30+ Things to Do in Omaha this Fall with Kids

Enjoy so much FUN this FALL with this helpful guide of all of the best Fall events in Omaha!

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30+ Things to Do in Omaha this Fall with Kids

Visit Martin’s Hillside Orchard

• Martin’s is the place to pick your own apples each fall. Lots of fun kid’s activities with wagon rides on the weekends. Caramel apples, cider slush, and a pumpkin patch, too. Simply, the best little orchard around!
• See hours, admission, outdoor activities, safety and health guidelines, and more here. 
• Location: Martin’s Hillside Orchard, 2024 Ashland Rd., Ceresco, NE.
• See more Apple Orchards here!

Living History Weekend at Fort Atkinson State Historical Park – Sept. 4 – 5 and Oct. 2-3 (10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.), State Park Permit required

• Visitors will be able to glimpse the activities that would have taken place at this 1820’s era outpost. 
• A valid Nebraska Park Entry Permit is required for all vehicles to enter the park and can be purchased at the site. A per person fee is required at the Harold W. Andersen Visitor Center of $2 per adult and $1 per child.
• Location: Fort Atkinson State Historical Park, 201 S. 7th St., Fort Calhoun, NE.

Harvest Celebration at Arbor Day Farm 

• NOTE: U-pick Apples (begins Sept. 18) and Pumpkins (begins early- to mid-October)
• With 260 acres, Arbor Day Farm is a top spot for fall fun. Experience the one-of-a-kind Treetop Village, explore the farm, and enjoy fall treats including caramel apples, fresh-pressed cider, apple pie & more. Purchase tickets in advance at arbordayfarm.org.
• Location: Arbor Day Farm, 2611 Arbor Ave., Nebraska City, NE.
• See more Apple Orchards here!

Skinny Bones Pumpkin Patch – September 10 – October 31

• Skinny Bones Pumpkin Patch is a place to have fun with attractions for all ages. Family owned and operated for 13 years, it is their goal to help your family make a memory together that you’ll share for years. You are going to want to stock up on their famous kettle corn, caramel apples, and homemade fudge as well. 
• See more Pumpkin Patches here!

Disney Descendants: The Musical at The Rose Theater – Sept. 10 – Oct. 10, Tickets available for purchase

• Based on the runaway hit Disney Channel Original Movie musical, this spectacular new stage production features many of your favorite showstoppers and some of The Rose’s (and Omaha’s) most talented teens showcasing their song and dance skills live on stage!
• Location: The Rose Theater, 2001 Farnam St., Omaha, NE.

Virtual World O! Water – Sept. 10 – 27

• World O! Water is a free, annual event designed to enlighten the public about water conservation, quality, and recreation. World O! Water helps individuals and families learn about simple, everyday actions that help prevent water pollution and ensure clean water from our streams to our sinks.
• The 2021 virtual event will happen at WorldOWater.org September 10th through September 27th! The WO!W online event offers 12 unique adventures you can explore at your own pace.
• Visit WorldOWater.org to complete fun challenges & enter to win prizes!

Flix at the Chef – Sept. 11 (8 p.m.), FREE

• Abominable starts at dusk. Bring blankets or chairs to sit on. Food, drinks, and ice cream for sale at Dairy Chef.
• Location: Dairy Chef, 3223 N. 204th St., Elkhorn, NE

Friday Night Movies at Ditmars Orchard & Vineyard – Fridays, Sept. 17 & 24 (dusk), FREE

• Location: 19475 225th St., Council Bluffs, IA.

AppleJack Festival Weekends at Arbor Day Farm – Sept. 18 – 19, 25 – 26 & Oct. 2 – 3 [Pre-purchase tickets strongly recommended]

• Three AppleJack Festival Weekends — All About Orchards with U-pick Apples and seasonal tastes.
• The Tree Adventure and Arbor Lodge Mansion will require tickets for admission. It is strongly recommend you purchase tickets in advance online. Space will be limited. They cannot guarantee entrance to these attractions/activities without a pre-purchased ticket. Arbor Day Farm attractions are open Tuesday through Sunday only. Purchase tickets here.
• Location: Arbor Day Farm, 2611 Arbor Ave., Nebraska City, NE.
• See more Apple Orchards here!

Visit Nelson Produce Farm

• Explore their slides, hayrack ride, pumpkin patch, stuff a scarecrow, tricycles, bale jumping, tire pile, mud kitchen, giant hay stack, pony rides, barrel train, barnyard and u-pick vegetables. Stop at Pam’s kitchen with fresh apple cider donuts and slushees, Mac n Cheese, hot beef sundae, pumpkin treats, and more! Fill a wheelbarrow full of pumpkins and gourds.
• NOTE: Farm is closed for the week to setup for Fall on the Farm – Sun, Sept. 12 – Friday, Sept. 17, 2021. 

