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...

Gifford Farm will be open to the public on Mondays from March 23 through Oct. 30 (except for Memorial Day & Labor Day), and every Friday from Aug. 3 through Oct. 30. Visitors can engage with farm animals and enjoy a hayride. The nature trail will be open. Cost is $6 per for visitors ages...

Gifford Farm will be open to the public on Mondays from March 23 through Oct. 30 (except for Memorial Day & Labor Day), and every Friday from Aug. 3 through Oct. 30. Visitors can engage with farm animals and enjoy a hayride. The nature trail will be open. Cost is $6 per for visitors ages...

The store Learning Express hosts free, in-store activities regularly. Events are at 11 a.m., unless otherwise noted. They are first come, first served, while supplies last. Open to all ages. Here are upcoming events: March 24 - Bug Garden Sensory Bin March 26 - Customize Your Own Tonie and Storytime  March 28 - Make a...

The Durham Museum's Speaker Series presents "Beyond The Ice: Unearthing Antarctic Dinosaurs, featuring Dr. Nathan Smith and Dr. Ashley Poust, on March 31. Dig deep into the challenges and discoveries of dinosaur fossils in Antarctica in a conversation led by two scientists, Dr. Nathan Smith and Dr. Ashley Poust, who know their dinosaurs. This event...

Pouya brings the They Could Never Make Me Tour to Steelhouse Omaha on March 31. Freddie Dread and Cursed will open the show. Tickets start at $32.50, and are available 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 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....

Field of Lily's exhibition "Little Black Girl Memoir" is on display from March 14 through April 19. Gallery hours are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 1 to 8 p.m. and Friday & Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is free.   "Little Black Girl Memoir" is a vibrant and thought-provoking exhibition that explores the...

The Omaha Storm Chasers is the area's AAA baseball team. Home games are played Werner Park. Here's a look at their 2025 season: April 1 at 6:35 p.m. (Magnet Schedule Giveaway) April 2 at 12:05 p.m. April 3 at 6:35 p.m. ($3 Thursday) April 4 at 6:35 p.m. April 5 at 2:05 p.m. April 6...

"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....

Explore the zoo's animals through books during Zoo Tales. Guests will enjoy a story about an animal while seeing the animal in its habitat here at the Zoo. This program is offered bi-monthly and targeted for ages 3-5 years old, but all ages are welcome to join.  Program starts at 10 a.m. Cost is $10. 2025...

The Omaha Storm Chasers is the area's AAA baseball team. Home games are played Werner Park. Here's a look at their 2025 season: April 1 at 6:35 p.m. (Magnet Schedule Giveaway) April 2 at 12:05 p.m. April 3 at 6:35 p.m. ($3 Thursday) April 4 at 6:35 p.m. April 5 at 2:05 p.m. April 6...

Field of Lily's exhibition "Little Black Girl Memoir" is on display from March 14 through April 19. Gallery hours are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 1 to 8 p.m. and Friday & Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is free.   "Little Black Girl Memoir" is a vibrant and thought-provoking exhibition that explores the...

"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,...

"The Primacy of Form," a new sculpture by pioneering sculptor Bruce Beasley, will be on display at KANEKO from March 21 through Aug. 16, 2025. Beasley transforms basic geometric shapes into mesmerizing compositions that seem to defy gravity. Working in materials from bronze and granite to Lucite, his sculptures have commanded international attention since his undergraduate years,...

Field of Lily's exhibition "Little Black Girl Memoir" is on display from March 14 through April 19. Gallery hours are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 1 to 8 p.m. and Friday & Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is free.   "Little Black Girl Memoir" is a vibrant and thought-provoking exhibition that explores the...

Joslyn Castle & Gardens will host two events around fashion.  April 3 from 5 to 9 p.m.: Conscious Collections Clothing Swap & Viewing Party. Swap Omaha at the Joslyn Castle Carriage House for a night of community, connection and understanding just how exploitative the fashion industry is. Plus, you get to swap your pre-loved pieces...

