I love fall in Omaha! Enjoy many FREE family events this fall in Omaha!
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Free Fall Fun
World O! Water
Chalco Hills Recreation Area, 8901 S 154th St, Omaha, NE 68138
Don’t miss the World O! Water festival on Saturday, September 7th! This fun, family-friendly event takes place from 12-4pm at Chalco Hills Recreation Area in Omaha. Enjoy hands-on activities, crafts, and science experiments, see wildlife demonstrations, and learn about water conservation from experts in the field. A free lunch will be provided while supplies last! Learn more at WorldOWater.org.
Aug 16th – Nebraska Star Party at Eugene T. Mahoney State Park – 9:00-11:30pm – FREE
- The event is free to the public, but you will need a valid Nebraska park entry permit for your vehicle. Stargazing will begin at dusk. Remember to bring your camp chairs or blankets! Telescopes will be provided. Rain Date August 17th
- Location: Mahoney State Park – 28500 W Pwy Hwy, Ashland, NE 68003
Aug 16th – Make Campfire Cookies – 11:00am – FREE
- Join us for a s’more-tastic time! We’ll be toasting up some sweet creativity with our decorate-your-own campfire cookies. It’s gonna be a ‘flamazing’ event that’ll have your taste buds roaring with delight! Don’t miss out on this ‘cookie-licious’ adventure! This is a FREE all ages event!! First come, first serve, while supplies last!
- Location: The Learning Express – 120 Regency Pkwy, Omaha, NE 68114
Aug 17th – Big Play Saturday: Stomp Chomp Roar! – 11:00am-12:00pm – FREE
- Travel back in time millions of years to explore the amazing world of dinosaurs! Ranger Anthony from Stomp Chomp Roar will be here to teach kids all about paleontology and the lives of dinosaurs through an interactive learning adventure. Stomp on by!
- Location: Fat Brain Toys – 16909 Burke St, Omaha, NE 68118
Aug 17th – Social Scoops Ice Cream Social – 1:00-3:00pm – FREE
- La Vista is hosting a free ice cream social and you’re invited. Enjoy a sweet treat while you stroll around the Nines Plaza and visit with friends, neighbors and elected officials.
- Location: The Nines Plaza at The Link – 12520 Westport Pkwy, La Vista, NE 68128
Aug 17th – Seed Saving Secrets – 5:00-7:00pm – FREE
- Empower your garden with Seed Saving Secrets! Dive into a world of sustainability and self-sufficiency as you preserve heirloom varieties, reduce waste, and foster a garden that flourishes year after year. Courtesy of The Big Garden.
- Location: Gretna Public Library – 736 South St, Gretna, NE
Aug 19th – Bluey’s Bubble Dance Party – 5:00pm – FREE
- Get ready to wiggle and giggle with Bluey!! Dance, twirl, and pop bubbles with your favorite blue pup!! Let’s make memories that will have us saying ‘yippie, yi, yay!’ all day long. Don’t miss out on this pawsome party, mate! This is a free all ages event!! (Please keep in mind, these free events generally fill up quickly, come early to ensure a good spot in line!)
- Location: The Learning Express – 120 Regency Pkwy, Omaha, NE 68114
Aug 25th – Big Dig Omaha – The Big Dig Construction vs Cancer – 1:00-4:00pm – FREE
- Both big and little kids can see their Tonka Truck dreams come true with various activities such as scissor lift rides, hayrack rides, operate a backhoe, explore large construction equipment and more.
- Location: HWY 370 & 150th St (See Map on site for image of the area)
Aug 26th – DIY Popping Puppy Slime – 11:00am – FREE
- Let’s celebrate National Dog Day with Popping Puppy Slime!! Indulge in a delightful mix of adorable puppy charms, satisfying crunchy textures, and colorful paw print confetti, all combined for a PAW-some slime sure to make your tail wag!! Leave the mess to us!! This is a FREE, all ages event! First come, first serve, while supplies last!
- Location: The Learning Express – 120 Regency Pkwy, Omaha, NE 68114
Aug 26th-28th – Back to School Biscuit Baking – 2:00-4:45pm – FREE
- Ease the stress of going back to school with a delicious baked good!
- Location: Council Bluffs Library – 400 Willow Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51503
Plus, FREE Halloween Events coming this October!
It is always a good idea to verify the information with the business before visiting.
More Fall Fun:
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Have a wonderful fun-filled Fall!
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Past Events
Make Beach Bear Pudding Cups – Aug 21st – 11:00am – FREE
- Location: The Learning Express of Omaha – 120 Regency Pkwy, Omaha, NE 68114
Special Events at Fat Brain Toys – Aug 22nd – 10:30am – FREE
- Toddler Tuesday: Kirsten Hanson Book Reading
- Location: Fat Brain Toys, 16909 Burke St., Ste. 131, Omaha, NE.
Turner Park Night Market – Aug 25th – 6:00-10:00p.m. – FREE
- Location: Turner Park at Midtown Crossing
Nebraska Star Party at Eugene T. Mahoney State Park – Aug 25th – FREE (Park Entry Req)
- The event is free to the public, but you will need a valid Nebraska park entry permit for your vehicle. Stargazing will begin at dusk. Remember to bring your camp chairs or blankets! Telescopes will be provided.
- Location: Mahoney State Park 28500 W Pwy Hwy, Ashland, Nebraska 6800
Back to School at Westroads Mall – Aug 25-27th 9:00am – 5:00pm – FREE
- Back to School Vendor Show on August 25-27, 2023. The event will be held inside the mall common areas and the hours will align with the mall operating hours. Come shop with small and local businesses, artists, crafters, and more.
- Location: West Roads Mall – 10000 California Street, Suite 1221,Omaha,NE
Big Dig Omaha – The Big Dig Construction vs Cancer –Aug 27th – 1:00-4:00pm – FREE
- Both big and little kids can see their Tonka Truck dreams come true with various activities such as scissor lift rides, hayrack rides, operate a backhoe, explore large construction equipment and more.
- Location: HWY 370 & 150th St (See Map on site for image of the area)
Make Lemonade Floam Slime – Aug 28th – 11:00am – FREE
- Location: The Learning Express of Omaha – 120 Regency Pkwy, Omaha, NE 68114
Special Events at Fat Brain Toys – Aug 29th – 10:30am – FREE
- Toddler Tuesday: Amazing Athletes
- Location: Fat Brain Toys, 16909 Burke St., Ste. 131, Omaha, NE.
Reptile Month Art Contest – Sept 4 – Oct 18 – FREE
- October is Nebraska Reptile Month! To celebrate Nebraska Game and Parks is hosting their annual K-12 art contest. Visit the link for more details.
Flix at the Chef: The Super Mario Bros Movie – Saturday, Sept. 9 (Dusk) – FREE
- The movie starts at dusk. Bring blankets or chairs to sit on. Food, drinks, and ice cream are for sale at Dairy Chef.
- Location: Dairy Chef, 3223 N. 204th St., Elkhorn, NE
Nebraska Passport Program – Runs through September 30, 2022 – FREE
- Go on a scavenger hunt across Nebraska (including several stops in the Omaha Area) and discover hidden gems. Free to participate.
Fall Fest– Oct 14th, 10:00am – 1:00pm – FREE
- Come celebrate fall with guided nature hikes, fall crafts, s’mores and more! FREE!
- Location: Hummel Park – 3033 Hummel Park Rd.
