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  • Mystic Fest

    Featured

    Get ready for a magical, family friendly weekend filled with wonder and discovery.  Explore dazzling crystals, browse handcrafted jewelry, shop for unique crafts, snap a vibrant aura photo, and visit friendly readers for a little mystical insight. With just a $5 daily admission and kids 10 and under FREE, Mystic Fest is the perfect adventure for curious minds of all ages. Whether you come to shop, explore, or soak up the positive vibes, this is one enchanting event you won’t want to miss!

    $5

  • Amazing Athletes at Fat Brain Toys

    Fat Brain Toys 16909 Burke St, Omaha, NE, United States

    Get fit with fun as the Amazing Athletes guide you through a variety of active activities. Then, nurture your muscles and your mind with a healthy snack and a fun craft activity!

    Free

  • Taco Dragon Visits Storytime

    Saddlebrook Library 14850 Laurel Ave, Omaha, NE, United States

    Taco Dragon 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.

    Free

  • Dragons Love Tacos Escape Room

    W. Clarke Swanson Branch 9101 W. Dodge Rd., Omaha, NE, United States

    Dragon needs your help! The tacos for the party are locked in a box. Come help Dragon get to the tacos before it’s too late in this escape room based on the best-selling "Dragons Love Tacos" books by Adam Rubin. Designed for participants ages 6-10.

    Free [REGISTER]

  • Taco Dragon Visits Storytime

    Milton R. Abrahams Branch 5111 N 90th St, Omaha, NE, United States

    Taco Dragon 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.

    Free

  • Incredible Edible Landfill

    Florence Branch 2920 Bondesson St, Omaha, NE, United States

    Have you ever wondered what happens once you throw something into the trash can? How important is recycling? Join OPL as they explore these issues in a fun (and tasty) way! Participants will use pudding, candy, cookies, cereal, and other tasty treats to create an edible landfill.
    This is a free event for children ages 7-12. Registration is required.

    Free [REGISTER]

  • Taco Dragon Visits Storytime

    Willa Cather Branch 1905 S 44th St, Omaha, NE

    Taco Dragon 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.

    Free

  • Fandom Party: Percy Jackson

    Downtown Branch 1401 Jones St., Omaha, NE

    Calling all demigods! Join OPL at Camp Half-Blood for a celebration of all things Percy Jackson! Come discuss the books and do crafts and activities based on the fandom with others who love it. Based on the Percy Jackson book series by Rick Riordan. Costumes are encouraged but not required. All materials are free and provided while supplies last.

    Free

  • Esports 101 at Do Space

    Do Space in Abrahams Library 5111 N 90th St, Omaha, NE

    Learn about competition and esports, and receive coaching directly from a former professional player! Whether you just want to improve, have dreams of competing on the big stage or want to meet others interested in competition like you, this workshop is designed to help you reach those goals and form healthy, productive habits around gaming.

    Free [REGISTER]

  • Talk and Tote – Debut Authors

    Millard Branch 13214 Westwood Ln., Omaha, NE, United States

    Are you ready to get crafty and discover a new debut novel? Come design your own book tote while chatting about author's debut novels. You are encouraged to talk about books you've enjoyed with the rest of the group, but it is not required. All supplies are included. This event is for adults 19+. Registration is required

    Free [REGISTER]

  • Milo Imagines the World

    The Rose Theater 2001 Farnam Street, Omaha

    Milo is on a long subway ride with his older sister. To pass the time, he studies the faces around him and makes pictures of their lives. There’s the boy in the suit with the bright white sneakers; Milo imagines him arriving home to a castle with a drawbridge and a butler. But when the boy in the suit gets off on the same stop as Milo—walking the same path, going to the exact same place—Milo realizes that you can’t really know anyone just by looking at them.

    $10

  • Dragons Love Tacos Escape Room

    Saddlebrook Library 14850 Laurel Ave, Omaha, NE, United States

    Dragon needs your help! The tacos for the party are locked in a box. Come help Dragon get to the tacos before it’s too late in this escape room based on the best-selling "Dragons Love Tacos" books by Adam Rubin. Designed for participants ages 6-10.

    Free [REGISTER]

  • Novel Pictures: Holes

    Charles B. Washington Branch 2868 Ames Avenue, Omaha, NE, United States

    Read the book, watch the movie and then join in a lively discussion about both! Meet at the Washington Branch to watch the film “Holes,” based on the book “Holes” by Louis Sachar. Holes is rated PG. Light refreshments provided by Omaha Public Library.

    Free

  • Escape Room: The Hunger Games at Gretna Library

    Gretna Library 736 South St., Gretna, NE, United States

    Unravel a Hunger Games mystery in 25 minutes or less. Register for a slot online as a group of 3-5 (one person must be 12+).

