From magical light displays to Santa visits, ice skating, and cozy cocoa nights — here’s your ultimate guide to Omaha’s best family-friendly holiday events for 2025. Perfect for toddlers, parents, and anyone chasing that holiday sparkle.
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Walk through glowing streets, live music, and holiday cheer all season long. Totally free and stroller-friendly!
Holiday Lights Festival - See Omaha Dazzle! November 29 through January 1
Omaha’s most iconic Christmas display with a 40-foot tree, vintage trains, and nostalgic charm.
Christmas at Union Station- The Durham Museum
Wander through millions of lights, meet animals after dark, and sip cocoa in the cold. 🦒
Zoolightful Holiday Event
Watch “Frozen” on the big screen with live orchestra magic — kids will love it. ❄️
Disney’s Frozen Live in Concert
Our favorite holiday tradition celebrating its 50th anniversary run this year.
A Christmas Carol 50th Anniversary - Omaha Community Playhouse
A weekend-only winter market with Santa, hot cocoa, and local makers under heated tents.
Holiday Market | Omaha Farmers Market
A warm escape filled with over 5,000 poinsettias, glowing trees, and model trains weaving through blooms.
Lauritzen Gardens - Holiday Poinsettia Show
A massive holiday market full of local vendors, handmade gifts, and festive décor ideas.
Omaha Holiday Boutique | November 14-16, 2025 | CHI Health Center
The iconic a-capella group brings Christmas hits and harmonies to life at CHI Health Center.
Pentatonix: Christmas in the City Tour - CHI Arena & Convention Center
Peek inside beautifully decorated private homes on this long-running Omaha tradition — all for charity.
Tour of Homes
Free donuts, cocoa, and photos with Santa in charming downtown Elkhorn. A quick, no-stress holiday stop that feels straight out of a Hallmark movie — perfect for littles!
Donuts & Pics with Santa! — Olde Towne Elkhorn
SOOOOO much fun and so beautiful!
Christmas Lights In Omaha Nebraska | Magical Lights of Omaha
A drive-thru light show with over a mile of lights synchronized to music, light tunnels, 3D sculptures
Santa's Rock n' Lights - Omaha - Santas Rock n Lights
Flapjacks, hugs, and Santa selfies — the YMCA throws a cozy holiday breakfast that’s perfect for little ones
Twin Rivers Pancakes with Santa 2025
Gospel + holiday spirit in a concert format. Uplifting, soulful, and festive.
