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Six action-packed innings, trick plays, music, fan interaction, a light show, and fireworks—all wrapped into one unforgettable family night. Boom Fest: 5:00pm – 6:30pm, Opening Ceremonies: 6:30pm-7:00pm, Game time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm
World O! Water is a fun, annual event for all ages to learn about the important role water plays in our lives and community. Everyone is welcome to this free event including families, youth groups and scout troops, and even your dog! Join in the fun on Saturday, September 12th from 12 noon til 4 pm at Chalco Hills Recreation Area. Enjoy a free hotdog lunch while supplies last.
The Fort Omaha Intertribal Powwow highlights Native American dance, music, regalia, oral history and arts. With its rich ties to Native American history, where Ponca Chief Standing Bear and his people were detained pending the 1879 landmark civil rights case granting Native Americans the right of Habeas corpus, the Fort Omaha Campus continues to offer an ideal location for this outdoor community event uniting people of diverse cultures, races, socioeconomic backgrounds and ages. This event is family-friendly and free and open to the public.
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.
Moonlight Princesses - Tribute to Demon Hunters comes to the Astro Theater on Sunday September 20th. Tickets on sale now for this all ages event. Moonlight Princesses brings fans together for an unforgettable live celebration featuring powerhouse vocals, dazzling choreography, stunning costumes, interactive audience moments, and the songs fans know and love.
Welcome to Mission: Astronaut, a hands-on experience where visitors learn about space exploration, the technology that makes it possible, how it benefits life on Earth, and more through astronaut training challenges. Each section presents interactive tasks that require an astronaut’s mindset to solve and focus on engineering, physics, teamwork, and fun!
For Pete the Cat, life is an adventure no matter where you wind up. So the minute the groovy blue cat meets The Biddles, he gets the whole family rocking. That is, except for young Jimmy Biddle, the most organized second grader on planet Earth. But when Jimmy draws a blank in art class during the last week of school, it turns out Pete is the perfect pal to help him out. Together, they set out on a mission to help Jimmy conquer second grade art, and along the way, they both learn a little something about inspiration. Join Jimmy and Pete on an adventure of friendship, all the way to Paris and back in a Volkswagen Bus!
Welcome to Margaritaville! Tully, a charismatic individual juggling roles as a part-time bartender and part-time singer, is convinced that he has life completely sorted out. However, his world takes a turn when a captivating career-driven tourist captures his heart, making him question everything he thought he knew. Jimmy Buffett’s Escape to Margaritaville is a musical comedy featuring the most-loved Jimmy Buffett classics such as “Cheeseburger in Paradise,” “Margaritaville,” “It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere,” “Fins,” “Volcano” and many more. This hilarious, heartwarming musical is “the party you’ve been waiting for that will knock your flip-flops off” (Entertainment Weekly)!
Experience a night of psychedelic bliss and timeless tunes at our Grateful Dead Tribute Concert! Join us as we pay homage to the legendary band with a dynamic performance that captures the spirit of their iconic sound. From the groovy jams to the heartfelt ballads, our orchestra will deliver a faithful and exhilarating tribute, bringing the magic of the Grateful Dead's music to life in a new and captivating way. Whether you're a die-hard Deadhead or a newcomer to their music, this concert promises an unforgettable journey through the beloved classics and improvisational brilliance of the Grateful Dead. Come groove with us and relive the magic!
Our Spring 2025 ICC Boutique will be held in the ICC gym. The boutique will feature work from over 30 local artisans, including some children. They are so excited to have much more space than they did in the fall. Admission is free. Friday, April 25th from 7pm-830pm. Saturday, April 26th from 9am-3pm
5K Run, 5K Walk, 1-Mile Kids Race at Baxter Arena. Booth Vendors, Interactive inflatables for kids, beer garden.
A community event aimed at giving back to the beautiful space we all enjoy. This day is dedicated to all those who have used Lake Cunningham for events, runs, and festivals, and we’re asking you to help us maintain its beauty. They will provide rubber gloves and trash bags, but feel free to bring your own grabbers, thick gloves, and wear appropriate attire for outdoor clean-up activities. Bottled water will be provided throughout the event to keep everyone hydrated.
