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Omaha Children’s Museum: Ciao Bambini!

Get ready to experience the heart and soul of Italy like never before at Omaha Children’s Museum through our newest cultural exhibit Ciao Bambini! This immersive, educational experience is designed to transport children and their families to the enchanting world of Italy, where history, art, and culture come to life.

From the rolling hills of Tuscany to the historic streets of Rome, young learners will explore this timeless country comparing the similarities and differences between their lives and those of children in the country of Italy.

Ciao Bambini! is a nationally traveling exhibit created by The Magic House, St. Louis
Children’s Museum in collaboration with the St. Louis Italian community. The exhibit is made possible by the generous support of Bill and Sally Canfield and Linda and Jesse Hunter.

Carter’s Village Pointe Grand Re-Opening

Celebrate the grand re-opening of Carter’s at Village Pointe with fun for the whole family! Join Carter’s September 3–7 for special activities throughout the week, including KiwiCo projects, face painting, custom patches, and gourmet pops from Frios. Kids can get creative, enjoy a sweet treat, and celebrate the newly reopened store! Activities take place from 11 AM–1 PM on select days.

Fremont Fireworks 2026

Fireworks Show – New Date Announced🚨

Mother Nature may have rained out Fremont’s Fourth of July fireworks, but she can’t stop the celebration! 🌧️➡️🎇

Mark your calendars and get ready for a spectacular night in the sky because the postponed Fremont fireworks show has been rescheduled for Saturday, September 5th during Labor Day Weekend! 🎉
Plan to send summer off with a bang and make Labor Day Weekend one to remember!

On behalf of all of the sponsors, thank you for your enthusiasm and excitement about the fireworks display. We greatly appreciate your patience and understanding as a new plan was developed for 2026.

A special shoutout and heartfelt thank you to Ron Vlach and his team for their continued dedication, hard work, and commitment to bringing this celebration to our community.

Raptors Live! International Vulture Awareness Day

The first Saturday in September is Vulture Awareness Day! Stop into the Great Hall from 10AM-11AM to meet our very own Sundance the Turkey Vulture! Compare raptor artifacts to see just what makes vultures so special.

Mulhalls Harvest Party

Enjoy delicious BBQ from 402 BBQ, sip on fresh brews from Cedar Creek Coffee and Art, and soak in live tunes by Daniel and the Deliverance – all part of the perfect fall celebration.

Bring the whole family for free fun, including mini pumpkin painting, honey tasting with Fathead Honey Farms, and exploring our straw maze — perfect for all ages!

Stop by our Nursery Yard to shop our Fall Plant Sale and talk with our team of experts.

Be sure to bring in your extra harvest to share with our community too! In collaboration with Whispering Roots, we’re accepting donations of fresh produce from the garden, which will be turned into delicious and nutritious meals served at local shelters – or shared directly with dozens of underserved communities in our city. It’s all part of our Plant to Give initiative.

And if you’re famous for pie, we hope you’ll enter yours in our friendly pie contest for the chance to win one of three gift cards. Find all the official rules and registration information below.

With all the pumpkins and mums filling up the place, fall is here, and we couldn’t be more excited to welcome another beautiful season with all of you!

14th Annual LOVAM Jazz Festival

Attendance is FREE!!
🎷🎷HEADLINER: The most electrifying, smooth jazz saxophonist ERIC DARIUS!!🎷🎷
LOVAM is another perfect way to enjoy an evening out with your family and friends. Join us for live jazz music in an intimate outdoor setting.
Bring your lawn chair or blanket, food and drink (no glass containers / no tents).
Please also support the surrounding restaurants for food/drinks. Also, remember to visit the many merchant vendors who will be present.

Midtown Mix: Post Service Collective (Funk)

Kick off your weekend at Midtown Mix, Midtown Crossing’s free Friday night live music series on the Turner Park Terrace this September. From 6-8 p.m., enjoy intimate performances in a relaxed outdoor setting, with Omaha’s downtown skyline providing the perfect backdrop.

Midtown Mix Line-Up
– September 4: Post Service Collective, Funk
– September 11: Hardwood Dash, Acoustic Covers
– September 18: Sal & The All Nighters, Country
– September 25: Speck Nelson & The Ralstones, Reggae Covers

Midtown Mix is a laid-back neighborhood gathering where music takes center stage and community comes together. Bring a lawn chair, claim a park bench, or settle in on a nearby restaurant patio and enjoy the show up close. Better yet, grab your favorite beverage to-go from a Midtown Crossing establishment and sip while you listen. Beer, wine, and champagne are permitted, making Midtown Mix the perfect way to unwind, connect, and ease into the weekend.

Midwest Fest!

The family-friendly festival, led by the team behind Made in Omaha, draws 70+ makers from across the Midwest and thousands of shoppers to foster community connections and celebrate the region’s entrepreneurs and creatives. There will be handcrafted goods, apparel, jewelry, home décor, art, specialty food, live music, food trucks, kids’ crafts and a dedicated Next Gen Makers area, where young entrepreneurs under 18 will be showcasing their business.

Friday Night Flicks – Zootopia 2

Friday Night Flicks is a free outdoor movie night full of fun for the entire family. The night will be filled with activities for all including lawn games, giveaways, food trucks, free popcorn, face painters, and more. 

Sunflower Festival at Nelson Produce Farm

Featuring Sunflowers, Zinnias & More!​

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

Wander through over 14 acres of breathtaking sunflowers, explore fields filled with colorful blooms, create your own bouquet, and spend the day making memories at Nelson Produce Farm. Whether you’re looking for the perfect family outing, a girls’ day, a date night, or incredible photos, our Sunflower Festival is one of Nebraska’s favorite late-summer traditions.

This event is their 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!