Nights At The Joslyn is a monthly series of evenings for art immersion featuring gallery talks, live music, artmaking, special programs, and food and drinks (for purchase). Schedule: April 3 - Ancient art collection May 1 - Bold Movements in 20th-Century Art  June 5 - Get Outdoors   

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...

The Omaha Storm Chasers is the area's AAA baseball team. Home games are played Werner Park. Here's a look at their 2025 season: April 1 at 6:35 p.m. (Magnet Schedule Giveaway) April 2 at 12:05 p.m. April 3 at 6:35 p.m. ($3 Thursday) April 4 at 6:35 p.m. April 5 at 2:05 p.m. April 6...

Omnium Circus presents "I'm Possible," a sensory-inclusive permanence on April 3 at Steelhouse Omaha. Dazzling and entertaining, Omnium Circus is a first of its kind—a singularly inclusive, accessible circus that is multi-abled and representative, highlighting and celebrating that disability and diversity can shine through the joy and excitement of circus arts. Omnium means “of all and...

KANEKO and The Nature Conservancy present "Into Whooperland: A Photographer's Journey With Whooping Cranes" a talk and book signing with Michael Forsberg. Forsberg immersed himself in the world of whooping cranes – a universe of another kind, and yet reliant on human care. During a five year period, he followed the last wild whooping crane population, numbering...

Country star Kesha Ballerini is coming to Omaha on April 3. Tickets start at $46.50, and are available through Ticketmaster. Opening the show will be The Japanese House and MaRynn Taylor.

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 -...

"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....

Field of Lily's exhibition "Little Black Girl Memoir" is on display from March 14 through April 19. Gallery hours are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 1 to 8 p.m. and Friday & Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is free.   "Little Black Girl Memoir" is a vibrant and thought-provoking exhibition that explores the...

The store Learning Express hosts free, in-store activities regularly. Events are at 11 a.m., unless otherwise noted. They are first come, first served, while supplies last. Open to all ages. Here are upcoming events: March 24 - Bug Garden Sensory Bin March 26 - Customize Your Own Tonie and Storytime  March 28 - Make a...

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 Primacy of Form," a new sculpture by pioneering sculptor Bruce Beasley, will be on display at KANEKO from March 21 through Aug. 16, 2025. Beasley transforms basic geometric shapes into mesmerizing compositions that seem to defy gravity. Working in materials from bronze and granite to Lucite, his sculptures have commanded international attention since his undergraduate years,...

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 Platte River Art Show will be held April 4-6 in the Peter Kiewit Lodge at Eugene T. Mahoney State Park. Artwork will include photography, mix media, paintings, jewelry, wood work, handcrafted artwork, and sculptures. Hours are Friday from 6 to 9 p.m. (wine & cheese reception, Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday from...

The Omaha Storm Chasers is the area's AAA baseball team. Home games are played Werner Park. Here's a look at their 2025 season: April 1 at 6:35 p.m. (Magnet Schedule Giveaway) April 2 at 12:05 p.m. April 3 at 6:35 p.m. ($3 Thursday) April 4 at 6:35 p.m. April 5 at 2:05 p.m. April 6...

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...

The Rose presents “Milo Imagines the World” March 21 – April 6. The play runs for 50 minutes. Tickets are $10. ASL Services & Audio Descriptive Services are available on the March 29 2 p.m. performance. Sensory-friendly services are on April 5 at 2 p.m. Synopsis: Milo is on a long subway ride with his older...

“Who’s Live Anyway” is April 4 at 7:30 p.m. at Holland Performing Arts Center. The show is is 90 minutes of hilarious improvised comedy and song all based on audience suggestions. Cast members Ryan Stiles, Greg Proops, Jeff B. Davis, and Joel Murray will leave you gasping with the very witty scenes they invent before your...

