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Cool off this summer at the Summer Splash (formerly Hydrant Party). This La Vista summer tradition brings community members together to enjoy some outdoor fun with water. Local firefighters will be there to provide a giant sprinkler. Water toys and squirt guns are available for attendees to use and enjoy.
Warm nights. Cool grooves. Get ready to wrap yourself in another season of Jazz on the Green at Midtown Crossing presented by Omaha Performing Arts.
Thursdays, July 10-August 14, 2025
Park Opens for Seating at 5PM
Pre-Show Starts at 6:30PM
Music Starts at 7:30PM
Get ready to soak up the sun and feel the rhythm at the Summer Vibes Concert Series, your weekly dose of live music, good vibes, and unforgettable summer nights! Join Thursday evenings from 6:30-8:30 pm for an exciting lineup of local and regional talent—featuring everything from rock and pop to funk and soul. Vibes concerts are located in the Village Pointe Amphitheater, sponsored by Children’s Nebraska.
Each week, Quasar pairs up a local business with a local charitable cause, to present a “Classic” retro title for a “Free-to-the-Public ” event to raise awareness and support. This is a great way for your organization to educate and interact with an eager audience. Solicitation of free-will donations or mission-specific item donations can be part of pre-event, advertising co-op.
Come cool off at our Watermelon Festival, held right here on one of the largest watermelon farms in the Midwest! We grow over 6 varieties of watermelon (plus cantaloupe!)—and during this special event, you can eat as much as you want.
The Washington County Fair has been a tradition for more than 100 years. The annual event provides a facility that allows 4-H members, businesses, organizations, and individuals to showcase their talents and products with an emphasis on agriculture.
About 25 minutes south of Des Moines
9 day festival with 100+ hot air balloons filling the sky, including special shapes! Live music, buy a balloon ride, Dawn Patrol, Night Glow Extravaganza, food vendors, fireworks, and more.
Read more about this wonderful Hot Air Balloon Festival from Olio in Iowa.
Nearby, be sure to also visit the National Balloon Museum (The Walking Tourists).
Join American Midwest Ballet at the Performance Pavilion in Gene Leahy Mall for a free dance class. This class is open to all ages and led by a company dancer, and focuses on learning new steps and discovering the joy of dance.
Come face to face with some of the amazing critters you can find in the forest and learn all about why they are so neat! In the event of inclement weather, this program will be moved to the Library.
Participants will learn how animals use slime in nature and weird slime facts and will be invited to create a slime monster, blow slime bubbles or cut dripping slime with scissors. All supplies included. Children of all ages are welcome. Parents and/or caregivers are required to stay and help their children with this program.
Who's ready for a POOL PARTY?!🏊♀️🏖 Dive in to a splash of deliciousness as we craft our very own yummy crispie treats, then gather around for a story time while we snack on our Beach Bear🐻irresistible snacks!!😋 This is a FREE all ages event! First come, first serve, while supplies last!! We recommend coming as early as 10 am (open) to reserve your spot!
Join OPL for a cooking demonstration with No More Empty Pots to learn skills such as nutrition, teamwork, and food-safety. The session will feature local, seasonal and garden fresh foods. This is a free event for teens aged 13-18. Registration is required
Grab a lawn chair, your cooler, and join us in Miller Park (outdoor amphitheater) for an evening of smooth live music with The USB Band!
Brews, Beats, and Brats. Food Trucks, Live Music, and Local Vendors. Last Friday Night of the Month. May30, Jun 27, Jul 25, & Aug 29.
Free entry and parking to our outdoor night market including a rotating series of live music, local vendors and food trucks provided by EZ Food Trucks. This event occurs once a month, on the last Friday of the month May through August from 6:00-10:00pm. Located at Nebraska Brewing Company with an outdoor bar in addition to the indoor pub special for this occasion. Come join the fun!
As the sun sets and the warm evening breeze rolls in, Omaha’s original Night Market sets the stage for unforgettable summer nights in scenic Turner Park. Join as the city’s energy ignites four Friday evenings throughout the summer. The inviting atmosphere extends a warm welcome to dogs, families, couples and groups!
Enjoy free live music from local favorites and up-and-comers on the fourth Friday of the summer months. Lawn chairs, blankets and dancing shoes are encouraged. Make an evening out of it—bring your own picnic dinner or purchase tasty food from the visiting local food truck.
For a touch of holiday cheer at a beautiful park, bring the family to Indian Cave State Park on July 25-26, 2025 for the 12th Annual Campfire Christmas in July!
