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...

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...

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.

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 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...

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...

Join Omaha Public Library at different parks and places for storytime, featuring stories, creative movement, music and more. Storytime is geared toward preschoolers, but all ages are welcome. Storytimes are free. Rain or shine, we'll be there! 2025 Schedule: Feb. 1 from 11 to 11:30 a.m. at The Joslyn Feb. 3 from 10:30 to 11 a.m....

The City of Omaha, the City of Council Bluffs, and the City of La Vista host free hydrant parties each summer. The Omaha parties are June 3 through July 26 on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, and held in three location each day (one at noon, 1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m.). The Council Bluffs parties are...

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...

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...

Brigit Saint Brigit Theater Co. presents "A Doll's House" May 29, 30, 31, June 2, 3, 5, 6, and 7 at the Joslyn Castle Carriage House. A Doll's House is a play of unravelling: an unravelling marriage, unravelling roles, unravelling visions of self for everyone.  When a woman--or man--wears a mask, can the face really grow...

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...

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...

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...

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.

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...

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...

A free kid's art workshop on drawing cartoons with water colors will be held weekly at Curry In A Hurry with John Borgeson.

The Tempo of Twilight is an outdoor concert series at Lauritzen Gardens featuring music from talented local bands. Concerts are included with garden admission and free for members. Chairs and blankets may be set up starting at 4 p.m. Guests are welcome to bring their own food and beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic). The cafe will...

Pop the champagne, "Moulin Rouge! The Musical" is the winner of 10 Tony Awards® — including Best Musical! Omaha Performing Arts presents the musical at the Orpheum Theater May 28 through June 9. Enter a world of splendor and romance, of eye-popping excess, of glitz, grandeur, and glory! A world where Bohemians and aristocrats rub...

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...

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...

Do you have a little one who loves animals, nature, and the outdoors? Are you looking for opportunities to explore the outdoors together with your children? Join us for Little Saplings, Schramm Education Center’s early childhood nature discovery program. Little Saplings, a monthly program designed for children ages 2 - 5 and their adult caregiver,...

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...

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...

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.

Do you have a little one who loves animals, nature, and the outdoors? Are you looking for opportunities to explore the outdoors together with your children? Join us for Little Saplings, Schramm Education Center’s early childhood nature discovery program. Little Saplings, a monthly program designed for children ages 2 - 5 and their adult caregiver,...

Film Streams’ Forever Young Series features family-friendly movies on Saturdays and Sundays at 10 a.m. for only $5 at the Dundee location. In the summer, shows will be screened on select Wednesdays, as well. 2025 Schedule:

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...

The City of Omaha, the City of Council Bluffs, and the City of La Vista host free hydrant parties each summer. The Omaha parties are June 3 through July 26 on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, and held in three location each day (one at noon, 1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m.). The Council Bluffs parties are...

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...

I Heart Animals With Omaha Zoo is an event held at different Omaha Public Library branches this summer. Enjoy learning about animals from different continents and their habitats, enrichment activities, and diets. Educators from Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium will bring animals and share fun facts. Registration is required at some of the branches. Schedule:...

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...

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...

Pop the champagne, "Moulin Rouge! The Musical" is the winner of 10 Tony Awards® — including Best Musical! Omaha Performing Arts presents the musical at the Orpheum Theater May 28 through June 9. Enter a world of splendor and romance, of eye-popping excess, of glitz, grandeur, and glory! A world where Bohemians and aristocrats rub...

Omaha Community Playhouse presents "Hello, Dolly!" from May 31-June 30, 2024. Tickets are $25-$50. OCP will offer an audio-described performance for those who are blind or visually impaired on Saturday, June 15, at 7:30 p.m. and an American Sign Language-interpreted performance on Saturday, June 29, at 7:30 p.m. Call the OCP Box Office at (402)...

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...

