Enjoy the best family-friendly events this April in Omaha, YMCA Healthy Kids Day, Nebraska Science Festival, Earth Day and Arbor Day Events, and more!
Best April Events in Omaha
15 Exciting Events at Nebraska Science Festival 2025
Earth Day & Arbor Day Events
Omnium Circus
Steelhouse Omaha 1100 Dodge St, Omaha, NEGravity-defying, awe-inspiring Omnium Circus® presents “I’mPossible,” the adventurous story of a young boy with dreams of joining the circus.
🎪Reach for new heights and spend the evening on April 3 at Steelhouse Omaha with Omnium Circus. Prepare to leave dazzled and wildly entertained after this sensory inclusive, accessible circus celebrating diversity and disability.
🎭Keep the joy flowing: Before Omnium Circus performs, they're leading a circus workshop for all ages and abilities as part of O-pa's Voices AMPLIFIED! series on April 2.
The Little Mermaid™ in Concert
Holland Performing Arts Center 1200 Douglas St, Omaha, NE, United StatesExperience Disney’s The Little Mermaid like never before as the Omaha Symphony brings Alan Menken’s Academy Award®-winning score to life! Watch Ariel’s thrilling journey unfold on the big screen while the orchestra performs beloved songs like Under the Sea and Part of Your World live. Don’t miss this unforgettable musical adventure—get your tickets today! Two performances to choose from with tickets starting at $20.
SAC Museum Exhibit – Mission: Astronaut
Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum 28210 W Park Hwy, Ashland, NE, United StatesWelcome to Mission: Astronaut, a hands-on experience where visitors learn about space exploration, the technology that makes it possible, how it benefits life on Earth, and more through astronaut training challenges. Each section presents interactive tasks that require an astronaut’s mindset to solve and focus on engineering, physics, teamwork, and fun!
Milo Imagines the World
The Rose Theater 2001 Farnam Street, OmahaMilo is on a long subway ride with his older sister. To pass the time, he studies the faces around him and makes pictures of their lives. There’s the boy in the suit with the bright white sneakers; Milo imagines him arriving home to a castle with a drawbridge and a butler. But when the boy in the suit gets off on the same stop as Milo—walking the same path, going to the exact same place—Milo realizes that you can’t really know anyone just by looking at them.
Lauritzen Gardens Exhibit: Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects® with Lego Bricks
Lauritzen Gardens 100 Bancroft Street, Omaha, NEBUILD a great garden adventure during Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects®: Made with LEGO® Bricks. This exhibit celebrates the beauty of nature but also emphasizes the delicate connections that exist between all living things. Marvel at 18 larger-than-life sculptures built from more than 275,000 LEGO® bricks, including a majestic monarch butterfly, a hovering hummingbird, a sly fox, and more! Ignite your imagination, create brick-built works of your own, and leave with a deeper appreciation for the relationships and connections that sustain our ecosystems.
Durham Exhibit: Antarctic Dinosaurs
The Durham Museum 801 South 10th Street, Omaha, NE, United StatesEmbark on a dramatic adventure to Antarctica — one of the most isolated and dangerous environments on Earth — and witness the latest discovery: dinosaurs. While Antarctica is a frozen land of snow today, Antarctic Dinosaurs reveals the lush habitat it once was 200 million years ago and the unique animals that called it home. Visitors will learn about rare dinosaurs and the history of the continent with real fossils and engaging interactives. More than 60 fossils, full-scale replications, and touchable models. Numerous mechanical and digital interactives, including “excavation” interactives. Real and cast dinosaur skeletons, including Cryolophosaurus and Glacialisaurus. Meteorite from Antarctica
Our Musical Stories
Benson Branch 6015 Binney Street, Omaha, NE, United StatesA small string or wind ensemble from the Omaha Symphony will perform music chosen to reflect the musicians’ decision to pursue music and/or their journey to Omaha. Each musician will share their personal story. This is a free event for all ages.
Bob Dylan
Orpheum Theater 409 S. 16th Street, Omaha, NE, United StatesAmerican folksinger and rock-and-roll icon Bob Dylan is one of the greatest figures of the 20th century. Regarded as “the poet’s poet” by RollingStone in 1974, this 10-time Grammy award winner emerged from the Greenwich Village folk scene in the early 1960s, earning a reputation as a perceptive, powerful songwriter. Bob Dylan now brings his iconic and timeless sound of the Rough and Rowdy Ways Tour to Omaha!
Our Musical Stories
Milton R. Abrahams Branch 5111 N 90th St, Omaha, NE, United StatesA small string or wind ensemble from the Omaha Symphony will perform music chosen to reflect the musicians’ decision to pursue music and/or their journey to Omaha. Each musician will share their personal story. This is a free event for all ages.
Spark Your Story
Charles B. Washington Branch 2868 Ames Avenue, Omaha, NE, United StatesJoin Washington Branch every Thursday as local community members share their story. Enjoy snacks, engage in discussion with the storyteller, and explore new professions, storytelling mediums, and activities. This program is for teens 11–18 years old.
Curtains
Chanticleer Community Theater 1001 S 6th St, Council Bluffs, IA, United StatesIt’s the brassy, bright, and promising year of 1959. Boston’s Colonial Theatre is host to the opening night performance of a new musical. When the leading lady mysteriously dies on stage the entire cast & crew are suspects. Enter a local detective, who just happens to be a musical theatre fan! Packed with glorious tunes and a witty, charming script filled with delightful characters, CURTAINS is a hilarious journey for both performers and the audience. The Broadway production garnered 8 nominations at the 2007 Tony Awards® including Best Musical.
Omaha Tattoo Arts Festival
CHI Health Center 455 N 10th St, Omaha, NETickets are only available at the door for this show.
Easter Treasure Hunt with the Easter Bunny
Antler Point Chiropractic 3424 N 190th St, Elkhorn, NE
Come enjoy their annual Easter Treasure Hunt with the Easter Bunny!! The Community is invited to join on Friday April 4th from 5:30-7:00. They will have pictures with the Easter Bunny, A scavenger hunt, games, prizes, treats and more.
Whose Live Anyway?
Holland Performing Arts Center 1200 Douglas St, Omaha, NE, United StatesYou’ve seen them make up scenes right before your eyes on the TV show Whose Line is it Anyway —now see them live and in person! It’s 90 minutes of hilarious improvised comedy and song, all based on audience suggestions. Audience participation is key to the show, so bring your suggestions and you might be asked to join the cast onstage! Whose Live Anyway showcases some of the improv games made famous on the long-running TV show, as well as some exciting new ones!
Home Depot Kids Workshop: Globe Planter
Home Depot Stores Home Depot Stores, Omaha, NE, United StatesJoin the first Saturday of each month between 9 am – 12 pm for free in-person Kids Workshops. While supplies last.
Spring Craft Fair 2025
Brookestone Meadows 600 Brookestone Meadows Plaza, Elkhorn, NE, United StatesCome do some shopping with over 40 vendors! FREE ADMISSION. Coffee Truck all day.
Brick Days Omaha
Mid-America Center 1 Arena Way, Council Bluffs, IA, United States2025 Build Theme: Pioneers. Think trailblazers and risk-takers or visionaries and revolutionaries. The possibilities for your creation are endless!
Out & About Storytime: The Joslyn
The Joslyn 2200 Dodge St, Omaha, NEJoin OPL at The Joslyn for storytime, featuring stories, creative movement, music and exploration of a piece of art. Storytime is geared toward preschoolers, but all ages are welcome. This Storytime is part of The Joslyn's monthly Art-tastic Saturdays.
Benson Sons Annual Easter Egg Hunt 2025
Benson American Legion Family Post #112 8904 Military Rd, Omaha, NE The Benson Sons of The American Legion invite you to attend our Annual Easter Egg Hunt. They will have age-based egg hunts. Get your picture taken with the Easter Bunny. Hope you will join for a fun filled event. This event is free to the public.
Springfest at River’s Edge
Tom Hanafan River's Edge Park East Side of the Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge, Council Bluffs, IA, United StatesGet ready to soar into spring! Join for high-flying entertainment at Springfest on April 5 and 6, at Tom Hanafan River's Edge Park, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day!
This year, Great American Kites is bringing their record-breaking giant and colorful kites to paint the sky. Plus, we will have live music, food trucks, and family-friendly fun.
Meadows Annual Egg Hunt
Meadows Community Center & Pool 13937 Meadow Ridge Rd, Omaha, NECome for their our annual Easter Egg Hunt! They are bringing back their Egg Hunt! The Easter Bunny will be joining us! There will be pictures with the Easter Bunny and snacks. Pets are welcome. This is a free event and open to the public. Kids will hunt for eggs in designated areas for their age group during the designated times. After they hunt for the eggs, then they can turn in their eggs for a bag of goodies at the Egg Exchange.
The Egg Hunt Times
Ages 1-3 Years: 1:15 PM
Ages 4-6 Years 1:45 PM
Ages 7-10 Years 2:15 PM
17th Annual Beeping Egg Hunt
Boys Town Hall of History 14057 Flanagan Blvd, Boys Town, NE Join for the 17th Annual Beeping Egg Hunt. This family-friendly event for children with visual impairment (and their siblings) will have a beeping egg hunt, photos with live bunnies, refreshments and more! Registration is required.
Mystery at the Mansion: Murder Among Mateys
Arbor Lodge Mansion 2600 Arbor Ave, Nebraska City, NEAfter a voyage filled with pillaging and plundering, the Jaded Jewel – Arbor Lodge Mansion turned pirate ship – is docked in a cove near Port Royal. The ship is captained by the dreaded Redbeard. As the pirates head into town to celebrate their homecoming and spend their gold, a night of turmoil and trouble is sure to transpire. As the night quickly steers out of control, one guest meets a tragic demise. Is the culprit the profiteering pirate organizing a mutiny? Or, the saucy sea mistress? Could the perpetrator be the swashbuckling swordsman desperate to win the love of the governor’s daughter? Be among those who help get the guilty person to the gallows or walking the plank! Participants will receive a character to portray as they arrive at Arbor Lodge Mansion. $30/person. Space is limited. Adults Only
Eggstravaganza
Saddlebrook Library 14850 Laurel Ave, Omaha, NE, United States Join the Saddlebrook Branch and Community Center as we welcome spring! Enjoy a special egg hunt at 9 a.m. at the Community Center, play with toys in the gym, and more. Experience storytime at 10 a.m., with crafts and candy afterward. Be sure to bring a basket for your goodies. Supplies and treats are available while they last.
Talk and Tote – Debut Authors
W. Clarke Swanson Branch 9101 W. Dodge Rd., Omaha, NE, United StatesAre you ready to get crafty and discover a new debut novel? Come design your own book tote while chatting about author's debut novels. You are encouraged to talk about books you've enjoyed with the rest of the group, but it is not required. All supplies are included. This event is for adults 19+. Registration is required
Lady Blackbird
Holland Performing Arts Center 1200 Douglas St, Omaha, NE, United StatesLady Blackbird’s music is a rich blend of jazz, soul, and blues, marked by her hauntingly powerful vocals and emotive delivery. Drawing inspiration from icons like Billie Holiday and Nina Simone, her sound feels both timeless and modern, with a raw, soulful intensity that captivates.
Homeschool in the Hills: Wilderness Survival Skills
Hitchcock Nature Center 27792 Ski Hill Loop, Honey Creek, IA, United StatesFrom fire making to shelter building to understanding how to navigate in the forest or prairie. This month we’ll have an overview of a variety of skills that can be used to survive and thrive in the wild. Learn how to safely practice these techniques with minimal impact on the natural world.
Cost for this event is $5.00 per person for children ages 3 and over and covers your park entry fee. Adults and children under 3 accompanying program participants do not need a reservation.
Creative Movement with Motion Works Dance
Council Bluffs Library 400 Willow Ave., Council Bluffs, IA, United StatesJoin us for a half hour of dancing and a story with Motion Works Dance. Most appropriate for kids ages 5 years old and younger and an adult companion.
Blair MOMCO Consignment Sale
Grampa's Farm 6782 Hwy 133, Blair, NEDon’t miss out – mark your calendar and come early for the best deals! Whether you’re a first-time shopper or a seasoned Blair MomCo fan, this event is one you won’t want to miss. Formerly known as Blair Mops, Blair MomCo is excited to announce our upcoming Consignment Sale! Whether you’re shopping for gently used baby gear, clothing, toys, or home essentials, you’ll find incredible deals at unbeatable prices. This is your chance to snag high-quality items for your little ones and your home – all while supporting a local, sustainable community!
Ladies of Hip Hop
Holland Performing Arts Center 1200 Douglas St, Omaha, NE, United StatesStep into the rhythm with the electrifying Ladies of Hip Hop Dance Collective as they take the stage in an explosive showcase of talent and creativity. Known for their captivating choreography and powerful performances, these dynamic dancers bring the energy and spirit of hip hop to life. With their unmatched skill and fierce style, these talented dancers deliver a performance that celebrates the artistry and culture of hip hop. From jaw-dropping choreography to powerful storytelling through movement, don’t miss your chance to witness their awe-inspiring artistry live!
Spring Festival: An Arts & Crafts Affair
Liberty First Credit Union Arena 7300 Q St., Ralston, NEHundreds of the Nation’s finest artists and crafters display and sell their handcrafted works. Voted one of the top 100 shows in the country according to Sunshine Artist Magazine. Hourly gift certificate drawings, food & drink, free parking, and lots of family fun! Adults $10. Seniors(62+) $9. Children Under 10 Free. Paid admission is good all weekend with hand stamp!
Fandom Party: Percy Jackson
Millard Branch 13214 Westwood Ln., Omaha, NE, United StatesCalling all demigods! Join OPL at Camp Half-Blood for a celebration of all things Percy Jackson! Come discuss the books and do crafts and activities based on the fandom with others who love it. Based on the Percy Jackson book series by Rick Riordan. Costumes are encouraged but not required. All materials are free and provided while supplies last.
Blue & Green Day Celebration
Lewis and Clark Landing 345 Riverfront Dr., Omaha, NE, United StatesMeet at the Riverfront and dress in blue and green for a night of family fun celebrating National Blue & Green Day and the gift of organ and tissue donation. Enjoy free music, face painting, balloon artists, games and prizes, and a drone show. The fun happens on the Riverfront Plaza at the Lewis & Clark Landing (just east of Kiewit Luminarium).
