Best Things to Do in September in Omaha

Enjoy the best family-friendly things to do this September in Omaha!  Enjoy a exploring a new Pumpkin Patch or Apple Orchard with the Family.  Take in the fall colors on a family hike and enjoy some s’mores around the firepit.

Visit a Pumpkin Patch!

Fall Consignment Sales

On Going Events, Shows and Exhibits:

• Nebraska Passport Program – Through Sept 30th
• Ice Age Adventure at Lee G. Simmons Wildlife Safari Park
• Haunted Cemetery Tours with Ollie the Trolley – Through Nov 17th
• Little Tike Hikes
  • Sept 7th – 29th – Botna Bend Park
• The Durham Museum
  • Becoming Jane: The evolution of Dr. Jane Goodall – Through Oct 13th
    
  • Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom – Through Oct 13th
  • The Lost World of Dragons – Sept 21st – Dec 31st
• Fall at Arbor Day Farm – All of September & October
• Film Streams
  • The Parent Trap – Sept 28,29
• On The Stage
  • Sept 13th – Oct 13th – Jersey Boys at Omaha Preforming Arts Hawks Mainstage

Sept 19-30th – AppleJack Festival – Tickets strongly recommended

• The mother of all fruit-based festivities and ranked in the top 10 of fall festivals by the Society of American Travel Writers. Perfect for hipsters and hip replacement candidates alike, this is the festival most folks think of when they think “Nebraska City.” Fun for the whole family, including grouchy Aunt Edith.
• AppleJack activities take place throughout Nebraska City and include a parade downtown on Saturday, Sept. 21st at 1 p.m.
• Location: Nebraska City, NE.
• See more Apple Orchards here!

Sept 23rd-28th – Take & Make: Wearable Butterfly Pin with LED – FREE

• Drop by this week to pick up a Take and Make Kit! With just popsicle sticks and rubber bands, you’ll build your very own paddle boat. Once it’s assembled, watch in amazement as it floats and propels itself across the water. It’s a fantastic hands-on project for all ages!
• Location: Do Space – 5111 N 90th St, Omaha, NE 68134

Sept 25th – Customize your own Creative Tonie and Storytime – 11:00am – FREE

• They’ve partnered with tonies to host Storytime Hour for your little readers! 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 special Tonie Storytime with our Tonie of the month!! 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

Sept 25th – Critter Chat with Scatter Joy Acres: Serval – 3:00-5:00pm – FREE

• The Gene Leahy Mall will feature a different animal each week! Come interact with, touch, and learn about these cute and cuddly animals.  Nala will be on hand from 3 PM to 5 PM.
• Location: Gene Leahy Mall at The Canopies – corner of 13^th and Farnam Street

Sept 25th – Loess Hills Prairie Seed Harvest – 5:30-7:00pm – $5/pp

• Join friends at Golden Hills RC&D and help collect native prairie seed! Volunteers will visit local prairie remnants and learn how to identify which plants are available for seed collection. The hand-collected seed will then be used for local prairie restoration and reconstruction projects. This event includes walking over steep, rugged terrain, so dress appropriately.
• Location: Hitchcock Nature Center – 27792 Ski Hill Loop, Honey Creek, Iowa 51542

Sept 25th – Judas Priest – 7:30pm – Tickets Required

• Location: Baxter Arena – 2425 S 67th St, Omaha, NE 68182

Sept 26th-29th – Omaha Comedy Fest – Tickets Required

• Four nights of stellar comedy — including standup, improv, and sketch comedy — at venues including The Sydney Bar & Lounge, The Backline Comedy Theatre, Reverb Lounge and Benson Theatre. Omaha Comedy Fest features funny folks from across the country with standup comedian Beth Stelling headlining Saturday night. 

Sept 26th – Pumpkin Decorating Storytime – 10:30-11:30am – FREE

• 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 the conclusion of storytime, patrons will be provided one pumpkin to decorate. All craft supplies will be provided.
• Location: Florence Branch – 2920 Bondesson St, Omaha, NE 68112

Sept 26th – Ral-Stein (Adults Only Event) – 4:30-7:30pm – $25/Ticket

• The Great Festival of Beers.  Tickets are $25 which will include a commemorative mug to the first 270 people to be used for sampling!
• Location: The Granary Green – 7401 Main St, Ralston, NE 68127

Sept 26th – Light The Night Omaha 2024 – 5:30-9:00pm – Tickets Required

• At The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Light The Night we gather as a community to celebrate, honor, and remember those touched by cancers.  This is a family-friendly event with a Kids Glow Zone area, great local food vendors, fireworks show and plenty of fun activities for the whole family.
• Location: Stinson Park – 2232 S. 64th St., Omaha, NE

Sept 26th – Oct 31st – Falconwood Fall Film Series – Movies Start At Dusk – $5/pp, 4 and under FREE

• They are bringing you a variety of films to entertain you this fall:
  • Sept 26th: Selena
  • Oct 2nd: Coraline
  • Oct 3rd: Death Becomes Her
  • And More!
• Location: Falconwood Park – 905 Allied Rd, Bellevue, NE 68123

Sept 27-29th & Oct 4-6th – Junkstock – Tickets Required

• A magical one-of-a-kind festival featuring fabulous vintage, antique, and junk vendors along with makers, food trucks, bands, apple cider donuts, and Bloody Mary’s.  Tickets: $15+
• Location: 1150 River Road Dr, Waterloo, NE 68069

Sept 27th & 28th – 23rd Annual Oktoberfest on Beer Corner USA 

• Annual Oktoberfest at Beer Corner USA.
• $5/day, cash only & FREE for kids under 21 w/parent
• Enjoy live music and lots of German bier and food, including Brats, Schnitzel, Pretzels, and more!
• Location: 36th & Farnam, Omaha, NE

Sept 27th & More – Creepy Carrots Escape Room – 1pm,2pm, & 3pm – FREE [REGISTER]

• The Creepy Carrots have trapped Jasper Rabbit in a box of candy! Can you solve the puzzles and clues quick enough to save Jasper Rabbit from the Creepy Carrots? Or will he eat all the candy before we can get to him? Come find out at this escape room based on the best-selling picture book “Creepy Carrots” by Aaron Reynolds. 
• Location: Bess Johnson Elkhorn Branch – 2100 Reading Plz, Elkhorn, NE 68022

Sept 27th – Brake for Breakfast at Shadow Lake – 6:30am-8:30am – FREE

• This drive-thru event is a great way to treat yourself to a delicious breakfast and get life-saving cancer information without getting out of your car. In addition to your free breakfast, you will also receive important cancer screening information, as well as a complimentary giveaway.
• Location: Shadow Lake Towne Center parking lot behind the Hy-Vee Gas Station

Sept 27th and More – Friday Night Movies at Ditmars Orchard & Vineyard – Movie at Dusk – FREE

• Enjoy an outdoor movie at Ditmars this fall! The playground will be open for play beforehand but will close once the movie begins for safety precautions. Bring your own blankets, chairs, and bug spray and enjoy the gorgeous views, sunsets, and fall nights.
• Sept. 27th: The Lion King
• Oct. 4th: Hocus Pocus
• Oct. 11th: Beetlejuice
• Oct. 18th: The Pagemaster
• Oct. 25th: Dumb & Dumber
• Location: Ditmars Orchard & Vineyard – 19475 225th St., Council Bluffs, IA

Sept 27th – The Kitchen Madonna – 7:00pm – FREE

• Home is keeping the wolf from the door.  A Ukrainian war refugee makes a safe place for a grieving young boy who finds the courage to create a masterpiece of love and gratitude.
• Location: Chanticleer Community Theater – 1001 S 6th St, Council Bluffs, IA

Sept 28th – Applefest in Woodbine, IA

• Enjoy one of Iowa’s largest car shows, a craft show, an outdoor market, live entertainment, Kiwanis Pancake Feed, Beer Garden, and more.

