"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...

"Insect Adventure" is at Lee G. Simmons Wildlife Safari Park from May 3 through Oct. 5. It's included with park admission. This display includes 35 supersized animatronic insects and spiders from around the world. Enjoy a self-guided exploration with familiar favorites, like the monarch butterfly, honeybees, and the black widow spider, while encountering unique species...

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 (unless otherwise noted), 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:

The Monday Night Market is a monthly farmers market and makers market held in Olde Towne Elkhorn. In addition to shopping vendors, there will be live music, food pop-ups, and family activities. The season runs from April to October. The April 28th event was postposed to May 5.

Leashes at Lauritzen is a chance to bring your dogs to the gardens for an evening stroll. With the exception of service animals, these events are the only times that dogs are allowed to visit the garden. It's included with admission (dogs are free).

Bats Over Omaha is the free bat release event for Nebraska Wildlife Rehab. Enjoy the spectacle of hundreds of rescued native bats flying free after spending the winter in the rehab's care. There will also be food trucks, educational tables, children's activities, gift shopping & more.

WWE Monday Night RAW is May 5 at CHI Health Center Arena. Tickets start at $30. 

"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...

"Insect Adventure" is at Lee G. Simmons Wildlife Safari Park from May 3 through Oct. 5. It's included with park admission. This display includes 35 supersized animatronic insects and spiders from around the world. Enjoy a self-guided exploration with familiar favorites, like the monarch butterfly, honeybees, and the black widow spider, while encountering unique species...

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...

Fat Brain Toys regularly holds toddler-oriented activities on Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. Activities are free. Upcoming themes

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...

"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...

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...

"Insect Adventure" is at Lee G. Simmons Wildlife Safari Park from May 3 through Oct. 5. It's included with park admission. This display includes 35 supersized animatronic insects and spiders from around the world. Enjoy a self-guided exploration with familiar favorites, like the monarch butterfly, honeybees, and the black widow spider, while encountering unique species...

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...

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 store Learning Express hosts free (unless otherwise noted), 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:

A display of Talavera ceramics is on display at El Museo Latino through Aug. 23. Talavera pottery, a type of majolica or tin-enameled earthenware, is renowned for its unique hand-painted designs and traditional production methods, originating in Puebla, Mexico, and nearby areas. This style, often associated with a white glaze, is known for its intricate...

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...

Omaha Performing Arts presents "Hamilton" May 7-18 at the Orpheum Theater. Performances are Tuesday through Friday at 7:30 p.m., Saturday at 2 and 8 p.m., and Sunday at 1 and 7 p.m. Synopsis: "Hamilton" is the epic saga that follows the rise of Founding Father Alexander Hamilton as he fights for honor, love, and a...

"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...

"Insect Adventure" is at Lee G. Simmons Wildlife Safari Park from May 3 through Oct. 5. It's included with park admission. This display includes 35 supersized animatronic insects and spiders from around the world. Enjoy a self-guided exploration with familiar favorites, like the monarch butterfly, honeybees, and the black widow spider, while encountering unique species...

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...

"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:

A display of Talavera ceramics is on display at El Museo Latino through Aug. 23. Talavera pottery, a type of majolica or tin-enameled earthenware, is renowned for its unique hand-painted designs and traditional production methods, originating in Puebla, Mexico, and nearby areas. This style, often associated with a white glaze, is known for its intricate...

"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 Oak View Mall Cinco de Mayo Food Drive Carnival is May 8-11 in the mall's parking lot. Receive $5 off an unlimited ride pass when you bring a non-perishable food item. The carnival starts at 4 p.m. on Thursday and Friday, and at 1 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.

The Farmers Market Council Bluffs is held around the city’s Bayliss Park at First Avenue and Pearl Street. The farmers market is held on Thursday evenings from May to September, and features seasonal and weekly vendors, as well as wellness activities like yoga and children’s activities. There’s also usually live music. There is metered parking...

Omaha Public Library holds Silent Reading Parties on the second Thursday of the month. In this nontraditional book club, there are no assigned readings – you just read what you bring. OPL's Mobile Library, aka Poppy, will be there, as well. Read for an hour and then socialize...or not. 2024 schedule Sept. 12 at Lewis And...

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...

The 60th Annual Florence Melodrama, "Ticket to Ride: Heard Her on the Florient Express," is May 1-3 and May 8-10 at Florence Community Theater. Tickets are $15.

