"Insect Adventure" is at Lee G. Simmons Wildlife Safari Park from May 3 through Oct. 5. It's included with park admission. This display includes 35 supersized animatronic insects and spiders from around the world. Enjoy a self-guided exploration with familiar favorites, like the monarch butterfly, honeybees, and the black widow spider, while encountering unique species...
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Events
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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. "Insect Adventure" is at Lee G. Simmons Wildlife Safari Park from May 3 through Oct. 5. It's included with park admission. This display includes 35 supersized animatronic insects and spiders from around the world. Enjoy a self-guided exploration with familiar favorites, like the monarch butterfly, honeybees, and the black widow spider, while encountering unique species... |
1 event,"Insect Adventure" is at Lee G. Simmons Wildlife Safari Park from May 3 through Oct. 5. It's included with park admission. This display includes 35 supersized animatronic insects and spiders from around the world. Enjoy a self-guided exploration with familiar favorites, like the monarch butterfly, honeybees, and the black widow spider, while encountering unique species... |
1 event,"Insect Adventure" is at Lee G. Simmons Wildlife Safari Park from May 3 through Oct. 5. It's included with park admission. This display includes 35 supersized animatronic insects and spiders from around the world. Enjoy a self-guided exploration with familiar favorites, like the monarch butterfly, honeybees, and the black widow spider, while encountering unique species... |
4 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. "Insect Adventure" is at Lee G. Simmons Wildlife Safari Park from May 3 through Oct. 5. It's included with park admission. This display includes 35 supersized animatronic insects and spiders from around the world. Enjoy a self-guided exploration with familiar favorites, like the monarch butterfly, honeybees, and the black widow spider, while encountering unique species... Meditation Classes are held Fridays and Saturdays at the southeast corner of Standing Bear Lake. Use the 132nd Street and Himebaugh Avenue parking lot. Minimum age for the class is 10 years old. Bring a towel, a pillow to sit on (optional), comfortable clothes, closed-toed shoes, and a jacket or a blanket to keep warm.
$5
Park naturalists at Platte River State Park will host beginner astronomy activities Fridays in October. Make a constellation, use a star chart to identify seasonal stars, examine a moon globe and compare it to the moon you see in the sky and more. Use what you learn late at night as the stars become visible.... |
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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... "Insect Adventure" is at Lee G. Simmons Wildlife Safari Park from May 3 through Oct. 5. It's included with park admission. This display includes 35 supersized animatronic insects and spiders from around the world. Enjoy a self-guided exploration with familiar favorites, like the monarch butterfly, honeybees, and the black widow spider, while encountering unique species... Meditation Classes are held Fridays and Saturdays at the southeast corner of Standing Bear Lake. Use the 132nd Street and Himebaugh Avenue parking lot. Minimum age for the class is 10 years old. Bring a towel, a pillow to sit on (optional), comfortable clothes, closed-toed shoes, and a jacket or a blanket to keep warm.
$5
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2 events,
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... "Insect Adventure" is at Lee G. Simmons Wildlife Safari Park from May 3 through Oct. 5. It's included with park admission. This display includes 35 supersized animatronic insects and spiders from around the world. Enjoy a self-guided exploration with familiar favorites, like the monarch butterfly, honeybees, and the black widow spider, while encountering unique species... |
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...
$6
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0 events,
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0 events,
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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. |
5 events,Meditation Classes are held Fridays and Saturdays at the southeast corner of Standing Bear Lake. Use the 132nd Street and Himebaugh Avenue parking lot. Minimum age for the class is 10 years old. Bring a towel, a pillow to sit on (optional), comfortable clothes, closed-toed shoes, and a jacket or a blanket to keep warm.
$5
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...
$6
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2 events,Meditation Classes are held Fridays and Saturdays at the southeast corner of Standing Bear Lake. Use the 132nd Street and Himebaugh Avenue parking lot. Minimum age for the class is 10 years old. Bring a towel, a pillow to sit on (optional), comfortable clothes, closed-toed shoes, and a jacket or a blanket to keep warm.