Sept 28th – Brookestone Meadows Fall Craft Fair – 9:00am-3:00pm – FREE

• Everyone is invited to enjoy over 30 vendors from home décor, crafts, cleaning supplies, sweet treats, self-care, and pet supplies.  Admission into the event is free for the public.
• Location: Brookestone Meadows – 600 Brookestone Meadows Plaza, Elkhorn, NE

Sept 28th – Puzzle Exchange & Plant Sale at Bennington Farmer’s Market – 10:00am-2:00pm – FREE

• Bring a puzzle!  Take a Puzzle!
• Location: Centennial Park – 15501 Warehouse St, Bennington, NE 68007

Sept 28th – Walk out of Darkness – 10:00am-2:00pm

• Location: Stinson Park – 2232 S. 64th St., Omaha, NE

Sept 28th – Modern Market by A Local Collective – 10:00am-4:00pm

• 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.
• Location: 302 North Front Street, Waterloo, NE 68069

Sept 28th & 29th – Dozer Day Nebraska – 10:00am-4:00pm – $15/Ticket

• Dozer Day is a fun filled experience for kids to get behind the wheel of real machines the construction industry uses everyday. Kids hop in the driver’s seat and actually drive dozers, excavators and other heavy equipment with a professional operator at their side.
• Location: Sarpy County Fair Grounds – 100 Main St, Springfield, NE

Sept 28th – Husker Watch Party – 11:00am-Game End – FREE

• Husker Watch Party in the Texas Roadhouse Amphitheater!  Starting at 11AM They’ll have the Husker game vs. Purdue playing on a jumbo screen. This family friendly event will have grilled hamburgers and hotdogs, adult beverages, and games! 
• Location: Shadow Lake Amphitheatre – 7775 Olson Dr, Papillion, Nebraska 68114

Sept 28th – Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration – 11:30am-12:30pm – FREE

• Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Omaha Public Library! Join OPL for bilingual games and crafts that celebrate Hispanic culture.
  
• Location: South Omaha Library – 2808 Q St, Omaha, NE 68107

Sept 28th – Kid Coders – 12:00-1:00pm – FREE

• Through interactive and hands-on activities, young learners explore the fundamentals of programming languages and computational thinking. This class encourages creativity and problem-solving skills, helping kids develop a solid foundation in coding principles.
• Location: Do Space – 5111 N 90th St, Omaha, NE 68134

Sept 28th – Continental Drift Music Festival 2024 – Noon-10:00pm – FREE with Parking Pass

• Continental Drift Music Festival is a one-day, grassroots music festival held in Nebraska.  Originally located at Riverwest Park in Omaha, it has since relocated to the Fremont Lakes a few miles northwest of “The Big O.”  Featuring: Third Frate, Ten O’Clock Scholars, Brothers Tandem, The Farewell Season, Two Drag Club, Midwest Dilemma, Fox, Echoes At Midnight, The Whiskey Drinkers Union, and Watson&Co
• Location: Fremont Lakes State Recreation Area – 3120 State Lakes Rd, Fremont, NE 68025

Sept 28th – Apple Tasting & More Apple-Filled Fun – 1:00-3:00pm – FREE

• We have a new batch of apples to taste and rate this year, generously donated by Vala’s Apple Orchard! Discover your new favorite apple. Come for fresh fruit and lots of other fun for the whole family! Drop in any time while the Main Library is open.
• Location: Gretna Library – 736 South St, Gretna, NE

Sept 28th – Novel Pictures – Black Panther: Wakanda Forever – 1:00-4:30pm – FREE [REGISTER]

• Join the Omaha Public Library for a viewing of Marvel Studios’ “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” (PG-13) and hang around for a discussion comparing the movie to the comics and graphic novels!  Light refreshments provided by Omaha Public Library. Discussions are led by OPL staff and are open to everyone.
• Location: Saddlebrook Branch – 14850 Laurel Ave, Omaha, NE 68116

Sept 28th – Omaha Whiskey Fest (Ages 21+) – 1:00-5:00pm – $25-175/Tickets

• Omaha Whiskey Fest is a celebration of all things whiskey! Bringing together over 65 brands to cheers the best whiskeys in the world.
• Location: Hilton Omaha – 1001 Cass St, Omaha, NE

Sept 28th and More – Diary of a Wimpy Kid Escape Room – 2pm, 3pm – FREE [REGISTER]

• Greg and Rowley are stuck in a room with Rodrick! Can you help them escape? Work together to solve the puzzles and clues based on the best-selling “Diary of a Wimpy Kid” book series by Jeff Kinney before time runs out!
• Location: Milton R. Abrahams Branch – 5111 N 90th St, Omaha, NE 68134

Sept 28th – Design Studio: Starry Night Foil Painting (Ages 9-12) – 3:00-4:00pm – FREE [REGISTER]

• Get crafty and show off your art skills in this monthly program for 9-12 year olds. New project each month!
• Location: Digital Library at Papillion Landing – 1046 W Lincoln St, Papillion, NE 68046

Sept 28th – Oktoberfest – 11:00am-9:00pm

• Experience traditional Oktoberfest fun with a modern twist in City Centre! Main Street will be closed to make way for an outdoor Husker Football watch party on the big screen, live music, games and activities, food trucks, and of course, a beer garden. Festival themed fun includes an Oktoberfest costume contest, beer stein holding contest, pretzel tossing game and cornhole for good measure. Local bands include: Evans & Moore, Kenny Janak Orchestra and Funk Trek.
• Location: La Vista City Centre – 8219 City Centre Dr, La Vista, NE 68128

Sept 28th – Fall Moonlight Movie – Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire – 5:00-9:00pm – FREE

• Free fall film on the big screen where they will help celebrate 40 years of Ghostbusters and the newest franchise release!  Before the movie, visit us at The Nines Plaza (adjacent to The Astro Amphitheater) for a ghostly good time as Nebraska’s version of an ectomobile will be on display alongside movie characters in costume. Don’t be afraid of no ghost, dress in your best costume and snap photos with our large selfie frame. Come hungry! The Astro’s concessions will be open inside the gates. The first 100 arrivals will receive a free small kettle corn from the City’s welcome booth.
• Location: Astro Amphitheater – 8302 City Centre Dr, La Vista, NE 68128

Sept 28th – Kids Night Out: Athletic Animals – 5:00-9:00pm – $50/kid [REGISTER]

• 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!
• Location: Omaha Zoo – 3701 S 10th St, Omaha, NE 68107

Sept 28th – Lanterns at Twilight – 7:00-8:30pm – $15/Family or Group [REGISTER]

• Bring the family out for a fun evening of activities and s’mores. Then decorate and launch your lantern at twilight!  4 Lanterns per family group, additional lanterns can be purchased during registration for $3 each.
• Location: Walnut Grove Park – 15050 Q St, Omaha, NE

Sept 29th – Walk & Dog Fest 2024 – 11:00am-1:30pm

• Annual fundraiser for the NE Humane Society. Vendor Village, Rescue Groups, Silent Auction, Family Zone, Food area and Tito’s Canine Cantina open.  Adoption Parade and a Mile Walk along the Keystone Trail
• Location: Nebraska Humane Society Meadow – 8929 Fort Street

Sept 29th – Pumpkins with a Purpose – 11:00am-3:00pm

• Embrace the spirit of giving this fall at Omaha Children’s Museum’s second annual Pumpkins with a Purpose on Sunday, September 29, 11-3 at Granary Green!  Food Trucks, Vendor Fair, Pony Rides, Mini Pumpkin Patch, Petting Zoo, Mechanical Bull, and more!
• Location: The Granary – 7373 Main St, Omaha, NE 68127

Sept 29th – 3rd Annual THOR Trail Fest – 12:00-5:00pm

• Kids can enjoy complimentary refreshments, hot dogs, and kid-friendly biking zones. Additionally, partners will be offering bicycle and gear raffles and giveaways. We’ll top it all off with mellow live music and a relaxed atmosphere for you to come and go between trail ride sessions with old and new friends.
• Location: Platte River State Park – 14421 346th St, Louisville, NE 68037

Sept 29th – Saturdays @ Stinson Concert Series in Aksarben Village – 1:00-4:00pm – 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!
  • Sept 29th (1:00-4:00pm): eNVy
• Location: Stinson Park- 2232 S. 64th St., Omaha, NE

Sept 29th – Habitat Hikes: Wetlands – 2:00-4:00pm – FREE/Members, $15/Non-Members [REGISTER]

