Christmas Events for Kids in Omaha (2026)

Christmas Events for Kids
Written by Kelsey Cecil

13 min read

The Omaha area has 13 Christmas events for kids we could confirm for the 2026 season, from Bright Nights in Omaha on November 27 to Noon Year's Eve in Omaha, on December 31. 4 of them are free, and every listing links straight to the host. It is one stop on our guide to Christmas events for kids in Nebraska, part of our guide for every state.

The short version

  • 13 kids’ Christmas events confirmed in Omaha for 2026, in Omaha, Council Bluffs, Elkhorn and La Vista
  • First: Bright Nights, Omaha, November 27. Runs latest: Bright Nights, Omaha, through January 3
  • Free: Holiday Greenscreen Photos, Winter Wonderland, Winter Wonderland and Winter Wonderland
  • Checked on each host’s own page; each listing links straight to it
Watercolor illustration: Rally the corgi stands on a red train seat looking out at falling snow, a lit Christmas tree and a white dove. Text: Choo choo! The train starting could be heard. Hello cute white bird!
Rally watching the snow and a lit Christmas tree, from the pages of Rally Takes the Train.

Below is every event we could confirm, grouped by city, with the date, time, cost and the small things parents ask about (sign-ups, ages, what is included). Looking for a Santa train instead? Those are on our Nebraska Christmas train rides page.

Omaha Christmas events for kids at a glance

Kids’ Christmas events
13 confirmed for 2026
Cities
Omaha, Council Bluffs, Elkhorn and La Vista
Season
November 27, 2026 to January 3, 2027
Free events
4
Kinds of events
holiday story time, holiday show, holiday lights and tree lighting
Last checked

Plan your December

When each Omaha Christmas event for kids happens

The first is Bright Nights in Omaha on November 27; the last runs to December 31. Each bar spans an event’s dates, not every hour in them, so check the host’s page for times.

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Christmas events for kids in Omaha

9 confirmed events for kids in Omaha, soonest first.

Omaha: Bright Nights

Holiday lightsLauritzen Gardens · Omaha

Host
Lauritzen Gardens (opens in a new tab)
Where
Lauritzen Gardens, 100 Bancroft Street, Omaha, NE 68108
When
Fri November 27, Thu December 3, Thu December 10, Wed December 16, Sat December 26 and Sat January 2, 2026, 5 to 9 pm
Cost
Ages 3 to 12 $9 to $11, ages 13+ $18 to $22, under 3 free with reserved ticket
Ages
All ages
Sign-up
Required ahead of time
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

Bright Nights turns Lauritzen Gardens into an evening holiday walk. Families stroll through festive decorations in the floral display hall, the glowing Marjorie K. Daugherty Conservatory and colorful installations in Sofia's Play Garden. Kids can pose by the 20-foot poinsettia tree, watch model trains run along the tracks, get their faces painted and roast s'mores at the fire pits.

Santa visits every event night from November 27 through December 23, and the Grinch takes over from December 26 through January 3. Tickets are sold online only by date, with off-peak prices through December 13 and peak prices from December 16. Children 2 and under are free but still need a reserved ticket. Food and drinks are sold on site, and parking is free.

Parent tip: Buy tickets ahead on the garden's own site, since same-day tickets may sell out and cost $4 more at the door. Late arrivals are not guaranteed entry.

See dates and details from Lauritzen Gardens (opens in a new tab)

Omaha: Tree Lighting Ceremony

Tree lightingThe Durham Museum · Omaha

Host
The Durham Museum (opens in a new tab)
Where
The Durham Museum (historic Union Station), 801 S 10th St, Omaha, NE 68108
When
Friday, November 27, 2026, 4 to 8 pm
Cost
Price not listed; register on the museum site
Ages
All ages
Sign-up
Required ahead of time
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

Christmas at Union Station is one of Omaha's favorite holiday traditions, held inside the Durham Museum, the city's restored art deco train station. The 2026 season runs from November 27 through January 10 and kicks off with the Tree Lighting Ceremony on Friday, November 27 from 4 to 8 pm.

