Celebrate some of the biggest and most life changing contributions of African Americans over the decades. The Black History Month Story Walk honors African Americans from all periods of U.S. history, from the great inventors of the 18th Century to the great literary minds of today. The story walk starts at the Arches Playground in Gene...

Crafted from reclaimed wood and full of wild wisdom, "TROLLS: Save the Humans," an exhibit by acclaimed artist Thomas Dambo, is at Lauritzen Gardens from Nov. 22 through May 18, 2026. The exhibit feature six towering trolls on a mission to help humans rediscover their connection to nature. The exhibit is included with regular admission....

Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum will have the temporary exhibit "Unofficial Galaxies" on display starting Jan. 16 and ending on May 10. It's one of the largest fan-owned "Star Wars" collections ever assembled. Visitors will see more than a hundred artifacts, including costumes, detailed character recreations, props, and collectibles that stretch all the way...

Season of Lights at Midtown Crossing is one of the earliest displays to go up in the Omaha Metro each year; it runs from Nov. 16 to Feb. 14, 2026. The magical display is throughout Turner Park, as well as along Farnam Street, and it’s free to visit. Prime photo opportunities at Season of Lights include...

Celebrate some of the biggest and most life changing contributions of African Americans over the decades. The Black History Month Story Walk honors African Americans from all periods of U.S. history, from the great inventors of the 18th Century to the great literary minds of today. The story walk starts at the Arches Playground in Gene...

Kipp is celebrating its first anniversary with music and birthday decor all day, plus an evening celebration from 4 to 8 p.m. It's included with admission. Evening Celebration features:

The temporary exhibition, "My Wild Backyard," shows how an ordinary backyard is full of life during all four seasons. Mimic critters by digging, tunneling, scrambling, and flying through a variety of habitats and learn how life changes with the weather.

Crafted from reclaimed wood and full of wild wisdom, "TROLLS: Save the Humans," an exhibit by acclaimed artist Thomas Dambo, is at Lauritzen Gardens from Nov. 22 through May 18, 2026. The exhibit feature six towering trolls on a mission to help humans rediscover their connection to nature. The exhibit is included with regular admission....

Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum will have the temporary exhibit "Unofficial Galaxies" on display starting Jan. 16 and ending on May 10. It's one of the largest fan-owned "Star Wars" collections ever assembled. Visitors will see more than a hundred artifacts, including costumes, detailed character recreations, props, and collectibles that stretch all the way...

Experience the first-ever children’s museum exhibit based on Disney Junior’s award-winner series, Doc McStuffins: "Doc McStuffins: The Exhibit." Join the magical storytelling of Doc McStuffins as you help Doc and her friends in the new McStuffins Toy Hospital! There are toys that need check-ups in the ER, toys pets that need to be fed in...

With the ambitious and immersive exhibition, "Dripping Earth," Cannupa Hanska Luger draws inspiration from his ancestral connection to the Northern Plains in newly created ceramics, video projections, prints, and monumental sculpture. Luger’s playful and innovative approach invites visitors to envision a future where land, identity, and culture are reclaimed and transformed. "Dripping Earth" is a...

The Durham Museum hosts "The Negro Motorist Green Book" traveling exhibition in what will be its final public display. Developed by the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service in collaboration with award-winning author, photographer and cultural documentarian Candacy Taylor, the exhibition offers an immersive look at the reality of travel for African Americans in mid-century America,...

The Durham Museum is partnering with the Lincoln/Omaha LEGO® Users Group (LOLUG) to create a fun, new interactive experience for builders of all ages, "Get Building! Bricks at The Durham." Featuring extraordinary models of Union Station and other creations developed by the LOLUG team, plus hands-on construction areas where visitors can free-build on their own,...

Paul Pfeiffer is known for his inventive applications of digital technologies. "Red Green Blue" stitches together audio and video recordings the artist made of the University of Georgia Redcoat Marching Band. Named for an image display system that responds to how the human eye perceives color, this immersive video installation layers sensory components to reproduce...

Driven by a desire to document and explore his own body, Lucas Samaras used a Polaroid camera to create lush, idiosyncratic, and personal images. Featuring twenty-four works gifted by the artist to The Joslyn, this exhibition celebrates the innovations and legacy of Samaras’s photography. The exhibit runs through Feb. 22. Note: The museum stays open...

Experience the story of the Titanic like never before! The Luminarium hosts its first-ever major traveling exhibition, “Finding Titanic: The Secret Mission.” It runs Feb. 7 through April 26. Step inside a world of Cold War intrigue, cutting-edge technology, and human determination as you:

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

Lisa Brown's "Hard Lessons In Light" is a photography exhibition centered on Black women as teachers, memory keepers, and cultural guides whose knowledge has often been shaped through struggle, displacement, and care. The exhibit runs Feb. 6 through April 11. Opening Reception is Feb. 6 from 5 to 8 p.m. Gallery hours: Co-Op + Gallery...

Season of Lights at Midtown Crossing is one of the earliest displays to go up in the Omaha Metro each year; it runs from Nov. 16 to Feb. 14, 2026. The magical display is throughout Turner Park, as well as along Farnam Street, and it’s free to visit. Prime photo opportunities at Season of Lights include...