Join for The Music & Memories Summer Concert Series at Shadow Lake! Bring a blanket or a chair. Leashed pets always welcome! This week: Come Together Band
Gretna Days Fireworks Show
Join for another great Gretna Days Fireworks Show by Gretna’s own Peters Pyrotechnic Productions! Time is Approximate! Could start a little earlier or later based on the timing of darkness and weather. Located East of the Gretna High School. Join before fireworks for movie night in the football stadium, or come later to view fireworks show from the stadium.
Celebrate the National Day of the Cowboy with us this Saturday, July 26th at the Bellevue Berry Farm! Join for music, carnival games, comfort food, vendors, entertainment, and more at the first annual Western Days.
On July 26, the topic will be critter clues! Be a wildlife detective. Uncover critter clues left behind in the wild as you observe tracks, fur, scat and more. The event will be held at the pavilion east of the Caboose Park.
Get ready for the ultimate summer experience at the NEW La Vista Local Market! This is your chance to discover one-of-a-kind, hand-crafted items that you won’t find anywhere else. Come explore the City Centre, shop, mingle, and enjoy the summer day. Every purchase supports a talented artisan in your community. Mark your calendars — you won't want to miss it!
In this class students will learn the basic movements and isolations so well as, posture and some basic styling associated with popular Egyptian and Turkish style belly dancing. You will learn fundamental muscle control and fluidity while toning those core tummy muscles. It will encourage good posture, improve flexibility and it is a great low impact exercise activity as well. Great for beginners but, all are welcome to participate. This class will be located at the 8th Street Plaza in Heartland of America Park.
Rotating schedule of free instructor-lead wellness classes sure to get you moving. This Week’s Activity: TBD
Celebrate the National Day of the Cowboy with us this Saturday, July 26th at the Bellevue Berry Farm! Join for music, carnival games, comfort food, vendors, entertainment, and more at the first annual Western Days.
For a touch of holiday cheer at a beautiful park, bring the family to Indian Cave State Park on July 25-26, 2025 for the 12th Annual Campfire Christmas in July!
Join Teaching Artist, Liliana Falcon, for an exciting artmaking activity to create a unique piece of art to take home! Teens will explore color and use found objects as inspiration. All supplies are included. This is a free event for teens aged 13 and older. Registration is required
Join OPL for a fun-filled afternoon watching the Inside Out 2! It will be an interactive experience with activities during the movie. Families may bring blankets, pillows, and food with the expectation that each family will clean up their mess. This is a free event for all ages.
Get ready for a day of mouthwatering BBQ, ice-cold smashable Nebraska Craft Brews, and the 11th Annual Ribstock BBQ Festival, partnered with the Nebraska Craft Brewers Guild’s 3rd Annual LagerFest! 100% of proceeds go directly to support these two local non-profits.
Two live DJs battle for your attention—you choose the vibe by just changing the channel! We will provide wireless headphones, you pick your channel, and dance the night away under the stars at Heartwood Park. Whether you’re vibing to high-energy hits or chill grooves, there’s a beat for everyone.
All performances are 6-8pm and take place on the Turner Park Patio, near PROOF Whiskey Bar & Craft Cocktails.
The Xperience Band 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!
Superhero Night. Upon his father's demise, a new king is installed, yet he is confronted by an adversary determined to overhaul the customs and values of their people. They both seek guidance from their ancestors in an effort determine what is the correct path. Bring your favorites chairs, snacks, and beverages for a fun evening. Gates 8pm Movie 9pm
In celebration of National Moth Week (July 19-27), educators from UNL Extension and Nebraska Game and Parks will lead a moth lighting bioblitz at Schramm Park State Recreation Area. Bring a flashlight, search for moths at the light trap, and learn about moths and other nocturnal insects in Nebraska. We will use the iNaturalist app to document the species we encounter and collect data about nocturnal insects in the park. Data collected during this event will contribute to the Biodiversity in Nebraska State Parks initiative.
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!
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!
Hair up!!🤘Are you ready to let your creativity run wild? Make your own sand art bottle🌈 that looks like a troll! Let's make colorful and quirky masterpieces together! This is a FREE all ages event! First come first serve while supplies last! We recommend coming as early as 11 AM (open) to reserve your spot as space fill very quickly!!
Grab your blanket, lawn chair, and favorite drink for our annual Crossroads Showcase in downtown Omaha’s Premiere Outdoor Venue, Gene Leahy Mall Pavilion – the young, but already iconic gem in Omaha’s RiverFront district. Enjoy an scenic evening of music and poetry with festival headliners Dawn of Midi, Layale Chaker and Sarafand, and Kinan Azmeh, along with poetry from the current and former Nebraska State Poet and true Cornhusker wordsmiths Jewel Rodgers and Matt Mason.