Brigit Saint Brigit Theater Co. presents "A Doll's House" May 29, 30, 31, June 2, 3, 5, 6, and 7 at the Joslyn Castle Carriage House. A Doll's House is a play of unravelling: an unravelling marriage, unravelling roles, unravelling visions of self for everyone.  When a woman--or man--wears a mask, can the face really grow...

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...

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...

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...

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.

Regency Shopping Center holds Kids FunFare events on Thursdays from 10 to 11 a.m. in June at the center court area.  2024 Schedule: Moments – June 6 The String Beans – June 13 Omaha Street Percussion – June 20 Joe Cole – June 27  

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...

I Heart Animals With Omaha Zoo is an event held at different Omaha Public Library branches this summer. Enjoy learning about animals from different continents and their habitats, enrichment activities, and diets. Educators from Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium will bring animals and share fun facts. Registration is required at some of the branches. Schedule:...

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...

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...

Omaha Public Library branches will host an escape room based on the best-selling "The Last Kids on Earth" series by Max Brallier. You will be “locked” in a meeting room with puzzles, clues (and a few hints) to see if you have the smarts to figure out how to get out of our escape room! Best for...

The annual Bellevue Rocks! Riverfront Festival is June 5-8. The annual event includes live music, a carnival, and a beer garden. Event hours are Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 4 p.m. to midnight, and Sunday from 1 to 6 p.m. No admission for this festival. Confirmed performers include Pet Rock on Friday and Collin Raye...

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.  

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...

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...

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...

Pop the champagne, "Moulin Rouge! The Musical" is the winner of 10 Tony Awards® — including Best Musical! Omaha Performing Arts presents the musical at the Orpheum Theater May 28 through June 9. Enter a world of splendor and romance, of eye-popping excess, of glitz, grandeur, and glory! A world where Bohemians and aristocrats rub...

Omaha Community Playhouse presents "Hello, Dolly!" from May 31-June 30, 2024. Tickets are $25-$50. OCP will offer an audio-described performance for those who are blind or visually impaired on Saturday, June 15, at 7:30 p.m. and an American Sign Language-interpreted performance on Saturday, June 29, at 7:30 p.m. Call the OCP Box Office at (402)...

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...

Brigit Saint Brigit Theater Co. presents "A Doll's House" May 29, 30, 31, June 2, 3, 5, 6, and 7 at the Joslyn Castle Carriage House. A Doll's House is a play of unravelling: an unravelling marriage, unravelling roles, unravelling visions of self for everyone.  When a woman--or man--wears a mask, can the face really grow...

Kiewit Luminarium summer events include day time and Night Light programming. Night Light is an 18+ series at the Luminarium. "Explore Life Beyond Earth with Dr. Aidyl Gonzalez" - Thursday, June 6, from 7:30 - 10 p.m. (Night Light); Saturday, June 8, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Ready for an out-of-this-world experience? Soil scientist, educator, and STEM...

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...

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...

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...

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.

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...

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...

Pete the Cat will visit Omaha Public Library branches for a special Storytime. Experience stories, creative movement, music and more. The library explore the early literacy skills of singing, playing, reading, talking, and writing in each storytime. Schedule: June 7, 10:30 to 11 a.m. at Bess Johnson Elkhorn Branch June 8, 10:30 to 11 a.m. at W....

Donuts with Grownups is a storytime event in collaboration with the Saddlebrook Community Center. Enjoy a donut alongside your grownup, while you listen to a special donut themed storytime. At the conclusion of storytime, enjoy a variety of crafting stations, while supplies last. Donut attire welcome!

The 50th annual Omaha Summer Arts Festival is June 7-9, 2024 at Aksarben Village. The event features more than 100 artists from throughout the U.S.; multiple staging areas featuring dozens of talented local musicians; a huge, hands-on Children’s Fair and Young Artist Exhibition; and some of the best food in Omaha. Hours are Friday from...

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...

