Discover 16 life-like installations in a sculpture exhibit that showcases the beauty and importance of butterflies, bees, hummingbirds, and other pollinators at Lauritzen Gardens. See the iridescent exoskeletons and translucent wings of giant insects, made of steel frames and Dalle de Verre glass, and witness the interaction of sunlight and colored glass alongside the garden's...
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2 events,
Included with admission
Nelson Produce Farm's Sunflower Festival is held over two weeks, Aug. 16 through Sept. 2. More information TBA. Admission (from 2023): Monday - Thursday | 9am to 5pm | $15 gate admission Friday - Sunday | 9am to 9pm | $20 gate admission |
2 events,Discover 16 life-like installations in a sculpture exhibit that showcases the beauty and importance of butterflies, bees, hummingbirds, and other pollinators at Lauritzen Gardens. See the iridescent exoskeletons and translucent wings of giant insects, made of steel frames and Dalle de Verre glass, and witness the interaction of sunlight and colored glass alongside the garden's...
Included with admission
Nelson Produce Farm's Sunflower Festival is held over two weeks, Aug. 16 through Sept. 2. More information TBA. Admission (from 2023): Monday - Thursday | 9am to 5pm | $15 gate admission Friday - Sunday | 9am to 9pm | $20 gate admission |
3 events,Discover 16 life-like installations in a sculpture exhibit that showcases the beauty and importance of butterflies, bees, hummingbirds, and other pollinators at Lauritzen Gardens. See the iridescent exoskeletons and translucent wings of giant insects, made of steel frames and Dalle de Verre glass, and witness the interaction of sunlight and colored glass alongside the garden's...
Included with admission
Nelson Produce Farm's Sunflower Festival is held over two weeks, Aug. 16 through Sept. 2. More information TBA. Admission (from 2023): Monday - Thursday | 9am to 5pm | $15 gate admission Friday - Sunday | 9am to 9pm | $20 gate admission
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The 2023 Pollinator Jamboree: Exploring the Garden is a free event by City Sprouts. There will be refreshments and snacks available, and a community meal starting at 6:30 p.m. Activities include: Garden Tours: Shannon Kyler, North Programs Manager, will host tours throughout the event showing folks City Sprouts' new + improved community garden. Flower Crowns:...
Free
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2 events,Discover 16 life-like installations in a sculpture exhibit that showcases the beauty and importance of butterflies, bees, hummingbirds, and other pollinators at Lauritzen Gardens. See the iridescent exoskeletons and translucent wings of giant insects, made of steel frames and Dalle de Verre glass, and witness the interaction of sunlight and colored glass alongside the garden's...
Included with admission
Nelson Produce Farm's Sunflower Festival is held over two weeks, Aug. 16 through Sept. 2. More information TBA. Admission (from 2023): Monday - Thursday | 9am to 5pm | $15 gate admission Friday - Sunday | 9am to 9pm | $20 gate admission |
3 events,Discover 16 life-like installations in a sculpture exhibit that showcases the beauty and importance of butterflies, bees, hummingbirds, and other pollinators at Lauritzen Gardens. See the iridescent exoskeletons and translucent wings of giant insects, made of steel frames and Dalle de Verre glass, and witness the interaction of sunlight and colored glass alongside the garden's...
Included with admission
Nelson Produce Farm's Sunflower Festival is held over two weeks, Aug. 16 through Sept. 2. More information TBA. Admission (from 2023): Monday - Thursday | 9am to 5pm | $15 gate admission Friday - Sunday | 9am to 9pm | $20 gate admission Fishing For Younger Friends is a program is designed to get early outdoorsy types into fishing. Children ages 3-5 years will learn the names of some common Nebraska fish, make a fish print and learn to cast by playing Backyard Bass. Following the program, those who want to try fishing in the lake can see how they...
Free
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3 events,Discover 16 life-like installations in a sculpture exhibit that showcases the beauty and importance of butterflies, bees, hummingbirds, and other pollinators at Lauritzen Gardens. See the iridescent exoskeletons and translucent wings of giant insects, made of steel frames and Dalle de Verre glass, and witness the interaction of sunlight and colored glass alongside the garden's...