Join for 30 minutes of fun with professional dancers from the American Midwest Ballet! We’ll hear a story, watch a dance, and learn some moves of our very own! In the event of inclement weather, this program will move to CB Library Meeting Room A.
Get ready to dig in and have some fun! We're making our own dirt and worms ice cream!🍦🐛 Bring your little chefs👨🍳👩🍳 for this fun and delicious science experiment!👨🔬👩🔬 This is a FREE all ages event!! (First come, first serve while supplies last.) We recommend coming at 10 am to reserve your spot as spaces fill very quickly!!
Summer Movie Mondays at Bennington Library
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.
How much do you know about the animal kingdom? Can you tell the difference between a monkey and an ape? What farm animal is more dangerous than sharks? Join OPL and educators from Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium for this gameshow-style program.
Bennington Library Teen Retreat weekly activities on Mondays for Tweens & Teens Ages 11-18
The B&B Theatres Summer Kids Series operates during the summer months when school is not in session and is designed to give families an affordable morning option that is great for the whole family. General showtimes will be at 10:00 AM and 12:30 PM. Tickets are $5 OR $3 for Backstage Pass Members! Not a member? It's FREE to join!
Come one, come all, to the best puppet show in town! Brian Henning will make you laugh, cry, learn, and most of all - have FUN - all with the help of a few plushy puppet pals. And at the end, kids will get to make their own puppet to take home! (No strings attached!)
Are you ready to get crafty? Come design your own book tote while listening to book talks. Have fun decorating your own unique book tote using various art supplies and iron on patches. You are encouraged to talk about a book you enjoyed with the rest of the group, but it is not required. All supplies are included.
This is a free event for teens aged 13-18. Registration is required
Join for Community Fishing Night at Halleck Lake! All participants ages 16 and older need a fishing license. A valid state park entry permit is also required for events at state park areas.
Truck & Tractor Pull, Bull Riding, Music, Rodeo and more!
Join on a multimedia adventure. Enjoy live music, interactive drawing, comedy, juggling, and a riding unicycle for fun. In the event of inclement weather this program will be moved to the CB Library
Celebrate the end of summer with a fun magic show by Jeff Quinn.
Bennington Library Community Partners
Level up at the library! Dive into VR, battle it out on Nintendo Switch, or explore our full lineup of consoles and games for a day of digital fun. Registration is required for this event.
Oh no! We're stuck in the past! Or is this the future? Work together to find hidden relics from each era and fix the T.I.M.E machine before that hungry dinosaur eats you for dinner. Do you have what it takes? Registration is required
All ages and ability levels are welcome at OPL’s Tabletop Time At the Library where we’ll be playing popular, modern board games like Catan, Ticket to Ride, Splendor, King of Tokyo and more! Come hang out with friends or family, learn a new game, or enjoy a group favorite at the library.
Experience Nebraska’s Largest County Fair. 10 action-packed days of exhibits, competitions, free live music, exciting grandstand events like the demo derby and bull riding—plus a midway jampacked with rides, games, and all your favorite foods on a stick!
Join OPL for a musical storytime with guests from the Omaha Conservatory of Music. This storytime will include a special musical story, songs with movement, and an instrument petting zoo, where participants can try out a violin, cello, glockenspiel, stirring xylophone, lollipop drum, and a shaker instrument.
Come join us for one last summer reading event! We'll be doing a coke and mentos explosion. We will also have guests return from the Omaha Children's Museum!
All Ages. A Turtle's Tale Movie Showing. Popcorn provided!
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.
Muggles and magic users of all kinds are invited to OPL for a celebration of the characters, creatures, and world from the "Harry Potter" book series! Come discuss the books, get sorted into your House, and do crafts and activities based on this popular fandom. Costumes are encouraged, but not required. This program is for teens ages 13-18. Registration is required
Gather a group of friends or family members to explore the Washington Branch and neighborhood! Stop by the Washington Branch to pick up a zine detailing ten locations to explore. You’ll have four hours to see as many of the sights as you can before heading back to the library for a prize! All groups will begin and end at Washington.
This is a free event for adults 19+.
Warm nights. Cool grooves. Get ready to wrap yourself in another season of Jazz on the Green at Midtown Crossing presented by Omaha Performing Arts.
