Opening Weekend at Vala’s – Apple & Cider Festival
Vala's Pumpkin Patch 12102 S. 180th Street, GretnaWeek of Events
Ralston Days 2025
Ralston Days in the parking lot of the Liberty First Credit Union Arena Friday, August 29 - Monday, September 1st. Enjoy the carnival 🎡 , food trucks 🥨, drinks 🍺, live music🎵, Foam party🫧, Car show🚗 and more! Admission is Free!
41st Annual La Festa Italiana
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 35% on Labor Day weekend tickets when you buy online.
Plattsmouth Harvest Festival 2025
Now in its 94th year, the Plattsmouth Harvest Festival is the oldest, continuous harvest festival in Nebraska. Fun for the whole family, the 3-day event begins with the Coronation of the new King and Queen on Thursday evening. Friday includes carnival rides, Kiddie Parade, Sweetheart Awards, Pep Rally, Car Bash, Balloon Toss, and Bingo. Saturday includes Egg Toss, Chicken Chariot Race, Music & Entertainment, Cake Walk, Cow Drop contest, and the Grand Parade. Lots more to see and do the first weekend after Labor Day in September on and around Plattsmouth's Historic Main Street. Come join the fun.
Dragons Love Tacos The Musical
The only thing dragons love more than parties are TACO PARTIES! If you want dragons to come to your party, serving tacos is the way to go. But do not, under ANY circumstances, serve dragons spicy tacos. Join Robbie and his dog Kodi as they throw the biggest party of the year, with tacos that have NO spice…or do they? Featuring catchy original songs, vibrant characters, and a slew of dragons, this show brings Adam Rubin’s hilarious book to the stage. Will Robbie succeed in throwing the ultimate taco party without any fiery mishaps?
Cocktails & Cupcakes
What happens when Omaha’s premier whiskey & cocktail bar teams up with the Metro’s tastiest cakes? The most indulgent flight of your dreams. For 3 nights only ... September 5th, 6th & 7th at Proof 192, we’re shaking things up with Dave’s Cakes!
Tacos & Tequila Festival
Tacos and Tequila Festival presented by Tapatío Frozen Foods is coming to Omaha. DON’T MISS these hip hop legends… Enjoy food from the area’s best taco chefs, a queso & salsa competition, lucha libre wrestling, and our famous Chihuahua Beauty Pageant. Plus, fully stocked bars and more surprises!
Take & Make: Compass
Discover the science of magnetism and navigation with this hands-on compass kit! Kids can build their own working compass while learning STEM concepts in a fun and engaging way. The kit includes precut wooden parts, a magnet, and easy-to-follow instructions — perfect for curious young explorers and makers.
54th Annual Rockbrook Village Art Fair
The Rockbrook Village Art Fair is a two-day outdoor juried art fair in Omaha, Nebraska on September 6 & 7, 2025. 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.
Sunday, August 31, 2025
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August 31, 2025 -Insect Adventure at Wildlife Safari Park
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August 31, 2025 -Nelson Produce Farm Sunflower Fest
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August 31, 2025 -Florence Mill Country Market
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August 31, 2025 -Animation Academy: From Pencils to Pixels
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August 31, 2025 -Afro Fest Omaha
Insect Adventure at Wildlife Safari Park
Open now through October 5, 2025! The biggest little adventure in town is crawling, buzzing, and flying its way to Lee G. Simmons Wildlife Safari Park! Experience Insect Adventure, an all-new giant journey, featuring 35 supersized animatronic insects and spiders from around the world. Enjoy a self-guided exploration with familiar favorites, like the monarch butterfly, honeybees, and the black widow spider, while encountering unique species such as the Madagascar hissing cockroach and the bullet ant.
Nelson Produce Farm Sunflower Fest
Soak up the sunshine & explore 18 acres of blooming beauty at our Nebraska Sunflower Fest! With over 450,000 vibrant sunflowers, it’s the perfect place to stroll, snap dreamy photos, & enjoy the beauty of nature!
