Omaha's March Lineup: Must-Attend Events for the Whole Family!

Omaha's March lineup is brimming with excitement and entertainment for families looking to make lasting memories together. From vibrant art & film festivals to enriching cultural celebrations, the city offers a diverse array of events catered to every interest and age group. With a focus on outdoor adventures, educational workshops, and interactive experiences, Omaha's calendar is packed with must-attend activities that promise fun and exploration for the whole family. Join us as we delve into all that’s happening in Omaha this March, providing a comprehensive guide to help you plan your family's next unforgettable outing!  And if you're observing Lent this month, don't forget to take a look at my FISH FRY blog! It has a list of all the best places to go for a delicious fish fry in the Omaha Metro!

SAC Museum Exhibit – Mission: Astronaut
Now until May 18  |  SAC Museum (Ashland)
Space cadets! Get ready to blast off into Mission: Astronaut, where you'll dive into the exciting world of space exploration. You'll learn all about the cool technology that helps us explore the cosmos, how it helps us here on Earth, and so much more. Get ready to tackle some awesome astronaut training challenges that will test your skills in engineering, physics, teamwork, and most importantly, having a blast! Let's go on this out-of-this-world adventure together!

Omaha Fashion Week Spring 2025
Feb 26-Mar 1  |  Omaha Design Center
Welcome to Omaha Fashion Week! Get ready to see designs that are inspired by storytelling, vulnerability, music, and pop culture. You'll witness a variety of styles including streetwear, bridal gowns, evening wear, avant-garde, and wearable art. The event kicks off on Wednesday with the Student Night Designer Showcase, followed by Designer Showcases on Thursday and Friday featuring emerging and featured designers. Finally, on Saturday, the grand FINALE Designer Showcase will take the stage.

Lauritzen Gardens Exhibit: Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects® with Lego Bricks
Mar 1  |  9am-5pm  |  Lauritzen Gardens
Get ready to explore an awesome garden made out of LEGO® bricks at Sean Kenney's Nature Connects® exhibit! This cool display shows off the beauty of nature and how everything in the environment is connected. You'll see huge sculptures of a butterfly, hummingbird, fox, and more - all made from over 275,000 LEGO® bricks! Let your imagination run wild as you build your own LEGO® creations and learn about how important it is to take care of our ecosystems. Get ready for a fun and educational adventure!

Marvelous Maples at The Tree Adventure
Mar 1  |  1-2pm  |  Arbor Day Farm (Nebraska City)
Cost: $20 (includes Tree Adventure admission)
Come hang out at Tree Adventure and discover all the cool stuff about trees, like how to tap a maple tree and make yummy syrup! You can try some sap straight from the tree and then chill by a campfire to find out how syrup is made. Taste different kinds of maple syrup and even make a souvenir to bring home. The dates might change depending on the weather and how much sap is flowing, so stay tuned!

15th Annual Fat Saturday Crawfish and Shrimp Boil
Mar 1  |  2pm   |  Nebraska Brewing Company
Why wait until Tuesday to start the Mardi Gras party? Come join us at our taproom in La Vista for a fun time with lots of beer and crawfish! We'll have music playing and the boil going, so make sure to get here early to grab some delicious food. You can choose from Crawfish or Shrimp plates, homemade Jambalaya, and special Hurricane drinks. It's going to be a blast, so don't miss out!

OMA ARTalks
Mar 1  |  3-4pm
Cost: Free
Come check out the cool art at Bemiss! Local artists, creative people, and community leaders will talk about why they love certain pieces in the exhibitions. It's a great way to learn more about art and hear different perspectives!

Mystery at the Mansion: Murder at the Hatters Mardi Gras Ball
Mar 1  |  6-7:30pm  |  Arbor Lodge Mansion
Cost: $35/person
Get ready for the biggest party of the year in Bloodworth Falls! Mayor Riley White is throwing the Hatter’s Ball at the old Bloodwood Castle to distract everyone from the town's recent drama. And guess what? It’s happening right before the mayoral election! The guest list is already filling up, and your enemies are on it. Time to plan your revenge! But first, you need to find the perfect hat for the occasion. It’s like a pre-Mardi Gras celebration! When you arrive at Arbor Lodge Mansion, you’ll be given a character to play. Hurry up and RSVP before all the spots are taken!

Riverfront Supper Club
Mar 1  |  Fig (Downtown)
Cost: $75
Come celebrate the great thaw this week with dinner at the long table! Join us for an evening of good food and new friends on the Omaha Riverfront. This family-style three course meal has become a beloved monthly tradition. This month we will feature live jazz!