Easter Event at Maravillas Olga
Maravillas Olga 1714 Vinton St, Omaha, NEJoin for another fun Easter event for Friday 2 on Vinton St. Bring your little ones to enjoy games, mini photo sessions, Easter bunny, egg decorating contest and more!
John Crist Comedian
Orpheum Theater 409 S. 16th Street, Omaha, NE, United StatesJohn Crist is one of today’s fast-rising stand-up comedians, with more than one billion video views, over five million fans on social media and sold-out shows from coast to coast making Pollstar’s Top 100 Global Tours list in 2019 with over 197,000 tickets sold.
Easter Eggstravaganza at Scheels
Scheels - Village Pointe 17202 Davenport St, Omaha, NE, United StatesThe Easter Bunny is coming to SCHEELS! Face Painting, Scavenger Hunts, Giveaways
Easter Egg Hunt at Divine Shepherd Church
Divine Shepherd Church 15005 Q St, Omaha, NE Divine Shepherd invites you to their Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 12 at 10am for kids age birth through fifth grade. Bring a friend and a basket! Rain or shine! We'll have the hunt outside (weather-permitting) or inside our facility. Tell them you're coming.
Kids Easter Party and Fundraiser
American Legion Post #1 7811 Davenport St, Omaha, NE, United States The Easter Bunny is heading towards your #1 Legion Post, Saturday April 12, 2025. 11 AM pictures with the Easter Bunny in-person, and will officially be there to assist during the Egg Hunt starting at 11:30 AM or earlier. Son’s Food & Auction Fundraiser; offering a small meal for $, and random prizes up for Auction. Need funds to continue our events. Games and Candy, also included (until we run out). Bring your Easter Basket for fun and excitement!
Community Easter Egg Hunt at Lord of Love
Lord of Love 10405 Fort St, Omaha, NE Kids ages pre-K to 5th grade are invited to have an EGGciting morning of fun and faith at our community egg hunt. Free!
Spring Celebration and Egg Hunt at Gifford Farm
Gifford Farm 700 Camp Gifford Rd, Bellevue, NE, United States Help celebrate the spring season at the farm with a fun day of Egg Hunting! Guests will travel the farm collecting goodies, visiting the animals, and enjoying the farm. Guests will be able to take a hayride into the forest, explore the Outdoor Nature Classroom, play games, and more. Admission: $6 per person. Children under 2 years not egg hunting are free. Cash or Check only please. Event is by reservation only.
Egg Hunt and Healthy Kids Day Event
Fremont Family YMCA 810 N Lincoln Ave, Fremont, NE Join for an eggsciting day of pancakes, healthy kids activities, a health fair with local vendors, an easter egg hunt and roller skating! We have a lot happening this day including...
-Pancakes with the Easter Bunny! The Pancake Man will be flipping pancakes from 10 am - 12 pm in the tennis courts. (Free pancakes and sausages for Y members, $5 for pancakes and sausage for non Y members.) To have pancakes, you must sign up.
-Vendors, yard games, a bounce house, crafts, tumbling mats, and more!
-The Egg Hunt will take place at 1 pm in the Sidner gyms with roller skating to follow until 4 pm.
Community Easter Eggstravaganza
Thompson Park 2602 S Franklin St, Bellevue, NE Treat your family to a fun FREE day at Thompson Park for this year’s Easter Eggstravaganza on Saturday, April 12 from 11AM to 1:00PM. Fun for all with Egg Hunt, Easter Bunny, live music, pony rides, a bouncy house, face painting and more!
Collective Church 4th Annual Eggstravaganza
Millard North High School 1010 S 144th St, Omaha, NE, United States 4th annual Eggstravaganza!! This year will be our biggest year yet with 30,000 eggs! They will have 3 egg hunts; according to ages 0-12. They will also have bounce houses, face painting, balloon artists, a fire truck and police car, and a variety of food trucks! This is a free event, but please bring $$ for the food trucks! This event is on the track!
Incredible Edible Landfill
Milton R. Abrahams Branch 5111 N 90th St, Omaha, NE, United StatesHave you ever wondered what happens once you throw something into the trash can? How important is recycling? Join OPL as they explore these issues in a fun (and tasty) way! Participants will use pudding, candy, cookies, cereal, and other tasty treats to create an edible landfill.
This is a free event for children ages 7-12. Registration is required.
Make A Wish – Blue Jean Ball: A Night Under the Stars
Embassy Suites La Vista 12520 Westport Pkwy, La Vista, NEAnnual Blue Jean Ball: A Night Under the Stars, presented by Scoular and Cornerstone Staffing Inc. Take part in our silent and live auctions and hear about the impact a wish can have on local children battling critical illnesses.
Alice in Wonderland
American Midwest Ballet 1001 S 6th St, Council Bluffs, IAHop down the rabbit hole with Victorian literature’s most intrepid 10-year-old heroine in this inventive and intriguing adventure for all ages! Combining favorite characters and scenes from Lewis Carroll’s classics Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking-Glass, this delightfully original ballet spans moods from poignant and dreamlike to playful and whimsical. It’s a colorful and lively dance experience to cherish!
Palm Sunday Easter Egg Hunt
First United Methodist Church 7020 Cass St., Omaha, NE, United States Eggs, Candy & Trinkets OH MY! You BELONG at this all-ages Egg Hunt! Bring your baskets for a age- & stage-based hunt ensuring all ages collect a big haul!
Indoor Winter Farmer’s Market
Nebraska Brewing Company 6950 S 108th St, La Vista, NEAll ages and free to attend! The second and fourth Sundays of every month from November – April! With over 60 total vendors, including farm fresh produce, eggs and meat, there is something for everyone! Food trucks, music, shopping, beer and more! With a rotating vendor list each week, there will be something new for you at every market!
Easter Eggstravaganza at Scheels
Scheels - Village Pointe 17202 Davenport St, Omaha, NE, United StatesThe Easter Bunny is coming to SCHEELS! Face Painting, Scavenger Hunts, Giveaways
Operation: Easter Egg Hunt at SAC
Strategic Air and Space Museum 28210 West Park Highway, Ashland, NE Attention, recruits! Your next mission is a top-secret, egg-stra special adventure at the SAC Aerospace Museum! Join us for Operation: Easter Egg Hunt, a day packed with family-friendly fun, surprises, and plenty of sweet rewards! Easter Bunny Photo Ops, Egg Hunts by Age Groups, Giveaways and more.
Geocaching Challenge
Elmwood Park 802 South 60th Street, Omaha, NE, United StatesBring out the whole crew to search for caches hidden in the park using GPS coordinates! Instruction is provided!
Enjoy the fun for $10/group of up to 6 people! Great activity for all ages! Please bring at least one smartphone per group! Register by April 9th.
Eggstravaganza 2025 at St Thomas Lutheran Church
St. Thomas Luteran Church - Omaha 5260 S 170th St., Omaha, NE All ages are welcome at this completely free community event! Egg Hunts for three age groups, Face Painters, Balloon Artists, crafts and more!
Talk and Tote – Debut Authors
Downtown Branch 1401 Jones St., Omaha, NEAre you ready to get crafty and discover a new debut novel? Come design your own book tote while chatting about author's debut novels. You are encouraged to talk about books you've enjoyed with the rest of the group, but it is not required. All supplies are included. This event is for adults 19+. Registration is required
Young Writers Group
Gretna Public Library 736 South St, Gretna, NEJoin a group of writers to work on drafts, partake in challenges, and share what you like. Grades 6-12
Tiny Tot Easter Egg Hunt
Mockingbird Hills Community Center 10242 Mockingbird Dr, Omaha, NE Ages 6 and under. Bring your basket and join the Egg hunt followed by toddler gym time and crafts! Hunt will start promptly at 10:15am! While supplies last
Tiny Tot Easter Egg Hunt at Montclair
Montclair Community Center 2304 S 135th Ave., Omaha, NE, United States 6 and Under. Egg hunt outside, coloring and crafts inside! Come join the fun! Pre-register online at parks.cityofomaha.org
Eggstravaganza
Florence Branch 2920 Bondesson St, Omaha, NE, United States Join Florence Branch and Florence Community Center as we welcome spring! Experience storytime at 10:30 a.m. in the library, with crafts and candy offered afterward. Enjoy a special egg hunt in the Community Center at 11 a.m., play in the gym with toys, and more! Be sure to bring a basket for all your goodies. Supplies and treats are available while they last.
Spring Bling 402 Comedy Fest
Orpheum Theater 409 S. 16th Street, Omaha, NE, United StatesGet ready for an unforgettable night of side-splitting comedy at the Spring Bling 402 Comedy Festival! This all-star lineup features the funniest comedians in the game, guaranteed to bring high-energy laughs and good vibes to Omaha.
Pete the Cat: The Musical
The Rose Theater 2001 Farnam Street, OmahaFor Pete the Cat, life is an adventure no matter where you wind up. So the minute the groovy blue cat meets The Biddles, he gets the whole family rocking. That is, except for young Jimmy Biddle, the most organized second grader on planet Earth. But when Jimmy draws a blank in art class during the last week of school, it turns out Pete is the perfect pal to help him out. Together, they set out on a mission to help Jimmy conquer second grade art, and along the way, they both learn a little something about inspiration. Join Jimmy and Pete on an adventure of friendship, all the way to Paris and back in a Volkswagen Bus!
Escape to Margaritaville
Hawks Mainstage Theatre 6915 Cass St, Omaha, NEWelcome to Margaritaville! Tully, a charismatic individual juggling roles as a part-time bartender and part-time singer, is convinced that he has life completely sorted out. However, his world takes a turn when a captivating career-driven tourist captures his heart, making him question everything he thought he knew. Jimmy Buffett’s Escape to Margaritaville is a musical comedy featuring the most-loved Jimmy Buffett classics such as “Cheeseburger in Paradise,” “Margaritaville,” “It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere,” “Fins,” “Volcano” and many more. This hilarious, heartwarming musical is “the party you’ve been waiting for that will knock your flip-flops off” (Entertainment Weekly)!
Easter Eggstravaganza at FaithWestwood
Oaks Park 4814 Oaks Ln, Omaha, NE Eggs! Candy! Prizes! Breakfast burritos! All FREE!
Eggstravaganza at Stonebridge Church
The Easter Bunny is on a mission, and he needs YOUR help! He accidentally hid thousands of eggs at StoneBridge, and now we need expert egg hunters (that’s YOU) to find them! Tell your grown-ups to bring you, bring your friends, and get ready for the EGGstravaganza of the year
Gardening Workshop with No More Empty Pots
A.V. Sorensen BranchSpring is here, let’s get gardening! Join Omaha Public Library for an interactive workshop with No More Empty Pots to learn about sustainable food production and build skills that support sustainable food-growing and production practices, environmental consciousness, and improved food self-sufficiency. This is a free event for teens aged 13-18. All materials are provided while supplies last.
Craft Workshop & Easter Egg Hunt
Emanuel Lutheran Church 2444 N Broadway, Council Bluffs, IA Join for crafts and snacks, followed by an Easter Egg Hunt!
Easter Bunny Photos at Shadow Lake
Shadow Lake Towne Center 7775 Olson Drive, Papillion, NE, United StatesBring the KIDDOS and your PETS out to Shadow Lake for photos with the Easter Bunny! Located in the former World of Wonder location next to Old Navy. No appointment needed. Free event
Easter Bunny & Golden Egg Hunt at Village Pointe
Village Pointe 17305 Davenport Street, Omaha, NE, United States Hop on over to Village Pointe for a fun-filled Easter celebration on Saturday, April 19, from 12 PM to 4 PM!
Meet the Easter Bunny: Stop by the Amphitheater (located across from Scheels) to visit the Easter Bunny and snap a festive photo!
Golden Egg Hunt: Search for the hidden golden eggs throughout the Village Pointe property (outdoor only). Found an egg? Bring it to the Amphitheater and redeem your prize with the Easter Bunny between 12pm-4pm.
Don’t miss this egg-citing event filled with springtime fun for the whole family!
La Vista Easter Egg Hunt & Food Drive
La Vista Soccer Complex 7346 S. 66th Street, La Vista, NE, United States Soccer fields are on the east side of 66th Street. Over 20,000 eggs will be spread out between the four soccer fields. This event draws a large crowd, so come early to allow time to park and walk to the fields. Gates open 9:30 a.m.; Start 10:30 a.m. All age groups will start at the same time to keep each field age appropriate and safer for all the children. Enjoy photo opportunities with the Easter bunny before the hunt begins.
Collecting food and/or cash donations for the NeighborGood Community Pantry.
Venture Church Easter Egg Hunt
Swanson Park 3102 Cornhusker Rd, Bellevue, NE Venture's Egg Hunt for ages 0-12. It is FREE, but you must register all kids. They will have 3 age groups for the kids, with their own eggs. They will have all kinds of great prizes for the kids! They will also have bounce houses and of course you can get your picture taken with the Easter Bunny!
Stories After Dark: Awkward Moments
W. Clarke Swanson Branch 9101 W. Dodge Rd., Omaha, NE, United StatesJoin OPL for a fun and loose storytelling event for adults! Do you have a story about an awkward moment from your life? Have you experienced something that makes you laugh, cry, and cringe all at once? Prepare a 5-8 minute story about your experience and come share with the crowd. All participants will be awarded a superlative award!
Lauritzen Gardens: Easter Brunch
Lauritzen Gardens 100 Bancroft Street, Omaha, NEReservations open March 4, 2025. Seatings from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Easter Brunch at Lauritzen Gardens has become an annual tradition for many area families. Reservations include a brunch buffet in the visitor and education center, admission to the garden and our spring exhibit, and access to our Spring EGGstravaganza activities. Brunch is $55 for ages 13+, $40 for ages 3 to 12 are $40, and free for children 2 and under. Members, and those covered under their membership category, receive a $10 discount per ticket.
Incredible Edible Landfill
Charles B. Washington Branch 2868 Ames Avenue, Omaha, NE, United StatesHave you ever wondered what happens once you throw something into the trash can? How important is recycling? Join OPL as they explore these issues in a fun (and tasty) way! Participants will use pudding, candy, cookies, cereal, and other tasty treats to create an edible landfill.
This is a free event for children ages 7-12. First come first served.
Snapology
Saddlebrook Library 14850 Laurel Ave, Omaha, NE, United StatesJoin OPL as we engage in digital storytelling through exciting STEM and coding activities with our new community partner Snapology! While children are exploring robotics, coding, and design challenges using LEGO® bricks and technology, they are learning new skills and having fun! This is a free event for kids 6-12.
