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Let’s go fly a kite! Families are invited to join us for a free afternoon of kite-flying fun. You will see some of the world’s largest and most creative kites. Bring your own kites to fly and a bag to collect candy from the kite candy drops, which take place throughout the event.
Join the Southwest YMCA for a fun afternoon of dunkin for pumpkins! Take a dip in the pool and grab your pumpkin, then meet us over at our painting stations.
Explore our summer exhibition, Heroes & Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume, then watch those same costumes come to life in a unique theater experience in the Truhlsen Lecture Hall. Watch a classic blockbuster on our big screen, and enjoy popcorn and refreshments from our old-fashioned Soda Fountain, as well as themed activities for each matinee. Movie experience included in museum admission; FREE for museum members.
Who's ready for round 3?! The very first Howl-o-Ween Mall Mutt Meet-Up is set for October 11th. We can't wait to welcome you back into Oak View Mall to Strut Your Mutt in Costume!
They're excited to welcome you back and to see new faces for our Fall Movies at Falconwood! Each person in the vehicle needs a ticket. Children ages 4 and under FREE! All taxes & fees included in your ticket price. Gates 5:30 p.m. - no early arrival please - Movies at Dusk. Come Hungry! Food Trucks + Falconwood Concessions and Bar (No Outside Alcohol Allowed Please)
Enjoy a day surrounded by the beauty of nature with FREE admission to Lauritzen Gardens on Monday, October 12. Come take a stroll among the fall foliage and seasonal blooms, dig into nature-inspired play in Sofia’s Play Garden, and take a walk through the lush landscapes of the Marjorie K. Daugherty Conservatory. With over 100 acres of outdoor gardens to explore, this is the perfect opportunity to get outside and connect with nature and to FALL in love with your public garden. Open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The model railroad garden is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sofia’s Play Garden is open from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. No reservations are required. Explore 100 acres at 100 Bancroft Street. Plan your visit at lauritzengardens.org
It's time for another EXPLOSIVE activity at the library! Join us as we create a safe exploding specter that you can take home! The only question? Can ghosts really explode? Come to the library to find out!
Join to deepen an understanding of jazz , strengthen musical skills, and learn directly from an experienced musician and educator. Dana Murray is an Omaha-born professional percussionist, educator, songwriter, and producer who studied at Berklee College of Music and has performed with renowned artists, including Wynton Marsalis and Norah Jones. Through his work with North Omaha Music & Arts (NOMA), he is committed to developing the next generation of musicians and using music education to build discipline, critical thinking, and confidence.
Join for a fascinating presentation by paranormal investigator, researcher, and podcast host Brian Corey. This program will feature an explanation of paranormal phenomena, a history of eerie local cases, and clues about how to research these stories. Corey will shed light on the methods and tools used by experts in the field, share chilling accounts of his discoveries. Attendees will also have time to share their own stories and get answers to paranormal questions. Free to attend. Best suited to an 18+ audience.
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.
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!
Uncover the science behind some of history’s most terrifying monsters! From vampires and mummies to zombies and ghosts, many spooky legends may have roots in the real-life mysteries of death and decomposition. Join us as forensic anthropologist Dr. Katie East discusses the history behind these enduring tales. Perfect for curious minds who love science, folklore, and all things spooky! This is a free event for adults 19+ . Registration is required
Is the start of the school year stressing you out? Have you wanted to start a larger 3D design project? October’s STEAM Teens’ project is the perfect place to start! The October and November STEAM teens will be two parts of the same project: creating a zen garden. In the upcoming October session, we’ll be focusing on building a 3D model from scratch! This is a free event for teens. Registration is required and is open online.
Spooky specters are haunting this week's Storybook Science! Walking through walls, throwing objects across the room, leaving cryptic messages on the wall... Are ghosts like that in real life? Join us for Storybook Science to find out!
Come one, come all for the most Spooktacular Storytime of the fall! Bring your costume or come as you are, and join us for a morning filled with festive stories, trick-or-treating, a scavenger hunt, crafts, and more!
This low-key, social-but-solo club is the perfect way to make progress on your projects, immerse yourself in a good story, and enjoy the quiet company of others doing the same. It's an ideal club for anyone who wants to craft more, read more, and casually build community.
Join for a spooky movie night just for teens. We'll be watching the Mel Brooks classic, Young Frankenstein. Pizza provided!
Looking for something different on a Tuesday night? Grab a friend or come solo and make some new ones at Spielbound's Werewolf Night at Ray’s Wings, Pizza at Drinks. This free event features multiple rounds of the popular social deduction game, drink specials from Ray's, prizes, and a puzzle station for players waiting to jump back in. Whether you're bluffing your way to victory or trying to uncover the werewolves, expect a fun, low-pressure evening of games and conversation. New to Werewolf? No problem. The social game is easy to learn, quick to pick up, and moves fast.
In honor of Fat Bear Week, join in on the Fat Bear Fun at OPL with a special storytime. Enjoy books and songs about bears followed by crafting handmade binoculars to spot the Fat Bear Hall of Champions around the library. This event will be sure to entertain our littlest bear scouts! Parents/caregivers must remain with their child(ren) for the duration of the program and are encouraged to help younger children with the activity.
Ages 4-8. Enjoy a popcorn snack and listen to a story!
