Get in the Holiday Spirit: Omaha Events All December Long!
Get ready to jingle all the way through December in Omaha with tons of festive activities to get you in the holiday spirit! From dazzling light displays at places like Christmas at Union Station and Holiday Lights Festival to Christmas markets and holiday concerts, there's something for everyone to enjoy this season. So grab your hot cocoa, bundle up, and get ready to make memories that will last long after the snow has melted away. Let's spread some holiday cheer together in Omaha this December!
Dec 1-22 (see website for times) | Omaha Community Playhouse
Cost: From $45 in November, from $50 in December
You can't have Christmas without watching A Christmas Carol! Join us in Omaha for this awesome holiday tradition where Ebenezer Scrooge learns the real reason for the season. This show is perfect for the whole family and has amazing costumes, cool music, and awesome scenery. Don't miss out on this magical event!
Dec 1-Jan 26 | Kiewit Luminarium
Cost: $24.95 adults, $19.95 youth (ages 5-17)
Get ready for a super cool holiday experience! This year, check out some awesome holiday lights that will make your brain light up with excitement. You won't want to miss the amazing art and science combo at the art exhibitions. One of the highlights is Frost Light by the talented artist Lee Emma Running from Omaha.
Holiday Hut at Kimpton Cottonwood
Dec 1-29 (times vary) | Kimpton Cottonwood Hotel
Cost: Free
Come hang out at The Holiday Hut this season! It's a cool pop-up bar in The Pool Club with awesome decorations, special drinks, and perfect spots for taking pics for your Insta feed!
Holiday Lights Festival: The RiverFront
Dec 1-31 | Gene Leahy Mall at The RiverFront
Cost: Free
The RiverFront is all lit up for the holidays! From 13th Street to Gene Leahy Mall to Heartland of America Park and Lewis & Clark Landing, the whole park is covered in twinkling lights. It's like stepping into a magical winter wonderland!
Dec 1-31 | Werner Park
Cost: $29.99 on up per vehicle with up to 6 ppl, $7 extra pp
Come check out an awesome drive-thru light show that goes on for almost a whole mile! There are almost 1,000 super cool displays that light up and change colors, making it feel like you're in a winter wonderland. It's like magic coming to life right before your eyes!
Dec 1-22 | Omaha Children's Museum
Tues-Fri: 9am-4pm/Sat & Sun: 9am-5pm
Cost: $15 Non-Members, $14 Seniors 60+, Free for Members and Under 2
Guess who's back at the museum? That's right, Santa! And he's bringing some holiday cheer with him. Santa's Magic is a fun show that you won't want to miss. After the show, you can tell Santa what you want for Christmas and even get a picture with him. Don't miss out on this magical experience!
Santa Visits Lauritzen Gardens
Dec 1-23 (4:30-7:30pm) | Lauritzen Gardens
Cost: $15/person
Santa is coming to Lauritzen Gardens! That's right, the big guy in the red suit is making a stop at the garden this holiday season. Bring your kids to meet Santa, tell him your wishes, and take a family photo with him (don't forget to bring your own camera!). Santa will be spreading holiday cheer on December 1, 6-8, and 11-23. So make sure you've been good this year, because Santa is on his way!
Midtown Crossing Season of Lights
Dec 1-Feb 14 | Midtown Crossing
Cost: Free
Come hang out at Midtown Crossing and enjoy the cozy vibes of a winter night. Walk around and check out the cool holiday lights. There are tons of white LED lights all over Turner Park and Farnam Street that make the whole place feel magical. It's the perfect spot to get into the holiday spirit and feel all warm and fuzzy inside.
Dec 1-31 (5pm-1am)
Cost: Free
Get ready to be amazed by Omaha's holiday lights! Starting on November 30th, the city will be lit up with hundreds of thousands of twinkling lights in different neighborhoods like the Old Market, The RiverFront, North Omaha, and South Omaha. There will also be lots of fun free events to enjoy during the Festival, like the KETV Family Festival and the New Year's Eve Fireworks Spectacular. Don't miss out on all the festive fun!
