Lauritzen Gardens

Spice up your spooky season with hauntingly beautiful handmade florals. In this beginner-friendly workshop, you'll learn how to create a one-of-a-kind vignette using unique foliage, seasonal flowers, and decorative accessories. Come pick up basic botanical design techniques while arranging materials into a festive display. All materials are provided.
Workshop fee: $75 | Garden members receive 20% off
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Local Event: Botanical Design: Spooky Vignette

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Botanical Design: Spooky Vignette

Spice up your spooky season with hauntingly beautiful handmade florals. In this beginner-friendly workshop, you'll learn how to...

Centris Federal Credit Union

This fall, we’re hosting four community workshops across the metro. Each one is a chance to help plant what’s next for Lauritzen Gardens.&nbsp;
You’ll get to meet Lauritzen Gardens’ leadership and staff, weigh in on the guest experience, and share your ideas for spaces, events, and education programs.&nbsp;
Please join us on Monday, October 26 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Centris Federal Credit Union (13120 Pierce Street, Omaha)&nbsp;
The workshop will run from 6 to 8 p.m. There will be a short presentation about the planning process and then attendees can circulate to different stations (leadership, education, guest experience, buildings, etc). If you can’t make it right at 6 p.m., you are still welcome! Feel free to come by any time before 8 p.m. and share your thoughts. RSVP at https://lauritzengardensworkshop1.eventbrite.com Can’t make this date? Other workshops will be held on:
- Tuesday, October 27, 6 to 8 p.m., Omaha Kroc Center (2825 Y St, Omaha)&nbsp; - Wednesday, October 28, 6 to 8 p.m., Learning Community Center of North Omaha (1612 N 24th St, Omaha)&nbsp; - Thursday, October 29, 6 to 8 p.m., Council Bluffs Public Library (400 Willow Ave, Council Bluffs)&nbsp;
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Local Event: Community Workshop at Centris Federal Credit Union

Community Workshop at Centris Federal Credit Union

This fall, we’re hosting four community workshops across the metro. Each one is a chance to help plant what’s next for...

Omaha Kroc Center 2825 Y Street Omaha, NE 68107

This fall, we’re hosting four community workshops across the metro. Each one is a chance to help plant what’s next for Lauritzen Gardens.
You’ll get to meet Lauritzen Gardens’ leadership and staff, weigh in on the guest experience, and share ideas for spaces, events, and education programs.
Please join us on Tuesday, October 27 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Omaha Kroc Center (2825 Y Street, Omaha)
The workshop will run from 6 to 8 p.m. There will be a short presentation about the planning process and then attendees can circulate to different stations (leadership, education, guest experience, buildings, etc). If you can’t make it right at 6 p.m., you are still welcome! Feel free to come by any time before 8 p.m. and share your thoughts.
RSVP at <a href="https://lauritzengardensworkshop2.eventbrite.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">lauritzengardensworkshop2.eventbrite.com</a>
 Can’t make this date? Other workshops will be held on:
Can’t make this date? Other workshops will be held on: 
<ul><li>Monday, October 26 from 6 to 8 p.m., Centris Federal Credit Union (13120 Pierce Street, Omaha)</li><li>Wednesday, October 28, 6 to 8 p.m., Learning Community Center of North Omaha (1612 N 24th St, Omaha)</li><li>Thursday, October 29, 6 to 8 p.m., Council Bluffs Public Library (400 Willow Ave, Council Bluffs) </li></ul><a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/165532/t/tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">View Tickets &amp; More Info</a>

Local Event: Community Workshop at Omaha Kroc Center

Community Workshop at Omaha Kroc Center

Lauritzen Gardens 100 Bancroft Street Omaha, NE 68108

Embrace the beauty of fall and come create a small, color-filled journal for fall that you can display on your mantel or holiday table. In this class, we'll explore how to combine foraged plant materials, colored pencils, and personal photographs to create a unique garden journal that captures the beauty of the season.
Weather permitting, participants will walk outside to gather materials for their books while enjoying the fall colors and flowers. Please bring photocopies of any personal fall-themed photographs you would like to include.
Course Fee: $45 | Garden members receive 20% off.<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/161055/t/tickets" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">View Tickets &amp; More Info</a>

Local Event: Botanical Illustration: Fall Garden Journals

Botanical Illustration: Fall Garden Journals

Embrace the beauty of fall and come create a small, color-filled journal for fall that you can display on your mantel or...

