100+ Family-Friendly Holiday Events in Omaha!

Enjoy many Family-Friendly Events this Holiday season in Omaha including Family Fun Days, Holiday Celebrations, Santa Visits, Christmas Lights, and more!

Check back as more events will be added throughout the season. It is always a good idea to verify the information with the business before visiting.

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Ongoing Events

Santa’s Wonderland at Bass Pro Shop – Nov. 12 – Dec. 25, FREE

Games, activities, crafts, and more. Santa’s Wonderland Grand Opening: 11/12 (5 – 8 p.m.)

A Christmas Carol at the Omaha Community Playhouse – Nov. 18 – Dec. 23

Experience one of Omaha’s favorite holiday traditions.

Gingerbread House Display at the Mormon Trail Center – Nov. 19 – Dec. 31 (10 a.m. – 8 p.m.), FREE

The center closes at 3 p.m. on Thanksgiving Eve, Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve. The center will be closed on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. Location: 3215 State Street, Omaha.

Gingerbread House Display at Kanesville Tabernacle – Nov. 19 – Dec. 31, (10 a.m. – 8 p.m.), FREE

The 2016 theme is “Christmas Memories.” Check on times / closings for Holidays. Location: 222 East Broadway, Council Bluffs, Iowa.

Holiday Lights Festival – Nov. 24 – Jan. 2, FREE

Celebrate the spirit of the holidays with a full season of festive, family-friendly activities, plus enjoy more than 40 blocks of beautiful lights in Downtown Omaha.

Shine the Light on Hunger invites visitors to donate non-perishable food at the ice skating rink and other locations throughout the festival.
Thanksgiving Lighting Ceremony (Thursday, November 24, 6-7 p.m.)
Making Spirits Bright Holiday Concert (Thursday, November 24, 7 p.m. at Holland Performing Arts Center)
Sounds of the Season (Saturdays, November 26 – December 17, 7-8 p.m.)
Wells Fargo Family Festival (Sunday, December 4, noon-5 p.m.)
ConAgra Brands Ice Skating Rink (Friday, December 9 through Monday, January 2, 2016) – $5 admission includes skate rental and benefits Food Bank for the Heartland.
New Year’s Eve Fireworks Spectacular (Saturday, December 31, 7 p.m.)

Santa’s Magic at Omaha Children’s Museum – Nov. 25 – Dec. 23

The special exhibit Santa’s Magic is an enchanting winter wonderland populated by friendly characters like the Snow Queen, Holly the Elf, and, of course, Santa. An interactive program is held daily. Included with regular admission.

Christmas at Union Station – Nov. 25 – Jan. 1

The Durham Museum invites you to join in the festivities during Christmas at Union Station. Included with regular museum admission.

Tree Lighting Ceremony (Friday, November 25, 4 – 8 p.m. – Tree lighting happens at approximately 7 p.m.)
Ethnic Trees Exhibit (November 25, 2016 – January 1, 2016)
Family Nights with Santa (Tuesdays, December 6, 13, & 20, 5 – 8 p.m.)
Ethnic Holiday Festival (Friday, December 2, 5 – 9 p.m.)
Holiday Concert Series (Saturdays 10 a.m.- 3 p.m., Sundays 1 – 3 p.m., & Tuesdays 5 – 8 p.m. in December)
Noon Year’s Eve (Saturday, December 31, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.)

Prancer at The Rose Theater – Nov. 25 – Dec. 18

The world premiere of this stage adaptation features a heartwarming story and breathtaking puppetry that will bring light to the holiday season. Prancer run at The Rose, Nov. 25 through Dec. 18, 2016, with performances on Fridays at 7 p.m., Saturdays at 2 p.m., and Sundays at 2 p.m.

Carriage Rides at Village Pointe – Saturdays, Nov. 26 – Dec. 17, 1 – 5 p.m., FREE

Take a horse and carriage ride down Village Pointe’s Main Street this holiday season. Catch the carriage in front of Marcus Theatres near the fireplace. Weather permitting.

