"Mission: Astronaut" is a traveling exhibition that runs Jan. 19 through May 18, 2025. The hands-on experience covers space exploration, the technology that makes it possible, how it benefits life on Earth, and more through astronaut training challenges. The exhibition is included with museum admission. Each section presents interactive tasks that require an astronaut’s mindset to...

Sean Kenney’s "Nature Connects®: Made with LEGO® Bricks" is at Lauritzen Gardens from Feb. 1 through May 18. This exhibit celebrates the beauty of nature but also emphasizes the delicate connections that exist between all living things. Marvel at 18 larger-than-life sculptures built from more than 275,000 LEGO® bricks, including a majestic monarch butterfly, a...

Commemorate Black History Month with an educational story walk during the month of February at The RiverFront. Situated around the Arches Playground in Gene Leahy Mall, informational signage will celebrate several important figures throughout our history. Visitors will have the opportunity to learn more more about some of the great leaders and innovators in African American...

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....

Kids can make their own Valentine I Spy sensory bottles on Feb. 3. Free activity is open to all ages. 

"Mission: Astronaut" is a traveling exhibition that runs Jan. 19 through May 18, 2025. The hands-on experience covers space exploration, the technology that makes it possible, how it benefits life on Earth, and more through astronaut training challenges. The exhibition is included with museum admission. Each section presents interactive tasks that require an astronaut’s mindset to...

Omaha Children's Museum will have the temporary exhibit "Forever Forest!" opening on Jan. 18. Explore the realities of forests through play, learn about sustainability, selective harvesting, transportation needs, and the everyday products we use that are made from trees. Traverse the tree top climber, conduct a realistic replica of a Union Pacific engine, learn about construction...

Sean Kenney’s "Nature Connects®: Made with LEGO® Bricks" is at Lauritzen Gardens from Feb. 1 through May 18. This exhibit celebrates the beauty of nature but also emphasizes the delicate connections that exist between all living things. Marvel at 18 larger-than-life sculptures built from more than 275,000 LEGO® bricks, including a majestic monarch butterfly, a...

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...

Commemorate Black History Month with an educational story walk during the month of February at The RiverFront. Situated around the Arches Playground in Gene Leahy Mall, informational signage will celebrate several important figures throughout our history. Visitors will have the opportunity to learn more more about some of the great leaders and innovators in African American...

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...

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...

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...

"Abraham Lincoln: President, Emancipator, Corporate Pitchman" is on display at The Durham Museum Jan. 20 through April 27.  The exhibit offers an innovative and immersive multi-sensory exploration of one of America’s most iconic figures. Through tactile displays and detailed imagery, the exhibition sheds light on Lincoln’s multifaceted roles – as a president who led the United...

"Mission: Astronaut" is a traveling exhibition that runs Jan. 19 through May 18, 2025. The hands-on experience covers space exploration, the technology that makes it possible, how it benefits life on Earth, and more through astronaut training challenges. The exhibition is included with museum admission. Each section presents interactive tasks that require an astronaut’s mindset to...

Omaha Children's Museum will have the temporary exhibit "Forever Forest!" opening on Jan. 18. Explore the realities of forests through play, learn about sustainability, selective harvesting, transportation needs, and the everyday products we use that are made from trees. Traverse the tree top climber, conduct a realistic replica of a Union Pacific engine, learn about construction...

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,...

Sean Kenney’s "Nature Connects®: Made with LEGO® Bricks" is at Lauritzen Gardens from Feb. 1 through May 18. This exhibit celebrates the beauty of nature but also emphasizes the delicate connections that exist between all living things. Marvel at 18 larger-than-life sculptures built from more than 275,000 LEGO® bricks, including a majestic monarch butterfly, a...

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...

Commemorate Black History Month with an educational story walk during the month of February at The RiverFront. Situated around the Arches Playground in Gene Leahy Mall, informational signage will celebrate several important figures throughout our history. Visitors will have the opportunity to learn more more about some of the great leaders and innovators in African American...

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,...

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...

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...

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...

"Abraham Lincoln: President, Emancipator, Corporate Pitchman" is on display at The Durham Museum Jan. 20 through April 27.  The exhibit offers an innovative and immersive multi-sensory exploration of one of America’s most iconic figures. Through tactile displays and detailed imagery, the exhibition sheds light on Lincoln’s multifaceted roles – as a president who led the United...

