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  • Art In the Park: Fuzzy Printing Workshop

    Lewis and Clark Landing 345 Riverfront Dr., Omaha, NE, United States

    Turn drawings into prints through the process of trace monotypes. Using ink, paper, and the pressure of only a pencil, we will transfer designs to create a unique print. The transfer process creates a textured, contour fuzzy-line characteristic to these playful prints. Visitors will be welcome to create their own drawings or work from found images. All Materials Provided. Location: RiverFront Park at the Arrival Plaza outside of Kiewit Luminarium

    Free

  • Mulhalls Harvest Party

    Mulhall's 3615 N 120th Street, Omaha, NE, United States

    Enjoy delicious BBQ from 402 BBQ, sip on fresh brews from Cedar Creek Coffee and Art, and soak in live tunes by Daniel and the Deliverance – all part of the perfect fall celebration. Bring the whole family for free fun, including mini pumpkin painting, honey tasting with Fathead Honey Farms, and exploring our straw maze — perfect for all ages! Help celebrate the fall season with a friendly pie contest.

    Free

  • Midwest Fest!

    Heartwood Park 301 S 145th St, Omaha, NE

    The family-friendly festival, led by the team behind Made in Omaha, draws 70+ makers from across the Midwest and thousands of shoppers to foster community connections and celebrate the region’s entrepreneurs and creatives. There will be handcrafted goods, apparel, jewelry, home décor, art, specialty food, live music, food trucks, kids’ crafts and a dedicated Next Gen Makers area, where young entrepreneurs under 18 will be showcasing their business.

    Free

  • America in Color: Made in the USA, Film Screening

    The Durham Museum 801 South 10th Street, Omaha, NE, United States

    On the first Sunday of the month, one film in the series is shown on the big screen at 1PM in the Stanley and Dorothy Truhlsen Lecture Hall. The film is included with regular museum admission and free to members. 

  • Music at Miller Park: Chad Stoner Band – Rescheduled

    Music at Miller Park
    Miller Park 30th & Redick, Omaha, NE, United States
    This free summer concert series is presented In partnership with Nelson Mandela Elementary School, Minne Lusa and Miller Park Neighborhood Associations, and other community partners. Lawn Opens: 5:00pm, Preshow: 6:30pm, Show: 7:30pm
    06/20: Hot 8 Brass Band
    08/08: Chad Stoner Band

  • Book Nook Theater! The Terror (1963)

    The Book Nook 114 N Washington St, Papillion, NE

    Join for our feature presentation of the 1950 Classic: D.O.A. The Terror is a 1963 Gothic supernatural horror film set during the Napoleonic Wars. After becoming separated from his regiment, French officer André Duvalier encounters a mysterious woman who leads him to the isolated castle of Baron von Leppe, where he uncovers ghosts, witchcraft, long-buried secrets, and a deadly curse. Seating is limited, so don't wait! Reserve your tickets today.

    $5 [REGISTER]

  • Omahawks Labor Day Air Show

    Standing Bear Lake Park 138th and Fort, Omaha, NE, United States

    Join the Omahawks at Hawk Field at Standing Bear Lake (138th and Fort) for their 2026 Labor Day Air Show on Monday, September 7th from 11:45 am to 4:00 pm. Parking and admission is free. There is plenty of seating available. Food and drinks are available for purchase. Proceeds benefit Make-A-Wish Nebraska.

    Free

  • Out & About Storytime: Cup & Cone

    Cup & Cone 15420 S 2nd St, Bennington, NE

    Join at Cup & Cone in Bennington for an Out & About Storytime!

    Free

  • Monarch Missions

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

    Every Wednesday, Monarch Agents will have the opportunity to participate in fun activities, including outdoor fun, arts and crafts, science experiments, detective work, and more library fun! Please arrive at least 5 minutes early before your first mission to receive your mission log. For those in 1st - 6th grade.

    Free

  • K-Pop Krafters for Teens

    Art Room in Papillion Landing 1046 W Lincoln Street, Papillion, NE

    Join fellow K-Pop stans for an exciting photocard trading event! Bring your collection to swap with fellow fans! We'll also have photocard holders available to decorate and MVs playing during the program!  Registration is required

    Free [REGISTER]

  • Schramm After Dark: Spider Night Hike

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

    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).