Museum Day – Sept. 18, FREE tickets are required

• Each Museum Day ticket provides free admission to the ticket holder and one guest.
• Participating Omaha Area museums: El Museo Latino and The Durham Museum.
• Participating Nebraska museums: University of Nebraska State Museum – Morrill Hall and Stuhr Museum of the Prairie Pioneer.

Pumpkin Patch and Corn Maze at Camp Fontanelle – Sept. 19 through Oct. 31 (Saturdays and Sundays)

• Something for everyone and well worth the drive! It is a place like no other! Zipline, corn maze, pumpkin patch, Petting Barn, Barrel Train, Pedal Karts, Laser tag, special events and more! Check us out this fall as they create, for you, a Kingdom Quest! Play laser tag in the dragon and find your way in the maze, through the castle, as the prince protects the princess.

30th Anniversary Fort Omaha Virtual Intertribal Powwow – Sept. 25 (1 – 5 p.m.), FREE

• Join in the 30th anniversary Fort Omaha Virtual Intertribal Powwow. The powwow will be held virtually on Saturday, Sept. 25 from 1-5 p.m. 
• Celebrating Native American cultures, the powwow honors the traditional dance, music, artistry, oral history and foods of various tribes across Nebraska and the surrounding region including Omaha, Ponca, Santee Sioux and Winnebago.
• Watch for website updates on the virtual event.

Omaha’s Rally for the Responders – Sept. 25 (2 – 8 p.m.), FREE [REGISTER]

• Enjoy free live music, food, carnival games, a pie-eating contest, family fun, and fireworks. Get up close to first responder vehicles, and see a team of world-class Percheron horses. Parking is $10 per car.
• Reserve your free tickets here. Don’t forget to PRINT your tickets for admittance to the event.
• Location: TD Ameritrade Park Omaha, 1200 Mike Fahey St., Omaha, NE.

Go Apple Picking at an Apple Orchard

• Apple picking in Omaha is a favorite Fall tradition. Choose from a variety of apple orchards in the Omaha area to find the best apple picking near you!

Visit a Pumpkin Patch

• Discover 16 of the Best Pumpkin Patches near Omaha, and find where you can pick pumpkins, explore corn mazes, and go on hayrides near you.

Visit an Alpaca Farm – Reservations required

• Alpacas of the Heartland – Reservations required, $8/person donation
  • Come out to the beautiful hills of Fort Calhoun, NE, and roam the pastures with the alpacas. See the crias (baby alpacas), receive carrots to feed the alpacas, relax and enjoy the picturesque views.
  • Dates are announced on their FB page. Find out more here.
  • Location: 7016 County Road 39, Fort Calhoun, NE.

Nebraska Passport Program – Runs through September 30, 2021.

• Go on a scavenger hunt across Nebraska (including several stops in the Omaha Area) and discover hidden gems. Free to participate.

Try a new place for Ice Cream

• Fall is perfect for sharing Ice Cream with friends – including the Tower, an old-fashioned Soda Fountain, and more!

Explore a Favorite Hiking or Walking Trail

• Venture on a hiking or walking trail in the Omaha area with kids!
• Some of our favorites include the Waterfall Trail at Platte River State Park and the scenic trails at Hitchcock Nature Center. 

Go on a Family Getaway

• Choose from a variety of locations that are not too far from Omaha. Explore a new destination, go on an adventure, and create new memories! 
• Day Trips, Road Trips, Cabins to Rent, and more!

Check out a Public Library Pass

Members of certain libraries can check out a pass to visit one of the following locations:

• Durham Museum – Members of all 12 Omaha Public Library branches, Bellevue Public Library, Bennington Public Library, Council Bluffs Public Library, Fremont Public Library.
• Fontenelle Forest – Members of the Omaha Public Library, Bellevue Public Library, or Council Bluffs Public Library.
• Lauritzen Gardens – Members of the Omaha Public Library, Bellevue Public Library, or Council Bluffs Public Library.

Enjoy a New Playground 

• The Omaha Area is full of neighborhood parks with walking trails, playgrounds, swings, picnic areas, and more!

Buy local and fresh at an Area Farmers Market

• Several Farmers Markets continue through Labor Day weekend. 

Get Out on the Water

• Rent a Kayak or Stand Up Paddleboard for a fun day out on the water.

Go On a Camping Trip 

• Enjoy the outdoors with tips for 8 of the best places to go camping near Omaha.

Rent a Cabin Near Omaha this Fall

• Are you looking for the perfect cabin to rent within 3 hours of Omaha? Choose from many cabin rentals near Omaha that offer a variety of activities, family-friendly amenities, and a chance to enjoy the great outdoors!

Get Outdoors to Enjoy Beautiful Fall Weather

• Discover Outdoor Fun in the Omaha Area that provides a great option for active play outdoors including Hiking Trails, Footgolf, Mini Golf, Nature Centers and Zoos, Outdoor Play Centers, Parks, Playgrounds, Water Fun, and more!

We do our best to share current information in Family Fun in Omaha, but event details may change. It is always a good idea to verify the information before visiting.

Have a wonderful fun-filled Fall season!