This weekend in Douglas County, NE

Head to Lake Zorinsky in Omaha for a family-friendly race day with options for every pace. Packet pickup takes place before the start, the kids dash gathers at the start line and participants are guided to their starting area, and the event opens with the National Anthem followed by the main race. Chip timing provides live results, and awards can be found at the registration tent shortly after you finish. Every entry comes with a designer shirt and a custom medal, plus complimentary race photos and finish line snacks. Youth-based pricing is available for the 5k and 10k, with participants 12 and under at $17. Register by the Thursday that falls two weeks before race day to guarantee a shirt. Choose the distance that fits your goals. The 5k, 10k, and Half Marathon include a custom bib, designer shirt, and finisher medal. The 1 Mile is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and finisher medal. The kids dash is an untimed run for ages 10 and under with a mini bib, a youth-sized shirt, and a medal created just for this event, and children who want to run the dash without the swag may participate for free. The atmosphere emphasizes encouragement, accessibility, and community, whether you are chasing a personal best or simply enjoying the day.

Settle into a gentle yoga class at Felius Cat Cafe & Rescue as adoptable cats bring playful energy to your practice. Suitable for all experience levels, this session blends calm movement with a fun, relaxed vibe. Open to adults and youth ages 12 and up. Please bring your own mat.

Take part in a hands-on conservation effort at Heron Haven focused on caring for habitat and trails. Volunteers will help remove invasive bush honeysuckle and garlic mustard, trim back overgrown branches, spread native seeds, and support other stewardship tasks. Two volunteer sessions are offered, with lunch provided between them and snacks and water available throughout. A safety waiver will be provided for participants to sign upon arrival. To be prepared, bring loppers, pruning shears, or a hand saw for brush work, along with personal gloves, safety glasses, and a refillable water bottle. Closed-toe shoes, long pants, and a long-sleeve shirt are recommended for comfort and protection. Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult. A water refill station will be available.

Enjoy a free family fishing experience hosted by Omaha Parks and Recreation and Nebraska Game and Parks. All gear is provided, and volunteers will be on site to offer guidance and assistance throughout the activity.

Explore Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, a grappling discipline built on leverage and precise technique rather than size or raw power. Instruction covers sport competition, real-world self-defense, and applications within mixed martial arts. Whether the goal is to test yourself in tournaments, improve overall fitness, or develop practical skills for personal safety, Dynasty Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu offers a comprehensive program aimed at empowering people at every age and experience level.

Make the most of the camera in your pocket with a phone photography workshop that shows how to capture beautiful images using a smartphone. Guided by Michele Zephier, the class covers setting focus, composing a scene, and managing exposure for accurate results. It also explores built-in adjustment tools and filters, along with ideas for creating playful, imaginative photos from fresh angles. The course fee is $30, and garden members receive 20 percent off. Preregistration is required.

Enjoy a luncheon with Alex in Omaha’s Aksarben Village area, then hear updates on characters and series. Take part in a complimentary raffle featuring Alex’s favorite things, and attendees receive hand-picked gifts from Alex. Browse heavily discounted books and merchandise. The program starts with a meet and greet with Alex alongside book and merchandise sales, followed by a plated meal with dessert with chicken or vegetarian options to be determined. After the raffle, there is a presentation and Q&A with Alex. The event concludes with book signing, additional merchandise sales, and time for pictures.

The Game Shoppe hosts casual open play for Marvel Champions, the cooperative card game where players work together to stop notorious villains. New and experienced heroes are welcome, with plenty of chances to test fresh deck ideas, explore different characters, and refine strategies alongside fellow Marvel fans. Participants are encouraged to bring a favorite hero deck, plus any campaign or scenario packs they would like to use. If you are feeling under the weather, please wait until you are well before attending.

Nature Dog will host a casual opportunity to meet adoptable dogs. The list of pups expected to attend will be shared the week of the event.

A meet and greet at Pet Supplies Plus - Omaha gives visitors a chance to meet the dogs in person.

Enjoy a one hour yoga session with Ed that emphasizes breath, mindful movement, and relaxation. You will explore pranayama breathing techniques and smooth, flowing sequences that encourage a strong mind body connection, ease stress, and build flexibility and strength. The practice is suitable for all levels, welcoming both beginners and experienced yogis. Please bring a yoga mat, a water bottle, and wear comfortable clothing. The class takes place at Steiner Academy of Martial Arts in Omaha. It is free for members, and drop-ins are welcome with pricing available upon request.