Created in collaboration with Neil Diamond himself, "A Beautiful Noise" is the inspiring true story of how a kid from Brooklyn became a chart-busting, show-stopping American rock icon. With 120 million albums sold, a catalogue of classics like "America," "Forever in Blue Jeans," and "Sweet Caroline," numerous awards, and sold-out concerts around the world, Neil...

Celebrate some of the biggest and most life changing contributions of African Americans over the decades. The Black History Month Story Walk honors African Americans from all periods of U.S. history, from the great inventors of the 18th Century to the great literary minds of today. The story walk starts at the Arches Playground in Gene...

The temporary exhibition, "My Wild Backyard," shows how an ordinary backyard is full of life during all four seasons. Mimic critters by digging, tunneling, scrambling, and flying through a variety of habitats and learn how life changes with the weather.

Crafted from reclaimed wood and full of wild wisdom, "TROLLS: Save the Humans," an exhibit by acclaimed artist Thomas Dambo, is at Lauritzen Gardens from Nov. 22 through May 18, 2026. The exhibit feature six towering trolls on a mission to help humans rediscover their connection to nature. The exhibit is included with regular admission....

Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum will have the temporary exhibit "Unofficial Galaxies" on display starting Jan. 16 and ending on May 10. It's one of the largest fan-owned "Star Wars" collections ever assembled. Visitors will see more than a hundred artifacts, including costumes, detailed character recreations, props, and collectibles that stretch all the way...

Experience the first-ever children’s museum exhibit based on Disney Junior’s award-winner series, Doc McStuffins: "Doc McStuffins: The Exhibit." Join the magical storytelling of Doc McStuffins as you help Doc and her friends in the new McStuffins Toy Hospital! There are toys that need check-ups in the ER, toys pets that need to be fed in...

With the ambitious and immersive exhibition, "Dripping Earth," Cannupa Hanska Luger draws inspiration from his ancestral connection to the Northern Plains in newly created ceramics, video projections, prints, and monumental sculpture. Luger’s playful and innovative approach invites visitors to envision a future where land, identity, and culture are reclaimed and transformed. "Dripping Earth" is a...

The Durham Museum hosts "The Negro Motorist Green Book" traveling exhibition in what will be its final public display. Developed by the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service in collaboration with award-winning author, photographer and cultural documentarian Candacy Taylor, the exhibition offers an immersive look at the reality of travel for African Americans in mid-century America,...

The Durham Museum is partnering with the Lincoln/Omaha LEGO® Users Group (LOLUG) to create a fun, new interactive experience for builders of all ages, "Get Building! Bricks at The Durham." Featuring extraordinary models of Union Station and other creations developed by the LOLUG team, plus hands-on construction areas where visitors can free-build on their own,...

Paul Pfeiffer is known for his inventive applications of digital technologies. "Red Green Blue" stitches together audio and video recordings the artist made of the University of Georgia Redcoat Marching Band. Named for an image display system that responds to how the human eye perceives color, this immersive video installation layers sensory components to reproduce...

Driven by a desire to document and explore his own body, Lucas Samaras used a Polaroid camera to create lush, idiosyncratic, and personal images. Featuring twenty-four works gifted by the artist to The Joslyn, this exhibition celebrates the innovations and legacy of Samaras’s photography. The exhibit runs through Feb. 22. Note: The museum stays open...

Experience the story of the Titanic like never before! The Luminarium hosts its first-ever major traveling exhibition, “Finding Titanic: The Secret Mission.” It runs Feb. 7 through April 26. Step inside a world of Cold War intrigue, cutting-edge technology, and human determination as you:

"Close to the Clouds: Encountering Digital Diasporas" features Basel Abbas and Ruanne Abou-Rahme, Zainab Aliyu, Rindon Johnson, Lauren Lee McCarthy and Kyle McDonald, Rebeca Romero, and Tianyi Sun and Fiel Guhit - who consider how the formation of collective identities takes place utilizing technology and the internet. The exhibit runs through May 3. Note: The...

Ezra Masch’s "VOLUMES" is an immersive audio-visual performance that reimagines the relationship between sound, light, and architecture. The exhibit runs through May 3. Note: The Bemis Center stays open late on Thursdays (until 9 p.m.). About the exhibition: Through collaborations with musicians, Masch expands the possibilities of performance by making sound visible and space audible....

Lisa Brown's "Hard Lessons In Light" is a photography exhibition centered on Black women as teachers, memory keepers, and cultural guides whose knowledge has often been shaped through struggle, displacement, and care. The exhibit runs Feb. 6 through April 11. Opening Reception is Feb. 6 from 5 to 8 p.m. Gallery hours: Co-Op + Gallery...

Record Night is a weekly theme night featuring a new genre or iconic artist, perfect for music and vinyl lovers. Bring your favorite album to share in the fun. Upcoming themes:

Season of Lights at Midtown Crossing is one of the earliest displays to go up in the Omaha Metro each year; it runs from Nov. 16 to Feb. 14, 2026. The magical display is throughout Turner Park, as well as along Farnam Street, and it’s free to visit. Prime photo opportunities at Season of Lights include...