Learning Community Center of North Omaha

This fall, we’re hosting four community workshops across the metro. Each one is a chance to help plant what’s next for Lauritzen Gardens. You’ll get to meet Lauritzen Gardens’ leadership and staff, weigh in on the guest experience, and share your ideas for spaces, events, and education programs. Please join us on Wednesday, October 28 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Learning Community Center of North Omaha (1612 N. 24th Street, Omaha) The workshop will run from 6 to 8 p.m. There will be a short presentation about the planning process and then attendees can circulate to different stations (leadership, education, guest experience, buildings, etc). If you can’t make it right at 6 p.m., you are still welcome! Feel free to come by any time before 8 p.m. and share your thoughts. RSVP at [<a href="https://lauritzengardensworkshop3.eventbrite.com](https://lauritzengardensworkshop3.eventbrite.com)" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">lauritzengardensworkshop3.eventbrite.com](https://lauritzengardensworkshop3.eventbrite.com)</a> Can’t make this date? Other workshops will be held on: \- Monday, October 26 from 6 to 8 p.m., Centris Federal Credit Union (13120 Pierce Street, Omaha) \- Tuesday, October 27 from 6 to 8 p.m., Omaha Kroc Center (2825 Y Street, Omaha) \- Thursday, October 29, 6 to 8 p.m., Council Bluffs Public Library (400 Willow Ave, Council Bluffs)

Local Event: Community Workshop at Learning Community Center of North Omaha

Community Workshop at Learning Community Center...

Community Workshop at Learning Community Center of North Omaha

14544 W Center Rd, Omaha, NE 68144

Bill Anderson and His Grandchildren Bring Championship Wings to Omaha; “Witches &amp; Wings” Grand Opening Weekend Kicks Off Oct. 29 with Free Wings for First 25 Fans
<a href="https://www.wingiton.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Wing It On!</a> comes out swinging in Nebraska. The award-winning wing concept will celebrate its first Cornhusker State restaurant with a “Witches &amp; Wings” grand opening weekend from Thursday, Oct. 29 through Saturday, Oct. 31 at 14544 W. Center Road in Omaha. The first Nebraska location is owned and operated by local entrepreneur Bill Anderson and his family.
The celebration kicks off Thursday, Oct. 29 with a bold giveaway: the first 25 fans who join <a href="https://www.wingiton.com/rewards" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">WIO! Rewards</a> will receive six free wings every week for three months. * Guests can also score six wings and fries for $6, with their choice of sauce, available in-store from open to close on grand opening day.
The Halloween festivities continue Friday, Oct. 30 and Saturday, Oct.31 with 30 wings for $30, available in-store and online, plus a $5 FrankenWing Sampler featuring Buffalo, Shogun and Lemon Pepper Dry Rub flavors. Every purchase throughout the three-day celebration will also include a coupon for a future visit.
Omaha wing fans can step into the ring with Wing It On!’s ultimate Buffalo wing experience: perfectly crispy wings, award-winning sauces and house-made dips. Beyond classic wings and boneless bites, the menu packs a punch with chicken tenders, hand-breaded chicken sandwiches, Famous Loaded Fries and knockout sides.
Building a Family Legacy
Anderson, a seasoned entrepreneur and multi-unit franchisee, has spent more than 30 years building businesses across the auto and service industries. Early in his career, he owned a car dealership in Minnesota. After relocating to Omaha, he built a franchise operation that now includes three UPS Store locations. 

