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Delightful Christmas Tree Farms near Omaha

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Looking to cut your own Christmas Tree this year?

Choose from a variety of Christmas Tree Farms near Omaha that offer Choose and Cut your own Christmas Tree. See Interactive Map Here!

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Christmas Tree Farms near Omaha

Country Conifers

12778 County Road 30, Blair, NE
Dates: Friday, November 29  and the weekend of November 30 – December 1st and December 7 & 8
Hours: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Dappen Tree Farm 

20873 Greenview Road, Council Bluffs, IA
Dates: Friday, Saturday and Sunday, on Thanksgiving weekend, and the following two weekends
Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Frosty’s Pines Christmas Trees

2172 US Highway 75, Omaha, NE 
Dates: Nov. 28th-Nov 30th, Dec 6-7, 13-14, 20-21
Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Nordstrom’s Tree Farm

11401 Pawnee Rd., Omaha, NE 
Dates: Open only Thanksgiving Weekend. Free ride in standard tractor wagon.
Hours: 9:00am – 5:00pm (Fri & Sat), Noon – 5:00pm (Sun)

Prairie Pine Plantation

488 County Road 7, Ashland, NE 
Dates: Cutting starts the day after Thanksgiving. See schedule on their website.
Hours: 12:00pm – 5:00pm (Black Friday Nov 29th), Noon – 5:00pm (Saturdays & Sundays)

Havers Lost Valley Christmas Trees

10911 N 76 Plaza, Omaha, NE 
Dates: Open Saturday & Sunday, tagging available.
Hours: 11:00am – 4:00pm

 

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20+ Things to Do Over Thanksgiving Break in Omaha

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Enjoy many FUN things to do over Thanksgiving Break in Omaha including Tree Lightings, Santa Events, Festivals, and more! Have a fun-filled Thanksgiving Break with these ideas!

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Things to Do Over Thanksgiving Weekend in Omaha

1. See Amazing Christmas Lights & Decorated Houses + Map in the Omaha Area! 

  • Find the best Christmas Lights in Omaha full of beautifully decorated houses with bright lights, inflatables, decorations, and some with thousands of lights choreographed to music!

2. Visit a Christmas Tree Farm

  • Most open Thanksgiving Weekend. 
  • Choose from a variety of Christmas Tree Farms near Omaha that offer Choose and Cut your own Christmas Tree.

3.  Run in a 5K Turkey Trot

4. Santa’s Wonderland at Cabela’s and Santa’s Wonderland at Bass Pro Shops – Nov 3rd – Dec 24th – FREE [Advanced Registration Required]

  • Santa’s Wonderland offers Contactless Claus visits, free Photo with Santa, and free take-home holiday craft activity kits.
  • Advance reservations are required in all locations for Free Santa photo and can go quickly. Reserving is easy and free.
  • Location:
    • Cabela’s – 12703 Westport Pkwy, La Vista, NE
    • Bass Pro Shops – 2901 Bass Pro Dr, Council Bluffs, IA
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5. Tangier Shrine Feztival of Trees – Nov 22nd-29th – $2/pp

  • Step into a winter wonderland at the annual Feztival of Trees, where the spirit of the season comes alive in dazzling displays of creativity, community, and holiday cheer. Each year, local businesses, organizations, and individuals transform beautifully decorated trees into breathtaking works of art—each one unique and brimming with festive magic. Guests can purchase raffle tickets and enter for a chance to win their favorite tree—decorations, gifts, and all!​ Every sparkling tree tells a story of generosity, kindness, and the joy of giving back.​
  • Location: Tangier Shrine Center – 2823 S. 84 St, Omaha, NE 68124

6. Season of Lights at Midtown Crossing – Nov 17th – Feb 14th – FREE

  • Stroll through tens of thousands of white LED lights strung throughout Turner Park and along Farnam Street. Plus, visit the beautifully decorated tree in Farnam Court.
  • Location: Turner Park (31st Ave. and Farnam St.), Omaha, NE

