Bring the whole crew—family, friends, and neighbors—and settle in for a cozy night of laughter, fresh air, and community fun.
We can’t wait to see you under the stars at Elkhorn Shores!
4th of July Beach Party
Celebrate the 250th Independence Day at Heartwood Beach Club, our biggest summer bash. The park transforms into a beach-themed playground featuring giant sand sculptures, sand sculpting lessons, giant water slides in the Amphitheater, games and festive food. Make your mark on our community mural and enjoy a rocking concert at sunset before settling in for one of the best spots to watch nearby fireworks. Bring your friends, wear your red, white and blue, and celebrate summer in true Heartwood style.
Bar & Food Trucks
2pm – 9pm
Concert
7pm – 9pm
Boys Town Fireworks
Celebrate the 4th of July with Boys Town!Join Friday, July 4 at 10 p.m. for their Annual Fireworks Show, a beloved tradition open to the public! Invite your family and friends for a night under the stars.
Location: Boys Town Campus
Rain date: Saturday, July 5 at 10 p.m.Please note:
The Football Field is reserved for Boys Town Youth only.
Parking is available, but limited in some areas. Arrive early to secure a spot!
No alcohol or personal fireworks allowed on campus.Celebrate 4th of July at the pool for $1
Celebrate the 4th of July at the pool! Admission to all City of Omaha outdoor pools will only be $1 on the 4th of July.
All pools will close at 5:00pm. (Hanscom will close at normal time, 3pm).
Omaha Storm Chasers Friday Night Fireworks
Omaha Storm Chasers Vs Durham Bulls
The first 1,000 ticketed fans receive a Storm Chasers 2024 International League Champions hat. | Presented By Mlnarik Law Group
Game Highlight: Fireworks Friday
Stick around after the game for a fireworks show! | Presented By Royalty Roofing
Game Highlight: Youth Baseball & Softball Night
We celebrate youth baseball and softball! Contact our groups department at 402-738-5105 to book your team a group outing and enjoy perks like a pregame parade, postgame movie, and watching fireworks on the field. | Presented By Lifetime Lawn & Landscaping
All American 4 & 8 Mile
Join us for the annual All American 4 & 8 mile! A patriotic-themed event that is perfect for the whole family.
The fun includes –
- Great Swag – designer shirt & custom medal
- Chip-timing with live results and awards
- Free photos
- FREE Ice Cream waiting at the finish line
- Plenty of fun!Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one!Can’t make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag!
*Youth-based pricing for the 4 & 8 Mile, 12 & Under are only $17!
- 4/8 Mile registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
- 1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
- The kid’s dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids’ dash event! (If your child wants to run the kid’s dash, and doesn’t want the SWAG, they are welcome to run with us on race day for free!)
The RiverFront Fourth of July Celebration featuring The Omaha Symphony
All are welcome to The RiverFront Fourth of July Celebration featuring the Omaha Symphony! This fun, festive and family-friendly evening in downtown Omaha returns to the Gene Leahy Mall.
This concert will feature the Omaha Symphony, along with other performers to be announced. The evening will culminate with The RiverFront’s spectacular fireworks presentation synchronized with live music. Come early to secure your spot on the lawn beginning at 3 PM.
Creation Station: 4th of July Crafts at La Vista Public Library
Ages 0 – 12. Creation Station: 4th of July Crafts
Celebrate at The Platform: Independence Day
Join at The Platform, the museum’s interactive play space, and celebrate the holidays with us! Each date will have a special craft or activity and feature related photos from our Photo Archive for a bit of a history lesson while you celebrate.
On Saturday, July 5, celebrate our nation’s independence and the traditions behind the July 4th holiday.
4th of July Living History Celebration at Fort Atkinson
Travel 200 years back in time for Independence Day weekend at Fort Atkinson State Historical Park! Visitors will be able to glimpse the holiday activities that would have taken place at this 1820s era outpost.
Ongoing demonstrations featuring military and civilian life of the 1820s will occur throughout the park. Reenactors portray fur traders, coopers, blacksmiths, carpenters, tinsmiths, weavers and other period trades. Visitors are encouraged to interact with the reenactors.
Visitor Center Admission
- -Adults (13 & up): $5
- -Children 3-12: $1
- -2 and under: Free
A valid Nebraska Park Entry Permit is required for all vehicles to enter the park and can be purchased at the site.
