I love Fall in Omaha!  Perfect weather, changing colors, Football, Halloween events, Pumpkin Patches, Hayrack Rides, and campfires all make wonderful family memories.

Enjoy these FREE family events this Fall in Omaha! It is always a good idea to verify the information with the business before visiting.

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FREE Fall Special Events

Touch-A-Truck with the Child Saving Institute – September 9, 2017 (11 a.m. – 3 p.m.); FREE

• Kids can explore emergency and military vehicles, semi-trucks, bobcats, race cars and other commercial vehicles and talk to the people who operate them. Other activities will include face-painting, prizes, bouncy tents, food, clowns and more. Location: First Data/UNO parking lots, just south of 69th & Pacific.

 

World O! Water – September 9, 2017 (12 – 4 p.m.), FREE

• Canoe rides, rock wall climbing, live music, face painting, nature hikes, live animals. In addition, there will be arts and crafts, educational materials and discussions regarding water conservation, quality and recreation. Lunch will be provided on a first come, first serve basis. Location: Papio-Missouri NRD / Chalco Hills, 8901 S. 154th Street, Omaha.

 

Flix at the Chef – September 9, 2017 (Movie starts at dusk)

• Free outdoor movie, The LEGO Batman Movie, behind the Dairy Chef in Elkhorn (611 Gateway Rd., Elkhorn, NE). Free popcorn is provided while food, drinks, and ice cream are for sale at Dairy Chef.

 

Biscuit Visits South Omaha Storytime September 12, 2017 (10:30 – 11 a.m.), FREE

• Biscuit wants to meet the kids at South Omaha Library, so he is visiting for a special storytime. Location: South Omaha Library, 2808 Q St. Omaha.

 

Symphonic Storytime at La Vista Library – September 13, 2017 (4 p.m.)

• Special after school program featuring the Lincoln Symphony Orchestra. Families will listen to “The Man with the Violin” by Kathy Stinson, learn about instruments, see a mini instrument demonstration, and have the opportunity to play with instruments.

 

Fall Fest at La Vista Library – September 15, 2017 (10 a.m.)

• Families are invited to the library for a morning of fall-inspired crafts, games and more. Treats will be provided.

 

Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month with many activities at the Omaha Public Library – September 15 – October 14, 2017

• Get crafty with woven rugs and worry dolls, movie night featuring Selena, family Lotería, move to the music, bilingual storytime plus art, and more.

 

Hands On Habitat at Fontenelle Forest

• Fun, educational, hands-on classes for pre-school age children and parents sponsored by ParentSavvy and Fontenelle Forest. Free with registration.
  • September 15, 2017 (9:30 – 11 a.m.); FREE with registration
  • October 20 – Falling Leaves
  • November 17 – Busy Squirrels

 

Centris Movie Night and Carnival at Werner Park – September 22, 2017 (6 – 9 p.m.)

• While the event is free, guests are encouraged to RSVP here:
  www.centrismovienight2017.eventbrite.com. A carnival will be held at 6 p.m. prior to the start of the showing of Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory at 7:30 p.m. Bring blankets and join in on the field at Werner Park to watch this classic movie.

 

National Alpaca Farm Day Open House – September 23-24, 2017 (9 a.m. – 5 p.m.); FREE

• Free Open House where visitors can roam the pastures with the alpacas. Carrots are provided for visitors to feed the alpacas.

 

First Responders Action Day – September 30, 2017 (9 a.m. – 3 p.m.); FREE

• Action Day is a joint venture between the First Responders Foundation and the Omaha Police Department and is a day filled with action and learning for kids! See exciting demos throughout the day, including blowing up pumpkins, rescuing submerged vehicles, robots in action, and more. Location: Omaha Public Safety Training Center, 11616 Rainwood Road, Omaha.

 

Fly into Fall Kite Festival at Youngman Lake (192nd & Dodge) – September 30, 2017 (12 – 3 p.m.); FREE

• Enjoy giant kite flying demonstrations, a rock wall, bounce houses, food trucks, DJ, and more.

 

Annual Intertribal Powwow – September 30, 2017 (1 – 7:30 p.m.); FREE

• Dancers in colorful regalia perform throughout the day, including the Gourd Dance that honors military veterans. This year’s Fort Omaha Intertribal Powwow will highlight the history of the powwow with it being the 25th anniversary. Location: Metropolitan Community College Fort Omaha Campus, 5300 N. 30th St.

 

Family Nights at the Union Pacific Railroad Museum

• Enjoy special events on the First Friday of Every Month. FREE.
  • October 6 (5 – 7 p.m.): ¡Todos a Bordo!: Hispanic Heritage Night at the Museum

 

Harvest Fest at Village Pointe Farmers Market – October 7, 2017 (8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.); FREE

• Free hayrack rides, bounce house for the kids, pumpkin painting, live music, pumpkin pie eating contest, craft vendors, specialty products from your favorite local farmers and more.

 

Owl Prowl at Hummel Park Nature Center – October 7, 2017 (7 – 9 p.m.), FREE

• Explore the trails at night, cook fire roasted marshmallows, and learn all about owls from a guest speaker from Raptor Recovery. Remember to bring a flashlight. RSVP online at parks.cityofomaha.org under “Activity Registration” button.

 

La Vista One Sky, One World Kite Festival – October 8, 2017 (12 – 4 p.m.); FREE

• A popular event with many kites! Bring your own kite. Location: La Vista Soccer Complex (just South of 66th & Harrison Streets, La Vista).

 

Nobbies Haunt Fair and Spooktacular Carnival – October 8 (1 – 4 p.m.); FREE

• Watch a magician perform, enjoy Halloween crafts, play carnival games, win prizes, take your picture with your favorite costumed character, and more.

 

Harvest Fun Days at Hummel Nature Center – October 14, 21, and 28 (10 a.m. – 2 p.m.); FREE

• Take a ride to their pumpkin patch, make fall craft, explore the trails, play games, and more. Pumpkins are $2 each.

 

More events including special Halloween Events will be added throughout the season! It is always a good idea to verify the information with the business before visiting.

 

Ongoing FREE Kids Programs

Classes and Events at Do Space

• Many classes and events offered, plus kids can play and check out materials in the Kids Room and Teen Room. Free Membership required.

Home Depot Free Kids Workshops  – October 7, 2017 (9 a.m. – 12 p.m.)

• Build a fire house bank.

Free Crafts for Kids

• Lakeshore Learning Store every Saturday 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.

See more Free Kids Programs here!