The weekend is almost here! Every Thursday, I post many free (or almost free) fun family activities to enjoy in Omaha and nationwide! Be sure to visit the Event Calendar (or the calendar list view on the right of this page) for more information on ALL of the free activities coming up!
♦-Designates National Event.
Don’t Miss:
- Free Admission to Joslyn Plus More Free Thanksgiving Events in Omaha!
- Free Holiday Family-Friendly Events in Omaha!
- Kids Eat Free or Cheap in Omaha
- More Free Upcoming Events
Highlights of Upcoming Omaha Events
♦Santa’s Wonderland at Bass Pro Shop – 11/10-12/24
Free photo with Santa, free crafts, free games and activities.
Miracle on Farnam – 11/15-1/1, 8am-1am
All along Farnam Street, Fourteen of Omaha’s creative non-profits will showcase their artistry and imagination by transforming ordinary window space into holiday miracles. Enjoy special events including Zoo Day (November 18), Cookie Decorating (December 1), Opera Omaha Caroling (December 20), Holiday Movies for $5, plus more!
P is for Pilgrim Storytime at Barnes and Noble Crossroads – 11/16, 11:00am
Join us for the story of the first Thanksgiving! See events at other Barnes and Noble Stores here.
Santa’s Arrival at Oak View Mall – 11/17, 10am
Santa Claus will arrive at Oak View Mall on an Omaha Fire Department Fire Truck! Then, the Kitty Lee dance group will parade with him through the mall while singing Christmas carols. The parade ends at the Santa Set in the lower level Younker’s wing and will be followed with FREE milk/ juice and cookies for the kids while Santa reads the favorite Christmas story “Twas the Night Before Christmas”.
♦Lowe’s Free Build and Grow Clinic – 11/17, 10:00am
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. Registration opens a few weeks before each clinic’s date. – North’s Sleigh – Nov 17, 2012
Hummel National Take a Hike Day – 11/17, 10:30am-12:00pm
Celebrate National Take a Hike Day! We will hike the trails, make a special craft, eat trail mix, and enjoy many other family fun activities!
Mangelsen’s Holiday Open House – 11/17, 11am-3pm
Enjoy demonstrations, Free Make-N-Takes, and visit with Santa with free professional photos 11am-1pm.
♦Michaels Store Events – 11/17-11/18
- Passport to Imagination Yarn Event with Purchase of Frame (November 17, 1-3pm)
- Thanksgiving Free Event (November 18, 1-3pm)
Gingerbread House Display at the Mormon Trail Center – 11/17-12/29
The display, located at 3215 State Street, is open to the public November 17th-December 29th. The center is open daily 9am-9pm, and will close at 4pm on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve, and will be closed on Christmas day.
Christmas Around the World – 11/17-12/31, 9am-9pm
A multitude of Gingerbread houses will be on display at the Kanesville Tabernacle, 222 East Broadway, in Council Bluffs, November 17th through December 31st. Gingerbread Concert Series: 11/17, 12/15 and 12/22 from 6:30 – 7:30 pm. Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Zoo Day at Midtown Crossing – 11/18, 1-3pm
The Omaha Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium is bringing animals to Farnam Court from Sunday, November 18 from 1 to 3 pm. *Animal availability is dependent upon weather.
Planning Ahead
Story Adventures at Joslyn – 11/20, 10:30am
Young readers and their grown-ups are invited to Story Adventures, an artful reading program presented by Joslyn and Omaha Public Library. Nurture your imagination as a librarian reads stories aloud and engages the family in conversation connecting books and art. Admission is free! – November 20: Portraits
Thanksgiving Storytime at Barnes and Noble Oakview – 11/20, 11:00am
Join us for a selection of some fun Thanksgiving stories.Tuesday November 20, 2012 11:00 AMSee events at other Barnes and Noble Stores here.
YMCA Free Community Day – Thanksgiving Day, 11/22
Check with your local Y location for hours and details.
Joslyn Art Museum Free Thanksgiving Weekend 2012 – 11/23-11/25
Joslyn will offer free admission over Thanksgiving weekend, Friday, November 23, through Sunday, November 25, as a thank you to the community. Simply bring a non-perishable food item for your admission, and Joslyn will donate all items collected to Food Bank for the Heartland.
See Many More Upcoming Free Holiday Family-Friendly Events in Omaha!
It is always a good idea to verify with the business before visiting.
Have a wonderful weekend!