Science on Screen: WALL•E Screening & Discussion
Mar 1  |  Dundee Theater
Cost: $5 tickets for all ages
Get ready for an awesome event called Science on Screen! They show cool movies like WALL-E and have experts talk about science stuff before the movie starts. Dr. Brittany Duncan will be there to talk about real robots. It's gonna be so much fun!

Omaha Home & Garden Expo
Now until Mar 2  |  11am-8pm  |  CHI Center
Cost: $10 adults, $4.50 children (5-12), Free under 5
Get ready for spring at the convention center in Omaha! Explore over 200,000 square feet of cool displays with pretty flowers, waterfalls, and the fresh scents of spring. Talk to expert gardeners, get advice from home design celebrities, and have a blast!

Cat Kid Comic Club: The Musical
Feb 28-Mar 2  |  7pm Friday, 10am, 2pm & 5pm Saturday, 2pm Sunday  |  Rose Theater
Cost: $20
Cat Kid and Molly Pollywog have started a super cool club to teach a bunch of silly frogs how to make their very own comics. Their dad, Flippy the fish, is super happy that his kids are getting creative, but things start to get crazy when the frogs can't stop arguing and coming up with wild ideas for their comics. Flippy is not happy about this chaos! Will the club be able to survive all the drama? Will the frogs learn to get along? And will creativity be the key to saving the day? Find out all the answers in this wacky musical based on Dav Pilkey's funny Cat Kid Comic Club series.

Dive Bar Tour
Mar 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29  |  1:30-4:30pm
Cost: $39.95/person
Get ready to jump on Ollie the Trolley for an awesome trip to some cool dive bars in Omaha! Your ticket gets you three drinks and two rides on Ollie with a guide and music. Let's go have some fun!

March Madness Basketball Skills Competition
Mar 3  |  6 PM  |  La Vista Community Center
Cost: Free (Register in person)
Ages: Boys & Girls 3rd - 8th grade
Each participant will take part in three challenges: Hot Shot, 3-point, and Free Throw Contest. There will be winners for each challenge and an overall winner for each age division. Winners will receive notification by email the following day.

First Thursday Downtown Art Walk 2025
Mar 6  |  Old Market
Discover a handpicked collection of galleries showcasing the creativity of local and regional artists. From modern art to innovative installations, there is something to enchant every art lover. Immerse yourself in the experience as you explore different galleries, interact with passionate artists, and connect with fellow art enthusiasts. Whether you are a seasoned collector or just looking for inspiration, the First Thursday Downtown Omaha Art Walk guarantees a memorable evening of exploration and enjoyment.

Dirty Dancing In Concert
Mar 6  |  7:30 PM  |  Orpheum Theater
Get ready to experience the time of your life with DIRTY DANCING IN CONCERT! This live event brings the timeless romance of one of the most memorable movies of the past 35 years to life. Watch the classic film on the big screen, digitally remastered, while a live band and singers perform its iconic songs. Don't miss this unique film-to-concert experience!

Benson First Friday
Mar 7  |  5pm  |  Benson
Cost: Free
Explore Benson, Omaha's creative center, at its finest. Artists display their work, galleries welcome visitors, live music fills the air, and people come together to socialize, play, dance, and unleash their creativity with sidewalk chalk and paint. Browse through shop vendors and enjoy a delicious meal while you're at it.

Indoor Winter Farmer’s Market
Mar 8 & 22  |  11am-3pm  |  Fowling Warehouse
Cost: Free
The Omaha Winter Market is getting bigger and better! Now you can come hang out with us on Saturdays at our cool new spot near 90th and Fort at Fowling Warehouse Omaha. And don't worry, we're still having markets on Sundays at Nebraska Brewing Company too. There will be over 35 awesome local vendors selling yummy baked goods, fresh fruits and veggies, meats, cool stuff from boutiques, and handmade crafts. See you there!

Mystery at the Mansion: Murder at the Juice Joint Mardi Gras Party
Mar 8  |  6-7:30pm  |  Arbor Lodge Mansion
Cost: $30/person
Step back in time to the roaring 20s with Murder at the Juice Joint - a classic mystery game set in the beautiful Arbor Lodge Mansion. Work together with your friends to solve puzzles, find clues, and crack the case. When you arrive at the mansion, you'll be given a character to play. Choose to dress up as a stylish flapper or a tough gangster, or use our fun props to create your own unique look. It's going to be a night to remember!

