• Hydrant Party

    Hydrant - 408 N 48th 408 N. 48th, Omaha, NE

    Keep cool all summer long with hydrant parties! Splash away when the Omaha Parks and Recreation Department comes to your neighborhood to unleash the fun at 3 different locations every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.  Please bring your own towel

    Free
  • Hydrant Party

    Hydrant - 42nd & Nicholas 42nd & Nicholas, Omaha, NE

    Keep cool all summer long with hydrant parties! Splash away when the Omaha Parks and Recreation Department comes to your neighborhood to unleash the fun at 3 different locations every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.  Please bring your own towel

    Free
  • Gretna Days Free Night at the Movies: Movie TBD

    Gretna High School 11335 S 204th St, Gretna, NE

    Gates open at 7:00pm, Movie will start around 7:45pm with fireworks to follow approximately 9:45pm. Concessions will be available for purchase. Free admission and parking! Seating will be available in the stadium seats and also on the field. Bring blankets for sitting on the field.  Lawn chairs are not allowed on the field.  Food and drink other than water will not be allowed on the field. No outside food or drink will be allowed

    Free
  • Gretna Days Fireworks Show

    Gretna High School 11335 S 204th St, Gretna, NE

    Join for another great Gretna Days Fireworks Show by Gretna’s own Peters Pyrotechnic Productions! Time is Approximate!  Could start a little earlier or later based on the timing of darkness and weather. BIG THANK YOU to our sponsor Culver’s! Located East of the Gretna High School.  Join us before fireworks for movie nite in the football stadium, or come later to view fireworks show from the stadium.

  • Oddities & Curiosities Expo 2026

    CHI Health Center 455 N 10th St, Omaha, NE

    Prepare yourselves for the weirdest event of the year! The Oddities and Curiosities Expo, the ultimate celebration of all things peculiar and extraordinary

  • Clay-asaurus Creations

    A.V. Sorensen Branch

    Calling all dino-designers; get ready for an adventure millions of years in the making! Unleash your inner sculptor and join us to make a clay dinosaur. After your prehistoric pal is built, you can give them a voice by writing a thrilling mini-adventure about their life in the wild! No experience needed—just bring your imagination! All materials are included, while supplies last. This is a free event for children ages 8-12. Registration is required.

    Free [REGISTER]
  • Kid Coders 10-12: Gamebots

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

    Calling all gamers! Have a blast learning how to code while building robotic games to test your code. You will learn about sequencing commands, value and sensor inputs, and loops. This month you will create a robo mantis. Registration is required

    Free [REGISTER]
  • Puzzle Competition – All Ages

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

    Compete against other teams to complete the same puzzle in the fastest amount of time. All teams will be provided with a puzzle and will have two hours to finish the challenge. The first team to complete the puzzle wins! Space is limited, and registration is required.

    Free [REGISTER]
  • Kids Market at Crossroads Music Festival

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

    The Kids Markets is a nationwide movement that gives kids the platform to launch their own mini businesses. From slime to soaps, lemonade to lawn services—kids sell what they create, while learning real-life business and social skills.

    Free
  • Dinosaur Egg Hunt

    Valley Public Library 232 N Spruce St, Valley, NE

    Our dinosaur friends laid eggs in the library's garden! Help us collection the eggs (watermelons), and join as they crack them open and enjoy a cool summer treat!

    Free
  • Designer’s Den: Plush Pillows

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

    Come one, come all to create perfectly personalized pillows! This month, we are making throw pillows and stuffing them so you can take them home with you. All supplies are provided. This activity is suitable for ages 5+. Space is limited. Registration is required.

    Free [REGISTER]
  • All Day Craft: Paper Dolls

    Valley Public Library 232 N Spruce St, Valley, NE

    Join every Wednesday for a take along craft! Crafts will be available to make in the library, or take with you on the go.

    Free
  • Stomp and Shake Storytime

    Central Library 7205 Dodge St, Omaha, NE

    Get ready for a roaring good time! In this hands-on musical experience inspired by Dinosaurumpus!, kids become the musicians as they explore the many ways percussion instruments make sound—shaking, scraping, and striking along with the story. Guided by a staff member from the Omaha Symphony, young participants will stomp, chomp, and make music together while discovering how rhythm brings this dino-filled tale to life.

    Free
  • Unearth a Story with Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium

    Central Library 7205 Dodge St, Omaha, NE

    Unearth A Story: Animals from the Past: Journey back in time this summer as we look at how modern-day animal adaptations can help us uncover the truth about our past!

