The Council Bluffs Public Library Youth Department hosts Mondays @ Bayliss Park this summer. All activities start at 10:30 a.m. and are geared toward kids ages 5 and under. Schedule:

The City of Omaha hosts fire hydrant parties in different neighborhoods three days a week. 2026 schedule: June 1  June 3 June 5 June 8 June 10 June 12 June 15 June 17 June 19 June 22 June 24 June 26 June 29 July 1 July 3 July 6 July 8 July 10 July 13...

Visit The RiverFront during the month of June and learn about the many contributions and impacts of the LGBTQ+ community with a storywalk featured in Gene Leahy Mall next to the Arches Playground. Pride Month is celebrated in the month of June to honor the 1969 Stonewall riots. The month of recognition works to achieve...

Fat Brain Toys regularly holds toddler-oriented activities on Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. Activities are free. Upcoming themes

The City of Council Bluffs' 2026 hydrant parties are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Locations:

Nebraska Game and Parks hosts free Community Fishing Nights throughout the state. Upcoming events include: Loaner rods and reels, bait and fishing instruction are available free to participants. Anyone over 16 needs a fishing license. A valid state park entry permit is also required for events at state park areas.

Visit The RiverFront during the month of June and learn about the many contributions and impacts of the LGBTQ+ community with a storywalk featured in Gene Leahy Mall next to the Arches Playground. Pride Month is celebrated in the month of June to honor the 1969 Stonewall riots. The month of recognition works to achieve...

“Prairie as Pattern” is a temporary exhibit highlighting beaded regalia from The Joslyn’s collection through May 2028 in the Joslyn Building, Gallery J8. Native American beadwork is a living expression of connection. In the wake of forced removal to reservations, artists grounded themselves in artistic knowledge that predates colonization, while also transforming new materials into...

The exhibition "MOTHER TIME: Measuring ourselves within the landscape," is at the Bemis Center from June 5 through Sept. 13. Opening Reception is June 5with complimentary libations and light hors d’oeuvres. Bemis Center members may arrive early for an exclusive preview of the exhibitions and Meet + Greet with exhibiting artists, directly preceding the public reception...

"Miatta Kawinzi: An Alphabet of Unfolding" is on display at Bemis Center for Contemporary Arts from June 5 through Sept. 13. Opening Reception is June 5 with complimentary libations and light hors d’oeuvres. Bemis Center members may arrive early for an exclusive preview of the exhibitions and Meet + Greet with exhibiting artists, directly preceding the...

The City of Omaha hosts fire hydrant parties in different neighborhoods three days a week. 2026 schedule: June 1  June 3 June 5 June 8 June 10 June 12 June 15 June 17 June 19 June 22 June 24 June 26 June 29 July 1 July 3 July 6 July 8 July 10 July 13...

Visit The RiverFront during the month of June and learn about the many contributions and impacts of the LGBTQ+ community with a storywalk featured in Gene Leahy Mall next to the Arches Playground. Pride Month is celebrated in the month of June to honor the 1969 Stonewall riots. The month of recognition works to achieve...

Kids Funfare is held on Thursdays in June. It's free and for all ages. Performance will take place outside next to Kinaara. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Schedule: June 4 - Dr. Oxygen Science Show June 11 - The String Beans Band June 18 - Omaha Children's Museum (Space Science Show) June 25 -...

The exhibition "MOTHER TIME: Measuring ourselves within the landscape," is at the Bemis Center from June 5 through Sept. 13. Opening Reception is June 5with complimentary libations and light hors d’oeuvres. Bemis Center members may arrive early for an exclusive preview of the exhibitions and Meet + Greet with exhibiting artists, directly preceding the public reception...

"Miatta Kawinzi: An Alphabet of Unfolding" is on display at Bemis Center for Contemporary Arts from June 5 through Sept. 13. Opening Reception is June 5 with complimentary libations and light hors d’oeuvres. Bemis Center members may arrive early for an exclusive preview of the exhibitions and Meet + Greet with exhibiting artists, directly preceding the...

The City of Council Bluffs' 2026 hydrant parties are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Locations:

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...

Vibes Concert Series is held Thursdays in the summer at Village Pointe from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The stage is located between North Italia and Meddy's. Bring your lawn chairs and treats. Outside alcohol is not permitted; there is a Brew Patio for 21+ during the concerts to purchase drinks.