The museum's page asks families to register through its REGISTER link. The same page lists other family events for the season, including Family Nights with Santa on Tuesdays in December, a Holiday Cultural Festival on December 4, a holiday concert series, the return of the sock skating pond, and Noon Year's Eve on December 31. The museum is at 801 S 10th Street, and its phone number is 402-444-5071 for questions about tickets.

Parent tip: Register ahead on the museum's Christmas at Union Station page. Call 402-444-5071 with questions about pricing.

See dates and details from The Durham Museum (opens in a new tab)

Omaha: Family Nights with Santa (Christmas at Union Station)

Santa visitThe Durham Museum · Omaha

Host
The Durham Museum (opens in a new tab)
Where
The Durham Museum (historic Union Station), 801 South 10th Street, Omaha, NE 68108
When
Tue December 1, Tue December 8, Tue December 15 and Tue December 22, 2026
Cost
Check the host's page
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

Christmas at Union Station returns to the Durham Museum in Omaha on November 27, 2026, with a 40-foot tree in the station hall, holiday displays from around the world and Santa in his cabin. On Family Nights with Santa, held Tuesdays December 1, 8, 15 and 22, families can visit Santa's Cabin and share wish lists.

The season also includes a tree lighting on Friday, November 27, from 4 to 8 pm, a holiday cultural festival on December 4, a holiday concert series, a sock skating pond and a Noon Year's Eve on December 31. Check the museum's page for Family Night hours and pricing before you go.

Parent tip: Hours and pricing for Family Nights are posted on the museum's site; the sock skating pond opens November 27.

See dates and details from The Durham Museum (opens in a new tab)

Omaha: Holiday Cultural Festival

Holiday showThe Durham Museum · Omaha

Host
The Durham Museum (opens in a new tab)
Where
The Durham Museum, 801 S 10th Street, Omaha, NE 68108
When
Friday, December 4, 2026, 4 to 9 pm
Cost
Museum admission: $10 ages 3 to 12, $17 adults; free for members
Ages
All ages
Sign-up
Recommended
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

The Holiday Cultural Festival is one of the signature evenings of Christmas at Union Station at The Durham Museum. Local cultural organizations display their crafts and traditional dress, and musicians and dancers perform throughout the evening, giving kids a lively look at how families around the world celebrate this time of year.

The festival takes place under the museum's giant holiday tree in the former Union Station waiting room. Hard-to-find foods and gifts are available for purchase. The event is included with regular museum admission, which is $10 for children ages 3 to 12 and $17 for adults, and it is free for museum members. It is a good way to show kids that winter holidays look different in other cultures, and the rest of Christmas at Union Station, including the giant tree and the sock skating pond, is part of the same visit.

Parent tip: Register or buy tickets through the museum's ticket page ahead of time; members should sign in so the free member rate applies.

See dates and details from The Durham Museum (opens in a new tab)

Omaha: Storytime with The Rose Theater

Holiday story timeOmaha Public Library · Omaha

Host
Omaha Public Library (opens in a new tab)
Where
W. Clarke Swanson Branch, 9101 W Dodge Rd, Omaha, NE 68114
When
Saturday, December 5, 2026, 10:30 to 11:30 am
Cost
No fee listed (library program); no registration
Ages
All are welcome; caregivers must stay with children
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

Lil Rosies teaching artist Chloe Hug from The Rose Theater visits the W. Clarke Swanson Branch of Omaha Public Library to lead an interactive reading of Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer. Children and families enjoy the story, join in theater activities, and get excited for The Rose Theater's stage production of Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer.

The program runs from 10:30 to 11:30 am on Saturday, December 5, with singing, dancing and storytelling inspired by live theater. All are welcome and no registration is required. Parents and caregivers must stay with their children for the whole program and are encouraged to help younger children with the activities. The branch is wheelchair accessible, and accommodations can be requested five business days ahead. The branch phone number is 402-444-4852.