Dragons Love Tacos Escape Room
Willa Cather Branch 1905 S 44th St, Omaha, NEDragon needs your help! The tacos for the party are locked in a box. Come help Dragon get to the tacos before it’s too late in this escape room based on the best-selling "Dragons Love Tacos" books by Adam Rubin. Designed for participants ages 6-10. All ages are welcome for this family-friendly drop in event. First come first served.
Spring Junkstock
Junkstock 1150 River Road Dr, Waterloo, NE, United StatesDiscover the Best Vintage, Antique & Junk Vendors in the Country! Join us for an unforgettable experience with talented makers, themed photo ops, mouthwatering food trucks, live music, and our signature Bloody Marys! April 25-27 & May 2-4.
Grateful Dead Tribute Concert
Council Bluffs Symphony Orchestra 1001 S 6th St, Council Bluffs, IAExperience a night of psychedelic bliss and timeless tunes at our Grateful Dead Tribute Concert! Join us as we pay homage to the legendary band with a dynamic performance that captures the spirit of their iconic sound. From the groovy jams to the heartfelt ballads, our orchestra will deliver a faithful and exhilarating tribute, bringing the magic of the Grateful Dead's music to life in a new and captivating way. Whether you're a die-hard Deadhead or a newcomer to their music, this concert promises an unforgettable journey through the beloved classics and improvisational brilliance of the Grateful Dead. Come groove with us and relive the magic!
Maverick Run
Baxter Arena 2425 S. 67th St, Omaha, NE, United States5K Run, 5K Walk, 1-Mile Kids Race at Baxter Arena. Booth Vendors, Interactive inflatables for kids, beer garden.
5th Annual Doggy Barket
Dewey Park 550 Turner Blvd, Omaha, NEA Farmers market for your dog. Vendors, fun, food trucks, coffee truck
Earth Day Omaha
Elmwood Park 802 South 60th Street, Omaha, NE, United StatesOne of America’s oldest, continually running environmental events, Earth Day Omaha will celebrate its 36th consecutive year on Saturday, April 26th, 2025. This year’s event will build on a long history of success as the region’s premier environmental event, reaching a local consumer base most interested in the environment and sustainability. Hosted in the center of the city at Elmwood Park, the event is free to the public and provides entertainment for all ages. Earth Day Omaha is a longstanding spring tradition featuring over 100 green exhibitors, a multitude of family-friendly activities, hands-on demonstrations, educational displays, and food & drink.
Omaha Parks and Rec Youth Triathlon
Mockingbird Hills Indoor Pool 10242 Mockingbird Drive, Omaha, NE, United States8th Annual Youth Triathlon. Kids will have fun in this recreational backwards triathlon running, biking, and swimming. Register between March 3rd - April 4th. Space is limited.
Incredible Edible Landfill
Downtown Branch 1401 Jones St., Omaha, NEHave you ever wondered what happens once you throw something into the trash can? How important is recycling? Join OPL as they explore these issues in a fun (and tasty) way! Participants will use pudding, candy, cookies, cereal, and other tasty treats to create an edible landfill.
This is a free event for children ages 7-12. Registration is required.
Design Studio: Paper Crowns
Digital Library at Papillion Landing 1046 W Lincoln St, Papillion, NE, United StatesGet crafty and show off your art skills in this monthly program for 9-12 year olds. New project each month! This month: Paper Crowns. Registration is required
Healthy Kids Day 2025
Stinson Park 2285 S. 67th St, Omaha, NE, United StatesThe first 700 kids will get a children's goody bag, plus they can get fitted for a FREE bike helmet (while supplies last), courtesy of Children's Nebraska! Bounce Houses, Family Fitness Demos, Sports Activities, Mascot Race, and more!
Canoeing On The Lake
Lake Zorinsky 3808 S 156th St, Omaha, NE, United StatesGrab your family and friends for a fun afternoon of canoeing on the lake! Includes instruction and all equipment for a safe and fun canoeing adventure! Participants must be at least 6 years and older and at least one adult is required for each canoe. $25/canoe (max 4 people). Register for a 1 hour time slot: 1:00pm, 2:00pm, 3:00pm
Gardening Workshop with No More Empty Pots
Milton R. Abrahams Branch 5111 N 90th St, Omaha, NE, United StatesSpring is here, let’s get gardening! Join Omaha Public Library for an interactive workshop with No More Empty Pots to learn about sustainable food production and build skills that support sustainable food-growing and production practices, environmental consciousness, and improved food self-sufficiency. This is a free event for teens aged 13-18. Registration is encouraged.
Romantasy Craft & Chat “Found Families & Friends, Goodbye Party”
La Vista Community Center 8116 Park View Blvd, La Vista, NE, United StatesIf you're a fan of "romantasy" bestsellers, join for this unique social experience of crafting and chatting all things Romantasy. Each month they'll meet to discuss different topics and complete a craft project. We will have snacks, drinks, a book swap table and a craft for the night. Bring a book or two to trade! Ages: 18+
Rock Orchestra by Candlelight
Orpheum Theater 409 S. 16th Street, Omaha, NE, United StatesYoung Playwrights Festival: A Rose Teens ‘N’ Theater Production
The Rose Theater 2001 Farnam Street, OmahaThe Young Playwrights Festival showcases the work of some of the best teenage writers in the Omaha area. Most of the scripts featured in this production are created as part of The Rose’s yearlong Young Playwrights class, which is led by The Rose’s award-winning Playwright-in-Residence, Brian Guehring. Written entirely by teens, the works are filled with comedy, tragedy, hopes, fears, romance and all-out fun.
Ralston Wine Walk
Historic Downtown Ralston Ralston, NERalston Wine Walk in Historic Downtown Ralston. $25.00 per person in advance. $30.00 per person day of event. Please note that is a 21 and over event and everybody will be required to show ID.
American Mariachi
Omaha Community Playhouse 6915 Cass Street, Omaha, NE, United StatesLucha spends her days caring for her ailing mother, but longs for something more. When a forgotten record album sparks her mother’s memory, Lucha and her cousin strike upon a radical idea to defy social norms and create an all-female mariachi band. But it’s the 1970s, girls can’t be mariachis…or can they? Infused with vibrant, infectious live mariachi music, this regional premiere of American Mariachi is a “big-hearted, musical tug at the heartstrings” (Denver Post) that reminds us how the power of music and love can help overcome obstacles and make the seemingly impossible come true.
Home Depot Kids Workshop: Birdy Buffet
Home Depot Stores Home Depot Stores, Omaha, NE, United StatesJoin the first Saturday of each month between 9 am – 12 pm for free in-person Kids Workshops. While supplies last.
Out & About Storytime: The Joslyn
The Joslyn 2200 Dodge St, Omaha, NEJoin OPL at The Joslyn for storytime, featuring stories, creative movement, music and exploration of a piece of art. Storytime is geared toward preschoolers, but all ages are welcome. This Storytime is part of The Joslyn's monthly Art-tastic Saturdays.
Fandom Party: Percy Jackson
W. Clarke Swanson Branch 9101 W. Dodge Rd., Omaha, NE, United StatesCalling all demigods! Join OPL at Camp Half-Blood for a celebration of all things Percy Jackson! Come discuss the books and do crafts and activities based on the fandom with others who love it. Based on the Percy Jackson book series by Rick Riordan. Costumes are encouraged but not required. All materials are free and provided while supplies last.
Derby Day 2025
Venues at The Granary 5555 Granary Plaza Suite 101, Ralston, NE, United StatesExperience the thrill of the races at our 2nd Annual Derby Day Event! Get ready to sip mint juleps, savor delicious southern bites, enjoy live music, river boat games, bid on exclusive items and experiences while enjoying the excitement of the races at the Venues at The Granary! We will have a hat and bowtie contest. Grab your fanciest hat and bowtie and come join the excitement of the 151st Kentucky Derby. Cheer on your favorite horse, and make a difference at the same time! It’s Derby Day like never before!
Lincoln Marathon
Lincoln, NE Lincoln, NE, United StatesJoin May 4, 2025, for a great running experience through the streets of Lincoln, Nebraska. Our event offers something for runners of all ages and abilities, from elite runners to everyday athletes looking to accomplish a fitness goal.
Fire Safety Storytime
Saddlebrook Library 14850 Laurel Ave, Omaha, NE, United StatesExperience stories, creative movement, music and more. Explore the early literacy skills of singing, playing, reading, talking and writing in each storytime! Children of all ages are welcome; storytimes will be tailored for the age of the children present. At this storytime, we will learn about fire safety with a local firefighter and even see a fire truck!
Hamilton
Orpheum Theater 409 S. 16th Street, Omaha, NE, United StatesHAMILTON is the epic saga that follows the rise of Founding Father Alexander Hamilton as he fights for honor, love, and a legacy that would shape the course of a nation. Based on Ron Chernow’s acclaimed biography and set to a score that blends hip-hop, jazz, R&B, and Broadway, HAMILTON has had a profound impact on culture, politics, and education. HAMILTON features book, music, and lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda, direction by Thomas Kail, choreography by Andy Blankenbuehler, and musical supervision and orchestrations by Alex Lacamoire. In addition to its 11 Tony Awards®, it has won Grammy®, Olivier Awards, the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, and an unprecedented special citation from the Kennedy Center Honors.
Sip Nebraska
Mahoney State Park 28500 West Park Hwy, Ashland, NE, United StatesEvery spring, Sip Nebraska brings together a passionate community of local wine, craft beer, spirits, cider, and their fans to celebrate Nebraska's beverage industry. a wine, craft beer, spirit, & cider tasting experience. live music.
Toast Nebraska Wine Festival
Stinson Park 2285 S. 67th St, Omaha, NE, United StatesAges 21+ Only. Join for the largest gathering of Nebraska wineries in the state. Tickets are on sale for the spring TOAST and include unlimited tastings at all participating wineries. Wine Tasting, Music, Dancing, and more fun!
Young Writers Group
Gretna Public Library 736 South St, Gretna, NEJoin a group of writers to work on drafts, partake in challenges, and share what you like. Grades 6-12
Talk and Tote – Debut Authors
Milton R. Abrahams Branch 5111 N 90th St, Omaha, NE, United StatesAre you ready to get crafty and discover a new debut novel? Come design your own book tote while chatting about author's debut novels. You are encouraged to talk about books you've enjoyed with the rest of the group, but it is not required. All supplies are included. This event is for adults 19+. Registration is required
Omaha Home & Lifestyle Show
Mid-America Center 1 Arena Way, Council Bluffs, IA, United StatesJoin us at the Mid-America Convention Center and see all the Omaha Home & Lifestyle Show has to offer. Enjoy Free Admission!
Family Night at The Union
The Union for Contemporary Art 2423 North 24th St, Omaha, NEFamilies are invited to make art in The Union’s Youth Studios. Bring your loved ones for fun and creative play. Activities and materials may include: drawing, painting, printmaking, and more These events are FREE and open to the public. No registration required to participate.
Springfest Art & Craft Show
Rockbrook Village 108 & Center, Omaha, NE, United StatesJoin at the Rockbrook Village Springfest Art & Craft Show on Saturday, May 17th from 10am-4pm. Shop over 60 local artists and crafters and enjoy lunch and live music on the plaza. Shop handmade goods including jewelry, pottery, glass, wood, photography, paintings and more. Bring the kids and have fun with activities for the kids from Doodle Art Studio.
Incredible Edible Landfill
Bess Johnson Elkhorn Branch 2100 Reading Plaza, Elkhorn, NE, United StatesHave you ever wondered what happens once you throw something into the trash can? How important is recycling? Join OPL as they explore these issues in a fun (and tasty) way! Participants will use pudding, candy, cookies, cereal, and other tasty treats to create an edible landfill.
This is a free event for children ages 7-12. Registration is required.
3rd Annual Bellevue University Library Comic Con
Bellevue University John B. Muller Administrative Services 812 Bruin Blvd, Bellevue, NEThe event, is open to the public and free to attend. Participants are encouraged to wear costumes and take part in the scheduled activities. “It’s an opportunity for students, families, and the community to come together, have fun, and connect over the things they love.” The event will include Trivia Panel, Raffle and Prize Drawings, Craft Activities, Vendors, Photo Opportunities, Combat Demonstration, Marial Arts Weapons Demonstration, Painting Workshop, Cosplayers, and more.
The event will also feature special guests, including Ghostbusters of Nebraska, Star Wars 501 Legion, Brutus and more. Guests will be available for photos and meet-and-greets during the event. Attendees are encouraged to RSVP in advance to secure priority entry. Walk-ins will be accommodated as space allows. The event is free, and attendees should review the BU Library Comic Con rules and regulations.
Gardening Workshop with No More Empty Pots
Millard Branch 13214 Westwood Ln., Omaha, NE, United StatesSpring is here, let’s get gardening! Join Omaha Public Library for an interactive workshop with No More Empty Pots to learn about sustainable food production and build skills that support sustainable food-growing and production practices, environmental consciousness, and improved food self-sufficiency. This is a free event for teens aged 13-18. Registration is required.
Talk and Tote – Debut Authors
Saddlebrook Library 14850 Laurel Ave, Omaha, NE, United StatesAre you ready to get crafty and discover a new debut novel? Come design your own book tote while chatting about author's debut novels. You are encouraged to talk about books you've enjoyed with the rest of the group, but it is not required. All supplies are included. This event is for adults 19+. Registration is required
Snapology
Charles B. Washington Branch 2868 Ames Avenue, Omaha, NE, United StatesJoin OPL as we engage in digital storytelling through exciting STEM and coding activities with our new community partner Snapology! While children are exploring robotics, coding, and design challenges using LEGO® bricks and technology, they are learning new skills and having fun! This is a free event for kids 6-12.
Titanic The Musical
Omaha Community Playhouse 6915 Cass Street, Omaha, NE, United StatesTitanic The Musical captures the stories of the officers, crew members and passengers of the ever-fascinating catastrophe of the most luxurious ocean liner in the 1900s. From crew in the boiler room to first-class passengers, from the poorest families who scraped together their life savings to purchase third-class tickets, to some of the wealthiest men of the Victorian age, Titanic captures the entire range of humanity aboard the ship. Showcasing the grand and majestic ship herself with moments of heartbreaking intimacy, don’t miss this five-time Tony Award®-winning musical that ran over 800 performances on Broadway in 1997.
