Winter Wonderland Vendor & Craft Show at Oak View
Oak View Mall 3001 South 144th Street, Omaha, NE, United StatesWinter Wonderland Vendor & Craft Show at Oak View
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Winter Wonderland Vendor & Craft Show at Oak View
Get your picture taken with the one and only Santa Claus, but before you tell him your wish list, enjoy a delicious breakfast. Parents are asked to stay with their children at the event. All participants must register.
Join for pancakes and a visit with Santa Claus! $6/per plate
Santa is opening the doors to his workshop in La Vista once again, and you’re invited to join the fun! Stroll through the festive La Vista Wonderland in Central Park, see the reindeer, sip on free hot cocoa, snack on cookies and enjoy holiday activities while you wait to meet Santa. Check in at the tent and get a pager right away when you arrive for your visit. The Workshop may reach capacity at times—Santa is a popular guy after all. Please be prepared to spend some time outdoors (or in the tent) before entering the building.
Bloomwell Autism Therapy is hosting a Sensory-Friendly Breakfast with Santa on Saturday, December 13 from 9 AM – 12 PM at our Elkhorn clinic! Join for a morning of FREE festive fun! We'll have photos with a sensory-sensitive Santa, Christmas crafts, and a breakfast of french toast sticks, pancakes, muffins, fruit, scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, milk, juice, and coffee!
Festival of Trains is dedicated to bringing the joy of model railroading to as many enthusiasts as possible.
Breakfast with Santa is back for the third year - An event for the whole family to enjoy! Pancake feed is from 9:30am-12:30pm. Santa will be available for photos from 10am-noon. Kids will be able to write a letter for him and hand it directly to him! This event is free for anyone to attend. No matter the weather they will have the event.
Kiddie Craft is a hands-on, creative program designed for children to explore colors, textures and simple craft techniques in a fun and supportive environment. During this session, participants will be able to make Christmas Cards. Grown-ups are welcome to craft alongside their kids or relax nearby. Ages: 0–11 years
Feel the festive Holiday magic at NFM with 2 days filled with free holiday fun, and photos with Santa. You’re sure to have a merry time your family won’t forget.
Santa and his reindeer are flying into Bel Air Plaza on December 6th and December 13th. Come out to the plaza to talk to Santa and see the reindeer. Elsa and Anna will be there serving cookies and hot cocoa!! This is a special event for everyone and we hope to see you there.
Their community Christmas Craft Fair is just around the corner, offering unique, handmade holiday gifts, beautiful decorations, and festive fun for all ages. Fun Family Activities, Santa Pictures at noon.
A festive day full of holiday magic, shopping, treats, and community cheer! Explore charming local shops, sip something warm, and soak up the seasonal spirit with friends and family.
Children become elves-in-training and work their way through different stations to see if they qualify to be one of Santa’s elves. Official Elf Certificates are awarded at the end of each session. Ideal for ages 4-12. Elf costume welcome!
Free crafts for kids, extra savings for parents second Saturday every month. Kids get a free craft, ID Badge & Lanyard collector's pin each month + Craft Medallion after completing 6 crafts. In December Build a LEGO Creator 3-in-1 Toucan or Monster Truck
Santa is coming to Freddy’s! Come and have lunch with him on December 13 from 11 AM -1 PM and receive a sweet treat.
Gather your friends and family for a delightful evening of Christmas spirit, vote for your favorite house and tree. Enjoy vendors, pictures with Santa and the Grinch, activities, desserts, drinks and lots more!
Meet Santa inside our cozy heated tent! Bring your own camera or phone for festive photos, then enjoy hot chocolate and donuts on us—courtesy of Applied Underwriters.
Holiday Lights Walk with the Nebraska Trailblazers
Join for our cozy winter live music series at the orchard where we showcase local acoustic talent.
Join for their cozy winter live music series at the orchard where we showcase local acoustic talent.