Included with admission
Nelson Produce Farm's Sunflower Festival is held over two weeks, Aug. 16 through Sept. 2. More information TBA. Admission (from 2023): Monday - Thursday | 9am to 5pm | $15 gate admission Friday - Sunday | 9am to 9pm | $20 gate admission Vala's will hold its Cider and Sunflower Festival on the weekends from Aug. 31 through Sept. 8. The festival will include entertainment, acres of sunflowers, gorgeous free photo opportunities, butterfly releases, flower picking, limited-time food specials and a unique opportunity to experience a guided tour of hard ciders in the apple orchard at sunset. ... |
3 events,Discover 16 life-like installations in a sculpture exhibit that showcases the beauty and importance of butterflies, bees, hummingbirds, and other pollinators at Lauritzen Gardens. See the iridescent exoskeletons and translucent wings of giant insects, made of steel frames and Dalle de Verre glass, and witness the interaction of sunlight and colored glass alongside the garden's...
Included with admission
Nelson Produce Farm's Sunflower Festival is held over two weeks, Aug. 16 through Sept. 2. More information TBA. Admission (from 2023): Monday - Thursday | 9am to 5pm | $15 gate admission Friday - Sunday | 9am to 9pm | $20 gate admission Vala's will hold its Cider and Sunflower Festival on the weekends from Aug. 31 through Sept. 8. The festival will include entertainment, acres of sunflowers, gorgeous free photo opportunities, butterfly releases, flower picking, limited-time food specials and a unique opportunity to experience a guided tour of hard ciders in the apple orchard at sunset. ... |
3 events,Discover 16 life-like installations in a sculpture exhibit that showcases the beauty and importance of butterflies, bees, hummingbirds, and other pollinators at Lauritzen Gardens. See the iridescent exoskeletons and translucent wings of giant insects, made of steel frames and Dalle de Verre glass, and witness the interaction of sunlight and colored glass alongside the garden's...
Included with admission
Nelson Produce Farm's Sunflower Festival is held over two weeks, Aug. 16 through Sept. 2. More information TBA. Admission (from 2023): Monday - Thursday | 9am to 5pm | $15 gate admission Friday - Sunday | 9am to 9pm | $20 gate admission Vala's will hold its Cider and Sunflower Festival on the weekends from Aug. 31 through Sept. 8. The festival will include entertainment, acres of sunflowers, gorgeous free photo opportunities, butterfly releases, flower picking, limited-time food specials and a unique opportunity to experience a guided tour of hard ciders in the apple orchard at sunset. ... |
1 event,Discover 16 life-like installations in a sculpture exhibit that showcases the beauty and importance of butterflies, bees, hummingbirds, and other pollinators at Lauritzen Gardens. See the iridescent exoskeletons and translucent wings of giant insects, made of steel frames and Dalle de Verre glass, and witness the interaction of sunlight and colored glass alongside the garden's...
Included with admission
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1 event,Discover 16 life-like installations in a sculpture exhibit that showcases the beauty and importance of butterflies, bees, hummingbirds, and other pollinators at Lauritzen Gardens. See the iridescent exoskeletons and translucent wings of giant insects, made of steel frames and Dalle de Verre glass, and witness the interaction of sunlight and colored glass alongside the garden's...
Included with admission
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1 event,Discover 16 life-like installations in a sculpture exhibit that showcases the beauty and importance of butterflies, bees, hummingbirds, and other pollinators at Lauritzen Gardens. See the iridescent exoskeletons and translucent wings of giant insects, made of steel frames and Dalle de Verre glass, and witness the interaction of sunlight and colored glass alongside the garden's...
Included with admission
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3 events,Discover 16 life-like installations in a sculpture exhibit that showcases the beauty and importance of butterflies, bees, hummingbirds, and other pollinators at Lauritzen Gardens. See the iridescent exoskeletons and translucent wings of giant insects, made of steel frames and Dalle de Verre glass, and witness the interaction of sunlight and colored glass alongside the garden's...
Included with admission
Vala's will hold its Cider and Sunflower Festival on the weekends from Aug. 31 through Sept. 8. The festival will include entertainment, acres of sunflowers, gorgeous free photo opportunities, butterfly releases, flower picking, limited-time food specials and a unique opportunity to experience a guided tour of hard ciders in the apple orchard at sunset. ... The annual hot air balloon event, Fields of Flight, will be held at Ditmars Orchard & Vineyard. The event highlight is a balloon glow and live music. Orchard activities will not be available during Fields of Flight, though the playground will be open. There will be vendors at the event. No private balloon rides will...