Carriage Rides at Shadow Lake Towne Center – Saturdays, Nov. 26 – Dec. 24, 1-4 p.m, FREE

Step onto a horse-drawn carriage and ride down Main Street for old-fashioned holiday fun.
Passengers board behind the fireplace in center court at Shadow Lake Towne Center. Weather permitting.

La Vista Holiday Wintertainment – Nov. 27 – Dec. 31

Enjoy a variety of fun events throughout the Holiday season!

Santa’s Sleigh Ride (Nov. 27, beginning at 3 p.m.)
Tree Lighting Celebration (Nov. 28; 5:45 p.m.)
Holiday Canvas Art (Nov. 30; 6 p.m.)
Library Holiday Open House (Dec. 3; 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.)
Gingerbread Storytime and Cookie Decorating (Dec. 5; 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.)
Rockin’ with Rudolph (December 6, 10 a.m.)
Christmas Parachute Playtime and Storytime (Dec. 9; 2 p.m.)
‘Twas the Night Before Christmas Storytime and Craft (Dec. 13, 10:30 a.m. and 4 p.m.)
Storytime with Saint Nick (December 15; 10 a.m.)
Christmas Lego Club (December 19, 4 p.m.)
Noon Year’s Eve Party (December 31, 11:30 a.m.)

Holiday Lights Spectacular at Midtown Crossing – Nov. 26 – Jan. 1, Nightly Thursday – Sunday (7 p.m.), FREE

A choreographed blend of light and holiday music projected onto Midtown Crossing’s condominium buildings, the Holiday Lights Spectacular will run approx. 20-minutes every Thursday thru Sunday night. – Saturday, Nov. 26, thru Sunday Jan. 1, 2016 – starting at 7 p.m.

Omaha Public Library Holiday Events – Nov. 30 – Dec. 22

Enjoy many special Holiday Events at Omaha Public Libraries. [RR means that registration is required. Visit omahalibrary.org or call the hosting location for more information.]