Stories After Dark: You’ve Got Mail
Genealogy & Local History Room 3020 S. 84th St., Omaha, NEJoin OPL for a fun and loose storytelling event for adults! Do you have a story about letters? Have you ever sent, received, or found a letter that held special meaning to you or revealed a secret? If you could send a letter to anyone, living or dead, who would it be? What would it say? Prepare a 5-8 minute story related to the theme and come share with the crowd. All participants will be awarded a superlative trophy!
Out & About Storytime: Chalco Hills
Chalco Hills Natural Resources Center 8901 South 154th Street, Omaha, NEIn June, they will learn about snakes.
Sessanta v2.0 2025 Tour
Baxter Arena 2425 S. 67th St, Omaha, NE, United States- Primus
- Puscifer
- A Perfect Circle
Finding Nemo
The Rose Theater 2001 Farnam Street, OmahaDisney Pixar’s Finding Nemo Theater for Young Audiences is a vibrant, puppetry-filled, musical adaptation of the beloved 2003 movie. This show features spectacular songs written by the creators of Frozen and Coco. Marlin, an anxious and over-protective clownfish, lives in the Great Barrier Reef with his kid Nemo, who longs to explore the world beyond their anemone home. But when Nemo is captured and taken to Sydney, Marlin faces his fears and sets off on an epic adventure across the ocean. With the help of lovable characters such as optimistic Dory, laid-back sea turtle Crush and the supportive Tank Gang, Marlin and Nemo both overcome challenges on their journey to find each other and themselves.
Summerfest at River’s Edge
Tom Hanafan River's Edge Park East Side of the Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge, Council Bluffs, IA, United StatesFeaturing an epic drone show, live music, interactive activities, and fun for all ages. New this year: a longer, more dynamic drone show and a rain date on Saturday, June 7, so the fun doesn’t stop! With thousands of attendees, community partners, and plenty of entertainment, Summerfest is a can’t-miss event to kick off summer in Council Bluffs
Out & About Storytime: The Joslyn
The Joslyn 2200 Dodge St, Omaha, NEJoin OPL at The Joslyn for storytime, featuring stories, creative movement, music and exploration of a piece of art. Storytime is geared toward preschoolers, but all ages are welcome. This Storytime is part of The Joslyn's monthly Art-tastic Saturdays.
Elkhorn Hills UMC Vacation Bible School
Elkhorn Hills United Methodist Church 20227 Veterans Dr, Elkhorn, NEJoin Scout and Navigator at Elkhorn Hills UMC Vacation Bible School where we will be On the Go with God! We will enjoy exciting new music, amazing science, creative crafts, fun recreation, and memorable Bible stories that will show us that God is with us all the time! The adventure will run from June 8-12, 6:00-8:00 pm.
Papillion Days
Downtown Papillion Papillion, NEPapillion Days is a time-honored tradition that takes place over Father’s Day weekend in June each year. Dating back to 1947, Papillion Days is the pinnacle summer celebration in town.
Parade, Kiddie Parade, Beer Garden, Fireworks Show, Car Show and more.
Falls City Hot Air Balloon Festival
Brenner Field 3301 Business Parkway North, Falls City, United StatesBalloon lift off & Glow both days, life music, Kid's Activities, Mega Kite Show, Fireworks, and more!
Testicle Festival 2025
Round the Bend Steakhouse 30801 East Park Highway, Ashland, NE$10 Cover, Military Personnel FREE. Merchandise Available, Live Music from 11am-10pm, DJ Jake, Sweet Island Treats and Eats (Shaved Ice). New and "Improved" Buster the Bull. Come see ANGUS the Converbon, Kids 12 and under free.
Great Galena Balloon Race
The Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa driving range 400 Eagle Ridge Dr, Galena, ILHot air balloon races, live music, night glow, inflatables for the kids, Classic Car Show, and more.
Fire Safety Storytime
Charles B. Washington Branch 2868 Ames Avenue, Omaha, NE, United StatesExperience stories, creative movement, music and more. Explore the early literacy skills of singing, playing, reading, talking and writing in each storytime! Children of all ages are welcome; storytimes will be tailored for the age of the children present. At this storytime, we will learn about fire safety with a local firefighter and even see a fire truck!
US Open Badminton
Mid-America Center 1 Arena Way, Council Bluffs, IA, United StatesIt’s back! The Omaha Sports Commission and the Council Bluffs CVB are hosting the 2025 US Open for Badminton at the Mid-America Center. Join us in watching these spectacular athletes some of which competed in the 2024 Olympic Games!
US Open Badminton
Mid-America Center 1 Arena Way, Council Bluffs, IA, United StatesIt’s back! The Omaha Sports Commission and the Council Bluffs CVB are hosting the 2025 US Open for Badminton at the Mid-America Center. Join us in watching these spectacular athletes some of which competed in the 2024 Olympic games!
Ashland Ohio Balloon Fest
Freer Field 1256 Center St., Ashland, OHAshland's largest FREE family event with something for everyone to enjoy! 2025 is a big year. They’re celebrating 35 years of coloring the Ashland skies with hot air balloons and creating memories for everyone. Every year is unique, but they are planning some big things for our 35th celebration!
40th Annual Michigan Challenge Balloonfest
Howell High School 1200 W Grand River Rd, Howell, MIThe Michigan Challenge Balloonfest is a celebration of hot air balloons. But wait, there’s more! The event features entertainment, fireworks, family activities and attractions. The Saturday night balloon glow is a must-see attraction at the Michigan Challenge. About 20 hot-air balloons will inflate on the launch field and glow their envelopes against the beautiful summer night sky.
Field of Flight Air Show & Balloon Festival
Battle Creek Executive Airport 15551 S Airport Rd, Battle Creek, MIAir show, night air show, balloons, Field of Rock Bands, Balloon Illume, fireworks, Skerbeck Carnival, vendors, and family fun for everyone.
Out & About Storytime: Chalco Hills
Chalco Hills Natural Resources Center 8901 South 154th Street, Omaha, NEIn July, they will learn about insects.
The OCon Expo
Mid-America Center 1 Arena Way, Council Bluffs, IA, United StatesYour favorite event is back for 2025! The OCon Expo returns with exciting guests, great programming, marvelous vendors, and awesome cosplay in 2025 on July 11, 12, and 13th!
Fire Safety Storytime
South Omaha Library 2808 Q Street, Omaha, NE, United StatesExperience stories, creative movement, music and more. Explore the early literacy skills of singing, playing, reading, talking and writing in each storytime! Children of all ages are welcome; storytimes will be tailored for the age of the children present. At this storytime, we will learn about fire safety with a local firefighter and even see a fire truck!
Indianola National Balloon Classic
Memorial Balloon Field 1136 150th Avenue, Indianola, IAAbout 25 minutes south of Des Moines
9 day festival with 100+ hot air balloons filling the sky, including special shapes! Live music, buy a balloon ride, Dawn Patrol, Night Glow Extravaganza, food vendors, fireworks, and more.
Read more about this wonderful Hot Air Balloon Festival from Olio in Iowa.
Nearby, be sure to also visit the National Balloon Museum (The Walking Tourists).
Out & About Storytime: Chalco Hills
Chalco Hills Natural Resources Center 8901 South 154th Street, Omaha, NEIn August, they will learn about aquatic animals.
Quad Cities Balloon Festival
Rhythm City Casino Resort 7077 Elmore Avenue, Davenport, IABalloon launch, balloon glow, tethered balloon rides, live music, bounce houses, car show and more.
Old West Balloon Fest
Mitchell Airfield 60653 Mitchell South Rd, Mitchell, NE50+ hot air balloons suspended in mid air, skilled pilots from around the world, roaring burners creating a whoosh that is both heard and felt. Kick off the 11th annual event with a Glow at Western Nebraska Community College on Thursday. Mass Ascensions, Craft Fair, Wiener Dog Races, Night Glows, and more!
Centralia Balloon Fest
Centralia Foundation Park 600 Pleasant Ave, Centralia, ILCentralia Balloon Fest is an annual hot air balloon event that takes place on the 3rd full weekend of August in Centralia, Illinois at Foundation Park, a 300-acre nature park. Hot air balloons, balloon glows, tethered balloon rides, car show, live music, FREE Family Fun Day with Kids Activities, and more.
Fire Safety Storytime
Benson Branch 6015 Binney Street, Omaha, NE, United StatesExperience stories, creative movement, music and more. Explore the early literacy skills of singing, playing, reading, talking and writing in each storytime! Children of all ages are welcome; storytimes will be tailored for the age of the children present. At this storytime, we will learn about fire safety with a local firefighter and even see a fire truck!
Back to School FOAM Party at Shadow Lake
Shadow Lake Towne Center 7775 Olson Drive, Papillion, NE, United StatesGet ready for the ultimate party experience with Shadow Lake's Back to School Foam Party! 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM: Regular Foam Party. Start your night with the classic foam fun! Dive into a sea of foam, dance, and enjoy the high-energy vibes as we kick things off with a bubbly blast.
8:30 PM - 10:00 PM: Glow-in-the-Dark Foam Party As the night heats up, the lights go down, the music goes up and the glow begins! The foam transforms into a glowing spectacle under the blacklights, creating an electric atmosphere for you to dance, splash, and party in neon style! Event will be held in the street between Gypsy Plum and Michaels. Free Event. Wear your best neon attire!
Kidz Bop Live Tour
Mid-America Center 1 Arena Way, Council Bluffs, IA, United StatesThe KIDZ BOP Kids are back in 2025 with their all new KIDZ BOP Live Certified BOP Tour, coming to a city near you. Sing and dance along to today biggest BOPs live on the big stage including “espresso”, “HOT TO GO”, & “Dance Monkey”. Join us for the ultimate pop concert experience for kids (and their grown-ups!) with eye-popping new stage design and interactive elements kids will love, as well as the return of the popular (and hilarious!) Daddy Dance Off. Don’t miss this annual live event that’s become the first concert experience for a generation of young fans.
50th Annual Huff ‘n Puff Hot Air Balloon Rally
Mount Hope Balloon Field 4700 SW 17th St, Topeka, KSBalloon flights and balloon glow.
Fire Safety Storytime
Florence Branch 2920 Bondesson St, Omaha, NE, United StatesExperience stories, creative movement, music and more. Explore the early literacy skills of singing, playing, reading, talking and writing in each storytime! Children of all ages are welcome; storytimes will be tailored for the age of the children present. At this storytime, we will learn about fire safety with a local firefighter and even see a fire truck!
47th Annual Creston Southwest Iowa Hot Air Balloon Days
Southwest Iowa Hot Air Balloon Days Creston, IAAlmost 35 balloons participate in races over the weekend. In addition there is a parade with a marching band contest and balloonist and many more, also a doll show, arts & crafts fair, flea market, balloon night glow, food booths and more. Come for the day or the weekend.
Ravenna Balloon A-Fair
Ravenna Balloon A-Fair Ravenna, OHBalloon Lift Offs, Grand Parade, Children’s Parade, food and craft vendors, live music, children's alley, and motor alley and more!
Fire Safety Storytime
A.V. Sorensen BranchExperience stories, creative movement, music and more. Explore the early literacy skills of singing, playing, reading, talking and writing in each storytime! Children of all ages are welcome; storytimes will be tailored for the age of the children present. At this storytime, we will learn about fire safety with a local firefighter and even see a fire truck!
Columbus Day Festival Hot Air Balloon Regatta
Columbus Kansas Columbus, KSScarecrow Contest, Hot Air Balloon Regatta, car & motorcycle show, 5K, art & quilt shows, balloon glow, kids activities and much more.
Fire Safety Storytime
Willa Cather Branch 1905 S 44th St, Omaha, NEExperience stories, creative movement, music and more. Explore the early literacy skills of singing, playing, reading, talking and writing in each storytime! Children of all ages are welcome; storytimes will be tailored for the age of the children present. At this storytime, we will learn about fire safety with a local firefighter and even see a fire truck!
Fire Safety Storytime
Milton R. Abrahams Branch 5111 N 90th St, Omaha, NE, United StatesExperience stories, creative movement, music and more. Explore the early literacy skills of singing, playing, reading, talking and writing in each storytime! Children of all ages are welcome; storytimes will be tailored for the age of the children present. At this storytime, we will learn about fire safety with a local firefighter and even see a fire truck!
Earth Day & Arbor Day Celebrations
- Celebrate Earth Day and Arbor Day with events around the Omaha area.
Go on a Family Getaway
- Choose from a variety of locations that are not too far from Omaha. Explore a new destination, go on an adventure, and create new memories!
- Day Trips, Road Trips, Cabins to Rent, and more!
Check out a Public Library Pass
Members of certain libraries can check out a pass to visit one of the following locations:
- Durham Museum – Members of all 12 Omaha Public Library branches, Bellevue Public Library, Bennington Public Library, Council Bluffs Public Library, Fremont Public Library.
- Fontenelle Forest – Members of the Omaha Public Library, Bellevue Public Library, or Council Bluffs Public Library.
- Lauritzen Gardens – Members of the Omaha Public Library, Bellevue Public Library, or Council Bluffs Public Library.
Start Signing up for Summer Camp
- Browse our 2025 Summer Camp Guide available now! From Art Camps to Specialty Camps and themes for every age and interest, you are sure to find one for your kids.
- Exciting News! Now you can SEARCH SUMMER CAMPS by:
- Type of Camp (Theme, All-Day, Half-Day, Extended Care, + more!)
- Age Group
- Week of Camp
Go to a Kids Consignment Sale or Visit a Resale Shop
- Looking to buy or sell gently-used children’s clothing and equipment? Choose from seasonal Consignment Sales and local Kids Resale Shops in the Omaha Area!
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Past Events
Apr 1st – Teen Takeout: Teen-y Tiny Art – FREE
- Check the teen area for materials to make a mini-masterpiece. Bring the piece to the Main Library to display it through Memorial Day weekend. While supplies last.
- Location: Gretna Public Library – 736 South St, Gretna, NE
Apr 1st – Out & About Storytime: Stinson Park – 10:30-11:00 – FREE
- Join OPL staff at Stinson Park for storytime, featuring stories, creative movement, music and more. Storytime is geared toward preschoolers, but all ages are welcome.
- Location: Stinson Park – 2285 South 67th St, Omaha, NE 68106
Apr 1st – Plant & Paint Workshop at Learning Express Toys – 11:00am – FREE
- Create your own plant masterpiece! This is a FREE all ages event! First come, first serve, while supplies last!