The Kiewit Luminarium presents "Love" Feb. 5-23, engaging all five senses and exploring the many facets of love. From biology to culture and even culinary arts, the understanding and appreciation of love is informed by many disciplines. What is love, exactly? Are our definitions of it shaped by our unique cultures and backgrounds? How do words of care and...

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...

Omaha Community Playhouse presents "Waitress" on the Hawks Mainstage Jan. 24 - Feb. 16, 2025 (no performance on Feb. 1). Performances are Wednesdays - Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. Synopsis: Tony Award®-nominated musical "Waitress: offers a unique recipe for finding happiness in unexpected places. Jenna, an adept pie maker and waitress at the local...

"Mission: Astronaut" is a traveling exhibition that runs Jan. 19 through May 18, 2025. The hands-on experience covers space exploration, the technology that makes it possible, how it benefits life on Earth, and more through astronaut training challenges. The exhibition is included with museum admission. Each section presents interactive tasks that require an astronaut’s mindset to...

Omaha Children's Museum will have the temporary exhibit "Forever Forest!" opening on Jan. 18. Explore the realities of forests through play, learn about sustainability, selective harvesting, transportation needs, and the everyday products we use that are made from trees. Traverse the tree top climber, conduct a realistic replica of a Union Pacific engine, learn about construction...

Sean Kenney’s "Nature Connects®: Made with LEGO® Bricks" is at Lauritzen Gardens from Feb. 1 through May 18. This exhibit celebrates the beauty of nature but also emphasizes the delicate connections that exist between all living things. Marvel at 18 larger-than-life sculptures built from more than 275,000 LEGO® bricks, including a majestic monarch butterfly, a...

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...

Commemorate Black History Month with an educational story walk during the month of February at The RiverFront. Situated around the Arches Playground in Gene Leahy Mall, informational signage will celebrate several important figures throughout our history. Visitors will have the opportunity to learn more more about some of the great leaders and innovators in African American...

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...

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...

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...

"Abraham Lincoln: President, Emancipator, Corporate Pitchman" is on display at The Durham Museum Jan. 20 through April 27.  The exhibit offers an innovative and immersive multi-sensory exploration of one of America’s most iconic figures. Through tactile displays and detailed imagery, the exhibition sheds light on Lincoln’s multifaceted roles – as a president who led the United...

The Kiewit Luminarium presents "Love" Feb. 5-23, engaging all five senses and exploring the many facets of love. From biology to culture and even culinary arts, the understanding and appreciation of love is informed by many disciplines. What is love, exactly? Are our definitions of it shaped by our unique cultures and backgrounds? How do words of care and...

Amplify Arts presents "The Reading Room" from Jan. 10 through Feb. 21. "The Reading Room" collects printed material Alternate Currents cohort members discussed, considered, and shared with one another over the past year. Hung throughout the gallery-turned-commons, visitors are invited to read, rest, reflect, and borrow printed materials. Themes around embracing uncertainty and playing in...

The temporary exhibit, "Big Clay," is at KANEKO from Jan. 31 to April 7, 2025. It features impressive works drawn from Ree and Jun Kaneko's distinguished private art collection. Showcasing groundbreaking large-scale ceramic works, "Big Clay" challenges the perception of what's possible through the medium of ceramic art. Included are works by artists who dared to push creative...

Opening Reception for the exhibit by Berlin-based artist Katharina Arndt is Feb. 6. Garden of the Zodiac Gallery is located inside the Old Market Passageway.

The University of Nebraska at Omaha Men's Basketball team plays home games at Baxter Arena.  2024-2025 schedule:  Oct. 29 at 7:05 p.m. (Ticketmaster) Nov. 4 at 7:05 p.m. (Ticketmaster) Nov. 30 at 7:05 p.m. (Ticketmaster) Dec. 4 at 7:05 p.m. (Ticketmaster) Dec. 21 at 7:05 p.m. (Ticketmaster) Jan. 8 at 7:05 p.m. (Ticketmaster) Jan. 11 at 1:05 p.m....

“The 10th Annual Battle of the Improv Stars” is at Florence Community Theater on Feb. 6.

