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FREE KETV Family Festival 2018

November 26, 2018

One of our favorite Holiday events is the KETV FREE Family Festival (formerly the Wells Fargo Family Festival).

Part of the Omaha Holiday Lights Festival, this year’s FREE Family Event will be held on Sunday, December 2, 2018, from Noon – 5 p.m.

WEATHER UPDATE: Due to inclement weather, there will be no trolley service between venues and no activities at the YMCA.

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FREE KETV Family Festival

At the KETV FREE Family Festival, visitors can experience many of Omaha’s downtown attractions for free!

Each site will offer free admission and family activities, and ~~Ollie the Trolley will provide free trolley rides between locations~~ (due to inclement weather).

Participating Locations:

Omaha Children’s Museum – 500 South 20th Street

Play in the museum’s permanent exhibits, visit with Santa and his elves, or take a carousel or train ride for $2 each.

Omaha Police Mounted Patrol Barn – 615 Leavenworth Street

Tour the stables, watch horse demonstrations, enjoy hot cocoa, and more. This is one of our favorite stops of the day!

The Durham Museum – 801 South 10th Street

Visit Christmas at Union Station – including Omaha’s largest indoor Christmas tree (pictured above)! View many exhibits including the Ethnic Holiday Trees Display, and walk through the historical trains.

W. Dale Clark Library – 215 South 15th Street

Meet and get your photo taken with Elephant & Piggie and OPL’s mascot Scamper, and take home a children’s book for free (while supplies last).

Joslyn Art Museum – 2200 Dodge Street

Create your own works of art and enjoy Joslyn’s beautiful exhibits.

Downtown YMCA – 430 S. 20th Street (No activities at the YMCA due to inclement weather.)

Interactive Activity Tour with stops for: Health/Holiday Themed Crafts, Bounce Houses, Dancing and tumbling, simple fitness training for adults and kids and hot chocolate/coffee and cookies with Santa.

Don’t miss this year’s KETV FREE Family Festival, part of the annual Holiday Lights Festival in Downtown Omaha!

College World Series FREE Fan Events 2013!

June 10, 2013

Welcome College World Series Fans! Omaha is happy to have you here, and we hope you have a wonderful stay in our amazing city! Everyone can participate in the action with these FREE Fan Events!

FREE College World Series Activities and Events

Opening Celebration Day – Friday, June 14

Team Practice and Autograph Sessions (10 a.m. – 7 p.m.)
Road to Omaha Jam featuring O.A.R. (7 – 9:15 p.m.) at Lot B at 12th and Mike Fahey Streets
Opening Ceremonies, (9:30-10:30 p.m.), features team introductions, guest speakers, awards, live entertainment and a Firework Finale

College World Series Fan Fest Presented by Capital One – June 14 – 26

On the corner of 10th and Mike Fahey Streets
Fun-filled interactive area with activities, games, food, drink and entertainment
Last year, this was open to anyone – you did not have to have a ticket to a game

Union Pacific’s Home Plate – June 14 – 25, 12-7 p.m., FREE

12th and Cuming St.
Legendary locomotives will be in Omaha for the duration of the baseball championships. “The iconic steam locomotive No. 844, the Centennial diesel-electric locomotive, and a fleet of historic Heritage cars will be parked near the very site where the transcontinental railroad began.”

NOTE: Midtown Crossing will offer Free Shuttle Service during the CWS!

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Free Admission to the Omaha Zoo on Sunday, February 24th!

February 19, 2013

The Omaha Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium is offering Free gate admission this Sunday, February 24th , from 10am – 4pm! Additionally, First National Bank customers who use their First National debit card at the zoo on February 24th, will receive 10% off concessions and gift shop items!

See the 5 amazing lion cubs – one of the many reasons we love visiting the zoo in the winter!

THANK YOU Omaha Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium for offering a world class zoo right in our own backyard!

See more upcoming free family events in the Event Calendar! Plus, enjoy 80+ Things to Do in Omaha this Winter (Many Free!)!

Free Kids Valentine’s Events in Omaha!

February 5, 2013

Enjoy many Free Valentine’s Events in Omaha with your kids! Be sure to visit the Family-Friendly Event Calendar for additional details on these and ALL of the free activities coming up! See more Upcoming Events in Omaha here!

