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...

Meet Santa's reindeer, Dasher & Dancer, at Mulhall's during regular store hours through Dec. 16. Find them at Mulhall’s fresh-cut forest at the north end of the greenhouse.

Merry & Bright Holiday Poinsettia Show is at Lauritzen Gardens from Nov. 23 through Dec. 31. Thousands of poinsettias bursting with rich, vibrant color fill the floral display hall in a glowing tribute to the holidays. The festive foliage of the iconic 20-foot-tall poinsettia tree will add holiday magic to the show and the whir...

Winterland at Heartwood Preserve transforms Heartwood Park into a free holiday ice-skating rink from Nov. 29 through Jan. 5. Admission and ice skate rentals are free; reservations recommended. Special activities include: Live DJ from 7-10 p.m. each Friday along with festive themed-hot chocolate and mocktail beverages for purchase Sundays with Santa, where you can get...

Blue Gems ABA's Annual Holiday Event will be held at Omaha Children's Museum. Admission is free and includes pizza, drinks, train rides, carousel rides, and the Bubble Show.

By day, Lauritzen Gardens is decorated for the Holiday Poinsettia Show, but on select nights this season, the gardens will be aglow for "Bright Nights." The event will be held on select evenings from 4:30 to 9 p.m. from Nov. 23 through Dec. 30, 2024; Nov. 23-24, 27, 29-30 and Dec. 1, 6-23, and 26-30. Themed...

By day, Lauritzen Gardens is decorated for the Holiday Poinsettia Show, but on select nights this season, the gardens will be aglow for "Bright Nights." The event will be held on select evenings from 4 to 9 p.m. on Nov. 28-30, Dec. 3-7, 10-23, 26-31, and Jan. 2-4. The floral display hall, Marjorie K. Daugherty...

Santa’s Rock N Lights Drive-Thru Light Show runs from Nov. 22 through Dec. 31. The drive-thru experience features a 700-foot light tunnel, as well as giant dinosaurs, polar bears, reindeer, and a Rock N Santa among other light displays. The route is longer than a mile. Tickets range from $29.99 to $37.99 per vehicle with...

Light Up Bellevue hosts the annual Christmas in Olde Towne Holiday Light Show nightly from Nov. 28 through Jan. 5 at Washington Park. It's a walk-thru large scale light and music show. Hours are Sundays through Thursdays from 6 to 10 p.m. and Fridays & Saturdays from 5 to 10 p.m. They offer a show...

During Zoolightful, presented by Chesterman Co. Coca-Cola, , Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium is transformed into a world of immersive lands with unique and enchanting experiences, dazzling light displays and unforgettable holiday fun. The lands include: Gingerbread Village and Polar Plaza. The event runs Nov. 22 through Dec. 30 at  (closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and...

The free Holiday Lights Festival features thousands of lights around Omaha. Displays are found: The RiverFront — including Gene Leahy Mall, Heartland of America Park and Lewis & Clark Landing — is decorated for the holiday season nightly, including a 70-foot-tall holiday tree at the Eighth Street Arrival Plaza. A multimedia show will be projected...

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...

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...

Merry & Bright Holiday Poinsettia Show is at Lauritzen Gardens from Nov. 23 through Dec. 31. Thousands of poinsettias bursting with rich, vibrant color fill the floral display hall in a glowing tribute to the holidays. The festive foliage of the iconic 20-foot-tall poinsettia tree will add holiday magic to the show and the whir...

Omaha Children's Museum's annual holiday show, Santa's Magic, is a mix of theater and a chance for kids to talk one-on-one with Santa, sharing their wish list and getting a picture taken. There are multiple shows a day. Seating is limited. It's included with museum admission.

Omaha Children's Museum's annual holiday show, Santa's Magic, is a mix of theater and a chance for kids to talk one-on-one with Santa, sharing their wish list and getting a picture taken. There are multiple shows a day. Seating is limited. It's included with museum admission.

The temporary exhibition "Ed Ruscha: Paper" is at The Joslyn from Sept. 10 through Feb. 23, 2025. Showcasing Ruscha’s wry use of text and image and his inventive approach to media and technique, this inaugural exhibition in the museum’s first dedicated gallery for works on paper features drawings, prints, and photographs from the artist’s recent gift...

An exhibition featuring works by Eva LeWitt is on display at The Joslyn from Sept. 10 through Jan. 20, 2025. LeWitt approaches her sculptures and installations with a spirit of experimentation, curiosity, and play. Subtly intervening in a long tradition of abstraction, LeWitt builds upon the pared-down aesthetics of Minimalism and Conceptualism, while offering a rejoinder...

