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2026 Omaha Fringe Festival

Art is for everyone and thrives without limits. Our mission is to amplify voices, foster creativity, and connect audiences with bold, new works.

Dodge County Fair

Experience small-town summer fun at the Dodge County Fair! Families can enjoy exciting carnival rides, live entertainment, delicious fair food, 4-H exhibits, livestock shows, competitions, and activities for all ages. It’s the perfect way to make lasting summer memories with a day full of classic fair fun.

Mandela Fest 2026

Mandela Fest is the annual end of year community festival of the Nelson Mandela Campus. It is celebrated as close to July 18th as possible to celebrate the birthday of Nelson Mandela. Scholars and families from both the Early Childhood Development Center and the Elementary School, as well as from the community, are able to enjoy scholar performances while participating in budget-friendly, family-friendly activities and a community resource fair.

Flower Festival at Nelson Produce Farm

Featuring Sunflowers, Zinnias & More!​

Goodbye summer, hello fall—welcome to a sea of blooms.

With over 450,000 sunflowers overlooking the stunning Elkhorn River bottom, our Flower Festival is a breathtaking celebration of the changing seasons and the beauty of farm life. Alongside sunflowers, guests can explore colorful zinnias and other blooms that make this time of year so special.

This three-week event is our largest festival of the year, filled with golden moments, unforgettable views, and endless opportunities to slow down and soak in the season.

Festival highlights include:

  • U-Pick sunflower fields
  • U-Pick flower patches featuring sunflowers, zinnias, and other varieties
  • Sunflower maze adventure
  • Butterfly release ceremonies
  • Picture-perfect backdrops for senior photos, family portraits, and memory-making
  • “Rise & Bloom” sunrise sessions (limited ticketed experience)

Whether you’re wandering through rows of blooms, picking the perfect flowers, or watching the sun rise over a glowing field, the Flower Festival is an experience you won’t forget.

Come celebrate the beauty of the season with us—where summer lingers and fall begins!

Zinnia Flower Festival

August 15th & 16th | August 22nd & 23rd
🌸 Zinnia Flower Festival at Ditmars Orchard 🌸

More details & advance tickets to go on sale soon!

Celebrate Summer in Full Bloom!

🌼 Festival Highlights:

✨ U-Pick Zinnias
🫧 Bubble Fairy (August 15th & 16th only until 2pm!)

📸 Photo Ops & Flower Backdrops

Ditmars Sweet Corn Festival

Join for our first-ever Sweet Corn Festival! 🌽 More details coming soon…but for now, mark your calendar and start dreaming of summer sunshine, sweet corn, and the indescribable magic you can only find at the orchard…something delicious is in the works!

CRCC Big Dreams

Get ready, Omaha — Big Dreams is taking over Stinson Park this August! Hosted by CRCC – Connected Roots Care Center, Big Dreams is a high-energy, family-friendly festival packed with live music, hands-on fun, and community celebration. This year’s featured headliners include Peppa Pig and her brother George, along with the wildly energetic KOO KOO, bringing unforgettable entertainment to families across the region. Add in incredible local and regional performers, interactive activities, food, and community experiences, and you’ve got a day filled with big fun and even bigger dreams.

Treestock Festival

This free, family-friendly celebration features live music, food vendors, kids’ activities, foam party, bounce houses, rock climbing, putt putt golf, carnival games, glass blowing, and more as part of our community’s America 250 celebration.

Carter Lake Days 2026

Carter Lake’s Annual Parade & Festival on July 25th for a full day of fun, community, and celebration! The parade kicks off at 11 AM, followed by the festival, kids zone, and vendor fair starting at 12 PM. Enjoy the beer garden at 1 PM, live music at 4 PM, and end the night with fireworks at 10 PM.