Family-Friendly Holiday Fun in Omaha
If your calendar is finally slowing down just a bit and you’re looking for festive things to do with your family, Omaha still has plenty of holiday magic happening. From glowing light displays to drive-through favorites and live holiday concerts, there are lots of ways to make memories over the next few weeks — without overplanning or overcommitting.
Here are some of our favorite Omaha-area holiday experiences still happening from December 16 on.
🎄 Holiday Lights & Seasonal Experiences
Bright Nights at Lauritzen Gardens
One of Omaha’s most beloved holiday traditions, Bright Nights offers a walk-through light experience with beautiful displays, seasonal installations, and cozy winter vibes. It’s a great option for families, date nights, or anyone who loves a peaceful evening stroll surrounded by lights.
Zoolightful at Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium
The zoo transforms into a glowing winter wonderland with massive light displays, festive scenes, and warm treats. Open select nights through early January, Zoolightful is a favorite for kids of all ages and a fun way to experience the zoo after dark.
ChristmasLand – Valley, Nebraska
Just west of Omaha, ChristmasLand is a classic drive-through holiday light display. Tune your radio, roll through at your own pace, and enjoy thousands of lights — perfect for younger kids, colder nights, or evenings when everyone’s already in pajamas.
Santa’s Rockin’ Lights
A high-energy, music-synchronized light show that’s quick, fun, and memorable. Park, tune your radio, and watch the lights dance to holiday music — an easy add-on to a family lights night.
Downtown Omaha Holiday Lights
Gene Leahy Mall, the Old Market, and surrounding downtown areas stay beautifully lit throughout the season. Grab hot cocoa, take a stroll, and enjoy the festive atmosphere — especially fun for families who want something simple and flexible.
Neighborhood Light-Looking Nights
Sometimes the best traditions are the easiest. Snacks, holiday music, and a slow drive through local neighborhoods packed with Christmas lights can be just as magical as ticketed events.
🎶 Live Holiday Concerts & Shows
If you’re in the mood for something a little warmer — or a chance to sit and enjoy instead of walk — Omaha has great live holiday performances happening through late December.
Holiday Concert Series at The Durham Museum
Select evenings feature local musicians performing holiday favorites beneath Omaha’s official Christmas tree. It’s festive, relaxed, and family-friendly.
A Festival of Christmas Brass – Saint Cecilia Cathedral
Presented by the Omaha Symphony, this lively brass concert is full of classic holiday music and big, joyful sound in one of Omaha’s most beautiful spaces.
Magical Cirque Christmas – Orpheum Theater
A high-energy holiday variety show combining circus acts, music, and festive flair. A great choice for families or anyone who loves a little spectacle with their Christmas cheer.
Lonestar & Collin Raye Christmas Tour – Holland Performing Arts Center
Country holiday classics and seasonal favorites from two well-known artists — perfect for a festive night out.
Disney’s Frozen Live in Concert – Holland Performing Arts Center
Watch the movie Frozen on the big screen while a live orchestra performs the score. A huge hit with kids and a fun twist on a family movie night.
Mannheim Steamroller Christmas – Orpheum Theater
A long-standing holiday tradition blending classical and modern holiday music into an energetic concert experience.
✨ A Season for Simple Moments
The weeks leading up to Christmas — and the quiet stretch after — can be some of the most meaningful. Whether you’re bundling up for lights, settling into a concert seat, or cruising neighborhoods with music playing and snacks in hand, Omaha offers so many ways to slow down and enjoy the season together.
If you have a favorite holiday tradition or event we should add to this list, we’d love to hear about it.
Happy holidays from all of us at Anthology Real Estate Group — and enjoy making memories close to home. 🎄✨
