HELLO EVERYONE!
Omaha Holiday Events Guide 2025: Thanksgiving Through December 5
Below is a run-down of events from Thursday, November 27, through December 5. From dazzling light displays at the Holiday Lights Festival to a conversation with Chevy Chase after watching Christmas Vacation, there's something magical happening every day. Drag queens bring the sparkle, classic films light up the big screens, and Santa's making appearances all over town. Whether you're catching Jim Brickman at the Orpheum, strolling through Little Bohemia's market, or enjoying the Durham Museum's Holiday Cultural Festival, this season promises unforgettable memories. Let's dive into everything happening between turkey day and early December!
If you missed it, here is the previous email outlining Omaha holiday events from November 1 through Thanksgiving.
OMAHA WINTER EVENTS
Upcoming Holiday Events
A Drag Queen Christmas
Nov. 28, 2025 at 8 p.m.
Price: Starting at $52; 18+ only show
Location: Orpheum Theater, 409 S. 16th St., Omaha, NE
Murray & Peter present A Drag Queen Christmas hosted by Nina West. The show features Lexi, Shea Coulee, Jewels Sparkles, Crystal Methyd, Suzie Toot, Bosco and Lydia B. Kollins.
Paid Event Indoor
Michael Lyon: Naughty and Nice
Nov. 28, 2025 at 7 p.m. and Nov. 29, 2025 at 2 p.m.
Price: $25
Location: Duchesne Academy, 3636 California St., Omaha, NE
A jazzy, festive show packed with holiday classics featuring vocalist Michael Lyon. Presented by PART Theatre.
Paid Event Indoor
Christmas in Olde Towne Holiday Lights & Music Show
Nov. 28, 2025 through Jan. 4, 2026; Sun-Thurs 6-10 p.m., Fri-Sat 5-10 p.m.; Special sensory-friendly show Sun-Thurs 5-6 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: Washington Park, 1943 Franklin St., Bellevue, NE
Starts on Thanksgiving night at Washington Park. Unique experience offers show for people with sensitivities to flashing lights and sounds Sun-Thurs 5-6 p.m. Turn car radio to 91.9 FM or park and walk on sidewalk through display while listening to music.
Free Event Outdoor
Santa's Magic
Nov. 28 through Dec. 23, 2025
Price: Included with museum admission: $12 for adults and children ages 2+; $11 for seniors 60+; Free for children under 2
Location: Omaha Children's Museum, 500 S. 20th St., Omaha, NE
This annual temporary experience features a short interactive show and a chance to visit with Santa. Included with museum admission.
Paid Event Indoor
Christmas at Union Station
Nov. 28, 2025 through Jan. 11, 2026
Price: Adults: $15; Seniors (62+): $12; Children (ages 3-12): $8; Children 2 and under: Free; Members: Free
Location: The Durham Museum, 801 S. 10th St., Omaha, NE
Annual event featuring a tree lighting ceremony the Friday after Thanksgiving, followed by weeks of festive displays, performances, and chances to meet Santa. Features the region's largest indoor Christmas tree at nearly 40 feet tall.
Paid Event Indoor
Village Pointe Annual Tree Lighting and Holiday Celebration
Nov. 28, 2025 from 6 to 8 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: Village Pointe, 17151 Davenport St., Omaha, NE
Event starts with Peppermint Elves performance at 6 p.m., followed by Santa's arrival by parade at 7 p.m. Photos with Santa after event inside Marcus Village Pointe Cinema lobby until 9 p.m. Photos with holiday characters after lighting in amphitheater until 8 p.m. Free carriage rides until 9 p.m.
Free Event Outdoor
Lights of Aksarben: Making Spirits Bright
Nov. 28, Dec. 5, and Dec. 12, 2025; 6 to 8 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: Aksarben Village, 67th and Center Road, Omaha, NE
Free events include Santa visits, dazzling lights, live music, sweet treats, a petting zoo, and festive crafts.
