Candy Cane Course 5k/12k
Join for the annual Candy Cane Course 5k/12k! A fun, Christmas-themed event that is perfect for the whole family. Events: Kids Dash 1 Mile 5k 12k Virtual Race Volunteer then Run
$22 – $44 [REGISTER]
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Inner Rail 1911 S 67th St, Omaha, NE
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Cookies with the Clauses
Omaha Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium 3701 S. 10th Street, Omaha, NE, United StatesJoin Santa and Mrs. Claus at the Zoo for Cookies with the Clauses, a fun-filled holiday experience! Enjoy cookie decorating, crafts, pictures with Santa and more. Children 1 and under are free but must be included in your group count. Event attendees should meet at the Robert B. Daugherty Education Center. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration is required. Space is limited, so reserve your spot today.
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Santa, Reindeer & Code Caravan at Hy-Vee
Hy-Vee - 156th and Maple 3410 N 156th Street, Omaha, NE, United StatesJoin at your 156th & Maple Hy-Vee on Saturday, Dec. 20 for a day of holiday fun! Write letters to Santa, free hot chocolate and enjoy other fun kid events. Santa & Reindeer 10-1, Coke Caravan & Polar Bear 10-12
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Holiday Concert Series at The Durham
The Durham Museum 801 South 10th Street, Omaha, NE, United StatesEnjoy some of the area’s most beautiful holiday music under the glow of The Durham’s Christmas tree. Talented local entertainers perform as part of museum’s holiday concert series. Special support for the concert series provided by Star 104.5 the Christmas Station.
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Selfie with the Grinch
Nebraska Furniture Mart 700 South 72nd Street, Omaha, NE, United StatesStop on by for a Selfie with the Grinch and receive a free gift while supplies last!
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Visit with Santa & Mrs. Claus at Hy-Vee
Hy-Vee - 96th & Q 9707 Q St, Omaha, NEJoin at your 96th & Q Hy-Vee on Saturday, Dec. 20 from 1-5 p.m. to visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus! We will also have cookie & ornament decorating. Bring the whole family for a fun holiday-filled afternoon.
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Holiday Harmony
Lauritzen Gardens 100 Bancroft Street, Omaha, NEDuring the holiday poinsettia show, local musicians share their talents and perform holiday classics that are sure to delight guests of all ages.
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Winterland at Heartwood Preserve: Photos with Santa
Heartwood Park 301 S 145th St, Omaha, NEMeet Santa inside our cozy heated tent! Bring your own camera or phone for festive photos, then enjoy hot chocolate and donuts on us—courtesy of Applied Underwriters.
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Annual Menorah Parade
Boys Town 14100 Crawford Street, Boys Town, NE, United StatesWe are finishing Chanukah off with a bang. Join us as we parade across the city with lit Menorahs mounted on our cars. It is one of the most joyous, uplifting and proudly Jewish moments of the year. If you have never been in the parade, make this the year. If you have done it before, you know there is nothing like it.
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Hanukkah Extravaganza at The Children’s Museum
Omaha Children's Museum 500 South 20th Street, Omaha, NE, United StatesEnjoy a fun-filled evening with friends and family as we celebrate the last night of Hanukkah together! Cost: $18 per family – includes Kosher pasta dinner, dessert, and museum entrance.
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Santa & Free Cookies
Eileen's Colossal Cookies (145th & West Center) 14532 W Center Rd, Omaha, NEDecember 22nd from 9am to 12:00, experience the magic of the season as Santa visits our store, he will be handing out FREE 3” chocolate chip cookies and taking photos with guests. Join for a heartwarming celebration that's sure to brighten your holiday season! Happy Holidays!
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Christmas Colorland Drop-in
La Vista Library 9110 Giles Rd, La Vista, NEStop by anytime and get creative at our Christmas Colorland Drop-in program. Color Santa, snowflakes, reindeer, Christmas trees and more. This is a fun and relaxing way for families to enjoy the season together!
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Gingerbread Cookie Decorating & Pizza with Santa!
Shadow Lake Towne Center 7775 Olson Drive, Papillion, NE, United StatesJoin in Santa’s Workshop for a festive and delicious afternoon with Santa and Mrs. Claus! Decorate your own gingerbread cookies, enjoy pizza, and make magical holiday memories with the whole family. Tickets are free but required for entry. Please reserve tickets for everyone who will be attending with you. Bring your holiday spirit and your appetite for an afternoon filled with cheer, creativity, and Christmas magic!
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Boredom Busters – Ornament Painting
La Vista Public Library 9110 Giles Road , La VistaAges 8-12. This afterschool program for ages 8+ meets the second and fourth Tuesday of the month. Each meeting we will have a different craft, activity, or game to do. Supplies will be out from 3:30-5 p.m.
