Rediscover classic yard games at Lauritzen Gardens this summer. Garden Games will run through Sept. 2, 2024. From croquet, to card games and from I-SPY® to giant chess, compete with your family and friends outdoors. Included with paid garden admission or membership.
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4 events,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 Gifford Farm will be open to the public on Mondays from March 23 through Oct. 30 (except for Memorial Day & Labor Day), and every Friday from Aug. 3 through Oct. 30. Visitors can engage with farm animals and enjoy a hayride. The nature trail will be open. Cost is $6 per for visitors ages...
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2 events,Rediscover classic yard games at Lauritzen Gardens this summer. Garden Games will run through Sept. 2, 2024. From croquet, to card games and from I-SPY® to giant chess, compete with your family and friends outdoors. Included with paid garden admission or membership. 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,Rediscover classic yard games at Lauritzen Gardens this summer. Garden Games will run through Sept. 2, 2024. From croquet, to card games and from I-SPY® to giant chess, compete with your family and friends outdoors. Included with paid garden admission or membership. 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,Rediscover classic yard games at Lauritzen Gardens this summer. Garden Games will run through Sept. 2, 2024. From croquet, to card games and from I-SPY® to giant chess, compete with your family and friends outdoors. Included with paid garden admission or membership. 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,Rediscover classic yard games at Lauritzen Gardens this summer. Garden Games will run through Sept. 2, 2024. From croquet, to card games and from I-SPY® to giant chess, compete with your family and friends outdoors. Included with paid garden admission or membership. 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,Rediscover classic yard games at Lauritzen Gardens this summer. Garden Games will run through Sept. 2, 2024. From croquet, to card games and from I-SPY® to giant chess, compete with your family and friends outdoors. Included with paid garden admission or membership. 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,Rediscover classic yard games at Lauritzen Gardens this summer. Garden Games will run through Sept. 2, 2024. From croquet, to card games and from I-SPY® to giant chess, compete with your family and friends outdoors. Included with paid garden admission or membership. 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. ... |
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Dogs love going on an adventure. This year, plan a night out with your furry friend during Leashes at Lauritzen. These events are enjoyable nights for dogs to walk the trails, meet other dogs, take photos among the flowers and foliage, sniff all the things, and meet other dog lovers. Water will be available at stations throughout the... Rediscover classic yard games at Lauritzen Gardens this summer. Garden Games will run through Sept. 2, 2024. From croquet, to card games and from I-SPY® to giant chess, compete with your family and friends outdoors. Included with paid garden admission or membership. 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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Nebraska Forest Service hosts the Forest Festival Family Fun Night on Sept. 6. Activities run from 4 to 8 p.m.; admission ends at 7:30. Free hot dog meals will be provided (first-come, first-served). Activities include tree-climbing, inflatable axe throwing, archery, wildlife encounters, hiking trails, hayrack rides, kids' games, nature scavenger hunts, and much more. Activities...
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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...
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Fontenelle Forest's guided sunset hikes include an hour and a half naturalist-guided hike though easy to moderate terrain of the forest. Trekking poles will be available on a first come, first serve basis. Participants will be let in at the front gate and will meet outside on Dennis Plaza (behind the Nature Center). Cost is $10... |
2 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
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. ... |
2 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
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. ... |
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Dogs love going on an adventure. This year, plan a night out with your furry friend during Leashes at Lauritzen. These events are enjoyable nights for dogs to walk the trails, meet other dogs, take photos among the flowers and foliage, sniff all the things, and meet other dog lovers. Water will be available at stations throughout the... Gifford Farm will be open to the public on Mondays from March 23 through Oct. 30 (except for Memorial Day & Labor Day), and every Friday from Aug. 3 through Oct. 30. Visitors can engage with farm animals and enjoy a hayride. The nature trail will be open. Cost is $6 per for visitors ages...
$6
Gifford Farm will be open to the public on Mondays from March 23 through Oct. 30 (except for Memorial Day & Labor Day), and every Friday from Aug. 3 through Oct. 30. Visitors can engage with farm animals and enjoy a hayride. The nature trail will be open. Cost is $6 per for visitors ages...
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The Schramm After Dark program, Spider Night Hike, is a guided hike along Hackberry Trail. Bring your own flashlight or headlamp to search for webs and arachnids. The program is free, but a valid State Park Vehicle Entry Permit is required. Meet at the park shelter next to Pond A (the first pond as you enter...
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The Nebraska Star Party at Mahoney State Park will feature access to powerful telescopes set up at the park’s golf shack for a glimpse of the 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. Bring camp... |
1 event,Fontenelle Forest is offering a new program in 2024: Family Wild Days. Family Wild Days is like going to camp with your kids. Held at Camp Brewster Lodge, Fontenelle Forest educators will facilitate family-friendly competitions and crafts, as well as lead a hike on one of the private trails of Camp Brewster and finish with a scavenger hunt... |
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2 events,Gifford Farm will be open to the public on Mondays from March 23 through Oct. 30 (except for Memorial Day & Labor Day), and every Friday from Aug. 3 through Oct. 30. Visitors can engage with farm animals and enjoy a hayride. The nature trail will be open. Cost is $6 per for visitors ages...
