"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:

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).

"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 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...

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...

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...

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...

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 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...

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...

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...

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...

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....

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 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...

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...

“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 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...

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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...

"Scribble," an interactive dance party designed for neurodivergent audiences, May 16 & 17 at The Kiewit Luminarium and May 20 & 21 at The Rose Theater. It's part of the Common Senses Festival, a citywide celebration of accessibility in the arts that amplifies voices, fosters connection, and redefines how we communicate across barriers. A live...

"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,...

"Scribble," an interactive dance party designed for neurodivergent audiences, May 16 & 17 at The Kiewit Luminarium and May 20 & 21 at The Rose Theater. It's part of the Common Senses Festival, a citywide celebration of accessibility in the arts that amplifies voices, fosters connection, and redefines how we communicate across barriers. A live...

"Scribble," an interactive dance party designed for neurodivergent audiences, May 16 & 17 at The Kiewit Luminarium and May 20 & 21 at The Rose Theater. It's part of the Common Senses Festival, a citywide celebration of accessibility in the arts that amplifies voices, fosters connection, and redefines how we communicate across barriers. A live...

Families are invited to make art in The Union’s Youth Studios. Activities and materials may include: Legos, weaving, clay, sculpture, beading, and more. These events are free and open to the public. No registration required to participate.

Families are invited to make art in The Union’s Youth Studios. Activities and materials may include: Legos, weaving, clay, sculpture, beading, and more. These events are free and open to the public. No registration required to participate.

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 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 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...

“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...

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...

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. 

"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 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...

Coinciding with Free Fishing and Park Entry Day, Schramm Park has activities and a Grand Opening planned. Schedule:

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...

Fish Fest At The C is a free fishing event at Lake Cunningham (no permits needed). Additional activities: Petting Zoo Games & Prizes Self-Guided Kids Fishing Tournament - Participate in the week-long tournament by submitting a photo of your catch via email for a chance to win prizes Food & Treats for purchase  

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...

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...

Kids of all ages are welcome to experience and interact with life-size vehicles and the community support leaders who operate them.

Indie Authors United 2025 is an all ages event for aspiring writers, avid readers, and industry professionals to connect, learn, and inspire one another. General admission tickets for adults are $10 and they're $4 for kids.

The Spring Market features food trucks, a mobile wine bar, pop-ups and shopping throughout the Little Bohemia neighborhood. Look for vendors at The Green House,Dusk Goods & Gifts, Pop Fiction Bookstore, Bel Merch & Design, Koenig Dunne, Fizzy's Fountain and Liquors, Noa Brides, Idle Wine & Goods, The Platypus Bar, Tiny House Bar, and more....

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...

"Scribble," an interactive dance party designed for neurodivergent audiences, May 16 & 17 at The Kiewit Luminarium and May 20 & 21 at The Rose Theater. It's part of the Common Senses Festival, a citywide celebration of accessibility in the arts that amplifies voices, fosters connection, and redefines how we communicate across barriers. A live...

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,...

BU Library Comic Con is an event that focuses on comics, literature, media and fandoms.  The event will offer a number of different online and in-person events including a welcome packet, panel presentations, streaming media, and more. Panels include: Activity booths:

Fontenelle Forest will hold Archery Adventure Day at Camp Wa-Kon-Da. The program will include archery basics, a family-friendly archery competition, a guided hike, and a campfire with s'mores. Dress according to the weather. A water bottle, closed-toed shoes, and a hat are recommended. The program is for ages 8 and older only. Pre-registration is required.

The annual celebration, Florence Days, features the popular Florence Days Parade. The route starts at Redick Avenue then travels on North 30th Street.

The Union for Contemporary Art opens "Undercurrents" by Nathan Murray on May 17, and it will run through June 28. An opening reception is May 17 from 6 to 8 p.m. Murray is a socially-engaged artist and educator working in Nebraska. His work explores issues of race, ethnicity, and intersectionality, particularly how these aspects of...

"Scribble," an interactive dance party designed for neurodivergent audiences, May 16 & 17 at The Kiewit Luminarium and May 20 & 21 at The Rose Theater. It's part of the Common Senses Festival, a citywide celebration of accessibility in the arts that amplifies voices, fosters connection, and redefines how we communicate across barriers. A live...

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...

"Scribble," an interactive dance party designed for neurodivergent audiences, May 16 & 17 at The Kiewit Luminarium and May 20 & 21 at The Rose Theater. It's part of the Common Senses Festival, a citywide celebration of accessibility in the arts that amplifies voices, fosters connection, and redefines how we communicate across barriers. A live...

Sat-ra Temple No.59, Daughters of The Nile hosts the Karaoke Lip Sync & Dance Party on May 17. Cost is a donation of $15, and includes a sloppy joe meal and entry to win a $100 gift card to Just Good Meats. You do not need to be present to win. When registering, include which...

"The Shawshank Redemption" will be screened on May 17, during an event that includes a meet & greet with the actor Bob Gunton, who played Warden Norton in the film. Tickets may be purchased online or by calling (402) 708-0075.

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...

“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...

"Creatividad silvestre | Wild Creativity" is presented at Kiewit Lumiarium from May 18 through Sept. 21, inviting visitors of all ages to explore fundamental concepts of biomimicry through hands-on design challenges, illustrating the creative innovations of nature and how they continue to inform scientific advances. The bilingual traveling exhibit reveals how plants and animals use...

"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 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...

Omaha Symphony presents "Brandenburg 5" on May 18. Paired with the beloved Brandenburg No. 5, Mendelssohn’s love-letter to Scotland closes the Symphony Joslyn series with the dances and tunes he delighted in during his trips to the British Isles.  

“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...

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...