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The Little Mermaid™ in Concert

Holland Performing Arts Center 1200 Douglas St, Omaha, NE, United States

Experience 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.

$20 – $93

SAC Museum Exhibit – Mission: Astronaut

Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum 28210 W Park Hwy, Ashland, NE, United States

Welcome 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!

Pete the Cat: The Musical

The Rose Theater 2001 Farnam Street, Omaha

For 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!

$20

Escape to Margaritaville

Hawks Mainstage Theatre 6915 Cass St, Omaha, NE

Welcome 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)!

$25 – $55

Young Playwrights Festival: A Rose Teens ‘N’ Theater Production

The Rose Theater 2001 Farnam Street, Omaha

The 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.

$10 – $15
Event Series Lauritzen Gardens Exhibit: Nature Connects Made with LEGO Bricks

Lauritzen Gardens Exhibit: Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects® with Lego Bricks

Lauritzen Gardens 100 Bancroft Street, Omaha, NE

BUILD 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.

Event Series Durham Exhibit: Antarctic Dinosaurs

Durham Exhibit: Antarctic Dinosaurs

The Durham Museum 801 South 10th Street, Omaha, NE, United States

Embark 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

May Day Baskets

La Vista Library 9110 Giles Rd, La Vista, NE

Ages 0-12. Stop by the library after school to make a May Day basket! Leave it on the doorstep of someone you care about on your way home.

Free
Event Series Spark Your Story

Spark Your Story

Charles B. Washington Branch 2868 Ames Avenue, Omaha, NE, United States

Join 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.

Free

Ralston Wine Walk

Historic Downtown Ralston Ralston, NE

Ralston 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.

$25 – $30
Event Series Curtains

Curtains

Chanticleer Community Theater 1001 S 6th St, Council Bluffs, IA, United States

It’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.

$20 – $30
Event Series Spring Junkstock

Spring Junkstock

Junkstock 1150 River Road Dr, Waterloo, NE, United States

Discover 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.

American Mariachi

Omaha Community Playhouse 6915 Cass Street, Omaha, NE, United States

Lucha 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.

$40

Pre-School Flower Craft

La Vista Library 9110 Giles Rd, La Vista, NE

This craft recommended for ages 0 to 6. Your little one will love the brightly colored flower that you can help them make. While supplies last. Stop by between 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. for this activity.

Free

Star Wars Storytime and Craft

The Learning Express Omaha 120 Regency Pkwy, Omaha, NE

May the 4th be with you!! Come join us as we read to you "Goodnight Darth Vader" followed by a pool noodle Light Saber craft. The kids will have a blast trying to keep their Storm Trooper balloons a float with their DIY Light Sabers! It's a FREE event!

Free

BFF Summer Artist Market

The FIRST of FIVE MONTHS OF SUMMER ARTIST MARKET FUN is HERE — and the Benson Creative District is blooming with creativity, connection, and live energy! From art markets and gallery shows to open studios and street music, there’s something for everyone this First Friday. NORTH MARKET – Military Ave (between Maple & Binney). SOUTH MARKET – 62nd St (between Maple & Miami)

Free Comic Book Day

Join in the fun as comic book stores and Libraries across Omaha celebrate Free Comic Book Day! Stop by participating locations to pick up free comics from top publishers and discover new stories, characters, and creators. Many shops will also feature special events like artist signings, cosplay, giveaways, and family-friendly activities.

Home Depot Kids Workshop: Birdy Buffet

Home Depot Stores Home Depot Stores, Omaha, NE, United States

Join the first Saturday of each month between 9 am – 12 pm for free in-person Kids Workshops. While supplies last.

Free

Superhero Training at OPL Downtown, Florence, Sorensen

Join OPL for a super adventure featuring superheroes and villains in honor of Free Comic Book Day! Come enjoy fun crafts and hands-on activities inspired by your favorite superheroes! Costumes are encouraged but not required.
Don’t forget to pick up a free comic book while supplies last!

Event Series Forever Young Film Series

Forever Young Film Series: Stuart Little

Film Streams Dundee Theater 4952 Dodge Street, Omaha, NE

Join the fun when the Little family adopts an adorably spunky boy named Stuart (Michael J. Fox), who looks a lot like a mouse. Mr. and Mrs. Little (Hugh Laurie and Geena Davis) fall in love with Stuart right away, but their older son, George (Jonathan Lipnicki), isn’t so sure. As Stuart tries to win over his new brother with hilarious feats of courage and daring, the family’s cat, Snowbell (Nathan Lane), gets involved with a gang of shady felines who devise a dastardly plan to get Stuart out of the house…permanently!

$5

Urban Sketching Workshop with Hot Shops

Gene Leahy Mall 14th & Farnam, Omaha, NE, United States

Learn to draw on location with pen, water brush & watercolor pencils. No skill required, we cherish all individual styles - children and adults! Storytelling of our surroundings, the drawings are a record of time & place. Urban Sketching is a fun and social way to connect with other sketchers of all ages and abilities; no wonder it has become a global movement! Visit the Canopies at Gene Leahy Mall.

Free

30+ Local Pop-up Shops & Adopt a Rescue

Shadow Lake Towne Center 7775 Olson Drive, Papillion, NE, United States

Join for the 2nd Pop-Up Shop & Animal Rescue event! This is an outdoor event. 7902 Towne Center Parkway. Vendors will be located along the streets in the middle of the mall. Adoptable dogs and cats will be in the amphitheater. Vendors will be selling everything from clothing to pet products!

Out & About Storytime: The Joslyn

The Joslyn 2200 Dodge St, Omaha, NE

Join 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.

Free

Science of Superheroes: The Origins and Power of Superman

Benson Branch 6015 Binney Street, Omaha, NE, United States

Join OPL and Dan Claes, professor of physics and astronomy at UNL, for a presentation on the science of superheroes. In this discussion, we will be featuring the origins and powers of Superman as part of a celebration of Free Comic Book Day. Don’t forget to grab your free comic book while supplies last. This program is for adults 19+.

Over/Under Omaha: A Community Weaving Project

Heartland of America Park 800 Douglas St, Omaha, NE, United States

Over / Under is a series of free outdoor community weaving sessions held at nontraditional arts sites in Omaha, Nebraska, using found, foraged, and repurposed materials. Visit the Picnic Terrace in Heartland of America Park to begin your weaving journey!

Free

Fandom Party: Percy Jackson

W. Clarke Swanson Branch 9101 W. Dodge Rd., Omaha, NE, United States

Calling 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.

Free [REGISTER]

Kamishibai: Japanese Paper Theater

Bess Johnson Elkhorn Branch 2100 Reading Plaza, Elkhorn, NE, United States

Join OPL as we celebrate children around the world for DIA. We’ll take a look at the children and the culture of Japan with kamishibai, Japanese paper theater. This traditional method of Japanese storytelling combines beautiful illustrations with dramatic narration. A representative of the Japan Outreach Initiative will present kamishibai, answer questions, and tell us a little about children in Japan. Registration Required

Free [REGISTER]

Comic Book Workshop

Saddlebrook Library 14850 Laurel Ave, Omaha, NE, United States

Join local author and illustrator Caitlin Cass as they guide participants in creating their own comic. All materials will be provided at no cost. This program is for tweens and teens ages 10-18. Registration is required and opens April 1. To register, call 402-444-5780.

Free [REGISTER]

Genealogy of Superheroes

Genealogy & Local History Room 3020 S. 84th St., Omaha, NE

Join OPL for a genealogy program laser focused on superheroes. Learn more about the family history of some of your favorite superheroes, discover your superhero name, identify your superhero persona, and gain skills to start your own genealogy research. Celebrate Free Comic Book Day with us and don't forget to grab your free comic book while supplies last. Registration is required and opens April 15. All materials are free and provided while supplies last.

Free [REGISTER]

Derby Day 2025

Venues at The Granary 5555 Granary Plaza Suite 101, Ralston, NE, United States

Experience 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!

$30 [REGISTER]

Kids Night Out – Cinco de Rhino

Omaha Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium 3701 S. 10th Street, Omaha, NE, United States

Get ready for a WILD night! While parents enjoy a well-deserved date night, kids ages 5 - 12 years 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!

