Lost Egypt: Ancient Secrets, Modern Science at the Durham Museum
When: Every day except Monday, May 23 – September 6, 2015
Where: The Durham Museum
801 South 10th Street, Omaha, NE 68108
Tickets: $6-$9

http://www.durhammuseum.org/experience/exhibits/temporary/exhibit-details.aspx?ID=317

Unearth the mysteries of ancient Egypt as The Durham Museum presents Lost Egypt: Ancient Secrets, Modern Science. Using hands-on challenges, authentic artifacts and guidance from archaeologists, Lost Egypt shows how modern science and technology can reveal the mysteries of Egypt, its culture and its people. Discover a real human mummy and animal mummies, as well as scans, forensic facial reconstruction and – for the first time ever – three life-size rapid prototypes, displaying the mummy in various stages of “unwrapping.” Explore a re-creation of an Egyptian tomb and authentic art and artifacts from the daily life and funerary culture of ancient Egypt.

 

The Renaissance Festival of Nebraska
When: May 9th and 10th
11am – 6pm
Where: Bellevue Berry and Pumpkin Ranch
11001 South 48th Street, Papillion, NE 68133
Tickets: Children $7, Adults $12

http://bellevueberryfarm.com/

Grab a turkey leg and step back in time when royalty ruled and knights really were in shining armor! Dozens of costumed characters and many more one-of-a-kind artisans await you in this magical adventure at the 2015 Renaissance Festival of Nebraska.

The Renaissance Festival is an art and amusement event with a good dose of history. It combines outdoor circus-style entertainment, interactive fun, skilled artists, and colorful characters all set in the recreation of a historical European village.

 

Walking Tour: “The Deuce” North 24th Street
When: Every third Friday of the month until October 16th, 2015
5pm – 6:30
Where: Dreamland Park
24th & Lizzie Robinson Streets, Omaha, NE
Tickets: $10 per person or $15 for a couple

http://north24thomahatour.com/

Experience Omaha! Join us for an 8-block guided walk through an African American historic district. We’ll note architecture, the arts, ethnic culture, local business, and the past/present the third Friday of every month through October 16.

 

Omaha Farmers Market: Old Market
When: Every Saturday through October 17th, 2015
8am-12:30pm
Where: Old Market
Harney to Jackson Sts and 10th to 13th Sts, Omaha, NE 68108

http://www.omahafarmersmarket.org/

Celebrate the 22nd season of making locally grown foods accessible. Shop fresh produce, unique products, baked goods, meats and cheeses, and more from 100+ vendors.

 

Big Omaha
When: May 06, 2015 to May 08, 2015 (Recurring daily)
Where: Kaneko
1111 Jones Street, Omaha, NE 68102
Tickets: $399 by March 20, $499 by April 17, $599 by May 6

http://bigomaha.co/

Named a “Conference Entrepreneurs Should Attend” in 2014 by Forbes, Big Omaha brings together entrepreneurs. Speakers include former MySpace CEO, founder of MikesLessons, and CEOs of Assist and InVenture.

The inaugural event brought together 400-plus entrepreneurs, innovators and creatives to hear almost a dozen nationally-recognized speakers of the like. The goal of the event was simple: inspire attendees to follow their passions, build the businesses they love and strengthen their creative communities.

 

Children’s Parade
When: May 23, 2015
9am – 10am
Where: Omaha Children’s Museum
500 South 20th Street, Omaha, NE 68102
Tickets: Children under 2 and members are free, seniors $8, everyone else $9

http://www.ocm.org/

Kick off summer and the opening of LEGO: Travel Adventure! Dress in costume or come as you are, decorate a float, and more.

 

Fairytale Land
When: Daily May 23, 2015 to August 09, 2015
9am – 10am
Where: Omaha Children’s Museum
500 South 20th Street, Omaha, NE 68102
Tickets: Children under 2 and members are free, seniors $8, everyone else $9

http://www.ocm.org/

The museum princesses are back in an enchanting exhibit! Enjoy sing-alongs, dancing knights, and acting out old fairytales in this wonderful world where books and stories come to life.

 

Memorial Day Run
When: May 25, 2015
8:00am
Where: Boys Town Campus
122 Heroes Boulevard, (on the Boys Town campus), Boys Town, NE 68010
Tickets: $20 – May 14th, $25 May 15th – 21st, $25 (and no T-shirt) after May 21st

http://www.memorialdayrun.com/

The Memorial Day Run has become a community staple. Stay and enjoy music, food, face painting, clowns, karate and dance demonstrations, children’s stretching activities, awards and more!

 

18th Annual Taste of Omaha
When: Daily May 29, 2015 to May 31, 2015
Fri & Sat: 11am-11pm, Sun: 11am-8pm
Where: Taste of Omaha
800 Douglas St, Omaha, NE 68106

http://www.showofficeonline.com/TASTEHOMEPAGE.html

Omaha’s largest outdoor festival on the riverfront showcases over 50 area restaurants with exciting national live entertainment and activities on five different stages. Eat, watch cooking demos, browse displays, and enjoy music, amusement rides, and much more!

 

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey®: Circus Xtreme
When: May 29, 2015 to May 31, 2015
Friday 7pm, Saturday 11am/3pm/7pm, Sunday 1pm
Where: CenturyLink Center Omaha
455 n. 10TH Street, Omaha, NE 68102
Tickets: $16.50, $27, $42, $52

http://www.ticketmaster.com/artist/2040512?list_view=1&tm_link=tm_changeloc_go

It’s time for your family to be amazed by all the x-traordinary things you know and love about America’s favorite live family entertainment experience!

 

Sounds of Summer Concert Series
When: Every Friday May 29, 2015 to August 21, 2015
6pm-8:30pm\
Where: Shadow Lake Towne Center
7775 Olson Dr, Papillion, NE 68046

http://shadowlakeshopping.com/

Live bands include a mix of jazz, blues, classic rock, country, and funk. Various merchant prizes, free face painting, balloon art and other giveaways for kids. Outdoor seating is available.

 

8th Annual Midlands Pirate Festival
When: Daily May 30, 2015 to May 31, 2015
11am – 6pm
Where: Miller’s Landing
151 Freedom Park Rd., Omaha, NE 68102
Tickets: $10 Adults, $5 Children

http://midlandspiratefest.com/piratefest/home.html

Enjoy food and drinks (including a tiki bar), an artisan crafter’s thieves market, 100 costumed characters, two history demonstration areas, and two large boats. Family fun awaits ye!

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