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  • Mystic Fest

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    Get ready for a magical, family friendly weekend filled with wonder and discovery.  Explore dazzling crystals, browse handcrafted jewelry, shop for unique crafts, snap a vibrant aura photo, and visit friendly readers for a little mystical insight. With just a $5 daily admission and kids 10 and under FREE, Mystic Fest is the perfect adventure for curious minds of all ages. Whether you come to shop, explore, or soak up the positive vibes, this is one enchanting event you won’t want to miss!

    $5

  • Nelson Produce Farm Cinema Saturdays: Serendipity

    Nelson Produce Farm 10505 N 234 St, Valley, NE

    Enjoy movie nights under the stars at the farm! Cozy, family-friendly, and full of fall charm! Oct 11: Serendipity | Movie begins at 6:15pm

  • Camp Fear & Nightmare Theater: The Descent & Cabin in the Woods

    Elkhorn Shores 233rd & West Maple Road, Elkhorn, NE

    Experience the chills and excitement of the season with a series of heart-pounding films that will keep everyone on the edge of their seat. Dive into suspenseful stories, unexpected twists, and eerie atmospheres as the screen comes alive with unforgettable thrills. Whether a fan of classic mysteries or modern suspense, these movie nights promise a spine-tingling journey perfect for Halloween with Movies Under The Stars. Gates Open: 6:30 pm - Movie Starts at 7:30 pm. Admission: $5 park passes for each guest, plus firepit rental or campsite rentals.

    $5

  • Fall Kite Festival

    La Vista Sports Complex 7346 S 66th St, Omaha, NE, United States

    Let’s go fly a kite! Families are invited to join us for a free day of kite-flying fun. Come see some of the world’s largest and most creative kites take to the air and bring your own kite to fly. These massive kites will also take part in multiple candy drops throughout the day, so bring a bag with you to collect your candy! This is an all-ages activity and there is no registration required so bring the whole family and enjoy a unique spectacle!

    Free

  • Bellevue Animal Hospital Halloween Trunk or Treat

    Bellevue Animal Hospital 10410 S 25th St, Bellevue, NE

    In addition to the trunks full of treats, they’ll have little pumpkins for your kids (or you) to paint; a rubber duck pond (pick a ducky and win a prize); and of course – a pet costume contest! Cats and dogs of all sizes are welcome to participate, and they look forward to seeing all of your adorable furbabies. They encourage pet parents (and human kids) to come in costume too, if you’d like to join the fun!

    Free

  • Ralston Family Fall Festival

    The Granary Green 7401 Main St, Ralston, NE, United States

    Enjoy an afternoon filled with family fun, from midway games, inflatables, and hayrack rides to crafts, sweet treats, and additional entertainment. Bring your family, bring your friends, and celebrate the season with us. We can’t wait to see you there!

    Free

  • Raices de Mexico Showcase

    Gene Leahy Mall 14th & Farnam, Omaha, NE, United States

    Raices de México is a nonprofit organization from South Omaha founded in 2008. Its mission is to share Mexican culture through folkloric and indigenous dances. Join Raices de México at Gene Leahy Mall for an exhibition of some of these dances. A cultural exploration of Mexico in Omaha! States represented include Jalisco, Veracruz, Baja California, Sinaloa, Michoacan, and some indigenous representation of central Mexico with Azteca Conchera Tonantzin.

    Free

  • Schramm Treehouse Classroom Open Hours

    Schramm Park SRA 21502 W. Highway 31, Gretna, NE

    Visit the Schramm Treehouse Classroom during a visit to Schramm Park and embrace the importance of unstructured, free play. It is a perfect place to sit in a nook with a book, ponder a puzzle, build with loose parts, try a naturalist-led activity, and take in the view.

    Free

  • Decorate A Pumpkin

    The Learning Express Omaha 120 Regency Pkwy, Omaha, NE

    Join for a toddler friendly Pumpkin Decorating Party!! We have the pumpkins, you bring the creative tots!! This is a FREE all ages event!! First come, first serve, while supplies last!