    Free [REGISTER]

  • Family & Friends Bingo

    La Vista Community Center 8116 Park View Blvd, La Vista, NE, United States

    Take a break and enjoy some family and friends time playing Bingo! Join at the Community Center and see who shouts BINGO first! If you’re lucky, you might even take home a prize! All ages welcome

    Free

  • Lucky Litter Party

    Millard Branch of the Omaha Public Library 13214 Westwood Lane, Omaha, NE, United States

    This is a St. Patrick’s Day themed service event for kids, ages 9 - 11. If the weather is good, we’ll be having a great time enjoying the fresh air and getting some exercise by picking up litter around the Millard Public Library. We will also have fun in a meeting room in the library making ‘no littering’ signs that will be posted around Omaha later. Each kid who attends will be entered in a raffle to win one of five St. Patrick’s Day themed prizes, and the first 24 to arrive will receive a goodie bag. Wear gold, green, and silly St. Patrick’s Day accessories! Disposable gloves will be provided. Please wear a jacket if you think it will be a bit chilly. Hope to see you there!

    Free

  • Taco Dragon Visits Storytime

    A.V. Sorensen Branch

    Taco Dragon 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.

    Free

  • Snapology

    South Omaha Library 2808 Q Street, Omaha, NE, United States

    Join OPL as we engage in digital storytelling through exciting STEM and coding activities with our new community partner Snapology! While children are exploring robotics, coding, and design challenges using LEGO® bricks and technology, they are learning new skills and having fun! This is a free event for kids 6-12.

    Free

  • Design Studio: Pipe Cleaner Monsters

    Digital Library at Papillion Landing 1046 W Lincoln St, Papillion, NE, United States

    Get crafty and show off your art skills in this monthly program for 9-12 year olds. New project each month! This month: Pipe Cleaner Monsters. Registration is required.

    Free [REGISTER]

  • Bands & Brews

    The Astro Theater 8302 City Centre Dr., La Vista, NE

    Doors open at 5 p.m., music begins at 6 p.m. Free (All ages). Bands & Brews is your free ticket to enjoy an indoor concert at The Astro, the hottest new destination for live music in the Greater Omaha area. Come experience what everyone is talking about at this world-class venue in the heart of La Vista! This event, featuring local bands and beverages, is presented by the City of La Vista, The Astro, and La Vista City Centre.
    Headlining the evening is the nationally acclaimed, award-winning HECTOR ANCHONDO BAND, with opening performances by local favorites THE BROADWAYS and SPECK NELSON AND THE RALSTONES. Admission is free! Advance reservation tickets have all been claimed. An additional 1,000 seats will be available on a first-come, first-served basis at the door on the day of the event.

    Free

  • St. Patrick’s Brawl 2025

    Nebraska Brewing Company 6950 S 108th St, La Vista, NE

    The Omaha Hell Hounds sponsored by Nebraska Brewing Company and the American Medieval Combat Federation are bringing back St. Patrick's Brawl for 2025! Because last year was so successful, they wanted to up the ante. This year they are bringing you SIX teams for a round robin melee tournament! A portion of gross ticket sales will be going towards a local charity here in the Omaha area, so again, they thank you all for making this happen!

    $15

  • Outer Space Orchestra

    Featured
    Holland Performing Arts Center 1200 Douglas St, Omaha, NE, United States

    Blast off with the Omaha Symphony throughout our galaxy courtesy of Gustav Holst’s The Planets. This exciting and familiar music embodies the astrological character of several planets in our solar system. We’ll invite you to march off to Mars, fly to Venus, and settle into the joy of Jupiter. The whole family can board the spaceship and join us in the final frontier for this Family Series performance of Gustav Holst’s The Planets, complete with NASA footage on the big screen. Performances are one hour long. Come an hour before the program to participate in lobby activities like crafts, an instrument “petting zoo”, and more!

    $15

  • Bug Garden Sensory Bin

    Let's go on a bug hunt!! Create your very own Bug Garden Sensory Bin. Then dig in and feel all the creepy crawly textures, observe your insects with a magnifying glass, and of course catch your bugs with the mini net!! This is a FREE, all ages event! First come, first serve, while supplies last!

    Free

  • Blues performance with CA Waller “I Got the Blues, and I Can’t Be Satisfied”

    Baright Public Library 5555 South 77th St, Ralston, NE, United States

    Award-winning blues artist C.A. Waller, has been singing and playing the blues throughout the Midwest and South for more than 50 years. Through performance, storytelling, and a discussion of historical context Mr. Waller presents the musical styles, personal stories, and cultural background of the blues, and the people who sang and lived the blues. The story of the blues is the story of the establishment and development of the African-American society in our country, and the valuable contribution its practitioners have made to our collective culture. C.A. Waller is dedicated to the preservation of this unique oral tradition.

    Free

  • Some Like It Hot

    Orpheum Theater 409 S. 16th Street, Omaha, NE, United States

    Set in Chicago when Prohibition has everyone thirsty for a little excitement, SOME LIKE IT HOT is the “glorious, big, high-kicking” (Associated Press) story of two musicians forced to flee the Windy City after witnessing a mob hit. With gangsters hot on their heels, they catch a cross-country train for the life-chasing, life-changing trip of a lifetime.

  • Kindermusik at Fat Brain

    Fat Brain Toys 16909 Burke St, Omaha, NE, United States

    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 Kindermusik with Overton Music Studios!