• Explore Nebraska’s prairies, wetlands and forests at Fontenelle Forest’s Habitat Hikes! Join their naturalist educators on a guided hike through these different habitats and learn about each of these unique ecosystems!  Habitat Hikes will be held monthly, as they visit different locations and discover habitat changes each season.
• Location: Wetlands – 103 Camp Gifford Rd, Bellevue, NE 68005

Sept 30th – Make a Fall Leaves Sensory Bottle – 11:00am – FREE

• Fall into a world of sensory delight at their make-your-own fall leaves sensory bottle event!  Let your creativity flow as you capture the beauty of autumn in a mesmerizing bottle masterpiece. It’s time to leaf your worries behind and immerse yourself in the magic of the season! This is a FREE all ages event!!  First come, first serve, while supplies last!
• Location: The Learning Express – 120 Regency Pkwy, Omaha, NE 68114

Sept 30th – DIY Coin Pouch – 2:30-3:45pm – FREE

• Need a place to put that penny you found on the sidewalk, but don’t have any pockets? Stop in to the Treehouse to create your own coin pouch! Most appropriate for kids kindergarten through 6th grade.
• Location: Council Bluffs Library – 400 Willow Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51503

Sept 30th – The World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra – 7:00pm – Tickets Required

• In the mood again? Experience the world-famous Glenn Miller Orchestra at the Holland Music Club as they return to Omaha by popular demand for one night only on their national tour!
• Location: Holland Performing Arts Center – 1200 Douglas St, Omaha, NE 68102

Oct 5th – All Hallows Eve Festival – 4:00pm-9:00pm – Free with Park Entry Fee

• This year’s annual All Hallows Eve Festival at Botna Bend promises fun for the entire family including hayrack rides, cookie decorating, hot dogs, and trick or treating! The public is invited to participate in fun fall activities hosted by Botna Bend Park staff and campers.
• Location: Botna Bend Park – 42926 Mahogany Rd, Hancock, IA 51536

Oct 12th – St Andrew’s Arts and Crafts Faire – 9:00am-4:00pm – $3/pp

• A wide variety of arts and crafts, including glass fusing, quilted items, jewelry, knit & crochet, painting, handmade cards, woodcrafts, holiday items, bake sale, and more.
• Location: St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church – 925 S 84th St, Omaha, NE 68114

Oct 20th – Dundee Vintage Market: Fall Edition – 10:00am-3:00pm – FREE

• Discover a curated selection of treasures from 12+ of the best local vintage vendors, each offering unique pieces from different decades. Dive into a world of vintage clothing, home goods, and more, all waiting to be explored and added to your collection. From retro fashion finds to one-of-a-kind decor items, there’s something for everyone at this market.
• Location: 5011 Underwood Ave, Omaha, NE

Oct 26th – Millard North Makers Market Craft Fair – $3/Advance, $5/Door

• Location: Millard North – 1010 S 144th St, Omaha, NE

Nov 2nd – Millard West Fall Craft Fair – 9:00am-3:00pm

• Location: Millard West High School – 3534 S 108th St, Omaha, NE 68144

Nov 9th – 2024 Fall Westside High School Craft Fair – 8:00am – $3/pp

• There will be 130+ Vendors, Food Trucks, a Raffle and Swag Bags for the first 50 Shoppers!
• Location: Westside High School – 8701 Pacific St, Omaha, NE 

Nov 16th – Fall Elkhorn High School Craft Fair – 8:00am-3:00pm – $3/pp

• The Elkhorn High School Fall Craft Fair is a fundraiser supporting the Track & Cheer Teams. There will be over 130 vendors, food trucks, a raffle, and the first 50 shoppers through the door will get a SWAG BAG!
• Location: Elkhorn High School – 1401 Veterans Dr, Elkhorn, NE 68022

Nov 16th – 10th Annual Fall Craft Fair at Holy Cross Lutheran Church – 9:00am-3:00pm – FREE

• Over 30 arts & crafts vendors from around the Omaha area will be set up with their goods to help kick off your holiday shopping!
• Location: Holy Cross Lutheran – 4117 Terrace Dr, Omaha, NE

2024 FALL FUN GUIDES

Try a new place for Ice Cream

• Fall is perfect for sharing Ice Cream with friends – including the Tower, an old-fashioned Soda Fountain, and more!

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.

Explore a Favorite Hiking or Walking Trail

• Venture on a hiking or walking trail in the Omaha area with kids!
• Some of our favorites include the Waterfall Trail at Platte River State Park and the scenic trails at Hitchcock Nature Center. 

Enjoy a New Playground 

• The Omaha Area is full of neighborhood parks with walking trails, playgrounds, swings, picnic areas, and more!

Go On a Camping Trip 

• Enjoy the outdoors with tips for 8 of the best places to go camping near Omaha.

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Past Events

Labor Day Weekend Events

33rd Annual Fort Omaha Intertribal Powwow

Metropolitan Community College, 5300 N. 30th St. Omaha, NE 68111

Celebrating Native American cultures, the powwow honors the traditional dance, music, artistry, oral history and foods of various tribes across Nebraska and the surrounding region including Omaha, Ponca, Santee Sioux and Winnebago.

More Information

Sept 15th – Friday Night Bites – 5-8pm

• Food Trucks, Beer Garden, Games, Music & Activities for all ages.
• Location: Papillion Landing – 1046 W Lincoln St, Papillion, NE 68046

Sept 16th – Antler View Block Party – 9-11am – FREE

• Join the Antler View Businesses for Waffles with The Waffleman, Face Painting and Balloon Artists, Special Offers, and FUN for the whole family.
• Location: Arbor Bank – 18924 Evans St., Elkhorn, NE 68022

Through Sept 2nd – Nebraska State Fair – Ticket Required

• The 2024 State Fair will include 4-H and FFA livestock competitions, contests, presentations, and much more!

Aug 30th – Sept 1st – 40th Annual La Festa Italiana – Tickets Required

Aug 31st – Sept 1st – Living History Weekend at Fort Atkinson State Historical Park – 10:00am-4:00pm – Park Permit Req

• Visitors will be able to glimpse the activities that would have taken place at this 1820’s era outpost. 
• A valid Nebraska Park Entry Permit is required for all vehicles to enter the park and can be purchased at the site.
• Location: Fort Atkinson State Historical Park – 201 S. 7th St., Fort Calhoun, NE

Sept 1st – Boat Cart at Gene Leahy Mall – 10:00am-4:00pm – FREE

• The RiverFront Boat Cart is here! The Boat Cart provides free remote controlled boats for everyone to enjoy. Adults and kids are invited to check out a boat to use in our boat cove, then return it once they are done using it.  The Boat Cart will be located by the Boat Cove!
• Location: Gene Leahy Mall – 1001 Douglas St, Omaha, NE 68102

Sept 1st – Afro Fest Omaha 2024 – 2:00-10:00pm – Tickets Required

• Afro Fest Omaha The Festival will showcase Live Music, Dance, Arts and Crafts, and authentic African cuisine, a Children Activities area, a learning and Arts exhibition section as welt as a variety of organizations, businesses, student groups, and other Individuals From the community who are working every day to connect with others, create a vision for themselves and their community, and inspire others to join them in their efforts.
• Tickets: $15 – $80
• Location: Heartland of America Park at The RiverFront – 800 Douglas Street Omaha, NE 68102

Sept 2nd – 2024 Labor Day Parade – 10:00am – FREE

• Join the celebration on September 2nd. Parade starts at 10am.
• Come together with our community to honor the hard work and dedication of all workers. Bring your friends, family, and neighbors to enjoy a day filled with music, floats, and fun!!!
• Line up along the parade route: Parade starts at 16th and Cass Street traveling South to Capitol Ave – East on Capitol Ave to 10th Street – 10th Street North to Mike Fahey Street – Mike Fahey Street West to 12th Street – 12th Street South to Cass Street. The parade ends at 12th and Cass Street

Sept 2nd – Labor Day Playdoh Sensory Jars – 11:00am – FREE

• Red White and AWESOME!! Celebrate Labor Day with us with a DIY Patriotic Sensory Playdoh Jar 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

