Omaha's RiverFront celebrates Women's History Month with informational signage featuring important women throughout history. Park visitors will have the opportunity to learn more about some of the women who changed and innovated our community, country and world. Signs will be around the Arches Playground.

"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...

Celebrate the birthday of Dr. Seuss at Learning Express. Kids can make ooblek (AKA, slime) and then enjoy storytime featuring "Bartholomew and the Oobleck." The event is free and open to all ages, while supplies last.

Omaha's RiverFront celebrates Women's History Month with informational signage featuring important women throughout history. Park visitors will have the opportunity to learn more about some of the women who changed and innovated our community, country and world. Signs will be around the Arches Playground.

"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...

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...

"Antarctic Dinosaurs" runs Feb. 15 through May 4 at The Durham Museum. The exhibit is included with museum admission.  While Antarctica is a frozen land of snow today, "Antarctic Dinosaurs: reveals the lush habitat it once was 200 million years ago and the unique animals that called it home. Visitors will learn about rare dinosaurs...

The temporary exhibition "All Aboard: The Railroad in American Art, 1840–1955" is on display at The Joslyn Art Museum from Feb. 15 through May 4. Tickets are $10 for the general public ages 13 and older; members and children 12 and under are free.  Exhibit free days: First weekends from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m....

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...

Omaha's RiverFront celebrates Women's History Month with informational signage featuring important women throughout history. Park visitors will have the opportunity to learn more about some of the women who changed and innovated our community, country and world. Signs will be around the Arches Playground.

"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...

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,...

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...

"Antarctic Dinosaurs" runs Feb. 15 through May 4 at The Durham Museum. The exhibit is included with museum admission.  While Antarctica is a frozen land of snow today, "Antarctic Dinosaurs: reveals the lush habitat it once was 200 million years ago and the unique animals that called it home. Visitors will learn about rare dinosaurs...

The temporary exhibition "All Aboard: The Railroad in American Art, 1840–1955" is on display at The Joslyn Art Museum from Feb. 15 through May 4. Tickets are $10 for the general public ages 13 and older; members and children 12 and under are free.  Exhibit free days: First weekends from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m....

LOVB Omaha 2025 season features the following games held at Liberty First Credit Union Arena and Baxter Arena: Jan. 24 at 6:30 p.m., vs. Madison at Liberty First Credit Union Arena (Tickets) Jan. 25 at 4 p.m., vs. Austin at Liberty First Credit Union Arena (Tickets) March 5 at 6:30 p.m. vs. Salt Lake at Liberty...

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...

Sullivan King and the Chaos Will Bring Peace 2025 US Tour will be at the Steelhouse Omaha on March 5. Openers include Yookie, Grabbitz, and RZRKT. Tickets start at $44.50, and are available through Ticketmaster.

Omaha's RiverFront celebrates Women's History Month with informational signage featuring important women throughout history. Park visitors will have the opportunity to learn more about some of the women who changed and innovated our community, country and world. Signs will be around the Arches Playground.

"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...

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...

"Antarctic Dinosaurs" runs Feb. 15 through May 4 at The Durham Museum. The exhibit is included with museum admission.  While Antarctica is a frozen land of snow today, "Antarctic Dinosaurs: reveals the lush habitat it once was 200 million years ago and the unique animals that called it home. Visitors will learn about rare dinosaurs...

The temporary exhibition "All Aboard: The Railroad in American Art, 1840–1955" is on display at The Joslyn Art Museum from Feb. 15 through May 4. Tickets are $10 for the general public ages 13 and older; members and children 12 and under are free.  Exhibit free days: First weekends from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m....

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,...

Celtic band Gaelic Storm performs March 6 at Steelhouse Omaha. The Reverend Peyton's Big Damn Band will open the show. Tickets start at $32.50, and are available through Ticketmaster.

Omaha's RiverFront celebrates Women's History Month with informational signage featuring important women throughout history. Park visitors will have the opportunity to learn more about some of the women who changed and innovated our community, country and world. Signs will be around the Arches Playground.

"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...

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...

"Antarctic Dinosaurs" runs Feb. 15 through May 4 at The Durham Museum. The exhibit is included with museum admission.  While Antarctica is a frozen land of snow today, "Antarctic Dinosaurs: reveals the lush habitat it once was 200 million years ago and the unique animals that called it home. Visitors will learn about rare dinosaurs...