$50 [REGISTER]
Event Series Saturdays @ Stinson Concert Series 2025

Stinson Park Concert Series: The Personics

Stinson Park 2285 S. 67th St, Omaha, NE, United States

Kick off the 2025 Stinson Concert Series at Aksarben Village with The Personics. There will be food and drink vendors, face painters, balloon artists, and playground equipment for kids to enjoy. Feel free to bring chairs, blankets, and coolers for the concerts. Please use koozies for your cans and plastic cups for other drinks, as glass is prohibited. Also, please refrain from bringing tents, canopies, or staking anything into the ground. Most importantly, have fun and enjoy your time in Stinson Park!  Aksarben Village is always buzzing with something fun to do!

Free

Lincoln Marathon

Lincoln, NE Lincoln, NE, United States

Join 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.

High Tea Omaha’s Mother’s Day Tea

Le Voltaire French Restaurant 569 N 155 Plaza, Omaha, NE

Treat Mom (or yourself!) to an afternoon of blooms, bites, and beautiful memories. Join for High Tea Omaha's Mother's Day Tea. Sunday May 4th 4:00-6:00. Celebrate the women who raised us with a little charm, a little china, and a whole lot of love.

Cinco De Mayo Storytime & Craft

The Learning Express Omaha 120 Regency Pkwy, Omaha, NE

celebration of Cinco De Mayo!! Hear about the adventures of Cinco De Mouse-O as he tries to escape Cat at the Cinco De Mayo Fiesta! Then make your very own Maracas so you can sing and dance all day!! This is a FREE, all ages event!

Free

Fire Safety Storytime

Saddlebrook Library 14850 Laurel Ave, Omaha, NE, United States

Experience 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!

Free

Toddler Tuesday: Amazing Athletes

Fat Brain Toys 16909 Burke St, Omaha, NE, United States

Get fit with fun as the Amazing Athletes guide you through a variety of active activities. Then, nurture your muscles and your mind with a healthy snack and a fun craft activity!

Free

Skeletons on the Screen: Dr. Katie East

Bess Johnson Elkhorn Branch 2100 Reading Plaza, Elkhorn, NE, United States

Join Dr. Katie East for an entertaining look into forensic anthropology on the screen to learn what forensic anthropologists actually do. Compare television, movies and real life. It may be entertaining when pop culture gets forensic anthropology wrong, but the consequences are more real than you think. This is a free event for teens aged 13-19

Free

Hamilton

Orpheum Theater 409 S. 16th Street, Omaha, NE, United States

HAMILTON 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.

Pre-K Play: Balloon Party

La Vista Community Center 8116 Park View Blvd, La Vista, NE, United States

Meet Ms. Rachel at the La Vista Community Center for Pre-K Play! She visits them once a month for a special activity. In May they will be having a balloon party. This activity is only for toddlers ages 0 to 4.

Free

Out & About Storytime: Gene Leahy Mall

Gene Leahy Mall 14th & Farnam, Omaha, NE, United States

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! They will be under the big white pavilion.

Free

Sip Nebraska

Mahoney State Park 28500 West Park Hwy, Ashland, NE, United States

Every 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.

Mother’s Day Craft at The Learning Express

The Learning Express Omaha 120 Regency Pkwy, Omaha, NE

Nothing melts a mothers heart more than a hand-made gift from their littles!! Let's show how much they mean to us with a hand print apron!!  It's a FREE all ages event. First come, first serve while supplies last

Free

Toast Nebraska Wine Festival

Stinson Park 2285 S. 67th St, Omaha, NE, United States

Ages 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!

The Laugh Crafters – Family Friendly Improv

Blackstone Theater 3624 Farnam St, Omaha, NE

A hilarious group of Big Canvas improvisers brings short-form improv for the whole family to the Blackstone district every 2nd Friday. Each show is a new adventure you don’t want to miss!

$10

Renaissance Festival of Nebraska 2025

Bellevue Berry Farm and Pumpkin Ranch 11001 South 48th Street, Papillion, NE, United States

Grab a turkey leg and step back in time when royalty ruled and knights really were in shining armor. Full contact equestrian jousting, six unique performance stages featuring local, regional, and national talent, over a hundred costumed characters, and many one-of-a-kind artisans await you at this majestic festival. May 10-11: Courts and Clans. May 17-18: Legends and Lore

Celebrate CB 2025: CB ERAS

Bayliss Park 6th Street and 1st Avenue, Council Bluffs, IA, United States

Pancake Man, Parade at 10:30, Free Activities in the Park from 11:30-2:00. Week Long Scavenger hunt.

Mother’s Day Market at Regency Shopping Center

Regency 120 Regency Parkway, Omaha, NE, United States

Shop Regency retailers and local pop-up vendors, win giveaways, enjoy a free photo booth, experience a free workout class, register for a cake decorating class, and more! Celebrate Mother’s Day weekend at the Mother’s Day Market at Regency Shopping Center on Saturday, May 10th.

Free

Mommy & Me Bath Bomb Making

Storm Bath & Beauty 14455 W Center Rd, Omaha, NE

Celebrate Mother's Day with Mommy & Me Bath Bomb Making! 1 adult, 1 child can join us for bath bomb making for $30. Each additional child is a $10 add- on. Event is from 11am-5pm. No reservations needed

Mom’s Day Out at Lakeside Plaza

Lakeside Plaza 173rd & West Center Road, Omaha, NE, United States

Celebrate Mom in style at Lakeside Plaza’s Mom’s Day Out – a special Mother’s Day event just for her! Treat the amazing moms in your life to an afternoon of fun, surprises, and well-deserved pampering. Bring the family, enjoy the atmosphere, and make memories together. Don’t miss out on this feel-good celebration – let’s make this Mother’s Day one to remember!

World Collage Day

Genealogy & Local History Room 3020 S. 84th St., Omaha, NE

Celebrate World Collage Day with us! Join in and get inspired by four different collage mini workshops led by Omaha-based artists. Each activity will not only encourage you to use your hands to create something new, but will also invite you to examine your own family and explore local history. 

Free [REGISTER]

Over/Under Omaha: A Community Weaving Project

Heartland of America Park 800 Douglas St, Omaha, NE, United States

Over / Under is a series of free outdoor community weaving sessions held at nontraditional arts sites in Omaha, Nebraska, using found, foraged, and repurposed materials. Visit the Picnic Terrace in Heartland of America Park to begin your weaving journey!

Free

Kamishibai: Japanese Paper Theater

Milton R. Abrahams Branch 5111 N 90th St, Omaha, NE, United States

Join OPL as we celebrate children around the world for DIA. We’ll take a look at the children and the culture of Japan with kamishibai, Japanese paper theater. This traditional method of Japanese storytelling combines beautiful illustrations with dramatic narration. A representative of the Japan Outreach Initiative will present kamishibai, answer questions, and tell us a little about children in Japan.

Free

Mother’s Day Sip & Shop

T&T: Trucks & Taps, Patio 5402 S 108th St, Omaha, NE

Whether you’re shopping for a mother figure in your life, looking for something to do with one, or just want to come grab a drink and shop; stop by & join the fun! They’ll have 15+ unique local businesses to shop from in the green space along with live music! A delicious food truck line up will be present during the event 

Mother’s Day Petals & Play

Playful Pines 7051 S 181st, Omaha, NE

Come celebrate Mother’s Day with us! We are hosting an unforgettable play day on Mother’s Day full of love and laughter! Included is Muffin Bar, Flower bouquet making, Photo opportunities, additional crafting for gifts. $25 per child.

$25

Mother’s Day Brunch Bingo

Smash Park La Vista 8121 S 125th St, La Vista, NE

This Mother's Day, treat the MVP of your life to a morning of mimosas, laughs, and a little friendly competition. They’ll have the brunch & the bingo. You bring the mom.

Mother’s Day Toddler Dance Party!