The exhibition "Clément Cogitore: Les Indes Galantes" is on display at The Joslyn from Sept. 10 through Feb. 23, 2025. Working at the intersection of cinema, photography, and installation, Clément Cogitore examines ritual, collective memory, and notions of the sacred. "Les Indes Galantes: takes its title and music from a 1735 opera-ballet by French composer Jean-Philippe...

"The Lost World of Dragons" will be on display at The Durham Museum Sept. 21-Dec. 31, 2024. The exhibit features interactive experiences for guests of all ages. Visitors will be immersed in the stories and mythology of dragons – exploring the lore and history of fire-breathers in nearly every region and culture, from Norway to ancient China....

Christmas at Union Station is the annual holiday celebration at The Durham Museum. Festivities are held Nov. 29, 2024 through Jan. 12, 2025. See the largest indoor tree in the region will be on display and the Holiday Cultural Trees Display located in the museum's galleries. Included with museum admission. Special events: The tree lighting...

The temporary exhibit "Beyond Combat: World War I Through the Lens of 'Doc' Cook" will be on display at The Durham Nov. 9 through Jan. 12, 2025. The exhibit showcases photographs by Sergeant Rudolph “Doc” Cook, a soldier and photographer with the 88th Infantry Division, 313th Engineers during World War I, as well as loans...

In the installation "Appliqué sur le terrain," Henry Payer views the cultural landscape of present-day Nebraska through the vibrant lens of Indigenous ribbonwork appliqué. The installation is on view through Sept. 4, 2025.   "Appliqué sur le terrain" involves sewing layers of silk ribbons, cotton, wool, and glass beads to make regalia for special occasions. The distinctive...

By day, Lauritzen Gardens is decorated for the Holiday Poinsettia Show, but on select nights this season, the gardens will be aglow for "Bright Nights." The event will be held on select evenings from 4:30 to 9 p.m. from Nov. 23 through Dec. 30, 2024; Nov. 23-24, 27, 29-30 and Dec. 1, 6-23, and 26-30. Themed...

By day, Lauritzen Gardens is decorated for the Holiday Poinsettia Show, but on select nights this season, the gardens will be aglow for "Bright Nights." The event will be held on select evenings from 4 to 9 p.m. on Nov. 28-30, Dec. 3-7, 10-23, 26-31, and Jan. 2-4. The floral display hall, Marjorie K. Daugherty...

Christmas Tales With Santa & Mrs. Claus is held on Tuesdays at Bass Pro Shops. Reservations are required.

Santa’s Rock N Lights Drive-Thru Light Show runs from Nov. 22 through Dec. 31. The drive-thru experience features a 700-foot light tunnel, as well as giant dinosaurs, polar bears, reindeer, and a Rock N Santa among other light displays. The route is longer than a mile. Tickets range from $29.99 to $37.99 per vehicle with...

Light Up Bellevue hosts the annual Christmas in Olde Towne Holiday Light Show nightly from Nov. 28 through Jan. 5 at Washington Park. It's a walk-thru large scale light and music show. Hours are Sundays through Thursdays from 6 to 10 p.m. and Fridays & Saturdays from 5 to 10 p.m. They offer a show...

The Creighton University Women's Basketball team plays home games at DJ Sokol Arena, with one exception on Jan. 25 at CHI Health Center Omaha. Here are their 2024-2025 season home game lineup: Oct. 30 at 7 p.m. against Southwest Minnesota State (Ticketmaster) Nov. 11 at 6 p.m. against Drake Bulldogs (Ticketmaster) Nov. 22 at 4...

During Zoolightful, presented by Chesterman Co. Coca-Cola, , Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium is transformed into a world of immersive lands with unique and enchanting experiences, dazzling light displays and unforgettable holiday fun. The lands include: Gingerbread Village and Polar Plaza. The event runs Nov. 22 through Dec. 30 at  (closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and...

The free Holiday Lights Festival features thousands of lights around Omaha. Displays are found: The RiverFront — including Gene Leahy Mall, Heartland of America Park and Lewis & Clark Landing — is decorated for the holiday season nightly, including a 70-foot-tall holiday tree at the Eighth Street Arrival Plaza. A multimedia show will be projected...

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...

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...

Merry & Bright Holiday Poinsettia Show is at Lauritzen Gardens from Nov. 23 through Dec. 31. Thousands of poinsettias bursting with rich, vibrant color fill the floral display hall in a glowing tribute to the holidays. The festive foliage of the iconic 20-foot-tall poinsettia tree will add holiday magic to the show and the whir...

