Your local resource for family-friendly activities and events in Omaha.
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!
Escape on a wild ride through the streets of Seville, where schemes unfurl, passions flare, and chaos occasionally reigns. Figaro, the mischievous barber, is at the center of it all, pulling strings and outwitting anyone who thwarts his plans to help Count Almaviva win Rosina’s heart.
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.
It’s the adults’ turn to shine (or scare)! 😈 Dress to impress—or terrify—in the Adult Costume Contest at the Hoff. Whether you’re funny, frightening, or fabulously creative, you could walk away with bragging rights and prizes!
2 p.m.: Pumpkin Roll for all ages; $3 per person. 7 – 9 p.m.: Haunted Hayrack Rides – Adults: $9, kids ages 4-12 yrs: $7, ages 3 and under: free. Tickets go on sale on October 1 and may be purchased by phone or in person. Limited tickets and no refunds. 9 p.m.: Campsite Decorating Contest Judging
Omaha Children’s Museum is thrilled to be partnering with Dreamworks Animation and the Association of Children’s Museums to bring Gabby’s Dollhouse MEOWseum Discovery Days to Omaha, October 25 & 26! Join for a purr-fect weekend of Gabby-themed activities that celebrate children’s creativity, curiosity, and compassion! To top off the festivities, we will be hosting a meet & greet with costumed character Gabby!
Craft and Vendor Show at Oak View Mall
Bloomwell Autism Therapy is hosting a sensory-friendly Trunk or Treat at our Elkhorn clinic on October 25 from 1-3 PM! Join for a free, fun, family-friendly afternoon designed with all children in mind! They'll have: Mini pumpkin decorating, a balloon artist, crafts & Sensory bins, snacks and treats, and more.
Just like a zombie, Cass Street Trick ‘R’ Treat returns and tons of spooky fun awaits! Games, candy, live music and more – it’ll be a ghoul of a time for the whole family! Free!
The Millard North Makers Market is an event that vendors and attendees look forward to each Fall! Over 180 vendors.
This season marks the 34th year of Hitchcock HawkWatch, and you're invited to learn more about their important conservation work! Swing by the Loess Hills Lodge gallery from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. any Saturday in October to learn more about what their research is uncovering in our gallery displays, enjoy refreshments including lemonade and cookies, and see what raptors are passing through atop the park's 45-foot observation tower.
Gather your little goblins and ghouls for Halloween fun! It’s sure to be a spooktacular time with activities, trick-or-treating, and even a few special character appearances. Grab a complimentary trick-or-treating bag & map at the main entrances of the Appliance & Electronics Entrance Building.
Bring out your ghosts, goblins, princesses, and superheroes for a day of non-scary trick or treating. Visit the animals, explore the Outdoor Nature Classroom, take a hayride, visit the food and farmers market vendors, enjoy music, games, and more! Event by reservation only.
10:00-1:00 Luminarium Member only. 1:00-5:00 Open to All for reduced Admission. Trick-or-Treating, Strange Science, and More! Come dressed in costume* for a fun day of trick-or-treating, strange science, and more! This Halloween season, the Luminarium is celebrating with our first-annual Fright Lab experience. Explore the museum and see how it’s been transformed for the season full of fun and surprises. Science demos including sheep eye dissections will make for a day of educational AND spooky-fun experiences. *Leave your samurai swords, light sabers, and blasters at home, please. No costume weapons allowed.
It's our 23rd birthday! And joining in the celebration are none other than Miss Pam the Balloon Artist and (drum roll, please....) BLUEY! Stop by, take some pics, get into dance mode, check out our new Hey Clay Bluey and Friends set, and don't forget to enjoy a free cookie!
Family friendly event open to the public.
The return of St. Mark's Annual Trunk or Treat event. Bring the family and invite your friends for a great time of food, fun and CANDY! The festivities will be held in the North Parking lot from 11:00 am-4:00 p.m., where the will be TREATS a plenty and Trunks up and decorated for the occasion!!! Bring a can good to support our community!
Come and create a spooky canvas that glows! You’ll be given a black canvas to decorate using phosphorescent paint and stencils. Your final creation will glow-in-the-dark! Paint your canvas as you share about your own paranormal experiences or listen as staff share a spooky story. This is a free event for kids 8-12. All supplies are included and are while supplies last. Registration is required
Bring the kids, invite a neighbor, and enjoy an easy, joy-filled afternoon made for memories. JUNK IN THE TRUNK is a walk-through route of creatively decorated car trunks, each offering treats and kid-friendly fun. It’s simple, safe, and packed with smiles—perfect for families who want a lighthearted fall outing.
Bring your little witchlings and warlocks for an afternoon of magical fun! Expect spellbinding games, whimsical crafts, Kids Costume Parade at 2:00 PM on 61st (a family highlight not the main event by Edge of the Universe Cafe currently in Halloween Theme), and sweet treats for the whole coven. Perfect for witches and wizards of all ages!