Celebrate Earth Day at the Zoo during Party for the Planet. As part of their senior capstone project, this year's event is presented by the Zoo's own Zoo Academy high school students! Each event element from logo design to day of activities is led by these passionate, conservation-loving students. Animal Talks, Storytime, Scavenger Hunt, and more!
BUILD a great garden adventure during Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects®: Made with LEGO® Bricks. This exhibit celebrates the beauty of nature but also emphasizes the delicate connections that exist between all living things. Marvel at 18 larger-than-life sculptures built from more than 275,000 LEGO® bricks, including a majestic monarch butterfly, a hovering hummingbird, a sly fox, and more! Ignite your imagination, create brick-built works of your own, and leave with a deeper appreciation for the relationships and connections that sustain our ecosystems.
Embark on a dramatic adventure to Antarctica — one of the most isolated and dangerous environments on Earth — and witness the latest discovery: dinosaurs. While Antarctica is a frozen land of snow today, Antarctic Dinosaurs reveals the lush habitat it once was 200 million years ago and the unique animals that called it home. Visitors will learn about rare dinosaurs and the history of the continent with real fossils and engaging interactives. More than 60 fossils, full-scale replications, and touchable models. Numerous mechanical and digital interactives, including “excavation” interactives. Real and cast dinosaur skeletons, including Cryolophosaurus and Glacialisaurus. Meteorite from Antarctica
A Farmers market for your dog. Vendors, fun, food trucks, coffee truck
8th Annual Youth Triathlon. Kids will have fun in this recreational backwards triathlon running, biking, and swimming. Register between March 3rd - April 4th. Space is limited.
Join SNJ Studio of Music's first ever student-led rock band for an afternoon of music! Featuring hits from the 70's-00's, the talented young adults of Blackbird Rock Co. put modern twists on tried and true classics. This is a free event, so bring a chair and get ready to rock!
A group of hungry critters led by RJ the raccoon (Bruce Willis) plot to make their way over a giant hedge that was built to separate the woodland animals from their usual treasure trove of snack food. The gang sets out to overcome the new divide in hopes of pleasing a hungry bear - and themselves.
All ages and free to attend! The second and fourth Sundays of every month from November – April! With over 60 total vendors, including farm fresh produce, eggs and meat, there is something for everyone! Food trucks, music, shopping, beer and more! With a rotating vendor list each week, there will be something new for you at every market!
Earth Day at The RiverFront will be a fun, Earth-friendly day of festivities along the Missouri River. Please join along the RiverFront Promenade and at the Riverfront Plaza in Lewis and Clark Landing for information booths, sustainability activities, terra cotta pot painting, giveaways, a clothing drive, and live music. Scatter Joy Acres will bring animals for a petting zoo.
Grab your family and friends for a fun afternoon of canoeing on the lake! Includes instruction and all equipment for a safe and fun canoeing adventure! Participants must be at least 6 years and older and at least one adult is required for each canoe. $25/canoe (max 4 people). Register for a 1 hour time slot: 1:00pm, 2:00pm, 3:00pm
Spring is here, let’s get gardening! Join Omaha Public Library for an interactive workshop with No More Empty Pots to learn about sustainable food production and build skills that support sustainable food-growing and production practices, environmental consciousness, and improved food self-sufficiency. This is a free event for teens aged 13-18. Registration is encouraged.
If you're a fan of "romantasy" bestsellers, join for this unique social experience of crafting and chatting all things Romantasy. Each month they'll meet to discuss different topics and complete a craft project. We will have snacks, drinks, a book swap table and a craft for the night. Bring a book or two to trade! Ages: 18+
Howard Hero the caterpillar is extremely impatient and has to wait 2 dreaded weeks until he hatches out of his chrysalis!! 2 weeks with no video games, no comic books and no pizza!! How will he survive?? Find out how when we read you the story of "The Very Impatient Caterpillar"! You will also get to observe our very own caterpillars in our Butterfly Garden!! What stage will they be in? Will they be caterpillars, in a chrysalis or will they be beautiful butterflies ready to set free?? We will also be crafting our very own Caterpiller/ Butterfly project! Cant wait to see you there!! This is a FREE, all ages event! First come, first serve, while supplies last!
Get ready for the Monday Night Market! It’s going to be an epic evening with local vendors, fresh food, a beer garden, live music, food trucks, and SO much more fun! Happening on the last Monday of the month, don’t miss out on supporting local and enjoying a vibrant night out! See you there!