Omaha Community Playhouse presents "Waitress" on the Hawks Mainstage Jan. 24 - Feb. 16, 2025 (no performance on Feb. 1). Performances are Wednesdays - Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. Synopsis: Tony Award®-nominated musical "Waitress: offers a unique recipe for finding happiness in unexpected places. Jenna, an adept pie maker and waitress at the local...

Wallows: Model & More Tour is Feb. 6 at The Astro Theater. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.; show starts at 7:30 p.m. General admission and reserved balcony seating tickets are available through Ticketmaster. 

The LOW END performance season showcases a mix of established international artists and emerging experimental voices, spanning genres from jazz, folk, techno, hip-hop, and beyond. Admission to all LOW END programs is free. The 2025 Winter/Spring Season includes: Jan. 23 - mattie barbier Feb. 6 - Mark Guiliana Feb. 20 - Setting March 20 -...

Andrea Bocelli in Concert with The Omaha Symphony is Feb. 6 at CHI Health Center Omaha. Tickets start at $81 and are sold through Ticketmaster.

"Mission: Astronaut" is a traveling exhibition that runs Jan. 19 through May 18, 2025. The hands-on experience covers space exploration, the technology that makes it possible, how it benefits life on Earth, and more through astronaut training challenges. The exhibition is included with museum admission. Each section presents interactive tasks that require an astronaut’s mindset to...

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...

Omaha Children's Museum will have the temporary exhibit "Forever Forest!" opening on Jan. 18. Explore the realities of forests through play, learn about sustainability, selective harvesting, transportation needs, and the everyday products we use that are made from trees. Traverse the tree top climber, conduct a realistic replica of a Union Pacific engine, learn about construction...

Sean Kenney’s "Nature Connects®: Made with LEGO® Bricks" is at Lauritzen Gardens from Feb. 1 through May 18. This exhibit celebrates the beauty of nature but also emphasizes the delicate connections that exist between all living things. Marvel at 18 larger-than-life sculptures built from more than 275,000 LEGO® bricks, including a majestic monarch butterfly, a...

Commemorate Black History Month with an educational story walk during the month of February at The RiverFront. Situated around the Arches Playground in Gene Leahy Mall, informational signage will celebrate several important figures throughout our history. Visitors will have the opportunity to learn more more about some of the great leaders and innovators in African American...

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...

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...

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...

"Abraham Lincoln: President, Emancipator, Corporate Pitchman" is on display at The Durham Museum Jan. 20 through April 27.  The exhibit offers an innovative and immersive multi-sensory exploration of one of America’s most iconic figures. Through tactile displays and detailed imagery, the exhibition sheds light on Lincoln’s multifaceted roles – as a president who led the United...

The Kiewit Luminarium presents "Love" Feb. 5-23, engaging all five senses and exploring the many facets of love. From biology to culture and even culinary arts, the understanding and appreciation of love is informed by many disciplines. What is love, exactly? Are our definitions of it shaped by our unique cultures and backgrounds? How do words of care and...

This Trolls-inspired story time is free and open to all ages, with photo opportunities.

Amplify Arts presents "The Reading Room" from Jan. 10 through Feb. 21. "The Reading Room" collects printed material Alternate Currents cohort members discussed, considered, and shared with one another over the past year. Hung throughout the gallery-turned-commons, visitors are invited to read, rest, reflect, and borrow printed materials. Themes around embracing uncertainty and playing in...

The temporary exhibit, "Big Clay," is at KANEKO from Jan. 31 to April 7, 2025. It features impressive works drawn from Ree and Jun Kaneko's distinguished private art collection. Showcasing groundbreaking large-scale ceramic works, "Big Clay" challenges the perception of what's possible through the medium of ceramic art. Included are works by artists who dared to push creative...

The special exhibit "Fabrics of Africa: Weaving Culture and Community" is on display at KANEKO from Feb. 7 to April 27, 2025. The exhibition includes an interactive element for visitors, who are invited to contribute to a digital tapestry created through traditional African design elements. As each individual pattern is woven into the whole, the growing,...

Chocolat Abeill regularly hosts Afternoon Tea & Chocolate Tasting experiences that run about an hour and a half. Cost is $60 plus tax per seat. Kids are permitted. Seating is limited. The menu includes: Finger Sandwiches Cream Scones with Three Garnishes Dessert Plate Signature Paris Chocolate Harney & Son’s Paris Tea Service throughout And a Special...