As twilight falls, the enchantment deepens. Stroll through Benson’s moonlit streets in your witchiest wear and enjoy exclusive deals, discounts, and delights from our participating businesses, plus more than 20 street vendors offering potions, pastries, crystals, art, and other mystical treasures.
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be in a play? Now’s your chance to learn! The Circle Theatre will bring part of the cast of “Momotaro: the Peach Boy of Japan” to share what it’s like to put on a play. They’ll perform a scene from the play, teach us a traditional Japanese dance, and help us create a Japanese bunraku puppet so that we can be part of the action, too. This is a free event for families with children ages 5 and older and does not require registration.
You'll see the changing forest in a whole new light after this Halloween hike! Take part and examine how folklore can deepen your relationship with the forest and prairie. Learn about the plant, animal, and mineral communities of the Loess Hills and their significance in the seasonal folklore associated with Halloween. If time allows, we'll return to the lodge for a demonstration of some of the items and techniques discussed on the hike.
Make deliciously ghoulish popcorn balls with marshmallow and Jello! This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last.
Make a Bigfoot silhouette and paper-doll style costumes to put on him.
There’s something supernatural happening at the library, and we need your help to put the spirits to rest before time runs out! Come solve clues and puzzles based on the haunted history of Omaha, from Hummel Park to the White House Apartments to secret underground mob rings and more. Do you believe in ghosts? This is a free event for adults ages 19 and up. Registration is required and opens Sept. 15. There will be a session at 2 p.m. and 3 p.m.
Kids are encouraged to come dressed in costumes and receive candy from neighbors up and down Underwood Ave.
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.
A fun community event filled with festive trunks, lots of treats, and plenty of Halloween spirit.
Attendees will enjoy an uplifting mat Pilates class led by Loft’s instructors, plus wellness freebies from local partners, and breast self-exam education from local specialists. To give back, 100% of ticket proceeds benefit Project Pink’d, an Omaha nonprofit supporting breast cancer survivors. What to Bring: A mat, water bottle, and towel.
It’s all treats, no tricks at the Midtown Crossing Crawl-O-Ween on Saturday, October 25! Each participating establishment will have themed drinks and food pairings for all who dare. Costumes encouraged!
Come for trick or treating, Pony Rides, Horse Meet and Greets, and fun vendors. Concessions on site too.
$200 in DOOR PRIZES, CANDY - GAMES - FUN - SAFE, Halloween Backdrop for Photos, Bounce House
It's Fall Y'all! Join for Midtown's Fall Festival! This is a free event for our whole community. There will be food, family-friendly activities, and entertainment. Carnival Games, Prizes, Food, Hayrack Rides, & More!
Looking for a way to celebrate the fall with your family? Join at the Forest for our Family Campfire Festival! Explore a trail off the beaten path, make a leaf-themed craft, play corn hole, or join us at a campfire sing-along. This program is located at Camp Wa-Kon-Da and will feature guided hikes, a seasonal craft, lawn games, hot dogs & s'mores, and more festivities to enjoy the fall weather!
This is a family friendly event with food, bounce houses, live animals, lots of candy, and more! They are so excited to see you all there and in costume to have a safe night of fun, excitement, and sugar
Join us for a night full of tricks and treats including lawn games, photo ops, trick-or-treating through Gene Leahy Mall until 7pm, and a spooky garden! Dress up in your Halloween best and stay for Scooby-Doo beginning at dusk!
Raise a glass to history and join for an exclusive after-hours Lock-In in the Genealogy & Local History Room! Our theme this year is Prohibition—a time of hidden speakeasies, bootleggers, and secret stories waiting to be uncovered. As OPL hosts their final lock-in at this temporary location, take advantage of uninterrupted research time, explore the stacks, and connect with fellow genealogy enthusiasts who share your passion for uncovering family stories.
Enjoy movie nights under the stars at the farm! Cozy, family-friendly, and full of fall charm! Oct 25: Great Pumpkin + Monsters Inc | Movie begins at 6:00pm
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.
10:30am starts with our special Halloween Service (wear your costumes). 12:30-2pm is our annual trick or treating - It is INSIDE this year! 2pm starts our spooky Halloween Music bingo (children must be accompanied by an adult)
Disclaimer: Please always confirm event details and times with the actual host of the event. This calendar is produced far in advance from a variety or sources; event details may change and listings are subject to possible errors.
Products and services listed on this site should not imply endorsement by Family Fun in Omaha. All information provided on this website is for informational purposes only. Family Fun in Omaha strives for accuracy, completeness, suitability, and validity of the information on this site, but they will not be liable for any errors, omissions, or delays in this information or any losses, injuries, or damages arising from its display or use. All information is provided on an as-is basis.