- Location: The Learning Express Toys – 120 Regency Pkwy, Omaha, NE 68114
Apr 2nd – Solar Eclipse 101 – 4:00-5:00pm – FREE
- Are you as excited as we are for the Solar Eclipse on April 8th? Then join as Doug Showell, Science Teacher at Papillion La Vista High School, explains about solar eclipses and then shows different ways to watch it without eclipse glasses!
- Location: Sump Memorial Library – 222 N Jefferson St, Papillion, NE 68046
April 2nd – FLIP Fabrique: Blizzard – 7:00-9:00pm – $25-$40
- With Blizzard, FLIP Fabrique takes you on a crazy, poetic and gentle journey in the dead of winter, and invites you to lose yourself in a moment of complete wonder. With performers at the peak of their art and outstanding visual poetry, Blizzard promises to blow away everything in its path.
- Location: The Orpheum Theater – 409 S 16th St, Omaha, NE 68102
Apr 3rd – Little Lab: Guitar Building – 11:00am-11:45am – FREE
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Littles Lab, where young minds ignite with wonder and discovery! Every Wednesday filled with pure excitement as we delve into the fascinating world of vibrations. In our vibrant, colorful Active Learning Lab, children aged 3 to 5 become budding scientists, exploring the magic of vibrations through interactive experiments and hands-on creation activities.
- Location: Do Space, 5111 North 90th Street, Omaha, NE
Apr 3rd – Hump Day Camel Photos – 11:00am-1:00pm
- Come celebrate HUMP DAY and take a selfie with a camel from program partners at Scatter Joy Acres!
- Location: Gene Leahy Mall – 1001 Douglas St, Omaha, NE 68102
Apr 3rd – – 1:30-2:45pm – FREE
- A small string or wind ensemble from the Omaha Symphony will perform music chosen around the theme of“Tradition” followed by an opportunity for participants and musicians to reflect on and discuss our shared experience.
- Location: Charles B Washington Branch – 2868 Ames Ave, Omaha, NE 68111
Apr 4th – Teen-y Tiny Art: Paint a Mini-Masterpiece – 3:30-5:30pm – FREE
- Drop-in to paint a 2-inch mini-masterpiece. Leave the piece at the library to display through Memorial Day weekend.
- Location: Gretna Public Library – 736 South St, Gretna, NE
Apr 4th – Old Market Science Crawl – 5:30-7:00pm – FREE
- The inaugural Old Market Science Crawl for NE SciFest! Stop by any of the locations below between 5:30-7pm for tours, q&a’s, self guided fun and more. Venues offering tours will be at the following times 5:35pm, 6:20pm and 7pm. Tours last 20 minutes.
- Location: The Orpheum Theater – 409 S 16th St, Omaha,NE68102
Apr 5th – Make Your Own Fairy Jar – 11:00am – FREE
- Create your very own enchanting Fairy Jars! Let your imagination soar as you decorate a whimsical jar full of glitter, sparkles and fairy dust of course! Don’t miss out on this spellbinding experience of crafting and fun!!
- Location: The Learning Express – 120 Regency Pkwy, Omaha, NE 68114
Apr 5th – Music and Movement – 9:30am & 10:30am – FREE
- Ages 0-6, Get ready to boogie with songs and dance!
- Location: La Vista Public Library: 9110 Giles Road, La Vista, NE 68128
Apr 5th – Teen Advisory Board: Thank you cards – 3:30am – 4:30am – FREE
- Ages 12-18, TAB will be making thank you bags for their school librarians to give away at school on April 9 (Library Workers Day)
- Location: La Vista Public Library: 9110 Giles Road, La Vista, NE 68128
Apr 5th – Open Mic Poetry Reading – 5:00-7:00pm – FREE
- Poetry night – an immersive celebration of the written word. Bring your own writings or a smaple of your favorite Poet. All writing levels are welcome.
- Location: Gretna United Methodist Church – 11457 S 204th St, Gretna, NE 68028
Apr 6th – Home Depot Kids Kits: Lattice Planter – 9:00am-12:00pm – FREE
- The first Saturday of each month between 9 am – 12 pm for free in-person Kids Workshops. While supplies last.
- Location: Home Depot Stores
Apr 6th – Percy Jackson Escape Room for Teens – 10:00-11:00am & 2:00-3:00pm – FREE
- Join OPL at Camp Half-Blood to help Percy search for Riptide so that he can defend the camp! In this escape room for teens ages 12-18, you must solve various puzzles and locks in order to find Riptide in time and help Percy prepare before the monsters attack. Registration is required, and opens on March 15th.
- Location: Downtown Branch – 1401 Jones St., Omaha, NE 68102
Apr 6th – Archery Adventure Day – 10:00am-1:00pm – $10-$28 [REGISTER]
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Are you looking for an outdoor family event that has activities that everyone in your family can enjoy? Then come join Fontenelle Forest for a morning of family fun at Archery Adventure Day! This program will be held at Camp Wa-Kon-Da located at 402 Forest Drive in Bellevue. The program is 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM and will include archery basics, a family-friendly archery competition, a guided hike and a campfire with hotdogs and s’mores to end the program. A waiver must be completed for each family member before participating in activities. Please note that children ages 7 and under cannot participate in archery, yard games will be provided for the given age group.
- Location: Camp Wa-Kon-Da – 402 Forest Dr, Bellevue, NE 68005
Apr 6th – Money Madness with TS Bank – 11:00am-1:00pm – FREE
- Drop in and see if you can catch more play cash than your friends in a Money Machine, learn about how money is made and design your own, play a round of Musical Money Chairs, and more! Staff from TS Bank will join us at the Library to celebrate Financial Literacy Month and teach us all about money through lots of fun games. This program is most appropriate for families with children in grades K-6. Each family will receive a free book courtesy of TS Bank.
- Location: Council Bluffs Public Library – 400 Willow Ave., Council Bluffs, IA 51503
Apr 6th – Ada Twist Science – 1:00-3:00pm – FREE
- Join OPL for an adventure in science based on the Ada Twist, Scientist series by Andrea Beaty! Come explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math with fun crafts and hands-on activities. All crafts and activities will be available from 1-3pm without registration, and are free of charge!
- Location: Clarke Swanson Branch – 9101 W. Dodge Rd, Omaha, NE 68114
Apr 6th – Blackbird Rock Co. Performance – 3:00-6:00pm – FREE
- Join SNJ Studio of Music’s first ever student-led rock band for an afternoon of music! Featuring hits from the 70’s-00’s, the talented young adults of Blackbird Rock Co. put modern twists on tried and true classics. This is a free event, so bring your chair or blanket and get ready to rock!
- Location: Gene Leahy Mall – 1001 Douglas St, Omaha, NE 68102
Apr 6th – April Showers Concert – 7:00-9:00pm – FREE (Donations Accepted)
- In-person concert! Featuring our Young Artists Competition Winners
- Location: Simon Concert Hall at the Omaha Conservatory of Music – 7023 Cass St, Omaha, NE
April 7th – NE SciFest SUN-Day at Branched Oak Observatory – 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. – FREE
- The Great American Eclipse of 2024 is almost here and you need to be prepared to safely view this incredible event. On SUN-Day April 7th, Branched Oak Observatory will be giving out FREE Solar Eclipse Glasses (WHILE SUPPLIES LAST). There will also be Solar Eclipse programming to teach about the “What,” “Where,” and “When” of April 8th’s incredible solar eclipse.
- While you visit the Observatory you will also get to do what you are always told what NOT to do… look at the Sun! With our special White Light and Hydrogen Alpha Telescopes, you will have a chance to see Sunspots, Solar Prominences, Granulation, Filaments, and so much more on the surface of our closest star… the Sun.
- Location: Branch Oak Observatory – 14300 NW 98th St., Raymond, NE
Apr 7th – Science Sunday with Nebraska SciFest: milk & homemade butter – 1:00-2:00pm – FREE
- Join the Nebraska Science Festival for Science Sundays from 1 to 2 PM in April at The RiverFront! This is a free, family friendly hour for you to learn about nature, animals, medicine, and more with hands-on science activities, while supplies last. This week’s theme: milk & homemade butter
- Location: The RiverFront Downtown
Apr 7th – Omaha Winter Market at Nebraska Brewing Company – 11:00am-3:00pm
- It’s the last market of the season! Join us and 30 local small businesses for a day of shopping with great food and drinks! From farm fresh produce and meats to hand crafted goods, the Omaha Winter Market has something for everyone!
- Location: Nebraska Brewing Company – 6950 S 108th St, La Vista, NE 68128
Apr 7th – Venture Parks Discovery Fair – 12:00-3:00pm – FREE
- Nebraska’s Venture Park Region is hosting a Venture Parks Discovery Fair. Attend this event to learn about activities that will be offered in the Venture Park Region this summer and job opportunities in the parks. Fun Activities: Play games, try out activities, enjoy food vendors, and snap a photo with Kit the Raccoon mascot.
- Location: Mahoney State Park – 28500 W Pwy Hwy, Ashland, NE 68003
Apr 7th – We Rock the Spectrum Kids Gym 1 Year Anniversary – 12:00-6:00pm
- Help them celebrate their 1 year anniversary with Character Meet and Greets.
- Location: We Rock the Spectrum Kids Gym – 10717 Virginia Plaza #113, Omaha, NE 68128
Apr 5th-7th – Spring Festival: An Arts & Crafts Affair – Times Vary – $10/Adults, $9/Seniors, Under 10 Free – Tickets Required
- Hundreds of the Nation’s finest artists and crafters display and sell their handcrafted works. Voted one of the top 100 shows in the country according to Sunshine Artist Magazine. Hourly gift certificate drawings, food & drink, free parking, and lots of family fun! Your paid admission is good all weekend with our hand stamp!
- Location: Liberty First Credit Union Arena – 7300 Q St, Ralston, NE 68127
Apr 5th-7th – Unlock Midtown: Free neighborhood-wide Game – 3:00-6:00pm – FREE
- Looking for an experience to enjoy with family and friends? For one weekend only, Unlock Midtown invites sleuths to visit participating Midtown Crossing retailers, each hosting a different clues or puzzle in need of solving. Your mission is to successfully complete each one. To start your sleuthing, pick up an Unlock Midtown guide at Spielbound. This will have a list of all participating retailers and provide you a place to keep track of codes solved. So what is the ultimate goal? Solve for all codes to be entered to win a Midtown Crossing Prize Package. Once you’ve successfully completed all codes, return your Unlock Midtown guide to Spielbound to be entered into the drawing.
- Location: Spielbound Board Game Cafe – 3229 Harney St, Omaha, NE 68131
Apr 6th & 7th – Teddy Bear Weekend at The Zoo – 9:00am-3:00pm – Regular Zoo Admission or Membership
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Bring your favorite stuffed animal to Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium for repair and care for Teddy Bear Weekend. Your beary brave stuffed animal will go through a health check-up including height, heartbeat, ear and eye exams and, if needed, a trip to the Emergency Room. The Emergency Room will be closing at 1 p.m. both Saturday and Sunday, so please arrive beforehand if your furry friend is in need of a special trip to the ER. Event activities are free to Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium members or with regular paid Zoo admission. Children, ages 3-11, who bring in their favorite stuffed animal will receive FREE admission to the Zoo with a paid adult. This year’s clinic will be held at Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom Pavilion near the Zoo’s Main Entrance.
- Location: Omaha Zoo – 3701 S. 10th St., Omaha, NE
Apr 8th – Musical Monday – 10:00am – FREE
- Ages 0-6, Come play with the library’s musical instruments and props!
- Location: La Vista Public Library: 9110 Giles Road, La Vista, NE 68128
Apr 8th – Teen Dungeons & Dragons – 4:00pm-6:00pm – (Registration)
- Ages 12-18, Contact Ashley Wemhoff with questions.
- Location: La Vista Public Library: 9110 Giles Road, La Vista, NE 68128
Apr 8th – Make Fish in a Bag Slime – 11:00am – FREE
- Dive in for an unforgettable aquatic adventure as we mix our own mesmerizing ocean slime complete with colorful squishy fishy companions swimming in their own miniature bags!! This is a free, all ages event!
- Location: 120 Regency Pkwy, Omaha, NE, 68114
Apr 8th – Solar Eclipse Party at the Park – 12:00-3:00pm – FREE
- Come down to The RiverFront Plaza at Lewis & Clark Landing from 12 to 3 PM to celebrate an unforgettable celestial experience! This year’s Solar Eclipse will be a rare cosmic event that you won’t want to miss! Join The RiverFront for Eclipse themed activities suitable for the whole family, including out of this world solar treats, viewing opportunities, and so much more! The RiverFront will provide Eclipse viewing glasses and guidance to ensure everyone can enjoy the Eclipse safely!
- Location: The RiverFront Plaza at Lewis & Clark Landing
Apr 8th – The 2024 Great American Eclipse Viewing at Branched Oak Observatory – 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. – FREE
- Some people go an entire lifetime and do not have a chance to see a single Solar Eclipse. Here in the United States, we have had the opportunity to see THREE spectacular solar eclipses within just a seven-year time period; the Total Solar Eclipse here in Nebraska in 2017, The Annular Eclipse (“Partial” in NE) in 2023, and this year another Total Solar Eclipse (“Partial” in NE) on April 8th.
- Although you can view the Partial Solar Eclipse anywhere in the state, we invite the community out to Branched Oak Observatory for a unique chance to see the eclipse “up close” through our amazing safe solar telescopes. Not only will you get to view the Partial Eclipse, you will see Sunspots, Solar Prominences, Granulation, Filaments, and so much more on the surface of our closest star.
- Location: Branch Oak Observatory – 14300 NW 98th St., Raymond, NE
Apr 8th – Solar Eclipse Viewing – 12:30-2:00pm – FREE
- Join OPL for a scientific adventure of planetary proportions as we read about and make models of a solar eclipse. Then, we’ll make paper viewers and go out to see the celestial event for ourselves! This program will take place from 1pm-2pm and is recommended for children ages 5-10 with a caregiver, but patrons are encouraged to stay and watch the event with their children as long as they’d like.
- Location: Millard Branch – 13214 Westwood Ln, Omaha, NE 68144
Apr 8th – STEM Lab: Scribblebot – 4:00-5:00pm – FREE
- Are you as excited as we are for the Solar Eclipse on April 8th? Then join as Doug Showell, Science Teacher at Papillion La Vista High School, explains about solar eclipses and then shows different ways to watch it without eclipse glasses! Put your brain to the test with this monthly STEM challenge! Kids ages 9-12 will design and build different projects to help encourage STEM skills. Winners get to pick a prize!
