Activities ranging from yoga classes to art workshops are offered regularly at The RiverFront (mainly at the Gene Leahy Mall, unless otherwise noted). The schedule below includes only the free events. * These event times are subject to change and/or cancellation without my knowledge. Always double-check with the RiverFront's calendar before going.
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3 events,Fat Brain Toys regularly holds toddler-oriented activities on Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. Activities are free. Upcoming themes
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Marshall Ganz, PhD, is Senior Lecturer in Leadership, Organizing, and Civil Society at the Harvard University Kennedy School of Government. His lecture will outline how ordinary people can work together to turn the resources they have into the power they need to achieve real social, political, and institutional change Ganz is one of the world's... |
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5 events,Activities ranging from yoga classes to art workshops are offered regularly at The RiverFront (mainly at the Gene Leahy Mall, unless otherwise noted). The schedule below includes only the free events. * These event times are subject to change and/or cancellation without my knowledge. Always double-check with the RiverFront's calendar before going. Biscuit will visit Omaha Public Library branches this fall for a special story time. Schedule:
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Each Friday, head to The Riverfront to meet animals from Scatter Joy Acres. Meet the animals at the 11th Street Promenade east of the Performance Pavilion.
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Benson First Friday is a year-round event held in the Benson Creative Arts District on the first Friday of each month. Visitors can walk to events and exhibitions located in neighborhood galleries and businesses. Seasonally, there is a street market and other outdoor activities. BFF also sponsors programming in the neighborhood including youth engagement, hands-on...
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7 events,Vendors set up in the Old Market at 11th and Jackson streets. The Old Market Farmers Market is held on Saturday mornings from early May to mid-October. The dates for 2025 are: Saturdays, May 3 through Oct. 11, 2025. The market is open from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
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Fort Atkinson State Historical Park hosts historical re-enactment weekends monthly from May to October, as well as a special candle light tour in November. Learn more about the experience here. Living History Weekends are free, but a valid state park entry permit is required. The Candle Light Tour on Nov. 1 is $20 for adults... Omaha North Hills Pottery Tour is an annual event held at working studios and other local attractions. More than 20 local and national clay artists will be featured. The tour is a free, self-guided tour consisting of four stops. It's an open house-style event, where you can shop and meet the makers. 2025 stops:
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6 events,Vendors set up at Aksarben Village along 67th Street and Mercy Road. You can shop the Aksarben Village Farmers Market on Sundays from early May to mid-October. You can shop the Aksarben Village Farmers Market on Sundays from early May to mid-October. The 2025 dates are: Sundays, May 4 to Oct. 12, 2025 The market... Fort Atkinson State Historical Park hosts historical re-enactment weekends monthly from May to October, as well as a special candle light tour in November. Learn more about the experience here. Living History Weekends are free, but a valid state park entry permit is required. The Candle Light Tour on Nov. 1 is $20 for adults... Omaha North Hills Pottery Tour is an annual event held at working studios and other local attractions. More than 20 local and national clay artists will be featured. The tour is a free, self-guided tour consisting of four stops. It's an open house-style event, where you can shop and meet the makers. 2025 stops:
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2 events,Fat Brain Toys regularly holds toddler-oriented activities on Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. Activities are free. Upcoming themes Biscuit will visit Omaha Public Library branches this fall for a special story time. Schedule:
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1 event,Biscuit will visit Omaha Public Library branches this fall for a special story time. Schedule:
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3 events,Activities ranging from yoga classes to art workshops are offered regularly at The RiverFront (mainly at the Gene Leahy Mall, unless otherwise noted). The schedule below includes only the free events. * These event times are subject to change and/or cancellation without my knowledge. Always double-check with the RiverFront's calendar before going. Biscuit will visit Omaha Public Library branches this fall for a special story time. Schedule:
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Omaha Public Library holds Silent Reading Parties on the second Thursday of the month. In this nontraditional book club, there are no assigned readings – you just read what you bring. OPL's Mobile Library, aka Poppy, will be there, as well. Read for an hour and then socialize...or not. 2024 schedule Sept. 12 at Lewis And...
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2 events,Each Friday, head to The Riverfront to meet animals from Scatter Joy Acres. Meet the animals at the 11th Street Promenade east of the Performance Pavilion.
