Spring is here! It’s time to get out and enjoy all that Omaha has to offer. There is so much going on this month, you don’t want to miss any of it. From the Half Marathon in Papillion to the Spring Plant Sales, there’s something for everyone this May in Omaha.
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Events in Omaha this May
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The Nerd Roast: Star Wars Comedy Show
When: May 4th, 2017
Where: The Backline
1618 Harney Street
Omaha, NE
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The Nerd Roast is a specialty stand up show that features some of the area’s most talented comedians and improvisers performing as characters from pop culture, history, sports, and more in a battle of insults.Â
Everyone will be in character and roasting as that figure, because when nothing’s personal you get no holds barred entertainment! You may see your favorite children’s story book characters letting off profanity laced rants against one another, or long gone historical figures meeting for the first time to air their grievances. Each month will feature and new group of characters for some fresh new insults in all out verbal assaults on each other!Â
No living, dead, or fictional personality is safe!
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When: May 5th, 2017
Where: South 24th Street Murals
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The Cinco de Mayo parade is one of the largest and best in the Midwest. This awe inspiring parade marches down historic South 24th street featuring incredible floats, marching bands, unique entertainers and several local companies and organizations that strive to give back to the community and celebrate their heritage. Huge crowds take to the streets to cheer the parade on, all the way down 24th street. Join us and be a part of this monumental event!Â
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When: May 5th and 6th, 2017
Where: 28500 W Park Hwy
Lincoln, NE
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A passionate community of local wineries and their fans will come together to celebrate wine! Enjoy samples from local wineries, live music, food and artisan vendors.
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When: May 6th, 2017
Where: German-American Society
3717 S 120th St.
Omaha, NE
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Celebrate Spring with great food, great beer, beer poking, dancing in the ballroom, German folk dancers and singers, and more. Enjoy music by Sheelytown polka band Bobby Z’s Polka Joy. See the 40 foot Maibaum too!
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The Renaissance Festival of Nebraska
When: May 6th – 14th, 2017
Where: Bellevue Berry & Pumpkin Ranch
11001 S 48th Street
Papillion, NE
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A day at a Renaissance Festival wouldn’t be complete without giant turkey legs, funnel cakes, homemade root beer and a large array of other festival foods. There’s also a selection of adult beverages and, new this year, an assortment of Nebraska wines. In addition, a Renaissance festival is one of the few places that the general public may shop at an artisan merchant bazaar. The Renaissance Festival of Nebraska will boast a wonderful variety of leather, metal, glass, and wood craftsmen, along with jewelry makers, potters, blacksmiths, period clothiers, and fantasy artists, all of whom will have their wares on display for sale during these first two weekends in May.
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Vintage Market Day of Omaha
When: May 12th, 2017
Where: 508 Skyline Road
Elkhorn, NE
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Vintage Market Days® is an upscale vintage-inspired indoor market featuring original art, antiques, clothing, jewelry, handmade treasures, home décor, outdoor furnishings, consumable yummies, seasonal plantings and a little more. Ticket valid for re-entry all weekend.
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Where: Lauritzen Gardens
100 Bancroft Street
Omaha, NE
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Discover new ideas for your garden at the Spring into Spring Plant Sale. This event is a unique opportunity to shop from a hand-picked selection of plants from area garden clubs and Lauritzen Gardens.
• Thousands of plants for sale- annuals, perennials, herbs, tropicals, ornamental grasses, succulents and more.
• Plant experts on-site to answer questions and provide suggestions
• Learn about area garden clubs and horticultural organizations and shop from their unique selection of offeringsÂ
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2017 Women’s Expo
When: May 20th, 2017
Where: 2202 River Road
Council Bluffs, IA
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Fun and shopping come together at the 2017 Women’s Expoâ„¢.  Located in the finest venues throughout the US. Whether you’re a person who enjoys Networking, Laughing, Competing, Shopping, Eating, Drinking, Playing – or all of the above – 2017 Women’s Expo™ offers a variety of fun activities for everyone—Guaranteed!Â
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Papillion Half Marathon
When: May 21st, 2017
Where: Walnut Creek Lake and Recreation Area
Hwy 370 near 96th Street
Papillion, NE
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The 10th Annual Papillion Half Marathon will begin at 7:30 am with the 10K and 5K Fun/Walk to begin shortly after. Start and Finish will be at Papillion-La Vista South Stadium (10799 HWY 370). During the races, activities will be held inside the stadium which will include: DJ and Music, Bounce Houses for Kids, Food and Service Vendors and much more! Stick around and enjoy the day and watch the awards ceremony at the end of the races.
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