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X-WR-CALNAME:CalDiscovery - omaha-ne (festival) BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sunflower Festival at Nelson Produce Farm DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260821 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260908 DTSTAMP:20260817T122441Z UID:10012655-1787270400-1788825599@familyfuninomaha.com CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:Featuring Sunflowers\, Zinnias & More!​ \nGoodbye summer\, h ello fall—welcome to a sea of blooms. \nWander through over 14 acres of breathtaking sunflowers\, explore fields filled with colorful blooms\, cre ate your own bouquet\, and spend the day making memories at Nelson Produce Farm. Whether you’re looking for the perfect family outing\, a girls’ day\, a date night\, or incredible photos\, our Sunflower Festival is one of Nebraska’s favorite late-summer traditions. \nThis event is their la rgest festival of the year\, filled with golden moments\, unforgettable vi ews\, and endless opportunities to slow down and soak in the season. \nFes tival highlights include: \n\nU-Pick sunflower fields\nU-Pick flower patch es featuring sunflowers\, zinnias\, and other varieties\nSunflower maze ad venture\nButterfly release ceremonies\nPicture-perfect backdrops for senio r photos\, family portraits\, and memory-making\n“Rise & Bloom” sunris e sessions (limited ticketed experience)\n\nWhether you’re wandering thr ough rows of blooms\, picking the perfect flowers\, or watching the sun ri se over a glowing field\, the Flower Festival is an experience you won’t forget. \nCome celebrate the beauty of the season with us—where summer lingers and fall begins! LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T122441Z LOCATION:Nelson Produce Farm\, 10505 N 234 St\, Valley\, NE\, 68064 URL:https://familyfuninomaha.com/event/100839/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun in Omaha X-SOURCE-URL:https://familyfuninomaha.com/omaha-area-farmers-markets END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Carter's Village Pointe Grand Re-Opening DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260903 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260908 DTSTAMP:20260829T182426Z UID:10012826-1788393600-1788825599@familyfuninomaha.com CATEGORIES:family,festival DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the grand re-opening of Carter’s at Village Pointe with fun for the whole family! Join Carter’s September 3–7 for specia l activities throughout the week\, including KiwiCo projects\, face painti ng\, custom patches\, and gourmet pops from Frios. Kids can get creative\, enjoy a sweet treat\, and celebrate the newly reopened store! Activities take place from 11 AM–1 PM on select days. LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T182426Z LOCATION:Carter’s Village Pointe\, 17305 Davenport Street Suite Q113\, O maha\, NE\, 68118 URL:https://familyfuninomaha.com/event/101535/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun in Omaha X-SOURCE-URL:https://familyfuninomaha.com/omaha-area-farmers-markets END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:La Festa Italiana 2026 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260904 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260907 DTSTAMP:20260829T182426Z UID:10008986-1788480000-1788739199@familyfuninomaha.com CATEGORIES:drink,festival,food DESCRIPTION:Celebrate one of the Omaha area’s most beloved festivals thi s Labor Day weekend. Take home authentic Italian food\, wine\, beer\, from the American Italian Heritage Society home\, Il Palazzo on 132nd and Fort Streets. LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T182426Z LOCATION:Il Palazzo\, 132nd & Fort\, Omaha\, NE\, United States URL:https://familyfuninomaha.com/event/annual-la-festa-italiana/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun in Omaha X-SOURCE-URL:https://familyfuninomaha.com/omaha-area-farmers-markets END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ralston Days 2026 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260904 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260908 DTSTAMP:20260830T002515Z UID:10008969-1788480000-1788825599@familyfuninomaha.com CATEGORIES:drink,family,festival,food,music DESCRIPTION:RALSTON DAYS is returning Labor Day Weekend to Liberty First C redit Union Arena. \nCome out and enjoy the carnival 🎡 \, food trucks 🥨\, drinks 🍺\, live music🎵\, Inflatables\, Foam party🫧\, Car s how🚗\, Hockey Game and more!\n🆓 FREE ADMISSION LAST-MODIFIED:20260830T002515Z LOCATION:Liberty First Credit Union Arena\, 7300 Q St.\, Ralston\, NE\, 68 127 URL:https://familyfuninomaha.com/event/ralston-days/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun in Omaha X-SOURCE-URL:https://familyfuninomaha.com/omaha-area-farmers-markets END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Opening Weekend at Vala's - Apple & Cider Festival DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260904 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260907 DTSTAMP:20260903T000635Z UID:10009029-1788480000-1788739199@familyfuninomaha.com CATEGORIES:drink,festival DESCRIPTION:Be the first to ride the brand-new Apple Tree Swing\, pick fre sh apples\, and save 50% on Labor Day weekend tickets when you buy online. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T000635Z LOCATION:Vala’s Pumpkin Patch\, 12102 S. 180th Street\, Gretna\, NE\, 68 028\, United States URL:https://familyfuninomaha.com/event/92219/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun in Omaha X-SOURCE-URL:https://familyfuninomaha.com/omaha-area-farmers-markets END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sunflower Festival DTSTART:20260905T140000Z DTEND:20260906T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T060819Z UID:10040176-1788598800-1788642000@ohmyomaha.com CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:Nebraska’s largest sunflower festival at Nelson Produce Farm runs from Aug. 21 through Sept. 7 (Date has pushed back from Aug. 14). Wa nder through over 14 acres of sunflowers\, explore fields filled with colo rful blooms or create your own bouquet. The U-Pick Flower Field is an add- on experience. \n\n\n\nIncluded with admission: \n\n\n\n\nOne FREE Sunflow er Per Ticket\n\n\n\nAccess to 14+ acres of sunflower fields\n\n\n\nFarm a nimals\n\n\n\nHayrack rides\n\n\n\nBarrel Train\n\n\n\nJumping Pillows\n\n \n\nHay Pyramid\n\n\n\nTreehouse\n\n\n\nSpider Web\n\n\n\nTrike Track\n\n\ n\nPlayground\n\n\n\nYard games LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T060819Z LOCATION:Nelson Produce & Farm\, 10505 N. 234 St.