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The third annual Costume Night at Cochran Park in Council Bluffs, Iowa, is Oct. 10. There will be free hamburgers, as well as vendors selling food. Activities include: Pumpkin painting, movie, light-up balloon animals, glow sports, Imagination Playground (big blue blocks), music, Council Bluffs Public Library Station, and prizes.Â
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6 events,Vendors set up in the Old Market at 11th and Jackson streets. The Old Market Farmers Market is held on Saturday mornings from early May to mid-October. The dates for 2025 are: Saturdays, May 3 through Oct. 11, 2025. The market is open from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
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Biscuit will visit Omaha Public Library branches this fall for a special story time. Schedule:
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This celebration celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with a vibrant celebration of culture, creativity, and community. The free, all-ages event features bilingual games and crafts that highlight the rich traditions of Hispanic cultures.
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3 events,Activities ranging from yoga classes to art workshops are offered regularly at The RiverFront (mainly at the Gene Leahy Mall, unless otherwise noted). The schedule below includes only the free events. * These event times are subject to change and/or cancellation without my knowledge. Always double-check with the RiverFront's calendar before going. Vendors set up at Aksarben Village along 67th Street and Mercy Road. You can shop the Aksarben Village Farmers Market on Sundays from early May to mid-October. You can shop the Aksarben Village Farmers Market on Sundays from early May to mid-October. The 2025 dates are: Sundays, May 4 to Oct. 12, 2025 The market... Heartwood Fall Fest is a two-day, family-friendly festival featuring complimentary pumpkins and a decorating station, petting zoo and mini horse rides, nine-hole mini golf, live music, food trucks and fall-themed carnival games. Champion snow sculptor and international competitor Matt Seeley with Team Nebraska Snow Sculpting will be on hand to carve giant display pumpkins for...
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1 event,Film Streams and the Builders District will host the free outdoor movie series, On The Green. The screenings take place three blocks northwest of Film Streams' Ruth Sokolof Theater. Each film starts at 8 p.m. 2025 schedule: |
1 event,Fat Brain Toys regularly holds toddler-oriented activities on Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. Activities are free. Upcoming themes |
1 event,Activities ranging from yoga classes to art workshops are offered regularly at The RiverFront (mainly at the Gene Leahy Mall, unless otherwise noted). The schedule below includes only the free events. * These event times are subject to change and/or cancellation without my knowledge. Always double-check with the RiverFront's calendar before going. |
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3 events,Each Friday, head to The Riverfront to meet animals from Scatter Joy Acres. Meet the animals at the 11th Street Promenade east of the Performance Pavilion.
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Families are invited to make art in The Union’s Youth Studios. Activities and materials may include: Legos, weaving, clay, sculpture, beading, and more. These events are free and open to the public. No registration required to participate.
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Families are invited to make art in The Union’s Youth Studios. Activities and materials may include: Legos, weaving, clay, sculpture, beading, and more. These events are free and open to the public. No registration required to participate.
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4 events,Omaha Parks and NE Game & Parks offer a free event twice this year, with all equipment is provided.
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The Omaha Kite Festival will feature Great American Kites throughout two days at Heartwood Park. In addition to the kite flying, there will be candy drops from the sky for kids, food trucks, family games, and other activities. Bring chairs and blankets to sit on.
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3 events,Activities ranging from yoga classes to art workshops are offered regularly at The RiverFront (mainly at the Gene Leahy Mall, unless otherwise noted). The schedule below includes only the free events. * These event times are subject to change and/or cancellation without my knowledge. Always double-check with the RiverFront's calendar before going. The Omaha Kite Festival will feature Great American Kites throughout two days at Heartwood Park. In addition to the kite flying, there will be candy drops from the sky for kids, food trucks, family games, and other activities. Bring chairs and blankets to sit on.
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Beats, Bites & Autumn Nights is an Old Market fall festival presented by The Dubliner Pub & Old Market Omaha, featuring the Old Market Witches Walk 2025, the Urban Pumpkin Patch, and live music. The Witches Walk starts at 4 p.m. with awards at 5. Dress up for costume contests, dine and sip spooky cocktails...
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1 event,Fat Brain Toys regularly holds toddler-oriented activities on Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. Activities are free. Upcoming themes |
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The Annual St. Andrew's Trunk or Treat is Oct. 22 in the church parking lot. There will be candy and activities for kids of all ages.