Sept 3rd – Button Bonanza – 2:00-4:00pm – FREE

• Create a button design and learn how to use the button maker!
• Location: La Vista Public Library – 9110 Giles Rd, La Vista, NE 68128

Sept 3rd – Make It! ToyBox 3D Printing – 5:00-6:00pm – FREE [REGISTER]

• Unleash your creativity and dive into the world of 3D printing with our Make It class at Do Space! This hands-on workshop is centered around the Toybox 3D printer, a fantastic tool that turns imagination into tangible creations.
• Location: Do Space – 5111 N 90th St, Omaha, NE 68134

Sept 4th – Little Saplings Nature Discover Program: Clouds – 9:00-10:00am or 10:00-11:00am – $4/kids, $5/adults

• Little Saplings, Schramm Education Center’s early childhood nature discovery program. Little Saplings, a monthly program designed for children ages 2 – 5 and their adult caregiver, will bring nature themes to life for your child through story time, sensory activities, crafts, and outdoor exploration!
• Location: Schramm Education Center – 21502 West Highway 31, Gretna, NE

Sept 4th – Meet a Real Fire Crew – 10:30-11:00am – FREE

• Join us for a story about fire fighters. Then meet a real fire crew from the Council Bluffs Fire Department! Most appropriate for kids 5 and under and an adult companion.
• Location: Council Bluffs Library – 400 Willow Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51503

Sept 4th – Tinker Zone: Candy Architecture – 3:00-5:00pm – FREE

• Use Brach’s Candy pumpkins and toothpicks to build a candy structure that won’t fall down! This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last.
• Location: Council Bluffs Library – 400 Willow Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51503

Sept 4th – Critter Chat with Scatter Joy Acres: Albino Wallaby – 3:00-5:00pm – FREE

• The Gene Leahy Mall will feature a different animal each week! Come interact with, touch, and learn about these cute and cuddly animals.  Maisey will be on hand from 3 PM to 5 PM.
• Location: Gene Leahy Mall at The Canopies – corner of 13^th and Farnam Street

Sept 4th – Library Sizzle Squad (Ages 10-18) – 4:00pm – FREE [REGISTER]

• Recipe: Yogurt Parfaits
• Location: La Vista Public Library – 9110 Giles Rd, La Vista, NE 68128

Sept 5th – Design It! Scratch Storytelling – 5:00-6:00pm – FREE [REGISTER]

• Dive into the world of interactive storytelling with our Scratch Storytelling class at Do Space! This workshop is perfect for anyone interested in blending creativity with technology.
• Location: Do Space – 5111 N 90th St, Omaha, NE 68134

Sept 6th – Opera Outdoors – 7:00pm – FREE

• Opera Omaha’s annual kick-off to the Season returns. Spread out your picnic blanket, kick off your shoes and relax as the songs of birds and opera intertwine. This FREE, family-friendly opera concert, which has become a community favorite, is held at Midtown Crossing’s Turner Park and includes some of opera’s greatest hits.  Rain Date September 7th
• Location: Turner Park – 3110 Farnam St, Omaha, NE 68131

Sept 6th – Sunset Hike at Fontenelle – 7:00-8:30pm – Registration Required

• This hike will explore the gravel and dirt trails near the Nature Center then head to the third loop of the Boardwalk to watch the sunset over the Missouri River.
• Cost: $10 for Members, $18 for Non-Members
• Location: Fontenelle Forest Nature Center – 1111 Bellevue Blvd North, Bellevue,NE

Sept 6th – Fireworks Fiesta! – 5:30-9:00pm – FREE

• 18th Annual Fireworks event.  Free Family Fun, Food Trucks, Live Music.
• Location: StoneBridge Christian Church – 15801 Butler Ave, Omaha, NE 68116

Sept 7th – Cars & Coffee at Shadow Lake – 7:00-11:00am – FREE

• Cool cars, free donuts, coffee and mingling. Do you have a cool car you would like to show off? Bring it!! No fee, just show up.
• Location: Shadow Lake Towne Center Behind Early Bird – 7775 Olson Dr, Papillion, NE 68046

Sept 7th – Home Depot Kids Kits: Field Goal Game – 9am-12pm – FREE

• First Saturday of each month between 9 am – 12 pm home depot has free in-person Kids Workshops. 

World O! Water

Chalco Hills Recreation Area, 8901 S 154th St, Omaha, NE 68138

Don’t miss the World O! Water festival on Saturday, September 7th! This fun, family-friendly event takes place from 12-4pm at Chalco Hills Recreation Area in Omaha. Enjoy hands-on activities, crafts, and science experiments, see wildlife demonstrations, and learn about water conservation from experts in the field. A free lunch will be provided while supplies last! Learn more at WorldOWater.org.

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Sept 7th – Monarch Tagging at Hitchcock Nature Center – 9am, 11am, 1pm, 3pm – $5/pp

• After learning about these amazing migrators, participants are invited to hit the trails with nets in search of monarch butterflies. Staff will show you how we tag and release them. You are welcome to bring your own butterfly net or use one of ours. This event will be held entirely outside.
• Location: Hitchcock Nature Center – 27792 Ski Hill Loop, Honey Creek, Iowa 51542

Sept 7th – 2nd Annual Smile Fest – 11:00am-3:00pm – $5/kid

• carnival games, concessions, vendors, kids zones, bounce houses, family and teen tent, hamster ball racing, big bubble soccer, and more! This is a family festival and fundraiser open to EVERYONE. $5 wristband for the kids to play games all day, bulk price for larger families.
• Location: Bayliss Park – 100 Pearl St, Council Bluffs, IA

Sept 7th – Rescheduled Summer Finale Party Bennington Library – 1:00-3:00pm – FREE

• Don’t forget to attend the rescheduled Summer Reading Finale Party in Centennial Park! Join them for slides, activities, treats, and more. All are welcome – see you then!
• Location: Centennial Park – 15501 Warehouse St, Bennington, NE 68007

Sept 7th – Fields of Flight Hot Air Balloon Festival at Ditmar’s Orchard – 5:30-9:30 p.m. – Tickets Required

• Experience this amazing sight as hot air balloons take to the sky along with live music!
• Admission: $30+tax/car includes admission for all passengers. Pre-pay for parking.
• Location: Ditmars Orchard & Vineyard – 19475 225th St., Council Bluffs, IA.

Sept 8th – Hero Fest 2024 – 9:00am-4:30pm – Included in Museum Admission

• Celebrate and recognize the incredible dedication and sacrifices made by our first responders and military personnel. This event is a family-friendly celebration filled with activities, including live music from AMFM, a local band out of Lincoln, NE, that will get everyone moving and grooving. Admission is free for all first responders and military service members

Sept 8th – Harvest Party – 11:00am-2:00pm

• Enjoy live music by bluegrass-inspired Daniel and the Deliverance. Grab a bite to eat and shop popups from more of your local favorites.  Mini Pumpkin Painting, Honey Tasting, Straw Maze and Fall Pie Contest.
• Location: Mulhalls – 3615 N 120th Street, Omaha, NE

Sept 8th – All-European Show and Shine – Noon-3:00pm – Included with Garden Admission

• See fine European cars and motorcycles on display. Imagine models of Jaguar, Porsche, Mercedes-Benz, Ducati, BMW, Ferrari, Pantera, Alfa Romeo, Austin Healey and others surrounded by the beauty of the garden.
• Location: Lauritzen Gardens – 100 Bancroft Street, Omaha NE 68108

Sept 7th & 8th – 53rd Annual Rockbrook Village Art Fair – 10:00am-5:00pm – FREE

• Featuring artists from across the country, our art showcase is designed and dedicated to those who create and appreciate quality works of art. Whether you’re looking for sculpture, jewelry, ceramics, glass, wood, textiles and more, there is something for everyone here at the Rockbrook Village Art Fair!
• Location: Rockbrook Village – 2800 S. 110th Ct., Omaha, NE

Through Sept 8th – Sunflower Fest – 9:00am- 9:00pm (Closes at 5 p.m. M-Th) – Tickets Required

• Take some pictures and take some flowers home, too!
• Location: Nelson Produce Farm – 23301 Deer Ridge Rd, Valley, NE

Sept 7-8th – Vala’s Cider and Sunflower Festival – Tickets Required

• Enjoy our freshly pressed apple cider, made with our own apples; we have sweet cider for everyone, and hard cider for those 21+. Plus festival entertainment, acres of sunflowers, gorgeous free photo opportunities, butterfly releases, flower picking, limited-time food specials and a unique opportunity to experience a guided tour of our hard ciders in the apple orchard at sunset.
• Location: Vala’s Pumpkin Patch & Apple Orchard – 12102 S. 180th St., Gretna, NE
• See more Apple Orchards here!

