The Events Calendar by Oh My! Omaha
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Week of Events
Frida y Diego Community Art Show
Frida y Diego Community Art Show runs from April 12 through May 23, and features work by more than 25 local artists. Participating artists were asked to submit works influenced by the relationship of Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera, their artistic endeavors, or Día de Los Muertos. The opening reception is April 12 from 4...
Frida y Diego Community Art Show
Frida y Diego Community Art Show runs from April 12 through May 23, and features work by more than 25 local artists. Participating artists were asked to submit works influenced by the relationship of Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera, their artistic endeavors, or Día de Los Muertos. The opening reception is April 12 from 4...
Frida y Diego Community Art Show
Frida y Diego Community Art Show runs from April 12 through May 23, and features work by more than 25 local artists. Participating artists were asked to submit works influenced by the relationship of Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera, their artistic endeavors, or Día de Los Muertos. The opening reception is April 12 from 4...
Frida y Diego Community Art Show
Frida y Diego Community Art Show runs from April 12 through May 23, and features work by more than 25 local artists. Participating artists were asked to submit works influenced by the relationship of Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera, their artistic endeavors, or Día de Los Muertos. The opening reception is April 12 from 4...
Family Exploration Overnight Safaris
Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium offers overnight safari experiences for families designed to introduce youth and adults to science, ecosystems, and zoology. The overnight stays introduce families to ecology, species biology, and spark interest in zoo conservation and husbandry through hands-on labs and activities. Cost is $75 per person and includes an exploration activity, overnight...
Monday, May 20, 2024
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May 20, 2024 -Nebraska’s Deep Roots
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May 20, 2024 -Ice Age Adventure
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May 20, 2024 -Gifford Farm Public Days
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May 20, 2024 -Gifford Farm Public Days
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May 20, 2024 -Joslyn Castle Public Tours
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May 20, 2024 -Free Art Activities
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May 20, 2024 -Joslyn Castle Public Tours
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May 20, 2024 -Once Upon A Time At The Castle
Nebraska’s Deep Roots
Fontenelle Forest is celebrating the 200-year anniversary of the Fontenelle Trading Post with a history exhibit located in the Baright Gallery. "Nebraska's Deep Roots" tells the story of how the Fontenelle Trading Post came to be and what a trading post during the 1800’s may have looked like. It's open daily at the Fontenelle Forest Nature...
Ice Age Adventure
Experience the coolest adventure in town at "Ice Age Adventure," the all-new exhibit at Lee G. Simmons Wildlife Safari Park opening Friday, May 3. Thirty-eight prehistoric animals from the Ice Age will come to life in a drive-through, interactive experience. It is included with Safari Park admission. The Wildlife Safari Park will have special experiences including daily educational...
Gifford Farm Public Days
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...
Gifford Farm Public Days
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...
Joslyn Castle Public Tours
The Scottish Baronial mansion in the heart of Midtown Omaha has been enchanting visitors since the doors first opened in 1903. Public tours include the main, second and third floor. The tour begins with a 10-minute video overview of George and Sarah Joslyn's story, followed by a room-by-room guided tour. The length of the tour...
Free Art Activities
Learning Express regularly holds free art-making and craft activities on Monday mornings, while supplies last. Activities start at 11 a.m. Upcoming Activities: May 13: Make Sand Art Bottles May 20: DIY Banana Split Slime May 27: Memorial Day Patriotic Sensory Bin
Joslyn Castle Public Tours
The Scottish Baronial mansion in the heart of Midtown Omaha has been enchanting visitors since the doors first opened in 1903. Public tours include the main, second and third floor. The tour begins with a 10-minute video overview of George and Sarah Joslyn's story, followed by a room-by-room guided tour. The length of the tour...
Once Upon A Time At The Castle
Joslyn Castle & Gardens and the Omaha Public Library hold story time at the castle on the third Monday of the month from May to September. A youth librarian from Omaha Public Library reading classic fairy tales from around the globe. After story time, kids will reenact the tales using costumes, props, and the castle gardens...
Tuesday, May 21, 2024
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May 21, 2024 -Nebraska’s Deep Roots
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May 21, 2024 -Ocean Bound
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May 21, 2024 -Ice Age Adventure
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May 21, 2024 -Mud Pies
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May 21, 2024 -Toytopia
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May 21, 2024 -Play Clothes
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May 21, 2024 -Toddler Tuesday
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May 21, 2024 -Creative Tonies Storytime
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May 21, 2024 -Two Volcanoes
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May 21, 2024 -Cartoon For Kids
Nebraska’s Deep Roots
Fontenelle Forest is celebrating the 200-year anniversary of the Fontenelle Trading Post with a history exhibit located in the Baright Gallery. "Nebraska's Deep Roots" tells the story of how the Fontenelle Trading Post came to be and what a trading post during the 1800’s may have looked like. It's open daily at the Fontenelle Forest Nature...