Come watch the Geminids Meteor Shower and stargaze at Neale Woods located at 14323 Edith Marie Ave. in Omaha. Our event will begin with a brief evening hike on dirt-packed trails through the prairie and forest. Then as night falls, we will stargaze together and watch for shooting stars while learning about meteor showers and general astronomy from our seasoned volunteer, Bob Fuchs.
Will Hearn’s The Grand Ol’ Christmas Show is a live, one-of-a-kind musical variety show. The production is set as a retro radio show, "broadcasting” Christmas classics and original sketch comedy antics live on Christmas Eve from the 1225 AM N-O-E-L Radio Studios. The cast features the best artists and entertainers in Texas, including Americana standout band Blue Water Highway, Dalton Flake, The Dirty River Jazz Band, and the NOEL Radio Orchestra and Gospel Singers! This raucous, rollicking, retro radio show features your all-time favorite Christmas classics like you’ve never heard them before and sketch comedy shenanigans that progressively and cleverly blur the lines between nostalgia and satire. Made for music and comedy lovers alike from Boomer to Millenial, the Grand Ol’ Christmas Show is an inspiring holiday tradition that gets better every year!
The Christmas Bird Count is a bird count that takes place every year around the holiday season! The Christmas Bird Count has been happening since 1900, and this year you can help! Join on a naturalist-guided bird count on the trails or boardwalk near the Nature Center. They will be hiking snow or shine, so make sure you come dressed for the weather! They’ll start with a brief history of the CBC, then hit the trails with a naturalist! Naturalists will lead hikes out to the Boardwalk or surrounding trails, but you can also opt to count birds inside by the bird feeders. They have binoculars available to borrow on a first-come, first-served basis, but we encourage you to bring your own! Event is free with daily admission, but pre-registration is required.
Sunday, December 14th, 2025. Waiting Room and Reverb Lounge. Free. 10:00am - 3:00pm. All Ages Welcome
They can’t wait to welcome you (and your pups!) for Photos with Santa this holiday season! $15 per session – includes at least one edited digital photo with Santa! Photos can include just pups (up to 3) and/or human family!
Feel the festive Holiday magic at NFM with 2 days filled with free holiday fun, and photos with Santa. You’re sure to have a merry time your family won’t forget.
Save the date for our 4th ever Indoor Market!
Join for The Queer Collective’s 2nd Annual Holi-Gays Market! Support your local queer and trans artists and small biz owners by shopping small this holiday season
Come join at Loft 22, in the BERTA + LOUISE ROOM (MAIN FLOOR) for a jolly good time with the man in red himself! Bring your best smiles and strike a pose with Santa for a memorable holiday selfie. This in-person event is perfect for kids and adults alike who want to capture the festive spirit. Don't miss out on this opportunity to create lasting memories with Santa at Loft 22! These are for you to take with your camera or your phone. There is a time 2-3 minute time limit per family to be fair to everyone. YOu MUST have a ticket to get into this event <3
Celebrate the season with us at our 8th Annual Holiday Art Show! Event Highlights: Local artists showcasing diverse creations, Holiday beer and cocktails, Live Music, Family-friendly event.
The annual celebration returns, bigger and brighter. This year’s special feature will be a full balloon Menorah that will rise as the sun sets. We will have balloon artists twisting creations for the kids, a bubble machine filling the plaza with magic, and our famous latke truck rolling in hot and ready. Music, menorah, community and pure joy. It is the perfect way to launch the Festival of Lights.
Decorate your own sugar cookie.
Kids will have fun making some fun holiday snacks with their friends. Sorry they are unable to accommodate for allergies. Registration begins: November 17th at 9:00am
Santa Claus is coming to town he’s making a special stop at @ollie_hobbes - Papillion! 🎅🏼 Capture magical moments with Santa and enjoy a night out with the family. Mark your calendars with the dates: December 1st, 5:30-7:30pm & December 15th, 5:30-7:30pm
Enjoy decorating your own gingerbread cookies alongside Santa and Mrs. Claus! This event is free to attend, but we kindly ask each guest to bring one non-perishable food item per person participating in cookie decorating. All donations will go to support local families in need. Bring the whole family for sweet treats, warm smiles, and unforgettable holiday memories!