Omaha Children's Museum's annual holiday show, Santa's Magic, is a mix of theater and a chance for kids to talk one-on-one with Santa, sharing their wish list and getting a picture taken. There are multiple shows a day. Seating is limited. It's included with museum admission.

Omaha Children's Museum's annual holiday show, Santa's Magic, is a mix of theater and a chance for kids to talk one-on-one with Santa, sharing their wish list and getting a picture taken. There are multiple shows a day. Seating is limited. It's included with museum admission.

The temporary exhibition "Ed Ruscha: Paper" is at The Joslyn from Sept. 10 through Feb. 23, 2025. Showcasing Ruscha’s wry use of text and image and his inventive approach to media and technique, this inaugural exhibition in the museum’s first dedicated gallery for works on paper features drawings, prints, and photographs from the artist’s recent gift...

An exhibition featuring works by Eva LeWitt is on display at The Joslyn from Sept. 10 through Jan. 20, 2025. LeWitt approaches her sculptures and installations with a spirit of experimentation, curiosity, and play. Subtly intervening in a long tradition of abstraction, LeWitt builds upon the pared-down aesthetics of Minimalism and Conceptualism, while offering a rejoinder...

The exhibition "Clément Cogitore: Les Indes Galantes" is on display at The Joslyn from Sept. 10 through Feb. 23, 2025. Working at the intersection of cinema, photography, and installation, Clément Cogitore examines ritual, collective memory, and notions of the sacred. "Les Indes Galantes: takes its title and music from a 1735 opera-ballet by French composer Jean-Philippe...

"The Lost World of Dragons" will be on display at The Durham Museum Sept. 21-Dec. 31, 2024. The exhibit features interactive experiences for guests of all ages. Visitors will be immersed in the stories and mythology of dragons – exploring the lore and history of fire-breathers in nearly every region and culture, from Norway to ancient China....

Christmas at Union Station is the annual holiday celebration at The Durham Museum. Festivities are held Nov. 29, 2024 through Jan. 12, 2025. See the largest indoor tree in the region will be on display and the Holiday Cultural Trees Display located in the museum's galleries. Included with museum admission. Special events: The tree lighting...

The temporary exhibit "Beyond Combat: World War I Through the Lens of 'Doc' Cook" will be on display at The Durham Nov. 9 through Jan. 12, 2025. The exhibit showcases photographs by Sergeant Rudolph “Doc” Cook, a soldier and photographer with the 88th Infantry Division, 313th Engineers during World War I, as well as loans...

Kiewit Luminarium's annual exhibit of light, art and science runs Nov. 14 through Jan. 26. Programming for all ages explores the broad spectrum of light’s influence on human culture and its significance as a source of scientific inquiry in disciplines ranging from biology to astrophysics. Included with admission. The opening event for "GLOW" is Nov....

In the installation "Appliqué sur le terrain," Henry Payer views the cultural landscape of present-day Nebraska through the vibrant lens of Indigenous ribbonwork appliqué. The installation is on view through Sept. 4, 2025.   "Appliqué sur le terrain" involves sewing layers of silk ribbons, cotton, wool, and glass beads to make regalia for special occasions. The distinctive...

"Popol Vuh: The Sacred Book of the Quiché through Illustration," featuring works by Jaime Arredondo, is at El Museo Latino from Sept. 20, 2024 through Jan. 7, 2025. The Opening Reception is on Sept. 20 from 6 to 8 p.m., with the Gallery Talk starting at 6:30 p.m. An illustration workshop will be held on Sept. 21...

Winterland at Heartwood Preserve transforms Heartwood Park into a free holiday ice-skating rink from Nov. 29 through Jan. 5. Admission and ice skate rentals are free; reservations recommended. Special activities include: Live DJ from 7-10 p.m. each Friday along with festive themed-hot chocolate and mocktail beverages for purchase Sundays with Santa, where you can get...

By day, Lauritzen Gardens is decorated for the Holiday Poinsettia Show, but on select nights this season, the gardens will be aglow for "Bright Nights." The event will be held on select evenings from 4:30 to 9 p.m. from Nov. 23 through Dec. 30, 2024; Nov. 23-24, 27, 29-30 and Dec. 1, 6-23, and 26-30. Themed...

By day, Lauritzen Gardens is decorated for the Holiday Poinsettia Show, but on select nights this season, the gardens will be aglow for "Bright Nights." The event will be held on select evenings from 4 to 9 p.m. on Nov. 28-30, Dec. 3-7, 10-23, 26-31, and Jan. 2-4. The floral display hall, Marjorie K. Daugherty...