Parent tip: No registration needed, but caregivers must stay for the full hour and help little ones join in.

See dates and details from Omaha Public Library (opens in a new tab)

Omaha: KETV Family Festival: Holiday Lights

Holiday story timeOmaha Public Library · Omaha

Host
Omaha Public Library (opens in a new tab)
Where
Omaha Public Library Downtown Branch, 1401 Jones St, Omaha, NE 68102
When
Sunday, December 6, 2026, 11 am to 4 pm
Cost
No fee listed (library program); free book for each child under 10 while supplies last
Ages
Children and families, all ages
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

Omaha Public Library's Downtown Branch turns into a winter wonderland for the KETV Family Festival: Holiday Lights. Children and families are invited to celebrate the snowy season with winter-themed books, frosty crafts, games and sparkling fun for all ages during a drop-in afternoon at the library.

The festival runs from 11 am to 4 pm on Sunday, December 6, which gives families plenty of time to stop by around naps and lunch. Every child under the age of 10 receives their choice of a free book while supplies last. All Omaha Public Library locations are wheelchair accessible, and sign language interpretation or other accommodations can be requested at least five business days in advance. Questions can go to the Downtown Branch at 402-444-4828.

Parent tip: Come earlier in the day for the best choice of free books, since they are given while supplies last.

See dates and details from Omaha Public Library (opens in a new tab)

Omaha: Winter Wonderland

Holiday story timeFreeOmaha Public Library · Omaha

Host
Omaha Public Library (opens in a new tab)
Where
A.V. Sorensen Branch, 4808 Cass Street, Omaha, NE 68132
When
Thursday, December 10, 2026, 10 to 11:30 am
Cost
Free, no registration
Ages
Children and families, all ages
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

Winter Wonderland at the A.V. Sorensen Branch is a relaxed weekday morning program for children and families. Library staff share winter-themed stories, and kids can move on to frosty crafts and games once the reading is done.

The event runs from 10 to 11:30 am and is open to all ages, though the weekday timing makes it especially handy for preschoolers and homeschool families. No registration is required. Childcare groups and other groups larger than 10 are asked to call ahead. All Omaha Public Library locations are wheelchair accessible. Crafts go home with the kids, and the program is free. Omaha Public Library repeats Winter Wonderland at the Bess Johnson Elkhorn Branch on December 18 and the Willa Cather Branch on December 22, so families can choose whichever date and location works best.

Parent tip: Groups of more than 10 should call the branch in advance.

See dates and details from Omaha Public Library (opens in a new tab)

Omaha: Winter Wonderland

Holiday story timeFreeOmaha Public Library · Omaha

Host
Omaha Public Library (opens in a new tab)
Where
Willa Cather Branch, 1905 S 44th Street, Omaha, NE 68105
When
Tuesday, December 22, 2026, 10:30 am to noon
Cost
Free, no registration
Ages
Children and families, all ages
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

Right in the middle of winter break, the Willa Cather Branch hosts Winter Wonderland for children and families. Expect winter-themed stories read aloud, frosty crafts to make and take home, and games that keep little ones busy between activities.

The program runs from 10:30 am to noon and is open to all ages, so siblings of different ages can come together. No registration is needed. Omaha Public Library asks childcare groups and other groups larger than 10 to call ahead, and all of its locations are wheelchair accessible. The program is free, and children can take their crafts home. Omaha Public Library repeats Winter Wonderland at other branches in December, so if this date is full for your family, the Elkhorn and A.V. Sorensen sessions offer the same mix of stories and crafts on other days.

Parent tip: Groups of more than 10 should call the branch in advance.