City of Omaha Parks and Recreation's Kids Night Out takes place on March 27 for kids in first through fifth grade. Cost is $10.

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 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,...

Mockingbird Hills Community Center holds Family Swim events on the first Friday of the month. Cost is $2 per person. Themes Feb. 7, Valentine's Day

The University of Nebraska at Omaha Hockey team plays its home games at Baxter Arena. Upcoming 2024-2025 Season games include: Oct. 5 at 6:07 p.m. (Ticketmaster) Oct. 18 at 7:07 p.m. (Ticketmaster) Oct. 19 at 7:07 p.m. (Ticketmaster) Nov. 8 at 7:07 p.m. (Ticketmaster) Nov. 9 at 7:07 p.m. (Ticketmaster) Nov. 22 at 7:07 p.m. (Ticketmaster) Nov. 23 at 7:07...

Big Canvas Comedy presents family-friendly improv along the lines of “Whose Line Is It Anyway?” No two shows are alike. Tickets are $10. Upcoming shows: Jan. 24 – Whatever’s Clever Jan. 31 – Big Canvas Comedy Feb. 7 – Guardians of the Giggle Feb. 14 – The Laugh Crafters Feb. 21 – Making a Scene...

Suzanne Gunn will discuss the pieces featured in the exhibition, "Fabrics of Africa: Weaving Culture and Community," with multi-disciplinary artist, teacher, and quiltologist Celeste Butler, exploring the use of fabrics for storytelling, the diversity of textile traditions, and their impact on communities. General Admission is $15; Students, Educators, Seniors, Military are $5; members are free. A member reception...

Omaha Community Playhouse presents "Waitress" on the Hawks Mainstage Jan. 24 - Feb. 16, 2025 (no performance on Feb. 1). Performances are Wednesdays - Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. Synopsis: Tony Award®-nominated musical "Waitress: offers a unique recipe for finding happiness in unexpected places. Jenna, an adept pie maker and waitress at the local...

Bellevue Little Theatre presents “The Girl on the Train” from Jan. 31 through Feb. 16. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. Tickets are $25 for adults, $20 for seniors, and $15 for students.  Synopsis: "The Girl on a Train" tells the story of Rachel Watson, whilst commuting back...

Bryce Vine: Motel California Tour is Feb. 7 at Steelhouse Omaha. JAYO opens the show. General Admission/Floor tickets start at $35 and are sold through Ticketmaster. 

Dynamic Air DJs play at the Whiskey Roadhouse starting at 9 p.m. at the Whiskey Roadhouse inside Horseshoe Casino. 

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:

"Mission: Astronaut" is a traveling exhibition that runs Jan. 19 through May 18, 2025. The hands-on experience covers space exploration, the technology that makes it possible, how it benefits life on Earth, and more through astronaut training challenges. The exhibition is included with museum admission. Each section presents interactive tasks that require an astronaut’s mindset to...

Omaha Children's Museum will have the temporary exhibit "Forever Forest!" opening on Jan. 18. Explore the realities of forests through play, learn about sustainability, selective harvesting, transportation needs, and the everyday products we use that are made from trees. Traverse the tree top climber, conduct a realistic replica of a Union Pacific engine, learn about construction...

Sean Kenney’s "Nature Connects®: Made with LEGO® Bricks" is at Lauritzen Gardens from Feb. 1 through May 18. This exhibit celebrates the beauty of nature but also emphasizes the delicate connections that exist between all living things. Marvel at 18 larger-than-life sculptures built from more than 275,000 LEGO® bricks, including a majestic monarch butterfly, a...

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...

Commemorate Black History Month with an educational story walk during the month of February at The RiverFront. Situated around the Arches Playground in Gene Leahy Mall, informational signage will celebrate several important figures throughout our history. Visitors will have the opportunity to learn more more about some of the great leaders and innovators in African American...

The City of Omaha Parks & Recreation hosts Couples Hike at Hummel Nature Center. Head out for a guided hike and return for a craft, hot cocoa and treats. Cost is $20 per couple.

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...

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...

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...

