Fun Things to Do Labor Day Weekend in Omaha 2024

Through Sept 8th – Sunflower Fest – 9:00am- 9:00pm (Closes at 5 p.m. M-Th) – Tickets Required

• Celebrate one of the Omaha area’s most beloved festivals this Labor Day weekend. Take home authentic Italian food, wine, beer, from the American Italian Heritage Society home, Il Palazzo on 132nd and Fort Streets.
• Location: Il Palazzo – 5110 N. 132nd St., Omaha, NE

Aug 30th – Make Sand Art Bottles – 11:00am – FREE

• Hair up!! Are you ready to let your creativity run wild? Make your own sand art bottle that looks like a troll! Let’s make colorful and quirky masterpieces together! 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 30th – Night Market at Turner Park – 6:00-10:00pm – FREE

• As the sun sets and the warm evening breeze rolls in, Omaha’s original Night Market sets the stage for unforgettable summer nights in scenic Turner Park. Join us as the city’s energy ignites four Friday evenings throughout the summer. The inviting atmosphere extends a warm welcome to dogs, families, couples and groups!
• Location: Turner Park – 3110 Farnam St, Omaha, NE 68131

Aug 31st-Sept 2nd & Sept 7-8th – Vala’s Cider and Sunflower Festival – Tickets Required

• Enjoy our freshly pressed apple cider, made with our own apples; we have sweet cider for everyone, and hard cider for those 21+. Plus festival entertainment, acres of sunflowers, gorgeous free photo opportunities, butterfly releases, flower picking, limited-time food specials and a unique opportunity to experience a guided tour of our hard ciders in the apple orchard at sunset.
• Location: Vala’s Pumpkin Patch & Apple Orchard – 12102 S. 180th St., Gretna, NE
• See more Apple Orchards here!

Aug 31st – Aviation STEM Day – 9:00am-1:00pm

• Greater Omaha Aviation STEM Day brings youth and young adults together in a venue of offered opportunities in a variety of different aspects of Aviation.
• Location: Millard Airport – 4501 Abbott Dr., Ste. 2300, Omaha, NE.

Aug 31st – Sept 1st – Living History Weekend at Fort Atkinson State Historical Park – 10am-4pm – Park Permit Req

• Visitors will be able to glimpse the activities that would have taken place at this 1820’s era outpost. 
• A valid Nebraska Park Entry Permit is required for all vehicles to enter the park and can be purchased at the site.
• Location: Fort Atkinson State Historical Park – 201 S. 7th St., Fort Calhoun, NE.

Aug 31st – Little’s Lab: Icy Ocean Melts – 11:00-11:45am – Cancelled

Aug 31st – Kids Jamboree Days at Nebraska Crossing – 11:00am-2:00pm – FREE

• Kids Jamborees are back! Bring the family (and dogs) and join the fun! Enjoy complimentary entertainment including face painting, balloon twisting, magicians, and sweet treats from Cold Stone Creamery + more!
• Location: Nebraska Crossing – 21209 Nebraska Crossing Dr, Gretna, NE 68028

Aug 31st – Summer Saturdays at the Bosque – 5:00pm (Movie at Sunset) – FREE

• Brighten your summer evenings every Saturday in August at Heartwood Park!  Gather your family and friends for a vibrant night out featuring food trucks, games, and live entertainment. As the sun sets, settle in for an outdoor movie screening under the stars.
  • Aug 31st – Elf
• Location: Heartwood Park at The Bosque – 301 N 145th St, Omaha, NE

Aug 31st – Labor Day Weekend at Indian Cave State Park – 5:00-9:00pm – Park Permit for entry

• Head to Indian Cave State Park to celebrate Labor Day Weekend on Saturday, Aug. 31!  Events will take place outside of the museum.  Hayrack Rides, Cake Walk, Yard Games, Fish Fry, and Fireworks
• Location: Indian Cave State Park – 65296 720 Rd, Shubert, NE 68437

Aug 31st – Saturdays @ Stinson Concert Series in Aksarben Village – 7:00-10:00pm – FREE

• Join your friends every Saturday night at Stinson Park in Aksarben Village for the Saturdays @ Stinson Concert Series, sponsored by Centris Federal Credit Union. The most talented bands in Omaha will entertain you, and the best part is that it’s completely free! There will be food and drink vendors, face painting, balloon artists, and playground equipment for kids to play on. Feel free to bring chairs, blankets, and coolers for the concerts. Please use koozies for your cans and plastic cups for other drinks, as glass is prohibited. Also, please do not bring tents, canopies, or stake anything into the ground. Most importantly, have fun and enjoy your time in Stinson Park! Aksarben Village is always buzzing with something fun to do!
  • Aug 31st: The 70’s Band
• Location: Stinson Park- 2232 S. 64th St., Omaha, NE

Sept 1st – Boat Cart at Gene Leahy Mall – 10:00am-4:00pm – FREE

• The RiverFront Boat Cart is here! The Boat Cart provides free remote controlled boats for everyone to enjoy. Adults and kids are invited to check out a boat to use in our boat cove, then return it once they are done using it.  The Boat Cart will be located by the Boat Cove!
• Location: Gene Leahy Mall – 1001 Douglas St, Omaha, NE 68102

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