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...

“American Mariachi” is on stage May 2 through June 1 at Omaha Community Playhouse. Performances are Thursday through Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. OCP will host an audio-described performance on Saturday, May 10, at 7:30 p.m. for those who are blind or visually impaired. Please contact the OCP Box Office at (402) 553-0800...

Omaha Performing Arts presents "Hamilton" May 7-18 at the Orpheum Theater. Performances are Tuesday through Friday at 7:30 p.m., Saturday at 2 and 8 p.m., and Sunday at 1 and 7 p.m. Synopsis: "Hamilton" is the epic saga that follows the rise of Founding Father Alexander Hamilton as he fights for honor, love, and a...

Chanticleer Theater presents ”Steel Magnolias” May 8-11 & 15-18 at Hoff Family Arts & Culture Center. Performances are Thursday through Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. Synopsis: "Steel Magnolias" is a heartfelt and hilarious play that explores the strength of female friendships and the power of community. Set in the small town...

"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...

"Insect Adventure" is at Lee G. Simmons Wildlife Safari Park from May 3 through Oct. 5. It's included with park admission. This display includes 35 supersized animatronic insects and spiders from around the world. Enjoy a self-guided exploration with familiar favorites, like the monarch butterfly, honeybees, and the black widow spider, while encountering unique species...

The Spring Plant Sale at Lauritzen Gardens is May 9 and 10 to the general public, with a Member Early-Bird Shopping event from 4 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, May 8. Shop a selection of plants curated for gardens of the Great Plains, pollinator packs to benefit local biodiversity, plus some orchids, houseplants and succulents...

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 store Learning Express hosts free (unless otherwise noted), 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:

A display of Talavera ceramics is on display at El Museo Latino through Aug. 23. Talavera pottery, a type of majolica or tin-enameled earthenware, is renowned for its unique hand-painted designs and traditional production methods, originating in Puebla, Mexico, and nearby areas. This style, often associated with a white glaze, is known for its intricate...

"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 Oak View Mall Cinco de Mayo Food Drive Carnival is May 8-11 in the mall's parking lot. Receive $5 off an unlimited ride pass when you bring a non-perishable food item. The carnival starts at 4 p.m. on Thursday and Friday, and at 1 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.

The Spring Open House is an opportunity to meet Hot Shops Art Center's current artists, learn more about their tools and processes, see demonstrations and purchase their latest works. The artwork created ranges from drawings, paintings, and photography to sculptures, pottery, glass art, weaving, quilts, jewelry, and architectural pieces. Suggested $5 donation at the door. Free street...

Creighton Baseball plays home games at Charles Schwab Field. Upcoming games: May 9 at 6 p.m. vs Xavier (tickets) May 10 at 6 p.m. vs Xavier (tickets) May 11 at noon vs Xavier (tickets)

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 60th Annual Florence Melodrama, "Ticket to Ride: Heard Her on the Florient Express," is May 1-3 and May 8-10 at Florence Community Theater. Tickets are $15.

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...

Emmy award-nominated composer, singer-songwriter, and pianist Ben Folds joins the Omaha Symphony for two nights of exceptional performances. The shows are May 9 & 10 at the Holland Performing Arts Center. 

“American Mariachi” is on stage May 2 through June 1 at Omaha Community Playhouse. Performances are Thursday through Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. OCP will host an audio-described performance on Saturday, May 10, at 7:30 p.m. for those who are blind or visually impaired. Please contact the OCP Box Office at (402) 553-0800...

Omaha Performing Arts presents "Hamilton" May 7-18 at the Orpheum Theater. Performances are Tuesday through Friday at 7:30 p.m., Saturday at 2 and 8 p.m., and Sunday at 1 and 7 p.m. Synopsis: "Hamilton" is the epic saga that follows the rise of Founding Father Alexander Hamilton as he fights for honor, love, and a...

Chanticleer Theater presents ”Steel Magnolias” May 8-11 & 15-18 at Hoff Family Arts & Culture Center. Performances are Thursday through Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. Synopsis: "Steel Magnolias" is a heartfelt and hilarious play that explores the strength of female friendships and the power of community. Set in the small town...

Country star Dylan Scott brings his Country Till I Die tour to Omaha on May 9. George Birge and Graham Barham will open. Tickets start at $140, and are available through Ticketmaster.