Visitors to Fun-Plex can meet the PAW Patrol characters Chase and Skye. It's a good chance to take photos. Note: Character visits are subject to change/cancellation in inclement weather or high temperatures. All attendees must have a day ticket or season pass to Fun-Plex.

The City of Omaha, the City of Council Bluffs, and the City of La Vista host free hydrant parties each summer. The Omaha parties are June 3 through July 26 on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, and held in three location each day (one at noon, 1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m.). The Council Bluffs parties are...

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...

I Heart Animals With Omaha Zoo is an event held at different Omaha Public Library branches this summer. Enjoy learning about animals from different continents and their habitats, enrichment activities, and diets. Educators from Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium will bring animals and share fun facts. Registration is required at some of the branches. Schedule:...

The annual Bellevue Rocks! Riverfront Festival is June 5-8. The annual event includes live music, a carnival, and a beer garden. Event hours are Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 4 p.m. to midnight, and Sunday from 1 to 6 p.m. No admission for this festival. Confirmed performers include Pet Rock on Friday and Collin Raye...

Local Makers Collective has partnered with Hope Presbyterian Church for a free, family-friendly outdoor community event with local businesses and makers. Food trucks and live music, plus community outreach opportunities.

Benson First Friday is a year-round event held in the Benson Creative Arts District on the first Friday of each month. Visitors can walk to events and exhibitions located in neighborhood galleries and businesses. Seasonally, there is a street market and other outdoor activities. BFF also sponsors programming in the neighborhood including youth engagement, hands-on...

The fifth annual SummerFest at River's Edge is June 6 featuring a drone show, live music, interactive activities, and fun for all ages. Rain date is June 7.  At dark (around 9:30 p.m.), Fantasy Drone Shows will light up the sky with 300 drones for a dazzling, 20-minute display. Food trucks will be on-site, with concessions...

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...

Shadow Lake Towne Center's weekly summer concert series is held at the Hy-Vee Amphitheater. Food and beverages available for purchase at each concert. No outside alcohol is permitted. 2024 Schedule June 7: The Radio Eclectic (Party Band Covering the '60s to Today's Hits) June 14: Silas Creek (Modern & Classic Country) June 21: The Fishheads (Mix of...

"Roald Dahl's Charlie and the Chocolate Factor: The New Musical" is on stage at The Rose June 7-23. Accessible performances are June 15 at 2 p.m. (ASL Services and Audio Description Services) and June 22 at 2 p.m. (Sensory-Friendly Show). Tickets are $32 for the balcony and $35 for the main floor (members receive a...

Country superstar Tim McGraw performs at CHI Health Center Omaha, with opening act Carly Pearce. Tickets are available through TicketMaster.

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...

Pop the champagne, "Moulin Rouge! The Musical" is the winner of 10 Tony Awards® — including Best Musical! Omaha Performing Arts presents the musical at the Orpheum Theater May 28 through June 9. Enter a world of splendor and romance, of eye-popping excess, of glitz, grandeur, and glory! A world where Bohemians and aristocrats rub...

Omaha Community Playhouse presents "Hello, Dolly!" from May 31-June 30, 2024. Tickets are $25-$50. OCP will offer an audio-described performance for those who are blind or visually impaired on Saturday, June 15, at 7:30 p.m. and an American Sign Language-interpreted performance on Saturday, June 29, at 7:30 p.m. Call the OCP Box Office at (402)...

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...

Brigit Saint Brigit Theater Co. presents "A Doll's House" May 29, 30, 31, June 2, 3, 5, 6, and 7 at the Joslyn Castle Carriage House. A Doll's House is a play of unravelling: an unravelling marriage, unravelling roles, unravelling visions of self for everyone.  When a woman--or man--wears a mask, can the face really grow...

SNAP! Productions presents "Heathers: The Musical" June 7-22, 2024 at Ghost Light Theater. Tickets are $30 for adults and $20 for students/seniors. Monday, June 17, is Industry Night. Synopsis: "Heathers: The Musical" is the "darkly delicious story of Veronica Sawyer a brainy, beautiful teenage misfit who hustles her way into the most powerful and ruthless...