Daddy Daughter Date Night will be held on Feb. 11 and 12 at Papillion Landing. There will be dancing and other fun activities. Semi-formal attired requested.  Cost is $35 per person; $10 off each admission ticket for each additional child. Tickets must be purchased by Jan. 31.

Shark Tunnel Of Love is a 21+ after-hours event at the zoo that's held Feb. 11-14. Enjoy a beautiful evening filled with shared moments, immersive experiences, and unforgettable surprises. Select the experience that matches your evening, from General Admission to early-access VIP and private igloo options. The night starts at 6 p.m. for VIP tickets...

It's a comedy open mic, at the same place, on the same day at an earlier time, and with a new updated format! Each comedian who signs up in advance gets 4 minutes or you can show up and put your name in the hat which are pulled randomly every five comics and only get...

Created in collaboration with Neil Diamond himself, "A Beautiful Noise" is the inspiring true story of how a kid from Brooklyn became a chart-busting, show-stopping American rock icon. With 120 million albums sold, a catalogue of classics like "America," "Forever in Blue Jeans," and "Sweet Caroline," numerous awards, and sold-out concerts around the world, Neil...

Celebrate some of the biggest and most life changing contributions of African Americans over the decades. The Black History Month Story Walk honors African Americans from all periods of U.S. history, from the great inventors of the 18th Century to the great literary minds of today. The story walk starts at the Arches Playground in Gene...

The temporary exhibition, "My Wild Backyard," shows how an ordinary backyard is full of life during all four seasons. Mimic critters by digging, tunneling, scrambling, and flying through a variety of habitats and learn how life changes with the weather.

Crafted from reclaimed wood and full of wild wisdom, "TROLLS: Save the Humans," an exhibit by acclaimed artist Thomas Dambo, is at Lauritzen Gardens from Nov. 22 through May 18, 2026. The exhibit feature six towering trolls on a mission to help humans rediscover their connection to nature. The exhibit is included with regular admission....

Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum will have the temporary exhibit "Unofficial Galaxies" on display starting Jan. 16 and ending on May 10. It's one of the largest fan-owned "Star Wars" collections ever assembled. Visitors will see more than a hundred artifacts, including costumes, detailed character recreations, props, and collectibles that stretch all the way...

Experience the first-ever children’s museum exhibit based on Disney Junior’s award-winner series, Doc McStuffins: "Doc McStuffins: The Exhibit." Join the magical storytelling of Doc McStuffins as you help Doc and her friends in the new McStuffins Toy Hospital! There are toys that need check-ups in the ER, toys pets that need to be fed in...

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,...

With the ambitious and immersive exhibition, "Dripping Earth," Cannupa Hanska Luger draws inspiration from his ancestral connection to the Northern Plains in newly created ceramics, video projections, prints, and monumental sculpture. Luger’s playful and innovative approach invites visitors to envision a future where land, identity, and culture are reclaimed and transformed. "Dripping Earth" is a...

The Durham Museum hosts "The Negro Motorist Green Book" traveling exhibition in what will be its final public display. Developed by the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service in collaboration with award-winning author, photographer and cultural documentarian Candacy Taylor, the exhibition offers an immersive look at the reality of travel for African Americans in mid-century America,...

The Durham Museum is partnering with the Lincoln/Omaha LEGO® Users Group (LOLUG) to create a fun, new interactive experience for builders of all ages, "Get Building! Bricks at The Durham." Featuring extraordinary models of Union Station and other creations developed by the LOLUG team, plus hands-on construction areas where visitors can free-build on their own,...

Paul Pfeiffer is known for his inventive applications of digital technologies. "Red Green Blue" stitches together audio and video recordings the artist made of the University of Georgia Redcoat Marching Band. Named for an image display system that responds to how the human eye perceives color, this immersive video installation layers sensory components to reproduce...

Driven by a desire to document and explore his own body, Lucas Samaras used a Polaroid camera to create lush, idiosyncratic, and personal images. Featuring twenty-four works gifted by the artist to The Joslyn, this exhibition celebrates the innovations and legacy of Samaras’s photography. The exhibit runs through Feb. 22. Note: The museum stays open...

Experience the story of the Titanic like never before! The Luminarium hosts its first-ever major traveling exhibition, “Finding Titanic: The Secret Mission.” It runs Feb. 7 through April 26. Step inside a world of Cold War intrigue, cutting-edge technology, and human determination as you:

"Close to the Clouds: Encountering Digital Diasporas" features Basel Abbas and Ruanne Abou-Rahme, Zainab Aliyu, Rindon Johnson, Lauren Lee McCarthy and Kyle McDonald, Rebeca Romero, and Tianyi Sun and Fiel Guhit - who consider how the formation of collective identities takes place utilizing technology and the internet. The exhibit runs through May 3. Note: The...

Ezra Masch’s "VOLUMES" is an immersive audio-visual performance that reimagines the relationship between sound, light, and architecture. The exhibit runs through May 3. Note: The Bemis Center stays open late on Thursdays (until 9 p.m.). About the exhibition: Through collaborations with musicians, Masch expands the possibilities of performance by making sound visible and space audible....