Santa’s Rock N Lights Drive-Thru Light Show runs from Nov. 22 through Dec. 31. The drive-thru experience features a 700-foot light tunnel, as well as giant dinosaurs, polar bears, reindeer, and a Rock N Santa among other light displays. The route is longer than a mile. Tickets range from $29.99 to $37.99 per vehicle with...

Tour the Joslyn Castle by candlelight on Dec. 18. There will be two tours the night, one at 5 p.m. and another at 7 p.m. The Castle bar will be available serving a spiced cider and a mulled wine. Cat is $30, and includes one drink ticket. The tour is best for 12+.

Light Up Bellevue hosts the annual Christmas in Olde Towne Holiday Light Show nightly from Nov. 28 through Jan. 5 at Washington Park. It's a walk-thru large scale light and music show. Hours are Sundays through Thursdays from 6 to 10 p.m. and Fridays & Saturdays from 5 to 10 p.m. They offer a show...

During Zoolightful, presented by Chesterman Co. Coca-Cola, , Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium is transformed into a world of immersive lands with unique and enchanting experiences, dazzling light displays and unforgettable holiday fun. The lands include: Gingerbread Village and Polar Plaza. The event runs Nov. 22 through Dec. 30 at  (closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and...

The free Holiday Lights Festival features thousands of lights around Omaha. Displays are found: The RiverFront — including Gene Leahy Mall, Heartland of America Park and Lewis & Clark Landing — is decorated for the holiday season nightly, including a 70-foot-tall holiday tree at the Eighth Street Arrival Plaza. A multimedia show will be projected...

“Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical” will be a sensory inclusive performance of the beloved holiday tale, this magical musical adaptation brings the spirit of Christmas to life on stage with laughter and holiday cheer. Tickets start at $25.

Omaha Community Playhouse presents its annual production of "A Christmas Carol" from Nov. 22 through Dec. 22. Performances are Wednesdays at 7 p.m., Thursdays through Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2 and 6:30 p.m. There are no performances on Thanksgiving. Recommended age is 5+. Season Ticket Holders' on sale is Aug. 20, 2024 Public...

"Girls Like Us: A Little Naughty, Mostly Nice!" is on stage Dec. 6-22 at Omaha Community Playhouse.  Synopsis: It’s never too early to get into the holiday spirit. Join Chicago cabaret favorites Laura Freeman, Beckie Menzie and Marianne Murphy-Orland as they sing favorite holiday tunes and spread cheer! Laugh at the stresses of the season and...

Daughtry: Adrenaline Gone Ballistic Holiday Tour comes to Omaha on Dec. 18. Opening for Daughtry are Sleep Theory and Devour the Day. Doors open at 6 p.m., show starts at 7 p.m. General admission/Main Floor tickets start at $45, and are available through TicketMaster.

It's your favorite comedy open mic, at the same place, on the same day at an earlier time, and with a new updated format! Presenting comedians of all experience levels, coming from near and far, this long running open mic is a favorite of the Omaha Comedy Scene. Each comedian who signs up in advance gets four...

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...

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...

Merry & Bright Holiday Poinsettia Show is at Lauritzen Gardens from Nov. 23 through Dec. 31. Thousands of poinsettias bursting with rich, vibrant color fill the floral display hall in a glowing tribute to the holidays. The festive foliage of the iconic 20-foot-tall poinsettia tree will add holiday magic to the show and the whir...

Omaha Children's Museum's annual holiday show, Santa's Magic, is a mix of theater and a chance for kids to talk one-on-one with Santa, sharing their wish list and getting a picture taken. There are multiple shows a day. Seating is limited. It's included with museum admission.

Omaha Children's Museum's annual holiday show, Santa's Magic, is a mix of theater and a chance for kids to talk one-on-one with Santa, sharing their wish list and getting a picture taken. There are multiple shows a day. Seating is limited. It's included with museum admission.

The temporary exhibition "Ed Ruscha: Paper" is at The Joslyn from Sept. 10 through Feb. 23, 2025. Showcasing Ruscha’s wry use of text and image and his inventive approach to media and technique, this inaugural exhibition in the museum’s first dedicated gallery for works on paper features drawings, prints, and photographs from the artist’s recent gift...

An exhibition featuring works by Eva LeWitt is on display at The Joslyn from Sept. 10 through Jan. 20, 2025. LeWitt approaches her sculptures and installations with a spirit of experimentation, curiosity, and play. Subtly intervening in a long tradition of abstraction, LeWitt builds upon the pared-down aesthetics of Minimalism and Conceptualism, while offering a rejoinder...