    Free

  • Toddler Tuesday: Omaha Fire Department, Meet a Firefighter!

    Fat Brain Toys 16909 Burke St, Omaha, NE, United States

    Come and meet a real firefighter! A firefighter from the Omaha Fire Department will be here to teach kids all about fire safety and fire prevention. Then, they'll get to climb inside a real fire truck! This is going to be one fun event your kids won't want to miss.

    Free

  • Make It: Shadow Makers

    Do Space in Abrahams Library 5111 N 90th St, Omaha, NE

    Make some fun shadows with shapes you put behind a light. LED candles provided.

    Free [REGISTER]

  • Pirate Treasure Hunt

    Milton R. Abrahams Branch 5111 N 90th St, Omaha, NE, United States

    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 encouraged but not required.

    Free [REGISTER]

  • Paranormal History of Omaha

    La Vista Public Library 9110 Giles Road , La Vista

    Ages 12+. Jamie from Midwest Paranormal History Tours will be talking about the spooky history of Omaha. All ages welcome but it may be scary for young children.

    Free

  • Mysteries & Mocktails (Adults Only)

    Sump Memorial Library 222 North Jefferson Street, Papillion, NE, United States

    Read if you dare! This program is designed for mystery, horror, and true crime readers who will explore these dark genres, devour new book recommendations, and delight in sinfully delicious mocktails. Registration is required.

    Free

  • Out & About Storytime: Lauritzen Gardens

    Lauritzen Gardens 100 Bancroft Street, Omaha, NE

    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. Rain or shine, we'll be there!

    Free

  • Snapology

    Downtown Branch 1401 Jones St., Omaha, NE

    Explore digital storytelling through hands-on STEM and coding activities with our new community partner, Snapology! Kids will dive into robotics and coding using LEGO® bricks and technology—building skills and having fun along the way. This is a free event for kids 6-12. Registration is required.

    Free [REGISTER]

  • Lunch & Learn – Native American Life (Adults Only)

    Baright Public Library 5555 South 77th St, Ralston, NE, United States

    Have you ever wondered about the ins and outs of Native Americans life on the plains? What their homes looked like? How their villages were structured? Join for a "travelling history" presentation by a speaker from the Durham Western Heritage Museum. This event is free to attend and open to everyone. Lunch will be provided, so bring a friend!

    Free

  • Spooky Diamond Painting

    Saddlebrook Library 14850 Laurel Ave, Omaha, NE, United States

    Add some sparkle to your spooky season with diamond painting at the library! Create your own dazzling keychain, magnet, or drink coaster while swapping paranormal stories with others or listening to eerie tales from our staff. No experience needed — just bring your imagination! This is a free event for teens ages 13 and up. All supplies are included and available while supplies last.

    Free

  • Ahoy! An Escape Room!

    Ahoy! An Escape Room!
    Gretna Public Library 736 South St, Gretna, NE

    Can your team solve the puzzles before time runs out? Sign up to reserve your spot in the challenge.  No library card required.  For incoming Grades 2-5.  The instructions and game will take approximately 45 minutes.  Do not sign up for more than one timeslot.

    Free [REGISTER]

  • Quaker Steak & Lube’s Trunk or Treat

    Quaker Steak & Lube 3320 Mid America Drive, Council Bluffs, IA, United States

    Annual Trunk or Treat is back on Thursday, October 16th from 4–8 PM at Quaker Steak & Lube! Bring the kids in costume for a safe and fun night of candy, decorated trunks, and Halloween vibes. Plus, it’s Classic Car Night—so shine up your ride and come show it off!

    Free

  • La Vista Howl-O-Ween

    Southwind Park 8120 S. 92nd Avenue, La Vista, NE, United States

    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.

    Free

  • Makerspace Module: Halloween Coasters (Adults Only)

    Digital Library at Papillion Landing 1046 W Lincoln St, Papillion, NE, United States

    Meet our Makerspace and learn a new skill each month at our Makerspace Module at the Digital Library! This month, they'll guide you through creating Halloween-inspired coasters using the Cricut machine. Registration is required.

