See beautiful Tree Lighting Ceremonies and Holiday Light Displays throughout the Omaha Area this Holiday Season!
It is always a good idea to verify the information with the business before visiting as details and times may change.
Tree Lighting Ceremonies in the Omaha Area
Events
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Tree of Lights Family Festival 2026
American National Bank 8990 W Dodge Rd, Omaha, NEJoin as they kick off the Christmas season with live music, photos with Santa, free food and hot chocolate, face painting, balloon artists, games -- and, of course, the lighting of the 75-foot-tall Tree of Lights!
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Season of Lights at Midtown Crossing
Turner Park 3110 Farnam St, Omaha, NETens of thousands of white LED lights cover Omaha’s Turner Park and the Midtown Crossing neighborhood, creating an unforgettable backdrop for holiday strolls, spontaneous photos, date nights and moments of holiday joy. Visit the beautifully decorated tree in Farnam Court, climb into Santa’s cozy sleigh for the perfect photos, or simply take in the glow as you wander. Then, warm up and settle in at one of the neighborhood’s many restaurants.
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The Tannenbaum Festival!
City of Blair Blair, NE, United StatesIt’s almost time for Blair’s favorite holiday tradition — the Tannenbaum Festival!
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Village Pointe Tree Lighting & Holiday Celebration
Village Pointe 17305 Davenport Street, Omaha, NE, United StatesJoin Village Pointe for the annual tree lighting holiday celebration to kick off the holiday season! Santa Parade & Tree Lighting – 6:00 PM | Davenport Street Watch as Santa arrives by carriage to help light the tree, joined by favorite storybook and holiday characters!
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Winterfest at Bayliss Park 2026
Bayliss Park 6th Street and 1st Avenue, Council Bluffs, IA, United StatesJoin for Winterfest at Bayliss Park on Friday, November 20! Food trucks will open at 5 p.m. and activities begin promptly at 6 p.m. with the Bayliss Park holiday lighting ceremony.
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19th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting & Holiday Parade!
Shadow Lake Towne Center 7775 Olson Drive, Papillion, NE, United StatesJoin for the 19th Annual Tree Lighting & Holiday Parade! Parade starts at 6pm with fireworks immediately following provided by Bellino Fireworks and the Salvation Army Kroc Center. Santa and all of his friends will be here, as well as surprise parade guests!
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Christmas at Union Station Tree Lighting Ceremony
The Durham Museum 801 South 10th Street, Omaha, NE, United StatesSoon, it will be time to dust off those ornaments and deck the halls! Christmas at Union Station presented by FNBO returns on November 27 and we can’t wait to see you at the museum! From the 40-foot-tall twinkling tree to holidays around the globe to Santa himself, you won’t want to miss all that we have planned. artifacts and historic photographs.
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32nd Annual Fremont Christmas Walk
Downtown Fremont Fremont, NE, United StatesJoin for our 32nd Annual Christmas Walk event! Downtown businesses will be hosting specials, promotions, and giving out treats all day long! There will be a petting zoo, horse drawn carriages, and a tree lighting ceremony. Write a letter to Santa and then later get a picture with the jolly old fellow.
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Santa in the Village – Carriage Rides & More!
Rockbrook Village 108 & Center, Omaha, NE, United StatesCelebrate a family tradition Saturday, November 28th from 12-3pm. Bring the little ones to visit Santa and share their holiday wishes, then enjoy a complimentary horse and carriage ride around the village. Kids - stop by Doodle Art Studio for a free cookie and Great Harvest Bread Company for free hot cocoa. Don't miss out on the amazing Christmas lights around the village come dusk. This is our way of saying thank you for supporting Small Business Saturday and shopping local this holiday season. Come join the fun! This event is FREE!