With Wing It On!, Anderson is applying that experience to a new venture with the next generation of his family. Three of his six grandchildren – Alex, Chainey and Chase Thompson – are involved in the restaurant, which he hopes to build into a lasting family business. “When I began exploring opportunities, I wasn’t just looking for a business to operate. I wanted something my family could believe in and build together over time,” said Anderson. “Wing It On! stood out for its product, people, support and reputation in the wing world. This restaurant gives us an opportunity to create something lasting for our family while becoming part of the greater Omaha community.” 
Building a National Winning Streak
Wing It On! is growing its national footprint with entrepreneurs drawn to its award-winning menu, streamlined restaurant model and hands-on franchise support. As the brand enters new markets, it is focused on building with passionate operators who share its commitment to quality and see the opportunity to introduce championship wings to new communities. 
To learn more about Wing It On! or order wings, please visit: <a href="https://www.wingiton.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.wingiton.com</a>. For more about Wing It On! franchise opportunities, please visit <a href="https://www.franchise.wingiton.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.franchise.wingiton.com</a>. 
**Six free Wing It On! wings weekly for three months is available to the first 25 guests who are enrolled or enroll in WIO! Rewards. Guests can sign up at <a href="https://www.wingiton.com/rewards" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.wingiton.com/rewards</a>. Limited to six wings per week. Reward is only valid to redeem every seven days. Terms and conditions apply.
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ABOUT WING IT ON! 
Founded in 2011, <a href="https://www.wingiton.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Wing It On!</a> is redefining the buffalo wing experience with its dedication to quality, flavor and the perfect wing trifecta: crispy wings, bold sauces and house-made dips. Backed by Craveworthy Brands, Wing It On! is a multi-time champion at the National Buffalo Wing Festival, recognized as “America’s Best Sauce” with award-winning flavors that set the bar for excellence in the wing game. With locations from Dallas-Fort Worth to Chicago – and, as of 2026, Southern California – Wing It On! offers an extensive lineup of over 20 unique sauces and rubs, from its award-winning Medium Buffalo to the intense Wings of Prey. Beyond wings, the menu features hand-crafted chicken sandwiches, loaded fries and craveable sides. For more information, visit <a href="https://www.wingiton.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.wingiton.com</a>.

Local Event: Wing It On! Comes Out Swinging in Nebraska with First Omaha Restaurant

Wing It On! Comes Out Swinging in Nebraska with...

Bill Anderson and His Grandchildren Bring Championship Wings to Omaha; “Witches & Wings” Grand Opening Weekend Kicks Off Oct....

Wing It On! Comes Out Swinging in Nebraska with First Omaha Restaurant

CHI Health Center 455 N 10th St Omaha, NE 68102

FREE ADMISSION
The Omaha Home &amp; Lifestyle Show is taking place October 29–31, 2027 at the CHI Health Center.
Show hours Friday: 12:00pm – 6:00pm Saturday: 10:00am – 5:00pm Sunday: 11:00am – 4:00pm
Location CHI Health Center – 455 N 10th Street, Omaha, NE 68102
Interested in exhibiting? Call 435-345-HOME<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/164601/t/tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">View Tickets &amp; More Info</a>

Local Event: FREE Omaha Home & Lifestyle Show, October 2027

FREE Omaha Home & Lifestyle Show, October 2027

FREE ADMISSION
The Omaha Home & Lifestyle Show is taking place October 29–31, 2027 at the CHI Health Center.
Show hours Friday:...

Join us for a special fall tour through the Arboretum and Oberman Bird Sanctuary that showcases the highlights of the season. Come discover the diversity of trees that are planted in the garden’s arboretum, take beautiful autumn photos, and learn which trees produce the most vibrant and varied colors. Includes a tram ride and guided walk with Steve Rodie. Pre-registration is required. $20 | Garden members receive 20% off.

Local Event: Fall Arboretum Tour

Fall Arboretum Tour

Join us for a special fall tour through the Arboretum and Oberman Bird Sanctuary that showcases the highlights of the season....

Falconwood Park

Celebrate Halloween with Trunk or Treat and Nightmare Before Christmas at Falconwood Park! Gates open at 5:30 p.m.; the movie begins at dusk. Enjoy food trucks, concessions, and a full bar. Watch from your vehicle with a Car Viewing ticket, or bring lawn chairs and blankets for Park &amp; Walk seating when available. Each person needs a ticket; children 4 and under are free. Films are subject to parental discretion. No outside alcohol.

Local Event: Falconwood Fright Nights: Nightmare Before Christmas - Trunk or Treat

Falconwood Fright Nights: Nightmare Before...

Celebrate Halloween with Trunk or Treat and Nightmare Before Christmas at Falconwood Park! Gates open at 5:30 p.m.; the movie...