Tuesday, Nov. 29, 6:30 p.m.: Holiday Harp with Anita Jaynes at Millard Branch, 13214 Westwood Ln., 402-444-4848.
Dec. 1-24: Elf on a Shelf
- Bess Johnson Elkhorn Branch, 2100 Reading Plz., 402-289-4367. Receive a sticker for finding our elf, Dewey, each time you visit the library. After four stickers, collect a prize.
- Millard Branch. Receive a prize for finding the elf. He will be hiding in a new location each day.
Thursday, Dec. 1
- Noon: Bit of Bronze Holiday Handbell Choir at Millard Branch
- Noon: River City Ringers at W. Dale Clark Main Library, 215 S. 15th St., 402-444-4800
  6:30 p.m.: Show & Tell StorySLAM at Pizza Shoppe Collective, 6056 Maple St., 402-444-4846, RR
Saturday, Dec. 3
- 9 a.m.: Get crafty making holiday cards at A.V. Sorensen Branch, 4808 Cass St., 402-444-5274, RR
- 10:30 a.m.: Santa visits Saddlebrook Branch, 14850 Laurel Ave., 402-884-7473
  11 a.m.: Holiday music with Cecilia Jensen at Willa Cather Branch, 1905 S. 44th St., 402-444-4851
- 1 p.m.: Homemade Liqueurs for Gift Giving at Benson Branch, 6015 Binney St., 402-444-4846, RR
- 1:30 p.m.: Gingerbread Houses for Kids at Willa Cather Branch, RR
Sunday, Dec. 4, noon-5 p.m.: Wells Fargo Family Festival at W. Dale Clark Main Library
Dec. 5-10: Holiday Ornament Make-and-Take at Bess Johnson Elkhorn Branch
Tuesday, Dec. 6, 10:30 a.m.: Santa visits A.V. Sorensen Branch
Wednesday, Dec. 7, 10 a.m.: Teas of the Season at Milton R. Abrahams Branch, 5111 N. 90th St., 402-444-6284, RR
Friday, Dec. 9, 10 a.m.: Spice up the Holidays at Milton R. Abrahams Branch, RR
Saturday, Dec. 10
- 10:30 a.m.: Santa visits Millard Branch
- 11 a.m.: Get crafty making holiday ornaments at Willa Cather Branch, RR
- 11 a.m.: Holiday Harp with Karen Larsen at Bess Johnson Elkhorn Branch
- 1 p.m.: Santa visits Charles B. Washington Branch, 2868 Ames Ave., 402-444-4849
- 1 p.m.: Ugly Holiday Sweater Extravaganza at Saddlebrook Branch
- 2 p.m.: Jane Austen Tea at W. Dale Clark Main Library, RR
- 2 p.m.: Ornament making for teens at A.V. Sorensen Branch, RR
- 3 p.m.: Afternoon with Santa at Florence Branch, 2920 Bondesson St., 402-444-5299, RR
- 3 p.m.: Holiday Music with Kenny Bowtie at Florence Branch
- 3 p.m.: Holiday Princess Tea Party at Milton R. Abrahams Branch
Tuesday, Dec. 13, 4:30 p.m.: Christmas Cookie Decorating for Teens at A.V. Sorensen Branch, RR
Wednesday, Dec. 14
- 3 p.m.: Holiday Jazz Piano with Robert Glaser at South Omaha Library, 2808 Q St., 402-444-4850
- 5:15 p.m.: Kids Holiday Craft-a-thon at W. Dale Clark Main Library
- 6 p.m.: Get crafty making light-up cards at South Omaha Library
Thursday, Dec. 15
- 4:30 p.m.: Christmas Tree Cones Craft at A.V. Sorensen Branch
- 6 p.m.: Crafty Christmas at Benson Branch, RR
Saturday, Dec. 17
- 10 a.m. & noon: Build a Gingerbread House at South Omaha Library, RR
- 1 p.m.: Build a Gingerbread House for Kids at W. Dale Clark Main Library
- 1 p.m.: Get crafty making holiday cards and gift tags at W. Clarke Swanson Branch, 9101 W. Dodge Rd., 402-444-4852, RR
- 2 p.m.: Get crafty making ugly holiday sweaters at Willa Cather Branch, RR
- 3 p.m.: Build a Gingerbread House for Teens at W. Dale Clark Main Library
- 3:30 p.m.: Holiday Jazz with George Walker and Open House at Millard Branch
- 3:30 p.m.: Holiday Strings and Open House at A.V. Sorensen Branch
Tuesday, Dec. 20, 2 p.m.: Make-and-Take Reindeer Food at Bess Johnson Elkhorn Branch
Thursday, Dec. 22, 4:30 p.m.: Kids Holiday Craft at A.V. Sorensen Branch
Friday & Saturday, Dec. 23 & 24, 10:30 a.m.: Holiday Family Sing-Along at W. Clarke Swanson Branch
Tuesday, Dec. 27, 1 p.m.: Build a Gingerbread House at Charles B. Washington Branch, RR
Dec. 27-30, 2 p.m.: Winter Break Fundays at Milton R. Abrahams Branch
Wednesday, Dec. 28, 6 p.m.: Kwanzaa Celebration at Charles B. Washington Branch
Saturday, Dec. 31
- 10 a.m.: Kwanzaa Family Celebration at Charles B. Washington Branch
- 10:30 a.m.: Noon Year’s Eve parties at A.V. Sorensen Branch, Saddlebrook Branch, and South Omaha Library
- 11 a.m.: Noon Year’s Eve Party at W. Dale Clark Main Library
- 11:15 a.m.: Noon Year’s Eve Party at W. Clarke Swanson Branch

Holiday Events at Omaha Community Centers

Saturday, Dec. 3 – 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. Santa Visits Saddlebrook Community Center
Tuesday, Dec. 6 – 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. Santa is Coming to A.V. Sorensen Community Center
Saturday, Dec. 10 – 2 – 3:30 p.m. Afternoon with Santa at Florence Community Center
Thursday, Dec. 15 – 5 – 7 p.m. Christmas Party at Sherman Community Center

Mangelsen’s Kids Craft Time – Dec. 3, 10 and 17, (10 a.m. – 2 p.m.), FREE

Drop in anytime between 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Different theme/craft each week.