Florence Mill Country Market
Shop & Play at Florence Mill Country Market for farm-fresh produce, meats, baked goods, handmade crafts & more in a historic mill & its surrounding field
Animation Academy: From Pencils to Pixels
Step into your favorite Saturday-morning cartoons and explore the remarkable world of storytelling through animation. Our much-anticipated summer exhibition, The Animation Academy: From Pencils to Pixels, invites visitors of all ages to leap into the fascinating realm of the cartoon genre. This unique exhibit provides a rare glimpse into the magic behind some of the most beloved animated films and characters, and offers a comprehensive exploration of the art, science, technology and history of animation.
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.
Monday, September 1, 2025
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September 1, 2025 -Insect Adventure at Wildlife Safari Park
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September 1, 2025 -Nelson Produce Farm Sunflower Fest
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September 1, 2025Omaha Labor Day Parade
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September 1, 2025Labor Day Playdoh Sensory Jars
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September 1, 2025 -Omahawks Labor Day Air Show
Insect Adventure at Wildlife Safari Park
Open now through October 5, 2025! The biggest little adventure in town is crawling, buzzing, and flying its way to Lee G. Simmons Wildlife Safari Park! Experience Insect Adventure, an all-new giant journey, featuring 35 supersized animatronic insects and spiders from around the world. Enjoy a self-guided exploration with familiar favorites, like the monarch butterfly, honeybees, and the black widow spider, while encountering unique species such as the Madagascar hissing cockroach and the bullet ant.
Nelson Produce Farm Sunflower Fest
Soak up the sunshine & explore 18 acres of blooming beauty at our Nebraska Sunflower Fest! With over 450,000 vibrant sunflowers, it’s the perfect place to stroll, snap dreamy photos, & enjoy the beauty of nature!
Omaha Labor Day Parade
Please join Monday September 1st, 2025, for Omaha's 141st Labor Day Parade. The Route will start on 16th and Cass, and head south to Capitol, then head east to 12th, then head back north to Mike Fahey, and then head to the west and end at 13th.
Labor Day Playdoh Sensory Jars
Red, White, and AWESOME!! Celebrate Labor Day with us with a DIY Patriotic Sensory Playdoh Jar event!! 🇺🇸 Dig into the star spangled textures, and let your freedom sing as you explore the different textiles we add! $5 per participant, all ages welcome!! First come, first serve while supplies last!
Omahawks Labor Day Air Show
Join the Omahawks at Hawk Field at Standing Bear Lake (138th and Fort) for their 2025 Labor Day Air Show on Monday, September 1st from 11:45 am to 4:00 pm. Parking and admission is free. There is plenty of seating available. Food and drinks, including chips, pop, water, pizza, and baked goods, are available for purchase.
Tuesday, September 2, 2025
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September 2, 2025 -Insect Adventure at Wildlife Safari Park
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September 2, 2025Apple Pie Sensory Bin & Storytime
Insect Adventure at Wildlife Safari Park
Open now through October 5, 2025! The biggest little adventure in town is crawling, buzzing, and flying its way to Lee G. Simmons Wildlife Safari Park! Experience Insect Adventure, an all-new giant journey, featuring 35 supersized animatronic insects and spiders from around the world. Enjoy a self-guided exploration with familiar favorites, like the monarch butterfly, honeybees, and the black widow spider, while encountering unique species such as the Madagascar hissing cockroach and the bullet ant.
Apple Pie Sensory Bin & Storytime
Fall vibes are here! Join us for our Apple Pie Sensory Bin + Storytime. Kids will “bake” their own pie with felt apples & oats, then enjoy a sweet story: The Biggest Apple Ever! All ages welcome. $5 per participant. Supplies are first come, first served
Wednesday, September 3, 2025
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September 3, 2025 -Insect Adventure at Wildlife Safari Park
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September 3, 2025 -Tempo of Twilight at Lauritzen Gardens
Insect Adventure at Wildlife Safari Park
Open now through October 5, 2025! The biggest little adventure in town is crawling, buzzing, and flying its way to Lee G. Simmons Wildlife Safari Park! Experience Insect Adventure, an all-new giant journey, featuring 35 supersized animatronic insects and spiders from around the world. Enjoy a self-guided exploration with familiar favorites, like the monarch butterfly, honeybees, and the black widow spider, while encountering unique species such as the Madagascar hissing cockroach and the bullet ant.