2025 Old Market Faces Gala
Mar 8  |  Le Bouillon
Cost: $125
Come have a super fun night in the coolest part of Omaha, the Old Market! This awesome event is all about celebrating the awesome people and cool things happening in this part of the city. You'll get to eat really yummy food, chat with interesting people, and have a blast in a really fun setting.

PAW Patrol Live! A Mighty Adventure
Mar 8-9  |  10am & 2pm Saturday, 11am & 3pm Sunday  |  Orpheum Theater
Cost: From $29.50
Get ready for an awesome show brought to you by Nickelodeon and VStar Entertainment Group! It's PAW Patrol Live! A Mighty Adventure. This live stage show continues the story from the popular movie PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie. It's a super exciting adventure that will have everyone on the edge of their seats. Join the PAW Patrol as they use their super powers to save Adventure City. With cool action, fun songs, and lots of ways to join in the fun, this show will have you cheering and wagging your tail in excitement!

St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Mar 8  |  10:45am  |  Old Market Entertainment District
Cost: Free
Get ready for the coolest parade of the year! The St. Patrick's Day parade is happening in the Old Market at 11am, but make sure to catch the Opening Ceremony at 10:45am. You'll see awesome marching bands, drill teams, Irish dancers, and people dressed up in cool costumes. It's going to be so much fun!

Whiskey & Wine Tasting
Mar 8  |  Kimpton Cottonwood Hotel
Cost: $70
Come hang out and try some fancy drinks like whiskey and wine from cool vendors! There will be awesome live music playing too. When you buy a ticket, you get to try five different drinks and snack on some yummy charcuterie. It's gonna be a fun time!

Blackstone 2nd Saturday
Mar 8  |  11am-11:59pm  |  Blackstone District
Cost: Free
Come hang out in the Blackstone District every second Saturday of the month for some awesome live music and fun events! Make sure to visit the Blackstone District website, Facebook, or Instagram to see who's playing and where the party's at.

Up Close & Magical Show at Mahoney
Mar 9  |  2:30-3:30pm  |  Mahoney State Park
Cost: $8 – $10 with Park Entry Fee
Come see the amazing magician Ryan Chandler at Eugene T. Mahoney State Park! Watch closely as he performs his magic tricks on stage, with a big screen showing all the action up close. Chandler has even been on TV with famous magicians Penn and Teller! Don't miss his show at the Kountze Memorial Theater - it's sure to be a blast for the whole family!

Smore’s and Sunsets
Mar 11  |  5pm  |  Central Park East (LaVista)
Cost: Free
Hang out with us for a chill night of yummy snacks and awesome sights at S’mores and Sunsets! Meet up at the Central Park Shelter to roast some tasty s’mores by the fire while watching the amazing sunset. This event is perfect for families and people of all ages, and you don't need to sign up beforehand. Just come hungry for marshmallows and ready to enjoy nature! We can't wait to see you there for a cool and laid-back evening.

Omaha Film Festival
Mar 11-16  |  Aksarben Cinema
Come check out a bunch of awesome movies at this event! There will be documentaries, short films, and even some cool stories to watch. You can also meet the people who made the movies and ask them questions at special events. This event has been happening for 20 years and it's a favorite for a lot of people.

Angel's Envy Paired Dinner
Mar 13  |  6pm  |  Jewell on Capitol
Cost: $115
Want to try some super fancy whiskey with a cool distillery expert? We've got a special event just for you! You'll get to taste Angels Envy whiskey, enjoy a yummy four-course meal that goes perfectly with the drinks, and even get some bonus cocktails. But hurry, there's only a few spots available so make sure to let us know you're coming!

I MOM SO HARD
Mar 13  |  8PM  |  Orpheum Theater
Jen and Kristin, the awesome duo behind #IMOMSOHARD, are hitting the road for a spring tour with their new show: FLASHBACK! Get ready to crack up and maybe even laugh so hard you'll need to run to the bathroom. These two hilarious ladies are diving into all things about being a woman, a mom, and a friend. They've got some new topics to chat about, as well as some old ones with a fresh twist - like how to survive marriage, stay stylish, and handle those crazy tween-teen years. Even though they're getting older, they're only getting funnier (not bitter, let's keep it positive!). Join them for a night of rowdy, wild, and slightly naughty fun. Grab your girlfriends, or come solo, and don't forget to bring your husband (just make sure he sits up front for the best view). Get ready to laugh until your sides hurt!

Story Weaver
Mar 13  |  6-7:30pm  |  Hitchcock Nature Center
Cost: Free with membership or daily park permit ($5)
Do you love nature and storytelling? Then Story Weaver is the place for you! Whether you want to share a story, poem, or song about the natural world, or just listen to others, everyone is welcome. Musicians, poets, and thinkers alike can come together to celebrate the beauty of nature through storytelling. Join us for a fun and creative experience!

