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Ralston’s Holiday Magic 2025 (Rescheduled From Nov 30th)

Join Mayor Groesser as they 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.
 
1:00 – 5:00 Carrell Towne Village Baright Public Library, 5555 S 77th St. Come see the display during library hours, Nov 30 Dec 31
1:00 – 5:00 Children’s Activities, Baright Public Library, 5555 S 77th St. Face painting and balloon animals
1:00 – 5:00 Library Book Sale Baright Public Library, 5555 S 77th St. Starting Dec. 14
5:00 Santa arrives on the West Side of City Hall
5:00 Holiday welcome Ceremony by Santa & Mayor Don Groesser
5:00 – 7:00 Conversations with Santa!
5:00 – 7:00 Cookies, Hot Chocolate & Candy Canes-Thank you Allo!
5:00 – 7:00 Horse & Carriage Rides
5:00 – 7:00 Chili Feed Ralston Fire Department & Rescue, 7629 Park Dr

Handmade Holiday Market

Please join the City of Gretna for our annual Handmade Holiday Market in conjunction with Greenery and Glitter in Downtown Gretna on McKenna Ave. This event will take place in the old Fire Department Building right next to City Hall.

Greenery and Glitter in Downtown Gretna

Please join the City of Gretna for our annual holiday event, Greenery and Glitter, located in downtown Gretna on McKenna Ave and at Peterson Park. This years theme is “Candy Cane Lane”.
From 12pm-4pm There will be a wide variety of activities located at different businesses on McKenna Ave, we encourage you to visit all the shops on the map to participate in their activity and have some holiday fun! Some activities do not start until 1pm, those times will be listed so you can better plan.
– Plenty of photo opportunities to capture memories of you and your family.
– In the old Fire Hall next to City Hall will be the Handmade Holiday Market. Visit the markets Facebook event here:
https://www.facebook.com/share/1BsuT1YaJ7/
From 4pm-6pm at Peterson Park we will have even more activities for everyone to enjoy! Entertainment, soup, hot dogs, hot cider, hot cocoa and a tree lighting ceremony with Mayor Evans + MORE!
12pm Start:
Handmade Holiday Market
Kathy’s Bar and Grill
Candle House
Kids Roundup Daycare
Gretna Children’s Library
15 Two Home
Gretna Chamber of Commerce
B Soda Shop and Boutique
PRIM Studio
Wander and Wonder Kids Play Cafe
1pm Start:
Town and Country Floral
Resurrection Church
3:30pm Start:
Gretna Fire Museum
4pm Start at Peterson Park:
Knights of Columbus
Dance by Design
Gretna Library Foundation
City of Gretna
5:45pm Tree Lighting Ceremony
 
You do not want to miss this event, so mark your calendars!

Christmas at Union Station Tree Lighting Ceremony

Christmas at Union Station presented by FNBO festivities begin with the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony at The Durham Museum. 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!

Please note, tree lighting will take place around 7PM.

Enjoy a memorable evening filled with:

Joslyn Castle Holiday Boutique

Gather with friends and family to shop in the warmth and beauty of Omaha’s historic treasure decorated in full holiday splendor.

Join for the annual Joslyn Castle & Gardens Holiday Boutique on Nov. 8th from 10am-4pm!

This year, they are thrilled to welcome over 25 vendors, offering wares for everyone on your holiday list.

All three levels of the home will be filled with local, small businesses ready to help you tackle that shopping list: from artisan candles, vintage treasures, original artworks, jewelry, menswear and accessories, and more!

Admission to the Saturday boutique is just $10 and benefits Joslyn Castle & Gardens, a non-profit organization with a mission of preserving and sharing the space for the community.

Christmas Open House at Lanoha Nurseries

Step into our Winter Wonderland 11am-2pm and enjoy the sights and sounds of the holiday season! Try treats from some of our favorite local vendors and SANTA will be making his debut appearance for the year. 

PHVFD Kids Christmas Party at the Station

Join for some amazing holiday memories down at the station. There will be handmade crafts, cookies and hot cocoa.

Then of course Santa will be making a special appearance to see the kids. Great photo opportunity!

FREE to the PUBLIC

15th Annual Christmas in the Village at 24th & Lake

Let’s wrap up the year in style at the 15th Annual Christmas in the Village at 24th & Lake! From festive music to family-friendly activities and local vendors, this is your chance to soak in the holiday cheer with the whole community.

Come shop, play, and celebrate as we reflect on the year and share the joy of the season. Whether it’s for the entertainment or the connections, you’ll want to be part of this special day. Save the date and join the celebration!

Santapalooza at Scheels

🎅🏻SANTA IS COMING TO SCHEELS!!🔔🎄
Get your Christmas PJs on and stop by Omaha SCHEELS for a festive family day!
🤶🏻 Meet Santa and Mrs. Claus
🎨 Face Painting
🎈 Balloon Twisting
🎁 Special Gift from Santa and Mrs. Claus

Elkhorn Tree Lighting Party 2025

Each year Relevant puts on Elkhorn’s Annual Tree Lighting Party in order to bless the Elkhorn community. Come celebrate with us on Main St. in Olde Towne Elkhorn on Sunday, November 30 from 4:00-5:30pm. The festivities are free and feature live Christmas music, a visit from Santa, fire pits, free food, s’mores, and hot cocoa. Invite your family and friends! All are welcome! The tree will be lit at 5:15pm.