KANEKO presents "Under the Skin," a provocative exhibition that strips away pretense to explore the raw complexity of the nude form, from Nov. 21 through March 22, 2026, with an opening reception on Friday, November 21. The naked body tells stories words cannot—of intimacy and isolation, confidence and fragility, desire and discomfort. Under the Skin...

"Jun Kaneko: Paintings & Prints" presents a distinguished selection of paintings and prints drawn from the artist's extensive and colorful collection. It runs through March 22, 2026. Opening Reception is Nov. 21 at 6:30 p.m. Hours are 1 to 7 p.m. Thursday through Saturday; it closes an hour earlier on Sundays. Known internationally for his...

Lisa Brown's "Hard Lessons In Light" is a photography exhibition centered on Black women as teachers, memory keepers, and cultural guides whose knowledge has often been shaped through struggle, displacement, and care. The exhibit runs Feb. 6 through April 11. Opening Reception is Feb. 6 from 5 to 8 p.m. Gallery hours: Co-Op + Gallery...

Season of Lights at Midtown Crossing is one of the earliest displays to go up in the Omaha Metro each year; it runs from Nov. 16 to Feb. 14, 2026. The magical display is throughout Turner Park, as well as along Farnam Street, and it’s free to visit. Prime photo opportunities at Season of Lights include...

Daddy Daughter Date Night will be held on Feb. 11 and 12 at Papillion Landing. There will be dancing and other fun activities. Semi-formal attired requested.  Cost is $35 per person; $10 off each admission ticket for each additional child. Tickets must be purchased by Jan. 31.

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...

Shark Tunnel Of Love is a 21+ after-hours event at the zoo that's held Feb. 11-14. Enjoy a beautiful evening filled with shared moments, immersive experiences, and unforgettable surprises. Select the experience that matches your evening, from General Admission to early-access VIP and private igloo options. The night starts at 6 p.m. for VIP tickets...

UNO Mavericks Men's Basketball play their home games at Baxter Arena. Here's their 25-26 home season schedule:

The 2026 season of the Omaha Supernovas features home games at CHI Health Center Omaha. Schedule and promos: * Giveaways are for the first 5,000 fans.

Created in collaboration with Neil Diamond himself, "A Beautiful Noise" is the inspiring true story of how a kid from Brooklyn became a chart-busting, show-stopping American rock icon. With 120 million albums sold, a catalogue of classics like "America," "Forever in Blue Jeans," and "Sweet Caroline," numerous awards, and sold-out concerts around the world, Neil...

Shelterbelt Theatre presents “Frozen Charlottes” Jan. 29-Feb. 15​ by Omaha playwright Kim Louise. Performances are Thursdays and Fridays at 7:30 p.m., Saturdays at 2 p.m., and Sundays at 6 p.m. Synopsis: Four women fear for their safety during Charles Starkweather’s 1958 killing spree in Nebraska. While confined together during a city-wide lockdown, the women grapple...

The BLUEBARN Theatre presents "The Heart Sellers" Feb. 5 through March 1. Performances are Thursdays through Saturdays at 7:30 p.m., Feb. 15 & March 1 at 2 p.m., and Feb. 22 at 6 p.m. The ASL interpreted performance is Feb. 20 at 7:30 p.m. Recommended for ages 16+. Synopsis: "The Heart Sellers"  is a poignant...

Celebrate some of the biggest and most life changing contributions of African Americans over the decades. The Black History Month Story Walk honors African Americans from all periods of U.S. history, from the great inventors of the 18th Century to the great literary minds of today. The story walk starts at the Arches Playground in Gene...

Kipp celebrates Valentine's Day with Hearts In The Park. Guests will enjoy dance parties, festive Valentine décor, creative coloring and card decorating, and a sweet take-home Valentine. Included with admission, and free for members.

The temporary exhibition, "My Wild Backyard," shows how an ordinary backyard is full of life during all four seasons. Mimic critters by digging, tunneling, scrambling, and flying through a variety of habitats and learn how life changes with the weather.

Crafted from reclaimed wood and full of wild wisdom, "TROLLS: Save the Humans," an exhibit by acclaimed artist Thomas Dambo, is at Lauritzen Gardens from Nov. 22 through May 18, 2026. The exhibit feature six towering trolls on a mission to help humans rediscover their connection to nature. The exhibit is included with regular admission....

Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum will have the temporary exhibit "Unofficial Galaxies" on display starting Jan. 16 and ending on May 10. It's one of the largest fan-owned "Star Wars" collections ever assembled. Visitors will see more than a hundred artifacts, including costumes, detailed character recreations, props, and collectibles that stretch all the way...

Omaha Children's Museum's Family Fun Weekend Theme for Feb. 13-15 is dogs. Come see Bluey, Scooby Doo and the Paw Patrol all weekend long. The Nebraska Humane Society will also be onsite with some adoptable players. Activities included with museum admission.

Experience the first-ever children’s museum exhibit based on Disney Junior’s award-winner series, Doc McStuffins: "Doc McStuffins: The Exhibit." Join the magical storytelling of Doc McStuffins as you help Doc and her friends in the new McStuffins Toy Hospital! There are toys that need check-ups in the ER, toys pets that need to be fed in...