$5
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Halloween fun is planned on Oct. 11 at the Owen Marina located inside Mahoney State Park. Activities include: Pumpkins will be available to purchase for $6 in limited quantity. Carving and decorating tools will be provided. There will also be a campground decorating contest. Those with a campsite can win prizes. There will be trolleys... |
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. |
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...
$6
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0 events,
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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. |
0 events,
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4 events,Meditation Classes are held Fridays and Saturdays at the southeast corner of Standing Bear Lake. Use the 132nd Street and Himebaugh Avenue parking lot. Minimum age for the class is 10 years old. Bring a towel, a pillow to sit on (optional), comfortable clothes, closed-toed shoes, and a jacket or a blanket to keep warm.
$5
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...
$6
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1 event,Meditation Classes are held Fridays and Saturdays at the southeast corner of Standing Bear Lake. Use the 132nd Street and Himebaugh Avenue parking lot. Minimum age for the class is 10 years old. Bring a towel, a pillow to sit on (optional), comfortable clothes, closed-toed shoes, and a jacket or a blanket to keep warm.
$5
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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. |
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...
$6
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1 event,Gouge A Gourd activities will be held on Oct. 21 & 28 from 1 to 2:30 p.m., and Oct. 25 from 1 to 4 p.m. at Mahoney State Park. Learn how to use the primitive spear throwing device called an atlatl and throw it at pumpkins. Activity is held behind the Bur Oak Shelter. It’s free...
Free
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0 events,
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4 events,Meditation Classes are held Fridays and Saturdays at the southeast corner of Standing Bear Lake. Use the 132nd Street and Himebaugh Avenue parking lot. Minimum age for the class is 10 years old. Bring a towel, a pillow to sit on (optional), comfortable clothes, closed-toed shoes, and a jacket or a blanket to keep warm.
$5
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...
$6
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Canceled
Dirt Time
Canceled
Dirt Time
Dirt Time is a drop-in program is geared toward families with children but is accessible for curious folks of all ages. Held at Acorn Acres at Fontenelle Forest, participants explore tracks, scat, and more to find out who has been visiting the play area. The program can be messy, so dress appropriately. Bring shoes that can... Meditation Classes are held Fridays and Saturdays at the southeast corner of Standing Bear Lake. Use the 132nd Street and Himebaugh Avenue parking lot. Minimum age for the class is 10 years old. Bring a towel, a pillow to sit on (optional), comfortable clothes, closed-toed shoes, and a jacket or a blanket to keep warm.
$5
Gouge A Gourd activities will be held on Oct. 21 & 28 from 1 to 2:30 p.m., and Oct. 25 from 1 to 4 p.m. at Mahoney State Park. Learn how to use the primitive spear throwing device called an atlatl and throw it at pumpkins. Activity is held behind the Bur Oak Shelter. It’s free...
Free
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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. |
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...
$6
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1 event,Gouge A Gourd activities will be held on Oct. 21 & 28 from 1 to 2:30 p.m., and Oct. 25 from 1 to 4 p.m. at Mahoney State Park. Learn how to use the primitive spear throwing device called an atlatl and throw it at pumpkins. Activity is held behind the Bur Oak Shelter. It’s free...
Free
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0 events,
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0 events,
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3 events,Meditation Classes are held Fridays and Saturdays at the southeast corner of Standing Bear Lake. Use the 132nd Street and Himebaugh Avenue parking lot. Minimum age for the class is 10 years old. Bring a towel, a pillow to sit on (optional), comfortable clothes, closed-toed shoes, and a jacket or a blanket to keep warm.
$5
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...
$6
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3 events,
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...
Free
Ditmars Orchard's Pumpkin Smash is Nov. 1 and 2. For just $10 per person, you get access to the smash zone, a pumpkin to pulverize, and a moment of pure, unapologetic release. Chuck it, whack it, drop it — transform frustration into confetti (pumpkin-style).
$10
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,
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...
Free
Ditmars Orchard's Pumpkin Smash is Nov. 1 and 2. For just $10 per person, you get access to the smash zone, a pumpkin to pulverize, and a moment of pure, unapologetic release. Chuck it, whack it, drop it — transform frustration into confetti (pumpkin-style).
$10
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