Ocean Bound
The temporary exhibit, Ocean Bound, is on display through May 24, 2024. Embark on a journey through watersheds to see how everyone’s actions on land affect our ocean. Ocean Bound presents watershed science in four themed exhibit clusters. The exhibit is included with museum admission.
Ice Age Adventure
Experience the coolest adventure in town at "Ice Age Adventure," the all-new exhibit at Lee G. Simmons Wildlife Safari Park opening Friday, May 3. Thirty-eight prehistoric animals from the Ice Age will come to life in a drive-through, interactive experience. It is included with Safari Park admission. The Wildlife Safari Park will have special experiences including daily educational...
Mud Pies
Fontenelle Forest's Mudpies is a structured program for children ages 3-5 held on Tuesdays and Thursdays that encourages exploration of nature and interaction between a child and their caregiver. Each week, a natural science topic is explored through crafts, outdoor exploration, songs, stories, hikes and more. Cost is $8 per child. Members must sign in...
Toytopia
The traveling exhibit "Toytopia" runs March 9 - May 26 at The Durham Museum. "Toytopia" will showcase specialty exhibits from toymakers including: Hasbro®, Duncan Yo-Yo®, Schleich®, Breyer®, Crayola®, KNEX® (Lincoln Logs®) and many more. The exhibit is open during regular museum hours and is included with museum admission. What was your childhood passion? Jump roping? Star Wars®...
Play Clothes
The Durham Museum presents the exhibit "Play Clothes: Celebrating Rose Theater Costume Designer Sherri Geerdes" from March to May 26, 2024. Included with museum admission. For the past 40 years, costume designer Sherri Geerdes has delighted young people as her creations brought life to beloved characters on stage. In her early days with the Emmy Gifford Children’s...
Toddler Tuesday
Fat Brain Toys regularly holds toddler-oriented activities on Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. Activities are free. Upcoming themes Feb. 18 - Kindermusik with Overton Music Studios Feb. 25 - Premier Martial Arts March 4 - The Mouse Mansion with Miss Tina March 11 - Tales of Leprechauns and Magic with Miss M March 18 - Amazing...
Creative Tonies Storytime
Learning Express and Creative Tonies story time is on May 21. Kids can customize their own Creative Tonie with the markers, paints, and jewel stickers provided. It holds up to 90 minutes of space to record or download content. The Tonie Storytime book will be "The Rattlin Bog." The event is free for all ages. First come,...
Two Volcanoes
The Union for Contemporary Art will display London-based artist Alicia Reyes McNamara's "Two volcanoes grow together, two rivers lay side by side," an investigation into the queering of Mexican and Irish folklore and rituals in which beings and landscapes mutate and shapeshift, creating a personal imaginary in forms of embodiment. The collection of dream-like paintings reimagines femme centered folklore...
Cartoon For Kids
A free kid's art workshop on drawing cartoons with water colors will be held weekly at Curry In A Hurry with John Borgeson.
Wednesday, May 22, 2024
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May 22, 2024 -Nebraska’s Deep Roots
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May 22, 2024 -Ocean Bound
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May 22, 2024 -Ice Age Adventure
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May 22, 2024 -Toytopia
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May 22, 2024 -Play Clothes
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May 22, 2024 -Frida Kahlo And The Blue House Exhibit
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May 22, 2024 -Two Volcanoes
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May 22, 2024 -Wednesday Night Workouts
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May 22, 2024 -Omaha Storm Chasers Games
Nebraska’s Deep Roots
Fontenelle Forest is celebrating the 200-year anniversary of the Fontenelle Trading Post with a history exhibit located in the Baright Gallery. "Nebraska's Deep Roots" tells the story of how the Fontenelle Trading Post came to be and what a trading post during the 1800’s may have looked like. It's open daily at the Fontenelle Forest Nature...
Ocean Bound
The temporary exhibit, Ocean Bound, is on display through May 24, 2024. Embark on a journey through watersheds to see how everyone’s actions on land affect our ocean. Ocean Bound presents watershed science in four themed exhibit clusters. The exhibit is included with museum admission.
Ice Age Adventure
Experience the coolest adventure in town at "Ice Age Adventure," the all-new exhibit at Lee G. Simmons Wildlife Safari Park opening Friday, May 3. Thirty-eight prehistoric animals from the Ice Age will come to life in a drive-through, interactive experience. It is included with Safari Park admission. The Wildlife Safari Park will have special experiences including daily educational...