- Location: Digital Library at Papillion Landing – 1046 W Lincoln Street Papillion, NE 68046
Apr 9th – Library Storytime – 10:00am – FREE
- Ages 0-6, it’s time to read a story!
- Location: La Vista Public Library: 9110 Giles Road, La Vista, NE 68128
Apr 9th – Tiny Tot Spring Party & Storytime – 10:00am-12:00pm – FREE
- Celebrate spring at A.V. Sorensen Branch and Community Center! Music & Movement will be at 10am, afterward make a craft, get the wiggles out in the gym and bounce in a bounce house! This free event is for children ages 5 and younger.
- Location: A.V. Sorensen Branch – 4808 Cass St, Omaha, NE 68132
Apr 9th – Toddler Tuesday: Springtime Activities with Mrs. Barry – 10:30-11:30am – FREE
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Come and get into the spirit of spring! The wonderful Mrs. Barry will celebrate the Earth with a lovely springtime story followed by music and a fun craft activity. Young minds will bloom!
- Location: Fat Brain Toys – 16909 Burke St, Omaha, NE 68118
Apr 9th – Out & About Storytime: Gene Leahy Mall – 10:30-11:00am – FREE
- Join OPL at the Gene Leahy Mall for storytime! Storytime is geared toward preschoolers, but all ages are welcome to join in the fun. Rain or shine, we’ll be there! We will be under the big white pavilion.
- Location: Gene Leahy Mall – 1401 Jones St, Omaha, NE 68007
Apr 9th – Recess at The Durham! – 11:00am-12:00pm – Included with Museum Admission
- Recess is everyone’s favorite class! Spend your spring break immersing yourself in play at The Durham Museum and enjoy the opportunity to take part in some classic playground activities. Hopscotch, 4-square, jacks and other fun will be the perfect match with TOYTOPIA, our featured spring exhibition. Stop by The Platform on the lower level of the museum and challenge a friend (old or new!) to a game.
- Location: The Durham Museum – 801 S 10th St, Omaha, NE
Apr 9th – – 2:30-4:30pm – FREE [REGISTER]
- You will be “locked” in a meeting room with puzzles, clues (and a few hints) to see if you have the smarts to figure out how to get out of our escape room! This escape room is based on the best-selling Wild Robot series by Peter Brown. All ages are welcome for this drop-in family-friendly event. Try to escape over spring break!
- Location: Millard Branch – 13214 Westwood Ln, Omaha, NE 68144
Apr 9th – Teen Craft Night at Baright Library – 6:30-7:30pm – FREE
- Join OPL at the Gene Leahy Mall for storytime! Storytime is geared toward preschoolers, but all ages are welcome to join in the fun. Rain or shine, we’ll be there! We will 27
Apr 10th – Homeschool in the Hills: Wild Babies – 10:00-11:30am or 1:00-2:30pm – $5/child [REGISTER]
- Spring is a time of the year when we encounter baby wild animals. They are small and cute, but do we really know about baby wildlife and the strategies wild parents use to care for them? Enjoy a snack and stay after the program to explore the park and socialize. Cost for this event is $5.00 per person for children ages 3 and over and covers your park entry fee. Accompanying adults and children under 3 are free — children under 3 do not need a reservation.
- Location: Hitchcock Nature Center – 27792 Ski Hill Loop, Honey Creek, IA 51542
Apr 10th – Out & About Storytime at Cup & Cone – 10:30-11:00 – FREE
- Join Bennington Library for Stories, music, and movement at Cup & Cone.
- Location: Cup & Cone – 15420 S 2nd St, Bennington, NE 68007
Apr 10th – Little Lab – 11:00am-11:45am – FREE
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Littles Lab, where young minds ignite with wonder and discovery! Every Wednesday filled with pure excitement as we delve into the fascinating world of vibrations. In our vibrant, colorful Active Learning Lab, children aged 3 to 5 become budding scientists, exploring the magic of vibrations through interactive experiments and hands-on creation activities.
- Location: Do Space, 5111 North 90th Street, Omaha, NE
Apr 10th – Space: It’s Out of This World – 5:00-6:00pm (10th) – FREE
- Become a Space Cadet and join the Omaha Children’s Museum as we tour our solar system and learn important physics, chemistry, and engineering concepts. Blast off with a combustion reaction, find out what happens when there is no air pressure, and watch as we make our own version of a comet! This program is designed for kids grades K-5, but all ages are welcome!
- Location: Benson Branch – 6015 Binney St, Omaha, NE 68104
Apr 10th – Hack That Painting – 6:00pm – (Registration)
- Ages 8-12, add some new life to an old painting! Registration required for this art project.
- Location: La Vista Public Library: 9110 Giles Road, La Vista, NE 68128
Apr 11th – Puppets on the Platform – 11:00am-12:00pm – Included in Admission
- Both young and old will enjoy meeting and interacting with The Durham Museum’s most loveable employee – Professor Durham! Professor Durham is the museum’s puppet co-host on our digital learning platform, “Museum Live!” We are excited to bring the professor to the public on Thursdays, who will discuss the history of toys, the importance of play and much more! Kids will also have an opportunity to play with puppets and interact with Professor Durham on their own stage.
- Location: The Durham Museum – 801 S 10th St, Omaha, NE
Apr 11th & Each Thurs After – Teen Central: Game On! – 3:00-5:00pm – FREE
- Get ready for an afternoon of pulse-pounding video game action. Play on the Switch, PS4, or Xbox One alone or with friends. DON’T MISS OUT! This event is open to patrons in grades 6 through 12.
- Location: Council Bluffs Public Library – 400 Willow Ave., Council Bluffs, IA 51503
Apr 11th – Spark Your Story: Arts & Drafts – 4:30-5:30pm – FREE
- Teens will do a variety of arts and crafts as well as walking through what a book talk looks and sounds like. At the end of the month, they’ll have a chance to design their own book tote while listening to book talks on the latest Young Adult fiction. Enjoy snacks, engage in discussion with the storyteller, and explore new storytelling mediums and activities. This program is for teens 11–18 years old.
- Location: Charles B Washington Branch – 2868 Ames Ave, Omaha, NE 68111
Apr 11th – Crafternoon – 4:00pm – FREE
- Ages 4+, it’s art and crafts for kids! From Pre-K up to 6th grade there are crafts for every age!
- Location: La Vista Public Library: 9110 Giles Road, La Vista, NE 68128
Apr 12th – DIY Spring Sensory Bottle – 11am – FREE
- Experience the wonder of spring with your very own DIY Spring Sensory Bottle! Explore a world of soothing sounds, textures, and colors as you create your sensory masterpiece! This is a FREE, all ages event!
- Location: The Learning Express of Omaha – 120 Regency Pkwy, Omaha, NE 68114
Apr 12th – Early Out Movie Day – 2:00-4:30pm – FREE
- movie day in the library every other Fridays at 2 PM. Bring your after-school snacks and some friends, and we’ll bring the flicks
- Location: Baright Public Library – 5555 S 77th St, Omaha, NE 68127
Apr 12th – Erth’s DINOSAUR ZOO LIVE – Times and Prices Vary
- Erth’s DINOSAUR ZOO LIVE guides audiences on a breathtaking tour through a pre-historic world. Amazingly life-like dinosaurs and other creatures are presented in a theatrical performance brought to life by a team of skilled performers and puppeteers and designed with the help of professional paleontologists.
- Location: Orpheum Theater – 409 S 16th St, Omaha, NE 68102
Apr 12th – Rooted Stories – 7:00-8:30pm – FREE
- With Rooted Stories, the Omaha Symphony takes us on a musical journey exploring the history of Omaha through the lens of the Omaha Public Library. The music will act as a powerful storyteller, weaving through the chronology of branch additions and harmonizing with the essence of the era or the unique characteristics of the community in which each branch opened.
- Location: Omaha Conservatory of Music – 7023 Cass St, Omaha, NE 68132
Apr 13th – Spring Boutique Craft Fair at Papillion La Vista High School – 9:00am-3:00pm
- Monarch HS Spring Craft Fair
- Location: 302 E Cary St, Papillion, NE 68046
Apr 13th – St Mathews Spring Craft Show – 9:00am-3:00pm – $1 Admission
- 45+ Craft & Commercial Vendors, Raffle / Baked Goods, Concession. $1 Admission
- Location: St. Matthew School – 12210 S 36th St, Bellevue, NE 68123
Apr 13 & 14th – Forever Young at Film Streams: Black Beauty – 10:00am – $5/pp
- Join Film Streams starting April 6 through July 7 for the Forever Young Series every Saturday and Sunday at 10 AM at the Dundee Theater. Plus, join us for midweek screenings in the summer! Whether you’re a kid at heart or want to spend quality time with the little one in your life, Forever Young’s mix of beloved classics and heartwarming modern hits provides fun for everyone! And remember, tickets are only five dollars!
- Location: Dundee Theater – 4952 Dodge St, Omaha, NE 68132
Apr 13th – Return of the THUNDERBIRDS – 10:00am-3:00pm – FREE
- Join the Indian Center, Inc. in Lincoln for this cross-cultural community event celebrating the return of rain, thunder, spring, and bird migration on Saturday, April 13, 10:00 am-3:00 pm. This family-fun “something for everyone” event celebrates the time of year many Native peoples give thanks to the Thunder beings for providing rebirth with rain & thunder. It is also a time we celebrate the return of many migratory birds to Nebraska. So Audubon and the Indian Center are celebrating together with music, dance, food, arts, kids games and activities, and much much more.
- Location: Indian Center – 1100 Military Rd, Lincoln,NE68508
Apr 13th – JCPenney Kids Zone: Owl Dream Catcher – 11:00am-12:00pm – FREE
- Children can decorate an owl dream catcher. Parents receive an Extra 10% Off coupon to combine with another JCPenney coupon for added savings.
- Location: JCPenney Stores
Apr 13th – Spring Craft Show – 10:00am-5:00pm
- Fremont Mall is hosting our annual Spring Craft Show! Come out and explore one-of-a-kind vendors from 10 AM – 5 PM on April 13th!
- Location: Fremont Mall – 860 E 23rd St, Fremont, NE
Apr 13th – Fremont Gallery Walk – 11:00am-3:00pm
- Twice a year, as the seasons shift into the vibrancy of spring and the golden hues of fall, the heart of our downtown transforms into a living art gallery. The Gallery Walk is a testament to the city’s rich artistic tapestry, where local businesses partner with gifted artists, offering them a platform to shine and share their creative endeavors with the public.
- Location: Downtown Fremont – 105 E 6th St, Fremont, NE 68025
Apr 13th – FidoFest! at Gene Leahy Mall – 11:00am-3:00pm – FREE
- Bring your pooch down to the Dog Park at Gene Leahy Mall for our first FidoFest of 2024! Enjoy a variety of pet vendors, giveaways, activities, food trucks, delicious treats for Fido, adoption groups, and resources for pet owners. The Dog Park at Gene Leahy Mall is located on the east side of the park, at 8th and Douglas Streets.
- Location: Gene Leahy Mall – 1001 Douglas St, Omaha, NE 68102
Apr 13th – Family Fun Fair – 12:00-2:00pm – FREE
- This free community fair provides health and safety information for children and families in a fun and interactive way. The goal of the fair is to provide kids and parents an opportunity to learn about area resources in one spot. Participate in free activities, eat snacks, and visit the various booths from community agencies and businesses.
- Location: Charles E Lakin Human Services Campus – 1515 Avenue J, Council Bluffs, IA
Apr 13th – STEAM Saturday: Chemistry – 1:00-3:00pm – FREE
- Learn the science of what our world is made of! This event is best for grades K-5 and a grownup.
- Location: Gretna Public Library – 736 South St, Gretna, NE
Apr 13th – Kids Night Out: Good Night Zoo – 5:00-9:00pm – $50/Child – Registration Required
- Get ready for a WILD night! While parents enjoy a well-deserved date night, kids ages 5 to 12 year old will discover fun new ways to appreciate wildlife. Hosted by trained educators, each unique program includes pizza, snacks, animal experience, movie time, engaging and educational activities and more! Event drop off is at 5 p.m. and pick up is at 9 p.m. Cost is $50 per child. Limited space is available. Reservations are required.
- Location: Omaha Zoo – 3701 S. 10th St., Omaha, NE
Apr 13th – Teen NERF Nights at Baright Library – 5:30-7:30pm – FREE
- Bring your buds and battle it out in the library stacks. We will have NERF guns available to use, or feel free to bring your own. Snacks are provided. See you there!
- Location: Baright Public Library – 5555 S 77th St, Omaha, NE 68127
Apr 14th – Bella Terre Spring Craft Fair – 11:00am-4:00pm – $3/pp
- A variety of different vendors to shop from! There will be food and the bar will be open! Entry will be $3 per person at the door! Come show your support to these amazing small businesses!
- Location: Bella Terre Vineyard – 23375 Barrus Rd, Glenwood, IA 51534
Apr 14th – Science Sunday with Nebraska SciFest: Bouncy Balls – 1:00-2:00pm – FREE
- Join the Nebraska Science Festival for Science Sundays from 1 to 2 PM in April at The RiverFront! This is a free, family friendly hour for you to learn about nature, animals, medicine, and more with hands-on science activities, while supplies last. This week’s theme: Bouncy Balls
- Location: The RiverFront Downtown
Apr 14th – Earth Day in Bellevue – 1:30-3:30pm
- Special Earth Day program at Bellevue University to learn about Solutions Plastic’s options for plastic reuse here in our metro area. The event which will feature displays by local environmental groups and vendors to highlight the many projects and efforts that are taking place in the local area. The event will be held in the Symposium room located on floor B of the Mueller Building. Check our Earth Day page for new additions to the program.
- Location: Bellevue University – 1000 Galvin Rd S, Bellevue, NE 68005
Apr 14th – Blippi: The Wonderful World Tour – 2:00pm – Tickets Required
- Blippi is coming to Omaha for the ultimate curiosity adventure in Blippi: The Wonderful World Tour! So, come on! Dance, sing, and learn with Blippi and special guest Meekah as they discover what makes different cities unique and special
- Location: Orpheum Theater – 409 S 16th St, Omaha, NE 68102
Apr 14th – Geocaching Challenge – 1:00pm, 2:00pm, or 3:00pm – $25/canoe(max 4 people)
- Bring out the whole crew to search for caches hidden in the park using GPS coordinates! Instruction is provided! Enjoy the fun for $10/group of up to 6 people! Great activity for all ages! Please bring at least one smartphone per group!
