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The 2025 Rally for Life is a run/walk event to support organ, tissue and eye donation. Join forces with donor families, recipients, living donors and donation supporters as we honor our donor heroes and rally to make a difference for the 100,000 Americans in need of a lifesaving transplant. We rally for hope. We rally for our heroes. We rally for life.
Help track the incredible migration of monarch butterflies. Guests of all ages are invited to participate in monarch tagging at the Zoo each Sunday in September from 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Get Fit In the Park with Healing Tender Hearts! We will help inspire weekly Sunday workouts that focus on cardio, mental health, fitness, with laughter, smiles, and togetherness. This event will take place at the Performance Pavilion in Gene Leahy Mall!
Let's celebrate our coziest companions! Our friend Mrs. M will read a few adorable teddy-bear-themed stories before guiding kids through a fun craft activity. Warm fuzzies await!
The second and fourth Tuesday after school stop by the library for a fun activity. Snacks provided. For ages 8-12.
Join OPL for a Titanic-sized adventure! You will be “locked” in a room, and in order to escape in time, you will need to solve various puzzles and clues related to the RMS Titanic before your time is up. There will be a session at 3:30 p.m., 4:15 p.m., and 5 p.m. for participants ages 13-18. Maximum of 10 people per room per time slot.
Make a splash with science and creativity! In this hands-on class, you’ll design playful water features and artistic displays using 3D-printed ducks. Experiment with water flow, movement, and design to create your own mini “duckie waterpark” while exploring the principles of art, engineering, and fluid dynamics.
Get ready to wiggle and giggle with Bluey!!🕺💃 Dance, twirl, and pop bubbles with your favorite blue pup!!💙🐾 Let's make memories that will have us saying 'yippie, yi, yay!' all day long. Don't miss out on this pawsome party, mate! This is a free all ages event!! We recommend coming early to get a good spot in line!
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!
Join OPL at the Gene Leahy Mall for storytime! Storytime is geared toward preschoolers, but all ages are welcome to join in the fun. Rain or shine, we'll be there! They will be under the big white pavilion.
Did you know that the trails at Schramm are a great WEB-site? Join us for a spider night hike. We will use flashlights to search for sparkling webs and reflective eyes as we hunt for amazing arachnids on the Hackberry Trail. Bring your own flashlight or head lamp. This is a free program; State Park Vehicle Entry Permit required. Meet at the park shelter next to Pond A (the first pond as you enter the park).
Don't be a scaredy cat!! Join for a fall-tastic afternoon of sweet treats, storytelling and giggles galore!! We will be decorating Scarecrow Cupcakes sure to put us in the autumn mood!! As we indulge in our sweet treats we will enjoy the story of "The Scarecrow"! Hope to see you all there!! This is an all ages event! $5 per participant! First come, first serve, while supplies last!!
Omaha Storm Chasers vs Charlotte Knights and Friday Night Fireworks
Omaha Storm Chasers vs Charlotte Knights. Stick around after the game for a fireworks show!
Join The RiverFront One Community Cultural Festival for a fun-filled night of music, free and open to the public.
Movie Nights at the Orchard! Grab your chair, blanket & pillow and get comfy as the movie starts at dusk. No outside food/drink, but don’t worry—we’ll be open inside with all the goodies!
Join this summer for some stargazing at Eugene T. Mahoney State Park! Powerful telescopes will be set up at the park’s golf shack for a glimpse of the night sky spectaculars. The event is free to the public, but you will need a valid Nebraska park entry permit for your vehicle. Stargazing will begin at dusk. Remember to bring your camp chairs or blankets! Telescopes will be provided. Rain Date Saturday, September 13
La Vista’s third annual Fun Run returns in September! Run (or walk) the trails in Central Park during this 1-mile Fun Run. New this year: Register in advance (required for all participants ages 3 and older) and receive an official race bib and packet. The first 100 to register will also receive a free cooling towel. All registered finishers earn a medal, and prizes will be awarded in each age group.
Join at Do Space this September for a drop-in session of tech toys, games, activities and creativity.
Story and music sets will take place all day and evening at the Pavilion in the Activity Center. Attendance is free with park admission and all ages are welcome, but ages 12 and up are recommended for the final performance, “Ghosting”. Performance times: 10:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 7 p.m. & 8:30 p.m.