With the ambitious and immersive exhibition, "Dripping Earth," Cannupa Hanska Luger draws inspiration from his ancestral connection to the Northern Plains in newly created ceramics, video projections, prints, and monumental sculpture. Luger’s playful and innovative approach invites visitors to envision a future where land, identity, and culture are reclaimed and transformed. "Dripping Earth" is a...

The Durham Museum hosts "The Negro Motorist Green Book" traveling exhibition in what will be its final public display. Developed by the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service in collaboration with award-winning author, photographer and cultural documentarian Candacy Taylor, the exhibition offers an immersive look at the reality of travel for African Americans in mid-century America,...

The Durham Museum is partnering with the Lincoln/Omaha LEGO® Users Group (LOLUG) to create a fun, new interactive experience for builders of all ages, "Get Building! Bricks at The Durham." Featuring extraordinary models of Union Station and other creations developed by the LOLUG team, plus hands-on construction areas where visitors can free-build on their own,...

Paul Pfeiffer is known for his inventive applications of digital technologies. "Red Green Blue" stitches together audio and video recordings the artist made of the University of Georgia Redcoat Marching Band. Named for an image display system that responds to how the human eye perceives color, this immersive video installation layers sensory components to reproduce...

Driven by a desire to document and explore his own body, Lucas Samaras used a Polaroid camera to create lush, idiosyncratic, and personal images. Featuring twenty-four works gifted by the artist to The Joslyn, this exhibition celebrates the innovations and legacy of Samaras’s photography. The exhibit runs through Feb. 22. Note: The museum stays open...

Experience the story of the Titanic like never before! The Luminarium hosts its first-ever major traveling exhibition, “Finding Titanic: The Secret Mission.” It runs Feb. 7 through April 26. Step inside a world of Cold War intrigue, cutting-edge technology, and human determination as you:

Lisa Brown's "Hard Lessons In Light" is a photography exhibition centered on Black women as teachers, memory keepers, and cultural guides whose knowledge has often been shaped through struggle, displacement, and care. The exhibit runs Feb. 6 through April 11. Opening Reception is Feb. 6 from 5 to 8 p.m. Gallery hours: Co-Op + Gallery...

Test your nature knowledge in a kid-friendly game of trivia. Gather a team and join us in the Schramm Education Center classroom for a fun-filled, educational morning complete with a prize for the winning team. After the friendly competition, the group will roast marshmallows on the outdoor patio.

Cannonball & Crafts is an afternoon making big splashes in the pool with Valentine's Day-themed crafts! Kids ages 9 & under must be accompanied by an adult. Registration begins Dec. 29.

Participating Marcus Theatres will be screening family-friendly films as part of the Kids Movie Magic Series this winter. Locally, the theaters include Majestic Cinema, 14304 West Maple Road; Twin Creek Cinema, 3909 Raynor Parkway, Bellevue, Neb.; and Village Point Cinema, 304 N. 174th St. Movies are generally screened between 11 a.m. and 1 pm. (may vary...

"Close to the Clouds: Encountering Digital Diasporas" features Basel Abbas and Ruanne Abou-Rahme, Zainab Aliyu, Rindon Johnson, Lauren Lee McCarthy and Kyle McDonald, Rebeca Romero, and Tianyi Sun and Fiel Guhit - who consider how the formation of collective identities takes place utilizing technology and the internet. The exhibit runs through May 3. Note: The...

Ezra Masch’s "VOLUMES" is an immersive audio-visual performance that reimagines the relationship between sound, light, and architecture. The exhibit runs through May 3. Note: The Bemis Center stays open late on Thursdays (until 9 p.m.). About the exhibition: Through collaborations with musicians, Masch expands the possibilities of performance by making sound visible and space audible....

KANEKO presents "Under the Skin," a provocative exhibition that strips away pretense to explore the raw complexity of the nude form, from Nov. 21 through March 22, 2026, with an opening reception on Friday, November 21. The naked body tells stories words cannot—of intimacy and isolation, confidence and fragility, desire and discomfort. Under the Skin...

"Jun Kaneko: Paintings & Prints" presents a distinguished selection of paintings and prints drawn from the artist's extensive and colorful collection. It runs through March 22, 2026. Opening Reception is Nov. 21 at 6:30 p.m. Hours are 1 to 7 p.m. Thursday through Saturday; it closes an hour earlier on Sundays. Known internationally for his...

Teams from across Nebraska will compete for the title of Nebraska State Champion and the opportunity to represent the state at the 2027 U.S. National Snow Sculpting Competition. Both amateur and professional sculptors are welcome. Event Schedule (UPDATED DUE TO WARM WEATHER): 4 to 8 p.m. - Public viewing 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. -...

Game Nights are held indoors, with board games & cards provided (you can also bring your favorite games. All ages are welcome. Food and drinks will be available for purchase.

Season of Lights at Midtown Crossing is one of the earliest displays to go up in the Omaha Metro each year; it runs from Nov. 16 to Feb. 14, 2026. The magical display is throughout Turner Park, as well as along Farnam Street, and it’s free to visit. Prime photo opportunities at Season of Lights include...

