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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’s 5th Annual 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.

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, June 27, 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.

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.

Independence Day Celebration at 88 Tactical

Join for an unforgettable Independence Day Celebration at 88 Tactical! Get ready for a day filled with fun, food, music, and fireworks as we celebrate the spirit of America.
Admission is FREE.
ACTIVITIES & SCHEDULE
– Carnival: 4:00pm – 9:00pm
– Kids Area with Inflatables & Games
– Music by DJ Chaos
– Food Trucks (stop serving at 8:30pm)
– Beer Gardens
– 4th of July Merch
– Fireworks Show: 9:45pm – 10:15pm
– Member Viewing Area (limited space!)
Come celebrate the red, white, and blue with us at 88 Tactical’s 2025 Independence Day Celebration! Invite your friends and family for a day of patriotic fun. See you there!

Make Fireworks in a Bottle

Let’s celebrate the 4th with fireworks in a bottle!! Get creative as you fill your bottle with stars, glitter and everything red white & blue!! This is a FREE, all ages event!! First come, first serve, while supplies last!!