    Free

  • MakeIt! Paper Roller Coasters

    Do Space in Abrahams Library 5111 N 90th St, Omaha, NE

    Build your own thrilling roller coaster from paper and explore the principles of momentum, gravity, and energy. Experiment with loops, turns, and drops to create the ultimate gravity-defying ride! This hands-on workshop brings physics to life in a fun and creative way.

    Free [REGISTER]

  • Our Musical Stories

    Florence Branch 2920 Bondesson St, Omaha, NE, United States

    A small string or wind ensemble from the Omaha Symphony will perform music chosen to reflect the musicians’ decision to pursue music and/or their journey to Omaha. Each musician will share their personal story. This is a free event for all ages.

    Free

  • Fire Safety Storytime

    Millard Branch 13214 Westwood Ln., Omaha, NE, United States

    Experience stories, creative movement, music and more. Explore the early literacy skills of singing, playing, reading, talking and writing in each storytime! Children of all ages are welcome; storytimes will be tailored for the age of the children present. At this storytime, we will learn about fire safety with a local firefighter and even see a fire truck!

    Free

  • American Midwest Ballet Storytime

    Council Bluffs Library 400 Willow Ave., Council Bluffs, IA, United States

    Join dancers from the American Midwest Ballet for a 30 minute Alice in Wonderland storytime. We’ll read the story, watch the ballerinas dance, and learn some steps and stretches, too!

    Free

  • Rock, Roll & Play Day at We Rock the Spectrum

    We Rock The Spectrum - Omaha 10717 Virginia Plaza #113, La Vista, NE

    Join on March 27 from 5-7 PM for free pizza and playtime at We Rock the Spectrum, a sensory-sensitive, inclusive indoor playground! This is a free event, and everyone is welcome!

    Free

  • Our Musical Stories

    South Omaha Library 2808 Q Street, Omaha, NE, United States

    A small string or wind ensemble from the Omaha Symphony will perform music chosen to reflect the musicians’ decision to pursue music and/or their journey to Omaha. Each musician will share their personal story. This is a free event for all ages.

    Free

  • Unlock Midtown: Free Neighborhood-Wide Game

    Spielbound Board Game Cafe 3229 Harney St, Omaha, NE

    Looking for an experience to enjoy with family and friends? For one weekend only, Unlock Midtown invites sleuths and clue-seekers to visit participating Midtown Crossing retailers, each hosting a unique, brand-new puzzle in need of solving. Your mission is to successfully complete each one. NEW for 2025 – Unlock Midtown: Kids Edition! This is a great way to include the whole family, with puzzles geared toward ages 5-10.

    Free

  • Heritage Hill Church Spring Craft Fair

    Heritage Hill Church 6909 Cornhusker Rd, Papillion, NE

    Heritage Hill Church is hosting our 2nd Annual Spring Craft Fair of homemade crafts, Direct Sales products, Woodworks, Artisan Crafts, and much more. Vendors such as Pampered Chef, Scentsy, Young Living, and more will be joining the Craft Fair.

  • Aviation Stem Day at Oak View Mall

    Oak View Mall 3001 South 144th Street, Omaha, NE, United States

    Flight Simulators, Radio Controlled Planes, Drone Soccer, and more!

  • Snapology

    Willa Cather Branch 1905 S 44th St, Omaha, NE

    Join OPL as we engage in digital storytelling through exciting STEM and coding activities with our new community partner Snapology! While children are exploring robotics, coding, and design challenges using LEGO® bricks and technology, they are learning new skills and having fun! This is a free event for kids 6-12.

    Free [REGISTER]

  • Seed Share and Garden Q&A at Gretna Library

    Gretna Public Library 736 South St, Gretna, NE

    Prepare for the spring planting season! Speak with garden experts, pick up free seeds, and swap seeds with others in our community!

    Free

  • Gardening Workshop with No More Empty Pots

    Benson Branch 6015 Binney Street, Omaha, NE, United States

    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. All materials are provided while supplies last.

    Free

  • Superheroes of Elkhorn: A Grand Opening Celebration!

    Bloomwell Autism Therapy – Elkhorn 613 N 204th Avenue Circle, Omaha, NE

    Join on Saturday, March 29 from 2-4 PM for our Elkhorn Grand Opening! Enjoy games, crafts, slime, popcorn, and a special visit from a fire truck! Plus, don’t miss the chance to take a picture with Spider-Man and Chase from PAW Patrol! This is a free, family-friendly event, and everyone is welcome—come celebrate with us!

    Free

  • Galaxy Slime

    3-2-1 LIFT OFF!! Join for an OUT-OF-THIS-WORLD experience as they make a galaxy of SLIME!! Come have some sticky fun, and leave the mess to us! This is a FREE all ages event! First come , first serve, while supplies last!

    Free

  • Toddler Tuesday: The Bug Guy!

    Fat Brain Toys 16909 Burke St, Omaha, NE, United States

    Come and bug out over bugs with the Bug Guy! Spiders, scorpions, giant hissing cockroaches, butterflies, and more... kids will get to learn about them all, and maybe even hold a few (if you dare). It's sure to be an exciting event!

    Free

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