"Abraham Lincoln: President, Emancipator, Corporate Pitchman" is on display at The Durham Museum Jan. 20 through April 27.  The exhibit offers an innovative and immersive multi-sensory exploration of one of America’s most iconic figures. Through tactile displays and detailed imagery, the exhibition sheds light on Lincoln’s multifaceted roles – as a president who led the United...

Nature explorers is an interactive program designed for kids ages 6-11 to explore the wonders of nature and animals. Kids will learn about different animal species, their habitats, and meet an educational animal up close. They'll take part in an activity or craft and enjoy a guided hike. Cost is $10 for members and $25...

The Kiewit Luminarium presents "Love" Feb. 5-23, engaging all five senses and exploring the many facets of love. From biology to culture and even culinary arts, the understanding and appreciation of love is informed by many disciplines. What is love, exactly? Are our definitions of it shaped by our unique cultures and backgrounds? How do words of care and...

Ree & Jun Kaneko Artist Brunch Featuring Lee Emma Running is Feb. 8 at 2010 Leavenworth St. Enjoy an artist interview while enjoying a gourmet buffet brunch created by Chef Dan Benigno, a special mimosa bar, and live music in a beautiful studio setting. Tickets are $75; proceeds to benefit KANEKO.

The Indoor Winter Farmers Market features more than 60 vendors and is held on the second and fourth Saturday & Sundays of the month from November to April. Admission is free. Locations: Fowling Warehouse on Saturdays Nebraska Brewing Co. om Sundays

No More Empty Pots presents "Flavors of the Diaspora: A Black History Month Cooking Class" on Feb. 8. The interactive cooking class highlights the flavors, techniques and stories behind beloved dishes from various Black cultures around the world. Participants will learn to prepare dishes that have shaped Black history and cuisine, from southern food to Caribbean favorites...

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,...

"Love & Chocolate: A sonic seasoning experience" will be held Feb. 8 and 9 at Kiewit Luminarium. Sound Bites Concerts is an immersive culinary and musical experience. Expert chefs and virtuosic musicians collaborate to present Culinary Concerts — live performances paired with specially crafted food and beverages. The experience is fueled by creativity, collaboration, artistry,...

The free Super Bowl Party is Feb. 8 featuring a bounce house, football games, snacks, face painting and more.

The Creighton University Men's Basketball team plays home games at CHI Health Center Omaha. Here are their 2024-2025 season home game lineup: Oct. 26 at 7 p.m. against Purdue - Charity Exhibition (Ticketmaster) Nov. 6 at 8 p.m. against UTRGV Vaqueros (Ticketmaster) Nov. 10 at 4 p.m. against Fairleigh Dickinson Knights (Ticketmaster) Nov. 13 at...

The Bubbly Tart will have several Valentine's Day-themed Afternoon Teas in 2025. The cost is $60 per person (except for the 21+ event on Feb. 14). To reserve your spots, email chelsie@thebubblytart.com with the date, time, and how many will be attending, and if you want to add on any drinks. Dates: Feb. 8 from...

The temporary exhibit, "Big Clay," is at KANEKO from Jan. 31 to April 7, 2025. It features impressive works drawn from Ree and Jun Kaneko's distinguished private art collection. Showcasing groundbreaking large-scale ceramic works, "Big Clay" challenges the perception of what's possible through the medium of ceramic art. Included are works by artists who dared to push creative...

The special exhibit "Fabrics of Africa: Weaving Culture and Community" is on display at KANEKO from Feb. 7 to April 27, 2025. The exhibition includes an interactive element for visitors, who are invited to contribute to a digital tapestry created through traditional African design elements. As each individual pattern is woven into the whole, the growing,...

"Fifty Eighty Five" is a commemorative exhibit of the 50th Anniversary of the last Omaha hockey team and the 85th Anniversary of the first Omaha hockey team. The Opening Reception of the exhibit is Jan. 10 at 6 p.m. There's a special presentation by Omaha Hockey Hall of Fame founder and hockey historian Gary Anderson...

Sugary Gems is hosting a Valentine's Cookie Decorating Class at Indigo Cottage Crafts on Feb. 8. Class is open to all ages. Tickets are $48 per person and include a cookie decorating kit with all the tools and supplies needed and one complimentary drink (alcoholic or non-alcoholic available).