Celebrate the Festival of Lights on ice! Enjoy free skating, Kosher treats, arts & crafts in our heated tent, and the lighting of the Ice Menorah, sculpted live during the event. Presented in partnership with Chabad of Nebraska.
Welcome to what will quickly become another Omaha tradition. We are taking over the Heartwood pop up winter rink for a full four hour Chanukah party. To reserve your skating time just email the rink at the posted address. You do not need to be an ice skater to have a great time. There will be Israeli donuts, the latke truck, hot cocoa stations, crafts for all ages and the debut of our ice sculptured Menorah. When the sculptor finishes, we will light it together. Watching a Menorah emerge from a block of ice is a sight you will not forget.
Participate in holiday crafting, activities, and story time. Enjoy cookies and cocoa while waiting for Santa to visit his workshop. Santa will be available for selfies with you and your family. Parents are asked to stay with their children at the event. All participants must register.
Homeschool Hikes is a monthly nature exploration program hosted by the Schramm Education Center geared towards homeschool families. Each month, families can join a naturalist for a guided hike on the Schramm Park State Recreation Area hiking trails. During the program, participants will ask questions, draw, observe, and make discoveries in nature.
Test your sleuthing skills at the library! 🕵️ Follow the clues to find hidden objects and earn stamps. Turn in a full stamp card and receive a prize! Don't worry, the fun doesn't stop there... 🔍 You can grab a new card and keep playing! This activity is aimed at children ages 6-11, but younger siblings and parents can play along too. See you there, super sleuths!
Join as they listen to some of our favorite holiday songs and chat about their meanings. Bring your favorite to discuss. Holiday songs from all traditions are welcome! Please e-mail Cedate at [email protected] no later than Friday, December 12, with your song titles. Families welcome. FREE
Join for a free, year-round program where families can explore, play, and connect through bilingual yoga, mindfulness and wellness practices. Designed for children ages 5–12, younger siblings welcome with their caregivers, this class supports social engagement, emotional regulation, and open-ended play.
Join for a fun-filled Family Gingerbread House Making Competition! You’ll have one hour to build, decorate, and design your ultimate gingerbread creation. Work together as a family to craft your sweetest masterpiece and see how your creation stacks up against others. All supplies are provided! Just bring your creativity and holiday spirit for a cheerful, hands-on hour of family fun.
Bundle up and join us for Snow Much Fun Bingo! This winter-themed celebration is packed with holiday spirit, frosty fun, and merry moments for the whole family. Play to win cheerful prizes, sip on cocoa, and enjoy a magical night of games under twinkling lights. It’s the most wonderful time… for bingo! Age: All Ages
Bring the kids to visit with the jolly old man in his bright red suit as he stops by the garden to spread cheer (and maybe a little butter) this holiday season. Stack up pancakes, pour on the syrup, and make magical memories surrounded by the sights and sounds of the season. November 29 or December 20. Santa Claus will be available for guests to share their wishes and take photos from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (please bring your own camera).
Join for the annual Candy Cane Course 5k/12k! A fun, Christmas-themed event that is perfect for the whole family. Events: Kids Dash 1 Mile 5k 12k Virtual Race Volunteer then Run
Join Santa and Mrs. Claus at the Zoo for Cookies with the Clauses, a fun-filled holiday experience! Enjoy cookie decorating, crafts, pictures with Santa and more. Children 1 and under are free but must be included in your group count. Event attendees should meet at the Robert B. Daugherty Education Center. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration is required. Space is limited, so reserve your spot today.
