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  • Colorful, fun design with overlapping circles spelling "TRIVIA" in white letters, under "NE SciFest" logo on a light gray background. Energetic and playful tone.

    NE SciFest Social Media Trivia

    Science is all around us so let's have some virtual fun! Running every day through the festival we’re bringing back our NE SciFest Social Media Science Trivia. Everyday we will […]

    Free
  • Bright pink background with triangular patterns, featuring a white magnifying glass with a black question mark. Text reads "Scavenger Hunt" and "NE SciFest."

    NE SciFest Scavenger Hunt

    Let's go outside and hunt for science! Download the scavenger hunt (below) and go out and search for science. Ten quests await you - no matter where you live in […]

    Free
  • A blue-green ice cream tub labeled "Lunar Lemon" features a cartoon astronaut on a yellow moon. Text describes a lemon cake flavor with white chocolate, graham crunch and raspberry swirls.

    NE SciFest Ice Cream

    eCreamery Ice Cream & Gelato 5001 Underwood Ave, Omaha, NE, United States

    Available in April - until pints run out, our new NE SciFest signature ice cream flavor from eCreamery: LUNAR LEMON. Lunar Lemon: Lemon Cake Ice Cream, White Chocolate Chips, Graham […]

    varies
  • Man in overalls empties a net of fish into a white bucket at a fish hatchery, surrounded by teal tanks. Another person stands on a fish transport truck.

    North Platte Hatchery

    North Platte Hatchery
    The North Platte Fish Hatchery 444 E State Farm Rd., North Platte, NE, United States

    The North Platte Hatchery is open to the public and tours may be scheduled during normal working hours. Hatchery information is on display at the hatch house. The North Platte […]

  • Painting of a crane with elaborate, colorful wings. The bird's body is sketched in white with a red crown, set against a soft, neutral background.

    Wings Over the Platte

    Wings Over the Platte
    Stuhr Museum 3133 West Highway 34, Grand Island, NE

    Flowing across the heart of the Great Plains, the Platte River has long been a source of life, movement, and inspiration. Wings Over the Platte celebrates the landscapes, waterways, and wildlife that […]

    Free with membership, Daily Admission rates apply for non-members
  • Two prairie grouse display vibrant plumage and raised tail feathers in a grassy field. The foreground bird shows dynamic movement and energy.

    Sharp-tailed grouse viewing at Niobrara State Park

    Niobrara State Park 89261 522 Ave, Niobrara, NE, United States

    Experience the natural wonder of the sharp-tailed grouse mating dance from a grouse viewing blind at Niobrara State Park! This sunrise ritual is an ancient and glorious display from one […]

  • A wastewater treatment plant with large dome-shaped tanks, pipelines, and industrial buildings near a river. The sky is partly cloudy, indicating a clear day.

    Missouri River Wastewater Treatment Plant Tour

    Missouri River Wastewater Treatment Plant 5600 10th St., Omaha, NE, United States

    Come visit the Missouri River Wastewater Treatment Plant for a tour with Conservation Nebraska on April 17th from 6-8pm! The tour will provide an overview of the plant and highlight […]

  • A vivid cosmic scene with stars and a galaxy serves as the backdrop for the "Fred G Dale Planetarium" logo. A crescent moon adds a celestial touch.

    The Fred G. Dale Planetarium

    The Fred G. Dale Planetarium
    Fred G. Dale Planetarium Gulliver Dr., Wayne, NE, United States

    Doors open 20 minutes prior to the start of a show. Planetarium shows generally include a tour of the current night sky, a view of the constellations, and a full-dome […]

    $3 – $5
  • Space-themed poster with "Defending the Dark" text. Starry sky, planets, and galaxies in the background. Three silhouetted figures with shields face the cosmos.

    Defending the Dark – A Special Film Event at Branched Oak Observatory

    Branched Oak Observatory 14300 NW 98th St., Raymond, NE, United States

    The night sky is one of humanity’s oldest shared treasures, yet for many people today the stars are slowly disappearing behind the glow of artificial light. In recognition of International […]

  • A young child intently observes and touches a plasma ball, with colorful reflections on their face. Nearby people suggest a busy, educational environment.

    NE SciFest Public Expo

    The Durham Museum 801 S 10th Street, Omaha, NE

    Join us at the 2026 Free Public Science Expo for fun and engaging hands-on learning opportunities for everyone. The free public expo on April 18 at The Durham Museum will […]

    Free
  • Two smiling girls work together on assembling a small robot with red eyes. One holds a tool. The atmosphere conveys cooperation and excitement.

    Engineer Her Future

    UNL Kiewit Hall 1700 Vine St., Lincoln, NE, United States

    Get ready to dive into the world of engineering and discover what the future holds for aspiring engineers! Put on by the Society of Women Engineers at University of Nebraska-Lincoln, […]