Omaha Scoop: A Busy Summer Weekend

September 13, 2024

Weather Forecast

Friday, September 13, 2024
☀️ 87°F | Sunny | High: 87°F, Low: 59°F

Saturday, September 14, 2024
☀️ 83°F | Sunny | High: 83°F, Low: 62°F

Sunday, September 15, 2024
☀️ 84°F | Sunny | High: 84°F, Low: 64°F

Good morning, Omaha! The weekend has arrived! Whether you're catching up on projects, spending time with loved ones, or simply relaxing, make the most of it. Remember to find joy in the small moments, embrace the present, and keep those positive vibes flowing. Enjoy your weekend to the fullest!

 In today’s Omaha Scoop:

  • Beats and Seats

  • Joslyn Art Museum Opens

  • Little Bow Backyard Bash

Let’s get into it!

Scoops of the Day

The Joslyn Art Museum will reopen on Tuesday, September 10, 2024, showcasing 5,000 years of art across three buildings, including 100 new works and three exciting exhibitions. A new building adds to the experience, and the best part is that general admission remains free for everyone, always. Discover the reimagined Joslyn Art Museum!

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A Swirl of Events

Friday

Wings and Wheels: Join the Wings and Wheels Omaha Gala for a glamorous disco night featuring exotic cars, aircraft, gourmet bites, cocktails, live entertainment, and an exciting auction—all in support of Ronald McDonald House Charities. Don’t miss this unforgettable evening! 6-10 pm Signature Aviation 3636 Wilbur Plz, Tickets here

Beats & Seats: Midtown Musical Chairs: Join us for Omaha’s first adult Musical Chairs event at Turner Park with Midtown Crossing's Beats and Seats! Dance and compete for a seat to the beats of a local DJ. Enjoy surprises, prizes, and wrap up the night with a lively post-game party on the Midtown Crossing patios, featuring refreshing drinks and tasty bites. Don’t miss out on this nostalgic summer send-off! 6:30 to 9:30 PM 3110 Farnam St

Saturday

Fiestas Patrias Omaha: Join Casa de la Cultura for their annual festival this Saturday! Enjoy live music, entertainment, food, exhibitors, a parade, and independence celebrations from Mexico, Guatemala, and El Salvador. This event, a South Omaha tradition since 1920, is a great way to experience and celebrate Latino culture! 5 PM South 24th Street

Omaha Farmers Market: Stop by on Saturday in the streets of Omaha's Old Market for the city’s best selection of fruits, veggies, fresh-cut flowers, gourmet baked goods, meat, cheeses, specialty items and more! 8-12:30 pm Old Market

One Community Cultural Festival: The 4th Annual One Community Cultural Festival is COMING BACK to Omaha this fall. There will be food vendors, arts and crafts, cultural performances, and more at this free and family-friendly event! 2-9pm Leahy Mall

Little Bo Backyard Bash: Don’t miss the 4th Annual Little Bohemia Bash! Enjoy live music from Saving Fiona, McCarthy Trenching, Head of Femur, and Left-Handed Country. Explore art, activities, food trucks, and local vendors. Sip on beer and cocktails from Infusion Brewing, Lumen Beer Co., and Fizzy's Fountain & Liquors. All proceeds benefit the Little Bohemia Business Association. 2-8pm William Street (13th - 14th blocks)

Sunday

Omaha Farmers Market: Stop by on Sunday for the city’s best selection of fruits, veggies, fresh-cut flowers, gourmet baked goods, meat, cheeses, specialty items, and more! 9-1 pm Aksarben

OSC Cornhole Classis: Join us in The Blackstone District for the second annual OSC Cornhole Classic. OSC has partnered with The Blackstone District to bring cornhole to the streets of Blackstone. There will be live music, an outdoor bar, football games on a 16-foot screen, and lots and lots of cornhole! Blackstone District Register

39th Annual Hot Dog Daze: Join in for the 39th Annual Hot Dog Daze, Customer Appreciation Day. Free Hot Dogs & Sodas. Drive-In On Your Coolest or Favorite Ride. No Matter what It Is all are Welcome!! Come Celebrate Another Year! 12-4pm Butterfield's M-C Parts

The Evening Delights

Live Music

Friday

  • Blue Venue | The B Bar | 5:30pm

  • Joe Reynolds | Kros Strain | 6:00-9:00pm

  • Mon Rovia | Waiting Room Lounge | 7:00pm

  • Neva Dinova | The Slow Down | 7:00pm

  • Juke Butter | Jewell on Capitol | 7:30-10:30pm

  • Nathan Paul Torro| Harney Street Tavern | 9:00-11:59pm

  • Joe & Tay | Dubliner Pub | 9:30pm

Saturday

  • Fletchival | Harney Street Tavern | 5:00pm

  • Dale Hollow | The Sydney | 7:00pm

  • Riptide Refugees | Sonnys | 7:00-10:00pm

  • Taxi Driver | Stinson Park | 7:00-10:00pm

  • Rhythm Collective | Bob and Willies Wonderbowl | 7:00-10:00pm

  • Andre Vander Velde | Jewell on Capitol | 7:30-10:30pm

  • Killer Tofu | The B Bar | 9:00pm

  • Disney DJ Night | The Slow Down | 9:00pm

  • Parfait | Harney Street Tavern | 9:30pm

  • Brother East Brother West | Harney Street Tavern | 9:30pm

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Thank You!

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