T&T: Trucks & Taps, Patio 5402 S 108th St, Omaha, NE

Hello moms, dads, grandparents, and other caretakers! Are you always looking for a fun free activity for your kids on the weekends like me!? Do your kids like to dance?? Well, join us on Sunday, May 11th for a special MOTHER'S DAY EDITION of our Toddler Dance Party! (all ages of kids/adults are welcome, "toddler dance party" just has a nice ring to it)

Free

Mother’s Day High Tea at Kimpton Cottonwood

Kimpton Cottonwood Hotel 302 S 36th St, Omaha, NE

Treat the special women in your life to an elegant Mother’s Day High Tea at The Kimpton Cottonwood Hotel. Indulge in a delightful selection of handcrafted tea sandwiches, fresh-baked pastries, and decadent desserts, all paired with local Omaha teas.

Make Sand Art Bottles

The Learning Express Omaha 120 Regency Pkwy, Omaha, NE

Hair up!!  Are you ready to let your creativity run wild? Make your own sand art bottle that looks like a troll! Let's make colorful and quirky masterpieces together!   It's a FREE all ages event. First come, first serve while supplies last

Free

Intro to Wildlife Rehab & the Story of the Cake Bandit

Gretna Public Library 736 South St, Gretna, NE

In this family-friendly presentation we will learn about the resources Nebraska Wildlife Rehab provides to our local wildlife, how it pertains to individual patients such as Gretna's own Cake Bandit Opossum, and what we can all do as a network to aid our nature neighbors. While no opossums will be present, there will be chocolate cake.

Free

Young Writers Group

Gretna Public Library 736 South St, Gretna, NE

Join a group of writers to work on drafts, partake in challenges, and share what you like. Grades 6-12

Free

Toddler Tuesday: Gardening

Fat Brain Toys 16909 Burke St, Omaha, NE, United States

Let's dig into the joy of gardening! Miss Tina will start with some fun garden-themed stories before guiding little ones through an exciting craft activity. Young minds are sure to grow and bloom!

Free

Out & About Storytime: Lauritzen Gardens

Lauritzen Gardens 100 Bancroft Street, Omaha, NE

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.

Free

Talk and Tote – Debut Authors

Milton R. Abrahams Branch 5111 N 90th St, Omaha, NE, United States

Are 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

Free [REGISTER]

Minecraft ISPY Sensory Bottles

The Learning Express Omaha 120 Regency Pkwy, Omaha, NE

Get ready to craft, explore, and survive in a whole new way!! Join for a block-busting sensory bottle event that will transport you into a pixelated world of sensory!! Explore the textures of creeper-green rice, Magnetic Brick Blocks, bouncy rubber game controllers, Steve's mining ax, and much more!! Can you spy with your little eye 5 cool objects from the game?!

Free
Event Series Family Night at The Union

Family Night at The Union

The Union for Contemporary Art 2423 North 24th St, Omaha, NE

Families 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.

Free

Making a Scene – Family Friendly Improv

Blackstone Theater 3624 Farnam St, Omaha, NE

A hilarious group of Big Canvas improvisers brings short-form improv for the whole family to the Blackstone district every 3rd Friday. Each show is a new adventure you don’t want to miss!

$10

Free Fishing & Park Entry Day 2025

Visit a state park for Free Fishing and Park Entry Day on May 17th! Enjoy a Saturday of fishing or state park activities without the need to purchase a fishing or park entry permit for the day.

Free

Renaissance Festival of Nebraska 2025

Bellevue Berry Farm and Pumpkin Ranch 11001 South 48th Street, Papillion, NE, United States

Grab a turkey leg and step back in time when royalty ruled and knights really were in shining armor. Full contact equestrian jousting, six unique performance stages featuring local, regional, and national talent, over a hundred costumed characters, and many one-of-a-kind artisans await you at this majestic festival. May 17-18: Legends and Lore

Bob Bruner Memorial Fishing Derby at Fremont Lakes SRA

Fremont State Recreation Area 4349 W State Lakes Rd, Fremont, NE, United States

The Bob Bruner Memorial Fishing Derby at Fremont Lakes SRA for fun, food and fishing! Local radio stations, volunteers and civic groups will be on hand to provide food, prizes, as well as loaner fishing tackle, bait and instruction.

Free

Schramm Park SRA: A Day to Play

Schramm Park SRA 21502 W. Highway 31, Gretna, NE

Learn about nature and enjoy a view of the Canyon Ponds in this unique educational facility. Our naturalists will have activities set out for guests to enjoy. Round Rafts are the perfect water craft for floating around in a pond. Layers of rock can tell a story about geological events of the past. Discover and learn about fossils of the outcrop that date back to 350 million years ago!

Free

Fish Fest at The C!

The C! Lake Cunningham Park 8965 State Street, Omaha, NE

Join at Lake Cunningham for the ultimate outdoor adventure at Fish Fest at The C on Saturday, May 17th, 2025 from 10 AM to 2 PM. Whether you're an avid angler or just looking to have some fun with the whole family, there's something for everyone! Fishing, Petting Zoo, Games & Prizes, and more!

Free

Springfest Art & Craft Show

Rockbrook Village 108 & Center, Omaha, NE, United States

Join 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.

Free

Future of Rock Festival

The Granary Green 7401 Main St, Ralston, NE, United States

The Future of Rock Festival is a one-day, high-energy celebration designed to bring our music community together while creating opportunities for the next generation of musicians. Held at Granary Green in Ralston from 12 PM to 11 PM, the festival features several youth-led bands, local vendors, food trucks, outdoor games, a mobile skate park, arts and crafts, raffles, and more.

Free – $5
 

 

Find more things to do over Memorial Day Weekend here!

A tree next to a body of water at sunset

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.
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Past Events:

May 1st – Little’s Lab – 11:00-11:45m – FREE

  • This month’s series will focus on exploring light. We will learn about artificial and natural light by doing STEM-based crafts in our Active Learning Lab and outside as well!
  • Location: Do Space inside Abrahams Library – 5111 N 90th St, Omaha, NE 68134

May 1st – May Day Baskets – 4:00pm – FREE

  • Do you love leaving May Day baskets for friends and relatives? The Library has just the activity for you!  Make a basket complete with treats.
  • Location: La Vista Public Library – 9110 Giles Rd, La Vista, NE 68128

May 3rd – Bilingual Music & Movement Storytime – 9:30-10:00am – FREE

  • Music & Movement focuses on early literacy skills through simple songs, dance, play and short stories designed for active toddlers and their participating caregiver(s).  This special Bilingual Music & Movement has an emphasis on French.
  • Location: Saddlebrook Branch – 14850 Laurel Ave, Omaha, NE 68116

May 3rd – Star Wars Storytime & Craft – 11:00am – FREE

  • May the 4th be with you!! Come join us as we read to you “Goodnight Darth Vader” followed by a pool noodle Light Saber craft. This is a FREE, all ages event!!
  • Location: The Learning Express – 120 Regency Pkwy, Omaha, NE 68114

May 3rd – Middle School Dodgeball Tournament – 6:00-9:00pm – $30/team (6th-8th Graders) [REGISTER]

  • Bring your team and  join us for a fun night of competition!  $30/team of 6 and 6th-8th graders.  Register HERE. For more information, contact Shane at 402-444-5918 or [email protected]. 
  • Location: Montclair Community Center – 2304 S. 135th Ave

May 4th – Free Comic Book Day

May 4th – Free Comic Book Day Crafts – Times Vary – FREE

  • Join OPL on Free Comic Book Day for a super adventure featuring superheroes, villains and Star Wars Characters! Come enjoy fun crafts and hands-on activities for the whole family inspired by your favorite superheroes! 
  • Location: 
    • Florence Branch – 2920 Bondesson St, Omaha NE 68112
    • Downtown Branch – 1401 Jones St, Omaha, NE 68102
    • Charles B Washington Branch – 2868 Ames Ave, Omaha, NE 68111
    • W. Clarke Swanson Branch – 9101 W. Dodge Rd, Omaha, NE 68114
    • Saddlebrook Branch – 14850 Laurel Ave, Omaha, NE 68116

May 4th – Zine Workshop – 1:00-2:30pm – FREE [REGISTER]