Falconwood Fright Nights: Nightmare Before Christmas - Trunk or Treat

Council Bluffs Public Library 400 Willow Ave Council Bluffs, IA 51503

This fall, we’re hosting four community workshops across the metro. Each one is a chance to help plant what’s next for Lauritzen Gardens.
You’ll get to meet Lauritzen Gardens’ leadership and staff, weigh in on the guest experience, and share your ideas for spaces, events, and education programs.
Please join us on Thursday, October 29 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Council Bluffs Public Library (400 Willow Avenue, Council Bluffs)
The workshop will run from 6 to 8 p.m. There will be a short presentation about the planning process and then attendees can circulate to different stations (leadership, education, guest experience, buildings, etc). If you can’t make it right at 6 p.m., you are still welcome! Feel free to come by any time before 8 p.m. and share your thoughts.
RSVP at <a href="https://lauritzengardensworkshop4.eventbrite.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">lauritzengardensworkshop4.eventbrite.com</a>
Can’t make this date? Other workshops will be held on: 
<ul><li>Monday, October 26 from 6 to 8 p.m., Centris Federal Credit Union (13120 Pierce Street, Omaha)</li><li>Tuesday, October 27 from 6 to 8 p.m., Omaha Kroc Center (2825 Y Street, Omaha)</li><li>Wednesday, October 28 from 6 to 8 p.m., Learning Community Center of North Omaha (1612 N. 24th Street, Omaha) </li></ul><a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/165535/t/tickets" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">View Tickets &amp; More Info</a>

Local Event: Community Workshop at Council Bluffs Public Library

Community Workshop at Council Bluffs Public...

Community Workshop at Council Bluffs Public Library

Wick & Paper Studio 1252 Izard Plaza Omaha, NE 68102

Sip &amp; Spooky Paint Your Date!
Looking for a unique date night that is fun, creative, and a little bit haunting? Grab your partner (or a best friend!) and join us at Wick &amp; Paper Studio for a spooky twist on our abstract paint-your-date night! Guided by local artist J.Diane Creations, you’ll learn simple, beginner-friendly techniques to paint a festive, abstract portrait of each other.
Don’t worry—no artistic talent is required! Whether you want to transform your partner into a classic vampire, a colorful zombie, a cute ghost, or a wicked witch, it’s all about laughing, relaxing, and seeing each other through a colorful (and slightly monstrous) new lens.<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/167427/t/tickets" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">View Tickets &amp; More Info</a>

Local Event: Spooky Sip & Paint: Abstract Paint Your Date Night

Spooky Sip & Paint: Abstract Paint Your Date Night

Sip & Spooky Paint Your Date!
Looking for a unique date night that is fun, creative, and a little bit haunting? Grab your...

In this hands-on class with Stephanie Wolcott, you'll learn the basics of decorating spooktacular, Halloween themed sugar cookies. Plus, gain tips and techniques to give your creations a polished, professional look.
All supplies are provided, and you will leave with a box of decorated treats to take home and enjoy. Appropriate for ages 16 and up.
 Pre-registration is required one week in advance of the class. Cost: $55 | Garden members receive 20% off<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/164415/t/tickets" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">View Tickets &amp; More Info</a>

Local Event: Cookie Decorating: Halloween Cookies

Cookie Decorating: Halloween Cookies

In this hands-on class with Stephanie Wolcott, you'll learn the basics of decorating spooktacular, Halloween themed sugar...

Alan J Levine Theater Performing Arts Center JCC Omaha

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Omaha

Local Event: Candlelight: Tribute to Fleetwood Mac

Candlelight: Tribute to Fleetwood Mac

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen...

Join Caitlin Copenhaver for an evening of birding as you explore the gardens in search of native and migratory bird species during the fall season. Along the way, you'll also have the opportunity to spot some of the many critters that call the gardens home. This guided walking tour will travel through a variety of garden paths, including some mulched trails, so participants should be prepared for some uneven terrain.
 Cost: $20 | Garden members receive 20% off.<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/164426/t/tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">View Tickets &amp; More Info</a>

Local Event: Night Birding and Critter Walk

Night Birding and Critter Walk

Join Caitlin Copenhaver for an evening of birding as you explore the gardens in search of native and migratory bird species...

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Omaha. Get your tickets now to discover music inspired by Halloween at Alan J. Levine Performing Arts Theater JCC Omaha under the gentle glow of candlelight.
This is a tribute concert experience. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by the artist, their estate, or official representatives. General Info Venue: Alan J. Levine Performing Arts Theater JCC Omaha Dates and times: select your dates/times directly in the ticket selector Duration: 60 minutes. Doors open 45 minutes before the show. No entry once it starts Age requirement: 8 years old or older. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult Accessibility: ADA compliant View the FAQs for this event here Seating is assigned on a first come first served basis in each zone If you would like to book a private concert or buy regular tickets for a large group (+30 people), click here Check out all the Candlelight concerts in Omaha To treat your friends and family to a Candlelight gift card, click here
Tentative Program
Thriller - Michael Jackson Funeral March of a Marionette - Charles Gounod String Quartet No. 8 in C Minor (Dresden Quartet), Op. 110: II. Allegro Molto - Dmitri Shostakovich Tubular Bells (Theme from The Exorcist) - Mike Oldfield Stranger Things (Theme) - S U R V I V E Beetlejuice (Theme) - Danny Elfman The Addams Family (Theme) - Vic Mizzy Halloween (Theme) - John Carpenter Prelude from Psycho - Bernard Herrmann Ghostbusters (Theme) - Ray Parker Jr. Danse Macabre - Camille Saint-Saëns Night on Bald Mountain - Modest Mussorgsky Time Warp from The Rocky Horror Picture Show - Richard O’Brien and Richard Hartley Medley from The Nightmare Before Christmas - Danny Elfman
Performers
Listeso String Quartet Seating Map<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/155139/t/tickets" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">View Tickets &amp; More Info</a>