The exhibition "Clément Cogitore: Les Indes Galantes" is on display at The Joslyn from Sept. 10 through Feb. 23, 2025. Working at the intersection of cinema, photography, and installation, Clément Cogitore examines ritual, collective memory, and notions of the sacred. "Les Indes Galantes: takes its title and music from a 1735 opera-ballet by French composer Jean-Philippe...

"The Lost World of Dragons" will be on display at The Durham Museum Sept. 21-Dec. 31, 2024. The exhibit features interactive experiences for guests of all ages. Visitors will be immersed in the stories and mythology of dragons – exploring the lore and history of fire-breathers in nearly every region and culture, from Norway to ancient China....

Christmas at Union Station is the annual holiday celebration at The Durham Museum. Festivities are held Nov. 29, 2024 through Jan. 12, 2025. See the largest indoor tree in the region will be on display and the Holiday Cultural Trees Display located in the museum's galleries. Included with museum admission. Special events: The tree lighting...

The temporary exhibit "Beyond Combat: World War I Through the Lens of 'Doc' Cook" will be on display at The Durham Nov. 9 through Jan. 12, 2025. The exhibit showcases photographs by Sergeant Rudolph “Doc” Cook, a soldier and photographer with the 88th Infantry Division, 313th Engineers during World War I, as well as loans...

Kiewit Luminarium's annual exhibit of light, art and science runs Nov. 14 through Jan. 26. Programming for all ages explores the broad spectrum of light’s influence on human culture and its significance as a source of scientific inquiry in disciplines ranging from biology to astrophysics. Included with admission. The opening event for "GLOW" is Nov....

Friends of Omaha Public Library Book Sales are held every Thursday and the first & third Saturday of each month from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the lower level of the Swanson Library. There are thousands of books, covering every genre, with the lowest prices in town, including mysteries, thrillers, romance, westerns, non-fiction, children’s,...

In the installation "Appliqué sur le terrain," Henry Payer views the cultural landscape of present-day Nebraska through the vibrant lens of Indigenous ribbonwork appliqué. The installation is on view through Sept. 4, 2025.   "Appliqué sur le terrain" involves sewing layers of silk ribbons, cotton, wool, and glass beads to make regalia for special occasions. The distinctive...

"Popol Vuh: The Sacred Book of the Quiché through Illustration," featuring works by Jaime Arredondo, is at El Museo Latino from Sept. 20, 2024 through Jan. 7, 2025. The Opening Reception is on Sept. 20 from 6 to 8 p.m., with the Gallery Talk starting at 6:30 p.m. An illustration workshop will be held on Sept. 21...

"The Answer Is Love Exists" solo exhibition showcases John Clement’s latest works, delving into the dynamic interplay of form, space, and movement. Known for his geometric and Constructivist-inspired sculptures, Clement’s work defies traditional boundaries, captivating audiences with its curvi-linear compositions and dynamic forms. The exhibit runs Aug. 2 through Jan. 5, 2025. Admission is $10;...

Winterland at Heartwood Preserve transforms Heartwood Park into a free holiday ice-skating rink from Nov. 29 through Jan. 5. Admission and ice skate rentals are free; reservations recommended. Special activities include: Live DJ from 7-10 p.m. each Friday along with festive themed-hot chocolate and mocktail beverages for purchase Sundays with Santa, where you can get...

Holiday Stroll through Little Bohemia along South 13th Street is held on Thursdays from Dec. 5-19 from 4 to 8 p.m. More details TBD.

By day, Lauritzen Gardens is decorated for the Holiday Poinsettia Show, but on select nights this season, the gardens will be aglow for "Bright Nights." The event will be held on select evenings from 4:30 to 9 p.m. from Nov. 23 through Dec. 30, 2024; Nov. 23-24, 27, 29-30 and Dec. 1, 6-23, and 26-30. Themed...

By day, Lauritzen Gardens is decorated for the Holiday Poinsettia Show, but on select nights this season, the gardens will be aglow for "Bright Nights." The event will be held on select evenings from 4 to 9 p.m. on Nov. 28-30, Dec. 3-7, 10-23, 26-31, and Jan. 2-4. The floral display hall, Marjorie K. Daugherty...

Santa’s Rock N Lights Drive-Thru Light Show runs from Nov. 22 through Dec. 31. The drive-thru experience features a 700-foot light tunnel, as well as giant dinosaurs, polar bears, reindeer, and a Rock N Santa among other light displays. The route is longer than a mile. Tickets range from $29.99 to $37.99 per vehicle with...

Light Up Bellevue hosts the annual Christmas in Olde Towne Holiday Light Show nightly from Nov. 28 through Jan. 5 at Washington Park. It's a walk-thru large scale light and music show. Hours are Sundays through Thursdays from 6 to 10 p.m. and Fridays & Saturdays from 5 to 10 p.m. They offer a show...