\, Valley\, Nebraska\, 68 064 URL:https://ohmyomaha.com/event/sunflower-festival-3/2026-09-05/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Oh My! Omaha X-SOURCE-URL:https://ohmyomaha.com/biggest-concerts-omaha END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wildflower Festival DTSTART:20260905T140000Z DTEND:20260906T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T060819Z UID:10039973-1788598800-1788645600@ohmyomaha.com CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:The Wildflower Festival at Skinny Bones Pumpkin Patch is Sept. 4-30. There will be live music\, foam parties\, face painting and hair ti nsel. \n\n\n\nHighlights include: \n\n\n\n\nSept. 4 – Opening Day and B lack Barn Ribbon Cutting\n\n\n\nSept. 6 – Dog Day\n\n\n\nSept. 9 & 16 – Homeschool Days\n\n\n\nSept. 13 – Grandparents Day\n\n\n\nSept. 17 – Scout & AWANA Uniform Day\n\n\n\nSept. 19 & 20 – Pirate Adventure We ekend\n\n\n\nSept. 26 & 27 – Wildflower Festival Finale LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T060819Z LOCATION:Skinny Bones Pumpkin Patch\, 3952 State Highway 133\, Blair\, Neb raska URL:https://ohmyomaha.com/event/wildflower-festival/2026-09-05/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Oh My! Omaha X-SOURCE-URL:https://ohmyomaha.com/biggest-concerts-omaha END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Apple & Cider Festival DTSTART:20260905T140000Z DTEND:20260906T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T060819Z UID:10040213-1788598800-1788645600@ohmyomaha.com CATEGORIES:drink,festival DESCRIPTION:The Apple & Cider Festival is Sept. 4-30 at Vala’s Pumpkin P atch and Apple Orchard. Enjoy sweet cider or hard cider (for ages 21+)\, l ive festival entertainment\, acres of sunflowers\, free photo ops\, butter fly releases\, flower picking\, and limited-time food specials. \n\n\n\nSp ecial events: \n\n\n\n\nFree butterfly releases are on Sundays\, Sept. 13\ , 20 and 27 at 10 a.m.\, 11 a.m.\, noon and 1 p.m. at the Sunflower Field (In Cider Mill Area).\n\n\n\nFriday Fireworks are Sept. 4\, 11\, 18 and 25 at 9 p.m. Best views from the Cider Mill Area\, Freya’s Chicken Yard.\n \n\n\nSunset Orchard Cider Tastings (21+) are Sept. 11\, 12\, 13\, 18\, 19 \, 20\, 25\, 26\, and 27 and Oct. 2-4. Tastings are self-paced. Arrive any time between 5:45 to 6:45 p.m. at the orchard’s U-Pick Apple Shed. This is an add-on activity.\n\n\n\n\nIncluded with admission. Labor Day Weekend tickets are 50% off when purchased online. LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T060819Z LOCATION:Vala’s Pumpkin Patch and Apple Orchard\, 12102 S. 180th St.\, G retna\, Nebraska\, 68028 URL:https://ohmyomaha.com/event/apple-cider-festival-2/2026-09-05/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Oh My! Omaha X-SOURCE-URL:https://ohmyomaha.com/biggest-concerts-omaha END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Homestead National Historical Park Living History Extravaganza DTSTART:20260905T150000Z DTEND:20260905T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260828T023706Z UID:10005791-1788602400-1788616800@humanitiesnebraska.org CATEGORIES:community,festival,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Around Labor Day every year\, Homestead National Historical Pa rk brings in living history demonstrators to provide a unique perspective to visitors interested in the homesteading experience. The day will be fil led with demonstrations\, hands-on activities\, living history performance s\, and performances from the Offutt Air Force Band Brass Quintet. LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T023706Z LOCATION:Homestead National Historic Park\, 8523 West State Highway 4\, Be atrice\, NE\, 68310\, United States URL:https://humanitiesnebraska.org/event/homestead-national-historical-par k-living-history-extravaganza/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Humanities Nebraska X-SOURCE-URL:https://humanitiesnebraska.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Living History Weekend at Fort Atkinson: Military Timeline DTSTART:20260905T150000Z DTEND:20260905T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260828T023710Z UID:10008529-1788602400-1788627600@calendar.outdoornebraska.gov CATEGORIES:festival,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Travel 200 years through America’s military timeline and exp erience history on the Great Plains at Fort Atkinson State Historical Park on Sept. 5-6\, 2026! \nMilitary reenactor groups will represent the Frenc h and Indian\, Civil\, World War I\, World War II\, Korean\, and Vietnam w ars and through the present. Military vehicles\, including Willy jeeps\, a British scout car and more\, will be on display from 10 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. \nAn archeology walk will be at 11 a.m. daily. \nOng oing demonstrations featuring military and civilian life of the 1820s will occur throughout the park. Reenactors will portray fur traders\, coopers\ , blacksmiths\, carpenters\, tinsmiths\, weavers and other period trades o utside of the fort walls. Other ongoing activities will include carpentry/ log hewing at the southeast barrack. Visitors are encouraged to interact w ith the reenactors. \nVisitor Center Admission\n\n-Adults (13 & up): $5\n- Children 3-12: $1\n-2 and under: Free\n\n  \nContact\nFor more informatio n\, please contact the park at ngpc.fort.atkinson@nebraska.gov or (402) 46 8-5611 or visit Fort Atkinson online. LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T023710Z LOCATION:Fort Atkinson State Historical Park\, 201 S 7th St.\, Fort Calhou n\, NE\, 68023 URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/living-history-weekend-at-f ort-atkinson-military-timeline/2026-09-05/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Nebraska Game and Parks Outdoor Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Living History Weekends DTSTART:20260905T150000Z DTEND:20260905T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T060819Z UID:10034729-1788602400-1788624000@ohmyomaha.com CATEGORIES:festival,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Fort Atkinson State Historical Park hosts historical re-enactm ent weekends monthly from May to October\, as well as a special candle lig ht tour in November. Learn more about the experience here. Living History Weekends are free\, but a valid state park entry permit is required. \n\n\ n\n2026 Schedule: \n\n\n\n\nMay 2nd & 3rd\n\n\n\nJune 6th & 7th\n\n\n\nJul y 4th & 5th\n\n\n\nAugust 1st & 2nd – Lewis & Clark Fife & Drum from St. Charles\, Mo.\; interactive wedding interpretations from two different we ddings from 200 years ago\; and a Time Period Dance on Saturday\n\n\n\nSep tember 5th & 6th\n\n\n\nOctober 3rd & 4th\n\n\n\nNovember 7th – Candleli ght Tour (additional fee and reservations are required) LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T060819Z LOCATION:Fort Atkinson State Historical Park\, 201 S. Seventh St.