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.
Comic Con Nebraska
Comic Con Nebraska is stampeding back into the Omaha Convention Center August 8-9, 2026!!
Marcus Summer Movies: The Muppet Movie
Make this summer movie season magical by heading to Marcus Theaters between June 7 and Aug. 13, 2026, for a series of family favorites! They'll play a different movie each week for only $3 (+tax), so grab the family and we'll see you at the theatre.
Nebraska Balloon & Wine Festival 2026
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.
Annual Chalk Art Festival
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.
Sunday, August 9, 2026
No events on this day.
Monday, August 10, 2026
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August 10, 2026 -Wildlife Rehab 101 with NE WildLife Rehab
Wildlife Rehab 101 with NE WildLife Rehab
Join for an interactive look into the world of wildlife rehabilitation with our friends from Nebraska Wildlife Rehab. Learn what the team at NWR does, what it takes to become a wildlife rehabilitator, and how animals end up needing care in the first place. Explore each step of the rehabilitation journey—from intake and treatment to release back into the wild. This engaging program is perfect for anyone curious about animal care and the important work of helping injured wildlife. This program is for patrons 6+. Registration is required.
Tuesday, August 11, 2026
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August 11, 2026 -“The Joy of Painting” Paint-Along
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August 11, 2026 -Incredible Insects with Papio NRD
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August 11, 2026 -$5 After 5 at The Durham
“The Joy of Painting” Paint-Along
Calling all aspiring artists and Bob Ross fans! Join Omaha Public Library and a Certified Ross Instructor to enjoy the joy of painting by learning to create a desert scene in Ross’s classic style. Come along to experience some ‘happy accidents’ and create your own artwork. All supplies provided. This is a free event for adults 19+. Registration is required
Incredible Insects with Papio NRD
Join our community partners from Papio NRD for an interactive program all about insects! Kids will explore real specimens, learn fun facts, and discover why insects are essential to healthy ecosystems. This is a free event for kids. Registration is required.
$5 After 5 at The Durham
The clock strikes five and the savings begin! Every Tuesday evening this summer, enjoy a twilight look at our featured exhibition, Heroes & Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume, for just $5 after 5PM. Whether it's a family quest or a fairy tale date night, it's a great time to explore the artistry behind some of your favorite Disney characters.
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
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August 12, 2026 -FREE Members Only Concert: Heartland Boogie Band
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August 12, 2026 -Fontenelle Family Fishing Frenzy
FREE Members Only Concert: Heartland Boogie Band
A new chapter in outdoor entertainment is about to begin as Lauritzen Gardens unveils its new Oasis and Amphitheater—an open-air venue designed to blend music, nature, and community into one unforgettable experience. Set against a backdrop of vibrant gardens, winding paths, and seasonal blooms, the amphitheater offers a natural setting that elevates live performances beyond the traditional concert environment. Guests won’t just attend a show—they’ll be immersed in it, surrounded by the sights and scents of carefully curated landscapes that change with the seasons.
Fontenelle Family Fishing Frenzy
Join Omaha Parks and Recreation and Nebraska Game and Parks for a FREE and FUN family fishing experience! All equipment is provided, and volunteers will be available to help as needed.
Thursday, August 13, 2026
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August 13, 2026 -Kids On The Block Puppet Show
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August 13, 2026 -Jazz on the Green: Braxton Cook
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August 13, 2026 -Out & About Reading Party
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August 13, 2026 -Late Nights at the Zoo (21+)
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August 13, 2026Classics With a Cause Series: The Karate Kid
Kids On The Block Puppet Show
Join at the library for WhyArts Kids on the Block, an engaging educational puppet program designed for children in grades K–4. Through lively performances and interactive storytelling, this special event introduces children to what it’s like to live with a disability. Each puppet is operated by a puppeteer who shares the same disability, making the overall message authentic and relevant.
Jazz on the Green: Braxton Cook
Warm nights. Cool grooves. Get ready to wrap yourself in another season of Jazz on the Green at Midtown Crossing presented by Omaha Performing Arts.
Thursdays, July 9 - August 13
Park Opens for Seating at 5PM
Pre-Show Starts at 6:30PM
Music Starts at 7:30PM
Out & About Reading Party
Join Omaha Public Library the second Thursday of the month to read with fellow book lovers from all over Omaha for a silent reading party! This month we are at The Joslyn in the Discovery Garden. This month we are at The Joslyn! This is an outdoor venue, so please bring a chair or blanket. Museum admission is free. Museum admission is free. Please review the museum guidelines before attending this event.
Late Nights at the Zoo (21+)
Stay Wild after hours. On select Thursday nights this summer, guests ages 21+ can explore the Zoo in a new way, bringing guests closer to animals, nature, and each other, at a slower pace.
Classics With a Cause Series: The Karate Kid
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, August 14, 2026
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August 14, 2026 -La Vista End of Summer Celebration
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August 14, 2026 -Perseids Night Sky Event
La Vista End of Summer Celebration
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.
Perseids Night Sky Event
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.
Saturday, August 15, 2026
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August 15, 2026 -Heartwood Kids Club
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August 15, 2026 -Back to School Bash
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August 15, 2026 -Kid Coders 10-12: Gamebots
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August 15, 2026 -Fremont Hispanic Festival 2026
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August 15, 2026 -Booked It! Pizza Party
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August 15, 2026 -Puzzle Competition – Adults
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August 15, 2026 -Third Saturday – Music in Dundee: Mike McDermott Trio
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August 15, 2026 -Bad Pitches – Music Improv – Mature Audiences
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August 15, 2026 -Stinson Park Concert Series: The Bishops
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August 15, 2026 -Music at the Crossing: Happy Endings
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August 15, 2026Movies Under The Stars: Moana
Heartwood Kids Club
Saturday mornings belong to the kids. Heartwood Kids Club is a free weekly program filled with hands-on fun designed especially for children ages 4–8. Activities can include crafts, demonstrations, creative projects or interactive experiences each week brings a new surprise. Kids must be accompanied by an adult, so the whole family can enjoy a playful start to the weekend together. Happening every Saturday morning June 13th through September.
Back to School Bash
Games, snacks, bounce house, crafts, and more! Event partnered with MTPG Neighborhood Association, and Montclair Elementary PTO
Kid Coders 10-12: Gamebots
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
Fremont Hispanic Festival 2026
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.
Booked It! Pizza Party
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
Puzzle Competition – Adults
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.
Third Saturday – Music in Dundee: Mike McDermott Trio
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.
Bad Pitches – Music Improv – Mature Audiences
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.
Stinson Park Concert Series: The Bishops
Grab your friends, bring the family, and come enjoy a fun-filled evening for the whole family. Pack your chairs, blankets, and coolers and settle in for a great night of music. Come hungry, come ready to dance, and most importantly — come have fun at Stinson Park!
Music at the Crossing: Happy Endings
🎶 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
Movies Under The Stars: Moana
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!
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