Shark Tunnel Of Love is a 21+ after-hours event at the zoo that's held Feb. 11-14. Enjoy a beautiful evening filled with shared moments, immersive experiences, and unforgettable surprises. Select the experience that matches your evening, from General Admission to early-access VIP and private igloo options. The night starts at 6 p.m. for VIP tickets...

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: May 8 - The Laugh Crafters May 15 - Making A Scene May 22 - Whatever's Clever May 29 - Big Canvas June 5 - Guardians of the Giggle June...

Start your night off with laughter as we showcase Omaha's finest improvised acts. These stellar teams only have limited four-month runs, so catch them lighting up our stage before they rotate out!  Recognized as a premier training hub for improv in the heart of America, The Backline invites you to experience the magic firsthand!

Magnum Wrestling presents Hearts on Fire Women’s Showcase is Feb. 13 at 7 p.m. at German American Society. Doors open at 6 p.m. Proceeds benefit the Women’s Center for Advancement.

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: May 8 - The Laugh Crafters May 15 - Making A Scene May 22 - Whatever's Clever May 29 - Big Canvas June 5 - Guardians of the Giggle June...

Omaha Lancers Hockey play their home games at Liberty First Credit Union Arena. Here’s their 2025 schedule:

UNO Mavericks Men's Hockey play their home games at Baxter Arena. Here's the 25-26 home season schedule:

Omaha Community Playhouse presents "Hair" in the Howard Drew Theatre from Feb. 13 to March 22. Book and Lyrics by Gerome Ragni and James Rado | Music by Galt MacDermot | Directed by Brandon Box-Higdem Performances are 7:30 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays and 2 p.m. on Sundays. On Feb. 19 from 6:30 to 7:15 p.m.,...

Shelterbelt Theatre presents “Frozen Charlottes” Jan. 29-Feb. 15​ by Omaha playwright Kim Louise. Performances are Thursdays and Fridays at 7:30 p.m., Saturdays at 2 p.m., and Sundays at 6 p.m. Synopsis: Four women fear for their safety during Charles Starkweather’s 1958 killing spree in Nebraska. While confined together during a city-wide lockdown, the women grapple...

The BLUEBARN Theatre presents "The Heart Sellers" Feb. 5 through March 1. Performances are Thursdays through Saturdays at 7:30 p.m., Feb. 15 & March 1 at 2 p.m., and Feb. 22 at 6 p.m. The ASL interpreted performance is Feb. 20 at 7:30 p.m. Recommended for ages 16+. Synopsis: "The Heart Sellers"  is a poignant...

Created in collaboration with Neil Diamond himself, "A Beautiful Noise" is the inspiring true story of how a kid from Brooklyn became a chart-busting, show-stopping American rock icon. With 120 million albums sold, a catalogue of classics like "America," "Forever in Blue Jeans," and "Sweet Caroline," numerous awards, and sold-out concerts around the world, Neil...

Dad Jokes (featuring Michael Johnson, Michael Smith, Justin Edmonds, Taylor Grote, and Rachel Ware) has been voted as one of the best improv shows at The Backline. They don't tell "jokes" and they aren't your dad, but you'll love them just the same. Their show is some of the best longform improv comedy you can...

This performance is in Spanish. Este programa es en español. Latin America’s comedic phenomenon returns to the stage with his new “El Desmadre Continua Tour.” Enjoy a fun and hilarious experience that’s different every time! Dare to laugh with one of the comedy’s most authentic characters. You don’t want to miss this!  El fenómeno de...

Laugh plenty and have some delicious drinks downtown this weekend! Hosted by Joslyne DeBonis, a stellar lineup of the area's best standup comics bring their most fire material in this competition to become the Top Comic in Omaha (and win a cash prize!) If you want to see the best Omaha has to offer fight...

Celebrate some of the biggest and most life changing contributions of African Americans over the decades. The Black History Month Story Walk honors African Americans from all periods of U.S. history, from the great inventors of the 18th Century to the great literary minds of today. The story walk starts at the Arches Playground in Gene...

Kipp celebrates Valentine's Day with Hearts In The Park. Guests will enjoy dance parties, festive Valentine décor, creative coloring and card decorating, and a sweet take-home Valentine. Included with admission, and free for members.

The temporary exhibition, "My Wild Backyard," shows how an ordinary backyard is full of life during all four seasons. Mimic critters by digging, tunneling, scrambling, and flying through a variety of habitats and learn how life changes with the weather.

Crafted from reclaimed wood and full of wild wisdom, "TROLLS: Save the Humans," an exhibit by acclaimed artist Thomas Dambo, is at Lauritzen Gardens from Nov. 22 through May 18, 2026. The exhibit feature six towering trolls on a mission to help humans rediscover their connection to nature. The exhibit is included with regular admission....

Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum will have the temporary exhibit "Unofficial Galaxies" on display starting Jan. 16 and ending on May 10. It's one of the largest fan-owned "Star Wars" collections ever assembled. Visitors will see more than a hundred artifacts, including costumes, detailed character recreations, props, and collectibles that stretch all the way...

Social Justice Story Time is a monthly story time with a community partner. This month will be story time with The Malcom X Foundation. All ages welcome.

