Summer in Omaha will look a little different this year, but there are still many fun events and activities to look forward to!

Enjoy an adventure-filled summer full of memories and experiences with this Omaha Summer Fun Guide, FULL of the best things to do with kids in Omaha! Enjoy an adventure-filled summer full of memories and experiences!

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SUMMER 2020 FAMILY FUN GUIDE

2020 FREE Summer Fun Guide

PLEASE NOTE: As things continue to change during this time, it is always a good idea to verify details before visiting. Please make sure you are following recommended social distancing practices while you are out.

Things to Do in the Omaha Area this Summer with Kids

SPLASH IN A SPRAYGROUND

Splash in one of the city Spraygrounds and Splash Parks that are scheduled to open June 1st!

READ BOOKS ALL SUMMER FOR PRIZES

Engage your kids in many of the wonderful local and national summer reading programs available for kids and teens, with great rewards and prizes, plus exciting virtual events this year!

WATCH A MOVIE UNDER THE STARS

Find many Free Outdoor Movies under the stars, Kids Film Series, and more all Summer in the Omaha Area!

SEE THE BEAUTIFUL BUTTERFLY BENCHES

Throughout the Summer, see the beautiful “Wings Over Papillion” Butterfly Bench Public Art Project with uniquely painted butterfly benches throughout Papillion!

TRY A NEW PLACE FOR ICE CREAM

Summertime is perfect for sharing Ice Cream with friends – including the Tower (pictured), $2 Tuesdays at eCreamery, an old-fashioned Soda Fountain, and more!

Discover many Favorite Ice Cream Places in Omaha here!

HAVE FUN ON THE FARM

Known for its beautiful Sunflower Field in the Fall, this farm offers family fun all Summer, too!

Animals, activities, U-Pick, Market, and more family fun at this farm near Omaha!

EXPLORE A HIKING TRAIL

Venture on a hiking or walking trail in the Omaha area with kids!

EXPLORE A NEW PLAYGROUND

Explore a new park or playground. The Omaha Area is full of neighborhood parks with walking trails, playgrounds, swings, picnic areas, and more!

VISIT A DRIVE-IN THEATER

Marcus Theatres® welcomes Parking Lot Cinema to its Twin Creek Theatre for the Summer Season!

VISIT THE OMAHA ZOO

The Omaha Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium just announced that they will open back up on June 1st! See some of the special accommodations here.

JUMP IN A POOL OR WATERPARK

Even though many pools and waterparks in the Omaha Area are closed for 2020, some are opening and many are TBA.

EXPLORE THE WATERFALL TRAIL AT PLATTE RIVER STATE PARK

Hike the waterfall trail at Platte River State Park!

VISIT HITCHCOCK NATURE CENTER

Experience beautiful scenery and a variety of hikes at Hitchcock Nature Center!

KIDS BOWL FREE

Kids Bowl Free is a nationwide program that provides kids with two free games every day all summer!

CHALLENGE YOURSELF ON A ROPES COURSE

Challenge yourself on the TreeRush Adventure Course at Fontenelle Forest!

PARTICIPATE IN THE NEBRASKA PASSPORT PROGRAM

Go on a scavenger hunt across Nebraska (including several stops in the Omaha Area) and particpate in the FREE Nebraska Passport program.

VISIT THE SAC MUSEUM

Visit the SAC Museum and explore their current exhibits.

BUY LOCAL AT AN AREA FARMERS MARKET

Visit a local Farmers Market.

EXCITING OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES IN OMAHA

Discover Outdoor Fun in the Omaha Area that provide 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!