Toytopia
The traveling exhibit "Toytopia" runs March 9 - May 26 at The Durham Museum. "Toytopia" will showcase specialty exhibits from toymakers including: Hasbro®, Duncan Yo-Yo®, Schleich®, Breyer®, Crayola®, KNEX® (Lincoln Logs®) and many more. The exhibit is open during regular museum hours and is included with museum admission. What was your childhood passion? Jump roping? Star Wars®...
Play Clothes
The Durham Museum presents the exhibit "Play Clothes: Celebrating Rose Theater Costume Designer Sherri Geerdes" from March to May 26, 2024. Included with museum admission. For the past 40 years, costume designer Sherri Geerdes has delighted young people as her creations brought life to beloved characters on stage. In her early days with the Emmy Gifford Children’s...
Frida Kahlo And The Blue House Exhibit
El Museo Latino presents the special exhibit "Frida Kahlo and the Blue House Exhibit" through July 27. The exhibit presents color photographs of the architecture and interior spaces of the Blue House created by Cristina Kahlo, as well as vintage black and white photographs taken by Diego Rivera, Antonio Kahlo, Lola Alvarez Bravo, Florence Arquín...
Two Volcanoes
The Union for Contemporary Art will display London-based artist Alicia Reyes McNamara's "Two volcanoes grow together, two rivers lay side by side," an investigation into the queering of Mexican and Irish folklore and rituals in which beings and landscapes mutate and shapeshift, creating a personal imaginary in forms of embodiment. The collection of dream-like paintings reimagines femme centered folklore...
Wednesday Night Workouts
The Wednesday Night Workout Series is a free outdoor workout, sponsored by Methodist Health System and led by licensed instructors from Genesis Health Clubs. Attendees are welcome and encouraged to bring a water bottle and blanket or mat. 2024 Schedule: May 22 – Zumba May 29 – Mixxed Fit June 5 – Pound June 12...
Omaha Storm Chasers Games
The Omaha Storm Chasers is the area's AAA baseball team. Home games are played Werner Park. Here's a look at their 2025 season: April 1 at 6:35 p.m. (Magnet Schedule Giveaway) April 2 at 12:05 p.m. April 3 at 6:35 p.m. ($3 Thursday) April 4 at 6:35 p.m. April 5 at 2:05 p.m. April 6...
Thursday, May 23, 2024
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May 23, 2024 -Nebraska’s Deep Roots
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May 23, 2024 -Ocean Bound
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May 23, 2024 -Ice Age Adventure
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May 23, 2024 -Mud Pies
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May 23, 2024 -Toytopia
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May 23, 2024 -Play Clothes
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May 23, 2024 -Frida Kahlo And The Blue House Exhibit
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May 23, 2024 -Joslyn Castle Public Tours
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May 23, 2024 -Two Volcanoes
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May 23, 2024 -Classic Car Night
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May 23, 2024 -Farmers Market Council Bluffs
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May 23, 2024 -Omaha Storm Chasers Games
Nebraska’s Deep Roots
Fontenelle Forest is celebrating the 200-year anniversary of the Fontenelle Trading Post with a history exhibit located in the Baright Gallery. "Nebraska's Deep Roots" tells the story of how the Fontenelle Trading Post came to be and what a trading post during the 1800’s may have looked like. It's open daily at the Fontenelle Forest Nature...
Ocean Bound
The temporary exhibit, Ocean Bound, is on display through May 24, 2024. Embark on a journey through watersheds to see how everyone’s actions on land affect our ocean. Ocean Bound presents watershed science in four themed exhibit clusters. The exhibit is included with museum admission.
Ice Age Adventure
Experience the coolest adventure in town at "Ice Age Adventure," the all-new exhibit at Lee G. Simmons Wildlife Safari Park opening Friday, May 3. Thirty-eight prehistoric animals from the Ice Age will come to life in a drive-through, interactive experience. It is included with Safari Park admission. The Wildlife Safari Park will have special experiences including daily educational...
Mud Pies
Fontenelle Forest's Mudpies is a structured program for children ages 3-5 held on Tuesdays and Thursdays that encourages exploration of nature and interaction between a child and their caregiver. Each week, a natural science topic is explored through crafts, outdoor exploration, songs, stories, hikes and more. Cost is $8 per child. Members must sign in...
Toytopia
The traveling exhibit "Toytopia" runs March 9 - May 26 at The Durham Museum. "Toytopia" will showcase specialty exhibits from toymakers including: Hasbro®, Duncan Yo-Yo®, Schleich®, Breyer®, Crayola®, KNEX® (Lincoln Logs®) and many more. The exhibit is open during regular museum hours and is included with museum admission. What was your childhood passion? Jump roping? Star Wars®...