7. Merry & Bright: Holiday Poinsettia Show – Nov 28th-Jan 4th – 9:00am-3:00pm daily (closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Day) – Included with regular admission

  • Thousands of poinsettias bursting with rich, vibrant color fill the floral display hall in a glowing tribute to the holidays during the spectacular holiday poinsettia show, Merry & Bright.
  • Location: Lauritzen Gardens – 100 Bancroft St., Omaha, NE

8. Zoolightful – Nov 19th – Jan 11th – Wednesday-Sunday 6:00-9:30pm – Tickets Required

  • Enjoy an unforgettable night at Zoolightful your way. Choose general admission tickets to stroll through glowing lanterns, sparkling lights, and festive holiday scenes, or make it an unforgettable evening with a private Igloo experience that includes six tickets and your own cozy retreat beneath the glow.
  • Closed November 27 (Thanksgiving), December 24-25 (Christmas Eve & Day), and December 31 (New Year’s Eve). Special Monday/Tuesday openings: December 22, 23, 29, and 30.
  • Location: Omaha Zoo & Aquarium – 3701 S 10th St, Omaha, NE 68107

9. Meet Santa’s Reindeer at Mulhalls – Nov 18th – Dec 19th – FREE

  • Welcome Dasher and Dancer for another visit with their Omaha friends. You’ll find these antlered guests snugly nestled in the warm straw among the trees in our fresh-cut forest at the north end of the greenhouse. And be sure to bring your camera – each year, we love seeing all of you who’ve made it a yearly holiday tradition to capture a family photo by the reindeer.
  • Santa will be there as well for an extra cost ($10/Members, $20/Non-Members) Nov 29th-Dec 21st Fridays 4-6pm, Sat & Sun 12-3pm.  
  • Location: Mulhalls – 3615 N. 120th St., Omaha, NE

10. Celebrate at The Platform: Thanksgiving – Nov 22nd – 10:00am-Noon – FREE

  • Join at The Platform, the museum’s interactive play space, and celebrate the holidays with us! Each date will have a special craft or activity and feature related photos from our Photo Archive for a bit of a history lesson while you celebrate.
  • Location: The Durham Museum – 801 S 10th St, Omaha, NE

11. Christmas Tree Lighting & Holiday Parade Event – Nov 22nd – 6:00pm – FREE

  • 18th Annual Tree Lighting & Holiday Parade! Parade starts at 6pm with fireworks immediately following provided by Bellino Fireworks.  Santa and all of his friends will be here, as well as surprise parade guests!  New date this year, the Saturday before Thanksgiving on November 22nd at 6PM!
  • Location: Shadow Lake Towne Center – 7775 Olson Dr, Papillion, NE 68046

12. Ice Skating at Winterland Heartwood Preserve Ice Rink – Dates & Times Vary – FREE

  • Back for its second year, Winterland transforms Heartwood Preserve into the ultimate FREE community skating experience, courtesy of Applied Underwriters. Enjoy free skating, skate rentals, and skate aids, plus festive surprise events all season long.
  • Location: The Ice Rink at Heartwood Park – 301 N. 145th St.

13.  Snowflake Scratch Art Craft – 11:00am – FREE

  • Fall Fun Awaits!  Snowflake Scratch Art Craft
  • Location: The Learning Express Omaha – 120 Regency Pkwy, Omaha, NE
  • Join Village Pointe for the annual tree lighting to kick off the holiday season!  Free carriage rides will be offered immediately following the lighting ceremony until 9 PM.  Holiday characters will be available for pictures after the tree lighting.  Santa will be inside Marcus Village Pointe Cinema lobby after the event. 
  • Peppermint Elves Performance – 6:00 PM | Amphitheater Stage 
  • Santa Parade & Tree Lighting – 7:00 PM | Davenport Street – Watch as Santa arrives by carriage to help light the tree, joined by favorite storybook and holiday characters!
  • Location: Village Pointe – 17305 Davenport St, Omaha, NE 68118

15. Christmas at Union Station: Tree Lighting Ceremony – Nov 28th – 4:00-8:00pm- Museum Admission [Register in Advance]

  • Get ready for the biggest and brightest event of the holiday season! Another magical season of Christmas at Union Station presented by FNBO begins with our annual Tree Lighting Ceremony. Join us for an evening filled with family activities, Santa, cookies, music, holiday cheer, and of course, the lighting of Omaha’s official Christmas tree.
  • Location: The Durham Museum – 801 S. 10th St., Omaha, NE.