Have you ever hiked under a full moon? Or wondered what comes out after dark in the Forest? Find out on a Fontenelle Forest guided Full Moon Hike! Hikes will begin no later than 30 minutes after the event start time, so be sure to arrive on time. All hikes will include an educational discussion of...

Vendors set up in the Old Market at 11th and Jackson streets. The Old Market Farmers Market is held on Saturday mornings from early May to mid-October. The dates for 2025 are: Saturdays, May 3 through Oct. 11, 2025. The market is open from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. 

Learn to identify some key groups of songbirds, then take a guided hike on the boardwalk and down to Child’s Hollow looking for songbirds and other spring migrants. Binoculars are available to borrow on a first-come, first-served basis. Expect a slow-moving hike on easy-to-moderate terrain around the Fontenelle Forest boardwalk and nearby trails.  Pre-registration is required.

"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...

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. 

"Insect Adventure" is at Lee G. Simmons Wildlife Safari Park from May 3 through Oct. 5. It's included with park admission. This display includes 35 supersized animatronic insects and spiders from around the world. Enjoy a self-guided exploration with familiar favorites, like the monarch butterfly, honeybees, and the black widow spider, while encountering unique species...

The Spring Plant Sale at Lauritzen Gardens is May 9 and 10 to the general public, with a Member Early-Bird Shopping event from 4 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, May 8. Shop a selection of plants curated for gardens of the Great Plains, pollinator packs to benefit local biodiversity, plus some orchids, houseplants and succulents...

The temporary exhibition, "Argentina’s Niños," explores the second-largest country in South America. Visitors can learn about what it’s like to be a kid growing up in Argentina. Go rock climbing in the Andes Mountains, learn about the gauchos, make empanadas, explore the Cave of the Hands, contribute to a vibrant street painting, and more. Exhibit...

Join a naturalist and learn all about birds along with helpful bird spotting techniques and tips for easy bird identification at Hitchcock Nature Center. A portion of the program will take place outdoors and includes an easy hike. Bring binoculars or borrow some of the nature center's. No prior experience necessary. The event starts at...

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:

Organized by the Omaha Corgi Crew, presented by the Omaha Sports Commission, and supported by Gold Sponsors Buzztime, Best Buy Signs, and 402 Frenchies, the corgi races benefit local rescues. There will also be vendors booths, and food & refreshments. The event is free to attend. Only racing dogs allowed at the event (no spectator...

The annual Renaissance Festival of Nebraska is held over three weekends in May. Each weekend is a different theme with different entertainment on six stages. Full contact jousting occurs on all three weekends. Tickets are $18 for adults, $9 for kids (ages 12 and younger), and free for kids ages 2 and under. Two parking...

The Spring Open House is an opportunity to meet Hot Shops Art Center's current artists, learn more about their tools and processes, see demonstrations and purchase their latest works. The artwork created ranges from drawings, paintings, and photography to sculptures, pottery, glass art, weaving, quilts, jewelry, and architectural pieces. Suggested $5 donation at the door. Free street...

A display of Talavera ceramics is on display at El Museo Latino through Aug. 23. Talavera pottery, a type of majolica or tin-enameled earthenware, is renowned for its unique hand-painted designs and traditional production methods, originating in Puebla, Mexico, and nearby areas. This style, often associated with a white glaze, is known for its intricate...

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 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 Oak View Mall Cinco de Mayo Food Drive Carnival is May 8-11 in the mall's parking lot. Receive $5 off an unlimited ride pass when you bring a non-perishable food item. The carnival starts at 4 p.m. on Thursday and Friday, and at 1 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.

Omaha Performing Arts presents "Hamilton" May 7-18 at the Orpheum Theater. Performances are Tuesday through Friday at 7:30 p.m., Saturday at 2 and 8 p.m., and Sunday at 1 and 7 p.m. Synopsis: "Hamilton" is the epic saga that follows the rise of Founding Father Alexander Hamilton as he fights for honor, love, and a...

Creighton Baseball plays home games at Charles Schwab Field. Upcoming games: May 9 at 6 p.m. vs Xavier (tickets) May 10 at 6 p.m. vs Xavier (tickets) May 11 at noon vs Xavier (tickets)

The 60th Annual Florence Melodrama, "Ticket to Ride: Heard Her on the Florient Express," is May 1-3 and May 8-10 at Florence Community Theater. Tickets are $15.

