Events in Omaha this August

Published on August 1, 2018
4 min read

This month in Omaha it’s all about the food and festivals. Summer is coming to an end and that means getting the kids ready for back to school, National Night Out, Labor Day celebrations and of course the Nebraska State Fair. If you’re looking for events in Omaha this August, be sure to check out all of the fun, family friendly festivities taking place. Be sure to get out and enjoy what’s left of the warm weather.

Events in Omaha this August

New American Arts Festival
When: August 3^rd, 2018
Where: Military Avenue and Maple Street
Omaha, NE

Join us in highlighting the performance and visual arts of Omaha’s refugee and immigrant communities. Enjoy workshops, live music and dance performances, visual art collaborations in local galleries, and a street artist market.

This event seeks to highlight the performance and visual arts of Omaha’s refugee and immigrant communities. There will be workshops, live music and dance performances, visual art collaborations in local galleries, and a street artist market!

This event is completely free and will be family friendly. Gallery Spaces are on Maple St. Stage and street galleries are on Military Ave.

Beer and Bacon Festival
When: August 4^th, 2018
Where: The Old Mattress Factory Bar and Grill
501 N 13^thStreet
Omaha, NE

Is that the faint smell of sizzling bacon and a hoppy IPA we smell? The Sixth Annual Omaha Beer and Bacon Festival will continue a tradition of tasty bites and refreshing brews for a good cause, this year The Micah House, as the festival returns to the The Old Mattress Factory Omaha on Saturday, August 4th. Gates open for VIPs at 5 p.m. and general admission starts at 6.

The festival, organized by the Omaha Jaycees in cooperation with the Old Mattress Factory, will feature a food competition culminating in prizes and a trip to the World Food Championships in Gulf Shores, Alabama for the best bacon-themed category. Patrons will receive samples of delicious dishes alongside tastings of hand-crafted beer from various local and regional breweries.

Maha Music Festival
When: August 16^th– 18^th, 2018
Where: Aksarben Village
67^thand Center Streets
Omaha, NE

Mark your calendars for the 10th annual Maha Music Festival! NEW this year: Maha will include the Big Omaha conference, so expect a mix of music, arts, business and culture at this new and improved three-day event.

Since our first festival in 2009, we’ve been pushing beyond the traditional music festival, attracting fans from all over the country, while celebrating the local community—the people, the stuff they create and build, and the causes they champion. This year, our 10th anniversary, is all that and then some.

Worldfest
When: August 19^th– 26^th, 2018
Where: Omaha Children’s Museum
500 S. 20^thStreet
Omaha, NE

Learn about other cultures through music, food and crafts during Worldfest. On August 19, visit Braunschweig, Germany; Siauliai, Lithuania; and Yantai, China. On August 26, visit Naas, Ireland; Xalapa, Mexico; and Shizauka, Japan.

Midwest Pirate Fest
When: August 25^th, 2018
Where: Bellevue Berry & Pumpkin Ranch
11001 S. 48^thStreet
Papillion, NE

It’s the annual MIDWEST PIRATE FEST, complete with stranded pirate ship and Pirate’s Pub tavern. Spend time in the Pirate’s Port, the Enchanted Forest and the sea-side towne. Bounce about a bit in the inflated pirate boat, or feel the wind in yer face on the Heave-Ho pirate ship swing! There’s more to do than ever before with multiple live stage performances, hands-on games, free make & take activities, daily children’s treasure hunts and learning demonstrations for the whole family! Our artisan exhibits, festival marketplace, and great carnivale foods will make a well-rounded nautical adventure for everyone attending.

Hutchfest 2018
When: August 26^th, 2018
Where: 11^thand Nicholas Streets
Omaha, NE

Join us for 2018 HutchFEST Sunday Funday in the ‘New North Makerhood’ in North Downtown Omaha showcasing over 250 handmade artisans from all across the Midwest. Enjoy local music performances by MAHA, and stuff yourself with brunch-primed food trucks, bar stations (local beer, gourmet bloody mary’s, mimosas, etc), over-sized lawn games & more!

Nebraska State Fair
When: August 24^th– September 3^rd, 2018
Where: Fonner Park Road
Grand Island, NE

Before there was a state, there was a fair. The first Nebraska State Fair took place in Nebraska City in 1868, but over the course of the next 41 years the fair would move between the host cities of Nebraska City, Brownville, Lincoln and Omaha. It wasn’t until 1901 that the Nebraska Legislature selected the Lancaster County Fairgrounds (Lincoln) as the permanent site for the annual fair, where it would remain until 2009.

The Nebraska State Fair has grown a lot since 1868 and to this day continues to showcase the people, talent and products of Nebraska. It also continues to be a time where we can celebrate Nebraska’s Pride. With a history older than the state itself, the Nebraska State Fair combines tradition with innovation to produce not only an educational but entertainment-filled event for the entire family.

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Denny Van Moorleghem

Denny started as a trim carpenter in 1969 and worked his way up through the Regency Homes operation as a Draftsman/Designer, Superintendent, Customer Service Representative, Estimator, Project Manager, General Manager and now serves as the President. He is the Designated Real Estate Broker for the company. He is active in the Metropolitan Omaha Homebuilders Association as well as the State of Nebraska Homebuilders Association and the National Association of Homebuilders. He has been voted Omaha Builder of the Year, State of Nebraska Builder of the Year, Developer of the Year and Best Marketing Director.