Bellevue Little Theatre presents “Neil Simon’s Barefoot in the Park,” June 7-23, 2024. Tickets are $15-$20. Synopsis: In a case of opposites attract, blissful young newlyweds struggle to get along in their Manhattan fixer-upper apartment. "Barefoot in the Park" is among the top 10 longest-running non-musical plays in Broadway history, and it was turned into a...

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...

The Gretna Farmers Market is held in downtown Gretna along McKenna Avenue every Saturday morning from June 1 through Oct. 19.

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...

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...

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.

Omaha Children's Museum will host the temporary exhibit "Kenya's Kids" starting June 8, 2024. "Kenya’s Kids" magically transports visitors into the lives of children living in Kenya today. The environments created in the exhibit space are designed to bring that experience to life and encourage children to not just learn about, but also participate in...

The sixth annual Strawberry Festival at Nelson Produce Farm is on the weekends of June 8 & 9 and June 15 & 16. Activities include: Live music Farmer Phil Show Strawberry Jam Demo Hayrack Rides Strawberry Dessert Walks All You Can Eat Strawberries at the strawberry jumping pillow Face Painting & Hair Braiding Strawberry/Ladybug Art...

Formerly Hutchfest, the rebranded Midwest Fest will happen at Heartland of America Park at the RiverFront. Shop hundreds of entrepreneurs from across the Midwest, munch on street style food, & sip on gourmet cocktails. Kids can enjoy oversized yard games like Connect 4, Jenga, Bean Bag Toss, and Bocce Ball. They can groove on the roller skating ribbon to...

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...

The Kids' Fishing Derby is an event for the entire family, and held in conjunction with Iowa's free fishing weekend, which means a license is not required for Iowa residents. All other IDNR fishing regulations apply. For the derby, children must be under 16 to participate and must bring their own fishing pole and bait....

The 50th annual Omaha Summer Arts Festival is June 7-9, 2024 at Aksarben Village. The event features more than 100 artists from throughout the U.S.; multiple staging areas featuring dozens of talented local musicians; a huge, hands-on Children’s Fair and Young Artist Exhibition; and some of the best food in Omaha. Hours are Friday from...

The Spring Mystic Fest is Nebraska's biggest psychic fair. There will be tarot readers, astrology readers, healers, massage therapists, and aura photography. Vendors will be on hand selling crystals, jewelry, candles, oils, clothing, incense and more. The event is family-friendly. Admission and parking are free.

Pete the Cat will visit Omaha Public Library branches for a special Storytime. Experience stories, creative movement, music and more. The library explore the early literacy skills of singing, playing, reading, talking, and writing in each storytime. Schedule: June 7, 10:30 to 11 a.m. at Bess Johnson Elkhorn Branch June 8, 10:30 to 11 a.m. at W....

Omaha Potter Faire is June 7 & 8 at Bellevue Berry Farm. Activities include: Costume contests Magic Games Vendors Butter Beer and food D&D Early Bird tickets are $12 for adults 13+, $9 for children 5-12, until March 31st. Children 4 and under are free with a parent or guardian. Early bird pricing ends April 1. ...

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...

Kiewit Luminarium summer events include day time and Night Light programming. Night Light is an 18+ series at the Luminarium. "Explore Life Beyond Earth with Dr. Aidyl Gonzalez" - Thursday, June 6, from 7:30 - 10 p.m. (Night Light); Saturday, June 8, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Ready for an out-of-this-world experience? Soil scientist, educator, and STEM...

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...

"Roald Dahl's Charlie and the Chocolate Factor: The New Musical" is on stage at The Rose June 7-23. Accessible performances are June 15 at 2 p.m. (ASL Services and Audio Description Services) and June 22 at 2 p.m. (Sensory-Friendly Show). Tickets are $32 for the balcony and $35 for the main floor (members receive a...

