This weekend in Lincoln, NE

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.

Strengthen the basics with a CrossFit foundations class created for adaptive athletes. The program builds core functional fitness skills and supports individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities as they work toward participating in group classes alongside able-bodied participants. Sessions are held on Saturdays, and schedules may change around holidays.

Created for people with diverse abilities, this adaptive boxing class builds coordination, self-defense skills, and overall fitness through a supportive, customized curriculum. Instruction targets both small and large motor skills and supports physical and mental well-being while growing confidence and athletic ability. Offered weekly, the class also serves as a social setting that encourages peer interaction and meaningful friendships.

A henna artist will be in the store every Saturday during the Farmers Market.

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.

Support local veterans and the community they continue to serve at VFW 3606’s Super Club Steak Night, an evening of hearty meals, lively music, and plenty of room to dance. Rich sets the atmosphere with classic country, Elvis favorites, line dancing tunes, audience requests, and good old rock and roll throughout the night. The kitchen features an 8 oz sirloin steak, a 12 oz New York strip steak, a 10 oz hamburger steak, a 10 oz ham steak, and a 5 oz hamburger with cheese, each served with potato, vegetables, salad, and a roll, with coffee available. A kids hamburger meal is offered. A cash bar is available and dessert details will be announced. Open to the public.

Under the glow of the Corn Moon and Harvest Moon, this sound bath centers on calm, reflection, and gratitude. Himalayan singing bowls, crystal bowls, chimes, and other sacred instruments create a soothing soundscape that supports relaxation, helps quiet the mind, and invites appreciation for the abundance of the season. Gentle stillness and intention setting encourage grounding, thankfulness, and a sense of connection with others. Open to all levels, it is held at Empowered Healing. Please bring a yoga mat, a blanket, a pillow, and any comforts that help you feel cozy and supported. Pricing is $39 for a single session or $144 for a four-session option within a six-part series. The experience is designed to leave you feeling rested, renewed, and attuned to the wisdom of the harvest time.

Explore the Japanese art of Kinusaiga, a stitching-free technique for creating painting-like images with fabric. In this calming workshop, you will press scraps into a foam panel to build a richly textured picture. Once finished, your artwork will be set in a 4.5 inch square frame, ready to display or share as a gift. Choose a design from a curated collection of patterns or sketch your own directly onto the board for complete creative freedom. An instructor will guide you through outlining, scoring, and carefully tucking each piece so the result is clean and polished. No prior sewing or craft experience is needed, and the process offers a mindful, touch-focused way to give leftover fabric new life.

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.

Books at the Nook is a relaxed book club where selections are chosen together. The genre changes regularly, ranging from literary fiction to horror and sometimes titles you might not have picked on your own. Gatherings keep things easygoing with simple crafts, occasional drinks and snacks, and engaging conversation. The cost is $30 per month or $80 for three months, and registration is available.