Union Omaha's home matches are held at Werner Park. Here's the 2025 home schedule: Saturday, May 10 at 7 p.m. (Championship Celebration) Thursday, June 12 at 7 p.m. (311 Night & $3 Thursday) Wednesday, June 25 at 7 p.m. (Pride Night & Pups at the Pitch) Friday, July 18 at 7 p.m. (Youth Soccer Night,...

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...

Emmy award-nominated composer, singer-songwriter, and pianist Ben Folds joins the Omaha Symphony for two nights of exceptional performances. The shows are May 9 & 10 at the Holland Performing Arts Center. 

Bored Teachers bring The Struggle Is Real! Comedy Tour to Steelhouse Omaha on May 10. Tickets start at $49.50, and are available through Ticketmaster.

“American Mariachi” is on stage May 2 through June 1 at Omaha Community Playhouse. Performances are Thursday through Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. OCP will host an audio-described performance on Saturday, May 10, at 7:30 p.m. for those who are blind or visually impaired. Please contact the OCP Box Office at (402) 553-0800...

Chanticleer Theater presents ”Steel Magnolias” May 8-11 & 15-18 at Hoff Family Arts & Culture Center. Performances are Thursday through Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. Synopsis: "Steel Magnolias" is a heartfelt and hilarious play that explores the strength of female friendships and the power of community. Set in the small town...

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...

Vendors set up at Aksarben Village along 67th Street and Mercy Road. You can shop the Aksarben Village Farmers Market on Sundays from early May to mid-October. You can shop the Aksarben Village Farmers Market on Sundays from early May to mid-October. The 2025 dates are: Sundays, May 4 to Oct. 12, 2025 The market...

"Insect Adventure" is at Lee G. Simmons Wildlife Safari Park from May 3 through Oct. 5. It's included with park admission. This display includes 35 supersized animatronic insects and spiders from around the world. Enjoy a self-guided exploration with familiar favorites, like the monarch butterfly, honeybees, and the black widow spider, while encountering unique species...

The temporary exhibition, "Argentina’s Niños," explores the second-largest country in South America. Visitors can learn about what it’s like to be a kid growing up in Argentina. Go rock climbing in the Andes Mountains, learn about the gauchos, make empanadas, explore the Cave of the Hands, contribute to a vibrant street painting, and more. Exhibit...

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

Film Streams’ Forever Young Series features family-friendly movies on Saturdays and Sundays at 10 a.m. for only $5 at the Dundee location. In the summer, shows will be screened on select Wednesdays, as well. 2025 Schedule:

The annual Renaissance Festival of Nebraska is held over three weekends in May. Each weekend is a different theme with different entertainment on six stages. Full contact jousting occurs on all three weekends. Tickets are $18 for adults, $9 for kids (ages 12 and younger), and free for kids ages 2 and under. Two parking...

"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...

The Toddler Dance Party is an outdoor dance party open to all ages, not just toddlers. There will be kid-friendly tunes, bubble machines, beach balls, crafts, photo booth, and fun toys to share with everyone.

Creighton Baseball plays home games at Charles Schwab Field. Upcoming games: May 9 at 6 p.m. vs Xavier (tickets) May 10 at 6 p.m. vs Xavier (tickets) May 11 at noon vs Xavier (tickets)

"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,...

Omaha Performing Arts presents "Hamilton" May 7-18 at the Orpheum Theater. Performances are Tuesday through Friday at 7:30 p.m., Saturday at 2 and 8 p.m., and Sunday at 1 and 7 p.m. Synopsis: "Hamilton" is the epic saga that follows the rise of Founding Father Alexander Hamilton as he fights for honor, love, and a...

The Oak View Mall Cinco de Mayo Food Drive Carnival is May 8-11 in the mall's parking lot. Receive $5 off an unlimited ride pass when you bring a non-perishable food item. The carnival starts at 4 p.m. on Thursday and Friday, and at 1 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.

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...

“American Mariachi” is on stage May 2 through June 1 at Omaha Community Playhouse. Performances are Thursday through Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. OCP will host an audio-described performance on Saturday, May 10, at 7:30 p.m. for those who are blind or visually impaired. Please contact the OCP Box Office at (402) 553-0800...

Chanticleer Theater presents ”Steel Magnolias” May 8-11 & 15-18 at Hoff Family Arts & Culture Center. Performances are Thursday through Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. Synopsis: "Steel Magnolias" is a heartfelt and hilarious play that explores the strength of female friendships and the power of community. Set in the small town...