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  • Breakfast with Santa

    Chrysalis Event Center 1046 W Lincoln St, Lincoln, NE

    Get your picture taken with the one and only Santa Claus, but before you tell him your wish list, enjoy a delicious breakfast.  Parents are asked to stay with their children at the event.  All participants must register.

    $15

  • Visit Santa At His Workshop (PET FRIENDLY, no reindeer on this date)

    Santa’s Workshop at Central Park 8305 Park View Blvd, La Vista, NE

    Santa is opening the doors to his workshop in La Vista once again, and you’re invited to join the fun! Stroll through the festive La Vista Wonderland in Central Park, see the reindeer, sip on free hot cocoa, snack on cookies and enjoy holiday activities while you wait to meet Santa.  Check in at the tent and get a pager right away when you arrive for your visit. The Workshop may reach capacity at times—Santa is a popular guy after all. Please be prepared to spend some time outdoors (or in the tent) before entering the building.

    Free

  • Sensory-Friendly Breakfast with Santa

    Bloomwell Autism Therapy – Elkhorn 613 N 204th Avenue Circle, Omaha, NE

    Bloomwell Autism Therapy is hosting a Sensory-Friendly Breakfast with Santa on Saturday, December 13 from 9 AM – 12 PM at our Elkhorn clinic! Join for a morning of FREE festive fun! We'll have photos with a sensory-sensitive Santa, Christmas crafts, and a breakfast of french toast sticks, pancakes, muffins, fruit, scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, milk, juice, and coffee!  

    Free

  • Breakfast with Santa

    Fremont City Auditorium 925 N Broad St, Fremont, NE

    Breakfast with Santa is back for the third year - An event for the whole family to enjoy! Pancake feed is from 9:30am-12:30pm. Santa will be available for photos from 10am-noon. Kids will be able to write a letter for him and hand it directly to him! This event is free for anyone to attend. No matter the weather they will have the event.

    Free

  • Christmas Kiddie Crafts: Christmas Cards

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

    Kiddie Craft is a hands-on, creative program designed for children to explore colors, textures and simple craft techniques in a fun and supportive environment. During this session, participants will be able to make Christmas Cards. Grown-ups are welcome to craft alongside their kids or relax nearby. Ages: 0–11 years

    Free

  • NFM Santa Stravaganza

    Nebraska Furniture Mart 700 South 72nd Street, Omaha, NE, United States

    Feel the festive Holiday magic at NFM with 2 days filled with free holiday fun, and photos with Santa. You’re sure to have a merry time your family won’t forget.

    Free

  • Fremont Family YMCA Pancakes with Santa

    Fremont Family YMCA 810 N Lincoln Ave, Fremont, NE

    They have quite they day in store for you and your family on Saturday, December 13th. Enjoy some delicious pancakes with the pancake man and get your photo and meet Santa at the Fremont Family YMCA! Free for Members, $5 for non members

    $5

  • Santa and His Reindeer are Flying into Bel Air Plaza

    Bel Air Plaza 12100 W Center Rd, Omaha, NE

    Santa and his reindeer are flying into Bel Air Plaza on December 6th and December 13th. Come out to the plaza to talk to Santa and see the reindeer. Elsa and Anna will be there serving cookies and hot cocoa!! This is a special event for everyone and we hope to see you there.

    Free

  • The Salvation Army’s Christmas Craft Fair

    The Salvation Army North 2401 Manderson St, Omaha, NE

    Their community Christmas Craft Fair is just around the corner, offering unique, handmade holiday gifts, beautiful decorations, and festive fun for all ages. Fun Family Activities, Santa Pictures at noon.

    Free

  • Jingle Jam in Olde Towne Elkhorn

    Olde Towne Elkhorn 321 Elkhorn Dr., Elkhorn, NE

    A festive day full of holiday magic, shopping, treats, and community cheer! Explore charming local shops, sip something warm, and soak up the seasonal spirit with friends and family. 

    Free

  • Elf Academy

    La Vista Library 9110 Giles Rd, La Vista, NE

    Children become elves-in-training and work their way through different stations to see if they qualify to be one of Santa’s elves. Official Elf Certificates are awarded at the end of each session. Ideal for ages 4-12. Elf costume welcome!

    Free [REGISTER]

  • JCPenny Kids Craft: Build a LEGO Creator 3-in-1 Toucan or Monster Truck

    JCPenny Locations Westroads, Oakview, Shadowlake

    Free crafts for kids, extra savings for parents second Saturday every month.  Kids get a free craft, ID Badge & Lanyard collector's pin each month + Craft Medallion after completing 6 crafts. In December Build a LEGO Creator 3-in-1 Toucan or Monster Truck

    Free

  • Lunch with Santa

    Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers - Millard 5210 S 136th St, Omaha, NE

    Santa is coming to Freddy’s! Come and have lunch with him on December 13 from 11 AM -1 PM and receive a sweet treat.

