Enjoy many free or inexpensive programs for kids in the Omaha area!
As events may change, it is always a good idea to verify the information with the business before visiting.
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Free Kids Programs in Omaha
Barnes and Noble Preschool Storytimes
Enjoy preschool storytime at Barnes and Noble stores nationwide. Times and dates may vary. Please verify with your local store before visiting, Oakview store and Crossroads Store.
Do Space
Visit the new Do Space Technology Center and play in the Kids Room or take a Free Class including Littles Lab for ages 3-5 and Juniors Makers for ages 9-11. View and sign up for upcoming events here. Membership cards are Free and are now required for entry into Do Space classes and programs, so please bring your Do Space card with you to class.
Home Depot Free Kid’s Workshops
1st Saturday of each month, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Designed for children ages 5-12. Workshops teach children do-it-yourself skills and tool safety. All participants will get to keep their craft, and receive a Kids Workshop Apron, commemorative pin and certificate of achievement.
Joslyn Art Museum
Enjoy FREE general admission every day to this beautiful building with amazing permanent and travelling exhibits. They have programs especially for kids, and special events throughout the year. Additional charge for some special exhibitions. When you’re at the museum, visit the ART WORKS interactive space! (Closed Mondays and major holidays.)
Kids Bowl Free
During Summer months, Registration required
Register your children and they will receive two free games every day all summer! Shoe rental extra (some centers sell a season shoe rental pass.) Parents can purchase a family pass, if they wish, so they can bowl with their kids. What a great way to be active and have fun with your kids all summer and build memories together!
Kids Funfare
Thursdays in June and July
Enjoy special FREE activities Thursdays in June and July in Regency Center Court.
Free Saturday Crafts at Lakeshore Learning Stores
Saturdays, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Every Saturday from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Ages 3 and up.
Libraries
There are many public libraries in Omaha and the surrounding communities, which host wonderful storytimes, fun programs for children and teens, classes for adults, and special events throughout the year!
- Omaha Public Libraries – Check out their event calendar under Events > View > All Events, for all of the latest details.
- Bellevue Public Library
- Gretna Public Library
- La Vista Public Library
- Sump Memorial Library in Papillion
- Baright Public Library in Ralston
Little Sprouts with City Sprouts
Little Sprouts is a weekly summer garden program for young gardeners to learn and explore at City Sprouts. Open to the public, weekly participation is encouraged but one-time visitors are welcome as well. Free and family friendly, ages 5-10.
Kids Club & MAKEBreak Events at Michaels
Drop in and take home a completed project. MAKEBreak crafts are offered seasonally and may require a purchase. On Saturdays from 10 a.m. – noon, they also offer weekly Kids Club classes for $2 – $5 per child for 30 minutes of creative craft fun (Ages 3 and up).
Omaha Community Centers
Open gym time with your little ones for as little as $1/adult, and special events throughout the year. Classes for all ages also offered.
Pottery Barn Kids Storytimes
Tuesdays from 11 – 11:30 a.m.
Special events are also held throughout year. Time and date may vary by store. Please call your local store to confirm.
Shadow Lake Towne Center Tots on the Towne
Tots on the Towne is hosted at a different location inside Shadow Lake Towne Center. Event activities vary from month-to-month. Some require RSVP.
As events may change, it is always a good idea to verify the information with the business before visiting.
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