Michaels Kids Club Events – Most Saturdays, (10 a.m. – Noon), $2

Kids 3 and up can enjoy a quick project. Sign up in store or just drop in. $2 per child, supplies included.

Storytime with Santa at Village Pointe – Tuesdays, Dec. 6-20, 10:30 a.m., FREE

Santa will read a holiday story to kids on Tuesdays.
Dec. 6th: Premier Bank
Dec. 13th: Janie and Jack
Dec. 20th: DSW

Lakeshore Learning Store – Saturdays, (11 a.m. – 3 p.m.), FREE

Free crafts for kids every Saturday. Ages 3 and up.

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November 7 – 13

Find many Ongoing Holiday Events here!

Santa’s Arrival at Oak View Mall (Food Court Entrance) – Nov. 12 (10 a.m.), FREE

Children are invited to enjoy a story read by Santa. Free milk and cookies will be provided by Hiland Dairy and Oak View Mall. After the story join Santa and the Kitty Lee Dance Studio for a parade thru the mall.

Santa’s Arrival at Bass Pro Shop – Nov. 12 (5 – 8 p.m.), FREE

Preview Event and Santa’s Arrival and grand opening of Santa’s Wonderland.

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November 14 – November 20

Find many Ongoing Holiday Events here!

Bayliss Park Lighting Ceremony – Nov. 17 (6 – 8 p.m.)

Join in at 6 p.m. and help count down to the park lighting. Then head over to Bayliss Park Hall to tell Santa what you want for Christmas, get your face painted, some balloons, hot chocolate and cookies. Santa will be around until 8 p.m.

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November 21 – 27

Find many Ongoing Holiday Events here!

Christmas Tree Lighting Parade & Santa’s Arrival at Shadow Lake Towne Center – Nov. 23 (6 p.m.), FREE

Santa arrives by a Horse Drawn Cinderella Carriage to light the Shadow Lake Towne Center Christmas Tree. Favorite storybook and holiday characters will also be there.

Holiday Lights Festival Thanksgiving Lighting Ceremony – Nov. 24 (6 p.m.), FREE

At 6 p.m., join in the countdown to the 2016 lighting display at the Gene Leahy Mall. Follow the Lighting Ceremony with the free, family-friendly concert held at Holland Performing Arts Center, 13th and Douglas Streets.

Tree Lighting Ceremony at The Durham Museum – Nov. 25 (4 – 8 p.m.)

Tree lighting happens at approximately 7 p.m.

Zamboni Holiday Skate & Holiday Photos – Nov. 25 & 26, $3

Bring your camera and take your family picture with the Zamboni. $3 includes skating, skate rental and orange drink or lemonade.
- November 25: (5 – 7 p.m.)
- November 26: (12:15 – 2:15 p.m., 2:30 – 4:30 p.m.)

Santa Arrives at Regency Court – Nov. 25 (1 – 3 p.m.)

Santa will be at Regency Court Omaha: (10 a.m. – 8 p.m.)
Live Reindeer and the Frozen Characters: (1 – 3 p.m.)

Holiday Lighting Ceremony at Village Pointe – Nov. 25 (6 p.m.), FREE

Family concert at 6 p.m. Santa Parade and Tree Lighting at 7 p.m.

Lights of Aksarben – Fridays, Nov. 25 (6 – 8 p.m.), FREE

Tree Lighting Ceremony – There will be a heated tent, free horse and carriage rides, caroling, and Santa and Mrs. Claus.