$30
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3 events,The annual hot air balloon event, Fields of Flight, will be held at Ditmars Orchard & Vineyard. The event highlight is a balloon glow and live music. Orchard activities will not be available during Fields of Flight, though the playground will be open. There will be vendors at the event. No private balloon rides will...
$30
Discover 16 life-like installations in a sculpture exhibit that showcases the beauty and importance of butterflies, bees, hummingbirds, and other pollinators at Lauritzen Gardens. See the iridescent exoskeletons and translucent wings of giant insects, made of steel frames and Dalle de Verre glass, and witness the interaction of sunlight and colored glass alongside the garden's...
Included with admission
Vala's will hold its Cider and Sunflower Festival on the weekends from Aug. 31 through Sept. 8. The festival will include entertainment, acres of sunflowers, gorgeous free photo opportunities, butterfly releases, flower picking, limited-time food specials and a unique opportunity to experience a guided tour of hard ciders in the apple orchard at sunset. ... |
3 events,The annual hot air balloon event, Fields of Flight, will be held at Ditmars Orchard & Vineyard. The event highlight is a balloon glow and live music. Orchard activities will not be available during Fields of Flight, though the playground will be open. There will be vendors at the event. No private balloon rides will...
$30
Discover 16 life-like installations in a sculpture exhibit that showcases the beauty and importance of butterflies, bees, hummingbirds, and other pollinators at Lauritzen Gardens. See the iridescent exoskeletons and translucent wings of giant insects, made of steel frames and Dalle de Verre glass, and witness the interaction of sunlight and colored glass alongside the garden's...
Included with admission
Vala's will hold its Cider and Sunflower Festival on the weekends from Aug. 31 through Sept. 8. The festival will include entertainment, acres of sunflowers, gorgeous free photo opportunities, butterfly releases, flower picking, limited-time food specials and a unique opportunity to experience a guided tour of hard ciders in the apple orchard at sunset. ... |
1 event,Discover 16 life-like installations in a sculpture exhibit that showcases the beauty and importance of butterflies, bees, hummingbirds, and other pollinators at Lauritzen Gardens. See the iridescent exoskeletons and translucent wings of giant insects, made of steel frames and Dalle de Verre glass, and witness the interaction of sunlight and colored glass alongside the garden's...
Included with admission
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1 event,Discover 16 life-like installations in a sculpture exhibit that showcases the beauty and importance of butterflies, bees, hummingbirds, and other pollinators at Lauritzen Gardens. See the iridescent exoskeletons and translucent wings of giant insects, made of steel frames and Dalle de Verre glass, and witness the interaction of sunlight and colored glass alongside the garden's...
Included with admission
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1 event,Discover 16 life-like installations in a sculpture exhibit that showcases the beauty and importance of butterflies, bees, hummingbirds, and other pollinators at Lauritzen Gardens. See the iridescent exoskeletons and translucent wings of giant insects, made of steel frames and Dalle de Verre glass, and witness the interaction of sunlight and colored glass alongside the garden's...
Included with admission
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1 event,Discover 16 life-like installations in a sculpture exhibit that showcases the beauty and importance of butterflies, bees, hummingbirds, and other pollinators at Lauritzen Gardens. See the iridescent exoskeletons and translucent wings of giant insects, made of steel frames and Dalle de Verre glass, and witness the interaction of sunlight and colored glass alongside the garden's...
Included with admission
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2 events,Discover 16 life-like installations in a sculpture exhibit that showcases the beauty and importance of butterflies, bees, hummingbirds, and other pollinators at Lauritzen Gardens. See the iridescent exoskeletons and translucent wings of giant insects, made of steel frames and Dalle de Verre glass, and witness the interaction of sunlight and colored glass alongside the garden's...
Included with admission
Vala's will hold its Cider and Sunflower Festival on the weekends from Aug. 31 through Sept. 8. The festival will include entertainment, acres of sunflowers, gorgeous free photo opportunities, butterfly releases, flower picking, limited-time food specials and a unique opportunity to experience a guided tour of hard ciders in the apple orchard at sunset. ... |
4 events,Discover 16 life-like installations in a sculpture exhibit that showcases the beauty and importance of butterflies, bees, hummingbirds, and other pollinators at Lauritzen Gardens. See the iridescent exoskeletons and translucent wings of giant insects, made of steel frames and Dalle de Verre glass, and witness the interaction of sunlight and colored glass alongside the garden's...
