Your local resource for family-friendly activities and events in Omaha.
Six action-packed innings, trick plays, music, fan interaction, a light show, and fireworks—all wrapped into one unforgettable family night. Boom Fest: 5:00pm – 6:30pm, Opening Ceremonies: 6:30pm-7:00pm, Game time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm
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.
Moonlight Princesses - Tribute to Demon Hunters comes to the Astro Theater on Sunday September 20th. Tickets on sale now for this all ages event. Moonlight Princesses brings fans together for an unforgettable live celebration featuring powerhouse vocals, dazzling choreography, stunning costumes, interactive audience moments, and the songs fans know and love.
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.
With over 450,000 sunflowers overlooking the stunning Elkhorn River bottom, our Flower Festival is a breathtaking celebration of the changing seasons and the beauty of farm life. Alongside sunflowers, guests can explore colorful zinnias and other blooms that make this time of year so special.
Crafts at The Learning Express
Resource fair. For K-12 Homeschool families.
Celebrate the start of Reading Dragons at our Kick-Off Party. Drop in anytime for games, crafts, and a special card you can only get at the Kick-Off! Reading Dragons & Friends is an incentive program for Grades K-8 that rewards reading with collectable cards. Get started by signing up at either library! No library card required.
Close out summer with an evening full of music, food and fun! Join at Southport West (in the parking lot area in front of Cabela’s) for the End of Summer Celebration, featuring: Live music performances from Cover Me Badd (opener) and Whiskey River (headliner), Yard games for all ages, Variety of local food trucks. Bring your friends, family and lawn chairs and let’s say goodbye to the season with a relaxed night under the summer sky.
Take in the beauty of the annual Perseid Meteor Shower and explore the wonders to be found in the night sky at Crescent Hill at Hitchcock! On Friday, August 14th, the park will stay open until midnight so visitors can view the night sky away from city lights. Visitors are welcome to bring lawn chairs, blankets, binoculars, and telescopes to view nature's fireworks from the ski hill area and the park's trail system. The Omaha Astronomical Society will be present with telescopes to help you get a close-up look at celestial bodies.
Celebrate Summer in Full Bloom! U-Pick Zinnias, Bubble Fairy (August 15th & 16th only until 2pm!), Photo Ops & Flower Backdrops
Get ready to immerse yourself in a world of vibrant color and creativity! The 8th Annual Chalk Art Festival invites local artists to transform the sidewalks around Turner Park into breathtaking chalk masterpieces.
Whether you’re hunting for a deal or clearing out the garage, Quasar Bazaar is your local outdoor market with an easy setup, affordable spaces, and a genuinely good crowd.
Games, snacks, bounce house, crafts, and more! Event partnered with MTPG Neighborhood Association, and Montclair Elementary PTO
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 eoraptor. Registration is required
The Dock transforms into a one-day market filled with local makers, artists, and curators offering handmade jewelry, vintage clothing, original art and prints, ceramics, leather goods, stained glass, soaps, and other herbal-based products. As well as a special surprise in honor of Sweet Magnolias 10 year anniversary!
You've achieved your summer reading goal! Join for a celebratory pizza party. Enjoy complimentary pizza and drinks while supplies last. We'll also have some nostalgic crafts! This is a free event for adults 19+ only. Registration is required
Beat the heat at Heartwood Waterpark, a splash-filled playground. Massive water slides, inflatable obstacle courses, and refreshing frozen treats make this a cool escape for kids and adults alike. Bring your swimsuit, gather your friends, and enjoy an afternoon of summer fun followed by food trucks and drinks in the park.
The Fremont Hispanic Festival is a celebration of the culture and heritage of peoples native to Spanish-speaking countries. During this festival, they are honoring and celebrating the independence days of our neighbors who have cultural roots in Latin America. Parade starts at Noon.
Join for a relaxing yoga session led by a certified yoga instructor surrounded by adorable, adoptable rescue kittens! Enjoy plenty of purrs and kitten cuddles while supporting the lifesaving work of Muddy Paws Second Chance Rescue. NO Yoga experience needed! Suggested Donation of at least $10 per Person. Register to Reserve your spot.
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.
Six action-packed innings, trick plays, music, fan interaction, a light show, and fireworks—all wrapped into one unforgettable family night. Boom Fest: 5:00pm – 6:30pm, Opening Ceremonies: 6:30pm-7:00pm, Game time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm
Dundee is bringing the neighborhood to life with monthly live music in the streets—and you're invited! On the third Saturday evening of each month, from 6–8pm, enjoy the sounds of local talent as we welcome a different Omaha-area musician to perform right in the heart of the neighborhood. Whether you're out for a casual stroll or heading to dinner, take a moment to pause, listen, and soak in the vibrant community energy that makes Dundee so special.