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Family Nights with Santa & Holiday Concert Series at The Durham
The Durham Museum 801 South 10th Street, Omaha, NE, United StatesHo Ho Ho! During the busy holiday season, The Durham Museum makes it easy for families to create special memories with Santa. Tuesday Nights with Santa are filled with family-fun activities, and of course, an appearance from Jolly Saint Nick himself! Santa's Cabin closes at 7:30PM.
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Lauritzen Gardens: Santa Stops Here
Lauritzen Gardens 100 Bancroft Street, Omaha, NESanta is on his way to Lauritzen Gardens! Bring the kids to visit with the jolly old man in the bright red suit as he stops at the garden this holiday season. Share a wish with the North Pole’s greatest ambassador, and capture this year’s holiday family photo (please bring your own camera to take pictures). Santa will be located in the classroom of Sofia's Play Garden. Included with a ticket to Bright Nights.
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Christmas Bird Count for Kids
Schramm Education Center 21502 West Highway 31, Gretna, NEWant an opportunity to get your family outdoors over your winter break? Would you like to contribute to science? Join their Christmas Bird Count for Kids event at Schramm Education Center! Learn more about the birds that call Schramm home during the winter while participating in the longest running community science project in the country. During the event, participants can choose to help count birds on a hike in the prairie or on a hike down to the Platte River. During the count, we will be recording the number and type of birds we see. After we count, we will join back up in the Schramm Classroom to tally our results and make bird crafts.
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Make a Snow Globe Sensory Craft
The Learning Express Omaha 120 Regency Pkwy, Omaha, NEMake a Snow Globe Sensory Craft at The Learning Express
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New Year’s Slime Craft
The Learning Express Omaha 120 Regency Pkwy, Omaha, NENew Year's Slime Craft at The Learning Express
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Noon Year’s Eve at the Durham
The Durham Museum 801 South 10th Street, Omaha, NE, United StatesChildren of all ages will enjoy this fun-packed bash with live music from Dino O’Dell and the T-Rex All-Stars, special crafts and activities. Ring in the noon year in your handmade party hat while enjoying the celebratory bubble wrap stomp and a spectacular balloon drop at noon in the Suzanne and Walter Scott Great Hall. Register online anytime beginning December 1st.
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Kipp’s Noon Year Celebration
Kipp Omaha 14445 W Center Rd Ste #101, Omaha, NEBalloon drop at NOON on the turf, Golden Ticket Hunt (10:00–11:00 AM), Kid-friendly bubbly toast, Photo ops & dance party, Celebration kits available for $6 (FREE for members), Included with normal admission; FREE for Members
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Noon Year’s Eve at The Zoo
Omaha Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium 3701 S. 10th Street, Omaha, NE, United StatesNoon Year's Eve is a fun opportunity for kids of all ages to celebrate the New Year without staying up until midnight. Guests can enjoy a variety of activities, including Ambassador Animals and biofacts for hands-on learning, a DJ, character meet-and-greets, and an early countdown to 2026.
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Noon Year’s Eve Party at Chirpy’s
Chirpy's Play Cafe 2063 Creek Side Dr, Papillion, NECelebrate the New Year's Eve with the Snow Sisters at Chirpy's! They'll have lots of play, balloon drop at noon, sparkling juice for a toast, and a dance party!
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Noon Year’s Eve Party
La Vista Community Center 8116 Park View Blvd, La Vista, NE, United StatesJoin us for this friendly family New Year’s Eve celebration! This event will feature various craft stations, a scavenger hunt, and opportunities to win various prizes. Be sure to stay for our grand finale, the ball(oon) drop at high noon! Come enjoy the excitement of ringing in the new year, all without having to stay up until midnight! Ages: All Ages
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Noon Year’s Eve Swim Party
Papillion Landing 1046 W Lincoln St, Papillion, NEJoin for a family swim, deck activities, a craft, and a scavenger hunt. Don't miss the disco ball drop down the water slide at noon.
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Big Grove Kid’s New Year’s Eve Party
Big Grove Brewery & Taproom 4601 Catalyst Ct, Omaha, NEJoin us for 𝗮 𝗳𝗿𝗲𝗲, 𝗳𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝘆-𝗳𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗹𝘆 𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 from 11AM–7PM — packed with fun and festive surprises! Free buffet for the kids, Balloon drop at 1PM, Activities & entertainment for all ages.
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Noon Year’s Eve
Baright Public Library 5555 South 77th St, Ralston, NE, United StatesRing in the New Year with us! 🎆 Littles and their families are welcome to join in on our midday celebration. Storytime will be at 11:30AM, with a countdown afterward to noon.
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Noon Years Eve Bingo Bash
Keene Memorial Library 1030 N Broad St, Fremont, NEJoin Wednesday December 31 at Noon for a fun hour of Bingo, snacks, and prizes! All ages are welcome to this fun-filled and free event. At Keene Memorial Library.