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Christmas in Olde Towne Elkhorn
Olde Towne Elkhorn 321 Elkhorn Dr., Elkhorn, NEEnjoy shopping at local businesses, exploring Olde Towne with an activity passport, free trolley rides, photos with Santa, the Grinch, and Olaf, crafts, games, tree lighting and more! There's something for the whole family to enjoy. Invite your friends, family, and neighbors to celebrate the Christmas season with us. All are welcome!
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Winter Wonderland in Papillion
Downtown Papillion Papillion, NECome experience why Papillion “feels like home” and was nominated as one of Hallmark Channel's top 25 Merriest Christmas Towns 🎄 Winter Wonderland is a Papillion Community Foundation tradition, bringing thousands of community members to our historic downtown Papillion area. Watch as Mayor David Black flips the switch to light up over 900,000+ lights throughout downtown. Grab a cup of hot chocolate and hop on a carriage or hayrack ride to see the lights around the city. Visit Santa in the Portal Schoolhouse and see his real life reindeer 🎅 🦌 Take pictures with Snowy the Mouse and other characters 🐭
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Holiday Lights Lighting Ceremony
Gene Leahy Mall 14th & Farnam, Omaha, NE, United StatesCelebrate the return of the holidays at The RiverFront! Thanks to generous support from the philanthropic community, along with the City of Omaha, this festive season will shine brighter than ever. Stroll through Gene Leahy Mall, Heartland of America Park and Lewis & Clark Landing, where hundreds of illuminated trees and joyful decorations spread seasonal cheer across all 72 acres of The RiverFront.
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Santa’s Sleigh Ride & Tree Lighting in La Vista
La Vista La Vista, NE, United StatesSanta Claus is coming to town! Santa and his holiday crew will arrive in La Vista and travel through the City before stopping in Central Park to light the tree, lead a joyful sing-along and snap a big community selfie with Santa (no individual Santa photos). Come explore Santa’s Workshop, view Christmas lights in Central Park, see live animals, listen to Christmas carols and enjoy free cookies, cocoa and glow items.
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Kickoff to Christmas
Arbor Day Farm 2611 Arbor Avenue, Nebraska City, NE, United StatesCelebrate the holiday season at their Kickoff to Christmas event! The Arbor Day Farm Trolley will depart from Lied Lodge shortly after 5 p.m. with a ceremonial tree lighting at Arbor Lodge Mansion at 5:30pm followed by shopping at Apple House Market, and back to Lied Lodge for live music in the lobby. Drinks, dinner, and dessert (cost associated) at Timbers and Library Lounge.
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Christmas in Wahooville
Wahoo, NE Wahoo, NEFamily-friendly day of holiday events throughout Wahoo capped with a downtown lighted winter parade and tree-lighting event.
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Past Events
Nov 28th – Light Up Bellevue: Drive Thru Lights & Music Show – 6:00pm – FREE
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Light Up Bellevue is proud to once again host the annual Christmas in Olde Towne Holiday Light Show at Washington Park in Bellevue. This impressive display, just east of Franklin Avenue, is the first large scale light and music display in Bellevue. The full light and music show will be on display starting on Thursday, November 28, 2024 at 6 PM through Sunday, January 5, 2025. Please turn your car radio to 91.9 FM or feel free to park and walk on the sidewalk through the display while listening to the music in the park.
- Location: Entrance to this event will be at the intersection of Mission Ave and Franklin St. in Bellevue.
Nov 29th – Christmas at Union Station: Tree Lighting Ceremony – 4:00-8:00pm – Tickets Required
- Enjoy loads of entertainment, including live music from Camille Metoyer Moten and a performance by Bellevue Little Theater. Cookie decorating, scavenger hunt and holiday crafts, plus Santa himself, will make for a fun evening! All the good tidings and cheer lead up to the signature tradition of the night: the countdown to lighting Omaha’s official Christmas tree, followed by a sing-a-long!