During Zoolightful, presented by Chesterman Co. Coca-Cola, , Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium is transformed into a world of immersive lands with unique and enchanting experiences, dazzling light displays and unforgettable holiday fun. The lands include: Gingerbread Village and Polar Plaza. The event runs Nov. 22 through Dec. 30 at  (closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and...

The free Holiday Lights Festival features thousands of lights around Omaha. Displays are found: The RiverFront — including Gene Leahy Mall, Heartland of America Park and Lewis & Clark Landing — is decorated for the holiday season nightly, including a 70-foot-tall holiday tree at the Eighth Street Arrival Plaza. A multimedia show will be projected...

Jazz great Boney James brings the Slow Burn Tour to Omaha Dec. 19. Tickets start at $49.50 and are available through TicketMaster.

Improv Night is held weekly at Backline Comedy. Tickets are $10 in advance. Dec. 5 - A night of improv comedy featuring teams Tears on the Podium and Frabjous Day, followed by a brief intermission then Structured Chaos to close out the night.  Dec. 12 - Your destination for improv comedy featuring some great local groups. This evening...

Omaha Community Playhouse presents its annual production of "A Christmas Carol" from Nov. 22 through Dec. 22. Performances are Wednesdays at 7 p.m., Thursdays through Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2 and 6:30 p.m. There are no performances on Thanksgiving. Recommended age is 5+. Season Ticket Holders' on sale is Aug. 20, 2024 Public...

BLUEBARN Theatre presents “Silent Night of the Lambs” Nov. 29 through Dec. 22. Performances are Thursdays through Saturdays at 7:30 p.m., and Sundays at 2 p.m. (and on Dec. 8, a second performance at 6 p.m.). Tickets go on sale Nov. 4. Synopsis: A twisted comedic take on two classic but vastly different tales. “Silent Night of...

"Girls Like Us: A Little Naughty, Mostly Nice!" is on stage Dec. 6-22 at Omaha Community Playhouse.  Synopsis: It’s never too early to get into the holiday spirit. Join Chicago cabaret favorites Laura Freeman, Beckie Menzie and Marianne Murphy-Orland as they sing favorite holiday tunes and spread cheer! Laugh at the stresses of the season and...

"A Remarkable Series of Ordinary Events at Holiday Tower" is presented by Benson Theatre and Brigit Saint Brigit from Dec. 12-22. Performances are Thursdays through Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. Tickets are $35 for general admission, and $30 for seniors/students/military. Synopsis: Holiday Tower is a staple of the neighborhood. It’s been standing as...

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...

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...

Merry & Bright Holiday Poinsettia Show is at Lauritzen Gardens from Nov. 23 through Dec. 31. Thousands of poinsettias bursting with rich, vibrant color fill the floral display hall in a glowing tribute to the holidays. The festive foliage of the iconic 20-foot-tall poinsettia tree will add holiday magic to the show and the whir...

Omaha Children's Museum's annual holiday show, Santa's Magic, is a mix of theater and a chance for kids to talk one-on-one with Santa, sharing their wish list and getting a picture taken. There are multiple shows a day. Seating is limited. It's included with museum admission.

Omaha Children's Museum's annual holiday show, Santa's Magic, is a mix of theater and a chance for kids to talk one-on-one with Santa, sharing their wish list and getting a picture taken. There are multiple shows a day. Seating is limited. It's included with museum admission.

The temporary exhibition "Ed Ruscha: Paper" is at The Joslyn from Sept. 10 through Feb. 23, 2025. Showcasing Ruscha’s wry use of text and image and his inventive approach to media and technique, this inaugural exhibition in the museum’s first dedicated gallery for works on paper features drawings, prints, and photographs from the artist’s recent gift...

An exhibition featuring works by Eva LeWitt is on display at The Joslyn from Sept. 10 through Jan. 20, 2025. LeWitt approaches her sculptures and installations with a spirit of experimentation, curiosity, and play. Subtly intervening in a long tradition of abstraction, LeWitt builds upon the pared-down aesthetics of Minimalism and Conceptualism, while offering a rejoinder...

The exhibition "Clément Cogitore: Les Indes Galantes" is on display at The Joslyn from Sept. 10 through Feb. 23, 2025. Working at the intersection of cinema, photography, and installation, Clément Cogitore examines ritual, collective memory, and notions of the sacred. "Les Indes Galantes: takes its title and music from a 1735 opera-ballet by French composer Jean-Philippe...