Pop the champagne, "Moulin Rouge! The Musical" is the winner of 10 Tony Awards® — including Best Musical! Omaha Performing Arts presents the musical at the Orpheum Theater May 28 through June 9. Enter a world of splendor and romance, of eye-popping excess, of glitz, grandeur, and glory! A world where Bohemians and aristocrats rub...

More than 20 local businesses will set up on the green space of Trucks & Taps on June 8 for a unique shopping experience. Shop apparel, baked goods, candles and more. There will also be tarot readings by The Authentic Heart, permanent jewelry  by Permalinx by JBloom, a photobooth experience by Fiorella Weddings + Event Planning, and...

Dress up in Victorian or steampunk attire for a unique experience that celebrates freedom, culture, and community. Admission is $25 for adults and $10 for kids. Tea party is hosted by The House of Afros, Capes & Curls.

The annual Bellevue Rocks! Riverfront Festival is June 5-8. The annual event includes live music, a carnival, and a beer garden. Event hours are Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 4 p.m. to midnight, and Sunday from 1 to 6 p.m. No admission for this festival. Confirmed performers include Pet Rock on Friday and Collin Raye...

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....

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...

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...

Pop the champagne, "Moulin Rouge! The Musical" is the winner of 10 Tony Awards® — including Best Musical! Omaha Performing Arts presents the musical at the Orpheum Theater May 28 through June 9. Enter a world of splendor and romance, of eye-popping excess, of glitz, grandeur, and glory! A world where Bohemians and aristocrats rub...

Omaha Community Playhouse presents "Hello, Dolly!" from May 31-June 30, 2024. Tickets are $25-$50. OCP will offer an audio-described performance for those who are blind or visually impaired on Saturday, June 15, at 7:30 p.m. and an American Sign Language-interpreted performance on Saturday, June 29, at 7:30 p.m. Call the OCP Box Office at (402)...

SumTur Amphitheater's summer series, Sundown Starlight Movies Series, features a free screening of a family-friendly film. Gates open at 7:30 p.m. with pre-show entertainment. The movie starts at dusk. 2024 schedule: June 1 - "The Little Mermaid" June 8 - "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem" June 15 - "Elemental" July 27 - "Haunted Mansion"...

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...

SNAP! Productions presents "Heathers: The Musical" June 7-22, 2024 at Ghost Light Theater. Tickets are $30 for adults and $20 for students/seniors. Monday, June 17, is Industry Night. Synopsis: "Heathers: The Musical" is the "darkly delicious story of Veronica Sawyer a brainy, beautiful teenage misfit who hustles her way into the most powerful and ruthless...

Bellevue Little Theatre presents “Neil Simon’s Barefoot in the Park,” June 7-23, 2024. Tickets are $15-$20. Synopsis: In a case of opposites attract, blissful young newlyweds struggle to get along in their Manhattan fixer-upper apartment. "Barefoot in the Park" is among the top 10 longest-running non-musical plays in Broadway history, and it was turned into a...

SumTur Amphitheater's summer series, Sundown Starlight Movies Series, features a free screening of a family-friendly film. Gates open at 7:30 p.m. with pre-show entertainment. The movie starts at dusk. 2025 schedule: Aug. 2 - "Inside Out 2" with opening band Blues Ed Aug. 9 - "Mufasa: The Lion King"  Aug. 16 - "The Goonies"

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...

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...

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...

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.

Omaha Children's Museum will host the temporary exhibit "Kenya's Kids" starting June 8, 2024. "Kenya’s Kids" magically transports visitors into the lives of children living in Kenya today. The environments created in the exhibit space are designed to bring that experience to life and encourage children to not just learn about, but also participate in...