See dates and details from Omaha Public Library (opens in a new tab)

Omaha: Noon Year's Eve

Holiday showThe Durham Museum · Omaha

Host
The Durham Museum (opens in a new tab)
Where
The Durham Museum (historic Union Station), 801 S 10th St, Omaha, NE 68108
When
Thursday, December 31, 2026, 10 am to 2 pm
Cost
Price not listed; register on the museum site
Ages
All ages
Sign-up
Required ahead of time
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

The Durham Museum wraps up its Christmas at Union Station season with Noon Year's Eve on Thursday, December 31 from 10 am to 2 pm. Families can enjoy live music, fun activities and crafts, all leading up to the big balloon drop at noon, so young children get a countdown without staying up late.

The museum's page asks families to register through the REGISTER link. Christmas at Union Station decorations remain up through January 10, so this is also a chance to see the museum's giant holiday tree and decorations during the school break. The museum is in Omaha's restored Union Station at 801 S 10th Street. Questions can go to the museum at 402-444-5071. The REGISTER link for this event is on the Christmas at Union Station page.

Parent tip: Register ahead on the museum's page, and arrive well before noon so the kids are settled for the balloon drop.

See dates and details from The Durham Museum (opens in a new tab)

Christmas events for kids in Council Bluffs

2 confirmed events for kids in Council Bluffs, soonest first.

Council Bluffs: Holiday Greenscreen Photos

Holiday eventFreeCouncil Bluffs Public Library · Council Bluffs

Host
Council Bluffs Public Library (opens in a new tab)
Where
Council Bluffs Public Library (Meeting Room D), 400 Willow Avenue, Council Bluffs, IA 51503 (near Omaha)
When
Sat November 28 (2:30 to 4 pm) and Mon December 7 (6 to 7:30 pm), 2026
Cost
Free photos, registration required
Ages
Family, everyone
Sign-up
Required ahead of time
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

Need a holiday card photo without booking a studio? The Council Bluffs Public Library sets up a green screen backdrop and takes free photos of families and friends. Library staff then use a photo editor to drop your picture into a wintery holiday background that you can send to relatives.

There are two sessions: Saturday, November 28 from 2:30 to 4 pm and Monday, December 7 from 6 to 7:30 pm, both in Meeting Room D. The program is listed for families and everyone, and registration is required for each session. Families can come as a group for a shared shot. The library is at 400 Willow Avenue in Council Bluffs, just across the river from Omaha, and the finished images come out ready to share with family or use on a holiday card.

Parent tip: Register for the session you want ahead of time; the December 7 session is held with the library's Makerspace team.

See dates and details from Council Bluffs Public Library (opens in a new tab)

Council Bluffs: Cinnamon Celebration!

Holiday craftsCouncil Bluffs Public Library · Council Bluffs

Host
Council Bluffs Public Library (opens in a new tab)
Where
Council Bluffs Public Library (Tree House), 400 Willow Avenue, Council Bluffs, IA 51503 (near Omaha)
When
Saturday, December 5, 2026, 10 to 11:30 am
Cost
Registration required; no cost listed
Ages
Kids
Sign-up
Required ahead of time
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

Cinnamon Celebration is a hands-on Saturday class for kids at the Council Bluffs Public Library. Children shape and decorate cinnamon dough ornaments, a classic holiday craft that smells as good as it looks, and then enjoy a cinnamon treat together.

The program meets in the library's Tree House children's area from 10 to 11:30 am. It is listed for the Kids age group, and registration is required, so sign up early. Parents do not need to stay in the room during the class, but they do need to remain in the library building. The library is at 400 Willow Avenue in downtown Council Bluffs, a short drive across the river from Omaha. The finished ornaments go home with the kids, so this class doubles as a chance to make a handmade gift for grandparents or teachers before the holidays.

Parent tip: Register ahead through the library calendar. Plan to stay in the building while your child is in class.

See dates and details from Council Bluffs Public Library (opens in a new tab)

Christmas events for kids in Elkhorn

1 confirmed event for kids in Elkhorn, soonest first.

