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Cinco de Mayo descends on Omaha for an exciting weekend of events. Get lost in the culture and exciting entertainment of...

Cinco de Mayo descends on Omaha for an exciting weekend of events. Get lost in the culture and exciting entertainment of Cinco de Mayo. Activities kick off Saturday morning with the Cinco de Mayo Parade. Shortly afterwards, visitors can enjoy the fun and sun at the Fiesta, which includes music, food, rides and games. On Sunday, there's the 5K run/walk, followed by a Car Show, and finished up with more partying at the Fiesta!

Hours: Event times vary; call for details Wed, May 2, 2012 Thu, May 3, 2012 Fri, May 4, 2012 Sat, May 5, 2012 Sun, May 6, 2012

Florence Days offers both residents and visitors a chance to explore the rich history and culture of Florence. Located...

Florence Days offers both residents and visitors a chance to explore the rich history and culture of Florence. Located right outside of Omaha, this unique festival features a different kind of experience. The event kicks off with the Florence Days Parade, featuring cash prizes for the best floats. Then, guests can go by the Vintage Car Show to see some of the most beautifully built cars from around the world. Other activities include a bake sale and music in the park.

Hours: Sat, May 12, 2012

Taste of Omaha is the ideal event for starting the summer right in the Mid-West. Located along Omaha's serene rivers,...

Taste of Omaha is the ideal event for starting the summer right in the Mid-West. Located along Omaha's serene rivers, this event showcases the best food, drinks and entertainment the city has to offer. Top entertainers will be joined by local bands to provide entertainment on five stages throughout the festival. Best of all, every performance is free. Taste of Omaha offers entertainment for all ages, so come out to the Heartland of America Park and Lewis & Clark Landing to enjoy a relaxing weekend of fun in the sun.

Hours: Fri, Jun 1, 2012: 11am - 11pm Sat, Jun 2, 2012: 11am - 11pm Sun, Jun 3, 2012: 11am - 8pm

Great for both kids and adults, Omaha's Railroad Days celebrates all things related to trains and locomotion. This Omaha...

Great for both kids and adults, Omaha's Railroad Days celebrates all things related to trains and locomotion. This Omaha event, which takes place at several venues around the city, offers activities to accommodate all ages. Relive your childhood with some of the train exhibits and models, which include full models of trains, as well as landmarks built out of organic materials. Visitors can also get close-up views of actual train engines and cars.

Hours: Sat, Jul 14, 2012: 9am - 5am Sun, Jul 15, 2012: 9am - 5am

A lawn chair, some friends and a camera are all you need for the Nebraska Wine and Balloon Festival in Omaha. This fun...

A lawn chair, some friends and a camera are all you need for the Nebraska Wine and Balloon Festival in Omaha. This fun and entertaining two-day festival offers activities for all ages. Visitors can enjoy sipping a glass of wine while watching the many hot air balloons fly through the summer sky. Barbecue and music will also be available throughout the festival. Gather the family together and head down to Elk Ridge Village on the Lake for this fun-filled Omaha event.

Hours: Fri, Aug 10, 2012: 5pm - 11pm Sat, Aug 11, 2012: 5pm - 11pm

What better way to end the summer and begin the fall then by visiting the All European Car Expo at beautiful Lauritzen...

What better way to end the summer and begin the fall then by visiting the All European Car Expo at beautiful Lauritzen Gardens. Marvel at the craftsmanship and beauty of the cars on display, which include models of Porsche, Ducati, BMW, Alfa Romeo, Austin Healey and more. After viewing the cars, consider walking around the beautiful gardens or taking a narrated tram tour. Admission to the expo is free with admission to the gardens.

Hours: September 2013

The College World Series is synonymous with Omaha. The city has been hosting the June event since 1950, and its...

The College World Series is synonymous with Omaha. The city has been hosting the June event since 1950, and its hospitality, planning, and friendly spirit keeps the NCAA coming back for more. The event pits eight regional champions in competition with the finalists facing off for the championship. The stadium sits in the beauty of a magnificent bluff, which affords fantastic views in addition to the baseball. Game times vary so check listings.

Hours: Event times vary; call for details Fri, Jun 15, 2012 Sat, Jun 16, 2012 Sun, Jun 17, 2012 Mon, Jun 18, 2012 Tue, Jun 19, 2012 Wed, Jun 20, 2012 Thu, Jun 21, 2012 Fri, Jun 22, 2012 Sat, Jun 23, 2012 Sun, Jun 24, 2012 Mon, Jun 25, 2012 Tue, Jun 26, 2012

For more than a quarter of a century, the city has welcomed summer by celebrating the arts. The Summer Arts Festival...

