Celebrate with your family this Memorial Day Weekend 2020 in Omaha.
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PLEASE NOTE: As things continue to rapidly change during this unusual time, it is always a good idea to verify details before visiting.
Things to Do in the Omaha Area This Memorial Day Weekend 2020
1) Nebraska’s Virtual Memorial Day Observance – Monday, May 25 (8 a.m. – 8 p.m.)
- Nebraska’s Memorial Day Observance 2020 will be a virtual event live streamed, in partnership with NET, from the Rotunda of the Nebraska State Capitol. It will start at 8:00 a.m. on Monday, May 25th, with the lighting of a ceremonial candle by a Gold Star Mother. Over the course of the day, honor guard sentinels will stand watch in half-hour shifts until the candle is extinguished at 8:00 p.m. by a Gold Star Father.
2) Parking Lot Cinema Drive-In Theater at Marcus Theatres Twin Creek – May 22 – 25 (Gates open: 7:30 p.m., First feature: 9 p.m.) [PURCHASE TICKETS IN ADVANCE]
- Marcus Twin Creek Cinema will begin showing a double feature – E.T. and Jurassic Park – in its parking lot this Friday through Monday this Memorial Day weekend, then weekly during the summer movie-going season.
- Friday, May 22 through Monday, May 25 (Memorial Day): “E.T” and “Jurassic Park”
- To create less touchpoints between associates and guests, tickets must be purchased online – either through the Marcus Theatres app or website (www.MarcusTheatres.com) – and cash purchases will NOT be an option while on site.
- Location: 3909 Raynor Pkwy., Bellevue, NE.
3) Drive-In Concerts at Falconwood Park – May 23 & 24 (Gates open: 7 p.m., Concert: 8 p.m.) [$40-$120]
- Enjoy a live concert from the comfort of your car.
- May 23rd: Kris Lager Band
- May 24th: PetRock
- Location: 905 Allied Rd., Bellevue, NE.
4) Go Hiking & Discover a Waterfall
- Discover the many hiking and walking trails in the Omaha Area that you can enjoy with your kids, including the Waterfall Trail at Platte River State Park!
5) Enjoy an Outdoor Scavenger Hunt
- Explore your neighborhood while searching for the items on the Outdoor Scavenger Hunt.
6) Enjoy some Shaved Ice
- A perfect treat to celebrate the beginning of Summer. Find a variety of Omaha Locations here!
7) Rent a Kayak or Stand Up Paddleboard
- Paddle sports can be a great way to enjoy the outdoors! It is great exercise and a lot of fun. Choose from a variety of providers who offer Kayak and Stand Up Paddleboard Rentals and Tours in Omaha!
We do our best to share current information in Family Fun in Omaha, but event details may change. It is always a good idea to verify the information before visiting.
Have a wonderful fun-filled weekend!