The sixth annual Strawberry Festival at Nelson Produce Farm is on the weekends of June 8 & 9 and June 15 & 16. Activities include: Live music Farmer Phil Show Strawberry Jam Demo Hayrack Rides Strawberry Dessert Walks All You Can Eat Strawberries at the strawberry jumping pillow Face Painting & Hair Braiding Strawberry/Ladybug Art...

The 50th annual Omaha Summer Arts Festival is June 7-9, 2024 at Aksarben Village. The event features more than 100 artists from throughout the U.S.; multiple staging areas featuring dozens of talented local musicians; a huge, hands-on Children’s Fair and Young Artist Exhibition; and some of the best food in Omaha. Hours are Friday from...

Formerly Hutchfest, the rebranded Midwest Fest will happen at Heartland of America Park at the RiverFront. Shop hundreds of entrepreneurs from across the Midwest, munch on street style food, & sip on gourmet cocktails. Kids can enjoy oversized yard games like Connect 4, Jenga, Bean Bag Toss, and Bocce Ball. They can groove on the roller skating ribbon to...

The Spring Mystic Fest is Nebraska's biggest psychic fair. There will be tarot readers, astrology readers, healers, massage therapists, and aura photography. Vendors will be on hand selling crystals, jewelry, candles, oils, clothing, incense and more. The event is family-friendly. Admission and parking are free.

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....

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...

The annual Bellevue Rocks! Riverfront Festival is June 5-8. The annual event includes live music, a carnival, and a beer garden. Event hours are Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 4 p.m. to midnight, and Sunday from 1 to 6 p.m. No admission for this festival. Confirmed performers include Pet Rock on Friday and Collin Raye...

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...

Pop the champagne, "Moulin Rouge! The Musical" is the winner of 10 Tony Awards® — including Best Musical! Omaha Performing Arts presents the musical at the Orpheum Theater May 28 through June 9. Enter a world of splendor and romance, of eye-popping excess, of glitz, grandeur, and glory! A world where Bohemians and aristocrats rub...

"Roald Dahl's Charlie and the Chocolate Factor: The New Musical" is on stage at The Rose June 7-23. Accessible performances are June 15 at 2 p.m. (ASL Services and Audio Description Services) and June 22 at 2 p.m. (Sensory-Friendly Show). Tickets are $32 for the balcony and $35 for the main floor (members receive a...

Omaha Community Playhouse presents "Hello, Dolly!" from May 31-June 30, 2024. Tickets are $25-$50. OCP will offer an audio-described performance for those who are blind or visually impaired on Saturday, June 15, at 7:30 p.m. and an American Sign Language-interpreted performance on Saturday, June 29, at 7:30 p.m. Call the OCP Box Office at (402)...

SNAP! Productions presents "Heathers: The Musical" June 7-22, 2024 at Ghost Light Theater. Tickets are $30 for adults and $20 for students/seniors. Monday, June 17, is Industry Night. Synopsis: "Heathers: The Musical" is the "darkly delicious story of Veronica Sawyer a brainy, beautiful teenage misfit who hustles her way into the most powerful and ruthless...

Bellevue Little Theatre presents “Neil Simon’s Barefoot in the Park,” June 7-23, 2024. Tickets are $15-$20. Synopsis: In a case of opposites attract, blissful young newlyweds struggle to get along in their Manhattan fixer-upper apartment. "Barefoot in the Park" is among the top 10 longest-running non-musical plays in Broadway history, and it was turned into a...

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...

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, 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...

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...

Pop the champagne, "Moulin Rouge! The Musical" is the winner of 10 Tony Awards® — including Best Musical! Omaha Performing Arts presents the musical at the Orpheum Theater May 28 through June 9. Enter a world of splendor and romance, of eye-popping excess, of glitz, grandeur, and glory! A world where Bohemians and aristocrats rub...

Lionel Ritchie and Earth Wind & Fire Sing A Song All Night Long Tour is at CHI Health Center Omaha. Tickets are available through TicketMaster.