Tempo of Twilight at Lauritzen Gardens
| Tempo of Twilight returns with a fresh new night and a new format—still the same perfect harmony of live music and nature. Join on the festival garden lawn for a rockin' outdoor concert series under the summer sky |
| 6/18 - The String Beans |
| 7/2 - The Radio Eclectic |
| 7/16 - North Omaha Music & Arts Ensemble |
| 8/13 - Women of Rock |
| 9/3 - Marcos Eduardo's Latino Music Explosion |
Thursday, September 4, 2025
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September 4, 2025 -Insect Adventure at Wildlife Safari Park
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September 4, 2025 -Story Time + Movement with Fern Foundation
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September 4, 2025 -Spark Your Story
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September 4, 2025Classics With a Cause Series: Better Off Dead
Insect Adventure at Wildlife Safari Park
Open now through October 5, 2025! The biggest little adventure in town is crawling, buzzing, and flying its way to Lee G. Simmons Wildlife Safari Park! Experience Insect Adventure, an all-new giant journey, featuring 35 supersized animatronic insects and spiders from around the world. Enjoy a self-guided exploration with familiar favorites, like the monarch butterfly, honeybees, and the black widow spider, while encountering unique species such as the Madagascar hissing cockroach and the bullet ant.
Story Time + Movement with Fern Foundation
Join for a fun and engaging Story Time with Movement! Perfect for kids ages 3 and up (younger siblings welcome), this interactive session combines storytelling with playful movement to spark imagination, build listening skills, and support early childhood development through joyful, active learning.
Spark Your Story
Join Washington Branch every Thursday as local community members share their story. Enjoy snacks, engage in discussion with the storyteller, and explore new professions, storytelling mediums, and activities. This program is for teens 11–18 years old.
Classics With a Cause Series: Better Off Dead
Each week, Quasar pairs up a local business with a local charitable cause, to present a “Classic” retro title for a “Free-to-the-Public ” event to raise awareness and support. This is a great way for your organization to educate and interact with an eager audience. Solicitation of free-will donations or mission-specific item donations can be part of pre-event, advertising co-op.
Friday, September 5, 2025
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September 5, 2025 -Insect Adventure at Wildlife Safari Park
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September 5, 2025Make Huskers Football Slime
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September 5, 2025 -19th Annual BrewHaha for Habitat for Humanity
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September 5, 2025 -Fields of Flight
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September 5, 2025 -Opera Outdoors
Insect Adventure at Wildlife Safari Park
Open now through October 5, 2025! The biggest little adventure in town is crawling, buzzing, and flying its way to Lee G. Simmons Wildlife Safari Park! Experience Insect Adventure, an all-new giant journey, featuring 35 supersized animatronic insects and spiders from around the world. Enjoy a self-guided exploration with familiar favorites, like the monarch butterfly, honeybees, and the black widow spider, while encountering unique species such as the Madagascar hissing cockroach and the bullet ant.
Make Huskers Football Slime
GO BIG RED!!!!! Football is in full swing!! Help us kick off football season with a fun Huskers Football Slime craft!! 🎈🏈🎈🏈🎈 This is an all ages event! $5 per participant! First come, first serve while supplies last!!
19th Annual BrewHaha for Habitat for Humanity
The 19th Annual Brew Haha is your chance to sip, savor and support Habitat for Humanity of Omaha! Sample 80 top-notch breweries and local eateries. Every dollar raised helps build strength, stability and self-reliance for families in our five-county service area. Cheers to making a difference!
