Quasar Drive-In Theater will show free movies on Thursday nights for Car Movie Cruise Nights. Gates open at 6:30 p.m. and show starts at dusk. There will be a Cruise-In/Out car show before the movie. There is at the same time as the free Classics With a Cause Series, so head to the East screen....

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...

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...

North Omaha Music & Arts hosts free weekly jazz sessions with a house band followed by an open session where all jazz musicians, instrumentalists and vocalists are invited to bring their art into the NOMA space to sharpen and shed their abilities and ideas together!

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...

The special exhibition "Once Upon a Carnival" is designed to make learning to read an over-the-top, high-flying, fun-filled experience. Featuring a cast of well-loved story book characters, this carnival themed exhibit will help visitors experience the wonder of words by combining the mechanics and the magic of reading. The exhibit runs through April 26 and...

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...

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:

Birds of a Feather program is a birding program intended for elementary-aged youth and chaperones. A different birding topic is covered each session, and when weather permits, participants will head outdoors for a hike or time in the birding area. The program runs approximately 60-90 minutes and is offered on select Tuesdays at 10 a.m....

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...

"Rebirth" by Ashley Knox is on display from March 28 through April 18 at The CANCUR Gallery at The Union. Gallery Hours are Tuesday-Thursday from 1 to 8 p.m., and Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Artist Talk & Tea is April 11 from 1 to 3 p.m. "Rebirth" is an ode...

Neon Night is a high-energy glow experience featuring black lights, glowing décor, open play, and a disco-style dance party on the turf. Kids will love glowing yard games and free face painting, while guests are encouraged to wear white or bright colors to glow under the lights. Event is included with regular admission and is...

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...

The special exhibition "Once Upon a Carnival" is designed to make learning to read an over-the-top, high-flying, fun-filled experience. Featuring a cast of well-loved story book characters, this carnival themed exhibit will help visitors experience the wonder of words by combining the mechanics and the magic of reading. The exhibit runs through April 26 and...

The Tulip Festival at Nelson Produce Farm runs through April 26, depending on weather. Admire 16 acres of tulips, totally more than 800,000 bulbs. The Tulip Festival is open Sundays through Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (last entry at 4:15 p.m.), and Fridays and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. (last entry...

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...

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....

El Museo Latino will have the temporary exhibition, "Tajimal K'in" (La Fiesta del Sol / Festival of the Sun) from March 20 through Aug. 22. It's a collective photography exhibit featuring works by Cristina Kahlo, Marcos García, and Marco Girón. Opening Reception is March 20 from 5 to 8 p.m., with an Artists Panel Discussion...

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...

"Rebirth" by Ashley Knox is on display from March 28 through April 18 at The CANCUR Gallery at The Union. Gallery Hours are Tuesday-Thursday from 1 to 8 p.m., and Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Artist Talk & Tea is April 11 from 1 to 3 p.m. "Rebirth" is an ode...

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...

Little Masters at Kipp is a golf-inspired play experience where kids can enjoy putting greens, chipping games, and fun challenges in a themed, kid-friendly environment.

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...

The special exhibition "Once Upon a Carnival" is designed to make learning to read an over-the-top, high-flying, fun-filled experience. Featuring a cast of well-loved story book characters, this carnival themed exhibit will help visitors experience the wonder of words by combining the mechanics and the magic of reading. The exhibit runs through April 26 and...

The Tulip Festival at Nelson Produce Farm runs through April 26, depending on weather. Admire 16 acres of tulips, totally more than 800,000 bulbs. The Tulip Festival is open Sundays through Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (last entry at 4:15 p.m.), and Fridays and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. (last entry...

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,...

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...

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:

Omaha Public Library branches will host Stuffed Animal Sleepovers this spring. Kids are encouraged to wear pajamas and bring their favorite stuffed animal friend to storytime. After storytime, librarians will host a stuffie sleepover and take photos of all the fun overnight adventures. Pick up your stuffed animal any time after 10 a.m. the next...

"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...

Grab your clubs for The Amateurs Putt-Putt Tournament at The RiverFront! Head over to the Community Space at the Greenhouse Apartment building next to the Boat Cove to test your skills.

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....

El Museo Latino will have the temporary exhibition, "Tajimal K'in" (La Fiesta del Sol / Festival of the Sun) from March 20 through Aug. 22. It's a collective photography exhibit featuring works by Cristina Kahlo, Marcos García, and Marco Girón. Opening Reception is March 20 from 5 to 8 p.m., with an Artists Panel Discussion...

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...

"Rebirth" by Ashley Knox is on display from March 28 through April 18 at The CANCUR Gallery at The Union. Gallery Hours are Tuesday-Thursday from 1 to 8 p.m., and Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Artist Talk & Tea is April 11 from 1 to 3 p.m. "Rebirth" is an ode...