- Location: Walnut Grove Park – 15050 Q St, Omaha, NE 68137
Apr 15th – Caterpillar Storytime & Science Lesson – 11:00am – FREE
- Howard Hero the caterpillar is extremely impatient and has to wait 2 dreaded weeks until he hatches out of his chrysalis!! 2 weeks with no video games, no comic books and no pizza!! How will he survive?? Find out how when we read you the story of “The Very Impatient Caterpillar”! You will also get to observe our very own caterpillars in our Butterfly Garden!! What stage will they be in? Will they be caterpillars, in a chrysalis or will they be beautiful butterflies ready to set free?? You will also be crafting your very own Caterpiller/ Butterfly project! This is a FREE, all ages event!
- Location: The Learning Express – 120 Regency Pkwy, Omaha, NE, 68114
Apr 15th – Seed Share at Gretna Library – 5:00-7:00pm – FREE
- Get ready for the spring planting season. Learn about seed shares, receive free seeds, and get a start on knowing how to save seeds for next year! You do not need to bring seeds to participate, but any well-labeled seeds that you would like to share are welcome.
- Location: Gretna Public Library – 736 South St, Gretna, NE
Apr 15th – Star Party with Gretna Library – 8:00-9:00pm – FREE
- Peruse the night sky with members of the Omaha Astronomical Society. The soccer fields at GXP are located at Capehart & 213th. Cloud date: 4/18.
- Location: Soccer Fields at Gretna Crossing Park – Capehart & 213th
Apr 18th, 20th – City Nature Challenge Storytime – 10:30-11:00 – FREE
- Join OPL staff for a special City Nature Challenge storytime! We’ll read books about nature, sing songs, and learn how to identify plants and animals found in the wild. Explore the early literacy skills of singing, playing, reading, talking, and writing in each storytime.
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- 18th – Florence Branch – 2920 Bondesson St, Omaha, NE 68112
- 18th – Willa Cather Branch – 1905 S. 44th St, Omaha, NE 68105
- 20th – W. Clarke Swanson Branch – 9101 W. Dodge Rd, Omaha, NE 68114
Apr 15th-17th & 22nd-24th – Teen Central: Tinker Zone: Learn To Play A Board Game – 3:00-5:00pm – FREE
- Revisit a classic or discover your new favorite board game! This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades.
- Location: Council Bluffs Public Library – 400 Willow Ave., Council Bluffs, IA 51503
Apr 16th – Acorn Academy – 9:30-11:00am – PROGRAM FEE $8 per child, Pre-registration
- A new homeschool program, Acorn Academy! Homeschool students six years and older are invited to learn at the Forest on select Tuesday mornings! Students will engage with a variety of nature-based topics through science experiments, creative writing, group projects, crafts and more. The program materials, activities and lessons are designed to accommodate students of a variety of ages and learning styles. Students are encouraged to follow their interests, explore nature and make new friends!
- Location: Fontenelle Forest Nature Center Cafeteria, 1111 Bellevue Blvd North Bellevue, NE 68005
Apr 16th – Art Adventures Visits Storytime – 10:30-11:30am – FREE
- Instructors from the Joslyn Art Museum will visit the Saddlebrook branch for an art-themed storytime. Join in stories, songs and creative movement based on a theme, featuring one of the museum’s fantastic pieces, and a special activity for kids to create their own art. Storytime is geared toward preschoolers, but all ages are welcome to participate in the fun.
- Location: Saddlebrook Branch – 14850 Laurel Ave, Omaha, NE 68116
Apr 16th – Toddler Tuesday: Pajama Party with Stories from Mrs. M – 10:30-11:30am – FREE
- Put your jammies on and stop by our store to enjoy a cozy storytime with our good friend Mrs. M. We’ll have snacks for the kiddos too!
- Location: Fat Brain Toys – 16909 Burke St, Omaha, NE 68118
Apr 16th – Design it! Stunt Gliders – 4:30-5:03pm – FREE [REGISTER]
- Orville and Wilbur Wright are famous for creating the first airplane. Before they made their first successful flight, they designed and tested several prototypes. This process was critical to creating their success! In this activity, we will build our own airborne prototypes. This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child in this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.
- Location: Do Space, 5111 North 90th Street, Omaha, NE
Apr 16th (Every 3rd Tuesday) – Board Game Night – 6:00pm – FREE to Play!
- Board Game Nights every third Tuesday! Come play games with old friends or make new friends! Or join a demo being led by one of our awesome volunteers! No cost to play, we just want more people to learn these great games. Let us know if you’d like to teach a game, too, as our community is built upon fantastic people volunteering to teach, catalog, and help in our mission of providing all people the challenge, art, and fun unique to the world of board games
- Location: Spielbound Cafe – 3231 Harney St, Omaha, NE 68131
Apr 17th – Little Lab – 11:00am-11:45am – FREE [REGISTER]
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Littles Lab, where young minds ignite with wonder and discovery! Every Wednesday filled with pure excitement as we delve into the fascinating world of vibrations. In our vibrant, colorful Active Learning Lab, children aged 3 to 5 become budding scientists, exploring the magic of vibrations through interactive experiments and hands-on creation activities.
- Location: Do Space, 5111 North 90th Street, Omaha, NE
Apr 18th – Pre-K Play: Duck, Duck, Goose – 10:00am – FREE
- All Ages. Learn how to fill out test Scantron bubbles as we play trivia about animals, space, and more!
- Location: La Vista Community Center – 8116 Parkview Blvd, La Vista, NE 68128
Apr 18th – Out & About Storytime: Lauritzen Gardens – 10:00-11:00am – FREE
- In order for curious minds to bloom, it is essential to plant a love of reading at a young age. Join OPL at Lauritzen Gardens for stories that celebrate gardens, plants, insects and more, and discover the joys of nature, movement, music, and literature. Storytime is geared for preschoolers, but all ages are welcome. Lauritzen Gardens will offer free admission to families who attend this storytime.
- Location: Lauritzen Gardens – 100 Bancroft St, Omaha, NE 68108
Apr 18th – Handmade Houseplants for Grades 6-12 at Gretna Library – 3:30-4:30pm – FREE
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Piece together paper plants. You can’t kill your houseplant if you don’t have to water it!
- Location: Gretna Public Library – 736 South St, Gretna, NE
Apr 18th – Homeschool Program: Terrific Trivia – 2:00pm – FREE
- All Ages. Learn how to fill out test Scantron bubbles as we play trivia about animals, space, and more!
- Location: La Vista Public Library: 9110 Giles Road, La Vista, NE 68128
Apr 18th – G. Stanley Hall Science Night: Free Community STEAM Event – 5:00-7:00pm – FREE
- Join G.Stanley Hall for their inaugural Science Night on April 18. Hands-on stations throughout the school will include: Floaters and Sinkers (with fruit), Zoomeranges, Chromatography, Density cubs, Microscope guessing game, Bubble measuring, Robotics unit with Spheros and Keva Planks, Seed Distribution, aluminum boats, and Rotocopters will be set up for families to explore. Everyone attending will also have access to view the tomatospheres from their 6th grade science classes.
- Location: G Stanley Hall – 7600 S 72nd St, La Vista,NE68128
Apr 18th, 25th – Fly-Tying Lessons – 6:00pm-8:00pm – FREE
- All ages welcome! Taught by the Nebraska Cornhusker Fly Fishers.
- Location: La Vista Public Library: 9110 Giles Road, La Vista, NE 68128
Apr 18-20th – IWCC Musical Theater: Little Shop of Horrors – 7:00pm – $15/Ticket
- A deviously delicious Broadway and Hollywood sci-fi smash musical, Little Shop of Horrors has devoured the hearts of theatre goers for over 30 years. Howard Ashman and Alan Menken (Disney’s The Little Mermaid, Beauty And The Beast, and Aladdin) are the creative geniuses behind what has become one of the most popular shows in the world.
- Location: Arts Center at Iowa Western – Frank Fauble Theater – 2700 College Road, Council Bluffs, IA 51503
Apr 18-21st – Cirque Italia: Water Circus – Times Vary – $15-$55 Tickets
- Under the stunning White & Blue Big Top Tent climate controlled.
- Location: Westroads Mall – 10000 California St, Omaha, NE 68114
Apr 19th – Resilience: Film Screening & Discussion – 11:30am-1:30pm – FREE [REGISTER]
- Adversity in childhood has lifelong effects on health and behavior. Resilience: the Biology of Stress & the Science of Hope chronicles the use of brain science to disrupt cycles of violence, addiction and disease. Learn more about treatment and prevention of childhood toxic stress and what is happening right here in Lincoln. Space is limited, registration is required.
- Location: BraveBe Child Advocacy Center – 5025 Garland St, Lincoln,NE68504
Apr 19th – First Star Recycling Tour (Ages 8+) – 12:00-1:00pm – FREE [REGISTER]
- The tour will show the receiving area for residentially generated single stream recycling; sorting equipment; baling operations; inventory & storage for load accumulation; and shipping areas. We will also visit the shredding, cleaning, and lumber manufacturing equipment. While the tour shows equipment and processing operations, discussion will include waste stream impacts from recycling; need for materials to support a circular economy; and markets for materials we process.
- Location: First Star Recycling – 10330 I St, Omaha, NE 68127
Apr 19th – The 402 Ukulele Jam Night – 80’S Night – 7:00-8:00pm – FREE
- Location: 402 Lesson Studio – 16909 Lakeside Hills Plaza, STE 119, Omaha, NE, 68130
Apr 19th – Open House at the UNL Student Observatory – 8:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m – FREE
- See the stars, planets, and moon from UNL’s campus! Please note, the event might be canceled due to clouds and weather. Decision to cancel will be posted on the calendar by 3pm on Friday. Events will occur twice a month on Friday evenings. Lets hope for good weather! Directions: Take the elevator or stairs to the top floor. Observatory is the large dome and shed at the south-west corner of the parking garage.
- Location: UNL Student Observatory – 625 Stadium Dr., Lincoln, NE
Apr 20th – Free Day at the Parks! – 6:00am-10:30pm – FREE
- Have you been meaning to get out and enjoy the outdoors this year, but haven’t made time for it yet? Are you looking for a new spot to enjoy your favorite nature activities? Here’s your sign! Pottawattamie County Conservation parks offer that “get away from it all” feeling we all crave and truly have something for everyone. Treat yourself to an adventure and soak up all of the benefits that the natural world provides. Free park entry will be allowed at all Pottawattamie Conservation parks, see their site for park list and additional details.
- Location: All Pottawattamie Conservation Parks
Apr 20th – Arrowhead Trail Run (5k, 10k, 4 hour) – 8:00am – Registration Required
- 5k, 10k, and 4 Hour Enduro distance options on a 5k marked course through the trails and grounds of Arrowhead Park. 100% non-profit event supporting the Pottawattamie County Trails Association.
- Location: Arrowhead Park – 29357 310th St, Neola, IA
Apr 20th – Party for The Planet at The Zoo – 9:00am-3:00pm – Zoo Admission
- Celebrate Earth Day at the Zoo during Party for the Planet. As part of their senior capstone project, this year’s event is presented by the Zoo’s own Zoo Academy high school students! Each event element from logo design to day of activities is led by these passionate, conservation-loving students.
- Location: Omaha Zoo – 3701 S. 10th St., Omaha, NE
Apr 20th – VFW 2503 Spring Craft Show – 9:00am-3:00pm – FREE
- Annual VFW SPRING CRAFT SHOW!!! They have over 50+ crafters and vendors with lunch available for purchase from their women’s auxiliary as well as TONS of raffles and prizes. Come on out and support their veterans and vendors! ALWAYS FREE ADMISSION!!!
- Location: VFW Post 2503 – 8904 Military Rd, Omaha, NE
Apr 20,21,27 & 28th – Forever Young at Film Streams: The Prince of Egypt – 10:00am – $5/pp
- Join Film Streams starting April 6 through July 7 for the Forever Young Series every Saturday and Sunday at 10 AM at the Dundee Theater. Plus, join us for midweek screenings in the summer! Whether you’re a kid at heart or want to spend quality time with the little one in your life, Forever Young’s mix of beloved classics and heartwarming modern hits provides fun for everyone! And remember, tickets are only five dollars!
- Location: Dundee Theater – 4952 Dodge St, Omaha, NE 68132
Apr 20th – Lincoln Earth Day – 10:00am-2:00pm – FREE
- The Lincoln Earth Day Celebration is an annual celebration in Lincoln, Nebraska. The exciting community event has approximately 2,500 attendees annually and their Coalition wants you to join in the fun. There will be dozens of booths that all promote, educate, and celebrate environmental stewardship, green education, and sustainable living. Grab your friends, families and coworkers and join us for this year’s environmental education and family fun!
- Location: Nebraska Innovation Campus – 2021 Transformation Dr, Lincoln, NE 68508
Apr 20th – Big Play Saturday: The Bug Guy! – 11:00am-12:00pm – FREE
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Come and bug out over bugs with the Bug Guy! Spiders, scorpions, giant hissing cockroaches, butterflies, and more… kids will get to learn about them all, and maybe even hold a few (if you dare). It’s sure to be an exciting event!
- Location: Fat Brain Toys – 16909 Burke St, Omaha, NE 68118
Apr 20th – Music and Movement at Papillion Library – 11:00-11:30am – FREE
- Monthly series celebrating music. Go enjoy dancing and singing. This program is best suited for those 5 and under, but all ages are welcome! This program takes place in the Community Gym at Papillion Landing.
- Location: Digital Library at Papillion Landing – 1046 W Lincoln Street Papillion, NE 68046
Apr 20th – Earth Day at Mulhall’s – 11:00am-2:00pm
- Live music from local singer-songwriter Andre Vander Velde. Enjoy sandwiches and salads from Kitchen Table* and juices from The Grove Juicery. Plus, our friends Coneflower Creamery will be here with their farm-to-cone ice cream. Stop by and chat with each of our amazing community partners, The Nature Conservancy, Hillside Solutions, Heron Haven, Whispering Roots, and Keep Omaha Beautiful. And don’t forget to bring in your garden tools, mower blades, scissors, and even kitchen cutlery. While enjoy the festivities, Foster’s Sharpening Service will hone those blades and get them ready for another season.