16. Lights of Aksarben Tree Lighting Ceremony – Nov 28th – 6:00-8:00pm – FREE

  • Celebrate the season at Lights of Aksarben: Making Spirits Bright! Fill your Friday nights with holiday cheer– From Santa visits and dazzling lights to live music, sweet treats, a petting zoo, and festive crafts. It will be a joyful gathering for the whole community.
  • Location: Stinson Park – 2232 S. 64th St., Omaha, NE
17. Home Depot Kids Workshop: Teddy Bear Ornament – Nov 29th – 9:00am-12:00pm – FREE
  • A Special Holiday Edition of the Home Depot Kids Workshop
  • Location: Home Depot Stores

18. Omaha Winter Markets: Small Business Saturday Holiday Market – Nov 29th – 12:00-8:00pm – FREE 

  • The Omaha Winter Market is back in Papillion-La Vista for one night only! Join for our Small Business Saturday Holiday Market on Saturday, November 29, 2025, from 12–8 PM at Lucky Bucket Brewing Co.
  • They’re taking over the entire brewery and taproom to host 30+ amazing local small businesses — perfect for finding unique holiday gifts while supporting the makers, artists, and entrepreneurs who make our community special.
  • Location: Lucky Bucket Brewing Company – 11941 Centennial Rd, La Vista, NE 68128

19. Midwest Fest Holiday Market – Nov 29th & 30th – 11:00am-6:00pm – FREE

  • Discover 40 exceptional artisans and makers from across the Midwest, each with unique handcrafted goods that tell a story.  Chill in cozy igloos, enjoy live ice sculpting, and marvel at the giant holiday tree’s glowing lights.
  • Location: Heartland of America – 800 Douglas St, Omaha, NE 68102

20. Santa in the Village – Carriage Rides & More – Nov 29th – 12:00-3:00pm – FREE 

  • Celebrate a family tradition Saturday, Nov. 29th from 12-3pm. Bring the little ones to visit Santa and share their holiday wishes, then the whole family can enjoy a complimentary horse and carriage ride around the village. Kids – stop by Doodle Art Studio for a free cookie and Great Harvest Bread Co. for free hot cocoa. Don’t miss out on the amazing Christmas lights around the village come dusk. It is our way of saying thank you for supporting local on Small Business Saturday! Come join the fun!
  • Location: Rockbrook Village – 2800 S. 110th Ct., Omaha, NE.

21. Winter Wonderland 2025: Downtown Papillion – Nov 29th – 4:00-8:00pm – FREE

  • Experience all the holiday cheer you can handle! A variety of fun activities throughout the event. 
  • Location: Downtown Papillion, NE

22. Santa’s Sleigh Ride & Tree Lighting – Nov 30th – 1:00pm-6:15pm – FREE

  • Santa Claus is coming to town! Santa and his holiday crew will arrive in La Vista and travel through the City before stopping in Central Park to light the tree, lead a joyful sing-along and snap a big community selfie. 
  • Location: Neighborhoods Across La Vista ending at Santa’s Workshop

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Kids + Pets Halloween Costume Contests in Omaha

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Do your kids have a fantastic costume this year? Choose from a variety of Halloween Costume Contests in Omaha for kids and pets!

