"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...

Kids In The Hy-Vee Kitchen is a kid's cooking class recommended for kids ages 4-8 years old (parent is required to stay during the class). Children will have the opportunity to help make the recipes at the front of the room, which will then be distributed to the entire class. Some recipes will be made individually...

Kids Yoga and Mindfulness session with The Fern Foundation for Kid will be held April 7 and 14 from 4 to 6 p.m.

"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...

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...

Tiny Tot Easter Egg Hunt is open to kids ages 6 and older. Bring your basket and join the Egg Hunt followed by toddler gym time and crafts.

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

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...

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....

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...

"Grow" is on display at Kiewit Luminarium through May 8.  In a series of interactive programs and experiences, discover how communities and individuals develop and thrive in nature? Included with admission. Programs:

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...

Rapper G-Eazy brings his Helium Tour to Steelhouse Omaha on April 16. Opening is Marc E. Bassy and Goody Grace. Main Floor/General Admission tickets start at $45.

"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...

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....

"Grow" is on display at Kiewit Luminarium through May 8.  In a series of interactive programs and experiences, discover how communities and individuals develop and thrive in nature? Included with admission. Programs:

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

The 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...

Opera Omaha, Wicked Raven Productions, and Joslyn Castle and Gardens present "Baroque Entanglements," an art exhibition that immerses visitors in the rich themes of Handel's renowned opera, "Giulio Cesare." Through the eyes of artists, experience the seductive allure, political tension, and storied lives of Cleopatra and Julius Caesar — all set against the backdrop of...

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...

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...

UNO Theatre presents "Alice in Wonderland" by Alice Gerstenberg from April 17-27, 2025. Performances are Thursdays through Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. Tickets are $20 (preview performance tickets are $10). 

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...

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...

Kanpai!Con is a community-focused annual Japanese cultural appreciation convention that runs April 18-20 at the Hilton Hotel Omaha. The convention focuses on anime, manga, and Japanese video gaming, and includes cosplay, special guests, and a family-friendly setting. Weekend passes are $40; day passes are $20. Kids under $13 pay $10 on Sunday and a parent or...

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...

Join Hot Shops Art Center at Lewis & Clark Landing for a free kids craft activity making bunnies out of egg cartons. 

"Grow" is on display at Kiewit Luminarium through May 8.  In a series of interactive programs and experiences, discover how communities and individuals develop and thrive in nature? Included with admission. Programs:

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 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 Junkin' Market Days Spring Market will be held April 18 & 19 at the Washington County Fairgrounds. Local small businesses will be selling shabby chic home decor, rustic furniture, jewelry, boutique clothing, and beautiful spring decor. Food will be available for purchase from a food truck and there will also be a bar.  Hours...

Pop-Up Commons hosts a free Pop-Up Art Gallery on the third Friday of the month. Meet the artist, browse and purchase artwork, and celebrate local artists. 

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 exhibition "Elemental Harmony" opens April 18 with an Opening Night reception from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Remarks will be at 7 p.m. It's free to attend, but seating is limited. Reservations are recommended. The exhibition runs through July 12.

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 “Pete the Cat: The Musical” from April 18 – May 4. Performances are Friday at 7 p.m., Saturday at 2 and 5 p.m., and Sunday at 2 p.m. (no show on April 20). Shows with ASL service are April 26 and May 2. The sensory-friendly show is May 3. Tickets are $20....

Omaha Community Playhouse presents "Jimmy Buffett’s Escape to Margaritaville" on the Hawks Mainstage from April 18 - May 11, 2025. Performances are Wednesdays - Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. Synopsis: Welcome to Margaritaville! Tully, a charismatic individual juggling roles as a part-time bartender and part-time singer, is convinced that he has life completely...

UNO Theatre presents "Alice in Wonderland" by Alice Gerstenberg from April 17-27, 2025. Performances are Thursdays through Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. Tickets are $20 (preview performance tickets are $10). 

The Midwest's BEST stand up comedians all jam-packed in to one hour of fast-paced live comedy like nothing else you'll find in Omaha. 11 comedians that could each headline their own show all in just over an hour. Now that we have a FULL BAR, we will have a special shot deal for folks looking to...

"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...

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...

Kanpai!Con is a community-focused annual Japanese cultural appreciation convention that runs April 18-20 at the Hilton Hotel Omaha. The convention focuses on anime, manga, and Japanese video gaming, and includes cosplay, special guests, and a family-friendly setting. Weekend passes are $40; day passes are $20. Kids under $13 pay $10 on Sunday and a parent or...

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. 

The Junkin' Market Days Spring Market will be held April 18 & 19 at the Washington County Fairgrounds. Local small businesses will be selling shabby chic home decor, rustic furniture, jewelry, boutique clothing, and beautiful spring decor. Food will be available for purchase from a food truck and there will also be a bar.  Hours...

Nelson Produce Farm will holds its first ever Tulip Festival from April 19 to May 4. They anticipate 400,000 blooms with more than 35 varieties. The festival includes photo ops, specialty food and drinks, and farm attractions.

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...

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:

Beauty View Dairy Farm offers tours on select Saturdays in the spring. The 1 hour and 15-minute tour includes the milking parlor, baby calves, and cow feeding. Cost is $8 for any over 3 years old. The tour ends with ice cream. Reservations are not required. Arrive 10 minutes before the tour. Be sure to...