    Free

  • Gingerbread House & Christmas Tree Display

    Maravillas Olga 1714 Vinton St, Omaha, NE

    Gather your friends and family for a delightful evening of Christmas spirit, vote for your favorite house and tree.  Enjoy vendors, pictures with Santa and the Grinch, activities, desserts, drinks and lots more!

    $2

  • Orchard Unplugged: Michael Rye

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

    Join for our cozy winter live music series at the orchard where we showcase local acoustic talent.

  • Geminids Meteor Shower Viewing

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

    Come watch the Geminids Meteor Shower and stargaze at Neale Woods located at 14323 Edith Marie Ave. in Omaha. Our event will begin with a brief evening hike on dirt-packed trails through the prairie and forest. Then as night falls, we will stargaze together and watch for shooting stars while learning about meteor showers and general astronomy from our seasoned volunteer, Bob Fuchs.

    $10 – $25

  • The Grand Ol’ Christmas Show

    Iowa Western Community College 2700 College Road, Council Bluffs, IA, United States

    Will Hearn’s The Grand Ol’ Christmas Show is a live, one-of-a-kind musical variety show. The production is set as a retro radio show, "broadcasting” Christmas classics and original sketch comedy antics live on Christmas Eve from the 1225 AM N-O-E-L Radio Studios. The cast features the best artists and entertainers in Texas, including Americana standout band Blue Water Highway, Dalton Flake, The Dirty River Jazz Band, and the NOEL Radio Orchestra and Gospel Singers! This raucous, rollicking, retro radio show features your all-time favorite Christmas classics like you’ve never heard them before and sketch comedy shenanigans that progressively and cleverly blur the lines between nostalgia and satire. Made for music and comedy lovers alike from Boomer to Millenial, the Grand Ol’ Christmas Show is an inspiring holiday tradition that gets better every year!

  • Christmas Bird Count

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

    The Christmas Bird Count is a bird count that takes place every year around the holiday season! The Christmas Bird Count has been happening since 1900, and this year you can help! Join on a naturalist-guided bird count on the trails or boardwalk near the Nature Center. They will be hiking snow or shine, so make sure you come dressed for the weather! They’ll start with a brief history of the CBC, then hit the trails with a naturalist! Naturalists will lead hikes out to the Boardwalk or surrounding trails, but you can also opt to count birds inside by the bird feeders. They have binoculars available to borrow on a first-come, first-served basis, but we encourage you to bring your own!  Event is free with daily admission, but pre-registration is required.

  • Festival of Trains

    Festival of Trains
    CHI Health Center 455 N 10th St, Omaha, NE

    Festival of Trains is dedicated to bringing the joy of model railroading to as many enthusiasts as possible.

  • Holiday Market at The Waiting Room

    The Waiting Room Lounge 6212 Maple St, Omaha, NE

    Sunday, December 14th, 2025. Waiting Room and Reverb Lounge. Free. 10:00am - 3:00pm. All Ages Welcome

    Free

  • Brunch and Santa

    Brunch and Santa
    Lied Lodge 2700 Sylvan Rd, Nebraska City, NE

    Join for a festive morning of delicious brunch, holiday cheer, and a special visit from Santa Claus at Lied Lodge in Nebraska City!

  • NFM Santa Stravaganza

    Nebraska Furniture Mart 700 South 72nd Street, Omaha, NE, United States

    Feel the festive Holiday magic at NFM with 2 days filled with free holiday fun, and photos with Santa. You’re sure to have a merry time your family won’t forget.

    Free

  • 4th Ever Heavy Indoor Market

    Heavy Brewing 20333 Patton St, Gretna, NE

    Save the date for our 4th ever Indoor Market!

  • 2nd Annual Holi-Gays Market

    Floors Floors Floors 7052 Maple St, Omaha, NE

    Join for The Queer Collective’s 2nd Annual Holi-Gays Market! Support your local queer and trans artists and small biz owners by shopping small this holiday season

  • Christmas at the Farm

    Christmas at the Farm
    Bellevue Berry Farm and Pumpkin Ranch 11001 South 48th Street, Papillion, NE, United States

    'Tis the season to be jolly, Bellevue Berry Farm would love to invite you all to enjoy our Country Christmas event. Let’s celebrate the Season in our cozy country atmosphere with Hot Cocoa, decorate cookies with Mrs. Claus, write your Christmas list and then take a picture with Santa. Enjoy wonderland Kids Play Areas Saturday and Sunday from 12 pm to 6 pm. Admission Price $12 per person, includes Free Hot chocolate, cookie and Christmas ornament. 2 and under is free.