Family & Friends Stroll Through the Park
Mar 14  |  6:30pm  |  Central Park East (LaVista)
Cost: Free
Want to kick off Spring with a chill walk in Central Park? Come hang out with us for the Family & Friends Stroll Through the Park. We'll meet up by the playground at 6:15 p.m. and then head out for a nice, easy walk. The whole stroll is a little over a mile, but you can go at your own speed. You can even bring your stroller or your leashed pup along for the fun! It's a great way to enjoy the outdoors and bond with your friends and fam. Don't forget your water and comfy shoes. Can't wait to see you there!

The Official Lucky's St Patrick's Day Bar Crawl - Omaha
Mar 15  |  Starting at 4pm  |  Dubliner Pub
Cost: From $15
Get your friends together, put on your green clothes, and prepare for a day filled with green drinks, shamrocks, and awesome bar-hopping adventures. Let's make this St. Patrick's Day one to remember!

Time to Paddy 5k/10k and Lucky 13.1 Half Marathon
Mar 15  |  8am  |  Miller's Landing
Cost: $15
Get ready for the awesome Time to Paddy race! It's a St. Patrick's Day themed run that's super fun for everyone. You'll get cool stuff like a fancy shirt and medal, plus there's chip-timing, awards, free photos, and yummy food after the race. Bring your friends and family and join in on the fun! Don't miss out on this awesome event! 

Celtic Journey
Mar 15-16  |  7:30pm Saturday & 2pm Sunday  |  Holland Center
Cost: From $20
Want to experience a taste of Ireland right here in town? Well, you're in luck! This March, the symphony orchestra is teaming up with Irish musicians, dancers, and storytellers to bring you an amazing show that will transport you straight to the Emerald Isle. Get ready to tap your feet to traditional Irish tunes, watch mesmerizing dance performances, and listen to captivating stories that will make you feel like you're actually in Ireland. It's a family-friendly event that will leave you feeling like you've just taken a mini vacation to the beautiful country of Ireland. Don't miss out on this unique and exciting opportunity!

Omaha Princess Day
Mar 16  |  10am, 12pm & 2:30pm  |   Omaha Marriott in Regency
Cost: $24 – $27
Once upon a time, the princesses are throwing a super fun party just for you! Come hang out with them and enjoy stories, songs, dancing, crafts, and taking pictures. You can make wishes, march in the princess parade, and even get their autographs! All the princesses are excited to meet you and have a blast together!

BPS Lied Activity Center Spring Craft Fair 2025
Mar 15  |  9am-3pm  |  Lied Activity Center (Bellevue)
The Lied Activity Center is throwing our 16th craft fair for all of Bellevue to enjoy. It's become super popular and is now one of the biggest fairs in Sarpy County. Come check out all the cool crafts and goodies!

Family & Friends Bingo
Mar 21  |  6:30-7:30pm  |  La Vista Community Center
Come hang out with your family and friends at the Community Center for a fun game of Bingo! See who can yell BINGO first and win a cool prize. Everyone is welcome, so come on down and have a great time for free!

St. Patrick’s Brawl 2025
Mar 22  |  6 PM  |  Nebraska Brewing Company
Cost: $15
Get ready for the ultimate battle at St. Patrick's Brawl 2025, brought to you by the Omaha Hell Hounds and the American Medieval Combat Federation! This year, they're going all out with SIX teams competing in a round robin melee tournament. And the best part? A portion of ticket sales will be donated to a local charity in Omaha. Thank you for your support in making this event possible!

Forever Young Film Series: Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron
Mar 23-30  |  10am Saturday & Sunday  |  Dundee Theater
Cost: $5 Tickets for All Ages
Want to have a blast with your family this weekend? Come hang out with Film Streams at the Dundee Theater for the Forever Young series! It's happening every Saturday and Sunday at 10 AM. Whether you're a kid or just feel like one, this series has awesome movies that everyone will love. You can watch old classics and new favorites that will warm your heart. Plus, guess what? Tickets are only $5 for everyone! So, grab your family and come make some awesome memories together!

Unlock Midtown
Mar 28-30  |  11am-5pm  |  Midtown Crossing at Turner Park
Cost: Free
This weekend, Unlock Midtown is hosting a super cool event where you can become a detective and solve puzzles at different stores in Midtown Crossing. Your job is to figure out all the clues and puzzles at each store. To get started, grab a guide at Spielbound. If you solve them all, you could win an awesome prize package from Midtown Crossing!