Play Clothes
The Durham Museum presents the exhibit "Play Clothes: Celebrating Rose Theater Costume Designer Sherri Geerdes" from March to May 26, 2024. Included with museum admission. For the past 40 years, costume designer Sherri Geerdes has delighted young people as her creations brought life to beloved characters on stage. In her early days with the Emmy Gifford Children’s...
Frida Kahlo And The Blue House Exhibit
El Museo Latino presents the special exhibit "Frida Kahlo and the Blue House Exhibit" through July 27. The exhibit presents color photographs of the architecture and interior spaces of the Blue House created by Cristina Kahlo, as well as vintage black and white photographs taken by Diego Rivera, Antonio Kahlo, Lola Alvarez Bravo, Florence Arquín...
Joslyn Castle Public Tours
The Scottish Baronial mansion in the heart of Midtown Omaha has been enchanting visitors since the doors first opened in 1903. Public tours include the main, second and third floor. The tour begins with a 10-minute video overview of George and Sarah Joslyn's story, followed by a room-by-room guided tour. The length of the tour...
Two Volcanoes
The Union for Contemporary Art will display London-based artist Alicia Reyes McNamara's "Two volcanoes grow together, two rivers lay side by side," an investigation into the queering of Mexican and Irish folklore and rituals in which beings and landscapes mutate and shapeshift, creating a personal imaginary in forms of embodiment. The collection of dream-like paintings reimagines femme centered folklore...
Classic Car Night
Quaker Steak & Lube's Classic Car Night is every Thursday from 4 to 10 p.m. through Oct. 10. There will be a DJ, beer garden, and food specials.
Farmers Market Council Bluffs
The Farmers Market Council Bluffs is held in downtown Council Bluffs, Iowa, around the city’s Bayliss Park at First Avenue and Pearl Street. The farmers market is held on Thursday evenings from May to September, and features seasonal and weekly vendors, as well as wellness activities like yoga and children’s activities. There’s also usually live...
Omaha Storm Chasers Games
The Omaha Storm Chasers is the area's AAA baseball team. Home games are played Werner Park. Here's a look at their 2025 season: April 1 at 6:35 p.m. (Magnet Schedule Giveaway) April 2 at 12:05 p.m. April 3 at 6:35 p.m. ($3 Thursday) April 4 at 6:35 p.m. April 5 at 2:05 p.m. April 6...
Friday, May 24, 2024
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May 24, 2024 -Nebraska’s Deep Roots
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May 24, 2024 -Ocean Bound
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May 24, 2024 -Ice Age Adventure
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May 24, 2024 -Toytopia
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May 24, 2024 -Play Clothes
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May 24, 2024 -Two Volcanoes
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May 24, 2024 -Joslyn Castle Public Tours
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May 24, 2024 -Frida Kahlo And The Blue House Exhibit
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May 24, 2024 -Joslyn Castle Public Tours
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May 24, 2024 -Food Truck Fridays
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May 24, 2024 -Hoff Fourth Friday
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May 24, 2024 -PACE New Masters
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May 24, 2024 -Omaha Storm Chasers Games
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May 24, 2024 -Falconwood Summer At The Drive-In
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May 24, 2024 -Summer Melodramas
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May 24, 2024 -Music Of David Bowie
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May 24, 2024 -Full Moon Hike
Nebraska’s Deep Roots
Fontenelle Forest is celebrating the 200-year anniversary of the Fontenelle Trading Post with a history exhibit located in the Baright Gallery. "Nebraska's Deep Roots" tells the story of how the Fontenelle Trading Post came to be and what a trading post during the 1800’s may have looked like. It's open daily at the Fontenelle Forest Nature...
Ocean Bound
The temporary exhibit, Ocean Bound, is on display through May 24, 2024. Embark on a journey through watersheds to see how everyone’s actions on land affect our ocean. Ocean Bound presents watershed science in four themed exhibit clusters. The exhibit is included with museum admission.
Ice Age Adventure
Experience the coolest adventure in town at "Ice Age Adventure," the all-new exhibit at Lee G. Simmons Wildlife Safari Park opening Friday, May 3. Thirty-eight prehistoric animals from the Ice Age will come to life in a drive-through, interactive experience. It is included with Safari Park admission. The Wildlife Safari Park will have special experiences including daily educational...
Toytopia
The traveling exhibit "Toytopia" runs March 9 - May 26 at The Durham Museum. "Toytopia" will showcase specialty exhibits from toymakers including: Hasbro®, Duncan Yo-Yo®, Schleich®, Breyer®, Crayola®, KNEX® (Lincoln Logs®) and many more. The exhibit is open during regular museum hours and is included with museum admission. What was your childhood passion? Jump roping? Star Wars®...