"Grow" is on display at Kiewit Luminarium through May 8.  In a series of interactive programs and experiences, discover how communities and individuals develop and thrive in nature? Included with admission. Programs:

Kids In The Hy-Vee Kitchen is a kid's cooking class recommended for kids ages 4-8 years old (parent is required to stay during the class). Children will have the opportunity to help make the recipes at the front of the room, which will then be distributed to the entire class. Some recipes will be made individually...

The Omaha Hell Hounds will give a history of Buhurt presentation and armored combat demonstration at Joslyn Castle & Gardens. The event is a fundraiser benefitting Joslyn Castle and the Castle and Cathedral District.

DIY Eggcellent Adventure Crafts with Metropolitan Community College is a free craft activity at Gene Leahy Mall. Supplies are limited.

The exhibition "Elemental Harmony" opens April 18 with an Opening Night reception from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Remarks will be at 7 p.m. It's free to attend, but seating is limited. Reservations are recommended. The exhibition runs through July 12.

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 14th annual Wambli Sapa Memorial Powwow will be held at the Sapp Fieldhouse on the University of Nebraska at Omaha's campus. This year's theme is "We Are Urban: From Reservation to City Walking Between Two Worlds." The free event will have art, food, and dance. It's open to the public.

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 “Pete the Cat: The Musical” from April 18 – May 4. Performances are Friday at 7 p.m., Saturday at 2 and 5 p.m., and Sunday at 2 p.m. (no show on April 20). Shows with ASL service are April 26 and May 2. The sensory-friendly show is May 3. Tickets are $20....

African Fashion Week Omaha, presented by Afromaha, is April 19 at KANEKO. The 2025 is Afrofuturism. It's the seventh annual celebration and a platform for innovative local and international fashion designers to display their African-inspired creations. Tickets start at $55.

Fontenelle Forest's Family Campfire Festival takes place at Camp Wa-Kon-Da and will feature guided hikes, a seasonal craft, lawn games, hot dogs & s'mores, and more festivities. Wear shoes you're comfortable hiking in, bring an extra layer for those chilly spring evenings, and bring a lawn chair or picnic blanket. The optional guided hikes will...

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...

The professional indoor football team, Omaha Beef, play all their indoor games at Liberty First Arena. Tickets are $19-$42. The 2025 season includes: March 2 at 3 p.m. vs Minneapolis Warriors March 15 at 6:30 p.m. vs Colorado Spartans March 29 at 6:30 p.m. vs Idaho Horsemen April 19 at 6:30 p.m. vs Sioux City...

Storis After Dark is a free event for adults 19+ at Omaha Public Library branches. Prepare a 5-8 minute story about your experience and come share with the crowd. All participants will be awarded a superlative award. Storyteller Ground Rules: Terrified of the stage? Ben an audience member to cheer on the storytellers. Upcoming events:

Omaha Community Playhouse presents "Jimmy Buffett’s Escape to Margaritaville" on the Hawks Mainstage from April 18 - May 11, 2025. Performances are Wednesdays - Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. Synopsis: Welcome to Margaritaville! Tully, a charismatic individual juggling roles as a part-time bartender and part-time singer, is convinced that he has life completely...

UNO Theatre presents "Alice in Wonderland" by Alice Gerstenberg from April 17-27, 2025. Performances are Thursdays through Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. Tickets are $20 (preview performance tickets are $10). 

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...

Kanpai!Con is a community-focused annual Japanese cultural appreciation convention that runs April 18-20 at the Hilton Hotel Omaha. The convention focuses on anime, manga, and Japanese video gaming, and includes cosplay, special guests, and a family-friendly setting. Weekend passes are $40; day passes are $20. Kids under $13 pay $10 on Sunday and a parent or...

Nelson Produce Farm will holds its first ever Tulip Festival from April 19 to May 4. They anticipate 400,000 blooms with more than 35 varieties. The festival includes photo ops, specialty food and drinks, and farm attractions.

Lauritzen Gardens’ Spring EGGstravaganza is an eco-friendly twist on the classic egg hunt. Kids can collect and color eco-friendly wooden eggs, in a casual, self-paced “hunt” around the festival garden. Up to three eggs can be decorated and taken home as a keepsake. Families can also test their skills in a competitive, timed egg hunt...

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:

"Grow" is on display at Kiewit Luminarium through May 8.  In a series of interactive programs and experiences, discover how communities and individuals develop and thrive in nature? Included with admission. Programs:

"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...

"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...

Omaha Community Playhouse presents "Jimmy Buffett’s Escape to Margaritaville" on the Hawks Mainstage from April 18 - May 11, 2025. Performances are Wednesdays - Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. Synopsis: Welcome to Margaritaville! Tully, a charismatic individual juggling roles as a part-time bartender and part-time singer, is convinced that he has life completely...

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...

Dine and Unwind at Biaggi's Ristorante Italiano, features live music by Jacqueline Monique and Bobby Gadoury. Tickets are $20 for the concert; order of the menu. Upcoming performances: Jan. 19 at 5 p.m. (Tickets) Feb. 16 at 5 p.m. (Tickets) March 16 at 5 p.m. (Tickets) April 20 at 5 p.m. (Tickets) May 18 at 5...

Bullet For My Valentine & Trivium are at the Steelhouse Omaha on April 20. Bleed From Within and August Burns Red will open the show. Tickets start at $59.50, and are available through Ticketmaster.