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Halloween Safe Night is Oct. 23 at Papillion Landing Field House. Trick or treat, games, and costume contest included.Â
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Halloween at the Hoff is Oct. 24 from 4 to 10 p.m. featuring trick-or-treating, live music, a pop-up restaurant, costume contests, and more. Schedule of events:
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Omaha Public Library branches host Spooktacular events for the Halloween season. Put on your costume—or come as you are—and enjoy a not-so-spooky storytime followed by trick-or-treating, a scavenger hunt, crafts, and more. Registration may be required for some locations. Dates:
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Hoff Fourth Friday is a monthly evening event at the Hoff Family Arts & Culture Center. Expect a pop-up restaurant, live music, open galleries and studios, and more.
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Celebrate the store's 23rd birthday featuring Bluey and Miss Pam the Balloon Artist. Free cookies will also be served.
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Jim Krantz is returning home to share his new book, "Frontier," published by London-based art publisher GOST. "Frontier" is the culmination of decades of work. More than a collection of photographs, the work explores Krantz’s evolution as an artist, tracing his lifelong engagement with the American West in images that feel at once cinematic and...
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The RiverFront's annual fall celebration takes place on Oct. 25. There will be trick-or-treat stations, activities, and a movie.
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2 events,Activities ranging from yoga classes to art workshops are offered regularly at The RiverFront (mainly at the Gene Leahy Mall, unless otherwise noted). The schedule below includes only the free events. * These event times are subject to change and/or cancellation without my knowledge. Always double-check with the RiverFront's calendar before going.
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Halloween Bash at Unity of Omaha starts with a 10:30 a.m. service (come in costume), followed by trick-or-treating indoors from 12:30 to 2 p.m. and Halloween Music Bingo at 3 p.m. (free with prizes).
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2 events,Omaha Public Library branches host Spooktacular events for the Halloween season. Put on your costume—or come as you are—and enjoy a not-so-spooky storytime followed by trick-or-treating, a scavenger hunt, crafts, and more. Registration may be required for some locations. Dates:
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Omaha Public Library is hosting a pirate treasure at the Sorensen branch! Come make a compass, learn about maps, and then use both to find treasure hidden around the library. The is a free event for children ages 8-12. Registration is required and opens Sept. 15. Call 402-444-5274 or email as-managers@omahalibrary.org to register.
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1 event,Fat Brain Toys regularly holds toddler-oriented activities on Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. Activities are free. Upcoming themes |
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1 event,Omaha Public Library branches host Spooktacular events for the Halloween season. Put on your costume—or come as you are—and enjoy a not-so-spooky storytime followed by trick-or-treating, a scavenger hunt, crafts, and more. Registration may be required for some locations. Dates:
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Winterland Ice Skating at Heartwood Park runs from Nov. 1 through Feb. 1, 2026. Ice skating and skate rentals are free, courtesy of Applied Underwriters. Visitors can view the schedule and reserve their 90-minute skating sessions now. While reservations are encouraged, a limited number of walk-ups will be accommodated on a first-come, first-served basis. Winterland...
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Art-Tastic Saturdays is held on the first Saturdays of the month at The Joslyn from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., featuring gallery activities, special presentations, and creative exploration designed for all ages.
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Fort Atkinson State Historical Park hosts historical re-enactment weekends monthly from May to October, as well as a special candle light tour in November. Learn more about the experience here. Living History Weekends are free, but a valid state park entry permit is required. The Candle Light Tour on Nov. 1 is $20 for adults... |
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Winterland Ice Skating at Heartwood Park runs from Nov. 1 through Feb. 1, 2026. Ice skating and skate rentals are free, courtesy of Applied Underwriters. Visitors can view the schedule and reserve their 90-minute skating sessions now. While reservations are encouraged, a limited number of walk-ups will be accommodated on a first-come, first-served basis. Winterland...
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The annual Omaha Public Library event, Storybook Land, includes something special this year: OPL's mascot, Scamper the Prairie Dog, is celebrating a birthday. Meet and greet Scamper's friends and your favorite storybook characters including Very Hungry Caterpillar, Pancake Pig, Taco Dragon, and Biscuit. After each storytime, sing to Scamper and celebrate with treats. Children will...
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