    Free with Park Entry Fee

  • Classics With a Cause Series: Pulp Fiction

    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

  • Stargazing at Neale Woods

    Neale Woods Nature Reserve 14323 Edith Marie Ave, Omaha, NE, United States

    Can you find Aquila in the night sky? What about Hercules? Or Lyra? Forget the Big Dipper and head out to Neale Woods to enjoy some September constellations during a night of stargazing! 

    $10 – $25

  • Just Ask!

    The Rose Theater 2001 Farnam Street, Omaha, NE

    As a diverse group of kids gathers to create a community garden, they learn about one another’s abilities, challenges, and strengths. Guided by Sonia, they discover that each of them has a unique way of being in the world, and that those very differences are what make their friendships and their garden bloom. Featuring multicultural songs in the spirit of Schoolhouse Rock and Sesame Street, this colorful musical will help you learn how to “just ask” about what makes each of us extraordinary!

    Free – $20

  • Backyard Birds with Schramm Education Center

    Gretna United Methodist Church 11457 S 204th St, Gretna, NE

    Join an outdoor educator from Schramm Education Center to learn about common birds you can see in your backyard. We'll play and learn about birds through sensory exploration, a story, outdoor bird watching, and a craft. Great for ages 2-6.

    Free

  • Squirrel Globe

    The Learning Express Omaha 120 Regency Pkwy, Omaha, NE

    Squirrel Globe crafts at The Learning Express

    Free

  • 20th Annual BrewHaha for Habitat for Humanity

    Heartwood Park 301 S 145th St, Omaha, NE

    Join for the 20th Annual Brew Haha, Habitat Omaha’s signature tasting event! Enjoy unlimited samples from more than 80 breweries, wineries, distilleries, and local eateries while celebrating two decades of community impact. Every ticket helps support Habitat Omaha’s work to expand access to affordable homeownership and keep local homes in local hands. Raise a glass, discover new favorites, and help build a stronger future for families in our community.

    $50 – $150

  • Fields of Flight

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

    Join for this Amazing Sight as Hot Air Balloons take to the sky at the scenic Apple Orchard in Council Bluffs- Will have Live Bands! 6:00 PM – Balloon Flight (weather permitting), 5:30–9:30 PM – Live Music by The Project Architects, ~7:40 PM – Balloon Glow at Dusk (weather permitting). $40 per car – Admission included (only ONE ticket needed per vehicle!)

  • Midtown Mix: Hardwood Dash (Acoustic Covers)

    Turner Park 3110 Farnam St, Omaha, NE

    Midtown Mix is a laid-back neighborhood gathering where music takes center stage and community comes together. Bring a lawn chair, claim a park bench, or settle in on a nearby restaurant patio and enjoy the show up close. Better yet, grab your favorite beverage to-go from a Midtown Crossing establishment and sip while you listen. Beer, wine, and champagne are permitted, making Midtown Mix the perfect way to unwind, connect, and ease into the weekend.

    Free

  • Sunset Hike

    Fontenelle Forest 1111 Bellevue Blvd North, Bellevue, NE, United States

    Are you worn out after a busy work week? Do you need a "pick me up" to kickstart your weekend? Grab your friends, coworkers, or significant other and come wind down during our Sunset Hike! This hike will explore the prairie and woodland habitats of Neale Woods. Trails range from easy to moderate difficulty.

    $10 – $25

  • Nebraska Star Party at Mahoney State Park

    Mahoney State Park 28500 West Park Hwy, Ashland, NE, United States

    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.

    Free with Park Entry Fee

  • 55th Annual Rockbrook Village Art Fair

    Rockbrook Village 108 & Center, Omaha, NE, United States

    The Rockbrook Village Art Fair is a two-day outdoor juried art fair in Omaha, Nebraska on September 12 & 13, 2026. The art fair hosts 120 artists from around the country and attracts over 40,000 visitors from across the Midwest. The fair strives to celebrate creativity through a variety of mediums and activities, delighting both exhibitors and attendees.