\, Fort C alhoun\, Nebraska\, 68023 URL:https://ohmyomaha.com/event/living-history-weekends/2026-09-05/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Oh My! Omaha X-SOURCE-URL:https://ohmyomaha.com/biggest-concerts-omaha END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Rally on the Route - 16th Street Block Party DTSTART:20260905T190000Z DTEND:20260906T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T061842Z UID:10012928-1788616800-1788638400@familyfuninomaha.com CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:Let’s party like it’s 2028! \nJoin at Rally on the Route\, a free block party to celebrate and support businesses in the streetcar c orridor. \nOn Saturday\, Sept. 5\, from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m.\, 16th Street wil l be fenced off between Farnam and Harney streets for food and drinks\, fa mily-friendly fun\, beats by a local DJ\, and performances and activities by the Omaha Symphony\, Opera Omaha and and more local community partners to be announced. \n🍔 Food and drink 🍺\nIn the block party area\, par ticipating restaurants will operate food tents or will have their doors op en\, serving food and drinks for purchase. Nearby restaurants from 14th to 20th streets will also be ready to welcome you. Alcohol purchased from te nts or businesses within the fenced-off area will be allowed throughout th e block party area. \n🅿️ Parking\nPark Omaha will offer $1 garage par king at the Park One garage at 1516 Douglas St. and free metered street pa rking within 1 block of the event for the day. \nRally on the Route is bei ng made possible by the generous support of The Lozier Foundation and the Weitz Family Foundation. The City of Omaha\, also an event sponsor\, is as sisting with permits and coordination. \nConstruction isn’t fun\, but bl ock parties are. The greater downtown area is still active\, accessible an d worth the trip. We hope to see you there! LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T061842Z LOCATION:Omaha\, NE\, Omaha\, NE URL:https://familyfuninomaha.com/event/102053/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun in Omaha X-SOURCE-URL:https://familyfuninomaha.com/omaha-area-farmers-markets END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Afro Fest Omaha DTSTART:20260905T190000Z DTEND:20260906T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T182103Z UID:10009027-1788616800-1788645600@familyfuninomaha.com CATEGORIES:arts,festival,music DESCRIPTION:Feel the Rhythm\, Taste the Culture\, Shape the Future: Welcom e to Afro Fest Omaha 2026. \nAfromaha invites you to step into a vibrant t apestry of culture right here in our city. Afro Fest Omaha 2026 is more th an a festival it’s an immersive celebration uniting the rich heritage of Africa and the Afro Diaspora with the heartbeat of our local community. \ nWhether you are 12 or 60\, from down the street or across the globe\, thi s is your invitation to connect. \nExperience an explosion of the senses.  Lose yourself in the beats of world-class music and stunning arts. Witne ss a runway alive with brilliant Afro-centric fashion. Indulge in authenti c\, mouth-watering flavors from across the African continent and its desce ndants. \nBut we aren’t just celebrating the past\; we are powering the future. Afro Fest is a vital platform elevating Omaha’s incredible loca l talent and shining a spotlight on our small business owners. \nAnd in a groundbreaking twist\, we are bridging heritage with the horizon. Explore our Innovation Zone\, where tradition meets technology through hands-on A I and STEM education\, inspiring the next generation of thinkers and creat ors. \nJoin Afromaha in 2026. Come for the party\, stay for the community\ , and leave inspired by the future. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T182103Z LOCATION:Sonny’s Builders District\, 724 N 16th St\, Omaha\, NE\, 68102 URL:https://familyfuninomaha.com/event/92206/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun in Omaha X-SOURCE-URL:https://familyfuninomaha.com/omaha-area-farmers-markets END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:14th Annual LOVAM Jazz Festival DTSTART:20260905T213000Z DTEND:20260906T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T061932Z UID:10012753-1788625800-1788645600@familyfuninomaha.com CATEGORIES:festival,music DESCRIPTION:Attendance is FREE!!\nHEADLINER: The most electrifying\, smoot h jazz saxophonist ERIC DARIUS!!\nLOVAM is another perfect way to enjoy an evening out with your family and friends. Join us for live jazz music in an intimate outdoor setting.\nBring your lawn chair or blanket\, food and drink (no glass containers / no tents).\nPlease also support the surroundi ng restaurants for food/drinks. Also\, remember to visit the many merchant vendors who will be present. LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T061932Z LOCATION:Turner Park\, 3110 Farnam St\, Omaha\, NE\, 68131 URL:https://familyfuninomaha.com/event/lovam-jazz-festival/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun in Omaha X-SOURCE-URL:https://familyfuninomaha.com/omaha-area-farmers-markets END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Labor Day Weekend at Indian Cave State Park DTSTART:20260905T220000Z DTEND:20260906T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260828T023710Z UID:10007957-1788627600-1788645600@calendar.outdoornebraska.gov CATEGORIES:festival,holiday,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Join us at Indian Cave State Park to celebrate Labor Day Weeke nd on Saturday\, Sept. 5! \nActivities will take place outside of the muse um. \nActivity schedule:\n5 – 7 p.m.: Hayrack rides\, cake walk (50 cent s to play)\, and yard games \n6 – 7:30 p.m.: Fish fry – $13 for ages 1 3+\, $6 for ages 4-12 yrs\, free for ages 3 & under \n9 p.m.: Fireworks di splay by the Pioneer Longrifle Club \n  \nA valid state park vehicle perm it is required for entry. LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T023710Z LOCATION:Indian Cave State Park\, 65296 720 Rd\, Shubert\, NE\, 68437 URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/labor-day-weekend-at-indian -cave-state-park/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Nebraska Game and Parks Outdoor Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Unity Fest 2026 DTSTART:20260906T000000Z DTEND:20260906T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T061932Z UID:10008005-1788634800-1788649200@familyfuninomaha.com CATEGORIES:community,festival,music DESCRIPTION:Unity Fest 2026 is a high-energy cultural music experience bri nging together diverse communities from across Omaha and the Midwest for o ne unforgettable night.