Play Clothes
The Durham Museum presents the exhibit "Play Clothes: Celebrating Rose Theater Costume Designer Sherri Geerdes" from March to May 26, 2024. Included with museum admission. For the past 40 years, costume designer Sherri Geerdes has delighted young people as her creations brought life to beloved characters on stage. In her early days with the Emmy Gifford Children’s...
Two Volcanoes
The Union for Contemporary Art will display London-based artist Alicia Reyes McNamara's "Two volcanoes grow together, two rivers lay side by side," an investigation into the queering of Mexican and Irish folklore and rituals in which beings and landscapes mutate and shapeshift, creating a personal imaginary in forms of embodiment. The collection of dream-like paintings reimagines femme centered folklore...
Joslyn Castle Public Tours
The Scottish Baronial mansion in the heart of Midtown Omaha has been enchanting visitors since the doors first opened in 1903. Public tours include the main, second and third floor. The tour begins with a 10-minute video overview of George and Sarah Joslyn's story, followed by a room-by-room guided tour. The length of the tour...
Frida Kahlo And The Blue House Exhibit
El Museo Latino presents the special exhibit "Frida Kahlo and the Blue House Exhibit" through July 27. The exhibit presents color photographs of the architecture and interior spaces of the Blue House created by Cristina Kahlo, as well as vintage black and white photographs taken by Diego Rivera, Antonio Kahlo, Lola Alvarez Bravo, Florence Arquín...
Joslyn Castle Public Tours
The Scottish Baronial mansion in the heart of Midtown Omaha has been enchanting visitors since the doors first opened in 1903. Public tours include the main, second and third floor. The tour begins with a 10-minute video overview of George and Sarah Joslyn's story, followed by a room-by-room guided tour. The length of the tour...
Food Truck Fridays
Food Truck Fridays will be held May 3, 10, 17 and 24 to celebrate the opening of the new water park, the Prime Time H20 Zone.
Hoff Fourth Friday
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.
PACE New Masters
The Third Annual PACE New Masters 2024 exhibit, presented by Kathleen Pyper, is on display at the Hoff Family Arts & Culture Center from May 24 through Sept. 28, 2024. The juried exhibition features 40+ professional photographers depicting realism landscapes, figures, and portraits. The opening night reception is May 24 from 6 to 9 p.m. On opening...
Omaha Storm Chasers Games
The Omaha Storm Chasers is the area's AAA baseball team. Home games are played Werner Park. Here's a look at their 2025 season: April 1 at 6:35 p.m. (Magnet Schedule Giveaway) April 2 at 12:05 p.m. April 3 at 6:35 p.m. ($3 Thursday) April 4 at 6:35 p.m. April 5 at 2:05 p.m. April 6...
Falconwood Summer At The Drive-In
Falconwood Park's Summer At The Drive-In Series starts May 24. Gates open at 7 p.m. and movies start at dusk. Drive-in spaces are first come, first served. Bring chairs and blankets in the event of being directed to parking in the back lot. Admission is $5 per person for everyone ages 5 and older. Children ages 4...
Summer Melodramas
Popcorn Productions, LLC and Mahoney State Park present melodramas each summer. This year, there are three shows in production: "B Mine Forever," "Phantom of Dark Grove," and "Gary Botter and the Divining Sphere." Tickets are $9 for adults and $7 for children (ages 12 and under). Family package price is $28 for two adults and two...
Music Of David Bowie
Omaha Symphony presents "The Music Of David Bowie," featuring a band, charismatic vocalists, and a full orchestra for an immersion in the spacey rock, jazz, funk, and dance elements that exemplify his legendary musical contributions.
Full Moon Hike
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...
