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PLEASE NOTE: Many events require pre-registration, have limited capacity, or offer timed slots. As things continue to change during this time, it is highly recommended to verify details, closures, cancelations, hours of operation, and any requirements or procedures for guests before visiting. Thank You!
Best Things to Do in February in Omaha
Runza Temperature Tuesdays – Tuesdays in January and February
- Each Tuesday in January and February, the temperature at 6 a.m. is the price of an Original Runza® Sandwich with purchase of a medium Fry and Medium Drink! Additions and substitutions are extra.
Kids Funfare – TBA 2023
- The 2022 Winter Kids Funfare is every Thursday
- Location: Regency Court Omaha, 120 Regency Pkwy., Omaha, NE.
Kids Dream Winter Film Series at Marcus Theatres – Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, January 13 – April 2
- See family-friendly movies on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. Admission is only $3, (or find out how you can get FREE tickets here!)
Frosty February Hike – Feb. 4 (10 a.m. – 12, p.m.), FREE [RSVP online]
- Explore all the trails at Hummel with guided Nature Hikes starting with the easiest and moving to the advanced trails. Crafts and hot cocoa will be available in the Nature Center. All ages welcome.
- Location: Hummel Nature Center, 3033 Hummel Park Rd., Omaha, NE.
Celebrate Lunar New Year at Omaha Children’s Museum – TBA 2023
- Feb. 1 – 5: Celebrate the Lunar New Year this week! Make crab rangoon in Kitchen ABCs and enjoy hands-on activities inspired by the holiday.
- Feb. 5 (10 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.): In addition to daily activities, Saturday will feature performances and more activities, including the Lion Dance Troupe and a volunteer from Omaha Sister Cities writing names for guests in script.
- Location: 500 S. 20th St., Omaha, NE.
A Generation of Hope: Indigenous Peoples of the Heartland – January 28 – September 3, 2023
Omaha Children’s Museum is proud to present a brand new, original exhibit: A Generation of Hope: Indigenous Peoples of the Heartland, a collaborative effort between Omaha Children’s Museum and the local Indigenous community.
A Generation of Hope: Indigenous Peoples of the Heartland is a celebration of the people who have called this region home for thousands of years. Learn about their culture and traditions throughout this interactive exhibit. Climb the Bur Oak Tree, visit a school, learn about the importance of storytelling and the significance of the winter count to that tradition, then create your own winter count. Explore traditional housing and imagine life in an earth lodge, tipi, and much more!
Celebrate Black History Month at Omaha Children’s Museum – February 2023, Included with regular admission
- Enjoy special story times, games, and activities from February 8 through February 27.
- Location: 500 S. 20th St., Omaha, NE.
Descendants of DeWitty Exhibit – February 4th – May 28, 10:00am – 4:00pm
The Durham Museum will open Descendants of DeWitty this Saturday, February 4
This 27-photo exhibition shares the history of the people of DeWitty, later known as Audacious, the largest and longest-lasting African American settlement in Nebraska. The images highlight residents and everyday life in the settlement, which was located in Cherry County from 1907 to 1936. The settlers, including former slaves who had fled to Canada before the Civil War and their descendants, began to arrive in 1906-07, attracted by the 1904 Kinkaid Act’s offer of 640 acres of free land in the Sandhills. The traveling exhibit is on loan from the Descendants of DeWitty, NE organization.
Kid Coders: Virtual Pet Design – Tuesdays in February ( 7, 14, 21, 28) 5:00 – 5: 45 pm (REGISTER)
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Do Space holds a monthly program to teach your kids how to get to know coding language.
For this month of Kid Coders, your kids will be designing their very own customizable, interactive pets. With the help of the beginner-friendly Scratch coding language, they’ll be exploring the basics of several coding concepts, learning simple logic design, and having some fun!
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This is an in-building, registered program. Here’s what you need to know to attend:
- This program is for children between the ages of 6-12.
- A parent/guardian is required to accompany child/ren during class.
- One registration per child. Please use the child’s name when registering.
- Curriculum Page
Above and Beyond Exhibit @ SAC Aerospace Museum – Open 9am-5pm Daily!
(Excluding major holidays and programming days)
Superhero Saturdays at The Durham Museum – Saturdays in February, 10AM-Noon
- Grab your cape and flash down to The Durham Museum every Saturday in February (4, 11, 18, 25) for Superhero Saturdays! Enjoy meet-and-greets with costumed superheroes while practicing your heroic skills, and be sure to check out our featured exhibit, Hall of Heroes. Adults and children in costume receive a special prize each week (while supplies last).