Sept 9th – Make Huskers Football Slime – 11:00am – FREE

• GO BIG RED!!!!! Football is in full swing!! Help kick off football season with a fun Huskers Football Slime craft!! This is a FREE all ages event! First come, first serve while supplies last!
• Location: The Learning Express – 120 Regency Pkwy, Omaha, NE 68114

Sept 9th – Sand Art – 2:30-3:45pm – FREE

• Bottled Sand Art.  Drop in and create your very own sand art bottle.
• Location: Council Bluffs Library – 400 Willow Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51503

Sept 10th – Homeschool in the Hills: Iowa’s First People – 10:00-11:30am or 1:00-2:30pm – $5/child

• How long have people lived in and around Iowa’s Loess Hills? What role did ancient people play in shaping the landscape? How were ancient people able to survive and thrive? What sort of relationship did they have with the landscape around them? Learn more about Iowa’s first people during this month’s Homeschool in the Hills program
• Location: Hitchcock Nature Center – 27792 Ski Hill Loop, Honey Creek, IA 51542

Sept 10th – Out & About Storytime at Cup & Cone – 10:30-11:00am – FREE

• Location: Cup & Cone – 15420 S 2nd St, Bennington, NE 68007

Sept 10th – 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, They’ll be there!  They will be under the big white pavilion.
• Location: Gene Leahy Mall – 1001 Douglas St, Omaha, NE 68102

Sept 10th – Toddler Tuesday: Pretendables Day of Play with Miss Tina! – 10:30-11:30am – FREE

• They’re turning their store into a bakery! Come and decorate some cookies and then have fun trying out the Pretendables Bakery, Cookies & Milk, Cinnamon Roll, and Pizza Oven sets. It’s going to be a scrum-didly-umptious pretend-play adventure!
• Location: Fat Brain Toys – 16909 Burke St, Omaha, NE 68118

Sept 10th – The Joslyn Reopens! – 1:00-8:00pm – FREE

• After a 2 year closure The Joslyn Art Museum reopens on Tuesday, September 10, 2024.
• Location: The Joslyn Museum – 2200 Dodge St in Omaha, NE

Sept 11th – Creative Movement with Motion Works Dance – 10:30-11:00am – FREE

• 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.
• Location: Council Bluffs Library – 400 Willow Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51503

Sept 11th – Critter Chat with Scatter Joy Acres: Capybara – 3:00-5:00pm – FREE

• The Gene Leahy Mall will feature a different animal each week! Come interact with, touch, and learn about these cute and cuddly animals.  Jamari will be on hand from 3 PM to 5 PM.
• Location: Gene Leahy Mall at The Canopies – corner of 13^th and Farnam Street

Sept 11th – Tinker Zone: Candy Architecture – 3:00-5:00pm – FREE

• Use Brach’s Candy pumpkins and toothpicks to build a candy structure that won’t fall down! This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last.
• Location: Council Bluffs Library – 400 Willow Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51503

Sept 11th – Family Night at The Union – 5:00-7:00pm – FREE

• 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: Legos, weaving, clay, sculpture, beading, and more. These events are FREE and open to the public. No registration required to participate.
• Location: The Union for Contemporary Art – 2423 North 24th St, Omaha, NE 68110

Sept 11th – Avatar: The Last Airbender in Concert – 7:00pm – Tickets Required

• Experience the beloved animated series’ soundtrack performed by a live orchestra, as Aang’s epic journey comes to life on the big screen.
• Location: Orpheum Theater – 409 S 16th St, Omaha, NE 68102

Sept 12th – Out & About Reading Party – 6:30-7:30pm – FREE

• In this nontraditional book club, there are no assigned readings – you just read what you bring! All readers are welcome—e-books, audiobooks, textbooks, comic books… it’s BYO Book. However, if you pop in or forget your book, OPL’s Mobile Library, aka Poppy, will be there! There will be a small collection of materials available and on-site circulation services.
• Location: Lewis and Clark Landing – 345 Riverfront Dr, Omaha, NE 68102

Sept 12th – Schramm After Dark: Spider Night Hike – 7:30-8:30pm – FREE

• Join them for a spider night hike. We will use flashlights to search for sparkling webs and reflective eyes as we hunt for amazing arachnids on the Hackberry Trail. Bring your own flashlight or head lamp. This is a free program; State Park Vehicle Entry Permit required. Meet at the park shelter next to Pond A (the first pond as you enter the park)
• Location: Schramm Education Center – 21502 West Highway 31, Gretna, NE

Sept 13th & 14th – Fall Open Houses Papillion – FREE

• Explore the vibrant heart of our city and get a sneak peek into the unique businesses that make downtown shine. Whether you’re a local or a visitor, this is your chance to: Meet the Owners, Exclusive Offers, Live Entertainment, Discover New Favorites.  
• Location: Downtown Papillion – Washington St, Papillion, NE

Sept 13th – Scarecrow Cupcakes & Storytime – 11:00am – FREE

• Don’t be a scaredy cat!! Join them for a fall-tastic afternoon of sweet treats, storytelling and giggles galore!! They will be decorating Scarecrow Cupcakes sure to put us in the autumn mood!! While you indulge in the sweet treats you can enjoy the story of “The Scarecrow”! This is a FREE, all ages event! First come, first serve, while supplies last!
• Location: The Learning Express – 120 Regency Pkwy, Omaha, NE 68114

Sept 13th – Emoji Painting at Gretna Library – 4:00-5:00pm – FREE [REGISTER]

• Emojis have invaded the library! Paint your favorite emoji back onto canvas where it belongs. Kids will be guided through painting an emoji on canvas board. This event is for kids in grades 2-5. Registration is required as space is limited. Register below or with a librarian.
• Location: Gretna Library – 736 South St, Gretna, NE

Sept 13th – Intro to Climbing with Omaha Rock Gym – 5:00-6:00pm – FREE

• Join Approach Climbing Gym for an introduction to rock climbing.  Visit the Arches Playground to learn more!
• Location: Gene Leahy Mall – 1001 Douglas St, Omaha, NE 68102

Sept 13th – Beats & Seats – Adults Only – 6:30-9:30pm – FREE

• Omaha’s first adult Musical Chairs event.  Race for a seat while a local DJ provides the perfect soundtrack for your Friday night! And to make the night even more fun, there will be surprises and prizes!  Whether you’re a young professional, college student, midtown Omaha enthusiast, or just love playful competition, this is your chance to relive carefree days in a fun, unique way.
• Location: Turner Park – 3110 Farnam St, Omaha, NE 68131

Sept 13th – One Community Cultural Festival – Sounds of the City – 2:00-9:00pm – FREE

• Sounds of the City is a celebration of Omaha’s unique sounds in the heart of downtown. This free outdoor concert at the Gene Leahy Mall will feature the Omaha Symphony along with a multitude of community partners, artists, and organizations from all over the city. Joining the orchestra on stage are musicians and dancers from Culxr House, Kokyo Taiko, Nebraska Chinese Association, NOMA, and the Heartland Youth Ballet.
• Location: Gene Leahy Mall – 1001 Douglas St, Omaha, NE 68102

Sept 13th – Star Party at Mahoney State Park – 9:00pm-11:30pm – FREE with park entry permit

• Stargazing at Eugene T. Mahoney State Park!  Powerful telescopes will be set up at the park’s golf shack for a glimpse of night sky spectaculars.  Rain Date Saturday Sept 14th

Sept 13th – Omaha Family Fun Night – 6:00-10:00pm – FREE

• A fun night for our city and the families in it! All the fun stuff is completely free- The only thing you will need to pay for is food at the food trucks! They will have bounce houses, an airbrush artist, balloon artist, popcorn, candy, and an outdoor movie showing of “Inside Out 2”. Movie will begin at dusk. Please bring a lawn chair or blanket!  Food Trucks: Monster Dogs, The Paddy Wagon, and Dough & Co.  They are partnering with Release Inc. Foster Care Organization. If you bring a donation of 1 item or more for their foster care closet, you will be entered into large raffle prizes for your generosity.
• Location: Zorinsky Soccer Fields – 156th & F St.