Saturday, May 25, 2024
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May 25, 2024 -Nebraska’s Deep Roots
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May 25, 2024 -Ice Age Adventure
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May 25, 2024 -Memorial Day Weekend At Platte River State Park
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May 25, 2024 -Power Up
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May 25, 2024 -Garden Games
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May 25, 2024 -Toytopia
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May 25, 2024 -Play Clothes
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May 25, 2024 -Patriotic Parade
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May 25, 2024 -Festival Of Trains
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May 25, 2024 -Two Volcanoes
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May 25, 2024 -Critter Adventures
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May 25, 2024 -Frida Kahlo And The Blue House Exhibit
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May 25, 2024 -Kids Jamboree Days
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May 25, 2024 -Dog Days Of Summer
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May 25, 2024 -PACE New Masters
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May 25, 2024 -Safety Day
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May 25, 2024 -Family Wild Edible Walk
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May 25, 2024 -Habitat Hikes
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May 25, 2024 -What Are You, Lou Book Launch
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May 25, 2024 -Flags Of Our Mothers
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May 25, 2024 -Black Of Night
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May 25, 2024 -Rock The C Concert
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May 25, 2024 -Omaha Storm Chasers Games
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May 25, 2024 -Saturdays @ Stinson Concert Series
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May 25, 2024 -Canceled Iowa Rampage Arena Football
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May 25, 2024 -Falconwood Summer At The Drive-In
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May 25, 2024 -Summer Melodramas
Nebraska’s Deep Roots
Fontenelle Forest is celebrating the 200-year anniversary of the Fontenelle Trading Post with a history exhibit located in the Baright Gallery. "Nebraska's Deep Roots" tells the story of how the Fontenelle Trading Post came to be and what a trading post during the 1800’s may have looked like. It's open daily at the Fontenelle Forest Nature...
Ice Age Adventure
Experience the coolest adventure in town at "Ice Age Adventure," the all-new exhibit at Lee G. Simmons Wildlife Safari Park opening Friday, May 3. Thirty-eight prehistoric animals from the Ice Age will come to life in a drive-through, interactive experience. It is included with Safari Park admission. The Wildlife Safari Park will have special experiences including daily educational...
Memorial Day Weekend At Platte River State Park
There are several programs planned at Platte River State Park to celebrate Memorial Day Weekend. Activities are free, but a valid park permit is required. May 25 Beginner Fishing from 9 a.m. to noon at Owen Landing Pond Critter Ecology from 1 to 3 p.m. at Crawdad Creek The Nature Center will be open from...
Power Up
Omaha Children's Museum will open the temporary exhibit "Power Up" from May 25 through April 20, 2025 (extended run). In the exhibit, families can explore five practices that can supercharge your well-being: Physical activity, emotional health, nutrition, relationships, and creative expression. Power Up teaches kids that they have the power to create a happy and...
Garden Games
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.
Toytopia
The traveling exhibit "Toytopia" runs March 9 - May 26 at The Durham Museum. "Toytopia" will showcase specialty exhibits from toymakers including: Hasbro®, Duncan Yo-Yo®, Schleich®, Breyer®, Crayola®, KNEX® (Lincoln Logs®) and many more. The exhibit is open during regular museum hours and is included with museum admission. What was your childhood passion? Jump roping? Star Wars®...
Play Clothes
The Durham Museum presents the exhibit "Play Clothes: Celebrating Rose Theater Costume Designer Sherri Geerdes" from March to May 26, 2024. Included with museum admission. For the past 40 years, costume designer Sherri Geerdes has delighted young people as her creations brought life to beloved characters on stage. In her early days with the Emmy Gifford Children’s...
Patriotic Parade
The Patriotic Parade in the Old Market of downtown Omaha honors the nation’s military, first Responders and Gold Star Families, while inspiring love of country in Americans of all ages. 2024 schedule TBA.
Festival Of Trains
Festival of Trains In The Park is an event for both children and adults, featuring operating model trains, a bounce house, yard games, and more activities.
Two Volcanoes
The Union for Contemporary Art will display London-based artist Alicia Reyes McNamara's "Two volcanoes grow together, two rivers lay side by side," an investigation into the queering of Mexican and Irish folklore and rituals in which beings and landscapes mutate and shapeshift, creating a personal imaginary in forms of embodiment. The collection of dream-like paintings reimagines femme centered folklore...
Critter Adventures
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...
Frida Kahlo And The Blue House Exhibit
El Museo Latino presents the special exhibit "Frida Kahlo and the Blue House Exhibit" through July 27. The exhibit presents color photographs of the architecture and interior spaces of the Blue House created by Cristina Kahlo, as well as vintage black and white photographs taken by Diego Rivera, Antonio Kahlo, Lola Alvarez Bravo, Florence Arquín...
Kids Jamboree Days
Kids Jamboree Days feature complimentary entertainment including face painting, balloon twisting, magicians, as well as sweet treats from Cold Stone Creamery. Activities are weather-dependent.
Dog Days Of Summer
Union Pacific Railroad Museum kicks off summer with the Dog Days of Summer on May 25. Visitors can learn about summer safety with special guests the Council Bluffs Police Department, the Council Bluffs Fire Department, and the Midlands Humane Society. Activities include sidewalk chalk and designing a dog to add to the museum's dog park or to...
