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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.
Receive two free books when you register! Complete any combination of 10 activities or reading/listening hours to receive a(n): Sticky hand or Smencil, Voucher for a book from the Friends of Omaha Public Library book sale, Omaha Storm Chasers ticket voucher (for an 8/13 or 8/17 game), and a Chance to win additional prizes
Pick up a Summer Reading Program Babies & Toddlers, Kids or Teens tracker at any branch to mark your progress. Color a section of the pathway each time you complete an activity or 1 hour of reading/listening (sections are subdivided into 20-minute increments). Bring your completed tracker to the help desk at any OPL location to receive your prize.
Cook up some fun using the power of the sun! Use simple materials to build a solar oven, then try making melty s’mores or warming up your favorite treat.
Heartland Pride Parade: Saturday July 12, 2025 from 9:30am - 12:00pm
A Clucking Good Time at the Totally RAD Chicken Show 2025: Parade, National Cluck-Off, Best Chicken Legs, Cement Chicken Auction, 5k Chicken Run
Open now through October 5, 2025! The biggest little adventure in town is crawling, buzzing, and flying its way to Lee G. Simmons Wildlife Safari Park! Experience Insect Adventure, an all-new giant journey, featuring 35 supersized animatronic insects and spiders from around the world. Enjoy a self-guided exploration with familiar favorites, like the monarch butterfly, honeybees, and the black widow spider, while encountering unique species such as the Madagascar hissing cockroach and the bullet ant.
Come and get messy at the library! We will have fun stations set up outside the library where you can explore and get dirty. Washing station available. Bring your own towel!
Step into your favorite Saturday-morning cartoons and explore the remarkable world of storytelling through animation. Our much-anticipated summer exhibition, The Animation Academy: From Pencils to Pixels, invites visitors of all ages to leap into the fascinating realm of the cartoon genre. This unique exhibit provides a rare glimpse into the magic behind some of the most beloved animated films and characters, and offers a comprehensive exploration of the art, science, technology and history of animation.
Join for winter-themed games, photo-ops, characters, and activities as we imagine it’s a cold and snowy winter day! In the event of inclement weather this program will be cancelled.
Hoot — the mascot for the Union Omaha soccer team — will visit for a special storytime. Children of all ages are welcome. Experience stories, creative movement, music and more. We explore the early literacy skills of singing, playing, reading, talking and writing in each storytime. This is a free event for all ages.
Dunnah..dunnah..dunnah!! SHARK!!!! AHHHH!!!!🦈 Join in celebration of Shark Week with a DIY Shark Attack Slime workshop!! Feel the ooey gooey textures of the ocean slime🌊 but watch out for SHARKS!!🤯 This is a FREE, all ages activity. First come, first serve, while supplies last! We recommend coming as early as 10 AM (open) to reserve your spot!
| Fontenelle Forest is partnering up with local food trucks to serve up delicious food truck eats on select Fridays from 12pm – 6pm outside the Nature Center |
| May 30: Coffee & Ice Cream Trunk |
| June 6: Family Traditions BBQ |
| June 13: The Churro Spot |
| JULY 11: Frios Gourmet Pops |
| JULY 18: Rutabagas Comfort Food |
| July 25: The Papillion Taco Guy |
| August 29: Big O Sno |
Families are invited to make art in The Union’s Youth Studios. Bring your loved ones for fun and creative play. Activities and materials may include: drawing, painting, printmaking, and more These events are FREE and open to the public. No registration required to participate.
Friday Night Movies in Turner Park. Park Opens at 5:00pm, Movie Rolls at Dusk. Friday, June 20, showing: GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY. Friday, July 11, showing: WICKED.
Grab a lawn chair or a blanket, some snacks, and join us in the Gene Leahy Mall for an evening of live music from The Moore Brothers Band! This is an Americana/rock and roll band from Lincoln, NE made up of two brothers and a few good friends!
The perfect way to end the week with live music, food trucks and lawn games against the backdrop of the perfect summer night vibe.
Everyone in the family is invited to complete mini challenges. Just playing could win you a prize! No library card or registration required.
Join for The Music & Memories Summer Concert Series at Shadow Lake! Bring a blanket or a chair. Leashed pets always welcome! This week: Honeytown
Enjoy live music on the plaza every Friday in June, July and August! Come early for dinner on the patio at Pasta Amore, Miranda’s or Jaipur and enjoy drinks after at Public House or Corkscrew Wine & Cheese! Bring a lawn chair and enjoy a delightful evening!
Omaha Storm Chasers vs Mud Hens and Friday Night Fireworks
Omaha Storm Chasers vs Mud Hens. Stick around after the game for a fireworks show!
Popcorn Productions, LLC and Eugene T. Mahoney State Park present three melodramas this summer: “Peril of the Storm,” “Baron’s Revenge” and “Troll of Trafalgar.” Performances take place at the Denman and Mary Mallory Kountze Memorial Theatre inside the park.