For more than a quarter of a century, the city has welcomed summer by celebrating the arts. The Summer Arts Festival showcases a variety of visual and performing art forms. The late-June event is free and open to the public. There are also taste tents, a number of arts and crafts exhibits, as well as activities for kids. Taking place on Farnam Street, between 17th and 20th Streets, this annual event is both lively and festive.

Hours: Event times vary; call for details Fri, Jun 8, 2012 Sat, Jun 9, 2012 Sun, Jun 10, 2012

What a ducklicious way to have summertime fun while helping a good cause! The Food Bank launched its 1st Annual O! What...

What a ducklicious way to have summertime fun while helping a good cause! The Food Bank launched its 1st Annual O! What a Duck Race! in 2008, and you can be a part of this unique event! Over 20,000 ducks will be dropped into the lake at Heartland of America Park and will race for a quarter mile until one lucky duck is the Grand Prize Winner! Presented by WOWT and ConAgra Foods, the day will begin with family friendly activities for all ages, great food, live music, and will culminate in the racing of the derby ducks. The first six adopted ducks over the finish line win terrific prizes.

Hours: September 2013

Omaha rings in the holidays with an impressive light ceremony that features more than one million bulbs. The initial...

Omaha rings in the holidays with an impressive light ceremony that features more than one million bulbs. The initial lighting ceremony takes place on Thanksgiving evening, and the display extends the length of the Gene Leahy Mall, from 8th to 14th St between Farnam and Douglas Streets. The lighting kickoff features choral groups and bands, performers, horse-drawn carriages, and a parade. There is also a fireworks display on New Year's Eve.

Hours: Nightly Sat, Nov 24, 2012: 5pm - 1am Sun, Nov 25, 2012: 5pm - 1am Mon, Nov 26, 2012: 5pm - 1am Tue, Nov 27, 2012: 5pm - 1am Wed, Nov 28, 2012: 5pm - 1am Thu, Nov 29, 2012: 5pm - 1am Fri, Nov 30, 2012: 5pm - 1am Sat, Dec 1, 2012: 5pm - 1am Sun, Dec 2, 2012: 5pm - 1am Mon, Dec 3, 2012: 5pm - 1am Tue, Dec 4, 2012: 5pm - 1am Wed, Dec 5, 2012: 5pm - 1am Thu, Dec 6, 2012: 5pm - 1am Fri, Dec 7, 2012: 5pm - 1am Sat, Dec 8, 2012: 5pm - 1am Sun, Dec 9, 2012: 5pm - 1am Mon, Dec 10, 2012: 5pm - 1am Tue, Dec 11, 2012: 5pm - 1am Wed, Dec 12, 2012: 5pm - 1am Thu, Dec 13, 2012: 5pm - 1am Fri, Dec 14, 2012: 5pm - 1am Sat, Dec 15, 2012: 5pm - 1am Sun, Dec 16, 2012: 5pm - 1am Mon, Dec 17, 2012: 5pm - 1am Tue, Dec 18, 2012: 5pm - 1am Wed, Dec 19, 2012: 5pm - 1am Thu, Dec 20, 2012: 5pm - 1am Fri, Dec 21, 2012: 5pm - 1am Sat, Dec 22, 2012: 5pm - 1am Sun, Dec 23, 2012: 5pm - 1am Mon, Dec 24, 2012: 5pm - 1am Tue, Dec 25, 2012: 5pm - 1am Wed, Dec 26, 2012: 5pm - 1am Thu, Dec 27, 2012: 5pm - 1am Fri, Dec 28, 2012: 5pm - 1am Sat, Dec 29, 2012: 5pm - 1am Sun, Dec 30, 2012: 5pm - 1am Mon, Dec 31, 2012: 5pm - 1am Tue, Jan 1, 2013: 5pm - 1am Wed, Jan 2, 2013: 5pm - 1am Thu, Jan 3, 2013: 5pm - 1am Fri, Jan 4, 2013: 5pm - 1am Sat, Jan 5, 2013: 5pm - 1am Sun, Jan 6, 2013: 5pm - 1am Mon, Jan 7, 2013: 5pm - 1am Tue, Jan 8, 2013: 5pm - 1am