Get ready for an action-packed weekend in Omaha, April 4th and 5th, 2026! We have tons of Easter-themed fun with egg hunts galore, plus major family-friendly conventions. Don't miss the hands-on LEGO event in nearby Council Bluffs or the Trolls exhibit at Lauritzen Gardens.
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Home Depot Kids Workshop: Farm Planter
Home Depot Stores
Free hands-on building activity Saturday morning.
Get Building! Bricks at The Durham
Durham Museum
Indoor LEGO building fun at a cultural landmark on Sunday.
Big Play Saturday: Easter Bunny Party!
Fat Brain Toys
Egg decorating and photos with the Bunny in a toy store setting.
· April 4
6: Head to Lauritzen Gardens for a full day of family fun, including eco-friendly egg hunts, crafts, and prizes. It's a great way to combine outdoor exploration with spring festivities. Activity tickets need to be purchased ahead of time.This combines the fun of an egg hunt with the beautiful setting of the gardens.
FREE : Join this community event for a classic Easter Egg Hunt where you are encouraged to invite friends and neighbors. Remember to bring a basket for all your treasures!A straightforward, free, classic neighborhood egg hunt happening early Saturday morning.
FREE : This hunt features tons of eggs scattered across the church lawn. Afterwards, kids can come inside for snacks, crafts, and a visit from the Easter Bunny.It offers both the hunt outside and indoor activities like crafts and snacks, good for all weather.
BIG PLAY SATURDAY: EASTER BUNNY PARTY!FREE : Fat Brain Toys is hosting a fun morning party with egg decorating and a photo opportunity with the Easter Bunny. This is a great, contained activity for younger kids.Free, engaging activities hosted by a popular local toy store, focused on crafts and photos.
OUT & ABOUT STORYTIME: THE JOSLYNFREE : Enjoy storytime hosted by the Omaha Public Library, located inside the Joslyn Art Museum. This session includes stories, movement, and a focused look at a specific piece of art.It combines literacy and art appreciation in one free, short program.
PHOTOS WITH THE EASTER BUNNYFREE : A fun outdoor stop in Papillion featuring free photos with the Easter Bunny. While you are there, kids can enjoy face painting, activities from the HyVee Kids Club, and even a petting zoo with baby goats and bunnies.This is the best multi-attraction free Saturday option, including animals and crafts.
· April 5
5BRICK DAYS LEGO CONVENTION : Take the short trip over to Council Bluffs for this huge family-friendly LEGO convention. Expect incredible custom brick creations, plus interactive activities for all ages.It's the premier hands-on building event for this weekend, great for older kids who love detail.
CARLY'S EASTER EGG HUNT & ACTIVITIES AT TREE ADVENTURE : Drive down to Nebraska City for a weekend of fun at the Tree Adventure, featuring an Easter Egg Hunt where clues lead to treats. This event runs Saturday and Sunday, so Sunday is a great option.Offers a dedicated Easter activity paired with exploration at the Tree Adventure.
THE SCIENCE CLUB AT YATES ILLUMINATESFREE : This is a fantastic free opportunity for kids aged 4-16 to explore, experiment, and build things together on a Sunday afternoon. It’s a great, constructive way to end the weekend.Free, structured science exploration perfect for a Sunday afternoon activity.
GET BUILDING! BRICKS AT THE DURHAM : If you missed the LEGO convention, check out the building activities happening at the Durham Museum this Sunday. These recurring events are usually great for hands-on play inside the museum.An indoor, recurring activity at a great Omaha landmark, perfect if Sunday weather is poor.
: If your family loves Star Wars, this is a must-see! This exhibit showcases one of the largest fan-owned collections ever assembled. Head south to Ashland to check it out.A huge draw for older kids and teens interested in sci-fi and collecting.
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3FREE : Start your Saturday with a free hands-on building project at Home Depot. This month it's a Farm Planter—perfect for little green thumbs. Workshops start bright and early, so plan to arrive on time.It's a reliable, free activity happening Saturday morning where kids can build and take something home.
: Explore the beautiful Lauritzen Gardens while seeking out the whimsical, giant TROLLS sculptures created by Thomas Dambo. This exhibit runs through May 2026, so this is a perfect chance to see it.It’s a unique, large-scale art exhibit that encourages kids to explore a garden setting.
: Explore the secrets behind the Titanic recovery mission in this groundbreaking exhibition, running through late April. It features real objects from the expedition, making history come alive.This is a major, high-interest exhibition that is running through the end of the month.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Omaha this weekend?
This weekend (Apr 04-05) there are several great free events, including the Home Depot Kids Workshop: Farm Planter (Saturday morning), the First Presbyterian Church Omaha Community Easter Egg Hunt (Saturday morning), the St. Luke's Easter Egg Hunt (Saturday morning), Photos with the Easter Bunny at Shadow Lake Towne Center (Saturday afternoon), and The Science Club at Yates Illuminates (Sunday afternoon).
Are there any Easter egg hunts happening on Saturday, April 4th?
Yes! Saturday is packed with hunts, including the Lauritzen Garden's Spring EGGstravaganza, the First Presbyterian Church Community Egg Hunt, the St. Luke's Egg Hunt, the Morton Meadows Egg Hunt, Eggstravaganza at StoneBridge Church, and the La Vista Easter Egg Hunt & Food Drive.
What's happening on Sunday, April 5th, that's good for older kids?
For older kids, the Brick Days LEGO Convention is running in nearby Council Bluffs, and you can visit the Unofficial Galaxies Traveling Exhibit at the SAC & Aerospace Museum. Inside Omaha, The Science Club at Yates Illuminates offers free experiments for ages 4-16 in the afternoon.