"The Lost World of Dragons" will be on display at The Durham Museum Sept. 21-Dec. 31, 2024. The exhibit features interactive experiences for guests of all ages. Visitors will be immersed in the stories and mythology of dragons – exploring the lore and history of fire-breathers in nearly every region and culture, from Norway to ancient China....

Christmas at Union Station is the annual holiday celebration at The Durham Museum. Festivities are held Nov. 29, 2024 through Jan. 12, 2025. See the largest indoor tree in the region will be on display and the Holiday Cultural Trees Display located in the museum's galleries. Included with museum admission. Special events: The tree lighting...

The temporary exhibit "Beyond Combat: World War I Through the Lens of 'Doc' Cook" will be on display at The Durham Nov. 9 through Jan. 12, 2025. The exhibit showcases photographs by Sergeant Rudolph “Doc” Cook, a soldier and photographer with the 88th Infantry Division, 313th Engineers during World War I, as well as loans...

In the installation "Appliqué sur le terrain," Henry Payer views the cultural landscape of present-day Nebraska through the vibrant lens of Indigenous ribbonwork appliqué. The installation is on view through Sept. 4, 2025.   "Appliqué sur le terrain" involves sewing layers of silk ribbons, cotton, wool, and glass beads to make regalia for special occasions. The distinctive...

Kiewit Luminarium's annual exhibit of light, art and science runs Nov. 14 through Jan. 26. Programming for all ages explores the broad spectrum of light’s influence on human culture and its significance as a source of scientific inquiry in disciplines ranging from biology to astrophysics. Included with admission. The opening event for "GLOW" is Nov....

"Popol Vuh: The Sacred Book of the Quiché through Illustration," featuring works by Jaime Arredondo, is at El Museo Latino from Sept. 20, 2024 through Jan. 7, 2025. The Opening Reception is on Sept. 20 from 6 to 8 p.m., with the Gallery Talk starting at 6:30 p.m. An illustration workshop will be held on Sept. 21...

Winterland at Heartwood Preserve transforms Heartwood Park into a free holiday ice-skating rink from Nov. 29 through Jan. 5. Admission and ice skate rentals are free; reservations recommended. Special activities include: Live DJ from 7-10 p.m. each Friday along with festive themed-hot chocolate and mocktail beverages for purchase Sundays with Santa, where you can get...

Omaha Public Library will have interactive movie screenings of "Wonka" in December. Families may bring blankets, pillows, and food with the expectation that each family will clean up their mess. It's free to attend. Schedule: Dec. 6 from 5:15 to 7:30 p.m. at Saddlebrook Branch Dec. 20 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Washington...

Traditional Czech and Slovak Christmas Exhibit is on display at Czech and Slovak Educational Center and Cultural Museum starting Nov. 29. The annual exhibit shows how Christmas has been celebrated in the "old countries." Exhibit features Christmas trees decorated with traditional Czech and Slovak handmade ornaments, nativity scenes, and traditional Czech and Slovak Christmas music....

"The Answer Is Love Exists" solo exhibition showcases John Clement’s latest works, delving into the dynamic interplay of form, space, and movement. Known for his geometric and Constructivist-inspired sculptures, Clement’s work defies traditional boundaries, captivating audiences with its curvi-linear compositions and dynamic forms. The exhibit runs Aug. 2 through Jan. 5, 2025. Admission is $10;...

Holiday Crafts is an afternoon of craft making and games for kids ages 6 to 12. Kids will decorate cookies and make ornaments. Cost is $10 per child. Kids must pre-register by Dec. 15.  

By day, Lauritzen Gardens is decorated for the Holiday Poinsettia Show, but on select nights this season, the gardens will be aglow for "Bright Nights." The event will be held on select evenings from 4:30 to 9 p.m. from Nov. 23 through Dec. 30, 2024; Nov. 23-24, 27, 29-30 and Dec. 1, 6-23, and 26-30. Themed...

By day, Lauritzen Gardens is decorated for the Holiday Poinsettia Show, but on select nights this season, the gardens will be aglow for "Bright Nights." The event will be held on select evenings from 4 to 9 p.m. on Nov. 28-30, Dec. 3-7, 10-23, 26-31, and Jan. 2-4. The floral display hall, Marjorie K. Daugherty...

Santa’s Rock N Lights Drive-Thru Light Show runs from Nov. 22 through Dec. 31. The drive-thru experience features a 700-foot light tunnel, as well as giant dinosaurs, polar bears, reindeer, and a Rock N Santa among other light displays. The route is longer than a mile. Tickets range from $29.99 to $37.99 per vehicle with...