Included with admission
Nelson Produce Farm will holds it annual Truck and Tractor Days on Sept. 16 and 17. Get a close up look at the machines that make up Nebraska agriculture. There will be antique tractors, modern day farming equipment, and heavy duty machinery on display. Kids and adults can take tractor and semi truck rides. Kids...
$20
Vala's will hold its Cider and Sunflower Festival on the weekends from Aug. 31 through Sept. 8. The festival will include entertainment, acres of sunflowers, gorgeous free photo opportunities, butterfly releases, flower picking, limited-time food specials and a unique opportunity to experience a guided tour of hard ciders in the apple orchard at sunset. ... |
4 events,Discover 16 life-like installations in a sculpture exhibit that showcases the beauty and importance of butterflies, bees, hummingbirds, and other pollinators at Lauritzen Gardens. See the iridescent exoskeletons and translucent wings of giant insects, made of steel frames and Dalle de Verre glass, and witness the interaction of sunlight and colored glass alongside the garden's...
Included with admission
Nelson Produce Farm will holds it annual Truck and Tractor Days on Sept. 16 and 17. Get a close up look at the machines that make up Nebraska agriculture. There will be antique tractors, modern day farming equipment, and heavy duty machinery on display. Kids and adults can take tractor and semi truck rides. Kids...
$20
Vala's will hold its Cider and Sunflower Festival on the weekends from Aug. 31 through Sept. 8. The festival will include entertainment, acres of sunflowers, gorgeous free photo opportunities, butterfly releases, flower picking, limited-time food specials and a unique opportunity to experience a guided tour of hard ciders in the apple orchard at sunset. ... |
1 event,Discover 16 life-like installations in a sculpture exhibit that showcases the beauty and importance of butterflies, bees, hummingbirds, and other pollinators at Lauritzen Gardens. See the iridescent exoskeletons and translucent wings of giant insects, made of steel frames and Dalle de Verre glass, and witness the interaction of sunlight and colored glass alongside the garden's...
Included with admission
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1 event,Discover 16 life-like installations in a sculpture exhibit that showcases the beauty and importance of butterflies, bees, hummingbirds, and other pollinators at Lauritzen Gardens. See the iridescent exoskeletons and translucent wings of giant insects, made of steel frames and Dalle de Verre glass, and witness the interaction of sunlight and colored glass alongside the garden's...
Included with admission
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1 event,Discover 16 life-like installations in a sculpture exhibit that showcases the beauty and importance of butterflies, bees, hummingbirds, and other pollinators at Lauritzen Gardens. See the iridescent exoskeletons and translucent wings of giant insects, made of steel frames and Dalle de Verre glass, and witness the interaction of sunlight and colored glass alongside the garden's...
Included with admission
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1 event,Discover 16 life-like installations in a sculpture exhibit that showcases the beauty and importance of butterflies, bees, hummingbirds, and other pollinators at Lauritzen Gardens. See the iridescent exoskeletons and translucent wings of giant insects, made of steel frames and Dalle de Verre glass, and witness the interaction of sunlight and colored glass alongside the garden's...
Included with admission
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3 events,Discover 16 life-like installations in a sculpture exhibit that showcases the beauty and importance of butterflies, bees, hummingbirds, and other pollinators at Lauritzen Gardens. See the iridescent exoskeletons and translucent wings of giant insects, made of steel frames and Dalle de Verre glass, and witness the interaction of sunlight and colored glass alongside the garden's...
Included with admission
Fishing For Younger Friends is a program is designed to get early outdoorsy types into fishing. Children ages 3-5 years will learn the names of some common Nebraska fish, make a fish print and learn to cast by playing Backyard Bass. Following the program, those who want to try fishing in the lake can see how they...
Free
Powerful telescopes will be set up at Mahoney State Park’s golf shack for a glimpse of night sky spectaculars. The event is free to the public, but you will need a valid Nebraska park entry permit for your vehicle. Stargazing will begin at dusk. Remember to bring your camp chairs or blankets! Telescopes will be provided....