"Empowerment in Special Education Conference and Resource Day: Supporting Families, Celebrating Abilities" is on April 5. Parents, caregivers, teachers, related service providers, current UNO students, and others are invited to join us to learn from presenters. Topics will include advocacy, state resources, transition plans and more. It's free to attend. Spanish interpretation available. Snacks provided. Be...

"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...

Ralston Green Market is a farmers market that runs weekly on Saturdays from April 5 through October in the parking lot of Barn Girls Farms. In addition to vendors, there will be entertainment, games, crafts and more. 

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....

Brick Days, a LEGO Fan Convention, is April 3-6 at the Mid-America Center (Thursday and Friday are for VIB ticket holders only). This year's theme is Pioneers. Activities include Play Brick, Museum of American Speed Ramp, LEGO Mosaic Wall, LEGO Duplo Build Are, and LEGO Trench Run.  Tickets are $8 for kids (ages 8 and...

The Platte River Art Show will be held April 4-6 in the Peter Kiewit Lodge at Eugene T. Mahoney State Park. Artwork will include photography, mix media, paintings, jewelry, wood work, handcrafted artwork, and sculptures. Hours are Friday from 6 to 9 p.m. (wine & cheese reception, Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday from...

Field of Lily's exhibition "Little Black Girl Memoir" is on display from March 14 through April 19. Gallery hours are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 1 to 8 p.m. and Friday & Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is free.   "Little Black Girl Memoir" is a vibrant and thought-provoking exhibition that explores the...

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:

Art-Tastic Saturdays is held on the first Saturdays of the month at The Joslyn from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., featuring gallery activities, special presentations, and creative exploration designed for all ages.

Springfest is a two-day kite festival held at River's Edge Park in Council Bluffs. The event will feature giant kites flown by Great American Kites, live music, food trucks, and family-friendly fun.

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....

Why wait until November to celebration National Bison Day? Union Pacific Railroad Museum celebrates Half-Way To National Bison Day with bison-themed story times brought by Raise Me to Read, flint knapping demonstrations from Pottawattamie County Conservation, and bison themed crafts. Activities are free, as is museum 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,...

"The Primacy of Form," a new sculpture by pioneering sculptor Bruce Beasley, will be on display at KANEKO from March 21 through Aug. 16, 2025. Beasley transforms basic geometric shapes into mesmerizing compositions that seem to defy gravity. Working in materials from bronze and granite to Lucite, his sculptures have commanded international attention since his undergraduate years,...

The Rose presents “Milo Imagines the World” March 21 – April 6. The play runs for 50 minutes. Tickets are $10. ASL Services & Audio Descriptive Services are available on the March 29 2 p.m. performance. Sensory-friendly services are on April 5 at 2 p.m. Synopsis: Milo is on a long subway ride with his older...

The Omaha Storm Chasers is the area's AAA baseball team. Home games are played Werner Park. Here's a look at their 2025 season: April 1 at 6:35 p.m. (Magnet Schedule Giveaway) April 2 at 12:05 p.m. April 3 at 6:35 p.m. ($3 Thursday) April 4 at 6:35 p.m. April 5 at 2:05 p.m. April 6...

The Rose presents “Milo Imagines the World” March 21 – April 6. The play runs for 50 minutes. Tickets are $10. ASL Services & Audio Descriptive Services are available on the March 29 2 p.m. performance. Sensory-friendly services are on April 5 at 2 p.m. Synopsis: Milo is on a long subway ride with his older...

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....

Games of the professional volleyball team, Omaha Supernovas, are the CHI Health Center Arena. 2025 Schedule Jan. 10 at 7 p.m. vs. Atlanta Vibe  Buy Tickets Jan. 19 at 3 p.m. vs. San Diego Mojo Buy Tickets Jan. 31 at 7 p.m. vs. Columbus Fury Buy Tickets Feb. 16 at 3 p.m. vs. San Diego Mojo Buy Tickets...

FolkHouse Concerts at the Castle features the best in local grassroots, folk, and Americana bands in an intimate venue: The Castle's historic Carriage House. Concerts start at 7:30 p.m.; doors open at 7. Tickets are $25. Concerts are for ages 16+. Upcoming concerts: April 5 - Brad Choleric  April 12 - Carol Montag  May 8...