Free Event Outdoor
Holiday Lights Festival Lighting Displays
Nov. 29, 2025 through Jan. 1, 2026; dusk to dawn
Price: Free
Location: Omaha RiverFront (Gene Leahy Mall, Heartland of America Park & Lewis & Clark Landing), Old Market, North Omaha, South Omaha
Gorgeous light displays in four iconic areas of Omaha: Omaha RiverFront, Old Market (10th to 13th streets, and from Harney to Jackson streets), North Omaha (six-block area around 24th and Lake streets) and South Omaha (24th Street between L and Q streets). Features 70-foot holiday tree and multimedia show on Friday and Saturday nights.
Free Event Outdoor
Winter Wonderland
Nov. 29, 2025 from 4 to 8 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: Downtown Papillion, NE
Free outdoor event includes a Christkindl Market, fire pits, carriage rides, hayrack rides, live entertainment, and free hot cocoa. The community will be aglow with more than 800,000 lights. Meet Santa at the Historic Portal Schoolhouse. Each guest receives a free candy cane and one Christmas wish.
Free Event Outdoor
Jim Brickman's The Gift of Christmas
Nov. 30, 2025 at 7 p.m.
Price: Starting at $72
Location: Orpheum Theater, 409 S. 16th St., Omaha, NE
Grammy-nominated pianist Jim Brickman performs a heartwarming holiday concert with piano ballads and favorite holiday theme songs.
Paid Event Indoor
Traditional British Christmas Lunch
Nov. 30, Dec. 7, Dec. 14 (SOLD OUT), Dec. 21 and Dec. 24, 2025
Price: $29.99; Reservations required; call (402) 330-3020 or stop by the store
Location: Chippy's Omaha, 2718 123rd Court, Omaha, NE
A traditional turkey lunch with all the trimmings including mince pie, custard and a cup of tea. Reservations required.
Paid Event Indoor
Give The Gift of Shhhhh Movie Series
Nov. 30 through Dec. 24, 2025; times vary
Price: Standard movie ticket prices (Movie Party events may vary)
Location: Alamo Drafthouse, 12750 Westport Parkway, La Vista, NE
Classic holiday films played on the big screen including National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation, Elf, Little Women, The Holiday, Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas, The Polar Express, and It's A Wonderful Life. Movie Parties involve props and audience participation.
Paid Event Indoor
Santa's Sleigh Ride & Tree Lighting
Nov. 30, 2025; Sleigh ride 1-5 p.m., Workshop opens 4 p.m., Tree lighting 6 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: Santa's Workshop, 8305 Park View Blvd., La Vista, NE
Santa's ride through neighborhoods is from 1 to 5 p.m. Santa's Workshop opens at 4 p.m. so families can see the workshop, view Christmas lights in Central Park, see live animals, listen to Christmas carols and enjoy free cookies, cocoa and glow necklaces. Tree lighting at 6 p.m., followed by community selfie with Santa.
Free Event Outdoor
Carter Lake Village Seventh Annual Winter Festival
Nov. 30, 2025 from 2 to 4 p.m.; Santa ride through town at 1:15 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: Carter Lake Community Center, 1120 Willow Drive, Carter Lake, IA
Games, crafts, and photos with Santa, Mrs. Claus and the Grinch. Prior to festivities, Santa will ride through town on a truck starting at 1:15 p.m.
Free Event Indoor
Christmas With Lorie Line
Dec. 1, 2025 at 7 p.m.
Price: Ticket prices vary
Location: Omaha Community Playhouse, 6915 Cass St., Omaha, NE
A holiday concert starring pianist Lorie Line featuring festive music performances.
Paid Event Indoor
Holiday Retro Movie Series
Dec. 1-17, 2025; various showtimes
Price: $8
Location: B&B Theatres, 3555 S. 140th Plaza, Omaha, NE
The movie series features classics like National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation (Dec. 1 & 3), Elf (Dec. 8 & 10) and How the Grinch Stole Christmas (Dec. 12-17).