Monthly Nights at The Joslyn events are evenings for art immersion. Come out for art talks, art making, special programs, and tasty food and drinks (for purchase). Upcoming themes:

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...

The free concert series, Live @ Low End, features an eclectic mix of artists each season. Admission is free; ticket reservations are encouraged. 2026 schedule:

Little Masters at Kipp is a golf-inspired play experience where kids can enjoy putting greens, chipping games, and fun challenges in a themed, kid-friendly environment.

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...

The special exhibition "Once Upon a Carnival" is designed to make learning to read an over-the-top, high-flying, fun-filled experience. Featuring a cast of well-loved story book characters, this carnival themed exhibit will help visitors experience the wonder of words by combining the mechanics and the magic of reading. The exhibit runs through April 26 and...

The Tulip Festival at Nelson Produce Farm runs through April 26, depending on weather. Admire 16 acres of tulips, totally more than 800,000 bulbs. The Tulip Festival is open Sundays through Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (last entry at 4:15 p.m.), and Fridays and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. (last entry...

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...

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...

"Rebirth" by Ashley Knox is on display from March 28 through April 18 at The CANCUR Gallery at The Union. Gallery Hours are Tuesday-Thursday from 1 to 8 p.m., and Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Artist Talk & Tea is April 11 from 1 to 3 p.m. "Rebirth" is an ode...

"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....

El Museo Latino will have the temporary exhibition, "Tajimal K'in" (La Fiesta del Sol / Festival of the Sun) from March 20 through Aug. 22. It's a collective photography exhibit featuring works by Cristina Kahlo, Marcos García, and Marco Girón. Opening Reception is March 20 from 5 to 8 p.m., with an Artists Panel Discussion...

Grab your clubs for The Amateurs Putt-Putt Tournament at The RiverFront! Head over to the Community Space at the Greenhouse Apartment building next to the Boat Cove to test your skills.

Every year, donation supporters are encouraged to wear blue and green the second Friday during April's Donate Life Month to raise awareness of organ, tissue and eye donation. This year, Live On Nebraska encourages you to bring the whole family for a night of fun in Lewis & Clark Landing at The RiverFront in celebration...

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!

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.

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...

"Sorry I've Never Done This Before" is a monthly comedy show where comedians trade mediums for the night: Improvisors try stand up comedy for the first time, and stand up comedians try improvising for the first time. Must be 18+. Doors open 30 minutes before showtime. Seats are first come first served. For reserved seating or large...

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...

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...

La Vista Recreation is partnering with Ish Fitness to offer a free Bootcamp in the Park program this spring and summer. This free high-energy bootcamp will be held monthly at the Nines Plaza in Central Park (next other Astro Amphitheater). It's perfect for intermediate/advanced fitness levels. Registration is required. Sign up online at CityofLaVista.org/Active using...

Little Masters at Kipp is a golf-inspired play experience where kids can enjoy putting greens, chipping games, and fun challenges in a themed, kid-friendly environment.

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...

Papillion Public Library's Fourth Annual LibraryCon 2026 is April 11 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Papillion Landing. This event is free and open to the public. Schedule:

The special exhibition "Once Upon a Carnival" is designed to make learning to read an over-the-top, high-flying, fun-filled experience. Featuring a cast of well-loved story book characters, this carnival themed exhibit will help visitors experience the wonder of words by combining the mechanics and the magic of reading. The exhibit runs through April 26 and...

The Tulip Festival at Nelson Produce Farm runs through April 26, depending on weather. Admire 16 acres of tulips, totally more than 800,000 bulbs. The Tulip Festival is open Sundays through Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (last entry at 4:15 p.m.), and Fridays and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. (last entry...

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:

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...

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:

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...

"Rebirth" by Ashley Knox is on display from March 28 through April 18 at The CANCUR Gallery at The Union. Gallery Hours are Tuesday-Thursday from 1 to 8 p.m., and Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Artist Talk & Tea is April 11 from 1 to 3 p.m. "Rebirth" is an ode...

"Through the Lens: American Photographs from the Carter Collection" is a temporary exhibition at The Joslyn. Turning a lens to the nation and its people, photographers across the vast and varied United States have created an expansive visual record of places, communities, and historical events. A thematic survey of American photography from 1920 to today,...

"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:

El Museo Latino will have the temporary exhibition, "Tajimal K'in" (La Fiesta del Sol / Festival of the Sun) from March 20 through Aug. 22. It's a collective photography exhibit featuring works by Cristina Kahlo, Marcos García, and Marco Girón. Opening Reception is March 20 from 5 to 8 p.m., with an Artists Panel Discussion...

