Omaha Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025

Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Omaha and surrounding areas

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Omaha comes alive for the Christmas season as downtown and the Old Market host festive events and colorful Christmas lights that draw families and visitors alike. The Omaha Holiday Lights Festival, Mannheim Steamroller Christmas, and Christmas at Union Station offer concerts, illuminated displays, and seasonal entertainment near the Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge. From holiday markets to winter festivals, Omaha’s seasonal tours and activities create joyful experiences across neighborhood storefronts and civic spaces.

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Christmas Lights

10 events
Omaha Holiday Lights Festival • Nov 29

City-wide holiday light displays and RiverFront multimedia shows

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Other Christmas Activities

5 events
Annual Noon Year's Eve Celebration • Dec 31

Noon year's countdown with balloon drop and bubble wrap stomp.

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Editor's Picks (6)

  1. Fremont Christmas Walk (Fremont)
    Small Business Saturday Christmas Walk with local deals
  2. Omaha Holiday Lights Festival
    City-wide holiday light displays and RiverFront multimedia shows
  3. Mannheim Steamroller Christmas
    Iconic Mannheim Steamroller Christmas tour
  4. Trans-Siberian Orchestra: The Ghosts of Christmas Eve (Council Bluffs)
    Iconic rock opera holiday show
  5. Mannheim Steamroller Christmas by Chip Davis (Lincoln)
    Iconic holiday music tour
  6. Falconwood Frosty Nights Christmas Village & Lights (Bellevue)
    80-acre Christmas village with infinite lights

This Week / Coming Up (6)

Season of Lights Sun, Nov 16
Meet Santa's Reindeer at Mulhall's Tue, Nov 18
Zoolightful Wed, Nov 19
Council Bluffs Winterfest at Bayliss Park Fri, Nov 21
Winterfest Makers Market 2025 Fri, Nov 21
Zoo Lights Powered by LES Fri, Nov 21

Christmas Shows Near Omaha

Christmas shows, theater performances, and holiday entertainment in Omaha.

Mannheim Steamroller Christmas

Iconic Mannheim Steamroller Christmas tour

📍 Omaha

Trans-Siberian Orchestra: The Ghosts of Christmas Eve

Iconic rock opera holiday show

📍 Council Bluffs • Nov 13

A Christmas Story: The Musical

Tony-nominated musical adaptation of a beloved holiday film.

📍 Lincoln • Dec 16
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Christmas Markets Near Omaha

Additional holiday activities and unique Christmas experiences in Omaha.

Omaha Holiday Market

Two-day holiday market with over 100 local vendors

📍 Omaha • Dec 6

Winterfest Makers Market 2025

Winterfest Makers Market with local artisans and festive activities.

📍 Council Bluffs • Nov 21

Fremont Christmas Walk

Small Business Saturday Christmas Walk with local deals

📍 Fremont • Nov 29

Christmas Parties Near Omaha

Festive dining experiences, holiday parties, and Christmas-themed food and drink events in Omaha.

Bubbly New Year's Eve

All-day New Year's Eve celebration with bubble drops

📍 Omaha • Dec 31

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Omaha Christmas FAQ

When are the best times to visit?

Weekday evenings tend to be less crowded. Peak times are weekends in December, especially closer to Christmas.

Is parking available?

Most events offer on-site parking. Check individual event pages for specific parking information and fees.

Are venues accessible?

Most venues are accessible. Contact individual events for specific accessibility accommodations.