Events in Omaha this December

The holidays are almost here. There are so many great family friendly events in Omaha this December it’s hard to choose which to attend. Why not all of them? From the Holiday Poinsettia Show to the Holiday Light Festival, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this holiday season.

Events in Omaha this December 2016

Christmas at Union Station

When: December 5^th – January 1^st. 2017

Where: Durham Museum

801 S. 10^th St.

Omaha, NE

It’s the most wonderful time of the year at The Durham Museum! Christmas at Union Station is back for another season of festive fun, from the forty-foot-tall twinkling tree to holidays around the globe to Santa himself. Visit website for schedule of events.

Christmas at Union Station Ethnic Holiday Trees

When: December 5^th – January 8th. 2017

Where: Durham Museum

801 S. 10^th St.

Omaha, NE 

Come celebrate one of the region’s most cherished traditions, Christmas at Union Station! The holidays are always a magical time at The Durham Museum. From the area’s largest indoor Christmas tree, holiday concerts and Santa himself, you won’t want to miss all of the festive family fun.    

Holiday Poinsettia Show

When: December 5^th – January 4th. 2017

Where: Lauritzen Gardens

100 Bancroft St.

Omaha, NE

Thousands of poinsettias bursting with rich, vibrant color are a glowing tribute to the holidays, with a 20-foot-tall poinsettia tree as its centerpiece surrounded by a cascade of twinkling white lights, glittering ornaments and the whir and whistle of model garden trains. 

Santa’s Magic

When: Now through December 23^rd, 2016

Where: Omaha Children’s Museum

500 S. 20^th St.

Omaha, NE 

Santa’s Magic is an enchanting winter wonderland populated by friendly characters like the Snow Queen, Holly the Elf, and, of course, Santa. An interactive program is held several times daily and includes lights, music and Santa’s magical arrival. It even snows indoors! It’s truly a memorable experience for each boy and girl, especially when Santa calls each child over by name to hear his or her wishes.  

Holiday Lights Festival

When: Now through January 2nd. 2017

Where: 14^th and Farnam Streets

Omaha, NE

See downtown dazzle! The Gene Leahy Mall will be aglow with hundreds of thousands of beautiful white lights. The crown jewel of the Holiday Lights Festival  is located along Gene Leahy Mall on Douglas and Farnam Streets between 10th and 13th Streets. 

A Christmas Carol at Omaha Community Playhouse

When: December 7^th – 23^rd, 2016

Where: Omaha Community Playhouse

6915 Cass St.

Omaha, NE

It just isn’t Christmas without A Christmas Carol. Experience Omaha’s favorite holiday tradition as Ebenezer Scrooge takes us on a life-changing journey filled with beautiful costumes, exquisite music, perfectly crafted sets and special effects second to none. Perfect for the whole family!

 

 

Holiday Lights Spectacular

When: December 8^th – January 1^st. 2017

Where: Midtown Crossing

31^st – 33^rd and Farnam-Dodge streets

Omaha, NE

 

Midtown Crossing and the Holiday Lights Spectacular are proud to be partnering with three impactful nonprofits to raise money and awareness. Children representing each organization will “flip the switch” to start the shows during that nonprofits’ featured week – and donations will be collected at Midtown Crossing retailers.

 

 

Omaha Symphony Christmas Celebration

When: December 10^th – 18^th, 2016

Where: Holland Performing Arts Center

1200 Douglas St.

Omaha, NE

 

Celebrate the magic, romance, and joy of the season as Broadway stars add to the lush sounds of the Omaha Symphony. A singing and dancing tradition for the whole family!