Omaha Children's Museum's Family Fun Weekend Theme for Feb. 13-15 is dogs. Come see Bluey, Scooby Doo and the Paw Patrol all weekend long. The Nebraska Humane Society will also be onsite with some adoptable players. Activities included with museum admission.

Experience the first-ever children’s museum exhibit based on Disney Junior’s award-winner series, Doc McStuffins: "Doc McStuffins: The Exhibit." Join the magical storytelling of Doc McStuffins as you help Doc and her friends in the new McStuffins Toy Hospital! There are toys that need check-ups in the ER, toys pets that need to be fed in...

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 Tuesdays and Wednesdays, as well. 2026 Schedule:

With the ambitious and immersive exhibition, "Dripping Earth," Cannupa Hanska Luger draws inspiration from his ancestral connection to the Northern Plains in newly created ceramics, video projections, prints, and monumental sculpture. Luger’s playful and innovative approach invites visitors to envision a future where land, identity, and culture are reclaimed and transformed. "Dripping Earth" is a...

The Durham Museum hosts "The Negro Motorist Green Book" traveling exhibition in what will be its final public display. Developed by the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service in collaboration with award-winning author, photographer and cultural documentarian Candacy Taylor, the exhibition offers an immersive look at the reality of travel for African Americans in mid-century America,...

The Durham Museum is partnering with the Lincoln/Omaha LEGO® Users Group (LOLUG) to create a fun, new interactive experience for builders of all ages, "Get Building! Bricks at The Durham." Featuring extraordinary models of Union Station and other creations developed by the LOLUG team, plus hands-on construction areas where visitors can free-build on their own,...

Using an industrial sewing machine, Jessie Henson builds on the language of postwar American abstraction, while writing a new chapter in the long history of embroidery. Her Riley CAP Gallery exhibition features a selection of sewn paper works in vibrant colors, alongside several small bronze casts made from found embroideries that nod to her interest...

Paul Pfeiffer is known for his inventive applications of digital technologies. "Red Green Blue" stitches together audio and video recordings the artist made of the University of Georgia Redcoat Marching Band. Named for an image display system that responds to how the human eye perceives color, this immersive video installation layers sensory components to reproduce...

Driven by a desire to document and explore his own body, Lucas Samaras used a Polaroid camera to create lush, idiosyncratic, and personal images. Featuring twenty-four works gifted by the artist to The Joslyn, this exhibition celebrates the innovations and legacy of Samaras’s photography. The exhibit runs through Feb. 22. Note: The museum stays open...

Second Saturdays is a monthly event in the Blackstone District featuring live music, makers’ markets, kids’ activities, cornhole tournaments, chili cookoffs and more. Themes and times change, so check the Blackstone District calendar here for updates. Blackstone District is on Farnam Street between 36th and 42nd streets. Schedule:

Lauriten Garden's Rooted in Reading drop-in story times run from January to March and cover space-themed activities, with each week focusing on a different part of the solar system.  Story time will take place every Saturday and Sunday from 10 to 11 a.m. in the Dan Torson Children’s Amphitheater, weather permitting. It's included with admission...

Experience the story of the Titanic like never before! The Luminarium hosts its first-ever major traveling exhibition, “Finding Titanic: The Secret Mission.” It runs Feb. 7 through April 26. Step inside a world of Cold War intrigue, cutting-edge technology, and human determination as you:

Teams from across Nebraska will compete for the title of Nebraska State Champion and the opportunity to represent the state at the 2027 U.S. National Snow Sculpting Competition. Both amateur and professional sculptors are welcome. Event Schedule (UPDATED DUE TO WARM WEATHER): 4 to 8 p.m. - Public viewing 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. -...

Lisa Brown's "Hard Lessons In Light" is a photography exhibition centered on Black women as teachers, memory keepers, and cultural guides whose knowledge has often been shaped through struggle, displacement, and care. The exhibit runs Feb. 6 through April 11. Opening Reception is Feb. 6 from 5 to 8 p.m. Gallery hours: Co-Op + Gallery...

Meet Fontenelle Forest's raptors in the Forest Room inside the Nature Center for a celebration of raptor love. Learn about how birds of prey choose their mates and raise their families while enjoying sweet treats and designing your own raptor-themed "Talontines." It's included with regular admission.

Participating Marcus Theatres will be screening family-friendly films as part of the Kids Movie Magic Series this winter. Locally, the theaters include Majestic Cinema, 14304 West Maple Road; Twin Creek Cinema, 3909 Raynor Parkway, Bellevue, Neb.; and Village Point Cinema, 304 N. 174th St. Movies are generally screened between 11 a.m. and 1 pm. (may vary...

"Close to the Clouds: Encountering Digital Diasporas" features Basel Abbas and Ruanne Abou-Rahme, Zainab Aliyu, Rindon Johnson, Lauren Lee McCarthy and Kyle McDonald, Rebeca Romero, and Tianyi Sun and Fiel Guhit - who consider how the formation of collective identities takes place utilizing technology and the internet. The exhibit runs through May 3. Note: The...

