorade will be available for purchase in the store.
Outside of Omaha
AppleJack Festival in Nebraska City – Sept. 15 – 17, 2017
- Celebrate the kickoff of the apple harvest. Apple pie, apple cider, apple cider donuts, candy apples, caramel apples, apple fritters, apple salad, and more. Enjoy over 6 craft fairs, a parade, a classic car show, live music, and a 3-day carnival.
- While there, be sure to visit the Arbor Day Farm with weekend activities such as pick your own apples in the orchard, discovery rides, Arbor Day Farm Tree Adventure, and more.
Missouri River Outdoor Expo at Ponca State Park – September 16 – 17, 2017
- Free fun-filled, family-friendly weekend with over 80 hands-on activities featuring outdoor education, sports and recreation, plus entertainment, educational experiences and interactive activities, demonstrations and displays.
- A valid daily or annual park permit is required to enter Ponca State Park.
- Location: Ponca State Park, 88090 Spur 26 E, Ponca, NE (about 25 miles Northwest of Sioux City.)
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We do our best to share current information in Family Fun in Omaha, but event details may change. It is always a good idea to verify the information before visiting.
Have a wonderful fun-filled weekend!