Join at The Platform, the museum’s interactive play space, and celebrate the holidays with us! Each date will have a special craft or activity and feature related photos from our Photo Archive for a bit of a history lesson while you celebrate. On Saturday, December 20, we explore the history and traditions behind Las Posadas! These drop-in programs do not require registration and are included with regular museum admission.
They have quite they day in store for you and your family on Saturday, December 20th. Enjoy some delicious pancakes with the pancake man and get your photo and meet Santa at the Fremont Family YMCA! Bounce House, Holiday Crafts, Games, Pancakes, Photos with Santa. Pancakes are free for members and $5 for nonmembers (per person).
Stop on by for a Selfie with the Grinch and receive a free gift while supplies last!
Bring your family to celebrate the changing seasons at our Winter Solstice Celebration! Join for a short, guided hike at Camp Brewster as we search for signs of seasonal changes in the Forest. After the hike, warm up inside with hot chocolate and have a family-friendly craft to celebrate the solstice. 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.
Are you an adventurous night owl looking to explore new trails? Join in this unique opportunity to see the Forest at night! Don’t miss your chance to learn about the nocturnal creatures who call the Forest home while exploring new trails.
Join for their cozy winter live music series at the orchard where we showcase local acoustic talent.
We are finishing Chanukah off with a bang. Join us as we parade across the city with lit Menorahs mounted on our cars. It is one of the most joyous, uplifting and proudly Jewish moments of the year. If you have never been in the parade, make this the year. If you have done it before, you know there is nothing like it.
Stop by anytime and get creative at our Christmas Colorland Drop-in program. Color Santa, snowflakes, reindeer, Christmas trees and more. This is a fun and relaxing way for families to enjoy the season together!
School may be out, but the fun is just getting started! Join Recreation as we play a version of the classic TV gameshow Minute to Win It! Be a part of a fun day of competition and see if you have what it takes to be on TV! Ages: 8-17
Join in Santa’s Workshop for a festive and delicious afternoon with Santa and Mrs. Claus! Decorate your own gingerbread cookies, enjoy pizza, and make magical holiday memories with the whole family. Tickets are free but required for entry. Please reserve tickets for everyone who will be attending with you. Bring your holiday spirit and your appetite for an afternoon filled with cheer, creativity, and Christmas magic!
Join for a night of local stories! Ages 12+ are invited to submit a story or poem to read aloud (or have library staff read for them if preferred). Submissions should be no more than 1,500 words and family friendly. Invite your friends and family! Hot chocolate will be served.
Get creative with color, texture, and imagination in this hands-on collage workshop just for kids! Participants will use paper, fabric, and found materials to design their own one-of-a-kind masterpieces while learning about shape, layering, and visual storytelling. This is a free event for children ages 8-12. Registration is required and opens Nov. 15.
School may be out, but the fun is just getting started! Join Recreation during Winter Break for a variety of free, drop-in activities designed to keep kids and teens active, creative, and connected. Come enjoy some delicious hot chocolate, play games, or just hang out and laugh with friends! Ages: 8-17
Are you an aspiring songwriter or composer? Are you interested in sharing your work? Join professional musician Andre Vander Velde to learn about getting started in writing songs and composing music. This is a free event for teens 13-18. Registration is required
School may be out, but the fun is just getting started! Join Recreation as we stay warm and cozy in our favorite pair of pajamas and enjoy a holiday movie. It's the perfect way to melt away a longer winter day! Ages: 8-17
School may be out, but the fun is just getting started! Join Recreation and get a chance to create your mini masterpiece! With our mini-art boards you can express your creativity, show off your talent, and create something you can be proud of! Ages: 8-17
School may be out, but the fun is just getting started! Bring your friends and come to the community center for a variety of fun and games! From classic board games to ball games in the gym, there is something for everyone! Ages: 8-17
Welcome to Romantasy Craft & Chat – where fantasy worlds and heartfelt tales collide with creativity! Join for Page to Screen – Mini Book Ornaments, where they’ll chat about our favorite romantasy adaptations—from epic kingdoms to magical boarding schools—and the books that started it all.