Saturday, February 9th:

Lowe’s Build and Grow Kids Clinics: Wheel of Love – 2/9, 10am
Michaels Kids Club: Valentine’s Party Heart Love Bug Bag – 2/9, 10am-11:30am, on the 1/2 hour, $2
Valentine’s Storytime at Barnes and Noble Stores – 2/9, 11am
Free Valentine’s Crafts for Kids at Lakeshore Learning Store – 2/9, 11am-3pm
Valentine Storytime/Craft at W. Dale Clark Main Library – 2/9, 1-2pm
Valentine Tile Painting Party at Milton R. Abrahams Branch – 2/9, 2-3pm. Pre-registration is required.
Children’s Valentine’s Day Bingo and Craft at Willa Cather Branch – 2/9, 2-3:15pm
Valentine’s Family Craft Day at Florence Branch – 2/9, 2-4pm
Valentine’s Day Letter-Writing Station at Pottery Barn Kids Stores – 2/9-2/14

Sunday, February 10th:

Free Family Craft Time at Michaels: Wood Heart Frame – 2/10, 1-3pm
Valentine’s Day Letter-Writing Station at Pottery Barn Kids Stores – 2/9-2/14

Monday, February 11th:

Free Family Craft Time at Michaels: Painted Heart Frame – 2/11, 5-7pm
Valentine’s Day Letter-Writing Station at Pottery Barn Kids Stores – 2/9-2/14

Tuesday, February 12th:

Valentine’s Day Craft for Kids at A. V. Sorensen Branch – 2/12, 4:30-5:30pm
Free Family Craft Time at Michaels: Origami Bookmark – 2/12, 5-7pm
Valentine’s Day Letter-Writing Station at Pottery Barn Kids Stores – 2/9-2/14

Wednesday, February 13th:

Valentine’s Day Letter-Writing Station at Pottery Barn Kids Stores – 2/9-2/14

Thursday, February 14th:

Valentine’s Day Party at A.V. Sorensen Community Center – 2/14, 10:30am
Shadow Lake Towne Center Kids Club: Valentine’s Day Pirate Show – 2/14, 10:30am, Aspen Athletic Fitness Room
Valentine’s Day Storytime at Barnes and Noble, Oakview – 2/14, 11am
Valentine’s Day Letter-Writing Station at Pottery Barn Kids Stores – 2/9-2/14

Friday, February 15th

Little Chefs Valentine’s Cookie Decorating at LaVista Community Center – 2/15, 11:30am. Registration deadline: 2/12.

Saturday, February 16th:

Michaels Kids Club: Pets & Animals – 2/16, 10am-11:30am, on the 1/2 hour, $2

Saturday, February 23rd:

Michaels Kids Club: Love Others – 2/23, 10am-11:30am, on the 1/2 hour, $2

Do you know of a free Valentine’s Event in Omaha? Please share in the comments below and I will add it to the list! As always, it is a good idea to verify with your favorite location before visiting.

Have a wonderful Valentine’s Day!

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Krispy Kreme: Free Valentines and Doughnuts!

February 4, 2013

Do you love Krispy Kreme Doughnuts? Right now, buy a dozen doughnuts, and you will receive 12 Free Valentines, each good for one free doughnut! Limit of 2 per customer. This offer is while supplies last, and so it is always a good idea to call ahead to verify availability before visiting.

Thanks Money Saving Mom!

Outback: B1G1 Lunch and Free Bloomin’ Onion!

February 1, 2013

This Saturday and Sunday, February 2nd and 3rd, buy one lunch entree, get one free with coupon!

On Monday, February 4th, say “Super Bloom” and get a Free Bloomin’ Onion! Price, product, and participation may vary by location.

See more Restaurant Deals here!

Thanks, Dad, for passing this along!

10 Fun & Free Cabin Fever Relievers in Omaha

February 1, 2013

I am very excited to be guest posting at ParentSavvy, a wonderful resource of parenting and health information for local parents!

Got cabin fever? Staying active and finding fun activities to do with your family can be a bit more challenging in the winter. Fortunately, Omaha is a wonderful place to live and visit and is full of family-friendly activities and events, including many that are free!

Head on over to check out 10 Fun and Free Cabin Fever Relievers in Omaha!

How do you stay active with your kids in the winter?

Cardstore: Personalized Valentines for $1.49 + Free Shipping!

January 31, 2013

Send personalized Valentine’s Day cards for only $1.49 PLUS get Free Shipping to all U.S. and military mailing addresses! Just enter code CCA3131 when you checkout at Cardstore.com. This offer is valid through 2/6/13. Choose from a variety of designs, upload a photo, personalize with your own note, and add your signature. I am excited to send some of these cute cards!

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Kids Skate Free!

January 28, 2013

Looking for a fun activity for your kids? Register with Kids Skate Free and receive free skating passes each week! In Omaha, the passes are valid at SkateDaze on Saturdays from 11am-1pm, and on Sundays from 1pm-5pm. Find other participating centers across the U.S. here!

UPDATE: Kids now skate free every day! See website for details!

Important Terms for SkateDaze: Passes valid for children 12 years old and younger. Skate rentals extra. Cannot be combined with any other offers. One Pass per day per session. May not be used towards Birthday parties or special group events. Not transferable.

Looking for more fun activities? See Free Family Activities in Omaha and Free Kids Programs in Omaha!

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Dairy Queen: Half Off on January 23rd or 26th!

January 23, 2013

I just found out about this great deal!! Dairy Queen is celebrating Customer Appreciation Day January 23rd and January 26th by offering 1/2 off select items! Find which stores near you are participating in this fun promotion by visiting Dairy Queen online!