The temporary exhibition "All Aboard: The Railroad in American Art, 1840–1955" is on display at The Joslyn Art Museum from Feb. 15 through May 4. Tickets are $10 for the general public ages 13 and older; members and children 12 and under are free.  Exhibit free days: First weekends from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m....

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,...

The presentation "Skeletons on the Screen" intended for teens ages 13-18, and is a part of the NE SciFest. Join Dr. Katie East for an entertaining look into forensic anthropology on the screen to learn what forensic anthropologists actually do. Compare television, movies and real life. It may be entertaining when pop culture gets forensic anthropology...

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...

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...

This Omaha Public Library storyteller event is free and open to ages 19+. Do you have a favorite adventure you've ever had, or an adventure that didn't go quite the way you thought it would? Prepare a 5-8 minute story about your experience and come share with the crowd. All participants will be awarded a superlative award!...

Renowned birder, naturalist, and hunter-conservationist J. Drew Lanham will present a discussion on the convergence of nature, culture, and conservation for the Holland Talks series. A 2022 MacArthur Fellow, Lanham is the author of "The Home Place: Memoirs of a Colored Man’s Love Affair With Nature" and "Joy is the Justice We Give Ourselves." His award-winning...

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.

Country band Muscadine Bloodline brings The Coastal Plain Tour to The Astro on March 7. Josh Meloy opens the show. General admission tickets start at $39.50 via Ticketmaster.

Everyone loves musicals, but they take so much time time to rehearse, cast, build a set, and more... or do they? In Closing Night Debut you will see a brand new musical, made up completely on the spot, just for you! Come watch the magic of improvised music, where we take suggestions from our audience...

Slacker University's It's A 2000s Party is March 7 at Steelhouse Omaha. General Admission tickets are $33.75 and are available through Ticketmaster.

This group of improvisers have been working every week for a whole year on their improv comedy abilities! They are officially becoming Backline Alumni and will be performing one final show as their team. Opening for them as the trio Nicki Minaj a Trois is reunited as a former improviser is back from doing shows...

Omaha's RiverFront celebrates Women's History Month with informational signage featuring important women throughout history. Park visitors will have the opportunity to learn more about some of the women who changed and innovated our community, country and world. Signs will be around the Arches Playground.

"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...

The festive race, Shamrock Shuffle & Leprechaun Chase, winds through historic downtown Council Bluffs, with the finish line located at the Historic 100 Block. St. Patrick’s Day attire is encouraged. The Shamrock Shuffle is a certified 3-mile route that's professionally-timed. The Leprechaun Chase is for kids ages 10 and younger and is not timed. There...

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:

"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...

"Antarctic Dinosaurs" runs Feb. 15 through May 4 at The Durham Museum. The exhibit is included with museum admission.  While Antarctica is a frozen land of snow today, "Antarctic Dinosaurs: reveals the lush habitat it once was 200 million years ago and the unique animals that called it home. Visitors will learn about rare dinosaurs...

PAW Patrol Live! “A Mighty Adventure” will have four performances at the Orpeum Theater on March 8 (10 a.m. and 2 p.m) and March 9 (11 a.m. and 3 p.m.). Audiences will join the “PAW-some” pack in Adventure City and witness the pups charged up like never before, as they work together to super-save the...

The temporary exhibition "All Aboard: The Railroad in American Art, 1840–1955" is on display at The Joslyn Art Museum from Feb. 15 through May 4. Tickets are $10 for the general public ages 13 and older; members and children 12 and under are free.  Exhibit free days: First weekends from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m....

Chomp, Stomp Saturday Series runs from Feb. 22 through March 29, with drop-in activities from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at The Durham. Enjoy dinosaur-themed fun, games and crafts, and explore the exhibit, "Antarctic Dinosaurs."  Schedule: 10 a.m. to noon - Interact with Dinosaur Ranger Anthony from Stomp Chomp Roar and pose for photos with Paleo....

The local chapter of the Ancient Order of Hibernians organizes Omaha’s largest St. Patrick’s Day Parade. The 2025 parade starts at 11 a.m. on 15th and Harney streets in downtown Omaha. There will be an Opening Ceremony at the starting point of the parade at 10:45 a.m.  Parade route The parade starts at 15th 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

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,...

