Events

Events Search and Views Navigation

Event Views Navigation

Today

  • Mystic Fest

    Featured

    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

  • Oktoberfest La Vista

    La Vista City Centre 8219 City Centre Dr, La Vista, NE, United States

    Join for a traditional Oktoberfest celebration with a modern-day twist in City Centre! Main Street will be closed to make way for music, Oktoberfest-themed games and activities, a Husker Volleyball watch party (game time 3 p.m.), hearty food, and of course a beer garden.

    Free

  • Boomstock

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

    Boomstock is more than just a concert—it’s a celebration of the legendary 60s and 70s music that defined a generation. Hosted by Boomer Radio, this charity event, supporting Project Harmony and 50 Mile March Community of Hope, brings the Omaha community together for a night of groovy tunes, good vibes, and giving back. By attending Boomstock, you're not just enjoying great music--you're helping support important local causes!

    Free

  • 24th Annual Step Up for Down Syndrome Walk and Family Festival

    Heartland of America Park 800 Douglas St, Omaha, NE, United States

    Celebrate with friends and family as we come together to honor our loved ones with Down syndrome. It’s a day full of fun—with bounce houses, face painting, games, and more! We’ll end the celebration with a short awareness walk to recognize individuals with Down syndrome and promote inclusion throughout our community. Fundraise to support DSA programs

  • Monarch Tagging at The Zoo

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

    Help track the incredible migration of monarch butterflies. Guests of all ages are invited to participate in monarch tagging at the Zoo each Sunday in September from 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

  • Toddler Tuesday: Amazing Athletes

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

    Get fit with fun as the Amazing Athletes guide you through a variety of active activities. Then, nurture your muscles and your mind with a healthy snack and a fun craft activity!

    Free

  • Songwriting Workshop

    A.V. Sorensen Branch

    Are you an aspiring songwriter or composer? Are you interested in sharing your work? Join professional musician Andre Vander Velde to learn about getting started in writing songs and composing music. This is a free event for teens 13-18. Registration is required

    Free [REGISTER]

  • Foraging Fundamentals

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

    Curious about foraging but not sure where to begin? Join OPL and Nebraska Game and Parks Commission to learn about foraging and how to safely and responsibly explore the edible plants growing all around you. Registration is required.

    Free [REGISTER]

  • Biscuit Visits Storytime

    South Omaha Library 2808 Q Street, Omaha, NE, United States

    Biscuit will visit for a special storytime! Experience stories, creative movement, music and more. We explore the early literacy skills of singing, playing, reading, talking, and writing in each storytime. There will be opportunities to take photos. Children of all ages are welcome!

    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

    Come join The RiverFront for our first Fun Fall Friday of 2025! Head out to the Canopies at Gene Leahy Mall for fall activities and giveaways!

    Free

  • Taekwondo Basics with Master Kim

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

    Join Master Kim, a 6th degree Black Belt with over 20 years of teaching experience, for an exciting introduction to Taekwondo! Students will get a taste of this respected martial art while learning about discipline, building self-confidence, and embracing a healthy lifestyle. This is a free event for children ages 3-6. All participating children will need to have a release waiver signed by their guardian prior to the program. Registration is required

    Free [REGISTER]

  • Wild Robot Escape Room

    A.V. Sorensen Branch

    Roz needs your help! The poison tide is threatening her island, and she needs your help to figure out how to stop it! Work with others to solve clues and puzzles themed around the best-selling Wild Robot series by Peter Brown. Can you help Roz in time? This is a free event for children ages 6-9. Registration is required and opens Sept. 1. Please call 402-444-5274 to register. There will be a session at 2 p.m. and 3 p.m.

    Free [REGISTER]

  • Pop Up Pickleball hosted by Pickleball Omaha and Grow Pickleball Omaha

    Heartwood Park 301 S 145th St, Omaha, NE

    Grab your paddle (or borrow one from us!) and join us for a fun-filled evening of Pop Up Pickleball at Heartwood Preserve. Whether you’re a seasoned player or brand new to the game, this is your chance to hit the court, rally with friends, and enjoy Omaha’s fastest-growing sport. All play levels welcome – First timers can learn the basics with the pros from Pickleball Omaha.