  • What’s your superpower? In honor of Free Comic Book Day, learn how to create your own zine at this hands-on workshop! Zines are unique, handmade, hyper-local booklets created by community members that help to quickly spread ideas to other members in the community. Zines promote freedom of speech and expression and can resemble a traditional book with only words or a graphic novel with a mixture of words and pictures. 
  • Location: W. Clarke Swanson Branch – 9101 W. Dodge Rd, Omaha, NE 68114

May 4th – 20th Anniversary Event at Scheels – 10:00am-3:00pm – FREE

  • Join Scheels for a day of fun activities to help us celebrate their store turning 20!! This FREE event will consist of a bounce house, blowup obstacle course, face painting, balloon twisting giveaways, and sweet treats!!
  • Location: Scheels – 17202 Davenport St, Omaha, NE 68118

May 4th – Modern Market by A Local Collective – 10:00am-4:00pm – FREE

  • Modern Market promises to be even more remarkable this time around. They’re taking over North Front Street yet again, extending beyond their parking lot.  They will be celebrating the visionary curators behind the small shops locally. There’s something wonderful to be said about each shop and how the owners thoughtfully chooses different pieces to feature. They want to include everyone in this market, for you all to enjoy the diversity of small businesses across Nebraska.
  • Location: A Local Collective – 308 3rd St, Waterloo, NE 68069

May 4th – Día Celebration at Council Bluffs Library – 11:00am-1:00pm – FREE

  • Drop in for our Día Celebration! Play a game of Loteria (Spanish BINGO) with Centro Latino and explore the Library by taking part in a multilingual scavenger hunt. Every child who attends the program will go home with a free book!
  • Location: Council Bluffs Library – 400 Willow Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51503

May 4th – ChessFest 2024 – 8:30am-1:00pm 

  • Annual ChessFest Tournament!  Players will be broken up by grade and skill level. Each group will have approximately 4-6 players and compete in a Round Robbin format. Trophies will be awarded to the top 3 places in each group and metals for all other players.  All players will get a prize from our prize table and be entered for a chance to win a raffle prize!
  • Location: Fremont Middle School – 3903 Fremont Dr N, Fremont, NE 68025

May 4th – Home Depot Kids Kits: Blooming Picture Frame – 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

May 4th – Gram & Gramp Camp at Hummel Day Camp – 9:00am-1:00pm – $10/pp [REGISTER]

  • Kids 5+ and their grandparents will have a fun morning at Hummel Day Camp participating in a variety of activities together including archery, games, and crafts. Then they will enjoy making their lunch over the campfire. Don’t miss this opportunity to make lasting memories!  $20/person (only 1 registration per pair/group needed)
  • Location: Hummel Park – 3033 Hummel Park Rd, Omaha, NE 68112

May 4th – Free Comic Book Day with Council Bluffs Library – 11:00am-1:00pm – FREE

  • Join us for Free Comic Book Day (FCBD), one of the comic book industry’s most beloved and anticipated celebrations!  Stop by and pick out a free comic (while supplies last)!
  • Location: Council Bluffs Library – 400 Willow Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51503

May 4th – Free Comic Book Day with Gretna Library – 1:00-3:00pm – FREE

  • May the 4th be with you! This Free Comic Book Day, pick up free comics; get free character sketches done by artists Rylie Blum, Robb Blum, Matt Haney, Tracie Mauk, and Bruce McCorkindale; featuring special guests from the 501st Legion; La Cabañita’s taco truck on site; and more nerdy fun for all ages!
  • Location: Gretna Public Library – 736 South St, Gretna, NE

May 4th – Derby Days – 3:00-8:00pm – $20-$80/Ticket

  • Grab your fanciest hat and bowtie!  Come experience the thrill of the 150th running of the Kentucky Derby at the 2024 Papillion Community Foundation Derby Days.  Derby Days will be at the Granary. Enjoy an official mint julep, southern hors d’oeuvres, live music, a silent auction and so much more! Join the excitement of the Derby, cheer on your favorite horse, and make a difference at the same time!
  • Location: The Granary – 5555 Granary Plaza, Ralston, NE 68127

May 4th – Family Wild Days – 10:00am-1:00pm – $20/Members, $28/Non-Members [REGISTER]

  • It’s time to GO WILD at Camp Brewster! Have you ever dreamed of joining your kids for a day of summer camp? Or wanted to trek the trails at Camp Brewster? Join Fontenelle Forest for the brand new Family Wild Days hosted at the beautiful and newly renovated Camp Brewster Lodge!
  • Location: Camp Brewster – 1313 Bellevue Blvd. North, Bellevue, NE

May 5th – Brooks Invest in Yourself 5K – 8:00-10:00 – $75/Registration

  • Brooks Running Company and Berkshire Hathaway are bringing the energy to the annual Berkshire Hathaway Shareholders Meeting with the Invest in Yourself 5K fun run and walk.
  • Location: Gene Leahy Mall – 1001 Douglas St, Omaha, NE 68102

May 5th – Spring Kite Festival – 11:00am-4:00pm – FREE

  • Let’s go fly a kite! Families are invited to join us for a free afternoon of kite-flying fun. You will see some of the world’s largest and most creative kites.  Bring your own kites to fly and a bag to collect candy from the kite candy drops, which take place throughout the event.
  • Location: La Vista Soccer Complex – 7346 S 66th St, La Vista, NE 68128

May 5th – STEM Sundays: Wonderful Wildflowers – 2:00-4:00pm – $10/Members, $18/Non-Members [REGSITER]

  • STEM Sundays is a bi-weekly program where families can explore STEM together amidst nature. Each session will provide hands-on activities, a theme-based hike, and a craft or take-home activity that will spark curiosity and foster collaboration.  Ignite a love for learning in the heart of the Forest every other Sunday!
  • Location: Fontenelle Forest Nature Center – 1111 Bellevue Blvd North, Bellevue, NE 68005

May 6th – Out & About Storytime: Zorinsky Lake – 10:30-11:00 – FREE

  • Join OPL at Zorinsky Lake (Boat Ramp #5) 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: Zorinsky Lake #5 Boat Ramp – 3808 South 156th St, Omaha NE 68130

May 6th – Cinco De Mayo Storytime & Craft – 11:00am – FREE

  • Celebration of Cinco De Mayo!! Hear about the adventures of Cinco De Mouse-O as he tries to escape Cat at the Cinco De Mayo Fiesta! Then make your very own Maracas so you can sing and dance all day!!  This is a FREE, all ages event!!
  • Location: The Learning Express – 120 Regency Pkwy, Omaha, NE 68114

May 7th – Toddler Tuesday: Celebrating Mom with Miss Tina! – 10:30-11:30am – FREE

  • Come and make a special memory with your mom! The wonderful Miss Tina will celebrate all that mother’s do with a lovely Mother’s Day-themed story followed by a special craft activity to make a gift for your mom. Everyone will leave with even more appreciation for their mom!
  • Location: Fat Brain Toys – 16909 Burke St, Omaha, NE 68118

May 7th – Design It!: Nature Sculptures – 5:00-5:45pm – FREE [REGISTER]

  • This months series we are working with locally famous sculpture artist Trudy Swanson, to Celebrate Earth Day by creating  an eco-friendly sculpture with materials provided by Mother Nature.  Bring your own collected pieces from home or explore around the Library outside in class to find the perfect items. Other materials will be provided!
  • Location: Do Space inside Abrahams Library – 5111 N 90th St, Omaha, NE 68134

May 8th – Homeschool in the Hills: Mushrooms, Mosses, & Lichens, Oh My! – 10:00-11:30am or 1:00-2:30pm – $5/child [REGISTER]

  • Learn about the differences between mushrooms, mosses, and lichens, then search for them. We will explore their important role in the ecosystem and more. 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

May 8th – Little’s Lab: Kaleidoscope – 11:00-11:45m – FREE

  • This month’s series will focus on exploring light. We will learn about artificial and natural light by doing STEM-based crafts in our Active Learning Lab and outside as well!  This Activity we will build a Kaleidoscope
  • Location: Do Space inside Abrahams Library – 5111 N 90th St, Omaha, NE 68134

May 9th – The RiverFront Local Artist Series – 4:00-7:30pm – FREE

  • Visit The RiverFront for an evening of local art, food trucks, and more!  Head out to the 13th Street Plaza and visit with four local artists as they showcase their craft with Art in the Park.  Visit with a variety of food trucks for a bite to eat and enjoy the beautiful spring weather at The RiverFront! 
  • Location: The RiverFront