Elkhorn: Winter Wonderland

Holiday story timeFreeOmaha Public Library · Elkhorn

Host
Omaha Public Library (opens in a new tab)
Where
Bess Johnson Elkhorn Branch, 2100 Reading Plaza, Elkhorn, NE 68022 (near Omaha)
When
Friday, December 18, 2026, 10:30 am to noon
Cost
Free, no registration
Ages
Children and families, all ages
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

Winter Wonderland invites children and families to celebrate the snowy season at the Bess Johnson Elkhorn Branch. The program mixes winter-themed stories with frosty crafts and games, so younger kids can listen, make something to take home and play in one visit.

The event runs from 10:30 am to noon and is open to all ages. No registration is required, which makes it easy to fit into a winter break morning. Omaha Public Library asks childcare groups and other groups larger than 10 to call ahead. All Omaha Public Library locations are wheelchair accessible. The Elkhorn branch sits in the west part of the metro, so this is a handy option for families in Elkhorn and west Omaha. Plan for about an hour and a half of stories, crafts and play, and let kids bring home whatever they make.

Parent tip: Groups of more than 10 should call the branch in advance.

See dates and details from Omaha Public Library (opens in a new tab)

Christmas events for kids in La Vista

1 confirmed event for kids in La Vista, soonest first.

La Vista: Santa's Sleigh Ride & Tree Lighting

Holiday paradeCity of La Vista · La Vista

Host
City of La Vista (opens in a new tab)
Where
Central Park (Santa's Workshop), 8305 Park View Blvd, La Vista, NE 68128 (near Omaha)
When
Sunday, November 29, 2026, 1 to 7 pm
Cost
No admission listed; free cookies and hot cocoa
Ages
All ages
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

This one-day celebration starts at 1 pm, when Santa rides his sleigh through La Vista neighborhoods. He visits areas west of 84th Street from about 1 to 3 pm and east of 84th Street from about 3 to 5 pm, and families can follow his route with an online Santa Tracker.

At 5 pm, Santa's Workshop opens at Central Park with free cookies, hot cocoa, glow items, caroling and live animals, plus lighted park decorations for photos. Santa arrives around 6 pm to light the city Christmas tree, lead a sing-along and pose for a community group selfie. The city notes there will not be individual Santa photos at this event. Both parts of the day are outdoors, so dress for the weather. Maps of the sleigh route are posted on the city's event page ahead of time, so you can figure out roughly when Santa will pass your street before heading to Central Park for the evening.

Parent tip: Be outside before Santa reaches your street, since the sleigh slows down when people are waiting. Use the Glympse app or browser tracker (search LaVistaSleighRide) to follow his route.

See dates and details from City of La Vista (opens in a new tab)

Looking further afield? Our Nebraska Christmas events for kids guide lists every confirmed event in the state. The national search sorts every event by distance from your town.

A story for the drive home

A morning with Santa or an evening of holiday stories tends to end the same way: tired kids, a long drive and one more book before bed. Our picture book follows Rally the corgi on his first train ride to see his grand-paw-rents, and every page is painted by hand. If your family is spending December missing someone, it was written for that too. For the car, print our free corgi and train coloring pages.

Rally Takes the Train book cover: a watercolor corgi peeking from a red train

A bedtime story after seeing SantaRally Takes the Train is a five-minute rhyming picture book about a corgi’s first train ride, hand-painted in real watercolor by Leslie Dunn. $16.99 on Amazon, ages 0 to 8.

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Omaha Christmas events for kids: questions parents ask

What Christmas events for kids are in Omaha in 2026?