The second Friday of June and July for a free outdoor movie on the big screen. Blankets, chairs and picnics are encouraged. Movie Starts at Dusk.
On June 14, the topic will be frogs! Hop in for a ribbit-ing leap into the world of frogs. Learn about Nebraska’s frogs, their habitats, adaptations and more! Meet in the Lake #4 parking lot at 8 a.m.
Kids & Teens Craft Fair!
Pancake Pig will visit for a special storytime! Children of all ages are welcome. Experience stories, creative movement, music and more. We explore the early literacy skills of singing, playing, reading, talking, and writing in each storytime. There will be opportunities to take photos.
Rotating schedule of free instructor-lead wellness classes sure to get you moving. This Week’s Activity: Yoga with Jess Jaksha
Join a Teaching Artist from the Joslyn Art Museum in this exciting artmaking activity to create some really vibrant and expressive artwork. Teens will dive headfirst into the exciting world of printmaking, and we will use nature as our inspiration. Teens will create their own design on a reusable fabric tote bag! All supplies are included. This is a free event for teens aged 13 -18. Registration is required
Let’s Keep It Poppin Summer Art Fair will be a family-friendly good day out. With the summer festivities coming to an end we will still be making it POP after the Fourth of July with phenomenal local vendors of the midlands. The Blind Picasso nonprofit will be bringing in vendors who sale items from beautiful canvas art to delicious delicate bites of sweetness. We will be having one of the e best DJs in Omaha to bring good vibe music to make our last moments of summer unforgettable.
Doors open at Noon, Show 1pm. 311, Sublime, Blue October, The Urge, Sick Puppies, Anchondo
Build and decorate a cardboard mannequin in your own (or inspired by your own) likeness. Once you learn this technique, you can build up a whole little world that spans across time and is full of all your favorite people, places, and things! Registration Required
Jeff Quinn's all-new magic show needs YOU! Get your friends and family together and join Jeff Quinn's Summer Reading Show. This is a free event for all ages.
This workshop is for writers who love to dream big, think outside the box, and have fun while learning. You’ll leave with exciting new ideas and maybe even the start of your next masterpiece. No matter your experience level, this class will help you grow your storytelling superpowers—and have a blast while doing it. Game on! This is a free program for ages 10-13. Registration is required
Get ready to rock with Omaha’s Best Local Band, Whiskey River! Enjoy an evening of country-fueled tunes, food, and fun under the stars. Show at 7 PM
Lemon Fresh Day at Stinson Park! There will be food and drink vendors, face painters, balloon artists, and playground equipment for kids to enjoy. Feel free to bring chairs, blankets, and coolers for the concerts. Please use koozies for your cans and plastic cups for other drinks, as glass is prohibited. Also, please refrain from bringing tents, canopies, or staking anything into the ground. Most importantly, have fun and enjoy your time in Stinson Park! Aksarben Village is always buzzing with something fun to do!
80's Movie Night. Dinosaurs make a grand comeback to the park, shaking the event lawn with their thunderous roars! This serves as a crucial reminder to avoid wandering around the park during a rainstorm, as you might cross paths with a venomous dinosaur that could leave you blinded. Bring your favorites chairs, snacks, and beverages for a fun evening. Gates 8pm Movie 9pm
Free outdoor movies behind The Dairy Chef in Elkhorn. Movies start at dusk. Bring blankets or chairs to sit on
Food, drinks, and ice cream for sale at Dairy Chef.
Join this summer for some stargazing at Eugene T. Mahoney State Park! Powerful telescopes will be set up at the park’s golf shack for a glimpse of the night sky spectaculars. The event is free to the public, but you will need a valid Nebraska park entry permit for your vehicle. Stargazing will begin at dusk. Remember to bring your camp chairs or blankets! Telescopes will be provided.
Join between June 8 and July 31, 2025, to view your favorite family films for only $3 (+tax)! Grab the family and head to your nearest participating Marcus Theatres® or Movie Tavern® location!
Don't miss your chance to purchase a Kids Dream Passport, which entitles the passport holder to see all 8 movies in the series for just $12!
Shop & Play at Florence Mill Country Market for farm-fresh produce, meats, baked goods, handmade crafts & more in a historic mill & its surrounding field
Join for peaceful and inspiring mornings, where creativity meets the calm of nature. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or just looking to unwind, we’ll have everything you need to get your imagination flowing — adult coloring books, sketch pads, coloring pencils, chalk pastels, pastel paper, blank cards, stickers, and more — all free to use!
I spy with my little eye👀 a galaxy🌌 of fun textures, and everything outer space themed of course!!🪐Join as they create a one-of-a-kind I Spy 🧐 Sensory Bottle! These are perfect for all ages and make a fun, educational toy for the car or home!! This is a FREE, all ages event!! We recommend coming at 11 AM (open) to reserve your spot as spaces are limited and fill very quickly!
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