Jack White brings his No Name Tour to the Steelhouse Omaha on April 5. Tickets start at $125, and are available through Ticketmaster.

Comedy After Dark is Omaha’s longest running comedy series for a reason! The first Saturday of each month you can catch this uncensored, unapologetic, wild ride of a Stand Up Comedy showcase. Brought to you by savvy veterans of the local comedy scene (Chuck & Bill Comedy) and their misfit associates. Expect BIG laughs and COLD...

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....

Brick Days, a LEGO Fan Convention, is April 3-6 at the Mid-America Center (Thursday and Friday are for VIB ticket holders only). This year's theme is Pioneers. Activities include Play Brick, Museum of American Speed Ramp, LEGO Mosaic Wall, LEGO Duplo Build Are, and LEGO Trench Run.  Tickets are $8 for kids (ages 8 and...

The Platte River Art Show will be held April 4-6 in the Peter Kiewit Lodge at Eugene T. Mahoney State Park. Artwork will include photography, mix media, paintings, jewelry, wood work, handcrafted artwork, and sculptures. Hours are Friday from 6 to 9 p.m. (wine & cheese reception, Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday from...

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...

Springfest is a two-day kite festival held at River's Edge Park in Council Bluffs. The event will feature giant kites flown by Great American Kites, live music, food trucks, and family-friendly fun.

"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...

World Autism Day with Autism Action Partnership is April 6 at Gene Leahy Mall. Visit the Performance Pavilion and the Downtown Green to join in on the fun that celebrates inclusion and community. 

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)

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 Primacy of Form," a new sculpture by pioneering sculptor Bruce Beasley, will be on display at KANEKO from March 21 through Aug. 16, 2025. Beasley transforms basic geometric shapes into mesmerizing compositions that seem to defy gravity. Working in materials from bronze and granite to Lucite, his sculptures have commanded international attention since his undergraduate years,...

Science Sunday is part of the Nebraska Science Festival. This is a free family-friendly hour for you to learn about nature, animals, medicine and more with hands-on science activities (while supplies last). 2025 Schedule: April 6 – Water Walking April 13 – Seed Bombs April 27 – Make your own Constellation 

Omaha Symphony presents "Rota & Schumann" on April 6. Michael Gandolfi’s imaginative bon-bon "Themes from a Midsummer Night" conjures Shakespeare’s comedy through exquisite writing for chamber orchestra.  

The Rose presents “Milo Imagines the World” March 21 – April 6. The play runs for 50 minutes. Tickets are $10. ASL Services & Audio Descriptive Services are available on the March 29 2 p.m. performance. Sensory-friendly services are on April 5 at 2 p.m. Synopsis: Milo is on a long subway ride with his older...

The Omaha Storm Chasers is the area's AAA baseball team. Home games are played Werner Park. Here's a look at their 2025 season: April 1 at 6:35 p.m. (Magnet Schedule Giveaway) April 2 at 12:05 p.m. April 3 at 6:35 p.m. ($3 Thursday) April 4 at 6:35 p.m. April 5 at 2:05 p.m. April 6...

Joslyn Castle & Gardens will host two events around fashion.  April 3 from 5 to 9 p.m.: Conscious Collections Clothing Swap & Viewing Party. Swap Omaha at the Joslyn Castle Carriage House for a night of community, connection and understanding just how exploitative the fashion industry is. Plus, you get to swap your pre-loved pieces...

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 Spirit of 1989 Tour featuring Trixter, Enuff Z'Nuff, Pretty Boy Floyd, and Christian Shields is April 6 at Bushwackers. Trixter is known for "One in a Million" and "Give It To Me Good." Enuff Z'Nuff  is known for "Fly High Michelle" and "New Thing." Pretty Boyd Floyd is known for "Rock and Roll (Is Gonna Set the...