PACE New Masters
The Third Annual PACE New Masters 2024 exhibit, presented by Kathleen Pyper, is on display at the Hoff Family Arts & Culture Center from May 24 through Sept. 28, 2024. The juried exhibition features 40+ professional photographers depicting realism landscapes, figures, and portraits. The opening night reception is May 24 from 6 to 9 p.m. On opening...
Safety Day
SAFE 2024 (Safety, Awareness, Fitness, Education) will be held at the Gene Leahy Mall. SAFE 2024 will feature units from the Omaha Police Department including the Mounted Patrol, Motorcycle, Emergency Response, Bomb Unit, and Command Post, along with the Omaha Fire Department’s Smoke House, Nebraska State Patrol, and others. Visit with agency booths sharing valuable information about programs...
Family Wild Edible Walk
Parents, are you interested in learning more about wild edible plants? Would you like to help your child build confidence in the natural world? Have you always been interested in wild foods, but don't know where to start? If so, then come see what delicious delicacies the late spring forest has to offer. As participants...
Habitat Hikes
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...
What Are You, Lou Book Launch
The book launch event for the children's book “What Are You, Lou?” will be held with local author, Danielle Herzog, at The Bookworm.
Flags Of Our Mothers
The temporary exhibition "Raven Halfmoon: Flags of Our Mothers" is at Bemis Center for Contemporary Arts from May 18 through Sept. 15, 2024. The opening reception is May 18 from 4 to 6 p.m. Halfmoon’s practice spans torso-scaled and colossal-sized stoneware sculptures, with some soaring up to nine feet and weighing over eight hundred pounds....
Black Of Night
The temporary exhibition "Paul Stephen Benjamin: Black of Night" is at Bemis Center for Contemporary Arts from May 18 through Sept. 15, 2024. The opening night reception is May 18 from 4 to 6 p.m. Paul Stephen Benjamin’s practice is an ongoing investigation of blackness through concept, thought, and perception. From wordplay with the actual...
Rock The C Concert
Rock The C features live music and food trucks at Lake Cunningham. Vinyl Revival will perform at the event. Bring a lawn chair or blanket, as well as your own cooler. Event will be held at Entrance #1 by the lighthouse.
Omaha Storm Chasers Games
The Omaha Storm Chasers is the area's AAA baseball team. Home games are played Werner Park. Here's a look at their 2025 season: April 1 at 6:35 p.m. (Magnet Schedule Giveaway) April 2 at 12:05 p.m. April 3 at 6:35 p.m. ($3 Thursday) April 4 at 6:35 p.m. April 5 at 2:05 p.m. April 6...
Saturdays @ Stinson Concert Series
Saturdays @ Stinson Concert Series is the free concert series at Stinson Park, located at Aksarben Village. There will be food and drink vendors, face painting, balloon artists, and playground equipment for kids to play on. Permitted items: Chairs, blankets, and coolers. Use koozies for cans and plastic cups for other drinks, as glass is...
Canceled Iowa Rampage Arena Football
The professional arena football team Iowa Rampage plays at the Mid-America Center in Council Bluffs. 2024 home game schedule: May 11 at 7:05 p.m. vs. Georgia Force Tickets May 19 at 2 p.m. vs. Salina Liberty Tickets May 25 at 7:05 p.m. vs. Wichita Regulators Tickets June 15 at 7:05 p.m. vs. Southwest Kansas Storm...
Falconwood Summer At The Drive-In
Falconwood Park's Summer At The Drive-In Series starts May 24. Gates open at 7 p.m. and movies start at dusk. Drive-in spaces are first come, first served. Bring chairs and blankets in the event of being directed to parking in the back lot. Admission is $5 per person for everyone ages 5 and older. Children ages 4...
Summer Melodramas
Popcorn Productions, LLC and Mahoney State Park present melodramas each summer. This year, there are three shows in production: "B Mine Forever," "Phantom of Dark Grove," and "Gary Botter and the Divining Sphere." Tickets are $9 for adults and $7 for children (ages 12 and under). Family package price is $28 for two adults and two...
Sunday, May 26, 2024
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May 26, 2024 -Nebraska’s Deep Roots
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May 26, 2024 -Ice Age Adventure
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May 26, 2024 -Power Up
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May 26, 2024 -Garden Games
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May 26, 2024 -Flags Of Our Mothers
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May 26, 2024 -Black Of Night
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May 26, 2024 -Toytopia
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May 26, 2024 -Play Clothes
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May 26, 2024 -Joslyn Castle Public Tours
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May 26, 2024 -Memorial Day Weekend At Platte River State Park
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May 26, 2024 -Omaha Storm Chasers Games
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May 26, 2024 -Joslyn Castle Public Tours
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May 26, 2024 -Summer Melodramas
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May 26, 2024 -Yoga In The Park
Nebraska’s Deep Roots
Fontenelle Forest is celebrating the 200-year anniversary of the Fontenelle Trading Post with a history exhibit located in the Baright Gallery. "Nebraska's Deep Roots" tells the story of how the Fontenelle Trading Post came to be and what a trading post during the 1800’s may have looked like. It's open daily at the Fontenelle Forest Nature...