Family Fun Day at Midtown Crossing – 11/26 (3 – 6 p.m.), FREE

Come for the 3rd Annual Midtown Crossing Family Fun Day, featuring a visit from Santa, Mrs. Claus and holiday characters! Family-friendly activities, including storytime, cookie decorating, face painting and more, will be offered throughout the afternoon. The Holiday Lights Spectacular kicks off for the season at 7 p.m. the same evening.

Winter Wonderland in Downtown Papillion – Nov. 26 (5 – 9 p.m.), FREE

Variety of free activities including carriage rides, bonfire, visits with Santa, popcorn, hot chocolate, photos with live reindeer and more.

Milk & Cookies with Santa at the Omaha Children’s Museum – Nov. 26 (6 – 8 p.m.), $15/person for members and $25/person for non-members (FREE for children under 24 months)

Milk and Cookies with Santa is a magical night that includes Santa Show, holiday crafts, milk & hot chocolate, and cookies with Santa and his special friends. Children will get the chance to talk with Santa one-on-one.

Ballet Nebraska’s Nutcracker Tea Party at Joslyn Castle – Nov. 27 (2 – 4 p.m.) $30/person. (Reservations are required.)

Enjoy Ballet Nebraska’s professional dancers in costume who will perform short excerpts from the classical ballet, The Nutcracker.

Holiday Magic in Downtown Ralston – Sunday, Nov. 27, 3 – 6 p.m., FREE

Bring your Family to Independence Square, 77th Street & Main Street, for a Wonderful Outdoor Holiday Magic Event!

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November 28 – December 4

Find many Ongoing Holiday Events here!

Holiday Lights Festival – Nov. 24 – Jan. 2, FREE

Celebrate the spirit of the holidays with a full season of festive, family-friendly activities, plus enjoy more than 40 blocks of beautiful lights in Downtown Omaha.
- Sounds of the Season (Saturdays, Nov. 26 – Dec. 17, 7-8 p.m.)
- Wells Fargo Family Festival (Sunday, Dec. 4, noon-5 p.m.)

Christmas at Union Station – Nov. 25 – Jan. 1

The Durham Museum invites you to join in the festivities during Christmas at Union Station. Included with regular museum admission.
- Family Nights with Santa (Tuesdays, Dec. 6, 13, 20, 5 – 8 p.m.)
- Ethnic Holiday Festival (Friday, Dec. 2, 5 – 9 p.m.)

La Vista Holiday Wintertainment – Nov. 28 – Dec. 31

Enjoy a variety of fun events throughout the Holiday season!
- Tree Lighting Celebration (Nov. 28; 5:45 p.m.)

Mrs. Claus Storytime at Regency Court – Dec. 1 & 8 (10:30 a.m.)

Join Mrs. Claus for storytime in front of Pottery Barn Kids.

Light On Dundee – Dec. 1, 5 – 7 p.m.

Photos with Santa, cookie decorating, hayrides, cider, carolers, vegan treats, Christmas beer and munchies, and more!

Lights of Aksarben – Cocoa with A Cop – Fridays, Dec. 2, 9, 16 (6 – 8 p.m.), FREE

Heated tent, free horse and carriage rides, live music, and more.

Lowe’s Free Build and Grow Clinic: Christmas Ornaments – Dec. 3 (10 a.m.), FREE

Registration opens Nov. 21st.

Santa Sleigh Ride at Hummel Park Nature Center – Dec. 3, (10 a.m. – 2 p.m.), FREE (RSVP Required)

Ride with Santa on a special sleigh around the park! Enjoy hot cocoa, write a letter to Santa, explore the trails, and other family fun activities. Bring a new pair of mittens or a non-perishable food item to donate.

Santa Goes to Space at Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum – Dec. 3, (10 a.m. – 12 p.m.)

The Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum will celebrate the holiday season and space day by bringing Santa Claus, and the Imperial Stormtroopers of the 501st Legion together for a fun-filled family day. Young guests will have the opportunity to visit with Santa and sit inside the Museum’s mini-F4 fighter jet. The Museum will also feature space-related booths, planetarium showings, and holiday music in Hangar B. Included with paid admission.

SantaPalooza at Scheels – Dec. 3, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., FREE

Enjoy Santa’s rooftop arrival (get there early), then follow Santa into the store and enjoy all the Christmas activities inside.

Christmas in the Village at 24th and Lake – Dec. 3, 12 – 5 p.m.

Free carriage rides, holiday music, and much more!

Frozen Character Meet-and-Greet & Live Reindeer at Regency Court – Dec. 3 (1 – 3 p.m.)

Meet and take pictures with the Frozen Characters.

Omaha Holiday Market in Aksarben Village – Dec. 3 – 4 (10 a.m. – 5 p.m.)

Visit local vendors and artisans and enjoy a special appearance by Santa on Sunday from 2-4 p.m.

Holiday Happenings at the Omaha Zoo – Dec. 3, 10, 17 (10:30 a.m.)

Catch a glimpse of special holiday characters as they dive into the shark tunnel inside the Suzanne and Walter Scott Aquarium on Saturdays, December 3, 10 and 17, 2016, at 10:30 a.m. Included with Zoo Admission.

Santa in Rockbrook Village – Dec. 3, (11 a.m. – 3 p.m.)

Bring your family for a special time with Santa. Children can talk with Santa while riding around Rockbrook Village in a horse-drawn carriage.

Hot Shops Art Center’s Holiday Open House – Dec. 3 (Noon – 8 p.m.), Dec. 4 (Noon – 5 p.m.), FREE

The event features fun and informative art demonstrations, gift ideas and snacks, with residents of the Hot Shops opening their studios to the public. Local acoustic musicians will perform throughout the center.

The Nutcracker at the Orpheum Theater – Dec. 3 – 4

Ballet Nebraska’s The Nutcracker returns with the visual splendor and charming story that make it a family favorite.

Christmas in Greece – Dec. 3 (11 a.m. – 7 p.m.), FREE Admission

Celebrate “Christmas in Greece” with the Greeks sharing their holiday traditions and culture with food, music, dancing, pastries and “philoxenia” (Greek Hospitality). St. Nicholas will be there and children’s activities. Location: St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church, 602 Park Ave. Omaha.

Wells Fargo Family Festival – Dec. 4 (12 – 5 p.m.), FREE

Enjoy family activities and experience many of Omaha’s leading downtown attractions for free including Omaha Children’s Museum, The Durham Museum, Wells Fargo Bank, Omaha Police Mounted Patrol Barn, W. Dale Clark Library, and Joslyn Art Museum. A free trolley service will connect the participating venues.

Christmas in Germany at the German-American Society – Dec. 4

Enjoy the festive activities of the season. Folk dancing, songs, and a visit from St. Nicholas. Food and drink available for purchase. Visit the Christkindlemarkt and purchase some of the many seasonal gifts from Germany. Free Admission. More information TBA.

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December 5 – 11

Find many Ongoing Holiday Events here!

Christmas at Union Station – Nov. 25 – Jan. 1

The Durham Museum invites you to join in the festivities during Christmas at Union Station. Included with regular museum admission.

Family Nights with Santa (Tuesdays, December 6, 13, & 20, 5 – 8 p.m.)

La Vista Holiday Wintertainment – Nov. 29 – Dec. 31

Enjoy a variety of fun events throughout the Holiday season!

Gingerbread Storytime and Cookie Decorating (December 5; 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.)
Rockin’ with Rudolph (December 6, 10 a.m.)
Christmas Parachute Playtime and Storytime (December 9; 2 p.m.)

