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EXHIBITIONS
Through April 27 at the Durham Museum, 801 S 10th St.
This immersive and multi-sensory exhibit will bring one of America’s most loved and iconic figures to life.
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Through May 4 at the Durham Museum, 801 S 10th St.
Embark on a thrilling paleontology adventure and witness the latest discovery in Antarctica: Dinosaurs!
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Through May 4 at Joslyn Museum, 2200 Dodge St.
In the city of the Golden Spike, the railroad and its relationships with industrialization are explored through paintings by American artists.
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Through May 4 at Joslyn Museum, 2200 Dodge St.
Alec Soth flips through humanity in his photo books on display in the Riley CAP Gallery to form narratives about the experience of life.
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Through May 4 at the Bemis Center, 724 S 12th St.
Originally organized by the Minneapolis Institute of Art, this exhibit will feature collections of photographs showing the regular day’s work for abortion clinics and other healthcare staff.
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Through May 4 at the Bemis Center, 724 S 12th St.
Nine artists come together in this exhibition to focus on the ideas of abstraction and how many mediums of art can blend together in the artistic experience.
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May 5 – 31 at Ming Toy Gallery, 6066 Maple St.
Dennison employs the material and structure of pottery in his work, designed as a metaphor for facing the problems that come up in everyday life.
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mingtoygallery.com
May 9 – 10 at Hot Shops Art Center, 1301 Nicholas St.
The eclectic collection of artists at the Hot Shops is showing off their skills and final products during this special event, where all are invited.
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hotshopsartcenter.org
Through May 15 at Nebraska History Museum, 131 Centennial Mall N, Lincoln.
Staying warm for the winter has always been a challenge, and this exhibit aims to showcase the different methods people have used throughout history.
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Through May 18 at SAC Aerospace Museum, 28210 West Park Hwy.
Go through the motions of exploring and learning about space just like an astronaut would.
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sacmuseum.org
Through May 18 at Lauritzen Gardens, 100 Bancroft St.
Childhood toys and nature collide in this exhibit of Kenney’s 18 LEGO sculptures featuring plants, animals, and bugs.
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lauritzengardens.org
April 2-May 31 at Great Plains Black History Museum, 2221 N 24th St.
This exhibit will emphasize the struggle of the Jim Crow era and the “separate but equal” laws and mindsets still in place after legal equality for all races was established.
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Through Sept. 4 at the Joslyn Museum, 2200 Dodge St.
Henry Payer uses Indigenous ribbon work to showcase the cultural landscape in modern Nebraska.
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March 22-Aug. 24 at Joslyn Museum, 2200 Dodge St.
This exhibit features printmaking and dives in to how the art form informs the history and culture of Japan.
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CONCERTS
May 1 & 2 at Steelhouse, 1100 Dodge St.
Bringing EDM to center stage, LSDREAM & CloZee are also using this as an opportunity to raise money for charities providing hurricane relief and food security.
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steelhouseomaha.com
May 3 & 4 at Holland Performing Art Center, 1200 Douglas St.
Watch the classic Disney animated film as the Omaha Symphony performs this moving score live.
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o-pa.org
May 4 at the Admiral Theater, 2234 S 13th St.
Mental health is incredibly important to this group, showcased through the lyrics and messages of their Semicolon Tour.
May 7 at The Astro, 8302 City Centre Dr.
Join Shepherd and Rush for a night of blues-rock fusion and fun.
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theastrotheater.com
May 8 at Waiting Room Lounge, 6212 Maple St.
The Canadian emo group is coming to America, performing their 2022 album Never Before Seen, Never Before Found along with their newest single, Funny Face.
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waitingroomlounge.com
May 9-10 at Holland Performing Arts Center, 1200 Douglas St.
The singer-songwriter’s U.S. tour has begun, also showcasing his piano capabilities.
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omahasymphony.org
May 12 at Admiral Theater, 2234 S 13th St.
The Send a Prayer My Way Tour is heading this way, featuring a country album wrought with emotions and political assertions.
May 13 at Waiting Room Lounge, 6212 Maple St.
Record label co-owner of 100% Electronica, Clanton is bringing the fuzz-pop sound with him on stage with special guest Slater.
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waitingroomlounge.com
May 15 at Waiting Room Lounge, 6212 Maple St.
The alt-indie sound weaves its way on stage as Spellling’s March 28th album release Portrait of My Heart is fresh in audience ears.
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waitingroomlounge.com
May 16 at The Astro, 8302 City Centre Dr.
The Am I Okay? Tour showcases Moroney’s country upbringing and emotional lyrics.
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theastrotheater.com
May 17 at Steelhouse, 1100 Dodge St.
The rock tribute band began in 1988 and is now celebrating 50 years since the original release of “Wish You Were Here” by touring this new show.
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steelhouseomaha.com
May 18 at The Joslyn, 2200 Dodge St.
The Symphony Joslyn series in coming to an end with this final performance of Brandenburg 5 and Scottish melodies.
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joslyn.org
May 21 at Steelhouse, 1100 Dodge St.
This Colorado jam band with their own record label has been releasing music since 1997, coming to Omaha to showcase their psychedelic sound.
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steelhouseomaha.com
May 24 at Admiral Theater, 2234 S 13th St.
A tribute band curated by George Harrison’s sister Louise, these musicians will take audience from beginning to end of The Beatles’ career.