\nThis signature event is a collaboration between F reedomtainment and CASA (Casa de la Cultura)—two nonprofit organizations located in Douglas County—working together to celebrate diversity\, uni ty\, and community through music and shared experiences. \nFollowing the L evel Up Job\, Housing & Resource Fair earlier in the day\, Unity Fest tran sforms downtown Omaha into a vibrant nighttime destination filled with ene rgy\, culture\, and entertainment. LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T061932Z LOCATION:Gene Leahy Mall\, 14th & Farnam\, Omaha\, NE\, United States URL:https://familyfuninomaha.com/event/91482/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun in Omaha X-SOURCE-URL:https://familyfuninomaha.com/omaha-area-farmers-markets END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Living History Weekend at Fort Atkinson: Military Timeline DTSTART:20260906T150000Z DTEND:20260906T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260828T023710Z UID:10008530-1788688800-1788714000@calendar.outdoornebraska.gov CATEGORIES:festival,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Travel 200 years through America’s military timeline and exp erience history on the Great Plains at Fort Atkinson State Historical Park on Sept. 5-6\, 2026! \nMilitary reenactor groups will represent the Frenc h and Indian\, Civil\, World War I\, World War II\, Korean\, and Vietnam w ars and through the present. Military vehicles\, including Willy jeeps\, a British scout car and more\, will be on display from 10 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. \nAn archeology walk will be at 11 a.m. daily. \nOng oing demonstrations featuring military and civilian life of the 1820s will occur throughout the park. Reenactors will portray fur traders\, coopers\ , blacksmiths\, carpenters\, tinsmiths\, weavers and other period trades o utside of the fort walls. Other ongoing activities will include carpentry/ log hewing at the southeast barrack. Visitors are encouraged to interact w ith the reenactors. \nVisitor Center Admission\n\n-Adults (13 & up): $5\n- Children 3-12: $1\n-2 and under: Free\n\n  \nContact\nFor more informatio n\, please contact the park at ngpc.fort.atkinson@nebraska.gov or (402) 46 8-5611 or visit Fort Atkinson online. LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T023710Z LOCATION:Fort Atkinson State Historical Park\, 201 S 7th St.\, Fort Calhou n\, NE\, 68023 URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/living-history-weekend-at-f ort-atkinson-military-timeline/2026-09-06/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Nebraska Game and Parks Outdoor Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ash Hollow Living History Rendezvous DTSTART:20260910T150000Z DTEND:20260910T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260828T023710Z UID:10008560-1789030800-1789059600@calendar.outdoornebraska.gov CATEGORIES:education,festival,food DESCRIPTION:Join us at Ash Hollow Historical Park for the 5th Annual Ash H ollow Living History Rendezvous on Thurs.\, Sept. 10 thru Sat.\, Sept. 12\ , 2026! \nThe rendezvous will allow park visitors to absorb themselves in pre-1840 history\, unique culture and educate themselves of an era gone by . Rendezvous were historically held in the fall between fur traders and lo cal Native American tribes and were a time to gather\, share trade goods s uch as skins\, furs\, beads\, food items\, weapons\, and knowledge. \nThro ughout the event\, enjoy interactive educational activities with experts o n Dutch oven cooking (peach cobbler)\, teepees\, chuck wagon 101\, trap se tting\, gold mining\, black powder shooting\, quilting demonstrations and exhibit\, tomahawk throwing\, blacksmithing\, tin smithing\, wood working\ , mini log cabin building\, a petting zoo\, trail rides\, food and craft v endors and more. \nSchool Days\nSchools are encouraged to sign up for fiel d trips on Sept. 10 and Sept. 11 from 9 a.m. to noon Mountain Time. Prereg istration is required. Please call 308-778-7708 to schedule a field trip. \n  \nAdmission is free with a valid Nebraska park permit. LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T023710Z LOCATION:Ash Hollow State Historical Park\, 4055 US-26\, Lewellen\, NE\, 6 9147 URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/ash-hollow-living-history-r endezvous/2026-09-10/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Nebraska Game and Parks Outdoor Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:An Enchanted Evening: A Carnival of Expressive Arts DTSTART:20260910T230000Z DTEND:20260911T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T062059Z UID:10006140-1789063200-1789074000@joslyncastle.com CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:Enchantment is in the air! Get ready to be part of something e xtraordinary at Nebraska Expressive Arts Therapy Foundation’s second a nnual signature fundraising Gala–An Enchanted Evening: A Carnival of Exp ressive Arts!  It’s an event like no other\, and we want you to be ther e! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis event includes a delicious menu\, beverage offerin gs\, and a whole array of local artists and creatives to witness and exper ience. You will be invited to tour through the rooms of the beautiful Josl yn Castle where you will encounter interactive experiences with local tale nts such as visual and collaborative artist Kim Darling. You could also ex perience a sound bath with Jenelle Emory\, create sound and music with Sus ie Thorne\, or move and dance with Vox dance Collective. Throughout your t ime with us\, you’ll be entranced by the miming talents of the Marian Hi gh School Mime Troupe!  But not to worry! Art experience is not expected and participation is not required!  \n\n\n\nEvery registration to this ev ent will bring us closer to achieving our mission of improving mental heal th in our community!  Together\, we can create a brighter\, more compassi onate world for all. \n\n\n\nThank you for supporting our mission\, your s upport is invaluable! Learn more about the event at our website at www.nex tfoundationomaha.com LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T062059Z URL:https://joslyncastle.com/event/an-enchanted-evening-a-carnival-of-expr essive-arts/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Joslyn Castle & Gardens X-SOURCE-URL:https://joslyncastle.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ash Hollow Living History Rendezvous DTSTART:20260911T150000Z DTEND:20260911T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260828T023710Z UID:10008561-1789117200-1789146000@calendar.outdoornebraska.gov CATEGORIES:education,festival,food DESCRIPTION:Join us at Ash Hollow Historical Park for the 5th Annual Ash H ollow Living History Rendezvous on Thurs.\, Sept. 10 thru Sat.