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Halloween Costume Contests in Omaha – PAST

Oct 12th – Zombie Walk in Benson

  • Costume Contest, post walk screening of Night of the Living Dead at Benson Theater.   Zombie Walk – Omaha is a returning Halloween tradition and a night for the undead to officially take over the city. The free Zombie Walk is a truly unique event, beginning in downtown Benson in the late afternoon and wrapping around the Benson neighborhood as night begins to fall. This is a family friendly walk, with zombies of all ages participating. Though most will be dressed in the ripped clothing, fake blood, and open sores of the typical zombie (inexpensive makeup stations available – one located at Benson Theatre!), there are also designated ‘victims’ who offer up their services in street clothing for the zombies to feast on. And keep an eye out for zombie hunters!
  • Location: Downtown Benson

Oct 17th – Quaker Steak & Lube’s Trunk or Treat and Costume Contest – 4:00-9:00pm – FREE

  • Dress in your best Halloween costume and join for an evening of food, fun, and frights. It’s going to be a night you won’t want to miss!  Face Painting, Costume Contest, Beer Garden, Live DJ, Spooky Games & Prizes
  • Location: Quaker Steak and Lube – 3320 Mid America Dr, Council Bluffs, IA

Oct 19th – Kid’s SAL-OWEEN Party & Trunk-or-Treat – 11:00am-1:00pm – FREE

  • Join the Sons of the American Legion Squadron #1 as they present their 9th Annual “Kid’s Halloween Party & Trunk or Treat”. Come play a variety of interactive games for all ages. Free Movie: “Halloweentown.” Food and Drinks will also be FREE, but Donations are welcome! Win the “Costume Contest” at 12:30 pm. 1st, 2nd & 3rd PRIZES!!!
  • Location: American Legion Post #1 – 7811 Davenport St, Omaha, NE 68114

Oct 25th – Nelson Produce Farm Barnyard Boo – 9:00am-9:00pm – Tickets

  • Put on your cutest or coolest costume and join us for our 4th Annual Barnyard Boo! Enjoy hayrack rides, pumpkin smashing, Trick-Or-Treating around the farm, exciting costume contests for all ages (including Best Family Theme), a magical performance, and plenty of delicious fall treats and goodies. 
  • Location: Nelson Produce Farm – 10505 N 234 St. Valley, NE 68064

Oct 25th – Halloween at the Hoff! – 4:00-10:00pm – FREE

  • Get ready for a spooktacular evening of fun and fright at the Hoff Center’s annual Halloween Bash! This year, we’re pulling out all the stops to ensure you have a hauntingly good time.  Trick-or-Treat Stations, Costume Contest, Haunted Flashlight Gallery Tour, Live Music.
  • Location: Hoff Family Arts & Culture Center – 1001 S 6th St, Council Bluffs, IA 51501

Oct 25th – Omaha Lancers Costume Party – 7:00pm – Tickets Required

  • Dress up for Halloween and enter our intermission costume contest, $5 college tickets and discounted concessions
  • Location: Liberty First Credit Union Arena – 7300 Q St, Omaha, Nebraska 68127

 

Oct 26th – JUNK IN THE TRUNK 2025 | Bridge Church Trunk-or-Treat – 1:00-3:00pm – FREE

  • Trick-or-Treating: Walk from trunk to trunk to collect candy and treats from creatively decorated cars.  Games & Activities: Enjoy fun games and activities for all ages.  Costume Contest: Wear your best costume for a chance to win exciting prizes.
  • Location: Conestoga Elementary School – 2115 Burdette St, Omaha, NE 68110

Oct 26th – Costume Contest at Skinny Bones Pumpkin Patch – 3:15pm check in – Tickets Required

  • Calling all ghosts, pumpkins, werewolves and superheroes! Skinny Bones Pumpkin Patch is excited to host our SECOND ANNUAL COSTUME CONTEST! Join the fun and dress to impress with prizes that include Skinny Bones gift cards and season passes for our 2025 season!
  • Location: Skinny Bones Pumpkin Patch – 3935 NE-133, Blair, NE 68008