$6
Gifford Farm will be open to the public on Mondays from March 23 through Oct. 30 (except for Memorial Day & Labor Day), and every Friday from Aug. 3 through Oct. 30. Visitors can engage with farm animals and enjoy a hayride. The nature trail will be open. Cost is $6 per for visitors ages...
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1 event,Join us for a family program that connects nature-inspired books with the great outdoors! In order for curious minds to bloom, it is essential to plant a love of reading at a young age. Join Omaha Public Library in the garden for stories that celebrate plants, insects, gardens and more, and discover the joys of nature, movement, music,...
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1 event,Have you ever hiked under a full moon? Or wondered what comes out after dark in the Forest? Find out on a Fontenelle Forest guided Full Moon Hike! Hikes will begin no later than 30 minutes after the event start time, so be sure to arrive on time. All hikes will include an educational discussion of... |
1 event,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.
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2 events,Gifford Farm will be open to the public on Mondays from March 23 through Oct. 30 (except for Memorial Day & Labor Day), and every Friday from Aug. 3 through Oct. 30. Visitors can engage with farm animals and enjoy a hayride. The nature trail will be open. Cost is $6 per for visitors ages...
$6
Gifford Farm will be open to the public on Mondays from March 23 through Oct. 30 (except for Memorial Day & Labor Day), and every Friday from Aug. 3 through Oct. 30. Visitors can engage with farm animals and enjoy a hayride. The nature trail will be open. Cost is $6 per for visitors ages...
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Try archery, sling shots and atlatl in the field behind the Bur Oak Shelter at Mahoney State Park. Each of these methods of shooting require participants to use a simple machine to project an object at a target. Test your precision and accuracy with each of the three tools. All ages are welcome. Activity is...
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Crawdad Creek is a unique water area inside Platte River State Park. During this activity, net and identify the critters you find and discuss their role in the ecosystem. Bring extra clothes, towels, bug spray, etc. Activity is free, but valid state park permit required for entry.
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Platte River State Park will provide paddle-craft, kayak or canoe, for this who want to try floating on Jenny Newman Lake. Activity takes place at Owen Landing. Paddling is available for all skill levels and equipment is provided. Participants must fit in a life jacket to participate. Activity is free, but valid state park permit required for...
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1 event,Fontenelle Forest's Critter Adventures is a program for kids ages 9 to 12 (and their caregivers) who love animals and want to learn more about them. Each session will focus on a different topic from habitats to adaptations, and will have the opportunity to meet some of our education animals up-close, hands-on activities and crafts. It... |
1 event,Explore Nebraska’s prairies, wetlands and forests at Fontenelle Forest’s Habitat Hikes. Join Fontenelle Forest naturalist educators on a guided hike through these different habitats and learn about each of these unique ecosystems. Habitat Hikes are held monthly to visit different locations and discover habitat changes each season. The hike is free for Fontenelle Forest members and... |
2 events,Gifford Farm will be open to the public on Mondays from March 23 through Oct. 30 (except for Memorial Day & Labor Day), and every Friday from Aug. 3 through Oct. 30. Visitors can engage with farm animals and enjoy a hayride. The nature trail will be open. Cost is $6 per for visitors ages...
$6
Gifford Farm will be open to the public on Mondays from March 23 through Oct. 30 (except for Memorial Day & Labor Day), and every Friday from Aug. 3 through Oct. 30. Visitors can engage with farm animals and enjoy a hayride. The nature trail will be open. Cost is $6 per for visitors ages...
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2 events,They Aren’t That Spooky is an educational program at Mahoney State Park in October. The park naturalists will teach people to love things like bats, spiders and snakes for their unique adaptations and their positive impact on the ecosystem. Meet at the Nature Center. Free, but a valid Nebraska state park vehicle permit is required for entry. Fontenelle Forest's guided sunset hikes include an hour and a half naturalist-guided hike though easy to moderate terrain of the forest. Trekking poles will be available on a first come, first serve basis. Participants will be let in at the front gate and will meet outside on Dennis Plaza (behind the Nature Center). Cost is $10... |
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Celebrating the history, people and culture of Japan, the Omaha Sister Cities Association and Lauritzen Gardens are honored to present the Japanese Ambience Festival. Festival features include: origami, calligraphy, koinobori, ikebana and bonsai demonstrations and food tastings. Special performances include: taiko drumming, koto music, and martial arts demonstrations. Join us to salute our sister city of Shizuoka, Japan, and... They Aren’t That Spooky is an educational program at Mahoney State Park in October. The park naturalists will teach people to love things like bats, spiders and snakes for their unique adaptations and their positive impact on the ecosystem. Meet at the Nature Center. Free, but a valid Nebraska state park vehicle permit is required for entry. |
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Celebrating the history, people and culture of Japan, the Omaha Sister Cities Association and Lauritzen Gardens are honored to present the Japanese Ambience Festival. Festival features include: origami, calligraphy, koinobori, ikebana and bonsai demonstrations and food tastings. Special performances include: taiko drumming, koto music, and martial arts demonstrations. Join us to salute our sister city of Shizuoka, Japan, and... |