Here are many fun family activities coming up both locally and nationally to enjoy! It is always a good idea to verify with the business before visiting. See these and other free or inexpensive family friendly events in Omaha Attractions and in the Event Calendar!
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Local
Free General Admission to the Joslyn Art Museum – Saturdays, 10am-noon
- Enjoy FREE general admission, Saturdays, 10 am–noon. Additional charge for some special exhibitions. Joslyn Art Museum’s Peter Kiewit Foundation Sculpture Garden is open year-round from 7 am to 11 pm each day, and admission is free.
Family Skate at Motto McLean Ice Arena – 4/14, 4/21
- Saturday, April 14th and 21st, 12-2pm. Family Skate at Motto McLean Ice Arena (inside Hitchcock Park- 45th x Q). Only $10 for a family of four, and $3 for each additional person. This includes admission, skate rentals, popcorn, and drink.
- Includes over 300 exhibitors promoting healthy, holistic lifestyle choices; over 50 educational demonstrations, presentations and workshops; all new senior living expo; natural food dining experiences; and sports and fitness clinics for kids. Free admission.
- On Sunday, April 14th, 11am-5pm, attend this Free Bass Class taught by Bass Pro Shops Pro Staff anglers Mike Langford and Dave McCoy to learn how to choose and set up the right rods, reels and tackle for all Bass techniques. Pre-registration is required as class size is limited to 50 guests. Class will be held in the Lodge Room at Uncle Buck’s grill at the Council Bluffs store. Please e mail Jim Gross, Fishing Manager at [email protected] to sign up or for more information.
- Bring your favorite stuffed animal to Omaha’s Zoo and Aquarium for repair and care on Saturday, April 14 and Sunday, April 15, 2012 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Your animal will go through a checkup including X-rays, heartbeat, ear and eye exams and if needed, a trip to the Emergency Room. There will be music and activity stations for everyone to enjoy. Event activities are free to Omaha’s Zoo and Aquarium members, children ages 3-11 with a stuffed animal or with regular paid Zoo admission.
- Bring any robot to the Strategic Air and Space Museum on Saturday, 4/14, from 12-5, and receive FREE admission!
- April 15, 5:30-8:00pm – Special evening for children with Autism and their families. The museum has worked with the University of Nebraska Medical Center to create an appropriate environment. Sponsored by Autism Action Partnership, this event is free for autistic children and their families!
- Children ages 5 and younger with accompanying adult can explore nature activities through interactive stations. A different natural science topic is introduced each week. $2 member/$3 non-member. It is held every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday during the school year from 9:30 – 11:30 am.
- Fun-filled, FREE events for children and families! Join us on select Sunday afternoons throughout the year, as we present special events that highlight traveling exhibitions and Joslyn’s collection! April 22nd features the exhibition To Live Forever: Egyptian Treasures from the Brooklyn Museum.
National Events
- Lowe’s offers free Build and Grow clinics every other Saturday at 10am. Bring the kids to any Lowe’s store to build fun projects. This is recommended for children in grades 1st-5th. Check availability and register soon, as these tend to fill up fast! (Hint: You may want to register now for the April 28th Clinic!)
- Enjoy preschool storytime every Tuesday and Thursday at Barnes and Noble stores nationwide. Times and dates may vary. Please verify with your local store before visiting. In Omaha, Storytime is at 11am at the Oakview store.
- Storytimes are held every Tuesday from 11-11:30am. Time and Date may vary by store. Please call your local store to confirm.
- Come have some outdoor fun during our FREE Kids Challenge Weekend! The following activites will be going on Saturday April 21st and Sunday April 22nd from 12pm – 4pm. Casting Buckets, Archery Range, Life Jacket Races, Sleeping Bag Challenge, Cloth Braided Snake and Arrow Head Crafts, and Knot tying activity. After completing all challenges have a chance to win some prizes (while supplies last). Event available in all locations except Branson, Miami, and Islamorada.
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