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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.
Join us at The RiverFront for an educational storywalk all about Earth Day. Enjoy a serene walk through nature as visitors can read about Nebraska resources and wildlife, The RiverFront sustainability, and more! Visit the Discovery Playground to learn more!
Download the scavenger hunt and go out and search for science. Ten quests await you – no matter where you live in Nebraska. You have all month long, April 1-30, to complete these tasks. Tag us on social media or email us and share your completed hunt!
Visit The Hall of History Museum at Boys Town, and explore their science stations. Make your own comic books, design your own superhero outfit, learn about pottery, make a molding of a butterfly or dinosaur – to take home, and take a peek into microscopes and guess how much your brain weighs. Plus, don’t forget to stop by their “Brain Games” wall.
6 and Under. Join for an exciting egg hunt, then stay for crafts and toddler gym time!
Create stunning wax-painted eggs using Craypens and crayons. This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last.
Hop into spring with the Eggstravaganza celebration! Families are invited to enjoy a special storytime filled with seasonal tales, followed by fun crafts, tasty treats, and open gym in the Community Center. Be sure to bring a bag or basket to hold all your goodies! All treats and activities are while supplies last.
Create stunning wax-painted eggs using Craypens and crayons. This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last.
Join Nebraska Extension as they share how planting pollinators can beautify your yard and support wildlife. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting out, you’ll leave inspired with practical tips to bring this eco-friendly gardening practice to your home. This is a free event for adults 19+ . Registration is required.
Hold a wishing stone. Feels its presence. Ask yourself, what would I like to wish for today? Focus your energy into creating your own magical piece of art to carry into the summer. We will be using watercolor pencils for control and liquid watercolor to let go. Feel the stillness when you set your intentions in “stone” (well, a painting of a stone). All materials included Location: Arrival Plaza at The RiverFront Park. The workshop will take place near the entrance of the Kiewit Luminarium
Mark your calendar on April 3 for a super fun Meet the Easter Bunny event! From 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM and again from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM, families can enjoy meet-and-greet fun with the bunny, surprise mystery eggs, open play and everything is included with regular $17 admission—no extra fees!
Free In-Store Kids Workshops. Join at 9 a.m. the First Saturday of Every Month. While Supplies Last.
Join for a fun-filled day of family-friendly activities, eco-friendly egg hunts, crafts, and prizes at Lauritzen Gardens’ Spring EGGstravaganza! Hop to it and grab your activity ticket today!
Grab your basket and join us for an EGGTASIC Easter Egg Hunt! Invite your friends and neighbors to come and join in the fun too. There will be over 2,500+ filled eggs as well as other activities and food.
Meet in Twin Ridge Boulevard for a neighborly egg hunt! Morton Meadows neighborhood Association and Mizpah lodge put on a fun event!
Lots of Eggs on the church lawn. Inside there will be snacks, crafts & a visit from the Easter Bunny! Bring your basket, and join the fun!
The Easter Bunny is on a mission, and he needs YOUR help! He accidentally hid thousands of eggs at StoneBridge - Fremont, Millard & Omaha Campuses, and now we need expert egg hunters (that’s YOU) to find them!
Carly’s Easter Egg-Venture Hop on over to Arbor Day Farm for Carly’s Easter Egg-Venture! Carly the Cardinal and the Easter Bunny have hidden eggs and clues throughout Tree Adventure that lead to fun and special treats! We’ll also have special crafts and activities that the whole family will enjoy. Bring your basket and invite your friends to join in the fun. Included with Tree Adventure admission. Saturday (10am – 5pm) Classic Egg Hunt (1030am) Easter Scavenger Hunt (10am – 5pm) Crafts & Face Painting (11am – 3pm) Carly/Easter Bunny Meet & Greet (1030am – 430pm) Sunday (11am – 5pm) Easter Scavenger Hunt (11am – 5pm) Crafts & Face Painting (11am – 3pm) Carly/Easter Bunny Meet & Greet (1130am – 330pm)
Here comes Peter Cottontail hoppin' down the bunny trail straight to Fat Brain Toys! Hop on by for egg decorating and a photo-op with ol' long ears himself!
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 for Photos with the Easter Bunny! Humans and animals are welcome. Enjoy a fun-filled day with: Face painting, Kids’ activities from HyVee Kids Club, Petting zoo with baby goats, bunnies & more!