Join Master Kim, a 6th degree Black Belt with over 20 years of teaching experience, for an exciting introduction to Taekwondo! Students will get a taste of this respected martial art while learning about discipline, building self-confidence, and embracing a healthy lifestyle. This is a free event for children ages 3-6. All participating children will need to have a release waiver signed by their guardian prior to the program. Registration is required
Ahoy, matey! Are you ready for a treasure hunt? Join OPL for a pirate adventure as we go hunting for pirate treasure at the library! Come make a compass, learn about maps, and then use both to find treasure hidden around the library. This is a free event for children ages 8-12. Registration is required
Join at Two Rivers State Recreation Area for Pinecone Pals on Saturday, Sept. 13. Learn about different ways that seeds are distributed and explore their unique characteristics. Check out some seed samples and be creative as you craft with pinecones. Stop by the pavilion east of the caboose park anytime between 1 and 4 p.m. This all-ages activity is free and open to the public. A valid Nebraska state park vehicle permit is required for park entry.
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! Please note this program is for ages 8+ only. A waiver must be completed for each family member before participating in the program activities.
Whether you come from Bag End or beyond the Misty Mountains, adventure awaits! Come anytime between 2 and 4 p.m. to enjoy crafts, activities, and fun for families, adults, and hobbits of all ages inspired by the beloved world of J.R.R. Tolkien. This is a free event for adults and families with children ages 5 and older. All crafts and activities will be available while supplies last.
This year includes live music, art, activities, food trucks, beer, cocktails and much more! All proceeds go to the Little Bohemia Business Association. Live music: Wedding, Nathan Ma Band, Parfait and Left Handed Country.
Grab your pumpkin-lovin’ pals for a special one-day-only pumpkin-themed tour of midtown. From the classics to the unexpected, your tastebuds will thank you for taking them along on this pay-as-you-go tasting tour for all things pumpkin.
Join us for the first annual EZFT Food Truck Faceoff! They will be hosting a series of qualifying 1 vs 1 food truck battles to see who will compete for $2,000 in prize money on September 13th and be named Omaha's best food truck!
Join the Nebraska Chinese Association and The RiverFront for an evening of cultural performances, regional vendors, family activities, and a great selection of food! Performances will encapsulate various cultures, with live music and dancing from 6 to 9 PM. The One Community Festival will be held at the Performance Pavilion and Downtown Green event lawn at Gene Leahy Mall.
Free outdoor movies behind The Dairy Chef in Elkhorn. Movies start at dusk. Bring blankets or chairs to sit on
Food, drinks, and ice cream for sale at Dairy Chef.
Help track the incredible migration of monarch butterflies. Guests of all ages are invited to participate in monarch tagging at the Zoo each Sunday in September from 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
SumTur Free Concert with Mark Irvin
It's FALL Ya'll!! Let's explore all the textures of the season with our DIY Sensory Bin Workshop!! Crunchy leaves, prickly acorns, and smooth corn kernels!! This is an all ages event! $5 per participant! First come, first serve, while supplies last!
Kids Ages 3-Grade 1 are invited to explore the world of theater through the story of Dragons Love Tacos, guided by a Rose Theater educator! A grownup is required to stay in the building. No library card or registration required. NOTE: This event takes place at the Gretna United Methodist Church, 11457 S. 204th St.
Join OPL at “Once Upon a Time at the Castle” for storytime and activities, featuring stories, creative movement, music and more. Storytime is geared towards children ages 2-8, but all ages are welcome. Bring your own blanket and snacks and meet us in the gardens!
They're celebrating the timeless joy of creativity! Miss Jill will start the fun with a storytime, then she'll guide kids through a play dough monster craft activity. Little hands will mold, and little minds will be molded!
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.
How do you see yourself? Use simple supplies to create a portrait that jumps off the page! For Grades K-5.
Celebrate the 141st German Day and Oktoberfest with us! Enjoy authentic German cuisine, finely crafted beers, lively music, and traditional dancing. Bring your family and friends for a weekend of unity, history, and pure joy. Prost!
The 2025 Omaha Rodeo will include two nights of high-caliber PRCA rodeo action featuring all seven rodeo events including steer wrestling, team roping and bull riding. World champion cowboys will be competing at the rodeo for their official entry into the National Finals Rodeo. Fans can expect non-stop action including rock music, fast-paced competition and family entertainment. Tickets go on sale March 28 at 10 AM.
Almost 35 balloons participate in races over the weekend. In addition there is a parade with a marching band contest and balloonist and many more, also a doll show, arts & crafts fair, flea market, balloon night glow, food booths and more. Come for the day or the weekend.
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