May 9th – DIY Creative Studio at Baright Library – 6:30-7:30pm – FREE

  • Every child has an artist inside them! If your child is 6 years and older, bring them to our weekly DIY Creative Studio. They will enjoy various activities like painting, drawing, coloring, and much more! All materials are provided and will vary from week to week.
  • Location: Baright Public Library – 5555 S 77th St, Omaha, NE 68127

May 9th – Vinyl Crafting Drop-In – 6:30-8:00pm – FREE

  • Stop by the Makerspace to make & take a paper crafting project.  The Silhouette Cameo is an extremely versatile electronic cutting and drawing machine that makes  cutting paper, cardstock or vinyl for your favorite projects, a snap!  Paper Crafting Drop-In is free and open to the public. No registration necessary.
  • Location: The Council Bluffs Public Library – 400 Willow Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51503

May 10th – Mother’s Day Craft – 11:00am – FREE

  • Nothing melts a mothers heart more than a hand-made gift from their littles!! Let’s show how much they mean to us with a hand print apron!!  It’s a FREE all ages event. First come, first serve while supplies last!
  • Location: The Learning Express – 120 Regency Pkwy, Omaha, NE 68114

May 10th – The Young Dubliners – 7:30pm – Tickets Required

  • Don’t miss lead signer, Keith Roberts’ powerhouse vocals on display at the Young Dubliners! As one of the world’s leading Celtic Rock bands, the Young Dubliners take stage with a solid line up and new batch of songs at the Holland Music Club.
  • Location: Holland Performing Arts Center – 1200 Douglas St, Omaha, NE 68102

May 11th – Celebrate CB

  • The Pancake Man will be serving up his famous pancakes in Bayliss Park from 8:00 – 10:30 a.m. Adults are $5 each and kids 12 and under eat free.
  • The Parade will begin at 10:30 a.m. and will wind its way through the downtown streets.
  • FREE Kids Activities in Bayliss Park from 11:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Enjoy games, art activities, fitness activities and more! Food trucks will be on-site and offer a variety of items for purchase. Stop by after the parade for some family fun and lunch or a snack.
  • Location: Bayliss Park – 100 Pearl St., Council Bluffs, IA
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May 11th – Community Science Day: Birding Bonanza – 10:00am-12:00pm – $15/Members, $20/Non-Members [REGSITER]

  • Celebrate Migratory Bird Month at Fontenelle Forest with our Birding Bonanza: Community Science Day! Our naturalist educators will help you learn how to identify common and migratory birds by sight and sound. We’ll discuss how you can assist conservation efforts by counting birds at the Forest and submitting the data. After learning the tools of the trade, we’ll go on a naturalist-led hike and count birds together – prepare for easy to moderate terrain and bring your binoculars! We’ll also have some binoculars to borrow on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • Location: Fontenelle Forest Nature Center – 1111 Bellevue Blvd North, Bellevue, NE 68005

May 11 & 12th – Forever Young at Film Streams: The Pagemaster – 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

May 11th – Murals and Music at Cochran Park – 2:00-4:00pm – FREE

  • Murals and Music is a free event celebrating the four new murals along the First Ave Trail. This event will take place on Saturday, May 11, following the Celebrate CB Parade, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Cochran Park.  Murals and Music promises an afternoon filled with creativity and entertainment and provides our residents another way to ‘Celebrate CB.’  Eight local artists will be actively painting murals on temporary art cubes installed at Cochran Park. Attendees will have the opportunity to witness these artists in action, gain insight into their creative process, and engage with them as they bring their visions to life.
  • Location: Cochran Park – 199 S 22nd St, Council Bluffs, IA 51501

May 11th – DJ Party at The Skate Ribbon – 4:00-8:00pm

  • Dance and skate the day away at the Skate Ribbon in Heartland of America Park! Jam out to some of your favorite party songs from DJ Crabrangucci while you roller skate!  Roller skates can be rented, with pricing set at $5 for adults and $4 for kids.
  • Location: Heartland of America Park – 800 Douglas St, Omaha, NE 68102

May 11th – 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

Through May 12th – BRICKLIVE Brickosaurs – Garden Admission, FREE for Members

  • On display for the first time in the United States, experience BRICKLIVE Brickosaurs, an adventure of Jurassic scale at Omaha’s Lauritzen Gardens. Starting January 13, 2024, marvel at 30 iconic dinosaur sculptures made from more than 1.5 million bricks and witness firsthand what it would have been like to come face-to-face with a herd of incredible reptiles, while discovering prehistoric plants in the garden’s collection. This dino-mite brick sculpture exhibit is included with garden admission and is FREE for garden members.
  • Location: Lauritzen Gardens – 100 Bancroft St, Omaha, NE 68108

Through May 12th – Omaha Parks Challenge 2024 – FREE

  • Register for FREE to recieve a list of parks to visit.  Take a family photo at each site and submit them to be entered to win prizes!  Complete all 10 sites for a change to win a Family Pool Pass!

Through May 12th – Chicken & Biscuits at Omaha Community Playhouse – Dates & Times Vary – Tickets Required

  • Who knew a funeral could be so fun? Laughter and love seep from this uproarious new family comedy. When the Jenkins family comes together to celebrate the life of their patriarch, skeletons in the closet are revealed. Family members at odds are challenged to accept each other for who they are—the good, the bad, the ugly and the hilarious. Love and commitment to family is at the heart of Chicken & Biscuits.
  • Location: Omaha Community Playhouse – 6915 Cass St, Omaha, NE 68132

Through May 12th – May Little Tike Hike at Hitchcock Nature Center – All Day – Park Admission

  • As you enjoy the sights & sounds along the trail you will spot activities posted along your route that are designed to help learners ages 3 to 5 experience nature in a new way. While it is designed for young learners, any age can learn something new and have fun, too!  Activities are posted along a .25 to .3 mile stretch of the trail for your enjoyment. This is an “out & back” hike, once you reach the end of the trail you turn around & head back to the trailhead, making a .5 to .6 mile round-trip hike. Of course, if you are having fun you can choose to continue on & enjoy more of the beautiful trails without posted activities.
  •  Location: Hitchcock Nature Center – 27792 Ski Hill Loop, Honey Creek, IA 51542

May 10-12th – Cinco De Mayo Omaha

  • Omaha’s largest and most diverse festival will take place along historic South 24th Street, featuring live music, entertainment, carnival rides, a parade, food, games, and more. Bring your mom—it’s Mother’s Day weekend
  • Location: South 24th St. between L and Q Streets, Omaha, NE 68107

May 10-12th – Junkstock 2024 – $15-$35/Tickets

  • For a magical one-of-a-kind, festival featuring fabulous vintage, antique & Junk vendors along with makers, food trucks, bands, apple cider donuts & Bloody Mary’s.
  • Location: JUNKSTOCK – 1150 River Road Dr, Waterloo, NE 68069

May 11th & 12th – American Midwest Ballet: Cinderella – Tickets Required

  • Join American Midwest Ballet for the world premiere of Cinderella, a magical new full-length story ballet! It’s an uplifting rendition of a story beloved across generations and cultures: an affirmation that good things come in due season.
  • Location: Orpheum Theater – 409 S 16th St, Omaha, NE 68102

May 13th – Make Sand Art Bottles – 11:00am – FREE

  • Hair up!!  Are you ready to let your creativity run wild? Make your own sand art bottle that looks like a troll! Let’s make colorful and quirky masterpieces together! This is a FREE all ages event! First come first serve while supplies last!
  • Location: The Learning Express – 120 Regency Pkwy, Omaha, NE 68114

May 13th – Button Maker Palooza at Gretna Library – 1:00-3:00pm – FREE

  • Make pin-back buttons to your heart’s content!
  • Location: Gretna Public Library – 736 South St, Gretna, NE

May 13th – STEM Lab: Rainbow in a Jar – 4:00-5:00pm – FREE

  • 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.  This month’s project: Rainbow in a Jar Density Experiment
  • Location: Digital Library at Papillion Landing – 1046 W Lincoln Street Papillion, NE 68046

