Your local resource for family-friendly activities and events in Omaha.
Ever wonder what it takes to build your own rocket and launch it high in the sky? This free program is for you and your family! Rocket building will happen from 10:30-11:30AM in the Luminarium. After the rockets are constructed the launch will happen on the Gallup campus, just north of Kiewit Luminarium from 12:30–1:30PM. (1001 Gallup Drive)
Can you defeat the competition? Join us each month for a chance to prove your skills at Nintendo Switch Sports. Winners will get a prize! For ages 9-18. This month’s sport: Bowling - Pairs. Registration is required
Dundee is bringing the neighborhood to life with monthly live music in the streets—and you're invited! On the third Saturday evening of each month, from 6–8pm, enjoy the sounds of local talent as we welcome a different Omaha-area musician to perform right in the heart of the neighborhood. Whether you're out for a casual stroll or heading to dinner, take a moment to pause, listen, and soak in the vibrant community energy that makes Dundee so special.
Join for a short, guided hike at Camp Brewster as we search for signs of seasonal changes in the Forest. After the hike, we will have a family-friendly craft to celebrate the equinox. To end our night, we will make a bonfire and have s'mores around the fire. Please remember to check the weather and dress accordingly.
The Kids Markets is a nationwide movement that gives kids the platform to launch their own mini businesses. From slime to soaps, lemonade to lawn services—kids sell what they create, while learning real-life business and social skills.
Mass at 11am, Activities start at 12:00. Food Trucks | Cornhole Tournament | Cake Tent | Beer Garden | Gift Draw | Midway Market | Product Test | Foam Party | Kids Area | Bingo | Flower Cart | Line Dancing Lesson | Live Music by Whiskey River Band | Family Picnic Area | Kick Ball (13+) | Hayrack Rides and more.
Join for a special presentation of Book Nook’s Theater of the 1931 Best Picture-winning film Cimarron is in the public domain. Cimarron (1931): Cimarron is an epic Western drama set during and after the 1889 Oklahoma Land Rush. It follows the ambitious newspaper editor and lawyer Yancey Cravat and his wife, Sabra Cravat, as they build a new life in the frontier town of Osage. While Yancey is repeatedly drawn away by adventure and causes he believes in, Sabra remains behind to raise their family and lead the newspaper, eventually becoming a respected civic leader. The film explores themes of frontier expansion, ambition, social change, and the evolution of the American West over several decades. Seating is limited, so don't wait! Reserve your tickets today.
Breaking Benjamin comes back with special guests Chevelle, Starset and Kami Kehoe
Join for a relaxing evening of crafting with diamond art magnets. Each participant will get to take their magnet home. This program is for adults. Registration Required
Film Streams’ free outdoor movie series, Film Streams on the Green, is returning to North Downtown Omaha this summer and fall at Sonny's Builders District. On select Monday evenings July through October, moviegoers are invited to eat, drink and play movie trivia while enjoying a line-up of family favorites, cult classics and big-screen blockbusters. Each screening will begin at 7 pm.
Join Bennington Public Library for an Out & About Storytime at Nelson Produce Farm! You MUST show your Bennington Public Library Card at admissions for free entrance.
Let's make a creative MESS! Our friend Miss Tina will be here to celebrate the chaos of art with a story, guided yoga, and a wild craft activity. Come and let your inner Jackson Pollock shine!
Every Wednesday, Monarch Agents will have the opportunity to participate in fun activities, including outdoor fun, arts and crafts, science experiments, detective work, and more library fun! Please arrive at least 5 minutes early before your first mission to receive your mission log. For those in 1st - 6th grade.
There's Oktoberfest. Then there's Croctoberfest. And this one is just for the 21+ crowd. Pick your experience with General Admission or VIP Prost! With the Most and Prost! With the Most Plus, grab a stein, and explore the Zoo's crocodilians and nine-member alligator family in a new light. Take your Oktoberfest to the swamp. Stay Wild.
Mark your calendars and plan to join for the 25th Annual Oktoberfest celebration!
Apple Sensory Bin crafts at The Learning Express
Learn some simple tips and tricks to make a sidewalk look like it recedes or capture those tricky architectural angles. Be still and reflect for just a moment, train your brain to really see. We’ll use typical Urban Sketching materials (pens, pencils, watercolor) to show you a few easy methods that work when you’re sketching in the park or sitting on a curb….no rulers or math, promise! All materials included. Location: Arrival Plaza at The RiverFront Park. The workshop will take place near the entrance of the Kiewit Luminarium
Midtown Mix is a laid-back neighborhood gathering where music takes center stage and community comes together. Bring a lawn chair, claim a park bench, or settle in on a nearby restaurant patio and enjoy the show up close. Better yet, grab your favorite beverage to-go from a Midtown Crossing establishment and sip while you listen. Beer, wine, and champagne are permitted, making Midtown Mix the perfect way to unwind, connect, and ease into the weekend.