Car Movie Cruise Nights are Thursdays at Quasar Drive-In during the summer. Movies start at dusk. You can reserve your tickets ahead of time online.

Quasar Drive-In offers free movies on Thursday nights in the summer; each movie benefiting a nonprofit cause. You can reserve your free tickets in advance. Movies begin at dusk. 2026 Schedule:

Visit The RiverFront during the month of June and learn about the many contributions and impacts of the LGBTQ+ community with a storywalk featured in Gene Leahy Mall next to the Arches Playground. Pride Month is celebrated in the month of June to honor the 1969 Stonewall riots. The month of recognition works to achieve...

The exhibition "MOTHER TIME: Measuring ourselves within the landscape," is at the Bemis Center from June 5 through Sept. 13. Opening Reception is June 5with complimentary libations and light hors d’oeuvres. Bemis Center members may arrive early for an exclusive preview of the exhibitions and Meet + Greet with exhibiting artists, directly preceding the public reception...

Omaha Art Fair is June 12-14 at Aksarben Village. Hours are Friday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Art fair concert schedule: Friday 1 to 3 p.m. - Blues Ed Band3:30 to 5 p.m. - Sailing in Soup5:30 to 7...

"Miatta Kawinzi: An Alphabet of Unfolding" is on display at Bemis Center for Contemporary Arts from June 5 through Sept. 13. Opening Reception is June 5 with complimentary libations and light hors d’oeuvres. Bemis Center members may arrive early for an exclusive preview of the exhibitions and Meet + Greet with exhibiting artists, directly preceding the...

The City of Omaha hosts fire hydrant parties in different neighborhoods three days a week. 2026 schedule: June 1  June 3 June 5 June 8 June 10 June 12 June 15 June 17 June 19 June 22 June 24 June 26 June 29 July 1 July 3 July 6 July 8 July 10 July 13...

Kiewit Luminarium's Science In The Park brings interactive museum experiences to The RiverFront on Friday and Saturday. The pop up science exhibits are Friday from 1 to 4 p.m. at the 13th Street Plaza at Gene Leahy Mall and Saturday from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Arrival Plaza at Lewis & Clark Landing. It...

The Music & Memories Summer Concert Series takes place on Friday nights at the amphitheater at Shadow Lake Towne Center. 2026 schedule:

Projecting Underground is a DIY pop-up microcinema made possible through Millwork Commons' support featuring free screenings spanning independent, international, cult, classic, and documentary films. Seating is limited and registration is required. Schedule:

The City of La Vista hosts free movies on the second and fourth Fridays of June and July. Pre-show activities and snack truck start at 7:30 p.m.; movie starts at dusk. Bring a blanket or chair for seating. Schedule:

Visit The RiverFront during the month of June and learn about the many contributions and impacts of the LGBTQ+ community with a storywalk featured in Gene Leahy Mall next to the Arches Playground. Pride Month is celebrated in the month of June to honor the 1969 Stonewall riots. The month of recognition works to achieve...

The free Kids Club at Lowe's offers hands-on experiences for kids and their parents. Note: Parents or guardians that are enrolled in MyLowe’s Rewards can create a free Kids Club Profile for any child under the age of 18. Kids Club activities are from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., unless otherwise noted. Upcoming events:

Omaha Art Fair is June 12-14 at Aksarben Village. Hours are Friday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Art fair concert schedule: Friday 1 to 3 p.m. - Blues Ed Band3:30 to 5 p.m. - Sailing in Soup5:30 to 7...

American Italian Heritage Society's first ever car show is June 13. There will be hot rods, feature collections, customs, trucks, bikes and more. There will also be a Jet Car demonstration, nitro cackle fests, burnout contests, vintage tractor show, and live music all day. Plus vendors and great Festa food.

The annual Omaha Juneteenth Parade, organized by the NAACP Omaha branch, processes through North Omaha on June 13 with community organizations, civic groups, schools, and performance troupes celebrating Black freedom and Omaha's deep Juneteenth tradition. The parade route is North 24th Street to Lake Street to 24th & Sprague streets.