Halloween Dog Friendly Costume Contests in Omaha – PAST

Oct 12th – 4th Annual Wag-O-Ween Boo Bash – 12:30-6:00pm – FREE

  • 4th Annual Wag-O-Ween Boo Bash.  The Band, Happy Endings, will be playing from 12:30 to 5pm. Dog costume contest starts at 3:00pm.  This event isn’t just for the fur-children, they will also have a bounce house, face painting, games and crafts for the humans!
  • Location: Therapy Bar and Grill – 5059 S 108th St, Omaha, NE 

Oct 17th – La Vista Howl-O-Ween – 4:30-6:30pm – FREE

  • Dress your dog in a Halloween costume and register onsite at the event to take part in a costume competition. Snap a photo of your furry friend by our fall themed backdrop. Visit various community booths and make sure to stop by the City’s booth for a giveaway and treat for your dog. Treat yourself to a free beverage, too.
  • Location: Dog Park at Southwind Park – 8130 92nd Ave, La Vista, NE 68128

Oct 19th – Boston Boo – 4:00-6:00pm – $10/pp

  • All Breeds Welcome.  This Halloween event by MidAmerica Boston Terrier Rescue includes games, costume contests, food, and fun.
  • Location: 5109 S 51st, Omaha, NE 68117

Oct 20th – Growl-O-Ween 2024 – 12:00-2:00pm – $10/per dog [Register]

  • Growl-O-Ween is Woof & Whiskers largest fundraiser for dogs! A $10.00 Cash Donation PER dog is required upon entry! (If you don’t bring your dog, they do still require a donation to come) Please bring cash, CASH ONLY, so that they can avoid credit card fees and donate 100% to the rescues/shelter. All donors will be given a trick or treat bag that you can trick or treat at our multiple vendors! You will go home with over $10.00 in treats/prizes! Donate more and enter our raffles and prizes!
  • Location: West Parking Lot Behind Woof & Whiskers – 3506 N 147th, Omaha, NE 68116

Oct 20th – Bark at the Moon 8th Annual Doggie Trick-or-Treating Event – 12:00-4:00pm – FREE if Pre-registered

  • Dress up your dogs in their best costume for the eighth annual Halloween “Bark at the Moon”! There will be dog trick-or-treating at each vendor table, a costume contest with photos as well as other great door prizes, coupons, games and food vendors! Trick-or-treating will run from 12 PM until 4 PM. Doggie goodie bags will be needed to receive treats, and will be offered free with early bird registration tickets by 10/18 at 4pm on eventbrite, or available day of event at check in for $5.00. If you and your trick-or-treater would like a tour of Paws 4 Fun, please have proof of up to date vaccination records with you or sent over prior to event.
  • Location: Paws 4 Fun – 222 North 44th St, Lincoln, NE 68503

 

Entries Due Oct 27th at Noon – Omaha Corgi Crew Virtual Costume Contest

  • Open to corgis, corgi-mixes and honorary corgis.
  • Entries are due by Sunday, October 27 at noon CT.
  • Only one entry per doggo. [The OCC board will remove any duplicate entries.]
  • Voting for People’s Choice will begin on Monday, October 28 at 10:00am.

Oct 26th – Howl-O-Ween Pet Costume Contest – 2:00pm – FREE

  • Boolieve it or not, Halloween is just around the corner and it’s time to get creative! Enter your four-legged friend in Goodwill’s Howl-O-Ween Pet Costume Contest Saturday, October 26th at Gateway Mall. They’re looking for the most creative costumes for pets – DIY costumes are highly encouraged!
  • Location: Gateway Mall – 6100 O St, Lincoln, NE 68505

Oct 27th – Doggy Days of Fall: Costume Contest – 12:00-4:00pm – $10/Dog

  • Dogs Must be Friendly and on a leash at all times.  Net proceeds from the Parade go to The Nebraska Humane society.
  • Location: Ditmars Orchard- 19475 225th St, Council Bluffs, IA 51503

Fun Things to Do Labor Day Weekend in Omaha 2025

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Looking for Things to Do this Labor Day Weekend in Omaha?

Enjoy Labor Day Weekend Events in Omaha including, Living History Weekend, Sunflower Festivals, Aviation STEM Day, La Festa Italiana, Outdoor Movie, Concerts and more!