    Free

  • La Vista Loop One Mile Fun Run

    The Nines Plaza at Central Park 8303 Central Pk Plz., La Vista, NE

    Lace up your shoes and join for the La Vista Loop, a fun, family-friendly 1-mile timed run through the heart of our community! Whether you’re a seasoned runner, a first-time participant, or just looking for a great way to stay active, this event offers something for everyone. The race begins at 8 a.m. at Nines Plaza, with awards presented immediately following the final finisher.

    $5 – $15 [REGISTER]

  • Art In the Park: Make Your Mark

    Lewis and Clark Landing 345 Riverfront Dr., Omaha, NE, United States

    In this workshop you will explore the use of various materials, colors and drawing techniques to create a bookmark. Choose a word or phrase that sparks inspiration and ignites imagination as you make your mark on the world through art. All materials included. This workshop is a drop-in style workshop. Seats are limited and are first come first serve. Location: RiverFront Park at the Arrival Plaza outside of Kiewit Luminarium

    Free

  • Monarch Tagging: Community Science Day

    Neale Woods Nature Reserve 14323 Edith Marie Ave, Omaha, NE, United States

    A morning of butterfly tagging at the Neale Woods prairie, where you will learn how to get involved in national conservation efforts. Naturalist educators will explain the background of the Monarch Watch tagging project and show participants how to safely catch and tag the butterflies. Participants can take a set of tags home after the program to continue protecting these iconic butterflies in their own communities! 

    $15 – $25

  • Make a Nature Zine

    Mahoney State Park 28500 West Park Hwy, Ashland, NE, United States

    Join naturalists at E.T. Mahoney State Park in the James Family Conservatory and Nature Center classroom for a workshop where you will learn to make mini magazines with a nature theme. Zines can be shared to bring joy and spread a positive message about nature. Participants will make zines to keep or share. Materials are provided. This program is best for ages 7 and up, but younger friends are welcome and may join or enjoy other nature center activities. The program is free and does not require registration, but a valid state park vehicle permit is required for park entry.

    Free with Park Entry Fee

  • Big Play Saturday: Dr. Oxygen!

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

    They're turning our store into a science lab! Their friend Dr. Oxygen will be there with incredible hands-on, minds-on activities that are sure to get kids thrilled about science. Everyone's sure to go home with a higher IQ and a heightened sense of wonder!

    Free

  • BioDiscovery Lab: Cabbage Ink

    Kiewit Luminarium 345 Riverfront Dr, Omaha, NE

    This interactive experience explores the fascinating world of natural pigments. Using anthocyanin, a special pigment found in red cabbage, you’ll experiment with acids and bases to create a vibrant spectrum of colors. Through simple chemical reactions, watch as your paints shift from bright pink to deep blue and even green! Discover the science behind pH indicators, explore the chemistry of everyday ingredients, and unleash your creativity with nature’s own color-changing palette.

  • Brunch & Learn – Nebraska Wildlife Rehab

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

    Nebraska Wildlife Rehab will visit the library to talk about the bats native to Nebraska. This presentation includes an overview of basic bat biology, addresses myths and biases about bats, and introduces the a myriad of ways they benefit humans

    Free

  • World O! Water Festival

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

    World O! Water is a fun, annual event for all ages to learn about the important role water plays in our lives and community. Everyone is welcome to this free event including families, youth groups and scout troops, and even your dog! Join in the fun on Saturday, September 12th from 12 noon til 4 pm at Chalco Hills Recreation Area. Enjoy a free hotdog lunch while supplies last.

    Free

  • 35th Annual Fort Omaha Intertribal Powwow

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    MCC's Fort Omaha Campus 5300 North 30th Street, Omaha, NE, United States

    The Fort Omaha Intertribal Powwow highlights Native American dance, music, regalia, oral history and arts. With its rich ties to Native American history, where Ponca Chief Standing Bear and his people were detained pending the 1879 landmark civil rights case granting Native Americans the right of Habeas corpus, the Fort Omaha Campus continues to offer an ideal location for this outdoor community event uniting people of diverse cultures, races, socioeconomic backgrounds and ages. This event is family-friendly and free and open to the public.
    Celebrating Native American cultures, the powwow honors the traditional dance, music, artistry, oral history and foods of various tribes across Nebraska and the surrounding region including Omaha, Ponca, Santee Sioux and Winnebago.