Fields of Flight
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 VERTIGO, ~7:40 PM – Balloon Glow at Dusk (weather permitting). $40 per car – Admission included (only ONE ticket needed per vehicle!)
Opera Outdoors
Opera Omaha’s annual kick-off to the season returns. Spread your picnic blanket, kick off your shoes, and relax as the songs of birds and opera intertwine. This FREE, family-friendly concert, which has become a community favorite, is held at Midtown Crossing’s Turner Park and includes some of opera’s greatest hits.
Saturday, September 6, 2025
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September 6, 2025 -Smile Fest 2025
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September 6, 2025 -Insect Adventure at Wildlife Safari Park
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September 6, 2025Home Depot Kids Workshop: September Crop Duster
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September 6, 2025 -Toddler Dance Party at Trucks & Taps
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September 6, 2025 -Littles Lab at Do Space
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September 6, 2025 -Wellness in Heartwood Park: Yoga with Jess Jaksha
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September 6, 2025 -Out & About Storytime: The Joslyn
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Featured September 6, 2025 -Featured World O! Water Festival
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September 6, 2025 -Kid Coders at Do Space
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September 6, 2025 -Dog Man Escape Room
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September 6, 2025 -Hobbit Day
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September 6, 2025 -Fields of Flight
Smile Fest 2025
Annual Community Event with live entertainment midway games and prizes, kids zones, bounce houses, face-painting, vendors, concessions, and more!
Insect Adventure at Wildlife Safari Park
Open now through October 5, 2025! The biggest little adventure in town is crawling, buzzing, and flying its way to Lee G. Simmons Wildlife Safari Park! Experience Insect Adventure, an all-new giant journey, featuring 35 supersized animatronic insects and spiders from around the world. Enjoy a self-guided exploration with familiar favorites, like the monarch butterfly, honeybees, and the black widow spider, while encountering unique species such as the Madagascar hissing cockroach and the bullet ant.
Home Depot Kids Workshop: September Crop Duster
Join the first Saturday of each month between 9 am – 12 pm for free in-person Kids Workshops. While supplies last.
Toddler Dance Party at Trucks & Taps
They’ll be playing all the kid song hits (drop requests in the comments!) and having a blast with bubble machines, beach balls, crafts, a bounce house, and fun toys to share.
Littles Lab at Do Space
Join at Do Space this September for a drop-in session of tech toys, games, activities and creativity.
Wellness in Heartwood Park: Yoga with Jess Jaksha
Rotating schedule of free instructor-lead wellness classes sure to get you moving. This Week’s Activity: Yoga with Jess Jaksha
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.
World O! Water Festival
World O! Water is a FREE, family festival on Saturday September 6th from 12-4pm at Chalco Hills. The educational event helps all ages learn about water conservation and the important role water plays in our lives. Join in the fun for hands-on science and water activities, games, crafts, and wildlife demonstrations! There will also be face painting, and a free hot dog lunch while supplies last. World O! Water is great for families, youth groups, and scout troops. Find event details at WorldOWater.org.
Kid Coders at Do Space
Join for Kid Coders, a fun and interactive class where young learners explore the basics of computer programming through games, puzzles, and creative challenges. Using kid-friendly platforms like Code.org, students will build confidence with core coding concepts such as sequencing, loops, and logic — all while having a blast in a supportive group setting. No prior experience needed!
Dog Man Escape Room
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 1 p.m., 2 p.m., and 3 p.m.
Hobbit Day
Whether you come from Bag End or beyond the Misty Mountains, adventure awaits! Come anytime between 2 and 4 p.m. to enjoy crafts, activities, and fun for families, adults, and hobbits of all ages inspired by the beloved world of J.R.R. Tolkien. This is a free event for adults and families with children ages 5 and older. All crafts and activities will be available while supplies last.
Fields of Flight
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 VERTIGO, ~7:40 PM – Balloon Glow at Dusk (weather permitting). $40 per car – Admission included (only ONE ticket needed per vehicle!)
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