Week of Events
Heroes & Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume
This summer, step into the magic of Disney and discover the iconic looks of some of your favorite Disney characters in an enchanting, up-close experience for all ages. Heroes & Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume is a showcase of nearly 70 mesmerizing ensembles spanning close to five decades of Disney film and television.
Dinosaurs Around the World: Passport to Pangea
Step into a prehistoric adventure at Lauritzen Gardens with Dinosaurs Around the World: Passport to Pangea, on view May 30 through September 7, 2026. Produced by Imagine, this immersive traveling exhibition transforms the garden into a journey across ancient Earth, where life-sized animatronic dinosaurs roar, move, and captivate visitors of all ages.
Sunflower Festival at Nelson Produce Farm
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.
Omaha Children’s Museum: Ciao Bambini!
Get ready to experience the heart and soul of Italy like never before at Omaha Children’s Museum through our newest cultural exhibit Ciao Bambini! This immersive, educational experience is designed to transport children and their families to the enchanting world of Italy, where history, art, and culture come to life. Ciao Bambini! is a nationally traveling exhibit created by The Magic House, St. Louis. The Children's Museum will be open on Labor Day this Year!
Carter’s Village Pointe Grand Re-Opening
Celebrate the grand re-opening of Carter’s at Village Pointe with fun for the whole family! Join Carter’s September 3–7 for special activities throughout the week, including KiwiCo projects, face painting, custom patches, and gourmet pops from Frios. Kids can get creative, enjoy a sweet treat, and celebrate the newly reopened store! Activities take place from 11 AM–1 PM on select days.
Ralston Days 2026
Ralston Days in the parking lot of the Liberty First Credit Union Arena. Enjoy the carnival 🎡 , food trucks 🥨, drinks 🍺, live music🎵, Inflatables, Foam party🫧, Car show🚗, Hockey Game and more! Admission is Free!
La Festa Italiana 2026
Celebrate one of the Omaha area’s most beloved festivals this Labor Day weekend. Take home authentic Italian food, wine, beer, from the American Italian Heritage Society home, Il Palazzo on 132nd and Fort Streets. Kids 14 and Under Free with an Adult
Opening Weekend at Vala’s – Apple & Cider Festival
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.
Sunday, August 30, 2026
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Monday, August 31, 2026
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Tuesday, September 1, 2026
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Wednesday, September 2, 2026
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Thursday, September 3, 2026
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Friday, September 4, 2026
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September 4, 2026Nebraska Slime
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September 4, 2026 -Midtown Mix: Post Service Collective (Funk)
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September 4, 2026
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September 4, 2026 -Friday Night Flicks – Zootopia 2
Midtown Mix: Post Service Collective (Funk)
Midtown Mix is a laid-back neighborhood gathering where music takes center stage and community comes together. Bring a lawn chair, claim a park bench, or settle in on a nearby restaurant patio and enjoy the show up close. Better yet, grab your favorite beverage to-go from a Midtown Crossing establishment and sip while you listen. Beer, wine, and champagne are permitted, making Midtown Mix the perfect way to unwind, connect, and ease into the weekend.
First Responders Night at Storm Chasers vs Saints
Storm Chasers game with Fireworks after. Join as they honor and celebrate our local first responders, featuring a patriotic jersey auction
Friday Night Flicks – Zootopia 2
Friday Night Flicks is a free outdoor movie night full of fun for the entire family. The night will be filled with activities for all including lawn games, giveaways, food trucks, free popcorn, face painters, and more.
Saturday, September 5, 2026
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September 5, 2026 -Botna Bend Pancake Feed
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September 5, 2026Home Depot Kids Workshop: School Bus Organizer
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September 5, 2026 -Monarch Tagging – FREE drop-in program
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September 5, 2026 -Celebrate at The Platform: Labor Day
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September 5, 2026 -Raptors Live! International Vulture Awareness Day
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September 5, 2026 -Out & About Storytime: The Joslyn
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September 5, 2026 -Afro Fest Omaha
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September 5, 2026 -Space Race Escape Room
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September 5, 2026 -14th Annual LOVAM Jazz Festival
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September 5, 2026 -Unity Fest 2026
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September 5, 2026 -Fremont Fireworks 2026
Botna Bend Pancake Feed
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.
Home Depot Kids Workshop: School Bus Organizer
Free In-Store Kids Workshops. Join at 9 a.m. the First Saturday of Every Month. While Supplies Last.
Monarch Tagging – FREE drop-in program
Flutter over to the garden on Saturday, September 5 from 9 a.m. to noon for a monarch tagging event. Each fall, monarch butterflies set out on an extraordinary journey traveling thousands of miles to overwintering sites in Mexico. By gently capturing, tagging, and releasing these butterflies, researchers are able to track their migration, study survival rates, and gain a deeper understanding of the challenges they face along the way. This experience is included with paid garden admission. FREE for garden members. No pre-registration is required.
Celebrate at The Platform: Labor Day
Join at The Platform, the museum’s interactive play space, and celebrate the holidays with us! Each date will have a special craft or activity and feature related photos from our Photo Archive for a bit of a history lesson while you celebrate. On Saturday, we celebrate Labor Day and workers' contributions to our country and world.
Raptors Live! International Vulture Awareness Day
The first Saturday in September is Vulture Awareness Day! Stop into the Great Hall from 10AM-11AM to meet our very own Sundance the Turkey Vulture! Compare raptor artifacts to see just what makes vultures so special.
Out & About Storytime: The Joslyn
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.
Afro Fest Omaha
Afro Fest Omaha The Festival will showcase Live Music, Dance, Arts and Crafts, and authentic African cuisine, a Children Activities area, a learning and Arts exhibition section as welt as a variety of organizations, businesses, student groups, and other Individuals From the community who are working every day to connect with others, create a vision for themselves and their community, and inspire others to join them in their efforts.
Space Race Escape Room
Houston, we have a problem! Your space mission has gone off course, and it’s up to your crew to solve puzzles themed around the historic space race and real space facts. Work together to crack codes, explore the solar system, and complete your mission before time runs out! This is a free event for children ages 8-12. Registration is required
14th Annual LOVAM Jazz Festival
🎷🎷HEADLINER: The most electrifying, smooth jazz saxophonist ERIC DARIUS!!🎷🎷 LOVAM is another perfect way to enjoy an evening out with your family and friends. Join us for live jazz music in an intimate outdoor setting. Attendance is FREE!! Bring your lawn chair or blanket, food and drink (no glass containers / no tents).
Unity Fest 2026
Unity Fest 2026 is a high-energy cultural music experience bringing together diverse communities from across Omaha and the Midwest for one unforgettable night.
Fremont Fireworks 2026
Mother Nature may have rained out Fremont’s Fourth of July fireworks, but she can’t stop the celebration! 🌧️➡️🎇 Mark your calendars and get ready for a spectacular night in the sky because the postponed Fremont fireworks show has been rescheduled for Saturday, September 5th during Labor Day Weekend! 🎉 Plan to send summer off with a bang and make Labor Day Weekend one to remember!
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