    $12

  • Selfies with Santa

    Loft 22 134 N Washington St, Papillion, NE

    Come join at Loft 22, in the BERTA + LOUISE ROOM (MAIN FLOOR) for a jolly good time with the man in red himself! Bring your best smiles and strike a pose with Santa for a memorable holiday selfie. This in-person event is perfect for kids and adults alike who want to capture the festive spirit. Don't miss out on this opportunity to create lasting memories with Santa at Loft 22! These are for you to take with your camera or your phone. There is a time 2-3 minute time limit per family to be fair to everyone. YOu MUST have a ticket to get into this event <3

    $13.45

  • Ralston’s Holiday Magic 2025 (Rescheduled From Nov 30th)

    City of Ralston Ralston, NE, United States

    Join Mayor Groesser as they get into the holiday spirit! Bring your family out to enjoy a Ralston tradition! Visit Santa and enjoy FREE carriage rides, children's activities, hot chocolate, and cookies.

    Free

  • 8th Annual Holiday Art Show: Arts & Drafts

    Dubliner Pub 1205 Harney St, Omaha, NE

    Celebrate the season with us at our 8th Annual Holiday Art Show! Event Highlights: Local artists showcasing diverse creations, Holiday beer and cocktails, Live Music, Family-friendly event.

    Free

  • Chanukah Kick-off

    Stinson Park 2285 S. 67th St, Omaha, NE, United States

    The annual celebration returns, bigger and brighter. This year’s special feature will be a full balloon Menorah that will rise as the sun sets. We will have balloon artists twisting creations for the kids, a bubble machine filling the plaza with magic, and our famous latke truck rolling in hot and ready. Music, menorah, community and pure joy. It is the perfect way to launch the Festival of Lights.

    Free [REGISTER]

  • Drop In – Sugar Cookie Decorating

    Council Bluffs Library 400 Willow Ave., Council Bluffs, IA, United States

    Decorate your own sugar cookie.

    Free

  • Visit Santa at Ollie & Hobbes Craft Kitchen

    Visit Santa at Ollie & Hobbes Craft Kitchen
    Ollie & Hobbes Craft Kitchen - Papillion 310 E Gold Coast Rd #101, Papillion, NE

    Santa Claus is coming to town he’s making a special stop at @ollie_hobbes - Papillion! 🎅🏼 Capture magical moments with Santa and enjoy a night out with the family. Mark your calendars with the dates: December 1st, 5:30-7:30pm & December 15th, 5:30-7:30pm

    Free

  • Gingerbread Cookie Decorating with Santa

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

    Enjoy decorating your own gingerbread cookies alongside Santa and Mrs. Claus! This event is free to attend, but we kindly ask each guest to bring one non-perishable food item per person participating in cookie decorating. All donations will go to support local families in need. Bring the whole family for sweet treats, warm smiles, and unforgettable holiday memories!

    Free

  • Winterland at Heartwood: Chanukah Skate Night

    Heartwood Park 301 S 145th St, Omaha, NE

    Celebrate the Festival of Lights on ice! Enjoy free skating, Kosher treats, arts & crafts in our heated tent, and the lighting of the Ice Menorah, sculpted live during the event. Presented in partnership with Chabad of Nebraska.

    Free

  • Chanukah Skate Night at Heartwood Preserve

    Heartwood Park 301 S 145th St, Omaha, NE

    Welcome to what will quickly become another Omaha tradition. We are taking over the Heartwood pop up winter rink for a full four hour Chanukah party. To reserve your skating time just email the rink at the posted address. You do not need to be an ice skater to have a great time. There will be Israeli donuts, the latke truck, hot cocoa stations, crafts for all ages and the debut of our ice sculptured Menorah. When the sculptor finishes, we will light it together. Watching a Menorah emerge from a block of ice is a sight you will not forget.

    Free [REGISTER]

  • Santa’s Workshop

    Chrysalis Event Center 1046 W Lincoln St, Lincoln, NE

    Participate in holiday crafting, activities, and story time.  Enjoy cookies and cocoa while waiting for Santa to visit his workshop.  Santa will be available for selfies with you and your family. Parents are asked to stay with their children at the event.  All participants must register.

    $15

  • Homeschool Hikes: Rivers

    Homeschool Hikes
    Schramm Education Center 21502 West Highway 31, Gretna, NE

    Homeschool Hikes is a monthly nature exploration program hosted by the Schramm Education Center geared towards homeschool families. Each month, families can join a naturalist for a guided hike on the Schramm Park State Recreation Area hiking trails. During the program, participants will ask questions, draw, observe, and make discoveries in nature.

    $5 [REGISTER]

  • Spark Your Story

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

    Join Washington Branch every Thursday as local community members share their story. Enjoy snacks, engage in discussion with the storyteller, and explore new professions, storytelling mediums, and activities. This program is for teens 11–18 years old.

    Free

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