\, Sept. 12\ , 2026! \nThe rendezvous will allow park visitors to absorb themselves in pre-1840 history\, unique culture and educate themselves of an era gone by . Rendezvous were historically held in the fall between fur traders and lo cal Native American tribes and were a time to gather\, share trade goods s uch as skins\, furs\, beads\, food items\, weapons\, and knowledge. \nThro ughout the event\, enjoy interactive educational activities with experts o n Dutch oven cooking (peach cobbler)\, teepees\, chuck wagon 101\, trap se tting\, gold mining\, black powder shooting\, quilting demonstrations and exhibit\, tomahawk throwing\, blacksmithing\, tin smithing\, wood working\ , mini log cabin building\, a petting zoo\, trail rides\, food and craft v endors and more. \nSchool Days\nSchools are encouraged to sign up for fiel d trips on Sept. 10 and Sept. 11 from 9 a.m. to noon Mountain Time. Prereg istration is required. Please call 308-778-7708 to schedule a field trip. \n  \nAdmission is free with a valid Nebraska park permit. LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T023710Z LOCATION:Ash Hollow State Historical Park\, 4055 US-26\, Lewellen\, NE\, 6 9147 URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/ash-hollow-living-history-r endezvous/2026-09-11/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Nebraska Game and Parks Outdoor Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ash Hollow Living History Rendezvous DTSTART:20260912T150000Z DTEND:20260913T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260831T000603Z UID:10008562-1789203600-1789239600@calendar.outdoornebraska.gov CATEGORIES:education,festival,food DESCRIPTION:Join us at Ash Hollow Historical Park for the 5th Annual Ash H ollow Living History Rendezvous on Thurs.\, Sept. 10 thru Sat.\, Sept. 12\ , 2026! \nThe rendezvous will allow park visitors to absorb themselves in pre-1840 history\, unique culture and educate themselves of an era gone by . Rendezvous were historically held in the fall between fur traders and lo cal Native American tribes and were a time to gather\, share trade goods s uch as skins\, furs\, beads\, food items\, weapons\, and knowledge. \nThro ughout the event\, enjoy interactive educational activities with experts o n Dutch oven cooking (peach cobbler)\, teepees\, chuck wagon 101\, trap se tting\, gold mining\, black powder shooting\, quilting demonstrations and exhibit\, tomahawk throwing\, blacksmithing\, tin smithing\, wood working\ , mini log cabin building\, a petting zoo\, trail rides\, food and craft v endors and more. \nSchool Days\nSchools are encouraged to sign up for fiel d trips on Sept. 10 and Sept. 11 from 9 a.m. to noon Mountain Time. Prereg istration is required. Please call 308-778-7708 to schedule a field trip. \n  \nAdmission is free with a valid Nebraska park permit. LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T000603Z LOCATION:Ash Hollow State Historical Park\, 4055 US-26\, Lewellen\, NE\, 6 9147 URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/ash-hollow-living-history-r endezvous/2026-09-12/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Nebraska Game and Parks Outdoor Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:LABOR DAY MASSACRE | A KZUM Benefit DTSTART:20260912T230000Z DTEND:20260913T045900Z DTSTAMP:20260902T060449Z UID:10000324-1789236000-1789257540@kzum.org CATEGORIES:festival,music DESCRIPTION:Coming up on Sept 11th and Sept 12th at Gray’s Keg\, The Met al Manifesto is having ANOTHER benefit to raise money for KZUM!!!! \nHere ’s your lineup!!! \nFRIDAY (9/11/26)\nHIGHWAY 146\nForged by Fire\nSouls tatic\nHosting Monsters\nHathor\n???Surprise Closing Band??? \nSATURDAY (9 /12/26)\nHiveswitch\nWe Are Branches\nWithin Wilds\nJody Kermoade “Artis t”\n6 County\nSpiral IA \n$20 donation gets you a tshirt designed by Chr istine McCollum and gets you in BOTH nights!!!! $10 donation at the door g ets you in each night!!! \nShow starts at 6pm both nights!!! \nALL PROCEED S GO TO KZUM!!!! \nThanks to our sponsors!!!\nG & G Smokeshop (Joseph D Fr aas)\nGlacial Till Vineyard and Winery\nTrade A Tape Comic Center\, Lincol n\, NE\nJustin’s Neighborhood Meats\nJason Orton Photography\nThe Mary E llen Carter\nRelentless Merch\nMëtal Jöhn\nThe FÄMILY KRÜSE LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T060449Z LOCATION:Gray’s Keg Saloon\, 104 N. 20th St.\, Lincoln\, NE\, 68503\, Un ited States URL:https://kzum.org/event/labor-day-massacre-a-kzum-benefit-2/ X-SOURCE-NAME:KZUM 89.3 FM – Local Radio in Lincoln\, Nebraska | Music\, Arts\, Culture and Community X-SOURCE-URL:https://kzum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:El Grito de Independecia Oficial 2026 DTSTART:20260913T000000Z DTEND:20260913T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260828T023704Z UID:6umdimsg6s366i1s6da1o2s1hs@google.com CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:More Info: https://theriverfrontomaha.com/events/?&eventid=883 9 LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T023704Z LOCATION:Gene Leahy Mall at The RiverFront X-SOURCE-NAME:Downtown Omaha Events X-SOURCE-URL:https://omahadowntown.org/downtown-happenings END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NOVA Steps Towards Hope\, A Mental Health and Recovery Walk. DTSTART:20260913T170000Z DTEND:20260913T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260828T023719Z UID:10001000-1789300800-1789322400@www.lifeomaha.com CATEGORIES:community,family,festival,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Join us as we walk together to raise awareness\, reduce stigma \, and support mental health and substance use recovery in our community. Walk will begin on the Nebraska side of the pedestrian bridge and run ove r the bridge\, around Tom Hanafan’s River Park and back over the bridge. There will be a festival after the walk with many family friendly event with games\, prizes\, music and food! Make sure to come visit us after yo ur walk to enjoy the fun and learn more about mental health\, substance us e disorder and NOVA TC! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdd Event to your calendar\n\n\n\nMake sure you don’t miss a thing! Click one of the butto ns below to add the event to your device’s calendar. LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T023719Z LOCATION:River Front – Lewis & Clark Landing\, 515 N Riverfront Dr\, Oma ha\, 68102\, United States URL:https://www.lifeomaha.com/event/nova-steps-towards-hope-a-mental-healt h-and-recovery-walk/ X-SOURCE-NAME:LIFE 100.7 X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.lifeomaha.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Barktoberfest DTSTART:20260913T190000Z DTEND:20260913T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260828T023704Z UID:ssaglslmsqq3hs832es5mcuoh8@google.com CATEGORIES:drink,festival DESCRIPTION:More Info: https://www.omahadogbar.com/event-calendar1/2026/9/ 13/barktoberfest LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T023704Z LOCATION:Omaha Dog Bar X-SOURCE-NAME:Downtown Omaha Events X-SOURCE-URL:https://omahadowntown.org/downtown-happenings END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Heartland Plein Air Festival: Lunch Break Paintout at Joslyn Castl e DTSTART:20260915T160000Z DTEND:20260915T183000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T062059Z UID:10006157-1789470000-1789479000@joslyncastle.com CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:Pack your lunch\, enjoy a picnic in our garden\, and watch ple in air artists at work as our city welcomes 25 nationally recognized artis ts for the Heartland Plein Air Festival. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEtiquette \n\ n\n\nTalking to the artists is encouraged — it’s part of what makes pl ein air festivals different from a traditional gallery show. Most painters are happy to answer questions about what they’re working on\, what they ’re looking at\, and how they’re reading the light. \n\n\n\nA few thin gs to keep in mind: give them a bit of space while they’re actively pain ting\, since shadows and position can matter. Wait for a natural pause if they seem deep in concentration. But don’t be shy — the artists are ou t in public by choice\, and most of them genuinely enjoy the conversation. \n\n\n\nWhere to find the artists \n\n\n\n\nJoslyn Castle & Gardens (390 2 Davenport St.\, Omaha\, NE)\n\n\n\nCali Commons (40th St. between Calif ornia St. & Cuming St.\, Omaha\, NE)\n\n\n\nSt. Cecilia Cathedral / Cathed ral Arts Project (701 N. 40th St.\, Omaha\, NE) LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T062059Z URL:https://joslyncastle.com/event/heartland-plein-air-festival-lunch-brea k-paintout-at-joslyn-castle/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Joslyn Castle & Gardens X-SOURCE-URL:https://joslyncastle.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Discover with Durango: Common Senses Festival – The Sensory Yard DTSTART:20260918T220000Z DTEND:20260919T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T002804Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_53702047245096 CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:Common Senses is excited to invite UNO students to our immersi ve exhibit at KANEKO on Friday\, September 18th. Presented by The Holland Foundation\, The Sensory Yard invites visitors into a world where curiosit y\, movement\, rest\, and imagination unfold at their own pace. Blending s ensory architecture\, participatory art\, and immersive storytelling\, thi s interactive installation encourages exploration without expectation. Eve ry path is self-directed\, every experience optional\, creating an environ ment where wonder and nervous system regulation exist side by side.\n\n \n \nJourney through a series of thoughtfully designed sensory spaces\, each offering a unique invitation to engage. Find grounding in The Commons\, mo ve freely in The Motion Room\, wander through the responsive beauty of The Light Forest\, retreat into the quiet comfort of The Cocoon\, dive into i maginative worlds in the Aquarium\, and leave your mark in The Workshop Ro om\, where the environment evolves through collective creativity.\n\n \n\n Rather than asking visitors to perform or observe\, The Sensory Yard offer s permission—to pause\, play\, create\, connect\, or simply be. Designed with accessibility\, emotional safety\, and sensory inclusion at its core \, the installation celebrates the many ways people experience the world a nd invites every visitor to discover what they need in the moment. If you are interested in learning more about the festival’s offerings\, visit www.commonsensesfestival.org. \n\n \n\nAll students attending will also re ceive a Free Pickleman’s sandwich card for dinner downtown Omaha. RSVP H ere.\n\n \n\nDiscover With Durango\n\nThis event is part of the "Discover With Durango" series presented by Spirit and Tradition and Signature Event s. Learn\, explore\, and discover all the unique places around Omaha throu gh these FREE monthly events. View the full event schedule. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T002804Z LOCATION:KANEKO URL:https://events.unomaha.edu/event/discover-with-durango-common-senses-f estival-the-sensory-yard X-SOURCE-NAME:UNO Events Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://events.unomaha.edu/event/2026-nebraska-indie-games-ex po END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The RiverFront One Community Cultural Festival: Sounds of the City with the Omaha Symphony DTSTART:20260919T000000Z DTEND:20260919T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260828T023704Z UID:e9ktt84j3bd4frgrtanr0o90cc@google.com CATEGORIES:festival,music DESCRIPTION:More Info: https://theriverfrontomaha.com/events/?&eventid=974 7 LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T023704Z LOCATION:Gene Leahy Mall at The RiverFront X-SOURCE-NAME:Downtown Omaha Events X-SOURCE-URL:https://omahadowntown.org/downtown-happenings END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Gothic Art & Literature Festival DTSTART:20260919T000000Z DTEND:20260919T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T062112Z UID:10006150-1789758000-1789765200@joslyncastle.com CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:The Joslyn Castle & Gardens and Metropolitan Community Colleg e are partnering once again for the Art & Literary Festival. This year we delve into the darkness in an exploration of Gothic Art and Literature! \ n\n\n\nThe main event of the festival is the production of an anthology of dramatized short stories and excerpts from three Gothic era tales\, adap ted and directed by Scott Working of MCC. Guests will travel through the halls of Omaha’s own Victorian Castle\, each room revealing a different vignette. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe dramatic production includes scenes from three iconic works of Gothic fiction. A young mother writes about her isolation and anxiety in The Yellow Wallpaper by Charlotte Perkins Gilm an. In Henry James’ The Turn of the Screw\, a governess shares her con fusion and fear of evil influences. The final chapter of Robert Louis Stev enson’s famous novella is titled “Henry Jekyll’s Full Statement of t he Case” and is the final confession of the doctor. \n\n\n\n\n\nThe Cast le bar will be open selling refreshments and libations\, please bring a va lid ID to partake in adult beverages. \n\n\n\nThe Gothic Art and Literatur e Festival receives educational programmatic support provided by the Amy L . Scott Family Foundation and the Whitmore Charitable Trust. LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T062112Z URL:https://joslyncastle.com/event/gothic-art-literature-festival-3/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Joslyn Castle & Gardens X-SOURCE-URL:https://joslyncastle.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The RiverFront One Community Cultural Festival: Community Culture Fest with NCA DTSTART:20260919T230000Z DTEND:20260920T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260828T023704Z UID:glksf1joroe89ogr3ufnjmcrfc@google.com CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:More Info: https://theriverfrontomaha.com/events/?