May 25 at Waiting Room Lounge, 6212 Maple St.
Heavy metal and anarchist political views expressed through song are smashing onto stage with the combination of these groups.
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waitingroomlounge.com
May 27 at Waiting Room Lounge, 6212 Maple St.
For over 30 years, this band has been creating a true and unique rock-and-roll sound and is now touring their album created during Covid.
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waitingroomlounge.com
May 30-31 at Holland Performing Arts Center, 1200 Douglas St.
Composer Angélica Negrón’s Moriviví is performed by pianist Joyce Yang, followed by Shostakovich’s Symphony No. 5.
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o-pa.org
STAGE PERFORMANCES
Through May 4 at Rose Theater 2011 Farnam St.
Pete and Jimmy adventure to help Jimmy with second grade art class.
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rosetheater.org
Through May 11 at Omaha Community Playhouse, 6915 Cass St.
Jimmy Buffet’s most classic songs come to life as audiences follow Tully on the path to his dreams.
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omahaplayhouse.com
May 2 – Jun 1 at Omaha Community Playhouse, 6915 Cass St.
Set in the 1970s, this live mariachi band musical follows Lucha and her family as they break the boundaries of embodying mariachi.
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omahaplayhouse.com
May 1 at Orpheum Theater, 409 S 16th St.
The thrilling story of Cesare, Cleopatra, and the political and personal situations they fall into.
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orpheumtheateromaha.com
May 9-11 & 16-19 at Chanticleer Theater, 1001 S 6th St.
Follow the residents of Chinquapin into the beauty salon and the world of drama it has in store.
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paceartsiowa.org
May 10 at Steelhouse, 1100 Dodge St.
Omaha is the very last, but certainly not the least, stop on “the Struggle is Real!” tour. Bored Teachers dedicate their time not only to comedy, but also the serious parts of educator’s lives.
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steelhouseomaha.com
May 22 – Jun. 22 at Bluebarn Theater, 1106 S 10th St.
Prohibition, romance, and raging jealousy combine in this production, based on a poem by the same name.
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bluebarn.org
May 30 at Steelhouse, 1100 Dodge St.
This performance by the Emmy nominee follows the release of his Peacock comedy special “Up Here Killing Myself”.
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steelhouseomaha.com
May 30 at CHI Health Center, 455 N 10th St.
Comedian and actor skill sets combine for Shane Gillis, whose Netflix comedy special “Beautiful Dogs” has been airing successfully since 2023.
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chihealthcenteromaha.com
FAMILY, FESTIVALS, AND MORE
Apr. 25-27 & May 2-4 at Sycamore Farms, 1150 River Road Dr.
Get all the music, food, and vintage items your heart desires at the spring edition of this festival.
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junkstock.com
May 1-4 at The Rose Theater, 2001 Farnam St.
The best and brightest of Omaha’s teen script writers display their works of varying genres.
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rosetheater.org
May 3 at Venues at The Granary, 5555 Granary Plaza.
Bring the Kentucky Derby feel while dressed in derby attire and watching the horses race.
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papillionfoundation.org/derbyday
May 3 at Slowdown, 729 N 14th St.
This dance party is set to draw a crowd of 2000s music lovers and lots of low-rise jeans.
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theslowdown.com
May 3 at Lauritzen Gardens, 100 Bancroft St.
View the night sky and all it holds through telescopes set up in the Rose Garden. Ages 16+.
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lauritzengardens.org
May 3 at Baxter Arena, 2425 S 67th St.
Join Christian speakers and participants for a day of worship and making connections between Christianity and career success.
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baxterarena.com
May 5 at CHI Health Center, 455 N 10th St.
The long-running TV program comes front and center for an Omaha smack-down with wrestlers like Rhea Ripley and Seth Rollins.
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chihealthcenteromaha.com
May 9-10 at Stinson Park, 2285 S 67th St.
With fifteen wineries and lots of food vendors, there is no shortage of a good time while festival-goers become sommeliers.
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toastwinefest.org
May 9 – 11 in South Omaha.
Celebrate 105 years of Mexican festivals happening in Omaha with parades, music, business opportunities, and good food.
May 18 at CHI Health Center, 455 N 10th St.
Meet the professionals ready to start the wedding journey with you. Gowns, honeymoons, photographers, and more await.
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chihealthcenteromaha.com
May 22 at Holland Performing Arts Center, 1200 Douglas St.
In collaboration with the Fashion Arts Collective, this clothing is infused with technology to give deaf audiences a musical experience.
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o-pa.org
May 23 at Admiral Theater, 2234 S 13th St.
Three bingo rounds, confetti, rave music, and dance offs are all in store at this 21+ bingo extravaganza.
May 29 at The Relevant Center, 21220 Elkhorn Dr.
Walk the red carpet alongside the best of Omaha’s sporting community and watch the see the winners of the Omaha Sports Commission Awards.
May 30 – Jun. 1 at CHI Health Center, 455 N 10th St.
The sport that has taken the country by storm hosts a fabulous pickle ball experience that has competition, prizes, and evening events.
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chihealthcenteromaha.com
May 31- Jun. 2 at Heartland of America Park, 800 Douglas St.
Join the restaurants of Omaha in celebrating the city’s diversity of delicacies and watching performances all day long.
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