We confirmed 13 Christmas events for kids in Omaha for 2026 on each host’s own page: Bright Nights in Omaha (November 27), Tree Lighting Ceremony in Omaha (November 27), Holiday Greenscreen Photos in Council Bluffs (November 28), Santa's Sleigh Ride & Tree Lighting in La Vista (November 29), Family Nights with Santa (Christmas at Union Station) in Omaha (December 1), Holiday Cultural Festival in Omaha (December 4), Cinnamon Celebration! in Council Bluffs (December 5), Storytime with The Rose Theater in Omaha (December 5), KETV Family Festival: Holiday Lights in Omaha (December 6), Winter Wonderland in Omaha (December 10), Winter Wonderland in Elkhorn (December 18), Winter Wonderland in Omaha (December 22) and Noon Year's Eve in Omaha (December 31). Every one is listed below with times, cost and a link to the host.

What Christmas events for kids are in Omaha, Nebraska?

For families in and around Omaha, the confirmed Christmas events for kids this season are: Bright Nights (Select nights Nov 27 to Jan 3, 5 to 9 pm, ages 3 to 12 $9 to $11, ages 13+ $18 to $22, under 3 free with reserved ticket); Tree Lighting Ceremony (Fri, Nov 27, 4 to 8 pm, price not listed; register on the museum site); Family Nights with Santa (Christmas at Union Station) (Tuesdays, Dec 1, 8, 15 and 22, see the host for cost); Holiday Cultural Festival (Fri, Dec 4, 4 to 9 pm, museum admission: $10 ages 3 to 12, $17 adults; free for members); Storytime with The Rose Theater (Sat, Dec 5, 10:30 to 11:30 am, no fee listed (library program); no registration); KETV Family Festival: Holiday Lights (Sun, Dec 6, 11 am to 4 pm, no fee listed (library program); free book for each child under 10 while supplies last); Winter Wonderland (Thu, Dec 10, 10 to 11:30 am, free, no registration); Winter Wonderland (Tue, Dec 22, 10:30 am to noon, free, no registration); Noon Year's Eve (Thu, Dec 31, 10 am to 2 pm, price not listed; register on the museum site). Details and the host’s link for each are in the Omaha section of this page.

What Christmas events for kids are in Council Bluffs, Nebraska?

For families in and around Council Bluffs, the confirmed Christmas events for kids this season are: Holiday Greenscreen Photos (Sat, Nov 28, 2:30 to 4 pm; Mon, Dec 7, 6 to 7:30 pm, free photos, registration required); Cinnamon Celebration! (Sat, Dec 5, 10 to 11:30 am, registration required; no cost listed). Details and the host’s link for each are in the Council Bluffs section of this page.

What Christmas events for kids are in Elkhorn, Nebraska?

For families in and around Elkhorn, the confirmed Christmas events for kids this season are: Winter Wonderland (Fri, Dec 18, 10:30 am to noon, free, no registration). Details and the host’s link for each are in the Elkhorn section of this page.

What Christmas events for kids are in La Vista, Nebraska?

For families in and around La Vista, the confirmed Christmas events for kids this season are: Santa's Sleigh Ride & Tree Lighting (Sun, Nov 29, sleigh ride 1 to 5 pm, tree lighting 5 to 7 pm, no admission listed; free cookies and hot cocoa). Details and the host’s link for each are in the La Vista section of this page.

Are there free Christmas events for kids in Omaha?

Yes. 4 of the 13 events here are free: Holiday Greenscreen Photos in Council Bluffs, Winter Wonderland in Omaha, Winter Wonderland in Elkhorn and Winter Wonderland in Omaha. Some free events still ask you to register, so check each listing.

Where can kids see Santa in Omaha this December?

Santa appears at Bright Nights in Omaha (November 27), Santa's Sleigh Ride & Tree Lighting in La Vista (November 29) and Family Nights with Santa (Christmas at Union Station) in Omaha (December 1). Times and booking rules are in each event’s listing above.

Where are there Christmas story times for kids in Omaha?

Holiday story times on this page: Storytime with The Rose Theater in Omaha, KETV Family Festival: Holiday Lights in Omaha, Winter Wonderland in Omaha, Winter Wonderland in Elkhorn and Winter Wonderland in Omaha. Library story times are usually free; story times with a meal or show are ticketed.

