To celebrate the holiday season approaching, there will be several holiday light events happening across the Omaha metro area after Thanksgiving:
- Holiday Lights Lighting Ceremony at the Gene Leahy Mall at the RiverFront, on November 28th.
- Winter Wonderland in downtown Papillion on November 29th.
- Holiday Lights Festival: Old Market on November 29th through January 1st, 2026.
- Lights of Aksarben on November 28th in Aksarben Village.
- Holiday Lights Festival: South Omaha Lighting Display at Plaza de la Raza (24th & N Street) on November 29th.
Omaha Community Playhouse will celebrate its 50th anniversary production of A Christmas Carol on the Hawks Mainstage starting November 21st through December 21st. Performances are on Wednesdays at 7 p.m., Thursdays through Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. In addition, there will be a special event on Hawks Mainstage on December 2nd, from 6:30 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. for a deep-dive experience into the creative and production process of A Christmas Carol called “Spirit of Carol”.
Farnam Winter Pop-Up Opening Weekend begins November 29th and 30th on the corner of 33rd & Farnham Street, presented by Midtown Crossing. The event goes from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, and 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. Discover 15 locally owned shops with various handmade goods, artisan foods, boutique finds, curated gifts and more. Visit their website for more information.
The Omaha Symphony performs the final installment of the official Harry Potter film concert series with Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2 on November 29th and 30th. Maestro Ernest Richardson will conduct the Omaha Symphony in performing Alexdere Desplat’s Grammy-nominated score live while the entire film plays in high-definition on a 40-foot screen. Tickets are on sale now at omahasymphony.com for Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2 in Concert.
The Orpheum Theatre will feature Jim Brickman performing his show, “The Gift of Christmas” on November 30th, starting 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Jim Brickman is a Grammy-nominated pianist, songwriter and radio host known for his emotional performances and signature piano style. He is currently touring the country and will be performing in Omaha Sunday night. His heartwarming holiday concert will bring piano ballads and festive classics to the Orpheum state for a night of joy, nostalgia and cheer. Tickets are selling fast. Visit their website to learn more.
The Omaha Performing Arts will feature Blue Violin Candlelight Christmas Extravaganza on Dec 5th, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. With a bold performance blending holiday classics with rock anthems and cinematic flair, Blue Violin’s Candlelight Christmas will be lighting up the stage. Expect fiery strings, glowing candlelight and surprise guests.
Durham Museum will be hosting the Holiday Cultural Festival on December 5th, from 4pm to 9pm. It will showcase 30 local cultural organizations and how they celebrate the joyful time of the year. These organizations will have crafts and traditional dress, while musicians and dancers perform throughout the evening. Santa himself will also be there, so bring your Christmas wishlists. Free admission for members, and varying pricing for non-members.