&eventid=974 8 LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T023704Z LOCATION:Gene Leahy Mall at The RiverFront X-SOURCE-NAME:Downtown Omaha Events X-SOURCE-URL:https://omahadowntown.org/downtown-happenings END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Gothic Art & Literature Festival DTSTART:20260920T000000Z DTEND:20260920T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T062112Z UID:10006149-1789844400-1789851600@joslyncastle.com CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:The Joslyn Castle & Gardens and Metropolitan Community College are partnering once again for the Art & Literary Festival. This year we d elve into the darkness in an exploration of Gothic Art and Literature! \n\ n\n\nThe main event of the festival is the production of an anthology of d ramatized short stories and excerpts from three Gothic era tales\, adapted and directed by Scott Working of MCC. Guests will travel through the hall s of Omaha’s own Victorian Castle\, each room revealing a different vign ette. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe dramatic production includes scenes from three iconic works of Gothic fiction. A young mother writes about her iso lation and anxiety in The Yellow Wallpaper by Charlotte Perkins Gilman. In Henry James’ The Turn of the Screw\, a governess shares her confusi on and fear of evil influences. The final chapter of Robert Louis Stevenso n’s famous novella is titled “Henry Jekyll’s Full Statement of the C ase” and is the final confession of the doctor. \n\n\n\n\n\nThe Castle b ar will be open selling refreshments and libations\, please bring a valid ID to partake in adult beverages. \n\n\n\nThe Gothic Art and Literature Fe stival receives educational programmatic support provided by the Amy L. Sc ott Family Foundation and the Whitmore Charitable Trust. LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T062112Z URL:https://joslyncastle.com/event/gothic-art-literature-festival-2/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Joslyn Castle & Gardens X-SOURCE-URL:https://joslyncastle.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Celebration Carnival DTSTART:20260926T150000Z DTEND:20260926T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260728T152536Z UID:2@opendoormission.org CATEGORIES:community,family,festival DESCRIPTION:CELEBRATION CARNIVAL\nJoin us for our Celebration Carnival to celebrate our kids heading back to school! This event will be held for our families experiencing homelessness and poverty.\nThe carnival will includ e games\, a delicious meal\, a petting zoo\, and a firetruck! We will also be handing out free school supplies & new children's clothing.\n\nIf you ’d like to help with carnival games or hand out school supplies and new children's clothing\, check back soon to sign up to volunteer!\n \nFor pa rticipants\, please attend the carnival at the correct time based on your last name. If you are interested in school supplies and new clothing\, you r child must be present to receive items.\n\nSaturday\, September 26\, 202 6\nNo sign-up is needed for consumers. Come at your assigned time based on the first letter of your last name. Consumers will receive detailed infor mation at the Timberlake Outreach Center.\nA-M 10:00am to 12:00pm\nN-Z 12: 00pm to 2:00pm\n\nWHERE\nFollow the traffic signs on Open Door Mission's c ampus.\n2828 North 23rd Street East\nOmaha\, NE 68110 LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T152536Z LOCATION:Open Door Mission's Campus\, 2828 North 23rd Street East\, Omaha\ , NE\, 68110\, United States URL:https://opendoormission.org/events/celebration-carnival/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Volunteer X-SOURCE-URL:https://opendoormission.org/volunteer END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:12th Annual Fall StarBQ DTSTART:20260926T220000Z DTEND:20260927T045900Z DTSTAMP:20260828T023715Z UID:4984-1790442000-1790467140@branchedoakobservatory.com CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:Branched Oak Observatory is pleased to announce our 12th Annua l Fall Star-B-Q on Saturday\, Sept. 26th\, 2026. 5PM to midnight.\n*$10 Pe r Adult and $5 for kids 5-12 Admission – $20 for immediate families of 4 or more\n*No Park Permit Required\n*No Telescope Needed – (But are welc ome to bring your own equipment!)\nThe Empire Strikes Back… Again!\nBy p opular demand\, the 501st Legion- Central Garrison (a Star Wars anachronis m group)\, will be BACK for this year’s StarBQ. You will see Stormtroope rs and other nefarious Star Wars characters roaming the grounds. Luckily f or us\, however\, there will also be costumed representatives from the Reb el Legion and maybe even the Mandalorian Mercs to keep those bad guys in-c heck! Bring your cameras (and lightsabers) for some amazing photo opportun ities. Appearing 5:00 to 7:30pm.\nFor the kids and young-at-heart\, we wil l have Space-Crafts\, Science Demonstrations with the UNL Society of Physi cs Students \, a “touch a meteorite” display\, and a special NASA Exhi bit* in the Kunkel Family Multipurpose Center. Outside in the field we wil l have a play area with Blackhole (our version of Cornhole)\, Bolo Ladder Golf\, and our Giant Moon Map. 5:00-8:00PM\nIn the Boller-Sivil Observator y you will find safe Solar Viewing from 5 to 7pm.\nOptional dinner will be available from Hog Wild Pit Bar-B-Q of Lincoln\, and other options TBA 5: 00-9:00pm.\nDuring Dinner\, the Last Minute Band will be playing your favo rite Classic Rock. Live music between 5:00-9:00pm\nRaffle Tickets will be for sale ($5 ea.) between 5:00 and 8:30pm. The Raffle winners will be anno unced at 8:30pm. Amazing prizes include a ZWO Seestar S50 Telescope\, and tabletop “dob” telescope\, astrophotography prints\, binoculars\, a de luxe oil change and more! [Watch this space for additions].\nOnce dark\, w e will be viewing the night sky through our many telescopes\, and through the equipment of area amateur astronomers from Lincoln and Omaha clubs. Yo u will have the opportunity to see the Planet Saturn\, The Ring Nebula\, t he Andromeda Galaxy\, and so much more!\nDinner\, raffle tickets\, and gif t shop items\, require an optional purchase. *FREE Admission* AFTER 8:30 f or the Public Star Party.\nThis event is made possible thanks to our prima ry sponsor- ALLO Fiber of Lincoln and all of our other supporting sponsors . We also wish to thank the Prairie Astronomy Club\, the Omaha Astronomica l Society\, our own Branched Oak Observatory volunteers\, the UNL Society of Physics Students\, and of course the Central Garrison – 501st Legion! \nFollow us closely here on Facebook for more announcements. LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T023715Z LOCATION:Branched Oak Observatory\, 14300 NW 98th Street\, Raymond\, NE\, 68428\, United States URL:https://branchedoakobservatory.com/event/12th-annual-fall-starbq/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Branched Oak Observatory X-SOURCE-URL:https://branchedoakobservatory.