Old Market Harvest Party is a free fall celebration at Polina Gardens featuring live music from Parfait, a DJ set, games, pumpkin carving, food trucks, autumn themed beverages, giveaways, and additional activities. It offers a mix of entertainment and seasonal flavors in a festive Old Market gathering.

A monthly dinner service takes place at Stephen Center on the third Saturday of each month.

Brad Williams takes the stage at the Holland Performing Arts Center in Omaha. The event welcomes all ages and features reserved seating. A password presale is available with the code BRAD, followed by a general on-sale. Tickets are available online.

Slow Pulp brings a live performance to Slowdown's Main Room with Feller also performing. The show is open to all ages. Tickets are $25 when bought in advance and $30 on the day of the show.

Enjoy a karaoke night at The Brickhouse Sportsbar with DJ Dish helping singers sound their best. The first five participants who perform a challenge song will receive a surprise.

Fifth House in Blackstone sets the scene for a high-energy dance night with a live DJ spinning house, EDM, hip hop, and pop. Drinks and dancing take center stage, and the patio and lighting create an upbeat atmosphere.

A monthly clean-up in Little Bohemia gathers a small but mighty crew to spruce up South 13th Street. Even a 15 minute stint of litter pickup makes a meaningful difference, and when ten people give that amount of time it adds up to more than two hours of care for the neighborhood. Cleanup supplies are provided by Keep Omaha Beautiful. After lending a hand, consider celebrating with brunch at Fizzy’s or a relaxing glass of wine at Idle Wine & Goods. This activity is weather permitting.

Tabletop miniatures take center stage at The Game Shoppe with open play across the Warhammer and miniatures universe. Necromunda often leads the charge, and tables also feature Blood Bowl, Kill Team, Warcry, Battlefleet Gothic, Warhammer Underworlds, and Aeronautica Imperialis. Participants typically bring their own armies, teams, fleets, terrain, and any materials needed for games. The atmosphere supports storytelling, strategy, and friendly matchups among a welcoming community of players. For the comfort of everyone, attendees who are feeling unwell are asked to wait until they are recovered before attending.

A weekly Star Wars Unlimited open play offers three rounds in the Premier format. On the last Sunday of the month, the format switches to Twin Suns.

Discover practical, science-grounded ways to feel better in your body during a two-hour, hands-on workshop focused on fascia-informed self-care. Learn techniques that can ease pain, release tension, and support improved mobility and posture right away. This session welcomes participants ages 12 and up who want safe, sustainable methods to enhance everyday movement and overall quality of life. Participants follow a full-body myofascial self-treatment sequence that addresses common areas of restriction from the feet to the jaw. Time is reserved at the end to focus on personal areas of concern, helping you leave with strategies tailored to your unique needs. Whether you are managing chronic or acute pain, preparing for or recovering from surgery, working to improve posture, mobility, or flexibility, aiming to reduce daily stress and stored tension, or seeking to enhance performance and prevent injury, this workshop offers practical support. Expect guided instruction with take-home notes, personalized coaching to address your own areas of tension, education from local fascia specialists to help you understand and care for your body, and all equipment provided to use during the session and keep afterward. You will gain a clearer understanding of how fascia influences your body and how to care for it with intention. Techniques are fully adaptable for comfort and mobility needs. You do not need to get on the ground or lie on the floor, since everything can be done seated or standing. No prior experience is required. The fee is $85 per person and includes all necessary equipment for continued fascia care at home.

This class offers traditional Kung Fu and Tai Chi training with Sifu Starr in Omaha, with a focus on cultivating mind, body, and spirit. Spanning 1.5 hours at Steiner Academy of Martial Arts, it welcomes everyone from newcomers to seasoned practitioners. Instruction covers Yiliquan Kung Fu forms and techniques, Tai Chi for health and wellness, practical self-defense applications, Chi Gung for internal energy cultivation, and guided work to build balance, flexibility, coordination, meditation, and mindfulness. Participants should bring a water bottle and wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing. Sifu Starr brings decades of experience in traditional Chinese martial arts. The session is free for members, and drop-ins are welcome with pricing available on request.

The Bengali Samiti of Nebraska presents a live Bollywood concert starring celebrated playback singer Kunal Ganjawala at The Garden Theater in Omaha, NE. Honored with Filmfare, IIFA, and Zee Cine awards, Ganjawala performs with a band of musicians from Bollywood for a timeless night of musical magic. Ticket options include $35 for kids, as well as $55, $75, $95, $250, and $500 tiers.