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Spraygrounds and Splash Parks

  • Splash in one of the many area spraygrounds with several open through Labor Day. 

TreeRush Adventure Park in Fontenelle Forest

  • Climb over obstacles and soar through the trees on Ziplines at the exciting TreeRush Adventure Park!

Try a new place for Ice Cream

  • Summertime is perfect for sharing Ice Cream with friends – including the Tower of Ice Cream, $2 Tuesdays at eCreamery, an old-fashioned Soda Fountain, and more! 

Have Fun on the Farm

  • Visit Pam Nelson Farm for animals, activities, U-Pick, Market, and more!

Explore a Favorite Hiking or Walking Trail

Enjoy a New Playground 

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

Participate in the Nebraska Passport Program

  • Go on a scavenger hunt across Nebraska (including several stops in the Omaha Area) and discover hidden gems. Free to participate.

Buy local and fresh at an Area Farmers Market

  • Several Farmers Markets continue through Labor Day weekend. 

Get Out on the Water

  • Rent a Kayak or Stand Up Paddleboard for a fun day out on the water.

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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10 Perfect Day Trips from Omaha

  • Looking for a great Day Trip near Omaha? Check out these fun ideas for nearby adventures!

 

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15 Exciting Road Trips from Omaha

  • Looking for a little getaway with your family? Choose from a variety of Road Trip ideas that are not too far from Omaha. Explore a new destination, go on an adventure, and create new memories with your family!

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National Donut Day 2025

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Celebrate National Donut Day on this first Friday in June!  This year it’s Friday, June 6, 2025, with these fun specials at participating locations!  YUM!!!  Find out where to Get Free Donuts for National Donut Day in Omaha!

Please Note: It is always a good idea to verify with your favorite location before visiting.

National Donut Day

June 6th – Decorate A Donut & Storytime – 11:00am – FREE

  • Let’s celebrate National Donut Day!! Join them for a fun craft that is good enough to eat!! decorate your very own delicious donut while you hear the story “If You Give a Dog a Donut” It’s a FREE all ages event.  First come first serve while supplies last! We recommend coming as early as 10am(open) to reserve your spot.
  • Location: The Learning Express – 120 Regency Pkwy, Omaha, NE 68114

Glazed N Raised – June 6th

  • Get a FREE Donut with every purchase, (While supplies last)
  • Location: 11757 US-6, Gretna, NE 68028

LaMar’s Donuts – June 6th

  • Visit LaMar’s Donuts & Coffee on June 6th and get a FREE glazed donut.
  • LaMar’s locations will also host giveaways throughout the day, featuring fun prizes and sweet treats
  • Location: 17202 Audrey St., Omaha, NE.

Krispy Kreme Doughnuts – June 6th

  • Enjoy any FREE glazed doughnut while supplies last.
  • Participating Krispy Kreme Doughnuts locations.

Casey’s Free Donut to Rewards Members – June 6th

  • On National Doughnut Day, Casey’s rewards members will score a free doughnut at any store location

Dunkin Donuts – June 6th

  • On June 6, donut lovers can head to any Dunkin’ location nationwide to enjoy a free classic donut of their choice with the purchase of any beverage while supplies last.
  • Dunkin’ restaurants throughout Omaha, NE.

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The Best Donut Shops in Omaha

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Discover The Best Donut Shops around Omaha!

Plus, find out where you can enjoy a delicious taste of fall with fresh-made Apple Cider Donuts near Omaha!