Local Event: Candlelight: Halloween Classics

Candlelight: Halloween Classics

Omaha Children's Museum 500 South 20th Street Omaha, NE 68102

Bring your little ones for a day (or two!) of all-day trick-or-treating and activities around the museum. It’s the perfect chance for young learners to experience trick-or-treating all their own, so grab your costumes and explore the Museum in a whole new way.<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/154667/t/tickets" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">View Tickets &amp; More Info</a>

Local Event: Halloween Trick or Treat Day!

Halloween Trick or Treat Day!

Bring your little ones for a day (or two!) of all-day trick-or-treating and activities around the museum. It’s the perfect...

Smash Park La Vista

Registration Fee: FREE Sat, Oct 31, 10:00 am to 12:00 pm Before the neighborhood trick-or-treating begins, bring the family out for a special Spooky edition of Brunch Bingo on Saturday, Oct 31st! Throw on your costumes, grab a table with the whole fam, and play free bingo for awesome Halloween themed prizes. Plus, kids in costume get a free $10 arcade card and a bag of candy! No registration required! See you at 10:00 am on Saturday, October 31st!

Local Event: Spooky Brunch Bingo

Spooky Brunch Bingo

Registration Fee: FREE Sat, Oct 31, 10:00 am to 12:00 pm Before the neighborhood trick-or-treating begins, bring the family out...

CHI Health Center

Get in the spirit of the season and enjoy a family-friendly adventure through Lauritzen Gardens! Learn about things in nature that make fall so festive and have frightfully fun day of spooky stories, creepy creatures, seasonal surprises, interactive activites, and trick-or-treat stations. Activities are included with paid garden admission of $18 for adults and $11 for children 3-12. Garden members and children under the age of two are admitted free of charge. Costumes are optional, but fun is mandatory!

Local Event: Ghoulish Garden Adventure

Ghoulish Garden Adventure

Get in the spirit of the season and enjoy a family-friendly adventure through Lauritzen Gardens! Learn about things in nature...

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Stride Autism Centers provides specialized ABA therapy for c

Stride Autism Centers

Stride Autism Centers provides specialized ABA therapy for children with autism ages 2-6 in Omaha, Nebraska. Brad Zelinger founded the organization after witnessing his sister, who lives with an autism-related disorder, face challenges that ABA therapy could have addressed. The organization remains committed to meaningful outcomes that help children build the skills needed for kindergarten readiness and long-term independence. Measurable results demonstrate this commitment. Seventy-one percent of clients mainstream into general education classrooms after completing therapy at Stride Autism Centers, while 98% of parents and caregivers report meaningful improvements in their child's ability to initiate communication. Stride Autism Centers is the only ABA clinic in Nebraska that's fully accredited by the Autism Commission on Quality (ACQ), a distinction that signals rigorous adherence to the highest standards. Each child receives a personalized program tailored to their developmental needs. The center's approach relies on evidence-based ABA therapy, incorporating play, structure, and positive reinforcement to help learners reach milestones and achieve independence. Center-based therapy allows children to develop social skills alongside peers in an inclusive environment designed specifically for early intervention. Clinical teams work closely with parents and caregivers throughout the therapy journey, ensuring goals align with what matters most to each family. Stride Autism Centers maintains staff retention rates 2.9 times higher than industry benchmarks, ensuring families work with experienced, consistent clinical teams who understand their child's unique needs and progress. The organization accepts most major insurance plans and works with families to navigate authorization. Ready to take the next step? Get started with Stride Autism Centers today.

Stride Autism Centers provides specialized ABA therapy for children with autism ages 2-6 in Omaha, Nebraska. Brad Zelinger founded the organization...

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