Sept 14th – Botna Bend Pancake Feed – 8:00-11:00am – Free Will Donations + $3/vehicle Park Entry Fee

• Every spring Botna Bend park rangers Jon Fenner and Cory Thomas and their staff tap the silver maple trees that call the park home and collect their sweet sap to make homemade maple syrup. You can taste the delicious fruits of their labor by joining us for our annual Pancake Feed!
• Location: Botna Bend Park – 42926 Mahogany Rd, Hancock, IA 51536

Sept 14th – Arrowhead Obstacle Trail Run – Registration Required

• Arrowhead’s Obstacle Trail Run returns! Getting moving outdoors and have run during this 5k trail run with 15+ Obstacles and a 1-Mile Kids Course with 10+ Obstacles.
• Location: Arrowhead Park – 29357 310th St Neola, IA US 51559

Sept 14th – La Vista Loop 2K Fun Run – 9:00-11:30am – FREE

• The second annual Fun Run returns! Run (or walk) the trails in Central Park and have fun doing it during the 2K Fun Run. Costumes are encouraged and prizes will be awarded amongst different categories. Advanced registration is encouraged, although walk-ups will be allowed. The first 100 to register receive a free La Vista water bottle. Costume judging 9-9:55 a.m., run starts at 10 a.m., awards at 11 a.m.
• Location: The Nines Plaza at The Link – 8303 Central Pk Plz, La Vista, NE 68128

Sept 14th – 2024 Race for Big Dreams – 9:00am-Noon

• The Race for Big Dreams is CRCC’s annual signature event intended to raise needed funds to continue to provide important services while also engaging with our community in support of our clients, staff and families.
• Location: Stinson Park – 2232 S. 64th St., Omaha, NE

Sept 14th & 15th – Truck & Tractor Days – 9:00am- 5:00pm – Tickets Required

• Nelson Produce Farm annual Truck and Tractor Days.  Get a close up look at the machines that make up Nebraska Agriculture! From antique tractors, modern day farming equipment, and heavy duty machinery on display, kids and adults  will have a great time with tractor and semi truck rides.
• Location: Nelson Produce Farm – 23301 Deer Ridge Rd., Valley, NE

Sept 14th – Monarch Tagging with Fontenelle Forest – 10:00am – $15/members, $20/non-members

• A morning of butterfly tagging at the Neale Woods prairie, where you will learn how to get involved in national conservation efforts. Naturalist educators will explain the background of the Monarch Watch tagging project and show participants how to safely catch and tag butterflies. Participants can take a set of tags home after the program to continue protecting these iconic butterflies in their own communities!
• Location: Neale Woods Nature Reserve – 14323 Edith Marie Ave, Omaha, NE 68112

Sept 14th – Two Patents & A Great Idea – 10:00-11:30am or 2:00-3:30pm – FREE [REGISTER]

• Flex your creativity as you work with a group to invent a new idea from two existing patents, brand it and pitch it. This is an interactive workshop that includes an overview of Intellectual Property, the patent process, and how to protect your own intellectual property.
• Locations:
  • 2:00-3:30pm: Milton R. Abrahams Branch – 5111 N 90th St, Omaha, NE 68134
  • 10:00-11:30am: Charles B. Washington Branch – 2868 Ames Ave, Omaha, NE 68111

Sept 14th – Wackadoo! NFM’s Having a Dance Mode Party – 10:00am-2:00pm – FREE

• Your favorite blue heeler puppy is coming to NFM to take selfies with you! Make sure to stop by on Saturday, September 14th from 10am to 2pm to be part of the dance mode party.
• Location: NFM – 700 S 72nd St, Omaha, NE 68114

Sept 14th – Fall Craft Show (Fremont) – 10:00am-5:00pm

• Fremont Mall is hosting a Fall 2024 Craft Show!  Come out and explore one-of-a-kind vendors
• Location: Fremont Mall – 860 E 23rd St, Fremont, NE 68025

Sept 14th – The Hello Kitty Café Truck – 10:00am-7:00pm

• The Hello Kitty Cafe Truck is returning to Village Pointe Shopping Center on Saturday 9/14! Go say hello to them in the parking lot south of Old Navy

Sept 14th & 15th – NE Mystic Expo

• Readers, Healers, Psychics, Mediums, Spiritual Vendors, Crystals, Door Prizes, Aura Photos, and more.
• Location: Liberty First Credit Union Arena – 7300 Q St, Ralston, NE 68127

Sept 14th – Sensational Slime – 2:00-3:00pm – FREE [REGISTER]

• Join OPL for an exploration of slime! Participants will learn how animals use slime in nature, weird slime facts, and how to make their own slime. All supplies are included.
• Location: 
  • 14th (2:00-3:00pm): Bess Johnson Elkhorn Branch – 2100 Reading Plz, Elkhorn, NE 68022
  • 21st (1:00-2:00pm): Benson Branch – 6015 Binney St, Omaha, NE 68104

Sept 14th – 4th Annual One Community Cultural Festival – 2:00-9:00pm – FREE

• Join the Nebraska Chinese Association and The RiverFront for an afternoon of cultural performances, regional vendors, family activities, and a great selection of food! Performances will encapsulate various cultures, with live music and dancing from 2 to 9 PM. The One Community Festival will be held at the Performance Pavilion and Downtown Green event lawn at Gene Leahy Mall.
• Location: Gene Leahy Mall – 1001 Douglas St, Omaha, NE 68102

Sept 14th – Fall Sip & Shop at T&T’s – 3:00-8:00pm

• Come share the fall vibes at the 2nd Saturday at T&T’s: Fall Sip & Shop.  Around 20 local businesses will be in the green space to shop from.  A selection of delicious food trucks will be surrounding the patio.  Live music will be being performed in the green space
• Location: T&T: Trucks & Taps Patio – 5402 S 108th St, Omaha, NE

Sept 14th – Flix at the Chef: IF – Movie at Dusk – FREE

• Movies start at dusk. Free parking, Bring blankets or chairs to sit on. Food, drinks, and ice cream for sale at Dairy Chef.
• Location: Dairy Chef – 3223 N. 204th St., Elkhorn, NE

Sept 15th – 69th Annual Mount Michael Fall Festival – 10:00am-5:00pm – FREE

• Come on out to Mount Michael’s Fall Festival – admission is FREE! There will be live music, their famous cake tent and cake walk, inflatables, face painting, hayrack rides, and so much more!
• Location: Mount Michael Benedictine School – 22520 Mt Michael Rd, Elkhorn, NE 68022

Sept 15th – Boulevard Jam by Morton Meadow Neighborhood Association’s – 4:00pm-7:00pm – FREE

• Morton Meadow Neighborhood Association biggest annual neighborhood event of the year.  Bike parade, games, raffles, food, bounce house.
• Location: Twin Ridge Blvd & Pine St

Sept 16th – Fall Sensory Bin – 11:00am – FREE

• It’s FALL Ya’ll!! Explore all the textures of the season with their DIY Sensory Bin Workshop!! Crunchy leaves, prickly acorns, and smooth corn kernels!! This is a FREE, all ages event! First come, first serve, while supplies last!
• Location: The Learning Express – 120 Regency Pkwy, Omaha, NE 68114

Sept 16th – Teen-y Tiny Art (Teens) – 4:00-5:00pm – FREE

• Drop-in to paint a 2-inch mini-masterpiece.
• Location: Gretna Library – 736 South St, Gretna, NE

Sept 16th – 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

Sept 16th – Teen Craft Night: Comic Bookmarks – 6:00-7:00pm – FREE [REGISTER]

• Attention teens. Get your craft on during this monthly teen program. Different craft every month.
• Location: Digital Library at Papillion Landing – 1046 W Lincoln St, Papillion, NE 68046

