March is here and with it comes many fun and exciting events throughout Omaha. There’s never a shortage of things to do in Omaha, so if you have some spare time this month be sure to check out one of these great events listed below! No matter what you’re interests, you’re sure to find something to entertain.
Snowville
When: March 3, 2016 to April 10, 2016
Where: Omaha Children’s Museum, 500 S 20th St Omaha, NE 68102
Make every day a snow day in our upcoming seasonal exhibit, Snowville. Scale Mount Everest and venture through an ice cave, play ice hockey, build an igloo and have your own snowball fight with the snowball launcher. Enjoy all the fun of winter without the cold! Snowville is free with regular museum admission or membership.
‘WATER’ Exhibit
When: March 3, 2016 to April 23, 2016
Where: Kaneko, 1111 Jones St Omaha, NE 68102
WATER explores issues impacting water quality and sustainability both within the midwestern region and globally. These concepts will be highlighted through the combination of scientific data and fine art.
First Friday Old Market
When: March 4, 2016
6:00pm – 9:00pm
Where: Old Market, Harney to Jackson Sts. and 10th to 13th Sts. Omaha, NE 68108
Stroll distinctive brick streets to live music, ride Ollie the Trolley for free between venues, and ignite your imagination with art.
First Annual Holistic Wellness & Spiritual Arts Expo
When: March 5, 2016 to March 6, 2016
10:00am – 5:00pm
Where: Sheraton Omaha Hotel, 655 N 108th Ave Omaha, NE 68154
Join us to learn more about the many services available to inspire the mind, body and spirit. There is something for everyone! We will also feature seminars by professionals from the Omaha area and beyond. Join us for a weekend of fun!
29th Annual Orchid Show and Sale
When: March 5, 2016 to March 6, 2016
10:00am – 4:00pm
Where: Lauritzen Gardens, 100 Bancroft St Omaha, NE 68108
View orchid displays from local to international vendors and growers and return home with a plant of your own; an array of orchids will be available for purchase.
11th Annual Omaha Film Festival
When: March 8, 2016 to March 13, 2016
Where: Village Pointe Shopping Center, 304 N. 174th St. Omaha, NE
Celebrate independent filmmaking with 90+ films (feature, short and documentary), panel discussions and more. Named one of 50 Film Festivals Worth the Entry Fee in 2015 by MovieMaker.
Chocolate and Pastries Bus Tour
When: March 10, 2016
10:30am – 1:30pm
Where: Omaha Culinary Tours, Multiple Locations Omaha
Travel in comfort! Enjoy an indulgent trip across the city and be introduced to some of Omaha’s most delicious and delightful locally-owned pastry shops, bakeries and chocolatiers.
An Evening with Jane Goodall
When: March 11, 2016
Starting: 8:00pm
Where: Holland Performing Arts Center, 1200 Douglas Omaha, NE 68102
The world-renowned ethologist and conservationist visits Omaha and takes audiences on a journey into the work of the Gombe chimpanzee.
Saving Places: 50 Years of Landmark Preservation Exhibition
When: March 12, 2016 to June 12, 2016
Tues: 10am-9pm/Wed-Sat: 10am-5pm/Sun: 1-5pm
Where: Durham Museum, 801 S 10th St Omaha, NE 68108
This exhibition celebrates 50 years of historic preservation successes. Omaha has a catalog of beautifully restored homes, businesses, and designated historic sites that the public frequents daily; this was not always the case.
Paint Your Pet
When: March 16, 2016
6:30 PM to 9:00 PM
Where: Village Canvas and Cabernet, 6457 Frances St, Suite 180 AkSarBen Village Omaha, NE 68106
Paint Your Pet Night is a great way to create an Omaha souvenir (and a gift for your four-legged friend). After you register, email a photo of your pet to: kathy@canvasandcab.com. Your canvas is pre-sketched, so when you arrive the artist will walk you through the process of painting.
Omaha Fashion Week Methodist and Younkers Survivor Show
When: March 16, 2016
6:00 PM
Where: Omaha Design Center, 1502 Cuming St Omaha, NE 68102
Celebrate the triumph over cancer as 80 survivors take over the runway wearing looks from local boutiques! Enjoy the Borsheims Red Carpet Experience, shop at the Pre-Party and get treated like a VIP in the Peroni VIP Lounge. Doors open at 6 p.m. Show at 8 p.m.
Spring Fling
When: March 19, 2016 to March 20, 2016
Sat: 9am-5pm/Sun: 1-5pm
Where: Omaha Children’s Museum, 500 S 20th St Omaha, NE 68102
Spring is almost here! Join us as we celebrate the start of warmer weather. Make your own seed planter, pinwheel and sun catcher, and join us for a weekend of bubble painting!
National Geographic LIVE’s On the Trail of Big Cats
When: March 22, 2016
7:30pm
Where: Holland Performing Arts Center, 1200 Douglas Omaha, NE 68102
Spend an evening daringly close to tigers, snow leopards, jaguars, and cougars through the unforgettable stories and images of Steve Winter. a determined explorer who ventures far and wide to come face-to-face with his subjects.
