The Holidays are filled with many family-friendly events! It is always a good idea to verify with the business before visiting. [Not the current week? See more Upcoming Events in Omaha here!]
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Enter to Win:
- Four Tickets to the Fresh Beat Band Coming to Ralston Arena – ENDS SUNDAY!
- Thirty-One Gifts ‘Holiday On the Go’ Prize Package (Value over $200!) – NEW GIVEAWAY!
Top Picks this Weekend:
Lights of Aksarben – Fridays, 11/29 – 12/20, 7 – 9 p.m.
- Join us in Stinson Park for the LIGHTS OF AKSARBEN. We will have different events every Friday night in the park up until Dec. 20.
Christmas at Union Station – 11/29 – 1/5
- The Durham Museum invites you to join in the festivities during Christmas at Union Station.
- Ethnic Holiday Festival – Friday, Dec. 6, 5-9 p.m.
“Narnia” at The Rose Theater – 12/6 – 12/29
- Based on C.S. Lewis’ classic children’s novel, “Narnia” explores the epic battle between good and evil. Four children are whisked away from a troubled time in England to fulfill their destinies in the enchanted land of Narnia. The show features memorable characters, spectacular settings and daring adventures. Audiences are truly in for a visual delight! Best for ages 6-13.
Kids Workshops at Home Depot – 12/7, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m., FREE
- Make a Tic-Tac-Toe Game – Home Depot offers FREE kid’s workshops on the first Saturday of each month.
FREE Stuffed Animal Patching & Holiday Crafts at Buttons Are My Business – 12/7, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
- Kids Day Out this Saturday from 9-3. FREE Stuffed Animal Patching and holiday crafts. Make a wreath out of puzzle pieces or a reindeer ornament.
Santa Palooza at Scheels – 12/7, 9:30 a.m. – 2 p.m., FREE
- Enjoy Santa’s rooftop arrival at 10 a.m., followed by free fun and activities with Santa and friends.
Santa Visits Saddlebrook – 12/7, 10 -11:30 a.m., FREE
- Come join Saddlebrook Community Center and Saddlebrook Library to sing winter songs, do holiday crafts, and meet Santa!
Santa in the Village – 12/7, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
- Children can talk with Santa while riding around Rockbrook Village in a horse-drawn carriage.
La Vista Holiday Wintertainment – 12/1 – 12/23
- Enjoy a variety of fun events throughout the Holiday season!
- Library Holiday Open House, December 7, 11 a.m.
- Sugar Cone Christmas Trees, December 7, 11:30 a.m., Library
Omaha Holiday Market in Aksarben Village – 12/7-12/8, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
- Visit local vendors and artisans and enjoy a special appearance by Santa on Sunday from 2-4 pm.
Christmas in the Village at 24th & Lake – 12/7, 12 – 5 p.m.
- Enjoy many family-friendly activities for children, adults, and families!
Hot Shops Art Center’s Holiday Open House – 12/7 (12-8 p.m.), 12/8 (12-5 p.m.), FREE
- The event features fun and informative art demonstrations and live music, with most residents of the Hot Shops opening their studios to the public. All of the galleries host events, and the building walls are filled with art in a wide variety of mediums.
Complimentary Carriage Rides at Shadow Lake Towne Center – Every Saturday 11/30 – 12/21, 12 – 4 p.m.
- Complimentary horse-drawn carriage rides are available every Saturday from 12 – 4 p.m., Nov. 30-Dec. 21. Carriage rides board between Chico’s and Coldwater Creek. Weather permitting.
Complimentary Carriage Rides at Village Pointe – Every Saturday 11/30 – 12/21, 1 – 5 p.m.
- Enjoy Free Carriage Rides from 1-5 p.m. on Saturdays, November 30 – December 21. Weather permitting.
Holiday Kids Funfare at Regency Court – 12/7, 1 – 3 p.m.
- Joey Fratelli Comedy Juggler and The Rose Theater. 1 – 2 p.m.: Juggler/Snowball fight in Center Court, 2 – 3 p.m.: Rose Theater presents storytime with characters.
Saturday with Santa at Shadow Lake – 12/7, 1 – 3 p.m.
- Santa, Mrs. Claus, and other jolly friends will be inside of Santa’s Workshop for a play date hosted by Momaha.
Christmas in Germany at the German-American Society – 12/8, 11:30 – 6 p.m.
- Enjoy the festive activities of the season. Folk dancing, songs, and a visit from St. Nicholas. Food and drink available for purchase. Visit the Christkindlemarkt and purchase some of the many seasonal gifts from Germany.
Wells Fargo Family Festival – 12/8, 12-5 p.m., FREE
- A highlight of the Holiday Season! Enjoy family activities and experience many of Omaha’s leading downtown attractions for free including Omaha Children’s Museum, The Durham Museum, Wells Fargo Bank, Omaha Police Mounted Patrol Barn, W. Dale Clark Library, and Joslyn Art Museum. A free trolley service will connect the participating venues.
Holiday Concert – 12/8, 7:30 p.m.
- Join Omaha Area Youth Orchestras (OAYO) and the Bluffs Art Council for the annual Holiday Concert Collaboration featuring performances of several Holiday favorites and carols. This event will be held at the Arts Center at Iowa Western Community College, Council Bluffs.
We do our best to ensure the information in Family Fun in Omaha is correct, but event details may change. It is always a good idea to verify the information before visiting.
Have a wonderful fun-filled weekend!