    Free

  • Writers Workshop for Kids: Tails of Adventure

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

    What if a squirrel had to save its forest, a penguin became an explorer, or a stray dog solved a mystery? Using fun prompts and imaginative exercises, students will craft an original story starring an animal hero and learn how to make readers cheer for their furry, feathered, or scaly main character. This is a free event for children ages 8-12. Registration is required

    Free [REGISTER]

  • Tween Creators: Blow Painting with Straws

    Art Room in Papillion Landing 1046 W Lincoln Street, Papillion, NE

    Get crafty and show off your art skills in this program for 9-12 year olds. This month: Blow Painting with Straws. Registration is required

    Free [REGISTER]

  • Fields of Flight

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

    Join for this Amazing Sight as Hot Air Balloons take to the sky at the scenic Apple Orchard in Council Bluffs- Will have Live Bands! 6:00 PM – Balloon Flight (weather permitting), 5:30–9:30 PM – Live Music by RAVEN, ~7:40 PM – Balloon Glow at Dusk (weather permitting). $40 per car – Admission included (only ONE ticket needed per vehicle!)

  • Mystery at the Mansion – Murder Among Mateys

    Arbor Lodge Mansion 2600 Arbor Ave, Nebraska City, NE

    Join for a family-friendly murder mystery at Arbor Lodge Mansion. After a voyage filled with pillaging and plundering, the Jaded Jewel – Arbor Lodge Mansion turned pirate ship – is docked in a cove near Port Royal. 

    $35

  • Flix at the Chef: Moana

    Dairy Chef 3223 N 204th St, Elkhorn , NE, United States

    Come enjoy a summer movie under the stars at Flix at the Chef—free outdoor movie nights that Relevant puts on for our city behind Dairy Chef in Elkhorn. Bring your blankets, chairs, family and friends and enjoy the movie “Moana” (2016) on Saturday, on Sept 12. Free popcorn and water will be provided. Food, drinks, and ice cream will be for sale at Dairy Chef as well. All movies begin at dusk.

    Free

  • The Sensory Yard

    KANEKO 1111 Jones Street, Omaha, NE, United States

    Journey through a series of thoughtfully designed sensory spaces, each offering a unique invitation to engage. Find grounding in The Commons, move freely in The Motion Room, wander through the responsive beauty of The Light Forest, retreat into the quiet comfort of The Cocoon, dive into imaginative worlds in the Aquarium, and leave your mark in The Workshop Room, where the environment evolves through collective creativity.

    Free

  • YUCK!

    Kiewit Luminarium 345 Riverfront Dr, Omaha, NE

    Come explore all things icky, sticky, and vile and discover the fascinating science behind everything YUCK! During this family-friendly theme day, the Luminarium is showcasing a museum full of the gross, gunky, and gruesome. Playful experiments invite you to embrace the spirit of a scientist and investigate why so many things make us go “Yuck!”

  • Common Senses Festival 2026 Kick-Off

    Downtown Omaha 10th to 15th on Farnam Street, Omaha, NE, United States

    Help us celebrate the start of Common Senses Festival 2026 with a day of discovery, creativity, music, and family-friendly fun across some of Omaha’s most iconic destinations! Guests are encouraged to visit all three locations throughout the day using UNO’s free shuttle service, making it easy to experience every pop-up, activity, and attraction. Whether you’re a train enthusiast, a dance-floor regular, or a family seeking a new adventure, the Common Senses Festival Kick-Off has something for everyone.

    Free [REGISTER]

  • All-European Show and Shine

    Lauritzen Gardens 100 Bancroft Street, Omaha, NE

    See fine European cars and motorcycles on display. Imagine models of Jaguar, Porsche, Mercedes-Benz, Ducati, BMW, Ferrari, Pantera, Alfa Romeo, Austin Healey and others surrounded by the beauty of the fall garden. Admission to the event is included with paid garden admission and is FREE for garden members.

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