Storytime with Santa at Village Pointe – Tuesdays, Dec. 6, 13 & 20, 10:30 a.m., FREE

Santa will read a holiday story to kids on Tuesdays.
Dec. 6th: Premier Bank
Dec. 13th: Janie and Jack
Dec. 20th: DSW

Mrs. Claus Storytime at Regency Court – Dec. 1 & 8 (10:30 a.m.)

Join Mrs. Claus for storytime in front of Pottery Barn Kids.

Lights of Aksarben – Fridays, Dec. 2, 9, 16 (6 – 8 p.m.), FREE

Heated tent, free horse and carriage rides, live music, and more.

Frozen Character Meet-and-Greet at Regency Court – 11/26, 12/3 & 12/10, (1 p.m. – 3 p.m.)

Meet and take pictures with the Frozen Characters

Holiday Happenings at the Omaha Zoo – Dec. 3, 10, 17; 10:30 a.m.

Catch a glimpse of special holiday characters as they dive into the shark tunnel inside the Suzanne and Walter Scott Aquarium on Saturdays, December 3, 10 and 17, 2016, (10:30 a.m.) Included with Zoo Admission.

Abide “Lights of Hope” Light Display (Opening) – 12/6, (6 – 8 p.m.), FREE

Opening Date: 12/6, 6-8 p.m. This is a drive-through experience where guests will enjoy caroling and can drop off gifts and gift cards for those in need.
The lights will be on display from December 6 – 25 between 6 – 8 p.m. each evening.
Lights of Hope Special Display Reveal: 12/13, 6 – 8 p.m. – This is a night that families from all over Omaha can enjoy a special display reveal and celebration that will honor those who have lost families to violence and those who serve in the community.

Tots on the Towne: Reading with Mrs. Claus at Shadow Lake Towne Center – Dec. 8, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m., FREE (RSVP Required)

Mrs. Claus will be reading a special Christmas Story to all of the boys and girls inside of Hallmark in Shadow Lake. Call ahead at (402) 537-0046 to reserve your child’s spot.

LCS Christmas Craft Fair – Dec. 10 (9 a.m. – 3 p.m.), $2

Over 80 high-quality crafters, bakers, vendors and fun activities for kids. They will also feature a donation drive for the Open Door Mission, bring any sized pack of toilet paper with you to drop in the bins by the entrance. Location: 156th and Dodge.

Movie with Santa (The Polar Express) at Village Pointe Cinema – Dec. 10, 9 a.m., $3 (cash only)

Join Santa and a host of characters for this holiday favorite. Visit with Santa and enjoy complimentary hot cocoa from Access Bank at the end of the movie.
$3 admission. All proceeds go towards the Hometown Holiday Gifts for Kids program, benefiting children from Nebraska Children’s Home.

Boys Town Christmas Family Festival – Saturday, Dec. 10, 1 – 5 p.m., Free

There are many wonderful FREE activities for you and your family to enjoy, from Christmas crafts to Irish dancers to Santa Claus and his reindeer.

Lauritzen Gardens Holiday Happening – 12/10 – 12/11, (12 – 4 p.m.)

Fill yourself with holiday cheer with family activities at the garden. Walk through the beautiful poinsettia show in the floral display hall, listen to live holiday music and enjoy holiday food in front of the crackling fireplace in the café. Santa Claus will be available for pictures, and children can make creative holiday crafts for an additional fee of $3 per child.
Regular garden admission rates apply.

Omaha Symphony Christmas Celebration – 12/10 – 12/18

Celebrate the magic, romance, and joy of the season as Broadway stars add to the lush sounds of the Omaha Symphony. A singing and dancing treat for the whole family!

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December 12 – 18

Find many Ongoing Holiday Events here!

Christmas at Union Station – Nov. 25 – Jan. 1

The Durham Museum invites you to join in the festivities during Christmas at Union Station. Included with regular museum admission.

Family Nights with Santa (Tuesdays, December 6, 13, & 20, 5 – 8 p.m.)

La Vista Holiday Wintertainment – Nov. 29 – Dec. 31

Enjoy a variety of fun events throughout the Holiday season!