Sept 17th – Toddler Tuesday: Hit the Road with Miss Jill – 10:30-11:30am – FREE

• Vroom on by for some four-wheeled fun! Miss Jill will be there with a cute car-themed story, an exciting parachute activity, and little cars for kids to make and take home. Plus, they’ll be demoing a couple of their favorite car toys. Fuel up with fun at Fat Brain Toys.
• Location: Fat Brain Toys – 16909 Burke St, Omaha, NE 68118

Sept 17th – Stem Lab: Rubber Band STEM (Ages 9-12) – 2:00-3:00pm – FREE [REGISTER]

• 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.
• Location: Digital Library at Papillion Landing – 1046 W Lincoln St, Papillion, NE 68046

Sept 18th – Critter Chat with Scatter Joy Acres: Kinkajou – 3:00-5:00pm – FREE

• The Gene Leahy Mall will feature a different animal each week! Come interact with, touch, and learn about these cute and cuddly animals.  Mateo will be on hand from 3 PM to 5 PM.
• Location: Gene Leahy Mall at The Canopies – corner of 13^th and Farnam Street

Sept 19th – Homeschool Hikes: What’s Your Niche? – 1:00-2:30pm (19th) – $4/kids, $5/adults

• Little Saplings, Schramm Education Center’s early childhood nature discovery program. Little Saplings, a monthly program designed for children ages 2 – 5 and their adult caregiver, will bring nature themes to life for your child through story time, sensory activities, crafts, and outdoor exploration!
• Location: Schramm Education Center – 21502 West Highway 31, Gretna, NE

Sept 19th – Out & About Storytime: Lauritzen Gardens – 10:00-11:00am – FREE

• Join OPL at Lauritzen Gardens for stories that celebrate gardens, plants, insects and more, and discover the joys of nature, movement, music and literature.
• Location: Lauritzen Gardens – 100 Bancroft Street, Omaha NE 68108

Sept 19th – Pirate Party – 10:00-11:00am – FREE

• Ahoy, me hearties! Come celebrate “Talk Like a Pirate Day” with us at the library. We’ll have music, crafts, and a photo booth available.
• Location: Sump Memorial Library – 222 N Jefferson St, Papillion, NE 68046

Sept 19th – Homeschool Huddle: Oregon Trail – 1:00-3:00pm – FREE

• Yee-haw partners! Load your wagon and see if you have what it takes to travel the Oregon Trail! Travel along the first floor of the Library and participate in Oregon Trail activities and as always, watch out for dysentery!
• Location: Council Bluffs Library – 400 Willow Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51503

Sept 19th – Cricut Cafe at Gretna Library – 4:00-7:00pm – FREE

• Walk in with something to customize using the library’s Cricut cutting machine. A limited supply of materials to customize will be available. Have something in mind? Contact the library to help plan your project!
• Location: Gretna Library – 736 South St, Gretna, NE

Sept 20th – ABC Bash by Gretna Library – 10:30-Noon – FREE

• Celebrate the ABCs at this party for 1-6 year olds! Discover fun new ways to practice letter recognition.  Drop in at any time; no registration or library card required.
• Location: Gretna United Methodist Church – 11457 S. 204th St

Sept 20th – Pumpkin Patch Pudding Cups & Storytime – 11:00am – FREE

• Bring your lil Pumpkins in for a harvest themed adventure of sweet treats and storytelling!! They will be making their very own Pumpkin Patch Pudding Cups. then as you indulge in your sweet treats gather around to hear the story “The Biggest Pumpkin Ever!!” This is a FREE, all ages event!! Spots are limited and first come first serve, while supplies last!
• Location: The Learning Express – 120 Regency Pkwy, Omaha, NE 68114

Sept 20th & 21st – Omaha River City Rodeo – Tickets Required

• Two nights of high caliber PRCA rodeo action featuring all seven rodeo events including steer wrestling, team roping and bull riding. World champion cowboys will be competing at the rodeo for their official entry into the National Finals Rodeo
• Location: CHI Health Center – 455 N 10th St, Omaha, NE 68102

Sept 20th – Mario Kart Tournament (Ages 9-18) – 4:00-5:00pm (Session 1), 5:00-6:00pm (Session 2) – FREE [REGISTER]

• Are you ready to race? Join once a month for your chance to prove your skills at Mario Kart. They’ll have two sessions. Winners get a prize! For ages 9-18.
• Location: Digital Library at Papillion Landing – 1046 W Lincoln St, Papillion, NE 68046

Sept 20th – Kids Night Out (1st-5th Grade) – 5:00-8:00pm – $10/Kid [REGISTER by Sept 13th]

• Drop the kids off for a camp style evening of fun at AV Sorensen. The kids will eat pizza, do crafts and play games and parents can enjoy and evening to themselves! For children in 1st-5th grade.
• Location: A.V. Sorensen – 4808 Cass Street, Omaha, NE

Sept 20th & 21st – Oktoberfest at German American Society – 20th (5:00-10:00pm), 21st (12:00-Midnight)

• Celebrate the 140th German Day and Oktoberfest with us! Enjoy authentic German cuisine, finely crafted beers, lively music, and traditional dancing. Bring your family and friends for a weekend of unity, history, and pure joy. Prost!
• Location: German-American Society – 3717 S. 120th St., Omaha, NE

Sept 20th – Swifties Night at the Skate Ribbon – 6:00-10:00pm – Tickets Required

• The Skate Ribbon of Heartland of America Park is in its Swiftie Era, and we can’t wait to celebrate all things T.S. DJ Cale will be playing the best of Taylor Swift all night while you dance and skate the night away. Photo ops, giveaways, food trucks, and of course, a friendship bracelet station! Dress in your favorite Era as we celebrate all things, Taylor!
• Location: Heartland of America Park – 800 Douglas Street Omaha, NE 68102

Sept 20th – Comedy Night at River’s Edge (Adults Only) – 7:00pm-9:00pm – FREE

• Some chairs will be available on the River’s Edge Pavilion patio, but lawn chairs and blankets are also welcome. Arrive early to claim your spot!  Due to the nature of stand-up comedy, this event is intended for adults 18 and older. This event is free.
• Location: River’s Edge – 4250 Rivers Edge Pkwy, Council Bluffs, IA 51501

Sept 20th – Full Moon Hike: Harvest Moon – 7:30-9:30pm – Registration Required

• Hikes will begin no later than 30 minutes after the event start time, so be sure to arrive on time. All hikes will include an educational discussion of the nocturnal animals around the Forest and a brief talk into the lore of full moons. The event will include a bonfire and s’mores.
• Cost: $15 for Members, $25 for Non-Members
• Location: Fontenelle Forest Nature Center – 1111 Bellevue Blvd North, Bellevue, NE

Sept 21st – Railroad Days – 9:00am-5:00pm – $10/person or $20/family Tickets

• Celebrate CB’s rich railroad heritage and place in history as historic Mile Zero for Union Pacific Railroad. There will be numerous train-themed activities and locations to visit.
• Kids will be excited to ride the trollies to each participating location and to take part in numerous hands-on activities with interactive technology and exhibits that explore the vast world of the railroad!
• Passes for the family event are $20 per group, which includes two adults and unlimited children under 18. An additional adult pass can be purchased for $10.