The 2026 Wine Walk is coming to Olde Towne Elkhorn on Wednesday, October 14th from 5–8 PM! Stroll Main Street, sip your way through 15+ stops, enjoy live music, and discover some of your favorite local businesses along the way.
Zootacular is when Halloween comes alive at the Zoo. Explore glowing pathways, trick-or-treat stations, live entertainment, after-hours animal encounters, and unforgettable family fun after dark. Ticket sales will be available soon.
Elevate your senses with Momentum, our bold menu of brilliant dance! Each season, Momentum brings you a freshly-chosen selection of ballets that showcase the versatility of dance as an art form. Featured this season: A Light in the Dark, Ann Reinking and Melissa Thodos’ inspiring, critically acclaimed true story of Helen Keller and her teacher, Anne Sullivan; Habaneras, the Music of Cuba, a colorful and sweeping portrait created by modern master Frank Chaves; and Erika Overturff’s new, delightfully dark, and unexpectedly joyous Danse Macabre!
Curiosity Crew is a hands-on STEM class for children under the age of six! Each month we cover a science topic and complete an activity or art project associated with that concept. This month, we’re learning about gravity, weight, and how to construct a stable tower. After the lesson, kiddos will have a chance to build a tower that can support the weight of a small pumpkin.
In order for curious minds to bloom, it is essential to plant a love of reading at a young age. Join OPL at Lauritzen Gardens for stories that celebrate gardens, plants, insects and more, and discover the joys of nature, movement, music, and literature. Storytime is geared for preschoolers, but all ages are welcome. Lauritzen Gardens will offer free admission to families who attend this storytime.
Chris Sayre presents the Songs and Melodies of England, Ireland, Scotland, and Wales performed on Button Accordion, English Concertina, fretted Dulcimer, Guitar, Mandolin, and Musical Saw. Travel across the Atlantic Ocean for a musical exploration of some of the early roots of our Folk and Country Music, including memorable ballads and humorous ditties. Lunch will be provided, so come hungry!
Never won an award for art? No problem, you can win one for the worst art project at the OPL Teen Bad Art event! Teens ages 13-18 are encouraged to let their creativity run wild as they will have access to a wide variety of supplies to produce a piece of Bad Art. All artistic abilities are welcome, from the Monets and Van Goghs to the “Picass-oh nos!”
Join for a teen-only hangout where you can dive into crafts, try out games, explore cool hobbies, and chill with friends in a space full of music and good vibes. Come spark your imagination and discover something new! This is a free program for teens 13-18 years old.
Dress your dog in a Halloween costume and register onsite at the event to take part in a costume competition. Snap a pic of your furry friend at our fall-themed backdrop. Make sure to stop by the City’s booth for a branded giveaway and treat for your dog. Treat yourself, too, with a free beverage from Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee Truck.
Stroll downtown and trick-or-treat at participating businesses! Meet the police and fire departments, and walk through a spooky alley hosted by the Dodge County Sheriff's Office. Stop for dinner or drinks along the way!
Annual Trunk or Treat at Quaker Steak & Lube! An evening of family-friendly Halloween fun! Bring the kids dressed in their Halloween best and make your way through our Trunk or Treat featuring classic cars, local businesses, plenty of candy & treats, and lots of spooky fun.
Bring the family out for an evening of costumes, candy, and trick-or-treating across both parking lots, doubling the fun!
They're excited to welcome you back and to see new faces for our Fall Movies at Falconwood! Each person in the vehicle needs a ticket. Children ages 4 and under FREE! All taxes & fees included in your ticket price. Gates 5:30 p.m. - no early arrival please - Movies at Dusk. Come Hungry! Food Trucks + Falconwood Concessions and Bar (No Outside Alcohol Allowed Please)
Make your own spooky decor! For this week's Teen Craft Club, we'll be making cobweb banners with coffee filters. This program is for teens aged 12-18 years old.
Come check out the largest and longest-running anime convention in the Omaha / Council Bluffs metro area! Do you like anime? If not, how about gaming, comics, or pop culture? If you like one of these – or maybe you just like meeting new people, this event is for you! With over 100 activities in our three-day schedule. Highlights include an arcade, a huge vendors and artists area, costumes, an extensive board game room, Q & A with celebs from anime and games, karaoke, dances with live DJs, anime viewing rooms, and more!
Omaha Children's Museum will be here to show us how liquids become solids, soap becomes fluffy, and chip bags shrink in this show all about molecules and chemical reactions! Kids from preschool to Grade 5 will enjoy this show. No library card or registration required. NOTE: This event takes place at the Gretna United Methodist, 11457 S. 204th St.
Halloween crafts & activities at the Learning Express. Grab your friends and family and come make some memories! First come, first serve, while supplies last!
Look up and let your imagination soar! Inside a mobile planetarium, kids will journey through space to discover stars, planets, and galaxies, and learn how ancient stories shaped the constellations we see today. While you wait for your show to begin or to continue the fun after, themed crafts will allow young astronauts to further explore constellations. Registration is required
Join local paranormal expert Brian Corey for an eerie exploration into Omaha’s urban legends. Learn about the tools and techniques used by ghost hunters, and share your own chilling tales of paranormal encounters—if you dare! This is a free event for Adults 19+.
The Charles E. Lakin YMCA is hosting our annual trick or treat event in the park for all ages. Community partners will join us to help hand out treats and trinkets. Some will also host games and other special activities. Please join us for a night of fun for all! Costumes are encouraged and should be family appropriate. Free to the community.