    Free [REGISTER]

  • Fantasy Crafts: Dragon Eyes

    Willa Cather Branch 1905 S 44th St, Omaha, NE

    Join Bri Wright from Golem Forge and try a new crafting hobby. They’ll be making Dragon Eyes out of clay based on the How to Train Your Dragon books by Cressida Cowell. All craft materials will be provided while supplies last. All you need is your imagination! Fantasy awaits! This is a free event for children 6-12. Registration is required.

    Free [REGISTER]

  • Zootacular

    Zootacular
    Omaha Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium 3701 S. 10th Street, Omaha, NE, United States

    Zootacular, presented by Veridian Credit Union, is an all-delightful (and not frightful!) Halloween celebration like no other. Featuring trick-or-treating, live entertainment, and special animal encounters after dark.

  • Camp Fear & Nightmare Theater: Halloween Short Film Spooktacular

    Elkhorn Shores 233rd & West Maple Road, Elkhorn, NE

    Legend of Sleepy Hollow, Garfield Halloween, Disney Halloween Favorites, Great Pumpkin. Step into a world of nostalgia with a special collection of classic Halloween short films from the past! Gather the little ones and treat them to a delightful lineup of the best spooky shorts from the 20th century. Enjoy timeless tales, playful frights, and festive fun that will enchant audiences of all ages. Gates Open: 6:30 pm - Movie Starts at 7:30 pm. Admission: $5 park passes for each guest, plus firepit rental or campsite rentals.

    $5

  • Free Admission Day to Lauritzen Gardens

    Lauritzen Gardens 100 Bancroft Street, Omaha, NE

    Don’t miss this day of relaxation and fun with 100 acres of fall gardens, beautiful flowers, and colorful foliage. Experience the beauty of the NEW collections in the Marjorie K. Daugherty Conservatory and enjoy the benefits of nature play in Sofia’s Play Garden. Guests can also explore our current exhibit, La Calavera Catrina, with eight larger-than-life skeleton sculpture installations staged in the garden. All guests receive free admission from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. No advance tickets are required.

    Free

  • Preschool Party Halloween!

    La Vista Public Library 9110 Giles Road , La Vista

    Ages 0-7. Costumes are welcome but not required. They are asking for candy donations to help make this event extra fun for all the kids. Any individually wrapped candy is welcome. Donations accepted until October 14.

    Free

  • Fire Fighter Storytime

    Sump Memorial Library 222 North Jefferson Street, Papillion, NE, United States

    Join for a special Firefighter storytime. Firefighters will be here to read a book. Watch as they put on their gear and learn more about fire prevention. Then explore the fire truck.

    Free

  • DIY Eyeball Mini Plant

    The Learning Express Omaha 120 Regency Pkwy, Omaha, NE

    👀🌱✨ Calling all little ghouls and goblins! Join us for a DIY Mini Eyeball Plant Workshop where kids get to craft their very own creepy-cute Halloween plant. 🎃💜 With silly eyeballs, colorful pots, and plenty of imagination, each spooky creation will be one-of-a-kind! This is a FREE all ages event!! First come, first serve, while supplies last!

    Free

  • Critter Chat with Scatter Joy Acres

    Gene Leahy Mall 14th & Farnam, Omaha, NE, United States

    Gene Leahy Mall will feature a different animal each week! Come interact with, touch, and learn about these cute and cuddly animals. This week's animal will be on hand at the 11th Street Promenade east of the Performance Pavilion.

    Free

  • The RiverFront Fun Fall Friday

    Gene Leahy Mall 14th & Farnam, Omaha, NE, United States

    Join the RiverFront for Fun Fall Friday! This family-friendly event features pumpkin painting, free donuts, live mariachi music and an appearance by Benji the Bush Baby!