Have you ever wondered what the Forest looks like after the sun goes down? Now you can find out at our Full Moon Hikes! Come on an evening hike with us and experience the Forest under the light of the moon. This program will include an educational discussion of the nocturnal animals around the Forest and a brief talk about the lore of full moons. The guided hike will proceed after the discussion. After the hike, please join us for a seasonal snack.
Stand-up comics from the Midwest (and beyond) are bound to leave you laughing like you never have before in this hour-long comedy showcase.
There will be events all day long in Centennial Park, Downtown Bennington. Events will be from 9am - 7pm. Events Include: BBQ Contest, Farmers Market, Cornhole contest, Live Music, Petting Zoo, Bounce Houses, Kids Activities and more!
Saturday mornings belong to the kids. Heartwood Kids Club is a free weekly program filled with hands-on fun designed especially for children ages 4–8. Activities can include crafts, demonstrations, creative projects or interactive experiences each week brings a new surprise. Kids must be accompanied by an adult, so the whole family can enjoy a playful start to the weekend together. Happening every Saturday morning June 13th through September.
Shop & Play at Florence Mill Country Market for farm-fresh produce, meats, baked goods, handmade crafts & more in a historic mill & its surrounding field
Hop on by for a whole lot of cuddly cuteness! The Bunny Lady from Lambert Rabbitry is coming to town, and she's bringing her bunnies with her! There will be a fenced-off space in the store where kids can play and pet the bunnies. Plus, we'll have an adorable bunny-themed craft activity for them to do before they leave. Be prepared, though. Your heart WILL melt.
They have a new batch of apples to taste and rate this year, generously donated by Vala's Apple Orchard! Come for fresh fruit and lots of other fun for the whole family! Drop in anytime. No library card or registration required.
Join fellow K-Pop stans for an exciting night of decorating and trading photo cards! Bring your own to trade. Registration is required
Are you looking for an outdoor family event? Do you want to learn a new skill like archery or fire building? Then come join us for an afternoon of family fun at Archery Adventure Day!
Live Improv Happening Now! Long form improv from Omaha's best improvisors.
AppleJack kicks off the fall at Arbor Day Farm. Come for apples and traditions, stay for the sights, sounds, and experiences that spark wonder. Every season brings something new, making each visit feel fresh.
Directed by animation legend Glen Keane, Over the Moon is an exhilarating musical adventure about moving forward, embracing the unexpected, and the power of imagination. Explore a new and unique interpretation of the traditional folklore behind the Chinese Moon Goddess, Chang’e, and the significance her story holds during the Chinese Mid-Autumn Moon Festival.
Your end of summer celebration is here. Join Messy Moms Club for Pages & Pours. An evening of good conversation, snacks, refreshments, goodie bags, raffles and a kid-free evening. Author Meg Doody will be joining us IN-PERSON.
Film Streams’ free outdoor movie series, Film Streams on the Green, is returning to North Downtown Omaha this summer and fall at Sonny's Builders District. On select Monday evenings July through October, moviegoers are invited to eat, drink and play movie trivia while enjoying a line-up of family favorites, cult classics and big-screen blockbusters. Each screening will begin at 7 pm.
Come and play and have fun! We'll have different stations set up throughout the store where kids can build, create, mold, and draw to their hearts' content. No purchase necessary!
Join in celebrating America's 250th by watching National Treasure, rated PG. Popcorn provided!
Every Wednesday, Monarch Agents will have the opportunity to participate in fun activities, including outdoor fun, arts and crafts, science experiments, detective work, and more library fun! Please arrive at least 5 minutes early before your first mission to receive your mission log. For those in 1st - 6th grade.
Formerly known as Blair Mops, Blair MomCo is excited to announce our upcoming Consignment Sale! Whether you’re shopping for gently used baby gear, clothing, toys, or home essentials, you’ll find incredible deals at unbeatable prices. This is your chance to snag high-quality items for your little ones and your home – all while supporting a local, sustainable community!
Join for Nebraska’s largest gathering of mystics, seekers, and soul-healers. Enjoy readings from gifted Tarot and Astrology guides, energy healing, massage, aura photography, and a marketplace full of treasures like crystals, candles, jewelry, oils, clothing, incense, and more.
Free In-Store Kids Workshops. Join at 9 a.m. the First Saturday of Every Month. While Supplies Last.
Join on the first Thursday of the month for a special craft your little one can do with a Papillion Police Officer. Crafts will take place in the Youth Area.
Join for the Fall edition of our semi-annual Modern Market, where Nebraska small shops steal the spotlight! Transforming downtown Waterloo into an open-air, feel-good celebration of local — packed with 60+ carefully curated small businesses, great food + drinks, music, and all the spring vibes. Whether you’re on the hunt for something new, treating yourself, or just soaking up a fun Saturday out… this is your sign.
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