May 14th – Toddler Tuesday: Kindermusik! – 10:30-11:30am – FREE

  • Let’s make some music! Brains will grow and smiles will shine as kids work together to make some awesome music with Miss Kerry from Kindermusik!
  • Location: Fat Brain Toys – 16909 Burke St, Omaha, NE 68118

May 14th – Out & About Storytime: Gene Leahy Mall – 10:30-11:00 – 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

May 14th – Design It!: Tangrams and Origami – 5:00-5:45pm – FREE [REGISTER]

  • This month we will work with instructor Trudy Swanson focusing on the arts, science, and sustainability.  This class we will Explore 2D geometrical puzzles with Tangrams. Then take it 3D with the art of origami.
  • Location: Do Space inside Abrahams Library – 5111 N 90th St, Omaha, NE 68134

May 14th – Teen Craft Night at Baright Library – 6:30-7:30pm – 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

May 15th – Little’s Lab: Do it Yourself Lamp – 11:00-11:45m – FREE [REGISTER]

  • This month’s series will focus on exploring light. We will learn about artificial and natural light by doing STEM-based crafts in our Active Learning Lab and outside as well!
  • Location: Do Space inside Abrahams Library – 5111 N 90th St, Omaha, NE 68134

May 15th – Culture Talk: Graffiti & Urban Art – 7:30pm – FREE [REGISTER]

  • This is a FREE event but registration is required. Join us for the last Culture Talk of the season, taking a deeper look into the creative process behind graffiti with canvas displays. This conversation will be led by Hugo Zamorano, Houston Alexander & more!
  • Location: Holland Performing Arts Center Scott Hall – 1200 Douglas St, Omaha, NE 68102

May 13th-16th – 3D Printing Drop-In – 2:00-4:00pm – FREE

  • Stop by the Makerspace to learn about the process of 3D Printing! Take home a 3D printed Academic Octopus.This is a drop-in class. Pop by any time between 2 and 4 p.m.
  • Location: The Council Bluffs Public Library – 400 Willow Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51503

May 16th – Out & About Storytime: Lauritzen Gardens – 10:00-11:00 – 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

May 16th – Hip Hop Lab Block Party – 6:00pm – FREE

  • This is a FREE event. Hip Hop was born at a block party in the south Bronx. Join us as we continue to celebrate Hip Hop culture with music, dancing, and good vibes with national DJ & Host Mista Soull.
  • Location: Holland Performing Arts Center Mammel Courtyard – 1200 Douglas St, Omaha, NE 68102

May 16th – Tunes on the Green – 6:00-8:00pm – FREE

  • Love music from Colin The Everyman, food, and family fun.  Colin is a singer and songwriter who has been performing his entire adult life. He grew up in rural Nebraska and now lives near Omaha. Colin’s music combines the soulful vocals of Chris Stapleton and the honest songwriting of Bruce Springsteen.
  • Location: Granary Green – 7401 Main St, Ralston, NE

May 16th – The Piano Guys – 7:30pm – Tickets

  • Since their serendipitous start in a Southern Utah piano shop, THE PIANO GUYS have proven to be a powerhouse group without limits.
  • Location: Holland Performing Arts Center – 1200 Douglas Street Omaha, NE 68102

May 18th – PLV South Dance Team Spring Craft & Vendor Fair – 9:00am-2:00pm – $2 admission

  • Location: Papillion La Vista South High School – 10799 Highway 370, Papillion, NE

May 18th – Character Breakfast – 9:00am-12:00pm – Kids FREE with purchase of adult breakfast

  • Breakfast with Poppy and Branch. Kids are encouraged to sport their favorite Trolls outfits. We will have characters present to take photos, coloring sheets, and activities.  Kids buffet free with purchase of an adult breakfast!
  • Location: Hy-Vee – 3410 N 156th St, Omaha, NE 68116

May 18th – Superhero Breakfast – 9:00am-12:00pm – Kids FREE with purchase of adult breakfast

  • SUPER breakfast. Kids are encouraged to invite their superhero and dress up in costume. We will have coloring sheets, games and activities. Kids buffet free with purchase of an adult breakfast!
  • Location: Hy-Vee – 10808 For St Stop 2, Omaha, NE 68164

May 18th – Fish Fest at The C – 10:00am-2:00pm – FREE

  • Free beginner and family-friendly fishing event at beautiful Lake Cunningham in Omaha, NE!  This special event will celebrate family, fishing and friends at Lake Cunningham on Free Park and Free Fishing Day, which means adults and kids can fish without a permit this day.  Event attendees can enter to win prizes, including a free youth lifetime fishing permit (Nebraska residents only); $100 SCHEELS gift cards (must be 18 or older); and be eligible for other great prizes such as a Zebco fishing rod and reel; or an “Fish Fest at the C” hat.  Food and refreshments will be provided 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. or while supplies last.
  • Location: Lake Cunningham – 8965 State St, Omaha, NE 68122

May 18th – Barbie Truck at Village Pointe – 10:00am-7:00pm – FREE

  • The Barbie Truck is popping up at Village Pointe! Come snap a photo with the Barbie Truck and buy fun merchandise! Located in the parking lot south of Old Navy.
  • Location: Village Pointe – 17305 Davenport St, Omaha, NE 68118

May 18th – Just Try it Event at The 402 – 10:00am-2:00pm – FREE

  • Come try out a new art form or instrument
  • Location: 402 Lesson Studio – 16909 Lakeside Hills Plaza, STE 119, Omaha, NE, 68130

May 18th – Springfest Art & Craft Fair at Rockbrook Village – 10:00am-5:00pm – FREE

  • Shop over 60 local artists and crafters. Shop handmade goods including jewelry, pottery, glass, wood, photography, paintings and more. Bring the family and enjoy lunch on the plaza from 11-2pm with Pasta Amore and Pulled BBQ or grab a snack at one of our many snack vendors. There will be live music on the plaza from 12-4 and Anthony the Balloon Man and a face painter will be here to entertain the kids. Come spend the day!
  • Location: Rockbrook Village – 2800 S 110th Ct, Omaha, NE 68144

May 18th – The Dino Bus Open House & Summer Kick Off Event – 11:00am-1:00pm – FREE

  • Come out & see the Dino Bus before they give it a complete & total prehistoric transformation. This FREE event will give guests a chance to step inside & see tons of replica fossils & dino figures. They will also have dinosaur games & crafts for the kids to do.
  • Location: Hy-Vee – 1000 S 178th St, Omaha, NE

May 18th – Kid Coders: AI – 11:30am-12:30pm – FREE [REGISTER]

  • Kid Coders this month will be exploring AI using Scratch. Each week we will work through Hour of Codes, and, in doing so, will learn about the possibilities and limitations of current artificial intelligence.
  • Location: Do Space inside Abrahams Library – 5111 N 90th St, Omaha, NE 68134

May 18th – Little Bohemia Spring Market – 11:00-4:00pm – FREE

  • They’ll be welcoming Spring in Little Bohemia.  Food trucks, Mobile Wine Bar, shopping, and specials throughout the neighborhood. You don’t want to miss this festive spring event!  Vendors will be located at participating businesses near South 13th Street in Little Bohemia.
  • Location: Little Bohemia – 1270 S 13th St, Omaha, NE 68108

May 18th – Community Science Day: Firefly Tracking – 7:30-9:30pm – $15/Members, $20/Non-Members [REGSITER]

  • Come enjoy dusk at the Forest as we learn about fireflies, including the ones in your own backyard! These flashing, flickering insects need our help as their populations have been declining over the years – but scientists and citizens like you can help change that! Whether you call them fireflies or lightning bugs, this is your opportunity to join our naturalist educators as we learn about Firefly Watch, participate in counting fireflies on site, and take home the resources you need to continue this important work at home.
  • Location: Camp Brewster – 1313 Bellevue Blvd. North, Bellevue, NE

May 11-19th – The Big Bounce America – Times Vary – $22-45/Ticket

  • The world’s biggest touring inflatable theme park is Coming to Omaha
  • Location: Westfair Fairgrounds & Amphitheater – 22984 US-6, Council Bluffs, IA 51503

