Disco Ornament
Make Halloween crafts and enjoy activities at The Learning Express Omaha during their Disco Ornament event.
Friday, October 16
7 eventsNight Sky Adventure with Gifford Farm
Millard Branch offers a 'Night Sky Adventure' inside a mobile planetarium, featuring space journeys and constellation crafts, requiring registration.
Do You Believe in Ghosts? (Adult Only)
Central Library is hosting an adult-only event where a paranormal expert will discuss Omaha's urban legends and ghost hunting techniques.
Friday Family Nights at the Union
The Union for Contemporary Art is hosting 'Friday Family Nights' with various creative activities such as drawing, painting, and printmaking.
Tricks & Treats at Westwood Plaza
Westwood Plaza will host a free, family-friendly 'Tricks & Treats' event featuring candy, circus acts, and character meet-and-greets.
Zootacular
Zootacular at Omaha Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium on Friday, October 16, offers an evening of Halloween-themed activities, including glowing pathways and trick-or-treat stations.
Making a Scene – Family Friendly Improv
Big Canvas improvisers will perform short-form improv suitable for families at the Blackstone Theater.
Saturday, October 17
17 eventsAirtober Fun at the Kiewit Luminarium
Starting October 13th and running through the end of the year, the Luminarium Maker Space will become an Air Toobz laboratory with multiple Air Toobz Evos, plenty of accessories, guided activities, and inspiration for cr
Spooky Sprint 5K/10K/Half
The Spooky Sprint 5K/10K/Half race takes place at Lake Zorinsky on October 17, offering awards and an after-party.
Northwest Hills Church Annual Craft Fair
Northwest Hills Church in Omaha will hold its annual craft fair on October 17, featuring handmade goods, a bake sale, and a white elephant sale.
Millard North Makers Market 2026 Craft Fair
Millard North High School hosts the Millard North Makers Market on October 17, showcasing over 150 local vendors offering unique gifts and foods.
Fall in Love with Friendship Bracelets with Hot Shops
Kiewit Luminarium in Omaha will host a workshop on October 17 to teach attendees how to create friendship bracelets using a cardboard loom.
Fontenelle Family Fishing Frenzy
Fontenelle Park in Omaha will host a family fishing event on October 17, providing all necessary equipment and volunteer assistance.
Big Play Saturday – Meet Astro Clay!
Astronaut Clayton Anderson will visit Fat Brain Toys in Omaha on October 17 for a meet-and-greet and book signing event.
Hispanic Heritage Celebration
Willa Cather Branch in Omaha will host a Hispanic Heritage Celebration on October 17, featuring bilingual games and crafts for all ages.
Manghoulsen’s Witches Tea 2026
2026 Details TBD Last year they had: Free hot dogs & Chips, popcorn, cotton candy, games, prizes, spin art, face painting, and more! All ages! Wear a costume for a chance to win a store gift card.
Spark Studio
Spark Studio is a free, hands-on STEAM program for children aged 7-12, focusing on creativity, technology, and problem-solving through interactive projects.
Heartwood Kite Festival
The 2nd Annual Heartwood Kite Festival will feature professional kite artists, kite-flying demonstrations, and family activities. Attendees can bring or purchase kites.
Pumpkin Decorating
Florence Branch is holding a free Pumpkin Decorating event for children ages 4-12 on Saturday, October 17th, at 2 PM, with registration required.
DIY – Bouncy Balls
Central Library is offering a free 'DIY – Bouncy Balls' event for kids aged 6-12 on Saturday, October 17th, at 3 PM, where participants will create their own bouncy balls.
Floating Pumpkin Patch
Montclair Community Center offers a Floating Pumpkin Patch event on Saturday, October 17, including pumpkin picking, open swim, and painting.
Third Saturday – Music in Dundee: Tim Howard
Dundee hosts 'Music in Dundee' on Saturday, October 17, featuring live performances by local musicians from 6 PM to 8 PM.
Zootacular
Omaha Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium presents 'Zootacular' on Saturday, October 17, with illuminated pathways, trick-or-treat stations, and entertainment.
Bad Pitches – Music Improv – Mature Audiences
Experience musical improv comedy with Bad Pitches on October 17 at the Blackstone Theater in Omaha.
Sunday, October 18
1 eventHispanic Heritage Special Storytime
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with stories, music, and movement at the Hispanic Heritage Special Storytime at the Central Library in Omaha on Sunday, October 18, at 10:30 AM.