Want an opportunity to get your family outdoors over your winter break? Would you like to contribute to science? Join their Christmas Bird Count for Kids event at Schramm Education Center! Learn more about the birds that call Schramm home during the winter while participating in the longest running community science project in the country. During the event, participants can choose to help count birds on a hike in the prairie or on a hike down to the Platte River. During the count, we will be recording the number and type of birds we see. After we count, we will join back up in the Schramm Classroom to tally our results and make bird crafts.
School may be out, but the fun is just getting started! Stop into the community center and grab a bite to eat! Our popcorn and snack bar is sure to have something for everyone to create their ideal snack mix! Be sure to stay after and chat with friends, have some fun in the game room and use the gym! Ages: 8-17
Get creative with color, texture, and imagination in this hands-on collage workshop just for kids! Participants will use paper, fabric, and found materials to design their own one-of-a-kind masterpieces while learning about shape, layering, and visual storytelling. This is a free event for children ages 8-12. Registration is required and opens Nov. 15.
School may be out, but the fun is just getting started! Join Recreation and leave your mark on our graffiti wall! Stop in to add your artistic mark and creative touch to our giant community coloring page! Ages: 8-17
Don’t let bed times burst your bubble! We are celebrating our New Year’s Eve all day long. Put on some swag as you ring in the New Year with the Amazing Bubble Show, NYE crafts, characters, and bubble drops throughout the day. All activities included with admission, while supplies last.
Children of all ages will enjoy this fun-packed bash with live music from Dino O’Dell and the T-Rex All-Stars, special crafts and activities. Ring in the noon year in your handmade party hat while enjoying the celebratory bubble wrap stomp and a spectacular balloon drop at noon in the Suzanne and Walter Scott Great Hall. Register online anytime beginning December 1st.
Join us for this friendly family New Year’s Eve celebration! This event will feature various craft stations, a scavenger hunt, and opportunities to win various prizes. Be sure to stay for our grand finale, the ball(oon) drop at high noon! Come enjoy the excitement of ringing in the new year, all without having to stay up until midnight! Ages: All Ages
Want to celebrate the New Year without staying up too late? Join us as we countdown to noon! They'll have crafts, music, and dancing as we celebrate 2026.
Join Gretna Public Library's teen services as we reinvent ourselves for the New Year. Enjoy goal-setting, New Years crafts, snacks and music, and New Years Eve good vibes. No library card or registration required.
Join environmental education team to celebrate the new year under an open sky with a guided hike in the beautiful Loess Hills. Let the natural world inspire you as you set intentions for the year ahead. Please dress for the weather and wear appropriate hiking shoes or boots. For winter hiking, dressing in layers is best. Hats and gloves are important as it will feel colder with the wind.
Be a part of the action as All Elite Wrestling brings to you a special New Year’s Eve special event, “AEW: New Year’s Smash” live at Liberty First Credit Union Arena on December 31st.
Celebrate the arrival of 2026 with live music, hors d'oeuvres, and a champagne toast at Lied Lodge's New Year's Eve Celebration in Nebraska City.
School may be out, but the fun is just getting started! Join Recreation and make s'more indoors! This classic campfire treat is tasty anytime of year especially surrounded by friends in the warmth of our community center! Ages: 8-17
Let your little one’s imagination run wild! Kiddie Craft is a hands-on, creative program designed for children to explore colors, textures, and simple craft techniques in a fun and supportive environment. Each session features themed crafts that help build fine motor skills, encourage creativity, and foster social interaction. Grown-ups are welcome to craft alongside their kids or relax nearby. It’s the perfect way to spark a lifelong love of art and play. Come join us and twist beads onto pipe cleaners to make sparkly snowflakes to hang up for winter fun! Ages: 0-11
School may be out, but the fun is just getting started! Join us in the community center for Family Gym Day! Bring you family and friends and enjoy all of your favorite athletic activities! Ages: 8-17
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