‘Twas the Night Before Christmas Storytime and Craft (December 13, 10:30 a.m. and 4 p.m.)
Storytime with Saint Nick (December 15; 10 a.m.)

Storytime with Santa at Village Pointe – Tuesdays, Dec. 6, 13 & 20, 10:30 a.m., FREE

Santa will read a holiday story to kids on Tuesdays.
Dec. 6th: Premier Bank
Dec. 13th: Janie and Jack
Dec. 20th: DSW

Lights of Aksarben – Fridays, Dec. 2, 9, 16 (6 – 8 p.m.), FREE

Heated tent, free horse and carriage rides, live music, and more.

Carriage Rides at Village Pointe – Saturdays, Nov. 26 – Dec. 17 (1 – 5 p.m.) Rescheduled to to Friday, December 23rd from 1-5 p.m.

Take a horse and carriage ride down Village Pointe’s Main Street. Catch the carriage in front of Marcus Theaters near the fireplace. Weather permitting.

Carriage Rides at Shadow Lake Towne Center – Saturdays, Dec. 3 – 17 (1 – 4 p.m) RESCHEDULED carriage rides this weekend to Friday, 12/23 from 12 – 4 p.m.

Come Saturday, December 3rd and every Saturday through the 17th and enjoy complimentary Carriage Rides at Shadow Lake Towne Center. Rides will run from 1 – 4 p.m. Weather permitting.

Holiday Happenings at the Omaha Zoo – Dec. 3, 10, 17 (10:30 a.m.)

Catch a glimpse of special holiday characters as they dive into the shark tunnel inside the Suzanne and Walter Scott Aquarium on Saturdays, December 3, 10 and 17, 2016, at 10:30 a.m. Included with Zoo Admission.

Ho-Ho-Holiday Open House – Dec. 17 (1 – 4 p.m.), FREE

Enjoy FREE pictures with Santa, fun activities, holiday refreshments and tours of the newly opened Lauritzen Outpatient Center, 4014 Leavenworth Street. Find out more here!

Cookies with Santa at Best Buy Village Pointe – Dec. 17, 2 p.m., FREE

Santa and Mrs. Claus will serve up cookies and milk along with a story or two for a special holiday get-together. Best Buy is also offering complimentary photos with Santa.

Holiday Ice Skating Show with Blade and Edge Figure Skating Club – Dec. 17 – 18

Free with a food donation to the Heartland.
- Dec. 17 (4:00 p.m.) at the new ConAgra ice rink at Heartland Park
- Dec. 18 (1:30 p.m.) at Ralston Arena

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December 19 – January 3

Find many Ongoing Holiday Events here!

Storytime with Santa at Village Pointe – Tuesdays, Dec. 6, 13 & 20, 10:30 a.m., FREE

Santa will read a holiday story to kids on Tuesdays.
Dec. 6th: Premier Bank
Dec. 13th: Janie and Jack
Dec. 20th: DSW

Holiday Lights Festival – 11/24 – 1/2, FREE

Celebrate the spirit of the holidays with a full season of festive, family-friendly activities, plus enjoy more than 40 blocks of beautiful lights in Downtown Omaha.
- New Year’s Eve Fireworks Spectacular (Saturday, December 31, 7 p.m.)

Christmas at Union Station – Nov. 25 – Jan. 1

The Durham Museum invites you to join in the festivities during Christmas at Union Station. Included with regular museum admission.

Noon Year’s Eve (Saturday, December 31, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.)

La Vista Holiday Wintertainment – Nov. 29 – Dec. 31

Enjoy a variety of fun events throughout the Holiday season!

Christmas Lego Club (December 19, 4 p.m.)
Noon Year’s Eve Party (December 31, 11:30 a.m.)

Find many more Family-Friendly New Year’s Events!

It is always a good idea to verify the information with the business before visiting. Have a wonderful Holiday Season!
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- Omaha Kids Calendar
- Weekend Fun