Merry & Bright: Holiday Poinsettia Show
Dec 1-31 (9am-5pm) | Lauritzen Gardens
Cost: $15 adults, $9 for ages 3-12, free for members & ages 0-2
Every year, there's this awesome show where you can see tons of poinsettias in all different colors. They fill up a whole room and make it look super festive for the holidays. Right in the middle, there's a huge 20-foot-tall poinsettia tree that looks really cool. There's also decorations, shiny ornaments, and even little model trains going around. It's a really fun and cheerful place to be!
Dec 1 – Jan 12 (times vary) | Durham Museum
Cost: $15 adults, $12 seniors (62+), $8 children (ages 3 - 12), free for children 2 years & under
Christmas is here at The Durham Museum! It's time for Christmas at Union Station, where you can see the biggest Christmas tree around, learn about holidays from all over the world, and even meet Santa! It's like stepping into a winter wonderland. Check out the website to see all the cool stuff happening this season.
Christmas Vacation Movie Party
Dec 1-24 | Alamo Drafthouse Cinema
Cost: $16
This party is awesome! We've got Christmas decorations like pine tree air fresheners, glow sticks, and silly neckties to make you feel like you're part of the Griswold family. It's going to be way more fun than getting a subscription to the Jelly of the Month Club.
Dec 1-24 | Alamo Drafthouse Cinema
Cost: $16
Get ready to cozy up for a super fun event celebrating one of the greatest holiday movies ever! Will Ferrell plays a hilarious elf from the North Pole who goes on an adventure in New York City. The ELF Movie Party includes cool props, a gift wrapping contest, and you even get your own elf hat to wear during the movie. It's going to be a blast!
Visit and Photos with Santa at Regency
Dec 1-24 (times vary) | Regency
Cost: Photo packages from $35
Come hang out with Santa at the mall in center court by Borsheim’s! Children's Nebraska is making it happen. Get your picture taken by Mary Kay Photography and take home a cool photo package. Don't forget to bring your own camera if you buy something.
Santa's Cabin at The Durham Museum
Dec 1-22 (12-3pm) | Durham Museum
Cost: $15 adults, $12 seniors/veterans, $8 kids 3-12, free for members & 2 and under
Is your crew excited to show Santa their wish list? At Christmas at Union Station, sponsored by FNBO, your kids can meet Santa in his cozy cabin. Don't miss out on the chance to see him before it's too late to make it onto the nice list!
Winterland at Heartwood Preserve Free Public Ice Skating
Dec 1-30 (starting 3pm) | Heartwood Park within Heartwood Preserve
Cost: Free
Come have a blast at the ice rink in Heartwood Preserve! It's a super fun place for families to skate together. Whether you're a pro skater or just starting out, this rink is the best spot to make awesome memories with your family and friends. It's only open in the winter, so don't miss out on the chance to glide and twirl on the ice in West Omaha. Make sure to reserve your spot online because there won't be many available for walk-ins. And remember, the rink is closed on Christmas Day.
Dec 1-30 | Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium
Come check out the Zoo all lit up with colorful lights! You can see cool archways and sculptures that will amaze you. Try out the brand new snowball toss game and have fun decorating gingerbread cookies in Gingerbread Village. Don't forget to snap a picture with Santa! You can even rent your own private igloo to cozy up in, enjoy some yummy snacks and drinks. There are so many more surprises waiting for you, but you'll have to see it for yourself to believe it!
Dec 3-17 (5-8pm) | Durham Museum
Cost: $15 adults, $12 seniors/veterans, $8 kids 3-12, free for members & 2 and under
If you're looking to hang out with Santa this holiday season, The Durham Museum has got you covered. Every Tuesday night, you can join in on the fun with activities for the whole family and even get a chance to meet Santa Claus himself! He'll be stopping by the museum on Tuesday evenings from Thanksgiving to Christmas, so don't miss out on the chance to make some special memories with the big guy in red.
Dec 3-17 (5-8pm) | Durham Museum
Cost: $15 adults, $12 seniors/veterans, $8 kids 3-12, free for members & 2 and under
Come listen to some awesome holiday music by Omaha’s official Christmas tree! Local singers and musicians will be putting on a show for everyone to enjoy. It's the perfect way to get into the holiday spirit!
Holiday Happenings: Family-Friendly Events in Omaha this December
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