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Family-friendly events happening soon around the Omaha metro.

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Father & Son Retreat — King of Kings Church
Free

Fri, Oct 9

Father & Son Retreat — King of Kings Church

Camp Carol Joy Holling (Springs Cabins)
Fri 6:30 PM – Sat 3:00 PM

$60 per father/son pair

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If These Bricks Could Talk — Downtown History Walking Tour
Kids

Sat, Oct 10

If These Bricks Could Talk — Downtown History Walking Tour

The Durham Museum
Saturdays 9:00 AM on select dates (see description)

$20 members / $26 non-members

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Choo-Choo Chicanery — Popcorn Productions at Mahoney State Park
Kids

Sat, Oct 10

Choo-Choo Chicanery — Popcorn Productions at Mahoney State Park

Denman and Mary Mallory Kountze Memorial Theatre, Eugene T. Mahoney State Park
Weekend performances; see schedule for showtimes

$10 (park entry permit required)

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Fall 2026 Craft Fair — Lied Activity Center
Kids

Sat, Oct 10

Fall 2026 Craft Fair — Lied Activity Center

BPS Lied Activity Center
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

$5 admission

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Fall Kite Festival — La Vista Sports Complex
Outdoor

Sun, Oct 11

Fall Kite Festival — La Vista Sports Complex

La Vista Sports Complex
11:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Free

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Lee G. Simmons Wildlife Safari Park — Drive-Through Adventure
Outdoor

Thu, Oct 15

Lee G. Simmons Wildlife Safari Park — Drive-Through Adventure

Lee G. Simmons Wildlife Safari Park
Open daily in season (spring through October) — see site for hours

Tickets required

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Pitch Pizzeria
Date Night

Pitch Pizzeria

$$

Italian / Pizza · Dundee

Artisan thin-crust pizzas with local ingredients in a warm, sophisticated setting. Perfect for families and date nights alike.

5021 Underwood Ave, Omaha, NE 68132
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