Light Up Bellevue hosts the annual Christmas in Olde Towne Holiday Light Show nightly from Nov. 28 through Jan. 5 at Washington Park. It's a walk-thru large scale light and music show. Hours are Sundays through Thursdays from 6 to 10 p.m. and Fridays & Saturdays from 5 to 10 p.m. They offer a show...

During Zoolightful, presented by Chesterman Co. Coca-Cola, , Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium is transformed into a world of immersive lands with unique and enchanting experiences, dazzling light displays and unforgettable holiday fun. The lands include: Gingerbread Village and Polar Plaza. The event runs Nov. 22 through Dec. 30 at  (closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and...

The free Holiday Lights Festival features thousands of lights around Omaha. Displays are found: The RiverFront — including Gene Leahy Mall, Heartland of America Park and Lewis & Clark Landing — is decorated for the holiday season nightly, including a 70-foot-tall holiday tree at the Eighth Street Arrival Plaza. A multimedia show will be projected...

The exhibit “You're Home: A History of Pottawattamie County" is on display through Jan. 25, 2025. The exhibit celebrates local history through stories, artifacts, and contributions from our community, museums, and historical societies. Admission is free.

The exhibit "The Artist Next Door" is on display at the Hoff Family Arts & Culture Center through Feb. 8, showcasing a dynamic gallery exhibition highlighting the diverse talents of local artists from the Harvester Artist Lofts and PACE Studio Artists. Located adjacent to the Hoff Center, the Harvester Artist Lofts foster creativity and collaboration,...

Hitchcock Nature Center's Annual Winter Solstice Night Hike is open to all ages 5+ (due to terrain). The hike along Fox Run Ridge celebrates the longest night and the return of the Sun. At the cliff's edge, there will be a small celebratory ceremony to welcome in the new year. The event is free with a...

Family Bingo Night at the La Vista Community Center will be held monthly. There will be prizes. Upcoming bingo nights: Oct. 18, Nov. 15, Dec. 20, and Jan. 17. For more information, call 402.331.3455.

Family Bingo Night at the La Vista Community Center will be held monthly. There will be prizes. Upcoming bingo nights: Jan. 16 (New Year's Resolution) and Feb. 20 (Bingo Be Mine). For more information, call 402.331.3455.

The interactive mystery play "When is a Murder?" will be held Dec. 20 and 21 at Joslyn Castle & Gardens, presented by Theatre-To-Go! Tickets are $40. Synopsis: The wealthy Hayworth family have more skeletons in their closet than a good-sized Roman Catacomb. Now, the young heir to the family fortune is being poisoned... or is he?

The Rose presents "A Christmas Story: The Musical" Dec. 6-22. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 7 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. The ASL service and audio descriptive show is Dec. 7 at 2 p.m. The sensory-friendly show is Dec. 21 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $32 for the balcony and $37 for the...

Looking for the best improv on a Friday night? You're in the right place! Start your night off with laughter as we showcase Omaha's finest improvised acts. These stellar teams have limited four-month runs, so catch them lighting up our stage before they rotate out. Cost is $10 online, $13 at the door.

Bellevue Little Theatre presents “It’s A Wonderful Life” from Dec. 6-22, 2024. More details TBA.

Omaha Community Playhouse presents its annual production of "A Christmas Carol" from Nov. 22 through Dec. 22. Performances are Wednesdays at 7 p.m., Thursdays through Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2 and 6:30 p.m. There are no performances on Thanksgiving. Recommended age is 5+. Season Ticket Holders' on sale is Aug. 20, 2024 Public...

BLUEBARN Theatre presents “Silent Night of the Lambs” Nov. 29 through Dec. 22. Performances are Thursdays through Saturdays at 7:30 p.m., and Sundays at 2 p.m. (and on Dec. 8, a second performance at 6 p.m.). Tickets go on sale Nov. 4. Synopsis: A twisted comedic take on two classic but vastly different tales. “Silent Night of...

"Girls Like Us: A Little Naughty, Mostly Nice!" is on stage Dec. 6-22 at Omaha Community Playhouse.  Synopsis: It’s never too early to get into the holiday spirit. Join Chicago cabaret favorites Laura Freeman, Beckie Menzie and Marianne Murphy-Orland as they sing favorite holiday tunes and spread cheer! Laugh at the stresses of the season and...

"A Remarkable Series of Ordinary Events at Holiday Tower" is presented by Benson Theatre and Brigit Saint Brigit from Dec. 12-22. Performances are Thursdays through Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. Tickets are $35 for general admission, and $30 for seniors/students/military. Synopsis: Holiday Tower is a staple of the neighborhood. It’s been standing as...