Are there kids' Christmas events in Omaha on Christmas Eve or after Christmas?

Yes: Bright Nights in Omaha (through January 3) and Noon Year's Eve in Omaha (through December 31).

How much is Bright Nights in Omaha?

Ages 3 to 12 $9 to $11, ages 13+ $18 to $22, under 3 free with reserved ticket. Bright Nights is on Fri November 27, Thu December 3, Thu December 10, Wed December 16, Sat December 26 and Sat January 2, 2026, 5 to 9 pm at Lauritzen Gardens. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Tree Lighting Ceremony in Omaha?

Price not listed; register on the museum site. Tree Lighting Ceremony is on Friday, November 27, 2026, 4 to 8 pm at The Durham Museum (historic Union Station). Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Holiday Greenscreen Photos in Council Bluffs?

Free photos, registration required. Holiday Greenscreen Photos is on Sat November 28 (2:30 to 4 pm) and Mon December 7 (6 to 7:30 pm), 2026 at Council Bluffs Public Library (Meeting Room D). Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Santa's Sleigh Ride & Tree Lighting in La Vista?

No admission listed; free cookies and hot cocoa. Santa's Sleigh Ride & Tree Lighting is on Sunday, November 29, 2026, 1 to 7 pm at Central Park (Santa's Workshop). Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

When is Family Nights with Santa (Christmas at Union Station) in Omaha in 2026?

Tue December 1, Tue December 8, Tue December 15 and Tue December 22, 2026, at The Durham Museum (historic Union Station). The host has not posted a price on its page, so check there before you go.

How much is Holiday Cultural Festival in Omaha?

Museum admission: $10 ages 3 to 12, $17 adults; free for members. Holiday Cultural Festival is on Friday, December 4, 2026, 4 to 9 pm at The Durham Museum. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Cinnamon Celebration! in Council Bluffs?

Registration required; no cost listed. Cinnamon Celebration! is on Saturday, December 5, 2026, 10 to 11:30 am at Council Bluffs Public Library (Tree House). Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Storytime with The Rose Theater in Omaha?

No fee listed (library program); no registration. Storytime with The Rose Theater is on Saturday, December 5, 2026, 10:30 to 11:30 am at W. Clarke Swanson Branch. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is KETV Family Festival: Holiday Lights in Omaha?

No fee listed (library program); free book for each child under 10 while supplies last. KETV Family Festival: Holiday Lights is on Sunday, December 6, 2026, 11 am to 4 pm at Omaha Public Library Downtown Branch. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Winter Wonderland in Omaha?

Free, no registration. Winter Wonderland is on Thursday, December 10, 2026, 10 to 11:30 am at A.V. Sorensen Branch. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Winter Wonderland in Elkhorn?

Free, no registration. Winter Wonderland is on Friday, December 18, 2026, 10:30 am to noon at Bess Johnson Elkhorn Branch. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Winter Wonderland in Omaha?

Free, no registration. Winter Wonderland is on Tuesday, December 22, 2026, 10:30 am to noon at Willa Cather Branch. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Noon Year's Eve in Omaha?

Price not listed; register on the museum site. Noon Year's Eve is on Thursday, December 31, 2026, 10 am to 2 pm at The Durham Museum (historic Union Station). Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

Are there Christmas train rides for kids in Omaha?

Yes, but they have their own guide. Santa trains and holiday train rides are listed in our Omaha Christmas train rides guide, so this page sticks to story times, Santa visits and other events off the rails.

How do you confirm these events?

We list an event only after we find this season’s date on the host’s own website or an official city or tourism calendar. We last checked every listing on November 2, 2026. Hosts change details, so always confirm on the host’s page before you go.

Event names belong to their hosts. Rally Takes the Train is a family picture book and is not affiliated with, sponsored by or endorsed by any host listed here. Confirm dates, times and prices on each host’s own site before you go.

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