    Free
  • Curiosity Lab: Boat Building Challenge

    Valley Public Library 232 N Spruce St, Valley, NE

    Every Thursday join in the Curiosity Lab, as we explore science with hands-on activities and experiments. *Participants should be prepared to get messy*

    Free
  • Jazz on the Green: J & The Causeways

    Turner Park 3110 Farnam St, Omaha, NE

    Warm nights. Cool grooves. Get ready to wrap yourself in another season of Jazz on the Green at Midtown Crossing presented by Omaha Performing Arts.
    Thursdays, July 9 - August 13
    Park Opens for Seating at 5PM
    Pre-Show Starts at 6:30PM
    Music Starts at 7:30PM

    Free
  • Classics With a Cause Series: Wayne’s World

    Quasar Drive-In Theater 13427 N. 300th St, Valley, NE

    Each week, Quasar pairs up a local business with a local charitable cause, to present a “Classic” retro title for a “Free-to-the-Public ” event to raise awareness and support. This is a great way for your organization to educate and interact with an eager audience. Solicitation of free-will donations or mission-specific item donations can be part of pre-event, advertising co-op.

    Free
  • Clay-asaurus Creations

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

    Calling all dino-designers; get ready for an adventure millions of years in the making! Unleash your inner sculptor and join us to make a clay dinosaur. After your prehistoric pal is built, you can give them a voice by writing a thrilling mini-adventure about their life in the wild! No experience needed—just bring your imagination! All materials are included, while supplies last. This is a free event for children ages 8-12. Registration is required.

    Free [REGISTER]
  • Live on the Lawn: One2Go

    Zorinsky Lake Park 4409 S 162nd Ave, Omaha, NE

    Grab a lawn chair, your cooler, and join at Zorinsky Lake for a relaxing evening of live music from One2Go! One2Go is a crowd-pleasing dance and party band, playing a continually-changing mix of current and classic hits from the rock, pop, and country charts.

    Free
  • Out & About Storytime: The Joslyn

    The Joslyn 2200 Dodge St, Omaha, NE

    Join OPL at The Joslyn for storytime, featuring stories, creative movement, music and exploration of a piece of art. Storytime is geared toward preschoolers, but all ages are welcome. This Storytime is part of The Joslyn's monthly Art-tastic Saturdays.

    Free
  • Kid Coders 6-9: Gamebots

    Central Library 7205 Dodge St, Omaha, NE

    Calling all gamers! Have a blast learning how to code while building robotic games to test your code. You will learn about sequencing commands, value and sensor inputs, and loops. This month you will create a robo kangaroo. Registration is required

    Free [REGISTER]
  • Out & About Storytime: Chalco Hills – Land Animals

    Chalco Hills Natural Resources Center 8901 South 154th Street, Omaha, NE

    Join OPL at different parks and places for storytime, featuring stories, creative movement, music and more. Storytime is geared toward preschoolers, but all ages are welcome.  In August, learn about animals that live on land.

    Free
  • String Sprouts Storytime

    Benson Branch 6015 Binney Street, Omaha, NE, United States

    Omaha Conservatory of Music guests bring the magic of music alive with a musical storytime! The storytime includes a special musical story, songs with movement, and an instrument petting zoo.

    Free
  • Clay-asaurus Creations

    Florence Branch 2920 Bondesson St, Omaha, NE, United States

    Calling all dino-designers; get ready for an adventure millions of years in the making! Unleash your inner sculptor and join us to make a clay dinosaur. After your prehistoric pal is built, you can give them a voice by writing a thrilling mini-adventure about their life in the wild! No experience needed—just bring your imagination! All materials are included, while supplies last. This is a free event for children ages 8-12. Registration is required.

    Free [REGISTER]
  • String Sprouts Storytime

    Charles B. Washington Branch 2868 Ames Avenue, Omaha, NE, United States

    Omaha Conservatory of Music guests bring the magic of music alive with a musical storytime! The storytime includes a special musical story, songs with movement, and an instrument petting zoo.

    Free
  • Puzzle Competition – All Ages

    A.V. Sorensen Branch

    Compete against other teams to complete the same puzzle in the fastest amount of time. All teams will be provided with a puzzle and will have two hours to finish the challenge. The first team to complete the puzzle wins! Space is limited, and registration is required.