- Location: Mulhall’s – 3615 N 120th Street, Omaha, NE
Apr 20-22nd – Fun with Fossils: Stomp Chomp Roar at Lauritzen Gardens – $9-$15
- From noon to 2 p.m., explore Stomp Chomp Roar’s fossil cart at Lauritzen Gardens and learn all about dinosaurs with Dinosaur Ranger Anthony and his friend Paleo. Then join us on the festival garden patio from 2 to 3 p.m. for an entertaining dinosaur show and prehistoric pep rally (weather permitting)! Included with paid garden admission, free for garden members.
- Location: Lauritzen Gardens – 100 Bancroft St, Omaha, NE 68108
Apr 20th – Youth Triathlon by Omaha Parks and Rec – 12:00-3:00pm – $20/child
- 7th Annual Youth Triathlon! Kids will have fun in this recreational backwards triathlon running, biking, and swimming! Register by April 5th, space is limited.
- Location: Walnut Grove Park – 15050 Q St, Omaha, NE 68137
Apr 20th – Earth Day Event at Habitat Restore: Composting with a Master Gardener – 1:00pm & 2:00pm – FREE
- Hear from Master Gardener, Debbie Brozanic, and learn about composting. She will be having two sessions on composting at our West ReStore.
- Location: Habitat Omaha West ReStore – 10910 Emmet St, Omaha, NE 68164
Apr 20th – The Weisenheimers at Omaha Community Playhouse – 7:30pm – $25/pp Tickets Required
- The hilarious Weisenheimers return to the Howard Drew stage for another unhinged night of improvised comedy. The award-winning Omaha originals will be bringing their smart, fast and unpredictable comedy back to the Omaha Community Playhouse for one night only! The Weisenheimers shows are totally unique and interactive, a perfect Saturday night!
- Location: Omaha Community Playhouse – 6915 Cass St, Omaha, NE 68132
Apr 20th-21st – Handmade Omaha Spring Art & Craft Bazaar – 10:00am-4:00pm (Fri), 12:00-4:00pm(Sun) – FREE
- Free admission and parking!
- Location: Bancroft Street Market – 2702 S 10th St, Omaha, NE
Apr 20th – Playful Garden Cart Planter Workshop – 10:00am-1:00pm – FREE
- Kick-off spring with your little builder as they create a garden cart planter. Kids can grow new skills and take home a fun garden project just in time to start some seeds!
- Location: Lowes Store Locations
Apr 20th – Earth Day at The C! – 10:00am-2:00pm – FREE
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Let’s embrace the spirit of sustainability and appreciation for our planet and gather for family-friendly outdoor activities, community village, food trucks, and prizes! Bring your family and friends for a day filled with environmentally conscious fun! Check out our community village to participate in outdoor activities and learn about environmental sustainability, horticulture, regenerative agriculture, wildlife, outdoor recreation, and more! Participate in fishing, archery, arts and crafts, and enjoy s’mores by the campfire.
- Location: Lake Cunningham Entrance 1 – Marina / 8965 State St., Omaha, NE 68122
Apr 20th – 1st Birthday CAKE OFF at Pause Coffee Shop – 12:00-2:00pm – Free to public, small entry fee for baking participants
- Whether you bake at home for fun, or you are a cottage baker in home kitchen, or you are a fully trained baker with a commercial kitchen to work in… THIS IS FOR YOU. $250 CASH PRIZE at stake. Final decision will be made by the voting PUBLIC. The cake samples are FREE to the public to taste/vote on
- Location: Pause Coffee Shop – 7515 Main St, Omaha, NE 68127
Apr 20th, 25th, 28th – A City Bus Visits Storytime – Times Vary – FREE
- Join OPL staff for a special City Nature Challenge storytime! We’ll read books about nature, sing songs, and learn how to identify plants and animals found in the wild. Explore the early literacy skills of singing, playing, reading, talking, and writing in each storytime.
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- 20th – Benson Branch – 6015 Binney St, Omaha, NE 68104
- 25th – Charles B Washington Branch – 2868 Ames Ave, Omaha, NE 68111
- 28th – Downtown Branch – 1401 Jones St, Omaha, NE 68102
Apr 21st – Spring Craft Show at Palace Event Center – 10:00am-3:00pm
- Spring Craft show! Support local vendors and makers with a day at The Palace.
- Location: Palace Event Center – 33153 Highway 92, Treynor, IA 51575
Apr 21st – Spring Kids Cookie Class – 12:00-1:30pm – $35/child
- Step into spring with this kids cookie class taught by B’s Treats! This class is for kids (7-12) who want to learn how to decorate cookies and have some fun! You will provided with 6 cookies, 5 frosting colors, and all the tools you need to decorate cookies. You get to take home all the cookies you decorate!
- Location: Bennington Community Conference Center – 11401 N 156th Street, Bennington, NE 68007
Apr 21st – Science Sunday with Nebraska SciFest: Seed bombs – 1:00-2:00pm – FREE
- Join the Nebraska Science Festival for Science Sundays from 1 to 2 PM in April at The RiverFront! This is a free, family friendly hour for you to learn about nature, animals, medicine, and more with hands-on science activities, while supplies last. This week’s theme: Seed bombs
- Location: The RiverFront Downtown
Apr 21st – Earth Day at The RiverFront – 1:00-2:00pm – FREE
- Visit The RiverFront for a celebration of Earth Day! Organizations from around the Omaha Community will be on hand to discuss their nature and sustainability practices. Step aboard the ORBT bus parked in Lewis & Clark Landing to learn more about their impact. Then at 2 PM, head over to Heartland of America Park for an afternoon movie in the park, featuring The Lorax, beginning at 3 PM.
- Location: The RiverFront Downtown
Apr 21st – Sunday Funday: Wildlife Encounters! – 1:00-2:30am – FREE
- The store is going to go wild! Friends from Wildlife Encounters will be there to introduce young explorers to some of the amazing wildlife. Come and learn all about them – where they’re from and how they live – and discover a new appreciation for nature
- Location: Fat Brain Toys – 16909 Burke St, Omaha, NE 68118
Apr 22nd & 27th – Design Studio: Animal Painted Mason Jars – 4:00-5:00pm (22nd), 3:00-4:00pm (27th) – FREE [REGISTER]
- Two chances to get crafty and show off your art skills in this monthly program for 9-12 year olds. New project each month! This month: Painted Mason Jars. Registration is required
- Location: Digital Library at Papillion Landing – 1046 W Lincoln Street Papillion, NE 68046
Apr 23rd – Toddler Tuesday: Stormy Weather with Miss Tina! – 10:30-11:30am – FREE
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Minor meteorologists are invited to stop by our store for a special weather-themed storytime with our good friend Miss Tina! Then, they’ll get to stretch their muscles with some weather-themed yoga and stretch their brains with a cute craft activity. Whatever the forecast, they’re sure to have fun!
- Location: Fat Brain Toys – 16909 Burke St, Omaha, NE 68118
Apr 24th – Out & About Storytime: Dundee Community Gardens – 10:00-10:30am – FREE
- Join OPL staff at different parks and places for storytime, featuring stories, creative movement, music and more. Storytime is geared toward preschoolers, but all ages are welcome. Rain or shine, we’ll be there!
- Location: Dundee Community Gardens – 4902 Underwood Ave, Omaha, NE 68132
Apr 24th – Macaroni & ABCs: Meet a Real Flutist – 10:30am-11:00am – FREE
- Meet Omaha Symphony flutist Kasumi Leonard as she shows us the music a flute can make during a lively reading of Chickadee, Criminal Mastermind by Monica Silvie. This program is most appropriate for kids ages 5 and under with an adult companion.
- Location: Council Bluffs Public Library – 400 Willow Ave., Council Bluffs, IA 51503
Apr 24th – Little Lab – 11:00am-11:45am – FREE
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Littles Lab, where young minds ignite with wonder and discovery! Every Wednesday filled with pure excitement as we delve into the fascinating world of vibrations. In our vibrant, colorful Active Learning Lab, children aged 3 to 5 become budding scientists, exploring the magic of vibrations through interactive experiments and hands-on creation activities.
- Location: Do Space, 5111 North 90th Street, Omaha, NE
Apr 24th – Science Trivia at Legend Comics and Coffee – 7:00-9:00 p.m.
- Grab your thinking caps and join Dave and Champ for a wonderful night of science trivia on Wednesday, April 24 from 7pm-9pm at Legend Comics and Coffee. Categories include: Super Science, Weird Science, Silly Science and Social Science.
- Location: Legend Comics and Coffee – 6068 Maple St, Omaha, NE 68104
Apr 24-27th – Do Good Days
- It’s time to put the “do” in doing good. Join thousands of volunteers across the greater Omaha metro as we celebrate National Volunteer Week with SHARE Omaha’s Do Good Days from April 24-27.
- Use SHAREomaha.org to connect to volunteering opportunities that fit your passions, schedule, skills and more.
Apr 25th – Kennedy STEAM Night – 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. – FREE
- Kennedy Elementary School is hosting a STEAM Night on Thursday, April 25, from 5:30-7pm featuring Robotics, Rockets, Hovercrafts, Fire Truck, Urban Gardening, 3D Pens, Water Science, Laser Cutting and more! Come and enjoy awesome opportunities in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics. Food, Fun and Family time for ALL.
- Location: Howard Kennedy Elementary School – 2906 N 30th St, Omaha, NE 68111
Apr 26th – Arbor Day TREE Giveaway – 9:00am-5:00pm – $9-$15
- Celebrate Arbor Day at Lauritzen Gardens by taking a walk through the arboretum or the woodland walk. The first 100 households will receive a FREE tree seedling.
- Location: Lauritzen Gardens – 100 Bancroft St, Omaha, NE 68108
Apr 26th – Arbor Day Celebration – 1:00-2:00pm – FREE
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Go learn more about planting and caring for trees while honoring Arbor Day, a national holiday that originated in Nebraska. Enjoy a story followed by a special introduction and tree planting near the parking lot. Afterwards, take home free saplings for children while supplies last.
- Location: Val Verde Park – 9807 Centennial Rd, La Vista, NE 68128
Apr 26th – Early Out Movie Day – 2:00-4:30pm – FREE
- movie day in the library every other Fridays at 2 PM. Bring your after-school snacks and some friends, and we’ll bring the flicks
- Location: Baright Public Library – 5555 S 77th St, Omaha, NE 68127
Apr 27th – NE SciFest Public Expo – 9:00am-12:00pm – FREE [Reserve a spot]
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Join us at the 2024 Public Science Expo for fun and engaging hands-on learning opportunities for everyone. The free public expo on April 27 at The Durham Museum will be held from 9am to noon. Free admission, though tickets are required.
- Location: Durham Museum – 801 S 10th St, Omaha, NE 68108
Apr 27th – PHVFD Auxiliary Spring Craft Fair – 9:00am-3:00pm – FREE
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Join them for their craft boutique and take a look at what their vendors have to offer. They will have a large variety of things to see and for you to purchase from their vendors. They will also, be having a bake sale going on. Admission is FREE to the public.
- Location: Ponca Hills Volunteer Fire Department – 12919 Ponca Rd, Omaha, NE
April 27th – Science of Ice Cream and Dry Ice – 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. – FREE [REGISTER RSVP to [email protected]]
- eCreamery staff will conduct an informative presentation on the “Science of Ice Cream and Dry Ice.” Students will be given a small tour of the facility, a lesson on how ice cream is made, a brief history of ice cream, and the differences in density and composition between gelato, sorbet and ice cream. During the dry ice presentation, discover the chemistry of dry ice and explain density and dissipation.
- For children ages 12 and younger. RSVP to [email protected].
- Location: eCreamery Ice Cream & Gelato – 5001 Underwood Ave., Omaha, NE.
Apr 27th – Metropolitan Community College Science Day – 11:00am-3:00pm – FREE
- Stop by Metropolitan Community College (Nebraska) South Omaha Campus, Mahoney building, on April 27 from 11am until 3pm, for hands-on activities, which encompass a variety of science disciplines including physics, chemistry and biology. This event is free and open to all!
- Location: Metropolitan Community College – 2909 Edward Babe Gomez Ave, Omaha, NE 68107
Apr 27th – Doggy Barket 2024 – 11:00am – FREE
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The Doggy Barket is a farmers market for your dog! From 11am-2pm, there will be 30+ local dog-related vendors, music, food trucks, and fun for all! Parking will be available in Midtown Crossing.
- Location: Dewey Park – 508 Turner Blvd, Omaha, NE 68105
Apr 27th – Earth Day Omaha 2024 – 11:00am-6:00pm – FREE
- One of America’s oldest, continually running environmental events, Earth Day Omaha will celebrate its 35th consecutive year on Saturday, April 27th, 2024. This year’s event will build on a long history of success as the region’s premier environmental event, reaching a local consumer base most interested in the environment and sustainability. Hosted in the center of the city at Elmwood Park, the event is free to the public and provides entertainment for all ages. Earth Day Omaha is a longstanding spring tradition featuring over 100 green exhibitors, a multitude of family-friendly activities, hands-on demonstrations, educational displays, food & drink, and live music from top local bands.
- Location: Elmwood Park – 808 S 60th St, Omaha, NE 68106
Apr 27th – T&T Food Truck Rally 2024 – 11:00am-9:00pm – FREE
- It’s Time to Kick of 2024 Food Truck Season with T&T’s Annual Food Truck Rally. Raffles, Yard Games, Drink Specials & Tap Take Over with Heavy Brewing. Live Music with The Day Traders at 6pm.
- Location: T&T: Trucks & Taps Patio – 5402 S 108th St, Omaha, NE 68137
Apr 27th – Diamond Dot Poster – 2:00pm-4:00pm – FREE
- Stick sparkly plastic dots onto a large canvas to create a unique work of art! This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last.
- Location: Council Bluffs Public Library – 400 Willow Ave., Council Bluffs, IA 51503
April 27th – NE SciFest Star Party at Branched Oak Observatory – 9:00pm-Midnight – FREE
- This FREE event is for all lovers of space science and astronomy. On Saturday, April 27th, Branched Oak Observatory will open its doors and train its telescopes to the skies between the hours of 9PM and Midnight to explore the wonders of the night sky through a variety of telescopes. See the Beehive Open Cluster, the Hercules Globular Cluster, the Cigar Galaxy, the Crab Nebula and so much more!
- Location: Branch Oak Observatory – 14300 NW 98th St., Raymond, NE