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Best Omaha Donut Shops

Square Donuts
15825 W Maple Rd ste 104, Omaha, NE 68116

 

Sugared Ledge
902 N 204th Ave Suite 120, Elkhorn, NE 68022

 

Glazed N Raised
11757 US-6, Gretna, NE 68028

 

Lamar’s Donuts & Coffee
17202 Audrey St., Omaha, NE 68136

 

Olsen Bake Shop
1708 S. 10th St., Omaha, NE 68108

 

Pettit’s Pastry
502 N. 16th St., Omaha, NE 68102
311 N 114th St, Omaha, NE 68154

 

Sunrize Donuts
17676 Welch Plz., Ste. 7, Omaha, NE 68135

 

Rise and Shine Donuts
1951 E Military Ave, Fremont, NE 68025

 

Hurt’s Donuts
1726 N 120th, Omaha, NE 

 

Mochinut
14505 W Maple Rd, Omaha, NE 68116

 

Winchell’s Donut House
2905 S. 120th St., Omaha, NE 68144
8412 W. Dodge Rd., Omaha, NE 68114

 

Best Places to Enjoy Fall Apple Cider Donuts

Ditmars Orchard
19475 225th St., Council Bluffs, IA 51503
Started as a family project in 1994, Ditmars Orchard is now one of the largest orchards in Iowa. During your visit, enjoy some delicious apple cider donuts and fresh apple cider.

 

Kimmel Orchard
5995 G Rd., Nebraska City, NE 68410
Stop by The Apple Barn Market and pick up your fresh Apple Cider Donuts, Apple Cider, Apple Butter, and more.

 

Union Orchard
2405 S. Hwy. 75, Union, NE 68455
At the Country Store & Farm Market, families can indulge in freshly-baked turnovers, pies, and delicious Apple Cider Donuts!

 

Vala’s Pumpkin Patch and Apple Orchard
12102 S. 180th St., Gretna, NE 68028
Enjoy delicious foods including Apple Cider Donuts, Apple Dumplings, and more. Vala’s Pumpkin Patch features pick-your-own pumpkins.

 

Don’t miss our Interactive Map of Pumpkin Patches and Apple Orchards!

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Things to Do Memorial Day Weekend in Omaha 2025

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Celebrate with your family this Memorial Day Weekend in Omaha!

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Things to Do Memorial Day Weekend in Omaha

2025 Nebraska Passport Program – May 1 – Sept. 30

  • Imagine a scavenger hunt around the state to popular tourist attractions, unique restaurants, historical places, and locally owned businesses. Our favorite stops are to the hidden gems, some off the beaten path, that provide a unique way to explore in our own backyard. There are several locations in and around Omaha!
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Other Memorial Day Weekend Ideas

Water Fun

Go Hiking & Discover a Waterfall

Enjoy some Shaved Ice or Try a New Ice Cream Spot

 Rent a Kayak or Stand Up Paddleboard

  • Paddlesports can be a great way to enjoy the outdoors! It is great exercise and a lot of fun. Choose from a variety of providers who offer Kayak and Stand Up Paddleboard Rentals and Tours in Omaha!

 Go on a Family Getaway

  • Looking for a Family Getaway near Omaha? Browse for ideas on: 
    • Cabins to Rent
    • Road Trips
    • Day Trips
    • Best Places to Go Camping
    • and more!

Top 10 Things to Do with Kids in Omaha

  • Find many more ideas for inspiration of fun things to do here!

 

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2025 Free Entrance Days in the National Parks

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Planning a vacation in 2025?

Keep in the mind the 2025 Free Entrance Days in the National Parks!

On the following days in 2025, all National Park Service sites that charge an entrance fee will offer free admission to everyone.

Mark your calendar for these entrance fee-free dates in 2025:

Find one of more than 400 National Parks here!

 

Every Kid in A Park

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Do you have a Fourth grader this year?

The Every Kid in a Park program provides all 4th-grade students and their families with FREE admission to National Parks and other federal lands and waters for an entire year!

What a wonderful way to explore beautiful nature and get outdoors with your family!

 

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Amazing Christmas Light Displays in Council Bluffs with Map

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Looking for Amazing Christmas Light Displays in the Council Bluffs Area?

Find the best Christmas Lights in Council Bluffs full of beautifully decorated houses with bright lights, inflatables, decorations, and some with thousands of lights choreographed to music!

Pictured: Harrison St. & Fleming Ave., Council Bluffs

Looking for Christmas Light Displays in Omaha? Find them here!