    Free [REGISTER]
  • Jazz on the Green: Brittany Davis & Black Thunder

    Turner Park 3110 Farnam St, Omaha, NE

    Warm nights. Cool grooves. Get ready to wrap yourself in another season of Jazz on the Green at Midtown Crossing presented by Omaha Performing Arts.
    Thursdays, July 9 - August 13
    Park Opens for Seating at 5PM
    Pre-Show Starts at 6:30PM
    Music Starts at 7:30PM

    Free
  • Classics With a Cause Series: The Goonies

    Quasar Drive-In Theater 13427 N. 300th St, Valley, NE

    Each week, Quasar pairs up a local business with a local charitable cause, to present a “Classic” retro title for a “Free-to-the-Public ” event to raise awareness and support. This is a great way for your organization to educate and interact with an eager audience. Solicitation of free-will donations or mission-specific item donations can be part of pre-event, advertising co-op.

    Free
  • Unearth a Story with Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium

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

    Unearth A Story: Animals from the Past: Journey back in time this summer as we look at how modern-day animal adaptations can help us uncover the truth about our past!

    Free
  • Kids On The Block Puppet Show

    Central Library 7205 Dodge St, Omaha, NE

    Join at the library for WhyArts Kids on the Block, an engaging educational puppet program designed for children in grades K–4. Through lively performances and interactive storytelling, this special event introduces children to what it’s like to live with a disability. Each puppet is operated by a puppeteer who shares the same disability, making the overall message authentic and relevant.

    Free [REGISTER]
  • Comic Con Nebraska

    CHI Health Center 455 N 10th St, Omaha, NE

    Comic Con Nebraska is stampeding back into the Omaha Convention Center August 8-9, 2026!! 

  • Kid Coders 6-9: Gamebots

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

    Calling all gamers! Have a blast learning how to code while building robotic games to test your code. You will learn about sequencing commands, value and sensor inputs, and loops. This month you will create a robo kangaroo.. Registration is required

    Free [REGISTER]
  • MAHA Music Festival

    The RiverFront 900 Farnam St, Omaha, NE

    Headlining the 2026 Maha Festival is UK indie rock breakout Wet Leg joined by Omaha’s own Bright Eyes, Grammy-winning rapper Killer Mike, and rising alternative standout Blondshell. Indie-folk favorites Whitney round out the bill alongside Omaha-based David Nance & Mowed Sound and emerging local artist Carver Jones.

    $89
  • Aksarben Tirc Crit Cycling Race

    Aksarben Village 67th and Center, Omaha, NE, United States

    A bicycle race of a specified number of laps on a closed course over public roads closed to normal traffic. Free for Spectators. Family Activities: Obstacle Course, Skills Zone, Bike Fitting, Strider Zone, Playground, UNO Kinesiology

    Free
  • 2nd Annual Glow in the Dark Foam Party!

    Shadow Lake Towne Center 7775 Olson Drive, Papillion, NE, United States

    Get ready for the ultimate party experience with Shadow Lake's 2nd annual Back to School Foam Party! 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM: Regular Foam Party. 8:30 PM - 10:00 PM: Glow-in-the-Dark Foam Party. Event will be held in the middle of the mall. Wear your old tennis shoes and bring a towel! FREE Event.

    Free
  • Kids On The Block Puppet Show

    Central Library 7205 Dodge St, Omaha, NE

    Join at the library for WhyArts Kids on the Block, an engaging educational puppet program designed for children in grades K–4. Through lively performances and interactive storytelling, this special event introduces children to what it’s like to live with a disability. Each puppet is operated by a puppeteer who shares the same disability, making the overall message authentic and relevant.

    Free [REGISTER]
  • Jazz on the Green: Braxton Cook

    Turner Park 3110 Farnam St, Omaha, NE

    Warm nights. Cool grooves. Get ready to wrap yourself in another season of Jazz on the Green at Midtown Crossing presented by Omaha Performing Arts.
    Thursdays, July 9 - August 13
    Park Opens for Seating at 5PM
    Pre-Show Starts at 6:30PM
    Music Starts at 7:30PM

    Free
  • Classics With a Cause Series: The Karate Kid

    Quasar Drive-In Theater 13427 N. 300th St, Valley, NE

    Each week, Quasar pairs up a local business with a local charitable cause, to present a “Classic” retro title for a “Free-to-the-Public ” event to raise awareness and support. This is a great way for your organization to educate and interact with an eager audience. Solicitation of free-will donations or mission-specific item donations can be part of pre-event, advertising co-op.

    Free
  • Nebraska Balloon & Wine Festival 2026

    Ta-Ha-Zouka Park Elkhorn, NE

    Balloons launch Friday and Saturday Evening 7 PM. Gates open at 5:00 pm to give spectators an early glimpse at the hot air balloons as pilots assemble them for their flights.

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