The Omaha Public Library's Dragons Love Tacos Escape Room is designed for participants ages 6-10, and based on the best-selling "Dragons Love Tacos" books by Adam Rubin. It's free.  Dates: March 1 from 10 a.m. to noon at the downtown branch (registration is required and opens Feb. 1. Call 402-444-4828 to sign up for a...

Behind the scenes tour of an in-progress historic window restoration project at the St. Cecilia Cathedral School. The tour will be led by the project lead, local window expert David White, owner of Aksarben Window Works, who will walk guests through his process and answer questions. Cost is $10.

Omaha Kings & Omaha Queens Pro Indoor Soccer play their home games at Baxter Arena.  2025 schedule: Jan. 19 at 1 p.m. (Tickets)  Jan. 26 at 1 p.m. (Tickets) Feb. 16 at 1 p.m. (Tickets) March 8 at 4 p.m. (Tickets) April 6 at 1 p.m. (Tickets)

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....

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...

Paint a Partner at Omaha Public Library Saddlebrook branch on March 8. This is not an art class, but rather, a chance to socialize with other adults who may (or may not) have artistic abilities. Pair up and paint your partner’s features as best you can. It's free but registration is required. Registration opens Feb. 1.

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 Old Market Magician Presents “Up Close & Magical” at the theater located inside Mahoney State Park. Performances are: Nov. 30 at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 1 at 2:30 p.m. Dec. 28 at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 29 at 2:30 p.m. Feb. 1 at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 2 at 2:30 p.m. March 8 at 7 p.m. March...

Gather up your special someone (or any someone) and come see great two-person teams improvising their little hearts out. Whether you actually bring a date, this show will be just as fun to watch alone or with a group of friends. Who knows, maybe you'll meet a future date here.

Omaha Symphony presents "Pirates of the Caribbean: Curse of the Black Pearl™ in Concert" on March 8 and 9. Klaus Badelt & Hans Zimmer’s score will performed live to the film.

"The Strangers" is a 2-person improv show featuring Timmy Tamisiea and Will Meinen; two people who at one time didn't know each other and now they do! Timmy trained and taught in Chicago and LA and continues to perform around the country with the Westside Comedy theater. Will got his start at The Backline, and trained/performed...

Mic drop is a 1 v1 tournament style competition. The contestants are seeded 1-8 and battle it out with their best stand up performance through three rounds where each round someone is eliminated until they're two comics left who go at to become champion. Then we end the show with one of Omaha's great talents...

Omaha's RiverFront celebrates Women's History Month with informational signage featuring important women throughout history. Park visitors will have the opportunity to learn more about some of the women who changed and innovated our community, country and world. Signs will be around the Arches Playground.

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...

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...

The temporary exhibition "All Aboard: The Railroad in American Art, 1840–1955" is on display at The Joslyn Art Museum from Feb. 15 through May 4. Tickets are $10 for the general public ages 13 and older; members and children 12 and under are free.  Exhibit free days: First weekends from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m....

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...

PAW Patrol Live! “A Mighty Adventure” will have four performances at the Orpeum Theater on March 8 (10 a.m. and 2 p.m) and March 9 (11 a.m. and 3 p.m.). Audiences will join the “PAW-some” pack in Adventure City and witness the pups charged up like never before, as they work together to super-save the...

"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...

"Antarctic Dinosaurs" runs Feb. 15 through May 4 at The Durham Museum. The exhibit is included with museum admission.  While Antarctica is a frozen land of snow today, "Antarctic Dinosaurs: reveals the lush habitat it once was 200 million years ago and the unique animals that called it home. Visitors will learn about rare dinosaurs...

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 Symphony presents "Pirates of the Caribbean: Curse of the Black Pearl™ in Concert" on March 8 and 9. Klaus Badelt & Hans Zimmer’s score will performed live to the film.

The Old Market Magician Presents “Up Close & Magical” at the theater located inside Mahoney State Park. Performances are: Nov. 30 at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 1 at 2:30 p.m. Dec. 28 at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 29 at 2:30 p.m. Feb. 1 at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 2 at 2:30 p.m. March 8 at 7 p.m. March...

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....

Put on your dancing shoes and join in the fun! Experience the exhilarating excitement of dance in this whirl through the world of Ballet Hispánico. Led by Ballet Hispánico CEO Eduardo Vilaro and other members of the company, there’s a place on the dance floor for all. Family participation encouraged. Participants will receive an opportunity...