    Free

  • 6th Annual Trunk or Treat Event with Duane Villatoro State Farm

    Duane Villatoro State Farm 255 W Broadway, Council Bluffs, IA

    Come on down for our 6th Annual Trunk or Treat Event!!! 265 W Broadway Council Bluffs Iowa. We're located in the Ogden Plaza across from the Omni Center. 🧟‍♂️🎃👻🎃

    Free

  • Charles E. Lakin Spooktacular

    Charles E Lakin YMCA

    The Charles E. Lakin YMCA is once again hosting a 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!

    Free

  • Montclair Trunk or Treat

    Montclair Community Center 2304 S 135th Ave., Omaha, NE, United States

    Join for a free event in collaboration with Montclair School and Montclair Trendwood Parkside Georgetowne Neighborhood Association. Bring the family for an evening full of trick-or-treating! Collect candy in our parking lot and enjoy the festive atmosphere. Don’t forget your treat bags!

    Free

  • Trunk or Treat at The Learning Experience

    The Learning Experience 12729 Martha St, Omaha, NE

    Guaranteed to be a fa-BOO-lous  spooktacular time! They invite you to dress up in your favorite costume and bring the whole family for a fun-filled day of  candy, games,  activities,  dancing & music and so much more! They will even have a special appearance from our beloved mascot Bubbles the Elephant!! Don't forget to take a  picture!

    Free

  • Family & Friends Bingo – Monster Mash Bingo Bash

    La Vista Community Center 8116 Park View Blvd, La Vista, NE, United States

    Goblins, ghouls, and giggles await at our Monster Mash Bingo Bash! This frightfully fun evening is packed with silly scares, colorful costumes, and monstrous prizes the whole family will love. Dress up if you dare, grab your bingo card, and join us for a spooky good time that’s more giggle than gore. It's bingo, but with a monstrously fun twist!

    Free

  • Spooky Stories & S’mores at Lake Cunningham with Bennington Library

    Lake Cunningham Campground 8305 Rainwood Rd, Omaha, NE

    Join for a spooktacular evening at Lake Cunningham featuring S'mores and spooky stories around the campfire.  This event is geared toward children grades 2-5.  Stories told may be scary for young children.

    Free

  • Friday Movie Night at the Orchard: Nightmare Before Christmas

    Ditmars Orchard & Vineyard 19475 225th St, Council Bluffs, IA, United States

    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!

    Free

  • Camp Fear & Nightmare Theater: Warm Bodies & 28 Days Later

    Elkhorn Shores 233rd & West Maple Road, Elkhorn, NE

    Experience the chills and excitement of the season with a series of heart-pounding films that will keep everyone on the edge of their seat. Dive into suspenseful stories, unexpected twists, and eerie atmospheres as the screen comes alive with unforgettable thrills. Whether a fan of classic mysteries or modern suspense, these movie nights promise a spine-tingling journey perfect for Halloween with Movies Under The Stars. Gates Open: 6:30 pm - Movie Starts at 7:30 pm. Admission: $5 park passes for each guest, plus firepit rental or campsite rentals.

    $5

  • Scary Movie Music with the Omaha Symphony

    Scary Movie Music with the Omaha Symphony
    Holland Performing Arts Center 1200 Douglas St, Omaha, NE, United States

    It's Omaha's most electrifying Halloween party featuring live performances of the hair-raising scores from your favorite scary movies! This is not your usual concert experience; they're transforming the Holland Center into a huge haunted house complete with lobby performers, special themed drinks, a coating of fog, and more spooky surprises. Get your friends together and come in costume for a nightmarish night with the Omaha Symphony you'll never be able to forget ...

    $30 – $112

  • 30th Annual Haunted Hollow at Indian Cave State Park

    Indian Cave State Park 65296 720 Rd, Shubert, NE, United States

    10 a.m. – 4 p.m.: Jack-O-Lantern Junk & Craft Market – Shop local this season! 3:30 p.m. – 5 p.m.: Trick or Treat by the Buses – Buskatiers (VW buses) will hand out candy to kids.

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