Family events in Lincoln, NE

Pokémon League Night at Millennial Toybox creates a friendly space for trading, battling, and connecting with other fans. Attendees often bring binders and decks to share favorite pulls or simply chat with fellow collectors, and there is no pressure to trade, buy, or be an expert, the focus is on having fun. Open tables are available for casual trading before the tournament begins, and the atmosphere is welcoming to both kids and adults. A Pokémon League tournament is part of the event with a $5 entry fee, open to ages 6 and up. Snacks and drinks are available for purchase, and sealed Pokémon products and single cards are offered while supplies last. Hosted at Millennial Toybox inside Sutter Place Mall, this community-focused gathering aims to stay low key and accessible for newcomers and longtime collectors alike.

Lincoln Cars & Coffee brings specialty vehicles together in the parking lot at the Museum of American Speed. Drivers who display a specialty car receive complimentary coffee, donuts, and admission to the museum. There is no charge to enter a car, and there is no spectator fee to view the outdoor display.

Blink and You’ll Miss It NE 2026 brings cube solvers together at Graduate By Hilton Lincoln in Lincoln, Nebraska, featuring events in 3x3, 2x2, Pyraminx, and Skewb. Participation is limited to 95 competitors.

At Lincoln Children’s Museum, Math Happens is a special temporary experience in Tinker Theater Powered by Molex that reveals how math shows up in everyday life. Kids can dive into interactive puzzles, explore patterns, and tackle problem-solving activities that turn big ideas into playful discoveries. The experience is designed to spark creativity, build confidence, and nurture curiosity about numbers and shapes. This event is free for members and included with admission for the general public.

Kickboxing Friends offers an inclusive strength-training class designed around each participant’s abilities. This low-cost session welcomes children ages 6 to 13 and focuses on meeting kids where they are so everyone can participate comfortably. Use the registration link to sign up, and direct any questions to Jeff Essink. Please note that the schedule may change for holidays.

Faith Lutheran’s annual rib celebration brings families together on the Faith Lutheran campus for local barbecue and warm fellowship. Kids will find additional food choices, while barbecue fans can enjoy plenty of ribs. Cooks can enter a rib competition for two person teams with a $100 entry fee. Ribs are provided, and prizes will honor the best ribs. All proceeds return to the community, with $10,000 donated last year to The Center for People. This year aims for an even greater impact.

Hosted by the Voices for the Voiceless Pet Fund, Westonka Pet Palooza brings pet lovers together at Surfside Bar and Grill for a community-focused fundraiser. The event raises money to support pets whose families are facing financial hardships, with festive activities for families, friends, and their pets.

MōMō Pizzeria & Ristorante hosts a free outdoor celebration that welcomes families and their dogs, with activities across the patio and the outdoor pizza and beer garden. The day features live music from Hot Dealers, a silent auction in a private room, and interactive fun like Picasso Paw Prints, a kids area with face painting, raffle prize drawings, and a wine toss. Food and drinks include pizza, bratwurst, draft beer, canned cocktails, and a specialty cocktail. Proceeds from the event go to Brave Animal Rescue.