Thursdays, July 10-August 14, 2025
Park Opens for Seating at 5PM
Pre-Show Starts at 6:30PM
Music Starts at 7:30PM
Get ready to soak up the sun and feel the rhythm at the Summer Vibes Concert Series, your weekly dose of live music, good vibes, and unforgettable summer nights! Join Thursday evenings from 6:30-8:30 pm for an exciting lineup of local and regional talent—featuring everything from rock and pop to funk and soul. Vibes concerts are located in the Village Pointe Amphitheater, sponsored by Children’s Nebraska.
Each week, Quasar pairs up a local business with a local charitable cause, to present a “Classic” retro title for a “Free-to-the-Public ” event to raise awareness and support. This is a great way for your organization to educate and interact with an eager audience. Solicitation of free-will donations or mission-specific item donations can be part of pre-event, advertising co-op.
Come cool off at our Watermelon Festival, held right here on one of the largest watermelon farms in the Midwest! We grow over 6 varieties of watermelon (plus cantaloupe!)—and during this special event, you can eat as much as you want.
Back to School Weekend-inator. A Phineas and Ferb Theme Family Fun Weekend at the Omaha Children's Museum
Join for the grand finale of our 2025 Summer Passport Program! Celebrate a summer filled with creativity, learning, and exploration at the Do Space Summer Passport Wrap-Up Party. This event is open to all participants and their families.
Calling all witches and wizards! Think you have what it takes to participate in this Wizarding Adventure? Come solve puzzles and clues to unlock a prize box before time runs out in this escape room based on the best-selling "Harry Potter" book series. There will be three escape rooms, at 1 p.m., 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. for participants ages 8-12. Try to escape over summer break! Registration is required
Get ready to unearth Egypt's ancient secrets as your crew investigates the mystery of the Lost Mummy. This escape room will bring the past back to life. But hold on... maybe some things are best left buried. This is a free event for teens aged 13-18. Registration is required and will open June 15. There will be three escape rooms at 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM, and 3:00 PM.
Every First Friday of the month in the Benson Creative District for a night filled with art, live music, food, and community! From 5 PM to 2 AM, experience a variety of gallery openings, art exhibitions, local vendors, and live performances at venues across Maple Street and beyond!
Grab a lawn chair, your cooler, and join us at the Soapbox Derby Track (next to Seymour Smith Park) for an evening of live music from Lemon Fresh Day! Lemon Fresh Day has been voted 'Best of Omaha - Local Band' for 7 years in a row!
Omaha Storm Chasers vs Louisville Bats and Friday Night Fireworks
Omaha Storm Chasers vs Louisville Bats. Stick around after the game for a fireworks show!
Friday Night Flicks is back at Gene Leahy Mall! This weeks movie is Inside Out 2! Come early to get a good spot at the Downtown Green and enjoy food trucks, free activities, and the park amenities. The movie will begin at dusk!
Luau Night. We invite you to a festive BBQ on the event lawn prior to the movie screening! For the film, enjoy the hilarious escapades of two orphaned sisters who welcome a quirky "dog" that disrupts their lives and turns their house into a whirlwind of chaos. Bring your favorites chairs, snacks, and beverages for a fun evening. Gates 8pm Movie 9pm
Comic Con Nebraska is a brand new show launching late summer in Omaha. It is the first show from the newly formed Octopus Events Group. OEG is made up of the founders of some of the best fan conventions in North America, including Emerald City Comic Con, Rose City Comic Con and Calgary Comic & Entertainment Expo, alongside the founders of Epic Photo Ops, and more!
On August, the topic will be owls! Celebrate Owl Awareness Day as you learn about these mysterious nocturnal hunters, dissect an owl pellet and more. The event will be held at the pavilion east of the Caboose Park.
Headlining the festival are the legendary Pixies, pioneers of alternative rock whose influence resonates throughout modern music. Joining them is a stellar lineup of artists, including Grammy-nominated indie rock sensation Waxahatchee, indie rock icons Band of Horses, the mesmerizing synth-pop duo Magdalena Bay, alternative rock powerhouse Silversun Pickups, and Omaha’s own Little Brazil.
Join the first Saturday of each month between 9 am – 12 pm for free in-person Kids Workshops. While supplies last.
2025-2026 Kickoff for Omaha Sisters in STEM, an organization based out of the UNO Scott Scholars Program empowering middle school girls to explore STEM fields with confidence.. Through several engineering-based activities, kids will explore the application of science, technology, engineering, and math! This event is for incoming 6th-9th grade girls from the Omaha area
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