Heartwood Kids Club is a free weekly program filled with hands-on fun designed especially for children ages 4–8. Activities can include crafts, demonstrations, creative projects or interactive experiences. Kids must be accompanied by an adult. Schedule

Head to your local JCPenney on the second Saturday of the month for Kids Zone. Kids get a free craft project, ID badge, a lanyard, and collectors pins. If they complete six projects/classes, they also get a Project Master Medallion. The free craft is available for pick up between 11 a.m. and noon, while supplies last. Upcoming events:

The exhibition "MOTHER TIME: Measuring ourselves within the landscape," is at the Bemis Center from June 5 through Sept. 13. Opening Reception is June 5with complimentary libations and light hors d’oeuvres. Bemis Center members may arrive early for an exclusive preview of the exhibitions and Meet + Greet with exhibiting artists, directly preceding the public reception...

"Miatta Kawinzi: An Alphabet of Unfolding" is on display at Bemis Center for Contemporary Arts from June 5 through Sept. 13. Opening Reception is June 5 with complimentary libations and light hors d’oeuvres. Bemis Center members may arrive early for an exclusive preview of the exhibitions and Meet + Greet with exhibiting artists, directly preceding the...

Papillion Fire Department will host hydrant parties from 1 to 2 p.m. on select days and locations this summer in Papillion and La Vista. Schedule:

Kiewit Luminarium's Science In The Park brings interactive museum experiences to The RiverFront on Friday and Saturday. The pop up science exhibits are Friday from 1 to 4 p.m. at the 13th Street Plaza at Gene Leahy Mall and Saturday from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Arrival Plaza at Lewis & Clark Landing. It...

Join Freedomtainment during the Omaha Freedom Festival CWS weekend for a powerful storytelling experience celebrating African Americans contributions to baseball. Hear live stories and dialogue with Coach Wilbert Ellis, Ralph Garr, and possible guest Dusty Baker, plus view rare artifacts and memorabilia. Featuring artifacts from the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum and the Great Plains Black...

June Game Night Challenge Series is open to couples, families, and friend groups, with prizes up for grabs. The evening also includes lawn games, food trucks, drinks, and plenty of friendly rivalry. Bar and food trucks are open from 5 to 9:30 p.m. Activity Bar is from 5 to 10 p.m. Games are from 6...

Projecting Underground is a DIY pop-up microcinema made possible through Millwork Commons' support featuring free screenings spanning independent, international, cult, classic, and documentary films. Seating is limited and registration is required. Schedule:

SumTur Amphitheater has a free family movies series featuring live music by Omaha Blues Society Blues Education Program bands to start the night followed by the movie. Gates and concessions open at 7:30 p.m. Movies and dates are subject to change.

Elkhorn Shores has a free summer movie series, Movies Under The Stars, from May to August that's open to the public. Having a campsite or reservation is not a requirement to watch the movies. Fire pits are also provided on a first come, first serve basis. Movies start at 9 p.m. Schedule:

Visit The RiverFront during the month of June and learn about the many contributions and impacts of the LGBTQ+ community with a storywalk featured in Gene Leahy Mall next to the Arches Playground. Pride Month is celebrated in the month of June to honor the 1969 Stonewall riots. The month of recognition works to achieve...

Omaha Art Fair is June 12-14 at Aksarben Village. Hours are Friday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Art fair concert schedule: Friday 1 to 3 p.m. - Blues Ed Band3:30 to 5 p.m. - Sailing in Soup5:30 to 7...

The exhibition "MOTHER TIME: Measuring ourselves within the landscape," is at the Bemis Center from June 5 through Sept. 13. Opening Reception is June 5with complimentary libations and light hors d’oeuvres. Bemis Center members may arrive early for an exclusive preview of the exhibitions and Meet + Greet with exhibiting artists, directly preceding the public reception...

"Miatta Kawinzi: An Alphabet of Unfolding" is on display at Bemis Center for Contemporary Arts from June 5 through Sept. 13. Opening Reception is June 5 with complimentary libations and light hors d’oeuvres. Bemis Center members may arrive early for an exclusive preview of the exhibitions and Meet + Greet with exhibiting artists, directly preceding the...

Join the National Park Service as they celebrate the Flag Day at the Arrival Plaza near the Discovery Playground at Lewis & Clark Landing. Visitors can learn more about the history of the holiday as well as the the history of the U.S. Flag. There will be games and National Park Rangers will be on...

Farnam Flow is a weekly outdoor yoga series with a focus on mind and body movement on Sundays from May 17 through June 28. Each session is led by certified yoga instructors from Genesis Health Clubs and all skill levels are welcome, including beginners! Bring a water bottle and mat or blanket.