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New Year New Me
Gretna Public Library 736 South St, Gretna, NEJoin Gretna Public Library's teen services as we reinvent ourselves for the New Year. Enjoy goal-setting, New Years crafts, snacks and music, and New Years Eve good vibes. No library card or registration required.
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New Year’s Eve Sunset Hike
Hitchcock Nature Center 27792 Ski Hill Loop, Honey Creek, IA, United StatesJoin environmental education team to celebrate the new year under an open sky with a guided hike in the beautiful Loess Hills. Let the natural world inspire you as you set intentions for the year ahead. Please dress for the weather and wear appropriate hiking shoes or boots. For winter hiking, dressing in layers is best. Hats and gloves are important as it will feel colder with the wind.
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New Year’s Eve Fireworks Spectacular
The RiverFront 900 Farnam St, Omaha, NEGet ready for a whole new way to experience the grand finale of the Holiday Lights Festival! This year, we’re giving you the freedom to enjoy the spectacular firework show and the stunning downtown lighting displays from wherever you like! There is no set parking or designated viewing area, which means you can enjoy the show from virtually any spot in downtown, giving you the chance to discover new perspectives and hidden gems around the city. The fireworks will light up the sky near Heartland of America Park at The RiverFront, and you won’t want to miss a moment! Make it a festive experience by tuning into STAR 104.5 at 7pm, either in your car or on your phone. The fireworks are choreographed to a special musical score, created just for this event by J&M Displays. The soundtrack, broadcast live on STAR 104.5, will enhance every burst of color with the perfect holiday tunes.
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New Year’s Eve Celebration at Lied Lodge
Lied Lodge 2700 Sylvan Rd, Nebraska City, NECelebrate the arrival of 2026 with live music, hors d'oeuvres, and a champagne toast at Lied Lodge's New Year's Eve Celebration in Nebraska City.
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Christmas Kiddie Crafts: Beaded Snowflakes
La Vista Central Park Clubhouse 8305 Park View Blvd, La Vista, NELet your little one’s imagination run wild! 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. Each session features themed crafts that help build fine motor skills, encourage creativity, and foster social interaction. Grown-ups are welcome to craft alongside their kids or relax nearby. It’s the perfect way to spark a lifelong love of art and play. Come join us and twist beads onto pipe cleaners to make sparkly snowflakes to hang up for winter fun! Ages: 0-11
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Lauritzen Gardens Bright Nights
Lauritzen Gardens 100 Bancroft Street, Omaha, NEEvent Dates: November 28-30. December 3-7, 10-23, 26-31, January 2-4. With 31 nights to see the garden glow, 10 family fun nights, 22 visits from Santa, and 5 appearances by a certain mean, green, grouchy holiday character, Bright Nights promises festive fun for everyone!
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Carter Lake Winter Movie Series: Cool Runnings
Carter Lake Community Center 1120 Willow St, Carter Lake, IAJoin to watch a movie on the big screen! Movies will start at 6pm sharp in the CLCC Gymnasium.
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Farnam Winter Pop-Up
Midtown Crossing 32nd and Farnam, Omaha, NE, United StatesDiscover a handpicked medley of 15 locally owned shops at Omaha’s newest urban holiday destination! Shop handmade goods, artisan foods, boutique finds, curated gifts and more.
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Zoolightful
Omaha Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium 3701 S. 10th Street, Omaha, NE, United StatesThere’s no place like the #1 Zoo in the Nation for the holidays. Zoolightful is an holiday experience at Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium filled with larger-than-life lanterns, dazzling lights, and festive fun for everyone. Make it your new holiday tradition and create memories that will last a lifetime.
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Winter Travelin’ Trivia Nights
Corn Coast Brewing Taproom 10717 Virginia Plaza #101, La Vista, NEWinter Travelin’ Trivia is back! When the weather turns cold, find us at some of the hottest spots in La Vista. Form a team with your friends and test your wits playing trivia with La Vista City staff on the second Wednesday of each month. Top teams will win prizes. A food truck will be on site, and the host locations will offer a range of beverages for purchase. Teams of 2-6 people are welcome to play. Pre-registration is not required.
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Snack Attack (3rd-5th Grade)
Saddlebrook Community Center 14850 Laurel Avenue, Omaha, NE, United StatesKids will have fun making some fun holiday snacks with their friends. Sorry they are unable to accommodate for allergies. Registration begins: November 17th at 9:00am
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Winter Travelin’ Trivia Nights
Pint Nine Brewing Company 10411 Portal Rd #104, La Vista, NEWinter Travelin’ Trivia is back! When the weather turns cold, find us at some of the hottest spots in La Vista. Form a team with your friends and test your wits playing trivia with La Vista City staff on the second Wednesday of each month. Top teams will win prizes. A food truck will be on site, and the host locations will offer a range of beverages for purchase. Teams of 2-6 people are welcome to play. Pre-registration is not required.
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