Paid Event Indoor
Christmas Cookies
Dec. 4-21, 2025; Thursdays and Fridays at 7 p.m., Saturdays at 2 p.m., and Sundays at 6 p.m.
Price: $5
Location: Shelterbelt Theater at The Omar, 4383 Nicholas St., Suite 204, Omaha, NE
The Omaha premiere of a play about a woman who assumes no one knows she and her husband are separated, so she breaks into their old home to host her annual holiday cookie exchange.
Paid Event Indoor
Conversation With Chevy Chase & Screening Of National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation
Dec. 1, 2025 at 7:30 p.m.
Price: Starting at $113
Location: Holland Center, 1200 Douglas St., Omaha, NE
Watch National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation on the big screen at the Holland Center, followed by an in-person conversation with the star, Chevy Chase.
Paid Event Indoor
Little Bohemia Holiday Stroll
Thursdays, Dec. 4-18, 2025 from 4 to 8 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: Little Bohemia Neighborhood, around north 13th Street between William and Hickory streets, Omaha, NE
Participating businesses in Little Bohemia will offer different experiences and activities during the Holiday Stroll. A great opportunity to shop, drink, and eat locally.
Free Event Outdoor
La Vista Public Library Holiday Events
Various dates: Dec. 3, 13, 18, 22
Price: Free
Location: La Vista Public Library, 9110 Giles Road, La Vista, NE
Free events include: Adult Holiday Card Making on Dec. 3 at 6 p.m.; Elf Academy for ages 4-12 on Dec. 13 at 10:30 a.m.; Holiday Songs and Meanings on Dec. 18 at 6 p.m. (families welcome); and Christmas Colorland Drop-In on Dec. 22 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Free Event Indoor
Holiday Cultural Festival
Dec. 5, 2025 from 4 to 9 p.m.
Price: Included with Durham Museum admission: Adults: $15; Seniors (62+): $12; Children (ages 3-12): $8; Children 2 and under: Free; Members: Free
Location: The Durham Museum, 801 S. 10th St., Omaha, NE
Learn how the world celebrates during the Holiday Cultural Festival. Over 30 groups participate with local cultural organizations displaying crafts and traditional dress, while musicians and dancers perform throughout the evening. Foods and gifts available for purchase.
Paid Event Indoor
Blue Violin: Candlelight Christmas Extravaganza
Dec. 5, 2025 at 7 p.m.
Price: Starting at $65; VIP packages available
Location: Scott Recital Hall at the Holland Center, 1200 Douglas St., Omaha, NE
Violin virtuoso Blue Violin returns by popular demand for another Candlelight Christmas Tour, a one-of-a-kind holiday concert experience blending the beauty of traditional carols with high-octane rock anthems.
Paid Event Indoor
The Pigeon Gets A Big Time Holiday Extravaganza!
Dec. 5-21, 2025; Fridays at 6:30 p.m., Saturdays at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m., and Sundays at 2 p.m.
Price: Starting at $25
Location: The Rose Theater, 2001 Farnam St., Omaha, NE
Mo Willems' characters get together for the holidays, including Unlimited Squirrels, Pigeon, and Elephant and Piggie. 60-minute family performance.
Paid Event Indoor
Season's Screenings Retro Series
Dec. 5-21, 2025; showtimes vary
Price: $6 per ticket
Location: Majestic Cinema of Omaha, 14304 West Maple Road; Village Pointe Cinema, 304 N. 174th St.; Twin Creek Cinema, 3909 Raynor Parkway, Bellevue, NE
Classic holiday films on the big screen. Films include The Grinch and Elf (Dec. 5-11), and White Christmas, It's A Wonderful Life, How The Grinch Stole Christmas, The Polar Express, and National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation (Dec. 12-18).
Paid Event Indoor