    Free

  • Family & Friends Stroll Through the Park

    Central Park East 7541 Park View Blvd, La Vista, NE, United States

    Join us for Family & Friends Stroll Through the Park, where you can enjoy the sights and sounds of nature as we take a casual stroll together. We'll gather at the shelter (by the playground) at 6:15 p.m., then set off on a leisurely walk. The full stroll covers just over a mile, but feel free to customize your adventure to suit your pace and needs. The stroll is stroller-friendly and dogs on leashes are welcome. It's a wonderful way to spend time outdoors and connect with loved ones! Bring water and your walking shoes.

    Free

  • Stories After Dark: Scary Stories (Adults Only)

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

    Join OPL for a fun storytelling event for adults! Spine-chilling tales are lurking around every corner—have you ever had a moment that made your heart race or your imagination run wild? Whether it’s a ghost story, a creepy coincidence, or something that gave you goosebumps, we want to hear your scariest story! Prepare a 5-8 minute story about your experience and come share with the crowd. All participants will be awarded a superlative award!

    Free

  • Camp Fear & Nightmare Theater: Hocus Pocus & Monster House

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

    Creep into the eerie woods where secrets lurk and every shadow hides a new scare 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

  • Friday Movie Night at the Orchard: Hocus Pocus

    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

  • Japanese Ambience Festival

    For an entire weekend, the garden grounds are alive with merriment as guests celebrate the joys of autumn and experience the Japanese culture first-hand. Most activities are free with garden admission or membership.

  • Public Works Expo La Vista

    La Vista Public Works 9900 Portal Rd, La Vista, NE

    Want to know more about what La Vista’s Public Works employees really do? Drop by Public Works Expo Day. This is your chance to go behind the scenes, meet the people providing essential services and see first-hand how Public Works helps keep our community running. Visitors can climb aboard and operate equipment, watch exciting live demonstrations, talk with Public Works staff and ask questions. Enjoy free hot dogs and chips while supplies last. All ages are welcome at this family-friendly event.

    Free

  • Gretna Post Prom Craft Fair

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

    Join for the Gretna Post Prom Craft Fair supporting the GHS Post Prom. This event will have 150+ vendors, food trucks, a raffle, and swag bags to the first 50 shoppers. Come get a jump on Fall at Gretna High School on October 4th.

    Free

  • HawkWatch Appreciation Days

    Hitchcock Nature Center 27792 Ski Hill Loop, Honey Creek, IA, United States

    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.

    Free with Park Entry Fee

  • Fall Fest at Hummel Park

    Hummel Park Nature Center 3033 Hummel Park Road, Omaha, NE, United States

    Celebrate the fall season with guided nature hikes, fall crafts, s’mores, Scavenger Hunt, archery, refreshments, outdoor games, cornhole, gaga and more!

    Free

  • Modern Market Fall 2025 by A Local Collective

    A Local Collective 302 N Front St, Waterloo, NE, United States

    Join us for the coziest fall edition yet of our semi-annual Modern Market, where local takes center stage and sweater weather is the dress code.

    Free

  • Autumn Mystic Fest 2025

    Autumn Mystic Fest 2025
    Mid-America Center 1 Arena Way, Council Bluffs, IA, United States

    Join for Nebraska’s largest gathering of mystics, seekers, and soul-healers. Enjoy readings from gifted Tarot and Astrology guides, energy healing, massage, aura photography, and a marketplace full of treasures like crystals, candles, jewelry, oils, clothing, incense, and more.

    Free

  • Biscuit Visits Storytime

    W. Clarke Swanson Branch 9101 W. Dodge Rd., Omaha, NE, United States

    Biscuit will visit for a special storytime! Experience stories, creative movement, music and more. We explore the early literacy skills of singing, playing, reading, talking, and writing in each storytime. There will be opportunities to take photos. Children of all ages are welcome!

    Free

  • Ballet Storytime

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

    Members of American Midwest Ballet will join us for a special storytime about ballet, being a professional dancer, and The Nutcracker. Experience stories, creative movement, music, and more! Each storytime explores early literacy skills like singing, playing, reading, talking, and writing.