This one-of-a-kind event in Omaha makes painting into a competitive spectator sport! Artists go head-to-head during three timed rounds, and the audience votes for the winner. There's music, drinks and food, plus the art is available for auction.  Doors open at 5 p.m. Seating is limited. Tickets in advance are $20 each; they cost $30...

Kids Night Out is a chance for parents to enjoy a date night while their kids (ages 5-12) hang out at the zoo. Hosted by trained educators, each unique program includes pizza, snacks, animal experience, movie time, engaging and educational activities and more! Event drop off is at 5 p.m. and pick up is at 9...

This one-of-a-kind event in Omaha makes painting into a competitive spectator sport! Artists go head-to-head during three timed rounds, and the audience votes for the winner. There's music, drinks and food, plus the art is available for auction.  Doors open at 5 p.m. Seating is limited. Tickets in advance are $20 each; they cost $30...

This one-of-a-kind event in Omaha makes painting into a competitive spectator sport! Artists go head-to-head during three timed rounds, and the audience votes for the winner. There's music, drinks and food, plus the art is available for auction.  Doors open at 5 p.m. Seating is limited. Tickets in advance are $20 each; they cost $30...

This one-of-a-kind event in Omaha makes painting into a competitive spectator sport! Artists go head-to-head during three timed rounds, and the audience votes for the winner. There's music, drinks and food, plus the art is available for auction. There's also a Kids’ Art Booth and interactive painting stations. Doors open at 5 p.m. Seating is...

Suzanne Gunn and renowned textile artist Mary Zicafoose will talk about craft and culture, tracing Gunn’s travels and her selection of pieces, and highlighting the preservation of centuries-old techniques and the reimagining of tradition. General Admission is $10; Students, Educators, Seniors, Military are $5; and members are free. Member reception with the artists is at 5 p.m.

Omaha Lancers Hockey play their home games at Liberty First Credit Union Arena. Here's their 2024 schedule: Omaha Lancers Pre-Season Game vs. Sioux City Musketeers - Sept. 11 at 7:05 p.m. Omaha Lancers vs. Tri-City Storm - Sept. 13 at 7:05 p.m. Omaha Lancers vs. Chicago Steel - Oct 12. at 6:05 p.m. Omaha Lancers vs....

FLiCKER: A Heartfelt Evening is Feb. 8. This concert, featuring Nova String Quartet, will feature timeless hits played by strings, including Taylor Swift’s introspective pop ballads, Elton John’s sweeping piano-driven anthems, Shania Twain’s lively country-pop tunes, and the atmospheric sounds of Coldplay and more.  Doors open at 5 p.m., show starts at 6. Tickets start at...

The Detective Murder Mystery Show is an interactive dinner show where performers are dressed just like everyone else, leaving all of the guests to suspect who is a part of the show and who is not. The show takes place all around guests, and they're encouraged but not required to perform or participate.  Dinner is served...

The Detective Murder Mystery Show is an interactive dinner show where performers are dressed just like everyone else, leaving all of the guests to suspect who is a part of the show and who is not. The show takes place all around guests, and they're encouraged but not required to perform or participate.  Dinner is served...

The University of Nebraska at Omaha Hockey team plays its home games at Baxter Arena. Upcoming 2024-2025 Season games include: Oct. 5 at 6:07 p.m. (Ticketmaster) Oct. 18 at 7:07 p.m. (Ticketmaster) Oct. 19 at 7:07 p.m. (Ticketmaster) Nov. 8 at 7:07 p.m. (Ticketmaster) Nov. 9 at 7:07 p.m. (Ticketmaster) Nov. 22 at 7:07 p.m. (Ticketmaster) Nov. 23 at 7:07...

Omaha Community Playhouse presents "Waitress" on the Hawks Mainstage Jan. 24 - Feb. 16, 2025 (no performance on Feb. 1). Performances are Wednesdays - Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. Synopsis: Tony Award®-nominated musical "Waitress: offers a unique recipe for finding happiness in unexpected places. Jenna, an adept pie maker and waitress at the local...

Bellevue Little Theatre presents “The Girl on the Train” from Jan. 31 through Feb. 16. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. Tickets are $25 for adults, $20 for seniors, and $15 for students.  Synopsis: "The Girl on a Train" tells the story of Rachel Watson, whilst commuting back...