- Location: The Durham Museum – 801 S. 10th St., Omaha, NE
Nov 29th – Lights of Aksarben Tree Lighting Ceremony – 6:00-8:00pm – FREE
- Experience the holiday magic as they transform Aksarben Village into a Whoville-inspired winter wonderland! Lights of Aksarben kicks off Friday, November 29, with the illumination of the Stinson Park tower as Omaha’s largest lit tree. Bundle up and join for a visit from Santa, cookies and hot cocoa, face painting, live music by Cindy Lou and the Who Who Done Its, and an appearance from Mr. Grinch, too! Come encounter the music and merriment in Aksarben Village… where there is always something fun going on!
- Location: Stinson Park – 2232 S. 64th St., Omaha, NE
Nov 30th-Jan 1st – Holiday Lights Festival
- Nov 30th (6 p.m.): Lighting Ceremony – Kick-off the holiday season and see Downtown Omaha light up with festive lights!
- Dec 8th (11a.m.-4p.m.): KETV Family Festival – Enjoy a festive day full of family-friendly activities at your favorite Downtown Omaha attractions! PLUS! Ollie the Trolley will be providing FREE transportation!
- Dec 31st (7 p.m.): New Year’s Eve Fireworks Spectacular – For the last signature event of the Holiday Lights Festival, enjoy the spectacular firework show in the warmth and safety of your vehicle!
Nov 30th – Winter Wonderland 2024: Downtown Papillion – 4:00-8:00pm
- Santa Parade, Free Carriage Rides, Holiday Market, Hayrack Rides, Hot Chocolate, Candy Canes, Pictures with Santa, Lighting Ceremony at 6:00, Live Music
- Story Times: 4:30, 5:30, & 6:30pm inside of Sump Memorial Library
- Location: Downtown Papillion, NE
Dec 1st – Ralston’s Holiday Magic – 1:00-7:00pm – FREE
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Join Mayor Groesser as we light up downtown and get into the holiday spirit! Bring your family out to enjoy a Ralston tradition! Visit Santa and enjoy FREE carriage rides, children’s activities, hot chocolate, and cookies.
- 3:15 – 4:00 Santa Claus cruises on a fire truck throughout Ralston
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4:00 Holiday Magic Lighting Ceremony by Mayor Don Groesser
- Location: Independence Square – 77th St. & Main St., Ralston, NE
Dec 1st – Elkhorn Tree Lighting Party – 4:00-5:30pm – FREE
- COME ONE, COME ALL and join for an old-fashioned Christmas extravaganza and kick off the holiday season with a bang at the 23rd Annual Elkhorn Tree Lighting Party! The evening will feature Santa and his elves, live Christmas music, hot dogs, chili, cookies, s’mores and hot cocoa ALL FOR FREE! The party will run from 4:00-5:30pm on Main St. in Olde Towne Elkhorn, with the lighting of the Elkhorn Christmas Tree at 5:00pm. Spread the word and join us for a wonderful celebration! THIS EVENT IS FOR EVERYONE!
- Location: Main St. in Olde Towne Elkhorn
Dec 5th – Lights on Dundee – 5:00-9:00pm – FREE
- Join the Dundee Merchants for a festive evening at Lights on Dundee on Thursday, December 5th, from 5-8PM in the vibrant heart of Dundee at 50th and Underwood. Experience the joy of the season with delightful photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus in front of the enchanting Dundee mural.
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Dec 6th – Kickoff to Christmas – 5:00-7:00pm
- Celebrate the holiday season at our Kickoff to Christmas event! Enjoy a magical tree lighting ceremony, unique shopping from local brands at Apple House Market, and a delicious pre-fixe dinner with drink specials at Timbers. Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with joy and festive spirit!
- Event starts at 5pm. Trolley will depart from Lied Lodge shortly after 5 p.m. with a ceremonial tree lighting at Arbor Lodge Mansion followed by shopping at Apple House Market, and back to Timbers for a pre-fixe dinner.
- Location: Arbor Day Farm – 2700 Sylvan Rd, Nebraska City, NE 68410