If you’re looking for ideas and inspiration for family-friendly Spring fun, this list is for you! Below you’ll find details on many things to do in the Omaha Area this Spring with kids!
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Things to Do in Omaha this Spring
10+ FREE Events in May
- Enjoy many family-friendly events coming up in Omaha, including these 10+ FREE Events in May!
Easter Egg Hunts and Activities
10 FREE Omaha Events in April
- Enjoy family-friendly events coming up in Omaha, including these 10 FREE Events in April!
Nebraska Science Festival
- 10+ Exciting Events at the Nebraska Science Festival – April 5-28, 2019!
Earth Day and Arbor Day Events
- Celebrate Earth Day and Arbor Day in Omaha with many family-friendly events!
Kite Festivals
- Kite Festivals are a FUN, family activity, filled with amazing and beautiful kites! Bring your own kites to join in the fun!
Spring Break Fun
- Enjoy Spring Break in Omaha with Hiking Trails, Current Local Exhibits, Day and Weekend Trips, Events, Discounts, and more!
Favorite Playgrounds in the Omaha Area
- Enjoy exploring some of readers favorite playgrounds in the Omaha Area, many that are mud and sand-free!
Outdoor Fun in Omaha
- Discover Outdoor Fun in the Omaha Area that provide a great option for active play outdoors including Hiking Trails, Footgolf, Mini Golf, Nature Centers and Zoos, Outdoor Play Centers, Parks, Playgrounds, Water Fun, and more!
Members of Omaha, Council Bluffs, and Bellevue Public Libraries can check out Passes to Fontenelle Forest
- Members of Omaha Public Library, Bellevue and Council Bluffs public libraries can check out passes to Fontenelle Forest.
Members of Omaha Public and Council Bluffs Libraries can check out passes to Lauritzen Gardens
Nebraska Passport Program
- One of our favorite activities of the Summer is participating in the The Nebraska Passport Program! Imagine a scavenger hunt around the state to popular tourist attractions, unique restaurants, historical places, locally owned businesses, and hidden gems. FREE to participate!
Go Ape Treetop Adventure at Mahoney State Park
- Discover the FUN Go Apes course at Mahoney State Park!
10+ Farmers Markets
- Choose from a variety of Farmers Markets in the Omaha area, many with special events and kids activities!
Consignment Sales
- Looking to buy or sell gently used children’s clothing and equipment? Choose from a variety of Seasonal Consignment Sales and Local Kids Resale Shops in the Omaha Area!
Mother’s Day Events – COMING SOON!
- Celebrate Mother’s Day with many special events in Omaha! – COMING SOON!
Day and Weekend Trips from Omaha
- Looking for a great Day Trip or Weekend Getaway from Omaha? Check out these fun ideas for road trips from local and midwest writers!
Visit Current Exhibits
The Durham Museum
- See the model train, walk through the trains, and experience the current exhibits. Included with regular admission.
Joslyn Art Museum and ArtWorks Interactive Exhibit – FREE
- Visit Joslyn Art Museum for FREE and experience the FREEÂ interactive hands-on Art Works space!
Dinosaur UpROAR at Lauritzen Gardens – Jan. 17 – May 12
- This life-sized adventure through the fauna and fearsome flora of Lauritzen Gardens is a fun and realistic glimpse into the prehistoric world for the whole family to enjoy.
Omaha Children’s Museum
- Enjoy two special exhibits – Super Sports (open through Apr. 14th) and Attic Adventures (open through Sept. 1st) – plus special events! Included with regular admission.
Omaha Zoo and Aquarium
- Enjoy this Spring with this Omaha Favorite! Regular admission applies.
Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum
- The Robot Zoo (Jan. 19 – May 10), Children’s Learning Center, and special events. Included with regular admission.
Union Pacific Railroad Museum – FREE
- Enjoy many interactive exhibits. Open Thursday-Saturday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
The Wildlife Safari
- A favorite of ours to experience the outdoors.
Indoor Fun
FREE Fun
Discounts and Deals
More Things to Do with Kids
Helpful Resources:
- The 2019 Summer Camp Guide is here! Choose from a variety of camps divided into The Arts, Academic Camps, Outdoor Fun, Specialty Camps, and Sports Camps!