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!
Sharpies are one of the simplest yet versatile tools you can use to create. In this workshop, you will learn different drawing and hand lettering techniques to turn a blank space into something extraordinary. This workshop will include different types of paper and a wide selection of sharpie markers to design an abstract piece with.
This event is free and open to the public, supplies will be provided! Visit the Canopies at Gene Leahy Mall.
The Young Playwrights Festival showcases the work of some of the best teenage writers in the Omaha area. Most of the scripts featured in this production are created as part of The Rose’s yearlong Young Playwrights class, which is led by The Rose’s award-winning Playwright-in-Residence, Brian Guehring. Written entirely by teens, the works are filled with comedy, tragedy, hopes, fears, romance and all-out fun.
Ages 0-12. Stop by the library after school to make a May Day basket! Leave it on the doorstep of someone you care about on your way home.
Join Washington Branch every Thursday as local community members share their story. Enjoy snacks, engage in discussion with the storyteller, and explore new professions, storytelling mediums, and activities. This program is for teens 11–18 years old.
Ralston Wine Walk in Historic Downtown Ralston. $25.00 per person in advance. $30.00 per person day of event. Please note that is a 21 and over event and everybody will be required to show ID.
Millard North High School presents the 2025 Musical: Mean Girls High School Version
Lucha spends her days caring for her ailing mother, but longs for something more. When a forgotten record album sparks her mother’s memory, Lucha and her cousin strike upon a radical idea to defy social norms and create an all-female mariachi band. But it’s the 1970s, girls can’t be mariachis…or can they? Infused with vibrant, infectious live mariachi music, this regional premiere of American Mariachi is a “big-hearted, musical tug at the heartstrings” (Denver Post) that reminds us how the power of music and love can help overcome obstacles and make the seemingly impossible come true.
This craft recommended for ages 0 to 6. Your little one will love the brightly colored flower that you can help them make. While supplies last. Stop by between 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. for this activity.
May the 4th be with you!! Come join us as we read to you "Goodnight Darth Vader" followed by a pool noodle Light Saber craft. The kids will have a blast trying to keep their Storm Trooper balloons a float with their DIY Light Sabers! It's a FREE event!
Experience Disney’s The Little Mermaid like never before as the Omaha Symphony brings Alan Menken’s Academy Award®-winning score to life! Watch Ariel’s thrilling journey unfold on the big screen while the orchestra performs beloved songs like Under the Sea and Part of Your World live. Don’t miss this unforgettable musical adventure—get your tickets today! Two performances to choose from with tickets starting at $20.
Join the first Saturday of each month between 9 am – 12 pm for free in-person Kids Workshops. While supplies last.
Join OPL for a super adventure featuring superheroes and villains in honor of Free Comic Book Day! Come enjoy fun crafts and hands-on activities inspired by your favorite superheroes! Costumes are encouraged but not required.
Don’t forget to pick up a free comic book while supplies last!
3rd annual Spring Craft and Vendor Fair hosted by Papillion La Vista South Dance Team!
Learn to draw on location with pen, water brush & watercolor pencils. No skill required, we cherish all individual styles - children and adults! Storytelling of our surroundings, the drawings are a record of time & place. Urban Sketching is a fun and social way to connect with other sketchers of all ages and abilities; no wonder it has become a global movement! Visit the Canopies at Gene Leahy Mall.
Join for the 2nd Pop-Up Shop & Animal Rescue event! This is an outdoor event. 7902 Towne Center Parkway. Vendors will be located along the streets in the middle of the mall. Adoptable dogs and cats will be in the amphitheater. Vendors will be selling everything from clothing to pet products!
Join OPL at The Joslyn for storytime, featuring stories, creative movement, music and exploration of a piece of art. Storytime is geared toward preschoolers, but all ages are welcome. This Storytime is part of The Joslyn's monthly Art-tastic Saturdays.
Join OPL and Dan Claes, professor of physics and astronomy at UNL, for a presentation on the science of superheroes. In this discussion, we will be featuring the origins and powers of Superman as part of a celebration of Free Comic Book Day. Don’t forget to grab your free comic book while supplies last. This program is for adults 19+.
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