Showcasing The Bar-Kays, MonoNeon and Keyon Harrold for Saturday.
Join on the 3rd Saturday of each month as our quick-witted performers play a variety of improv games, each with a musical twist. They'll take your wildest suggestions and transform them into hilarious, one-of-a-kind songs right before your eyes. Whether it's a rap about a clumsy superhero or a love ballad for a talking dog, each moment is as unpredictable as it is uproarious.
🎶 Music at the Crossing Summer Concert Series Presented by Eagle Engineering Group! Join the City of Gretna at the Gretna Crossing Park Amphitheater for a FREE community event with incredible local talent. GATES OPEN AT 6PM - MUSIC IS FROM 7PM-10PM
Bring the whole crew—family, friends, and neighbors—and settle in for a cozy night of laughter, fresh air, and community fun. Firepits are available on a first-come, first-served basis. FREE to the public!
Beat the heat at Heartwood Waterpark, where the amphitheater bowl transforms into a splash-filled playground. Massive water slides, inflatable obstacle courses, and refreshing frozen treats make this a cool escape for kids and adults alike. Bring your swimsuit, gather your friends, and enjoy an afternoon of summer fun followed by food trucks and drinks in the park.
Explore our summer exhibition, Heroes & Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume, then watch those same costumes come to life in a unique theater experience in the Truhlsen Lecture Hall. Watch a classic blockbuster on our big screen, and enjoy popcorn and refreshments from our old-fashioned Soda Fountain, as well as themed activities for each matinee. Movie experience included in museum admission; FREE for museum members.
August Theme: Photography! Ever wondered how pictures can end up on paper? Stop by this month to learn how cameras work and make a sun print! If weather allows, part of this activity may take place outside
Come and play and have fun! We'll have different stations set up throughout the store where kids can build, create, mold, and draw to their hearts' content. No purchase necessary!
STEM Tuesdays – Join each Tuesday for hands-on STEM activities that inspire creativity, problem-solving, and fun!
Get your hands messy and your creativity moving! Teens are invited to learn basic clay-working techniques while making simple pieces like pinch pots and other small creations. All supplies are provided, just bring your imagination. This is a free event for teens.
Come celebrate HUMP DAY and take a selfie with a camel!!
Give your favorite stories some sparkle! In this creative program use colorful gems and rhinestones to decorate dazzling book covers. Add a little shimmer and personality to your books while exploring your artistic side. Feel free to bring your own book or use one of ours! All supplies are provided, just bring your imagination! This is a free event for Teens 13+. Registration is encouraged.
August Theme: Photography! Ever wondered how pictures can end up on paper? Stop by this month to learn how cameras work and make a sun print! If weather allows, part of this activity may take place outside
Join OPL at “Once Upon a Time at the Castle,” a storytime and wildlife adventure in the enchanted gardens. Storytime will feature stories, creative movement, music and more. After storytime, learn about the real creatures we read about through live wildlife interactions and activities. This month we will learn about insects.
August Theme: Photography! Ever wondered how pictures can end up on paper? Stop by this month to learn how cameras work and make a sun print! If weather allows, part of this activity may take place outside
In order for curious minds to bloom, it is essential to plant a love of reading at a young age. Join OPL at Lauritzen Gardens for stories that celebrate gardens, plants, insects and more, and discover the joys of nature, movement, music, and literature. Storytime is geared for preschoolers, but all ages are welcome. Lauritzen Gardens will offer free admission to families who attend this storytime.
Challenge your creative boundaries in this Art Workshop for teens! Instructor Shawnequa Linder will introduce surrealism and encourage teens to use their imaginations to go beyond reality in order to create a collage. Come tell a story through collaging techniques and let your creativity flourish! All materials will be provided. This is a free event for teens, ages 13-19. Registration is required.
Test your sleuthing skills at the library! 🕵️ Follow the clues to find hidden objects and earn stamps. Turn in a full stamp card and receive a prize! Don't worry, the fun doesn't stop there... 🔍 You can grab a new card and keep playing! This activity is aimed at children ages 6-11, but younger siblings and parents can play along too. See you there, super sleuths!
Discover the incredible world of bats in this engaging presentation for adults led by Nebraska Wildlife Rehab! Learn the basics of bat biology, explore common myths and misconceptions, and uncover the many surprising ways bats help and support human communities. Whether you’re curious, cautious, or already a bat enthusiast, this program will leave you with a new appreciation for these fascinating nighttime creatures. This is a free event for adults 19+.
Bring a chair and enjoy an evening of music downtown with friends and family every 3rd Thursday from 6 to 8PM, May through September.
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