May 16th-19th – A Chorus Line – Times Vary – Tickets Required

  • A Chorus Line examines one day in the lives of seventeen dancers, all vying for a spot in the “chorus line” of a Broadway musical. After the first round of cuts, Zach, the director and choreographer, asks each dancer to speak about themselves. Discomfort opens into revelation, confession leads to redemption, and within the bright, outwardly homogenous chorus, the audience begins to see each dancer’s individuality. Based on real Broadway dancers’ stories, as told to fellow dancer and choreographer Michael Bennett, A Chorus Line is funny, heartbreaking, and refreshingly honest.
  • Location: Chanticleer Community Theater – 1001 S 6th St, Council Bluffs

May 18-19th – 2024 Renaissance Festival of Nebraska – Tickets Required

  • THE FIRST THREE WEEKENDS IN MAY!  Grab a turkey leg and step back in time when royalty ruled and knights really were in shining armor. Full contact equestrian jousting, six unique performance stages featuring local, regional, and national talent, over a hundred costumed characters, and many one-of-a-kind artisans await you at this majestic festival.
  • Three differently themed weekends, featuring three different adventures!
    • Weekend-1 / May 4 – 5 – Bards and Blades
    • Weekend-2 / May 11-12 – Celts and Creatures
    • Weekend-3 / May 18-19 – Minions of Misrule
  • Location: Bellevue Berry & Pumpkin Ranch – 2710 Bluff Point Cir, Papillion, NE 68133

May 19th – Pops Concert: Video Games Killed The Radio Star – 6:00-7:30pm – FREE, Donations

  • Outdoor Pops Concert.  Full of music from your favorite bands AND video games.  Featuring music from Journey, Who, John Lennon, Rocky AND Mario, Zelda, Undertale, Skyrim.  Don’t forget a chair, and your favorite way to support Orchestra Omaha (cash/check/card all accepted) with our raffles and you could even conduct the orchestra if you win the baton!
  • Location: Stinson Park – 2285 S 67th St, Omaha, NE 68106

May 19th – Wheel of Fortune LIVE! – 7:00pm – Tickets Required

  • America’s Game® Show comes to your hometown! Contestants are randomly selected from the audience to join our host onstage for a chance to spin a replica of the iconic Wheel, solve puzzles, and WIN incredible prizes like trips to Paris and Hawaii or BIG MONEY up to $10,000 in cash. Everyone can join in on the fun! You won’t want to miss this thrilling live experience!
  • Location: Orpheum Theater – 409 S 16th St, Omaha, NE 68102

May 19th – Free Ice Cream Social & Games – 11:00am-2:00pm – FREE

  • Come on over for FREE Ice Cream Sundaes (complete with mustache sprinkles), Tshirt Bingo, and Craft-a-Stache-a build your own mustache competition!  They are going to have a blast raising money for some amazing organizations! Mustaches For Kids growers raised over ONE MILLION DOLLARS the last two years in a row!!! Our guy, Mike, was a grower last year. This year, Mike & our Chief Bro-Rista, Matthew have a little side bet going to see who can grow a bigger, better mustache!!!
  • Location: Pause Coffee Shop – 7515 Main St, Omaha, NE 68127

May 19th – STEM Sundays: The Science of Sound – 2:00-4:00pm – $10/Members, $18/Non-Members [REGSITER]

  • STEM Sundays is a bi-weekly program where families can explore STEM together amidst nature. Each session will provide hands-on activities, a theme-based hike, and a craft or take-home activity that will spark curiosity and foster collaboration.  Ignite a love for learning in the heart of the Forest every other Sunday!
  • Location: Fontenelle Forest Nature Center – 1111 Bellevue Blvd North, Bellevue, NE 68005

May 20th – DIY Banana Split Slime – 11:00am – FREE

  • A ‘peel-icious’ time at our DIY Banana Split Slime workshop! Immerse your slime in the sweet scent of bananas, textured banana slices and foam beads, complete with a cherry on top for the perfect ‘slime sundae’ experience! This is a FREE, all ages event!!
  • Location: The Learning Express – 120 Regency Pkwy, Omaha, NE 68114

May 20th – Out & About Storytime: Joslyn Castle & Gardens – 5:30-6:30pm – FREE

  • Join OPL at “Once Upon a Time at the Castle” for storytime and activities, featuring stories, creative movement, music and more. Storytime is geared towards children ages 2-8, but all ages are welcome. Bring your own blanket and snacks and meet us in the gardens!
  • Location: Joslyn Castle & Gardens – 3902 Davenport St, Omaha NE 68131

May 21st – Toddler Tuesday: Amazing Athletes! – 10:30-11:30am – FREE

  • Get fit with fun as the Amazing Athletes guide you through a variety of active activities. Then, nurture your muscles and your mind with a healthy snack and a fun craft activity!
  • Location: Fat Brain Toys – 16909 Burke St, Omaha, NE 68118

May 21st – Customize your own Creative Tonie & Storytime – 11:00am-12:00pm – FREE

  • Discover how you can personalize storytime with Creative-Tonies. Then get creative while you customize your very own creative Tonie with the markers, paints, and jewel stickers we provided! Your Tonie Creation is yours to keep!! It holds up to 90 mins of space to record or download content! Finally we will be sharing a Tonie Storytime of the book “The Rattlin Bog”!! Feel free to bring in your unwanted Tonies to trade with other fellow Tonie collectors as well!! This is a FREE all ages event! First come, first serve, while supplies last!
  • Location: The Learning Express – 120 Regency Pkwy, Omaha, NE 68114

May 21st – Design It!: Sustainable Sculptures – 5:00-6:00pm – FREE [REGISTER]

  • Create sustainable sculptures with Trudy Swanson!
  • Location: Do Space inside Abrahams Library – 5111 N 90th St, Omaha, NE 68134

May 23rd – Cricut Cafe at Gretna Library – 5:30-7:00pm – FREE

  • Bring your own materials to customize using the library’s craft printer.  Walk-in with something to customize using the library’s Cricut cutting machine. A limited supply of cotton bags will be available.
  • Location: Gretna Public Library – 736 South St, Gretna, NE

May 24th – STEM Night & Fireworks Friday with Omaha Storm Chasers – 6:35pm – $11-$31/Ticket

  • All things STEM with activity stations around the concourse! Prairie STEM will be providing free STEM kits to the first 250 kids.  Stick around after the game for a fireworks show!
  • Location: Werner Park – 12356 Ballpark Way, Papillion, NE

May 25th – Patriotic Productions Parade – 10:00am

  • The 2024 Patriotic Parade will be held in downtown Omaha. This year will highlight female Athletes and continue to honor gold start families, veterans, & First responders
  • Parade begins at 10th & Jackson winding through the Old Market and ending at 12th & Jackson
  • Meet Athletes on 12th & Jackson after the parade!

May 25th – Forever Young at Film Streams: Raiders of the Lost Ark – 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

May 25th – Festival of Trains In The Park – 10:00am-6:00pm – $10-$13/Tickets

  • Come and enjoy a delightful day of excitement at Festival of Trains In The Park. Experience train rides suitable for both children and adults, marvel at the operating model trains, let the kids frolic in the bounce house, engage in entertaining yard games, and prepare for an array of additional activities to make the day memorable. Mark your calendars and be ready for a fun-filled event!
  • Location: Tom Hanafan River’s Edge Park – 4200 Avenue B, Council Bluffs, IA 51501

May 25th – Little’s Lab: Sun Catchers – 11:00-11:45am – FREE

  • This month’s series will focus on exploring light. We will learn about artificial and natural light by doing STEM based crafts in out Active Learning Lab and outside as well!
  • Location: Do Space inside Abrahams Library – 5111 N 90th St, Omaha, NE 68134

May 25th – Family Wild Edible Walk – 2:00-4:00pm – $5/pp (4 and under free) [REGISTER]