Board Game Day @ Omaha Public Library – Saturday, February 11, 2023 (1:00-3:00 pm)
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Come play board games with us. If you love board games but can’t always convince your friends and family to play, join us at playing some classic board games like Scrabble, Checkers, Chess. Uno, Sorry and more.
We supply the games, you supply the strategy. Snacks and drink will be provide!
Art Adventures Visits Storytime– Monday, February 13th (10:00 – 11:30 a.m.)
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Instructors from the Joslyn Art Museum will visit the Charles B. Washington 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.
Registration is not required, but attendance is limited to the first 30 people (adults and kids) who come.
Lowe’s DIY Kids Workshop – Feb 11 10:00 am, FREE [REGISTER]
- Kids with their parent’s help can build a Swan Letter Holder kit.
- Registration closes on Feb 10th
- Register at your favorite location here, as space is limited.
E.T. Mahoney State Park Valentine’s Special – ADULTS ONLY, Feb 10 – 14
Reserve a select cabin or lodge room February 10-14, 2023 (Friday – Tuesday) and add on a special $55 Valentine’s Package to your reservation.
Valentine’s Package includes:
• Embroidered blanket
• Choice of sparkling juice or wine
• 2 wine glasses
• Baker’s chocolates
• Specialty popcorn
• Raffle tickets for prizes
• Tickets to Friday/Saturday activities
• 2023 Nebraskaland Calendar
Click on the link for all the details.
Chase and Bluey’s Paw-some Family Fun Weekend – Feb. 17 – 19, Included with regular admission
- This episode of Bluey is called “OCM’s PAW-some Weekend”. Zoom on in to snap a photo with Chase and Bluey this Family Fun Weekend. In addition to a photo op, you will be able to make your own pup badge, play Keepy-Uppy, make your own Bob Bilby puppet, and get creative with Rocky’s Recycling Challenge!
- Activities are included with regular museum admission.
- Location: 500 S. 20th St., Omaha, NE.
Do Space at Fontenelle Forest – February 18 (10 a.m. – 2 p.m.), FREE
- Program Fee: Free, drop-in program open to the public (no pre-registration necessary)
- On February 18th, Do Space will be on-site at Fontenelle Forest, bringing several tech stations that feature a nature twist. Attendees are also granted day access to all of Fontenelle Forest Nature Center (including trails) for the day.
- Ages: Event stations are geared towards ages 5+. All minors must be accompanied by an adult. Additional activities for parents to do with younger children will be available.
- Location: Fontenelle Forest Nature Center, 1111 Bellevue Blvd North, Bellevue, NE.
Aviation Stem Day – Feb 18 (11:00 am – 3:00 pm) (REGISTER)
- Aviation steamAHA’s inaugural winter expo. For kids and young adults featuring sailplanes (gliders), the 99’s women in aviation group, experimental aircraft construction, paper airplane building, and more.
- Location: Oak View Mall, 3001 S 144th Ave, Omaha.
- Register here
S.T.E.A.M. Cave @ Omaha Children’s Museum
- The S.T.E.A.M. Cave features four exhibits and a learning space all centered on introducing science, technology, engineering, art and math (or S.T.E.A.M.) concepts to children. The S.T.E.A.M. Cave’s hands-on science learning lab is the home to S.T.E.A.M. Power programming as well as a new program created in partnership with NASA.
- The S.T.E.A.M. Cave exhibits will introduce children to inventors, scientists and engineers who work or have worked in S.T.E.A.M. fields. Art and literature components are integrated into the exhibits, as well; for instance, the Giga Guitar Table shows how music mixes science and art. A few of the other exhibits include Glowworm Cavern, exploring bioluminescence, and Grace Hopper’s Brain, a space to explore electricity and conductivity.
Start Signing up for Summer Camp
- Browse our 2022 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.
Go Ice Skating
- Enjoy several indoor and outdoor options for Ice Skating in the Omaha Area!
Go Sledding at Mahoney State Park
- Looking for a FUN activity this Winter? They have a snow machine, too!
Discover the Best Donut
- Visit a variety of local donut shops this season!
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!
Go on a Romantic 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!
Rent a Nearby Cabin
- Are you looking for the perfect cabin to rent within 3 hours of Omaha? Choose from many cabin rentals near Omaha that offer a variety of activities, family-friendly amenities, and a chance to enjoy the great outdoors!
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.
Explore the Winter Fun Guide
- Sledding, snowshoeing, indoor activities – Explore the Winter Fun Guide for Family-Friendly Things to Do in Omaha this Winter!