Free
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3 events,Discover 16 life-like installations in a sculpture exhibit that showcases the beauty and importance of butterflies, bees, hummingbirds, and other pollinators at Lauritzen Gardens. See the iridescent exoskeletons and translucent wings of giant insects, made of steel frames and Dalle de Verre glass, and witness the interaction of sunlight and colored glass alongside the garden's...
Included with admission
Gifford Farm's Fall Festival will be held on Sept. 21 with live music, hayrack rides, vendors and character appearances. Cost is $6 per person (cash or check only) for everyone ages 2+. Some activities are an additional fee.
$6
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Night Skies at Lauritzen Gardens, with members of the Omaha Astronomical Society, allows participants to observe faint deep-sky objects, planets, and the moon in the darkness of the garden. This program includes a tram ride out to the rose garden and a viewing of the gorgeous night sky using the Omaha Astronomical Society’s telescopes. Cost is $20...
Free
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1 event,Discover 16 life-like installations in a sculpture exhibit that showcases the beauty and importance of butterflies, bees, hummingbirds, and other pollinators at Lauritzen Gardens. See the iridescent exoskeletons and translucent wings of giant insects, made of steel frames and Dalle de Verre glass, and witness the interaction of sunlight and colored glass alongside the garden's...
Included with admission
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1 event,Discover 16 life-like installations in a sculpture exhibit that showcases the beauty and importance of butterflies, bees, hummingbirds, and other pollinators at Lauritzen Gardens. See the iridescent exoskeletons and translucent wings of giant insects, made of steel frames and Dalle de Verre glass, and witness the interaction of sunlight and colored glass alongside the garden's...
Included with admission
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2 events,Discover 16 life-like installations in a sculpture exhibit that showcases the beauty and importance of butterflies, bees, hummingbirds, and other pollinators at Lauritzen Gardens. See the iridescent exoskeletons and translucent wings of giant insects, made of steel frames and Dalle de Verre glass, and witness the interaction of sunlight and colored glass alongside the garden's...
Included with admission
Hitch Hikes are designed to introduce visitors to Hitchcock Nature Center as well as the Loess Hills. The series begins with a moderate-level hike and will get progressively more challenging as they build up to more difficult and longer hikes in the fall. Pre-registration is not required for this event, although free-will donations will be...
Free
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1 event,Discover 16 life-like installations in a sculpture exhibit that showcases the beauty and importance of butterflies, bees, hummingbirds, and other pollinators at Lauritzen Gardens. See the iridescent exoskeletons and translucent wings of giant insects, made of steel frames and Dalle de Verre glass, and witness the interaction of sunlight and colored glass alongside the garden's...
Included with admission
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1 event,Discover 16 life-like installations in a sculpture exhibit that showcases the beauty and importance of butterflies, bees, hummingbirds, and other pollinators at Lauritzen Gardens. See the iridescent exoskeletons and translucent wings of giant insects, made of steel frames and Dalle de Verre glass, and witness the interaction of sunlight and colored glass alongside the garden's...
Included with admission
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2 events,Discover 16 life-like installations in a sculpture exhibit that showcases the beauty and importance of butterflies, bees, hummingbirds, and other pollinators at Lauritzen Gardens. See the iridescent exoskeletons and translucent wings of giant insects, made of steel frames and Dalle de Verre glass, and witness the interaction of sunlight and colored glass alongside the garden's...
Included with admission
Fontenelle Forest's next guided Full Moon Hike in June 2. The program will include an educational discussion of the nocturnal animals around the Forest and a brief talk into the lore of full moons. The guided hike will proceed after the discussion. S’mores around the bonfire after the hike. Future Full Moon Hikes: July 7 Aug....
$10 – $20
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1 event,Discover 16 life-like installations in a sculpture exhibit that showcases the beauty and importance of butterflies, bees, hummingbirds, and other pollinators at Lauritzen Gardens. See the iridescent exoskeletons and translucent wings of giant insects, made of steel frames and Dalle de Verre glass, and witness the interaction of sunlight and colored glass alongside the garden's...
Included with admission
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1 event,Discover 16 life-like installations in a sculpture exhibit that showcases the beauty and importance of butterflies, bees, hummingbirds, and other pollinators at Lauritzen Gardens. See the iridescent exoskeletons and translucent wings of giant insects, made of steel frames and Dalle de Verre glass, and witness the interaction of sunlight and colored glass alongside the garden's...
Included with admission
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