Little Leaf League story time is April 11 at 11 a.m. at Chlorophyll followed by an activity at 11:30 a.m.

This family-friendly fair provides health and safety information for children and families in a fun and interactive way. The goal of the fair is to provide kids and parents an opportunity to learn about area resources, play games, and eat food. All is provided free of charge.

Tour 71 beautiful new homes across 50 developments in the Omaha metro during the 2026 Spring Parade of Homes, hosted by MOBA & Build Omaha. The event is a self-guided tour running from noon to 4 p.m. on April 11, 12, 18 & 19. Download the Omaha Parade of Homes app for driving directions. Homes...

Holi Celebration by Omaha Loves Bollywood is April 11 at Gene Leahy Mall. It's an unforgettable afternoon filled with music, colors, food, and celebration. Holi (AKA The Festival of Colors) marks the arrival of spring, the victory of good over evil, and a time to celebrate joy, unity, and community. There will be DJs and food...

Union Omaha plays all their home matches at Morrison Stadium at Creighton University. 2026 Schedule:

The World of Color, featuring leading voices in color research, design, and storytelling, is April 11 at KANEKO. Color influences everything, from the spaces we inhabit to the emotions we feel. Yet the stories behind the colors that shape our world remain largely hidden from view. KANEKO brings together some of today’s most influential thinkers...

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...

American Midwest Ballet presents "A Midsummer Night’s Dream" on April 11 & 12 at Hoff Family Arts & Culture Center in Council Bluffs and April 18 & 19 at the Orpheum Theater in Omaha. Performances are on April 11 & 18 at 7:30 p.m., April 12 & 19 at 2 p.m. Synapsis: Shakespeare’s most-beloved romantic...

Twilight Trekking is a chance to learn about the nocturnal creatures home while exploring new trails. It's geared toward intermediate to experienced hikers (ages 16+) and will traverse at least 2 miles of moderate to difficult terrain, so come prepared with appropriate clothing and gear. Check the weather as you are preparing for this event – safety of our guests...

"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...

Mic drop is a 1 v1 tournament style competition. The contestants are seeded 1-8 and battle it out with their best stand up performance through three rounds where each round someone is eliminated until they're two comics left who go at to become champion. Then we end the show with one of Omaha's great talents...

Little Masters at Kipp is a golf-inspired play experience where kids can enjoy putting greens, chipping games, and fun challenges in a themed, kid-friendly environment.

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...

The special exhibition "Once Upon a Carnival" is designed to make learning to read an over-the-top, high-flying, fun-filled experience. Featuring a cast of well-loved story book characters, this carnival themed exhibit will help visitors experience the wonder of words by combining the mechanics and the magic of reading. The exhibit runs through April 26 and...

The Tulip Festival at Nelson Produce Farm runs through April 26, depending on weather. Admire 16 acres of tulips, totally more than 800,000 bulbs. The Tulip Festival is open Sundays through Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (last entry at 4:15 p.m.), and Fridays and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. (last entry...

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:

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...

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:

"Through the Lens: American Photographs from the Carter Collection" is a temporary exhibition at The Joslyn. Turning a lens to the nation and its people, photographers across the vast and varied United States have created an expansive visual record of places, communities, and historical events. A thematic survey of American photography from 1920 to today,...

"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....

The City of Gretna is hosting their fourth annual Puzzles & Pie Competition held at Heavy Brewing on April 12. Teams of 4 will compete to complete an identical 500-piece puzzle in a two-hour time frame. The teams to complete the puzzle the quickest wins a prize. The top three teams to finish will qualify...

Tour 71 beautiful new homes across 50 developments in the Omaha metro during the 2026 Spring Parade of Homes, hosted by MOBA & Build Omaha. The event is a self-guided tour running from noon to 4 p.m. on April 11, 12, 18 & 19. Download the Omaha Parade of Homes app for driving directions. Homes...

Science Sunday is a free, weekly event at Omaha RiverFront held in conjunction with NE SciFest. The free, family-friendly hour explores nature, astronomy, chemistry, medicine and more with hands-on science activities (while supplies last). Science Sunday Activities:

Experience the timeless childhood tale like you’ve never seen it before — live on stage! This production of "The Cat in the Hat" will have minor production changes to accommodate those with sensory sensitivities and allow more freedom of movement — making it easier for all families to enjoy the performance. Production changes include:

American Midwest Ballet presents "A Midsummer Night’s Dream" on April 11 & 12 at Hoff Family Arts & Culture Center in Council Bluffs and April 18 & 19 at the Orpheum Theater in Omaha. Performances are on April 11 & 18 at 7:30 p.m., April 12 & 19 at 2 p.m. Synapsis: Shakespeare’s most-beloved romantic...

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.