  • Parents, are you interested in learning more about wild edible plants? Would you like to help your child build confidence in the natural world? Have you always been interested in wild foods, but don’t know where to start? If so, then come see what delicious delicacies the late spring forest has to offer. As they walk through and explore the amazing abundance of a May woodland, they’ll learn all about the importance of proper plant identification. They’ll examine some of the dangers associated with foraging and how to avoid them. They’ll talk about ethical harvest and how to be a good member of the natural community. They’ll also take a look at some of the ways these plants can be prepared as foods. And, importantly, they’ll discuss some ways of incorporating these plants into your own landscape. 
  • Location: Hitchcock Nature Center – 27792 Ski Hill Loop, Honey Creek, IA 51542

May 25th – Design Studio: Heat Sensitive Slime – 3:00-4:00pm (25th) – 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: Heat Sensitive Slime.  Registration is required
  • Location: Digital Library at Papillion Landing – 1046 W Lincoln Street Papillion, NE 68046

May 25th – Rock the C! Community Concert – 5:00-8:00pm – FREE

  • An unforgettable evening at the Rock the C Concert on Saturday, May 25th, from 5-8 pm!  Finest Hour – band, a phenomenal 9-piece band, will be rocking the stage singing a little bit of everything to have you up and dancing!  Get ready for a fantastic time with FREE live music, delicious food trucks, and family fun for everyone!  Save the date and bring your friends and family for an epic celebration! Let’s make it a night to remember!
  • Location: Lake Cunningham – 8965 State St, Omaha, NE 68122

May 25th – Saturdays @ Stinson Concert Series: Touch of Gray – 7:00-10:00pm – FREE

  • Join your friends every Saturday night at Stinson Park in Aksarben Village for the Saturdays @ Stinson Concert Series, sponsored by Centris Federal Credit Union. The most talented bands in Omaha will entertain you, and the best part is that it’s completely free! There will be food and drink vendors, face painting, balloon artists, and playground equipment for kids to play on. Feel free to bring chairs, blankets, and coolers for the concerts. Please use koozies for your cans and plastic cups for other drinks, as glass is prohibited. Also, please do not bring tents, canopies, or stake anything into the ground. Most importantly, have fun and enjoy your time in Stinson Park! Aksarben Village is always buzzing with something fun to do!
  • Location: Stinson Park- 2232 S. 64th St., Omaha, NE.
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Celebrate Mother’s Day 

  • Celebrate Mother’s Day with special events and freebies!

 

Through May 26th – May Little Tike Hike at Botna Bend Park – All Day – Park Admission

  • As you enjoy the sights & sounds along the trail you will spot activities posted along your route that are designed to help learners ages 3 to 5 experience nature in a new way. While it is designed for young learners, any age can learn something new and have fun, too!  Activities are posted along a .25 to .3 mile stretch of the trail for your enjoyment. This is an “out & back” hike, once you reach the end of the trail you turn around & head back to the trailhead, making a .5 to .6 mile round-trip hike. Of course, if you are having fun you can choose to continue on & enjoy more of the beautiful trails without posted activities.
  • Location: Botna Bend Park – 42926 Mahogany Rd, Hancock, IA 51536

May 25th-Sept 2nd – Garden Games at Lauritzen – All Day – Normal Admission

  • Come play with us! Bring the whole family to Lauritzen Gardens for a game-filled, summer adventure. Rediscover classic games, made new by a beautiful natural setting, and spend time having FUN playing in the outdoors. From croquet, to card games and from I-SPY® to giant chess, compete with your family and friends, connect with nature, boost your gaming skills, and make memories together in YOUR public garden! Included with paid garden admission or membership.
  • Location: Lauritzen Gardens – 100 Bancroft St, Omaha, NE 68108

May 25th – Critter Adventures – 11:00am-12:30pm – $10/Members, $20/Non-Members [REGISTER]

  • Critter Adventures is a program for kids ages 9 to 12 (and their caregivers) who love animals and want to learn more about them!  Each session will focus on a different topic from habitats to adaptations, and will have the opportunity to meet some of our education animals up-close, hands-on activities and crafts.
  • Location: Fontenelle Forest Nature Center – 1111 Bellevue Blvd North, Bellevue, NE 68005

May 26th – Family Fun Day with Omaha Storm Chasers – 2:05pm – $11-$31/Ticket

  • Featuring balloon artists, face painters, Wildlife Encounters, and more!  Kids in attendance aged 12 and under can run the bases after the game.
  • Location: Werner Park – 12356 Ballpark Way, Papillion, NE

May 26th – Joey Fatone & AJ McLean: A Legendary Night – 7:30pm – Tickets Required

  • Witness an epic collaboration as Joey Fatone of *NSYNC and AJ McLean of the Backstreet Boys join forces along with their sensational seven-piece live band for an unforgettable concert tour! Brace yourself for a nostalgic journey through hits that defined an era, as these pop icons come together to create an electric atmosphere. Don’t miss the chance to experience the magic of both worlds on one stage.
  • Location: Orpheum Theater – 409 S 16th St, Omaha, NE 68102

May 27th – Memorial Day Patriotic Sensory Bin – 11:00am – FREE

  • A DIY Patriotic Sensory Bin event!!  Dig into the star spangled textures, and let your freedom sing as you explore the different textiles we add! This is a FREE, all ages event!! First come, first serve while supplies last
  • Location: The Learning Express – 120 Regency Pkwy, Omaha, NE 68114

May 28th – Design It!: Tangrams and Origami – 4:30-5:30pm – FREE [REGISTER]

  • This month we will work with instructor Trudy Swanson focusing on the arts, science, and sustainability.  This class we will Explore 2D geometrical puzzles with Tangrams. Then take it 3D with the art of origami.
  • Location: Do Space inside Abrahams Library – 5111 N 90th St, Omaha, NE 68134

May 29th – Out & About Storytime: Dundee Community Garden – 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 Garden – 4902 Underwood Ave, Omaha NE 68132

May 29th – Little’s Lab – 11:00-11:45am – FREE [REGISTER]

  • Location: Do Space inside Abrahams Library – 5111 N 90th St, Omaha, NE 68134

May 30th – Spark Your Story: City Sprouts – 4:30-5:30pm – FREE

  • Join Washington Branch every Thursday as local community members share their story.  This month, we will be talking about all things gardening. City Sprouts will visit at the end of the month, share what they do as a local organization, and how teens can get involved.  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

May 30th-Jun 30th – Hello, Dolly! – Dates & Times Vary – Tickets Required

  • Winner of 15 Tony Awards, including Best Musical and Best Revival, Hello, Dolly! is classic musical theatre at its finest. Hello, Dolly! is bursting with showmanship, glamour, romance, dance, humor, and some of the greatest songs in musical theatre history. Whether you’re new to Dolly! or you’ve seen her 100 times, this colossal production is bound to be historic.
  • Location: Omaha Community Playhouse (Hawks Mainstage) – 6915 Cass St, Omaha, NE 68132

May 31st – Night Market at Turner Park – 6:00-10:00pm – FREE

  • As the sun sets and the warm evening breeze rolls in, Omaha’s original Night Market sets the stage for unforgettable summer nights in scenic Turner Park. Join us as the city’s energy ignites four Friday evenings throughout the summer. The inviting atmosphere extends a warm welcome to dogs, families, couples and groups!
  • Location: Turner Park – 3110 Farnam St, Omaha, NE 68131

May 31st – Family Learn Archery – 6:30-8:00pm – $5/pp (8+) [REGISTER]

  • They provide the guidance, bows, arrows, and targets, YOU provide the energy and enthusiasm! Learn the basics of archery, a sport that anyone can enjoy! Another great reason to get outside and a perfect learning opportunity for first-time or beginning archers. This event is open to anyone 8 years and older. Youth ages 8 years and 9 years must have an accompanying registered adult, please. Please meet at the archery range at the north end of the park.
  • Location: Narrows River Park – 2500 N 25th St, Council Bluffs, IA 51501

May 31st & June 1st – La Vista Days – Times of Activities Vary

May 31st & June 1st – Bennington Daze – Times of Activities Vary

May 31st-June 2nd – 27th Annual Taste of Omaha

  • Live Music, Featuring Performance for the Kids with Continuous Comedy, Balloons, Magic, Exotic Animals & Fun!  Face-Painting throughout the Festival.
  • Location: Heartland of America Park – 800 Douglas St, Omaha, NE 68102

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