The Easter Bunny is visiting ODB on Saturday, April 4th, from 11AM to 3PM, and is ready to snap some adorable photos with your pups!
Hop on by for a Selfie with the Easter Bunny and receive a free gift while supplies last!
The BPOA and Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc. will be hosting their annual Easter Egg Hunt at 2707 Redick Ave. Bring your own bag/basket
Gates open at 1 p.m. and the hunt begins promptly at 2 p.m. All age groups will start hunting for eggs at the same time to help keep each field age appropriate and safe. Over 20,000 eggs will be spread out between the four soccer fields for kids ages 10 and under, with an adaptive field for ages 22 and under. Each age group will have 5 golden eggs that can be turned in for an "egg"tra special surprise! Be sure to bring a basket or bag to hold your eggs. Enjoy photo opportunities with the Easter Bunny before the hunt.
Give your favorite stories some sparkle! In this creative program use colorful gems and rhinestones to decorate dazzling book covers. Add a little shimmer and personality to your books while exploring your artistic side. Feel free to bring your own book or use one of ours! All supplies are provided, just bring your imagination! This is a free event for Adults 19+. Registration is required.
The Science Club is back at Yates Illuminates! Free and open to youth ages 4–16, this is a space to explore, build, experiment, and learn together. Sessions take place on select Sundays this spring, with a couple of special Saturday dates added in.
Rocks, Rocks, and More Rocks. Get ready to dig! Nebraska is full of amazing rocks and land shapes and we're going on a scavenger hunt to find the coolest native rocks right here in the forest! You'll learn how these earthy treasures keep the trees standing tall and help the forest stay healthy!
Feathers, Forms and Functions: Consider how the form of a bird (beak, feathers, feet) relates to the functions they do to survive and thrive in the wild.
Teens come and unleash your creativity by sculpting your very own clay animal! Afterward, you’ll have the option to bring your creation to life by writing a short story or adventure about your new clay friend. No experience needed—just bring your imagination! All materials are included, while supplies last. This is a free event for Teens ages 12-18. Registration is required
STEM has never been so sweet! In this hands-on program, kids will explore science and engineering using tasty treats as their tools. From building with snacks to experimenting with edible creations, learning is fun when you can eat your experiments at the end! This is a free event for kids 6-10. Registration is required
Give your favorite stories some sparkle! In this creative program use colorful gems and rhinestones to decorate dazzling book covers. Add a little shimmer and personality to your books while exploring your artistic side. Feel free to bring your own book or use one of ours! All supplies are provided, just bring your imagination! This is a free event for Adults 19+. Registration is required.
Join fellow book lovers from across Omaha for a quiet reading party with Omaha Public Library! This nontraditional book club meets on the second Thursday of each month. This month we would like to invite you to a sneak peek at Omaha Central Library
Grab your clubs and join us for The Amateurs Putt-Putt Tournament at The RiverFront! Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a first timer, there’s fun for everyone! Head over to the Community Space at the Greenhouse Apartment building next to the Boat Cove to test your skills.
Explore biomimicry and learn how humans take design inspiration from nature. With assistance from our partners from Nebraska Wildlife Rehab, use learned strategies to design space capsules and safely land an "astronaut." Teams will get hands-on with engineering challenges and meet a live animal ambassador to see nature’s tricks up close! This is a free event for kids ages 6-12. Registration is required.
Join Nebraska Extension as they share how planting pollinators can beautify your yard and support wildlife. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting out, you’ll leave inspired with practical tips to bring this eco-friendly gardening practice to your home. This is a free event for adults 19+ . Registration is required.
Stories in Motion with Circle Theatre is returning to Omaha Public Library storytimes! Families are invited to explore the sights and sounds of India through "The Festival of Colors" by New York Times bestselling authors Kabir Sehgal & Surishtha Sehgal.
Explore the garden, flowers, and the science of plants at this drop-in event for ages 1-6. No library card or registration required.
Kids can design and build their own paper strip flowers using bright colors and creative patterns—perfect for celebrating spring!
Step inside a thriving urban farm and explore the fascinating world of microgreens, sustainable agriculture, and innovative growing techniques at this exciting Nebraska Science Festival event at Barn Girls Farms! During this open house, participants will learn how tiny seeds transform into nutrient-packed microgreens, learn about urban farming, and see firsthand how fresh food can be grown right in the heart of the city.
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