Sept 21st – Drop-In Activity: Today in History Trivia at The Durham – 10:00am-Noon – Museum Admission

• What took place today in history? Stop by our trivia table during your visit to The Durham Museum to find out! Each event will feature trivia-style questions that tie to historic events that took place that month, giving you a chance to cement your position as a “history expert” — or novice!
• Location: The Durham Museum – 801 S 10th St, Omaha, NE

Sept 21st – Oregon Trail Saturday – 10:00am-Noon – FREE

• Yee-haw partners! Load your wagon and see if you have what it takes to travel the Oregon Trail! Travel along the first floor of the Library and participate in Oregon Trail activities and as always, watch out for dysentery!
• Location: Council Bluffs Library – 400 Willow Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51503

Sept 21st – Fall Festival at Gifford Farm Education Center – 10:00am – 3:00pm – $6/pp

• The Fall Festival serves as a yearly community gathering and fundraiser for the farm. Attendees can experience a classic day at the farm, enjoying animal presentations, games, the Outdoor Nature Classroom, hay rides, interactions with special guest groups, clowns, music, food trucks, farmers market vendors, and various other activities.
• Location: ESU#3 – Gifford Farm Education Center – 700 Camp Gifford Rd., Bellevue, NE

Sept 21st – Big Play Saturday: Unicorn Party! – 11:00am-1:00pm – FREE

• Pixies Pony Tales are bringing a real-life unicorn to our store for kids to meet, pet, and take pictures with. Plus, kids will get to try out their new Hey Clay Unicorn Sets. What an enchanting way to spend your Saturday!
• Location: Fat Brain Toys – 16909 Burke St, Omaha, NE 68118

Sept 21st – Olde Towne Elkhorn Fall Festival – 11:00am-4:00pm – FREE

• Join the OTE Community from 11AM-4PM for local shopping, live music, vendors, street performers, and all things fall!  This event includes the whole OTE Community. The Shops of Olde Towne Elkhorn will be open, don’t forget to stroll around Main Street and discover something new!
• Location: The Shops of Olde Towne Elkhorn – Main Street, Elkhorn, NE

Sept 21st – Race Day at Chick-Fil-A – Noon-2:00pm

• Join the Cow on Race Day in our drive-thru as we try to break our record for putting the most cars through our drive-thru! Not only will it be a FUN-FAST-TASTY day, we will be giving everyone a YELLOW receipt for their order during the event from 12-2pm. You will be able to bring that yellow receipt back anytime between October 7th – October 9th. When you turn that receipt in, you will get everything that you purchased on that receipt FREE.
• Location: Chick-Fil-A 76th & Dodge Location Only

Sept 21st – Omaha Michelada Fest – Noon-10:00pm – Tickets Required

• The Omaha Michelada Fest is set to be the premier celebration of micheladas and their rich cultural heritage in the heart of Nebraska. Organized by Toximiche, this one-of-a-kind event combines tradition, flavor, and community spirit.
• Location: Lewis & Clark Landing – 345 Riverfront Dr, Omaha, NE 68102

Sept 21st, and more – Tea-Rex Party – Times Vary – FREE [REGISTER]

• Dear T-Rex and other area dinosaurs, you are cordially invited to a tea party at Omaha Public Library, based on the picture book “Tea Rex” by Molly Idle! Refreshments will be served and tea will be hosted by a Tea-Rex wrangler. Bring your favorite stuffed or plastic dinosaur friends to enjoy the party!  This is a free event for children ages 5-9. Tea party snacks, beverages, and dinosaur tails to wear during the program will be provided.
• Locations:
  • Sept 21st (1:00-2:00pm): Saddlebrook Branch – 14850 Laurel Ave, Omaha, NE 68116

Sept 21st – Pumpkin Prowl – 3:00-6:00pm – FREE

• Grab your pumpkin-lovin’ pals for a special one-day-only pumpkin-themed tour of midtown. From the classics to the unexpected, your tastebuds will thank you for taking them along on this pay-as-you-go tasting tour for all things pumpkin.
• Location: Turner Park – 3110 Farnam St, Omaha, NE 68131

Sept 21st – 3rd Annual Boomstock at Gene Leahy Mall – 4:00-10:30pm – FREE

• Food Trucks, Drinks, Live Music, Vendors, and this year’s ultimate 70s dance party! The best part? General Admission tickets are FREE! Event proceeds will benefit Siena Francis House and Saving Grace Perishable Food Rescue.
• Location: Gene Leahy Mall – 1001 Douglas St, Omaha, NE 68102

Sept 21st – Cheers For Tchaikovsky – 7:00-8:30pm

• Tchaikovsky: Symphony No.2, Op.17 “Little Russian”
• Tchaikovsky: Violin Concerto, Op.35, Jennifer Ahn, Violin
• Location: Simon Concert Hall at Omaha Conservatory of Music – 7023 Cass St, Omaha, NE

Sept 20th – 22nd – Puss in Boots Presents: Shrektemberfest – Museum Admission

• Family Fun Weekend Series at The Omaha Children’s Museum
• Location: Omaha Children’s Museum – 500 South 20th St, Omaha, NE 68102

Sept 20th – 22nd – 11th Annual Southwest Iowa Art Tour

• The Southwest Iowa Art Tour is the 3rd weekend in September & connects rural communities through art.

Sept 21st & 22nd – 19th Annual Missouri River Outdoor Expo – 9:00am-5:00pm – FREE w/ State Park Vehicle Permit

• The Missouri River Outdoor Expo is the largest outdoor expo in the Midwest. Two days of family-friendly outdoor activities, including wildlife encounters, fishing, kayaking, archery, camping skills, local entertainment, cooking demonstrations, contests, food and local goods vendors, craftsmanship demonstrations and much more!
• Location: Ponca State Park – 88090 Spur 26 E, Ponca, NE 68770

Sept 22nd – Canoeing on the Lake – 1:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m., or 3:00 p.m. –  $25/canoe – [REGISTER]

• This fun, family afternoon of canoeing on the lake includes instruction and all equipment for a safe and fun canoeing adventure! Ages 6+ w/at least 1 adult per canoe.
• Location: Zorinsky Lake – 156th & F St

Sept 22nd – Patents & Entrepreneurs – 3:00-4:30pm – FREE [REGISTER]

• A USPTO Patent Examiner will introduce the different types of Intellectual Property (IP) including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets, with a subsequent focus on the different types of patents, the process for searching patents, the different parts of a patent, and the patent application examination process.  In addition, local entrepreneurs will share their stories.
• Locations: Millard Branch – 13214 Westwood Ln, Omaha, NE 68144

Sept 13th-22nd – Omaha Restaurant Week: Omaha’s 10 Tastiest Days

• During Omaha’s 10 Tastiest Days of the year, enjoy three-course dinners priced at $20, $30, $40 or $50 per person at some of the Omaha area’s best restaurants.  While out enjoying the event, know you’re dining out for a cause during Hunger Action Month – a portion of Restaurant Week proceeds benefits Food Bank for the Heartland.

Sept 22nd – Raices de Mexico Performance – 4:00-7:00pm – FREE

• Raices de México is a nonprofit organization from South Omaha founded in 2008. Its mission is to share Mexican culture through folkloric and indigenous dances. Join Raices de México at Gene Leahy Mall for an exhibition of some of these dances. A cultural exploration of Mexico in Omaha! States represented include Jalisco, Veracruz, Baja California, Sinaloa, Michoacan, and some indigenous representation of central Mexico with Azteca Conchera Tonantzin. With special guest MC, DJ Adrian, helping with the music!
• Location: Gene Leahy Mall – 1001 Douglas St, Omaha, NE 68102

Sept 23rd – Make Pumpkin Spice Slime – 11:00am – FREE

• Pumpkin Spice and everything nice!! Join them for a slime-tastic afternoon of creating Pumpkin Spice Slime that captures the fall essence of Starbucks in every stretchy, scented batch!! Plus add an extra dollop of fun with mix-ins such as fluffy whipped clay topping and adorable pumpkin sequins, charms and of course glitter!! Leave the mess to us!! This is a FREE, all ages event!! Spaces are limited!! First come, first serve while supplies last!
• Location: The Learning Express – 120 Regency Pkwy, Omaha, NE 68114

Sept 24th – Toddler Tuesday: Kindermusik with Overton Music Studios! – 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 @kindermusikomaha!
• Location: Fat Brain Toys – 16909 Burke St, Omaha, NE 68118

Sept 24th – Bluey’s Bubble Dance Party – 5:00pm – FREE

• Get ready to wiggle and giggle with Bluey!! Dance, twirl, and pop bubbles with your favorite blue pup!! Let’s make memories that will have you saying ‘yippie, yi, yay!’ all day long. Don’t miss out on this pawsome party, mate! This is a free all ages event!
• Location: The Learning Express – 120 Regency Pkwy, Omaha, NE 68114

Sept 24th – Make It! AI Software – 5:00-6:00pm – FREE [REGISTER]

• Step into the future of technology with our “Make It” class focused on AI software at Do Space! This hands-on workshop introduces you to the fascinating world of artificial intelligence, where you’ll learn how to use AI software to create something amazing.
• Location: Do Space – 5111 N 90th St, Omaha, NE 68134