Ice Age Adventure
Experience the coolest adventure in town at "Ice Age Adventure," the all-new exhibit at Lee G. Simmons Wildlife Safari Park opening Friday, May 3. Thirty-eight prehistoric animals from the Ice Age will come to life in a drive-through, interactive experience. It is included with Safari Park admission. The Wildlife Safari Park will have special experiences including daily educational...
Power Up
Omaha Children's Museum will open the temporary exhibit "Power Up" from May 25 through April 20, 2025 (extended run). In the exhibit, families can explore five practices that can supercharge your well-being: Physical activity, emotional health, nutrition, relationships, and creative expression. Power Up teaches kids that they have the power to create a happy and...
Garden Games
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.
Flags Of Our Mothers
The temporary exhibition "Raven Halfmoon: Flags of Our Mothers" is at Bemis Center for Contemporary Arts from May 18 through Sept. 15, 2024. The opening reception is May 18 from 4 to 6 p.m. Halfmoon’s practice spans torso-scaled and colossal-sized stoneware sculptures, with some soaring up to nine feet and weighing over eight hundred pounds....
Black Of Night
The temporary exhibition "Paul Stephen Benjamin: Black of Night" is at Bemis Center for Contemporary Arts from May 18 through Sept. 15, 2024. The opening night reception is May 18 from 4 to 6 p.m. Paul Stephen Benjamin’s practice is an ongoing investigation of blackness through concept, thought, and perception. From wordplay with the actual...
Toytopia
The traveling exhibit "Toytopia" runs March 9 - May 26 at The Durham Museum. "Toytopia" will showcase specialty exhibits from toymakers including: Hasbro®, Duncan Yo-Yo®, Schleich®, Breyer®, Crayola®, KNEX® (Lincoln Logs®) and many more. The exhibit is open during regular museum hours and is included with museum admission. What was your childhood passion? Jump roping? Star Wars®...
Play Clothes
The Durham Museum presents the exhibit "Play Clothes: Celebrating Rose Theater Costume Designer Sherri Geerdes" from March to May 26, 2024. Included with museum admission. For the past 40 years, costume designer Sherri Geerdes has delighted young people as her creations brought life to beloved characters on stage. In her early days with the Emmy Gifford Children’s...
Joslyn Castle Public Tours
The Scottish Baronial mansion in the heart of Midtown Omaha has been enchanting visitors since the doors first opened in 1903. Public tours include the main, second and third floor. The tour begins with a 10-minute video overview of George and Sarah Joslyn's story, followed by a room-by-room guided tour. The length of the tour...
Memorial Day Weekend At Platte River State Park
There are several programs planned at Platte River State Park to celebrate Memorial Day Weekend. Activities are free, but a valid park permit is required. May 25 Beginner Fishing from 9 a.m. to noon at Owen Landing Pond Critter Ecology from 1 to 3 p.m. at Crawdad Creek The Nature Center will be open from...
Omaha Storm Chasers Games
The Omaha Storm Chasers is the area's AAA baseball team. Home games are played Werner Park. Here's a look at their 2025 season: April 1 at 6:35 p.m. (Magnet Schedule Giveaway) April 2 at 12:05 p.m. April 3 at 6:35 p.m. ($3 Thursday) April 4 at 6:35 p.m. April 5 at 2:05 p.m. April 6...
Joslyn Castle Public Tours
The Scottish Baronial mansion in the heart of Midtown Omaha has been enchanting visitors since the doors first opened in 1903. Public tours include the main, second and third floor. The tour begins with a 10-minute video overview of George and Sarah Joslyn's story, followed by a room-by-room guided tour. The length of the tour...
Summer Melodramas
Popcorn Productions, LLC and Mahoney State Park present melodramas each summer. This year, there are three shows in production: "B Mine Forever," "Phantom of Dark Grove," and "Gary Botter and the Divining Sphere." Tickets are $9 for adults and $7 for children (ages 12 and under). Family package price is $28 for two adults and two...
Yoga In The Park
Yoga in the Park, presented by Methodist Health System, is held on Sundays from May 26 through July 28, from 4 to 5 p.m. This free weekly yoga session is led by certified yoga instructors from Genesis Health Clubs. Yoga styles and instructors will vary from week-to-week. All skill levels welcome, including beginners. Attendees are welcome and...