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:St. Charles Borromeo 12th Annual Fall Family Festival DTSTART:20260927T170000Z DTEND:20260927T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260828T023719Z UID:10000605-1790510400-1790532000@www.lifeomaha.com CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:Bring the whole family for an afternoon of fun:• Pig Roast ( pulled pork) and delicious food• yard games• DJ & Karaoke• Games\, F ree Bounce Houses\, and Prize Center• Cake Walk\, Silent Auction\, Raffl e\, and moreNo signup needed—just show up!Ticket not required for entry. Games and food can be bought with tickets – $1 per ticket.Proceeds go t owards the St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church Building Fund.Learn more a t https://www.stcharlesomaha.org/scbfestival \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\ n\nAdd Event to your calendar\n\n\n\nMake sure you don’t miss a thing! C lick one of the buttons below to add the event to your device’s calendar . LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T023719Z LOCATION:St. Charles Borromeo\, 7790 S 192nd St.\, Gretna\, NE\, 68028\, U nited States URL:https://www.lifeomaha.com/event/st-charles-borromeo-12th-annual-fall-f amily-festival/ X-SOURCE-NAME:LIFE 100.7 X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.lifeomaha.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Grace Fellowship Church Block Party DTSTART:20260927T223000Z DTEND:20260928T003000Z DTSTAMP:20260828T023719Z UID:10000592-1790530200-1790537400@www.lifeomaha.com CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:Fun-filled gathering for friends\, family\, neighbors\, and co mmunity at Grace Fellowship Church in Elkhorn\, NE. Food\, games\, and fel lowship. A great way to meet your neighbors! \n\n\n\nLocation: Grace Fell owship Church\, 1211 S 211th St\, Elkhorn\, NE 68022 \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n   \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdd Event to your calendar \n\n\n\nMake sure you don’t miss a thing! Click one of the buttons below to add the event to your device’s calendar. LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T023719Z LOCATION:Grace Fellowship Church\, 1211 S 211th St\, Elkhorn\, NE\, 68022\ , United States URL:https://www.lifeomaha.com/event/grace-fellowship-church-block-party/ X-SOURCE-NAME:LIFE 100.7 X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.lifeomaha.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Oakspire Music & Arts Festival DTSTART:20261024T190000Z DTEND:20261025T060000Z DTSTAMP:20260828T023724Z UID:10000169-1792850400-1792890000@kzum.org CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:Oakspire Festival is an outdoor music and arts gathering near Lincoln\, Nebraska\, set on a 100-acre forest property. The festival bring s together live music\, art\, and community experiences in a unique natura l setting\, giving attendees a space to connect\, explore\, and celebrate creativity in nature. LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T023724Z LOCATION:The Oaks Park\, 13611 Pioneers Blvd\, Walton\, NE\, 68461\, Unite d States URL:https://kzum.org/event/oakspire-music-arts-festival/ X-SOURCE-NAME:KZUM 89.3 FM – Local Radio in Lincoln\, Nebraska | Music\, Arts\, Culture and Community X-SOURCE-URL:https://kzum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:gasolina party (18+) DTSTART:20261031T020000Z DTEND:20261031T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260828T023704Z UID:7u1ook7eptu0bd621jsj25mcus@google.com CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:More Info: https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/20006515D3CC3E3C LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T023704Z LOCATION:Steelhouse Omaha X-SOURCE-NAME:Downtown Omaha Events X-SOURCE-URL:https://omahadowntown.org/downtown-happenings END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Holiday Lights Festival DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261128 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270102 DTSTAMP:20260728T152535Z UID:7388-1795824000-1798847999@omahaparksfoundation.org CATEGORIES:festival,holiday DESCRIPTION:A festive lighting display will enhance the joy and beauty of the season in Omaha! White lights\, garland\, and festive decor will illum inate displays at four Omaha locations: \n\n\nOld Market:  The display wi ll run from 10th to 13th Streets\, and from Farnam to Jackson Streets.\nNo rth Omaha: The display will run on North 24th Street\, from Burdette Stre et to Ohio Street\nSouth Omaha: The display will run on South 24th Street \, from L Street to Q Street\nThe Riverfront: The display will run through Gene Leahy Mall\, Heartland of America Park and Lewis & Clark Landing\, w here hundreds of illuminated trees and joyful decorations spread seasonal cheer across all 72 acres of the park.\n\n\n\nEvery Friday and Saturday ni ght\, enjoy the splendid magic of a jubilant multimedia show\, projected o nto the Gene Leahy Mall Performance Pavilion\, the Burlington Building and the 10th Street Bridge video wall. Don’t miss the nearly 70-foot-tall h oliday tree at the 8th Street Arrival Plaza in Heartland of America Park\, a spectacular centerpiece of the celebration. LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T152535Z URL:https://omahaparksfoundation.org/event/holiday-lights-festival-2/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Omaha Parks Foundation X-SOURCE-URL:https://omahaparksfoundation.org/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Young Playwrights Festival DTSTART:20270430T000000Z DTEND:20270430T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260828T023704Z UID:87n5qq8cspt76idvngsl223ur4@google.com CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:More Info: https://rosetheater.org/shows/young-playwrights-fes tival LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T023704Z LOCATION:The Rose Theater X-SOURCE-NAME:Downtown Omaha Events X-SOURCE-URL:https://omahadowntown.org/downtown-happenings END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Young Playwrights Festival DTSTART:20270501T220000Z DTEND:20270502T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260828T023704Z UID:ujuffg44prhcidck45ti85t3so@google.com CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:More Info: https://rosetheater.org/shows/young-playwrights-fes tival LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T023704Z LOCATION:The Rose Theater X-SOURCE-NAME:Downtown Omaha Events X-SOURCE-URL:https://omahadowntown.org/downtown-happenings END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Young Playwrights Festival DTSTART:20270502T220000Z DTEND:20270503T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260828T023704Z UID:bor8t2dk2kd53bat8de3mqg438@google.com CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:More Info: https://rosetheater.org/shows/young-playwrights-fes tival LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T023704Z LOCATION:The Rose Theater X-SOURCE-NAME:Downtown Omaha Events X-SOURCE-URL:https://omahadowntown.org/downtown-happenings END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR