• Candy Tasting

    La Vista Public Library 9110 Giles Road , La Vista

    Ages 10-18. How well do you know your sweets?  Participants will identify candies in a blindfold taste test. Registration Required

    Free [REGISTER]
  • Back the Boo Police Department Trunk-or-Treat

    La Vista Police Station 7701 S. 96th St., La Vista, NE, United States

    Get your Halloween costume ready and make plans to fill up your candy bag during a trunk-or-treat event at the Police Department on Monday, October 27, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Come enjoy: Trick-or-Treat, Photo Ops with Officers, Free Hotdogs, Halloween Safety Tips. It will be an un-boo-lievably good time!

    Free
  • Toddler Tuesday: Halloween Party!

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

    Come in your costume and get ready for some spoOoOoky excitement! Miss Tina will guide us through a frightfully fun Halloween craft that they'll get to take home. It's a perfect start to Halloween!

    Free
  • Gouge a Gourd at Mahoney State Park

    Gouge a Gourd at Mahoney State Park
    Mahoney State Park 28500 West Park Hwy, Ashland, NE, United States

    Do pumpkin guts drive you nuts? Check out your pumpkin target precision as you learn how to use the primitive spear throwing device called an atlatl at Eugene T. Mahoney State Park. Who needs foam targets when we’ve got fall pumpkins? Meet behind the Bur Oak Shelter. This activity is free and open to anyone age six or older. A valid Nebraska state park vehicle permit is required for park entry.

    Free with Park Entry Fee
  • Trivia Night at Midtown Crossing

    Smokin’ Oak Wood-Fired Pizza & Taproom 200 S 31st Ave #3103, Omaha, NE

    Looking for a night of fun, laughter, and maybe a little friendly competition? Look no further than Trivia Night at Midtown Crossing, in partnership with Spielbound! Bring your brainiest friends and enjoy a night of trivia right here in midtown Omaha. Topics run from Halloween to board games, pizza to current events – and everything in between. You’ll be entertained and maybe even learn a thing or two! 

    Free
  • Soup Up Your Winter Class for Ages 16+

    Bennington Public Library 11401 N 156th St, Bennington, United States

    Soup Up Your Winter! with the Nebraska Extension Office at Bennington Library

    Free [REGISTER]
  • Trick or Treat at Oak View Mall

    Oak View Mall 3001 South 144th Street, Omaha, NE, United States

    Oak View Mall spooktacular event will be held on Thursday, October 30th, inside the mall. 28 of our frightfully amazing stores & restaurants are participating. This event is FREE for families, kids, and teens… spread the word! Candy & Treats, Selfie Stations, Prizes, Games, Art Activities, and more.

    Free
  • Halloween Day Happenings at Schramm Park SRA

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

    Visit the Treehouse Classroom at Schramm State Recreation Area this Halloween for Halloween-themed activities and learn about why bats, spiders and owls are not as spooky as some people say they are.

    Free with Park Entry Fee
  • Falloween

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

    Join for Falloween, La Vista’s festive twist on the traditional Halloween Safe Night! Held outdoors at the La Vista Community Center, this fun-filled event is perfect for families and kids of all ages.  Enjoy the hayrack ride, photo ops, games and activities. Fill up on a free walking taco for dinner, and take home a pre-filled Halloween treat bag. Whether you’re dressed in costume or bundled up in your favorite fall sweater, Falloween is the place to start your Halloween night off right.

    Free
  • Home Depot Kids Workshop: Excavator

    Home Depot Stores Home Depot Stores, Omaha, NE, United States

    Join the first Saturday of each month between 9 am – 12 pm for free in-person Kids Workshops. While supplies last.

    Free
  • Pumpkin Smash 2025

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

    Pumpkin Smash 2025 is your chance to relieve stress in the most delightfully messy way possible — by launching, smashing, and obliterating pumpkins with friends and family. For $10/person, step into the smash zone and turn those leftover pumpkins into flying fun and feel-good autumn therapy.

    $10
  • Bison Fest at Botna Bend

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

    In honor of National Bison Day, come visit our bison herd out at Botna Bend Park and learn more about this magnificent species and the conservation efforts that help protect them. Hay Rack Rides, Crafts, Fossils, Bison Wool Spinning, Bison Artifacts and more

    Free with Park Entry Fee
  • 6th Annual Wassailing

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

    The public is invited to join the Ditmars family in the tradition of protecting our orchard and asking for the blessing of a successful crop next season with one of our most unique and beloved orchard traditions — Wassailing! This centuries-old English custom celebrates the orchard, the harvest, and the community that keeps it thriving. They’ll gather together among the apple trees as The Irish Pope leads our traditional blessing of the trees, wishing them health, abundance, and good fruit for the coming season. Activities include re-enactments of old English traditional rituals & rhymes with a chance to see the wassailing ceremony every hour at 12:30, 1:30, 2:30 & 3:30.

    Free
  • Fort Atkinson Candlelight Tour

    Fort Atkinson State Historical Park 201 S. 7th St, Fort Calhoun, NE, United States

    Join for the Fort Atkinson Candlelight Tour! This year’s theme is “The Eve of Sgt. Winningham’s Wedding, and the Return of the 1825 Treaty Expedition”. This unique walking tour by candlelight among the historic buildings and around the grounds will take approximately one and a half hours. Each stop along the way will reveal another part of the evening’s theme, which is based on actual events. Because space is limited, reservations/tickets are required.

    $15 – $20
  • Day of the Dead

    Day of the Dead
    Bellevue Berry Farm and Pumpkin Ranch 11001 South 48th Street, Papillion, NE, United States

    Come and join with family and friends to share the historical and cultural significance of Day of the Dead Mexican tradition. This celebration includes Mariachi music, authentic Mexican food, catrina contest, folkloric dance, and an offering to the loved ones that have passed away.

  • Crafts with Cops – Corn Kernel Crafts

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

    Join on the first Thursday of the month for a special craft your little one can do with a Papillion Police Officer. Crafts will take place in the Youth Area. This month's craft project: Corn Kernel Crafts

    Free
  • Elkhorn Hills Fall Craft & Vendor Fair

    Elkhorn Hills United Methodist Church 20227 Veterans Dr, Elkhorn, NE

    Save the date for our Elkhorn Hills Fall Craft and Vendor Fair and plan to stop in to kick off your holiday shopping!

    Free
  • 54th Annual Arrows to Aerospace

    Washington Park 20th and Franklin, Bellevue, NE, United States

    Besides featuring a parade on Saturday, August 15, Washington Park will be the site of a pancake feed, a foam party, bounce houses, music, and a variety of both non-profit and retail vendors. Full Schedule on their site.

  • 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 brings the Omaha community together for a night of groovy tunes, good vibes, and giving back.

    Free
  • Curiosity Crew: Leaves

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

    Curiosity Crew is back with a brand new look! Starting this month Curiosity Crew is specifically developed for kids six and under with their parent or caretaker. Each month we’ll cover a brand new science topic and complete an activity or art project associated with it. This month we’re kicking off fall by learning why leaves change colors and making nature inspired leaf prints.

    Free [REGISTER]
  • Opening Weekend at Vala’s – Apple & Cider Festival

    Vala's Pumpkin Patch 12102 S. 180th Street, Gretna, NE, United States

    Be the first to ride the brand-new Apple Tree Swing, pick fresh apples, and save 50% on Labor Day weekend tickets when you buy online.

  • Botna Bend Pancake Feed

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

    Every spring, Botna Bend park rangers Jon Fenner and Cory Thomas and their staff tap the silver maple trees that call the park home and collect their sweet sap to make homemade maple syrup. You can taste the delicious fruits of their labor by joining us for our annual Pancake Feed! Grilled pancakes and sausage will be served with our homemade maple syrup along with coffee & orange juice from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., so don't be late! Breakfast is free, but free-will donations are gratefully accepted and will be used to fund Botna Bend Park projects and improvements.

    Free with Park Entry Fee
  • 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
  • Fall Passive Crafts

    La Vista Public Library 9110 Giles Road , La Vista

    All Ages. Stop by and make a festive fall craft! Parent participation required. While supplies last.

    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!)

  • 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
  • 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
  • Fall Fest Pop Up Pumpkin Patch

    Kros Strain Brewing Company 10411 Portal Rd, La Vista, NE

    Celebrate the start of Fall with an afternoon of pumpkins, cold beer, live music and family friendly fun at our annual Fall Fest! They’ve teamed up with the Kumpf Family Farm to bring a real pumpkin patch right to the brewery. Browse pumpkins of every shape and size, along with fall decor including corn stalks, hay bales and milo to get your home ready for autumn. For the kiddos: Live Bunnies, Face Painting, Balloon artist, corn pit dig, yard games, slushies, ice cream and more!

    Free
  • 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!)

  • Inaugural Heartland Plein Air Festival

    Omaha, NE Omaha, NE

    All week-long painting events are free and open to the public. Artists will be working at locations throughout Douglas and Sarpy Counties — follow along on social media for daily location updates. There's no velvet rope. No admission fee. Just artists at work, and you're invited to watch.

    Free
  • Lunch & Learn – Vala’s Pumpkin Patch & Apple Orchard

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

    As we head into fall, we're excited to announce that Tim Vala will give a presentation on Vala's Pumpkin Patch and Apple Orchard. Together we'll delve into the origins of the pumpkin patch, the planning behind a few of their newer attractions, as well as the future of this beloved Nebraska tradition.

    Free
  • Croctoberfest

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

    There's Oktoberfest. Then there's Croctoberfest. And this one is just for the 21+ crowd. Pick your experience with General Admission or VIP Prost! With the Most and Prost! With the Most Plus, grab a stein, and explore the Zoo's crocodilians and nine-member alligator family in a new light. Take your Oktoberfest to the swamp. Stay Wild.

  • Friday Movie Night at the Orchard: The Wild Robot

    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—they’ll be open inside with all the goodies!

    Free
  • Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration

    Oakview Mall 3001 S 144th St, Omaha, NE

    Join in honoring culture, history, and community. Traditional Music & Dance, Authentic Latin Cuisine, Cultural Exhibits & Art, Pop-Up Store.

    Free
  • The ACN 2026 Food Truck Festival

    Autism Center of Nebraska 9012 Q St, Omaha, NE

    The 2026 ACN Food Truck Festival will take place on Saturday, September 19, 2026. This event will be free and open to the public. This is a moment to gather and celebrate the local autism community. Watch this space for more information as the date approaches. Committed Food Trucks for this event are Chaima’s, Omahalette, Snow Daze Shaved Ice, and Chef Jeremy McCoy.

    Free
  • Fall Equinox Celebration

    Camp Brewster 1313 Bellevue Blvd. North, Bellevue, NE, United States

    Join for a short, guided hike at Camp Brewster as we search for signs of seasonal changes in the Forest. After the hike, we will have a family-friendly craft to celebrate the equinox. To end our night, we will make a bonfire and have s'mores around the fire. Please remember to check the weather and dress accordingly.

    $15 – $25 [REGISTER]

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