Waco City starts playing at 9 p.m. at Whiskey Roadhouse located inside Horseshoe Casino. Admission is free.

Omaha Children's Museum will have the temporary exhibit "Forever Forest!" opening on Jan. 18. Explore the realities of forests through play, learn about sustainability, selective harvesting, transportation needs, and the everyday products we use that are made from trees. Traverse the tree top climber, conduct a realistic replica of a Union Pacific engine, learn about construction...

Sean Kenney’s "Nature Connects®: Made with LEGO® Bricks" is at Lauritzen Gardens from Feb. 1 through May 18. This exhibit celebrates the beauty of nature but also emphasizes the delicate connections that exist between all living things. Marvel at 18 larger-than-life sculptures built from more than 275,000 LEGO® bricks, including a majestic monarch butterfly, a...

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...

Commemorate Black History Month with an educational story walk during the month of February at The RiverFront. Situated around the Arches Playground in Gene Leahy Mall, informational signage will celebrate several important figures throughout our history. Visitors will have the opportunity to learn more more about some of the great leaders and innovators in African American...

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...

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...

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...

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:

The Kiewit Luminarium presents "Love" Feb. 5-23, engaging all five senses and exploring the many facets of love. From biology to culture and even culinary arts, the understanding and appreciation of love is informed by many disciplines. What is love, exactly? Are our definitions of it shaped by our unique cultures and backgrounds? How do words of care and...

The Indoor Winter Farmers Market features more than 60 vendors and is held on the second and fourth Saturday & Sundays of the month from November to April. Admission is free. Locations: Fowling Warehouse on Saturdays Nebraska Brewing Co. om Sundays

"Mission: Astronaut" is a traveling exhibition that runs Jan. 19 through May 18, 2025. The hands-on experience covers space exploration, the technology that makes it possible, how it benefits life on Earth, and more through astronaut training challenges. The exhibition is included with museum admission. Each section presents interactive tasks that require an astronaut’s mindset to...

"Abraham Lincoln: President, Emancipator, Corporate Pitchman" is on display at The Durham Museum Jan. 20 through April 27.  The exhibit offers an innovative and immersive multi-sensory exploration of one of America’s most iconic figures. Through tactile displays and detailed imagery, the exhibition sheds light on Lincoln’s multifaceted roles – as a president who led the United...

"Love & Chocolate: A sonic seasoning experience" will be held Feb. 8 and 9 at Kiewit Luminarium. Sound Bites Concerts is an immersive culinary and musical experience. Expert chefs and virtuosic musicians collaborate to present Culinary Concerts — live performances paired with specially crafted food and beverages. The experience is fueled by creativity, collaboration, artistry,...

Join raptors in the Forest Room for a celebration of raptor love! Learn about how birds of prey choose their mates and raise their families while enjoying sweet treats and designing your own raptor-themed Talontines. Cost is $5 for members and $20 for non-members (price includes daily admission).

The temporary exhibit, "Big Clay," is at KANEKO from Jan. 31 to April 7, 2025. It features impressive works drawn from Ree and Jun Kaneko's distinguished private art collection. Showcasing groundbreaking large-scale ceramic works, "Big Clay" challenges the perception of what's possible through the medium of ceramic art. Included are works by artists who dared to push creative...

The special exhibit "Fabrics of Africa: Weaving Culture and Community" is on display at KANEKO from Feb. 7 to April 27, 2025. The exhibition includes an interactive element for visitors, who are invited to contribute to a digital tapestry created through traditional African design elements. As each individual pattern is woven into the whole, the growing,...

Omaha Community Playhouse presents "Waitress" on the Hawks Mainstage Jan. 24 - Feb. 16, 2025 (no performance on Feb. 1). Performances are Wednesdays - Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. Synopsis: Tony Award®-nominated musical "Waitress: offers a unique recipe for finding happiness in unexpected places. Jenna, an adept pie maker and waitress at the local...

Bellevue Little Theatre presents “The Girl on the Train” from Jan. 31 through Feb. 16. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. Tickets are $25 for adults, $20 for seniors, and $15 for students.  Synopsis: "The Girl on a Train" tells the story of Rachel Watson, whilst commuting back...