    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

  • Dog Man Escape Room

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

    Dog Man is in trouble! He needs your help to escape Petey’s Secret Lab before time runs out! Come solve clues and puzzles themed around the Dog Man series by Dav Pilkey. Can you help Dog Man escape in time? This is a free event for children ages 8-12. Registration is required. There will be a session at 2 p.m., and 3 p.m.

    Free [REGISTER]

  • Wild Robot Escape Room

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

    Roz needs your help! The poison tide is threatening her island, and she needs your help to figure out how to stop it! Work with others to solve clues and puzzles themed around the best-selling Wild Robot series by Peter Brown. Can you help Roz in time? This is a free event for children ages 6-9. Registration is required and opens Oct. 1. Please call 402-444-6284 to register. There will be a session at 2 p.m. and 3 p.m.

    Free [REGISTER]

  • All Hallows Eve Festival

    Botna Bend Park 42926 Mahogany Road, Hancock, IA, United States

    This year's annual All Hallows Eve Festival at Botna Bend promises fun for the entire family including hayrack rides, cookie decorating, hot dogs, and trick or treating! The public is invited to participate in fun fall activities hosted by Botna Bend Park staff and campers.

    Free with Park Entry Fee

  • Martial Arts International Trunk or Treat

    Martial Arts International 3608 Twin Creek Dr #106, Bellevue, NE

    Bring the whole family to enjoy decorated trunks, sweet treats, and plenty of Halloween excitement. This free, family-friendly event is open to the community, so invite your friends and neighbors! 👻 We can’t wait to see all the creative costumes and smiling faces of the families!

    Free

  • Nelson Produce Farm Cinema Saturdays: Toy Story

    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 4: Toy Story | Movie begins at 6:30pm

  • Observe the Moon with the Omaha Astronomical Society

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

    International Observe the Moon Night is an annual world-wide public engagement program that encourages observation, appreciation, and understanding of our Moon and its connection to NASA planetary science and exploration. Everyone on Earth is invited to join the celebration! Visit the 11th St. Promenade for telescopes aligned with the Moon.

    Free

  • Camp Fear & Nightmare Theater: Rocky Horror Picture Show & Shaun of the Dead

    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

  • Spooky Sprint 5k 10k Omaha

    Lake Zorinsky 3808 S 156th St, Omaha, NE, United States

    Join for the annual Spooky Sprint 5k/10k & Half Marathon! A fun, Halloween-themed event that is perfect for the whole family.

  • Cops vs Cancer Fun Run

    Lake Cunningham Omaha, NE

    "Cops vs Cancer Fun Run" will bring together law enforcement and the community to raise funds and awareness for breast cancer research and support programs as part of the Pink Patch Project. Participants can join in the run or walk, with registration fees, sponsorships, and donations going towards this vital cause. The involvement of law enforcement adds a special touch, demonstrating their commitment to supporting health initiatives in addition to their regular duties. These events foster a sense of unity and purpose, creating a positive atmosphere where everyone can contribute to making a difference while promoting fitness and well-being.

  • Fire Station 4 Open House

    Papillion Fire Department Station 4 8110 Parkview Blvd, La Vista, NE, United States

    The Papillion Fire Department, which services La Vista, will host an open house at Station 4 in La Vista to celebrate Fire Prevention Week. You’re invited to tour the fire station, chat with local firefighters, climb inside vehicles and enjoy some light refreshments.

    Free

  • 20th Annual HawkWatch 5K Walk/Run

    Hitchcock Nature Center 27792 Ski Hill Loop, Honey Creek, IA, United States

    Welcome to the 19th Annual HawkWatch 5K Walk/Run! Grab your running or walking shoes and join us at Hitchcock Nature Center on Sunday, October 5th. Proceeds support Pottawattamie Conservation's efforts to preserve habitat in the county and offer low-impact recreational opportunities for the public to enjoy.

    $35

  • Woofstock: Halloween in the Bark

    Turner Park 3110 Farnam St, Omaha, NE

    Dress those furry friends to the nines and strut on over to Turner Park for a dog-focused day of fun at Midtown Crossing! Woofstock brings pets, their humans and the community together for an energetic fall day, complete with: Pup-Up Dog Park, Vendors, Outdoor Games, Dog Costume Parade at Noon and more!

    Free

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.