Things to do in Council Bluffs on Friday, October 16

4 events in Council Bluffs on Friday, October 16. Explore outdoor activities. 3 are free.

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Friday, October 16

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Anime NebrasKon 2026

Mid-America Center

Come check out the largest and longest-running anime convention in the Omaha / Council Bluffs metro area! Do you like anime? If not, how about gaming, comics, or pop culture? If you like one of these – or maybe you just

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Council Bluffs events: common questions

What is happening in Council Bluffs this weekend?

Sidequest lists 4 events in Council Bluffs for Oct 9–Oct 11. Highlights include Costume Night at Cochran Park on Fri at Cochran Park, Friday Movie Night at the Orchard: Scooby-Doo (2002 Spooky Island) on Fri at Ditmars Orchard & Vineyard, and Fall Arts and Crafts Show on Sat at Mid-America Center.

Where can I find free things to do in Council Bluffs?

There are 6 free events in Council Bluffs this week, including Costume Night at Cochran Park on Fri at Cochran Park, Friday Movie Night at the Orchard: Scooby-Doo (2002 Spooky Island) on Fri at Ditmars Orchard & Vineyard, and Paranormal in the Metro on Mon at Council Bluffs Library. The Free page lists them all.

Which Council Bluffs neighborhoods have the most events?

Most Council Bluffs listings this week don't include a neighborhood yet, so Sidequest groups them by venue. Venue pages list every upcoming event at that place.

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