Thank you to all who have put the time and effort into creating these displays for everyone to enjoy and to everyone who has helped us keep the list updated!

** IMPORTANT NOTE: Please help us keep this list as updated as possible. Homeowners: Would you like to verify, update, or add your house to the list? Please submit your information here. When possible, the website or Facebook links are included for the displays, plus details that were sent to us by the person who created the display.

** PLEASE NOTE: Please be courteous as you drive by these houses. Remember that you are in a neighborhood, and so please drive slowly, do not park in or block other driveways, and do not blare the music.  

Find More Holiday Fun Here:

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Check out the Christmas Lights Scavenger Hunt as you are driving around looking at lights!

Interactive Map:

Green Tree = Decorated Houses

Red Tree = Lights Synchronized to Music.

Green Star  = Omaha Favorite Static Displays

Unverified Display = Not Verified for 2024 (Labeled with √ 2024 below)

View Omaha Area Christmas Lights in a larger map

Council Bluffs Christmas Lights

Abbott’s Christmas Lights – will return in 2024 with a new location and display

  • Computer-controlled light show. 

5th Ave & 17th St – √ 2024

North 16th street – √ 2024

9th Ave. & Ash St., Council Bluffs – √ 2024

  • Lots of lights and inflatables.

S. 10th St. & 18th Ave., Council Bluffs – 

  • Blow Up’s, Christmas Lights & Christmas Window Projection with Christmas Music

Delong Ave & Mynster Springs Road, Council Bluffs – √ 2024

2 Houses decorated with Christmas Lights

Harrison St. & Fleming Ave. (2022)

Kimberly Dr & Opal Dr, Council Bluffs – 

  • Musical light show. Lights sync to the music.

Twelve Oaks Dr & Butler St., Council Bluffs – 

  • Celebrate the season with us! We have 3 sides of our house decorated with snowmen, nativity scene, nutcrackers, Santa and his sleigh pulled by reindeer! Many bought and homemade decorations!

The whole neighborhood on the 1500 block!!! Must see! More houses on Indian Hills this year!!

Surrounding Areas

Baird’s Christmas Lights: 1233 E Ave., Red Oak, IA – √ 2024 (Dec 14th – Jan 1st)

  • To get to the lights from Red Oak: 9 miles north on highway 48. Then 3 miles west on 110th St. Then turn south onto E Ave. Once you’re on E Ave., you should see them. 1233 E Ave., Red Oak, IA.

Lights on Cougar Avenue
“Winter Wonderland” – 21020 Cougar Avenue, Honey Creek, Iowa, 51542 – √ 2024

“All the wonderful things” – 21406 Cougar Avenue, Honey Creek, Iowa 51542 – √ 2024

Mellor Holiday Lights, 1604 Timber Lane, Glenwood, IA – √ 2024

  • 40,000+ LED lights this year, new jollier Santa in the 65’ Ford Pickup full of gifts!

 

** IMPORTANT NOTE: Please help us keep this list as updated as possible. Homeowners: Would you like to add your house to the list? Please submit your information here. When possible, the website or Facebook links are included for the displays, plus details that were sent to us by the person who created the display.

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Trick or Treat Times in Omaha

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Are you looking for the Trick or Treat times for Omaha?

Hint: We do not have any specific times.

Trick or Treat Times in Omaha

If you lived in another city who had specific trick or treat times for Halloween night, you might be wondering what are the Trick or Treat times in Omaha?

We actually do not have specific trick or treat times here. Many people start to head out around 6:00 and stay out until 8-8:30 on Halloween night. Some families with little ones start earlier like at 5:30.

The general rule is that houses will turn on their outside lights if they are welcoming trick-or-treaters on Halloween night.

It is interesting, because I have lived in Omaha all of my life, and had never heard of trick or treat times. And people who move here from other cities are surprised to hear we do not have scheduled times!

 

Many More Halloween Events

For more Halloween fun, be sure to visit the following pages FULL of events and fun!

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