Ezra Masch’s "VOLUMES" is an immersive audio-visual performance that reimagines the relationship between sound, light, and architecture. The exhibit runs through May 3. Note: The Bemis Center stays open late on Thursdays (until 9 p.m.). About the exhibition: Through collaborations with musicians, Masch expands the possibilities of performance by making sound visible and space audible....

Head to your local JCPenney on the second Saturday of the month for Kids Zone. Kids get a free craft project, ID badge, a lanyard, and collectors pins. If they complete six projects/classes, they also get a Project Master Medallion. The free craft is available for pick up between 11 a.m. and noon, while supplies last. Upcoming events:

KANEKO presents "Under the Skin," a provocative exhibition that strips away pretense to explore the raw complexity of the nude form, from Nov. 21 through March 22, 2026, with an opening reception on Friday, November 21. The naked body tells stories words cannot—of intimacy and isolation, confidence and fragility, desire and discomfort. Under the Skin...

"Jun Kaneko: Paintings & Prints" presents a distinguished selection of paintings and prints drawn from the artist's extensive and colorful collection. It runs through March 22, 2026. Opening Reception is Nov. 21 at 6:30 p.m. Hours are 1 to 7 p.m. Thursday through Saturday; it closes an hour earlier on Sundays. Known internationally for his...

Creighton University's Men's Basketball play all their home games at CHI Health Center Omaha. Here's the 2025-2026 schedule: Tickets are sold through TicketMaster.

Created in collaboration with Neil Diamond himself, "A Beautiful Noise" is the inspiring true story of how a kid from Brooklyn became a chart-busting, show-stopping American rock icon. With 120 million albums sold, a catalogue of classics like "America," "Forever in Blue Jeans," and "Sweet Caroline," numerous awards, and sold-out concerts around the world, Neil...

Shelterbelt Theatre presents “Frozen Charlottes” Jan. 29-Feb. 15​ by Omaha playwright Kim Louise. Performances are Thursdays and Fridays at 7:30 p.m., Saturdays at 2 p.m., and Sundays at 6 p.m. Synopsis: Four women fear for their safety during Charles Starkweather’s 1958 killing spree in Nebraska. While confined together during a city-wide lockdown, the women grapple...

Tequila Tasting and Pottery is Feb. 14 from 4 to 5:30 p.m. and 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Rosy Clay Co. Cost is $110 per person and includes three tequilas and a guided thrown pottery class to make a cup designed specifically for a classic cantarito drink. 

Season of Lights at Midtown Crossing is one of the earliest displays to go up in the Omaha Metro each year; it runs from Nov. 16 to Feb. 14, 2026. The magical display is throughout Turner Park, as well as along Farnam Street, and it’s free to visit. Prime photo opportunities at Season of Lights include...

Shark Tunnel Of Love is a 21+ after-hours event at the zoo that's held Feb. 11-14. Enjoy a beautiful evening filled with shared moments, immersive experiences, and unforgettable surprises. Select the experience that matches your evening, from General Admission to early-access VIP and private igloo options. The night starts at 6 p.m. for VIP tickets...

The Art Of Love: Creative Pairings is Feb. 14 at KANEKO. This Valentine's Day, KANEKO is bringing art, chocolate and wine together to explore how creativity and love intertwine. Be immersed in world-class exhibitions, accompanied by live music, and surrounded by a community that celebrates the creative spirit in all of us. Dress code is...

UNO Mavericks Men's Basketball play their home games at Baxter Arena. Here's their 25-26 home season schedule:

Scoop up your sweetie (or anyone, really!) and start your Saturday night off right! Date Night features some of Omaha’s best two-person improv teams, shaping this into a full hour of fun and laughs you won’t soon forget. No date? No worries! This show is just as fun to watch alone or with a group...

The Nebraska Writers Collective presents the Omaha Poetry Slam, a monthly open mic and poetry slam, held on the second Saturday of every month at The Local Art Plug. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.; event starts at 7 p.m. with an open mic and then the competitive individual slam! Sign up at the event. (If...

UNO Mavericks Men's Hockey play their home games at Baxter Arena. Here's the 25-26 home season schedule:

Omaha Community Playhouse presents "Hair" in the Howard Drew Theatre from Feb. 13 to March 22. Book and Lyrics by Gerome Ragni and James Rado | Music by Galt MacDermot | Directed by Brandon Box-Higdem Performances are 7:30 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays and 2 p.m. on Sundays. On Feb. 19 from 6:30 to 7:15 p.m.,...

Created in collaboration with Neil Diamond himself, "A Beautiful Noise" is the inspiring true story of how a kid from Brooklyn became a chart-busting, show-stopping American rock icon. With 120 million albums sold, a catalogue of classics like "America," "Forever in Blue Jeans," and "Sweet Caroline," numerous awards, and sold-out concerts around the world, Neil...

The BLUEBARN Theatre presents "The Heart Sellers" Feb. 5 through March 1. Performances are Thursdays through Saturdays at 7:30 p.m., Feb. 15 & March 1 at 2 p.m., and Feb. 22 at 6 p.m. The ASL interpreted performance is Feb. 20 at 7:30 p.m. Recommended for ages 16+. Synopsis: "The Heart Sellers"  is a poignant...

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