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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
  • 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 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • A hand holds a candy sculpture resembling a DNA helix made from red licorice ropes and colorful gummy candies, evoking creativity and playfulness.

    Snacky Science

    Bess Johnson Elkhorn Branch 2100 Reading Plz., Elkhorn, NE, United States

    STEM has never been so sweet! In this hands-on program, kids will explore science and engineering using tasty treats as their tools. From building with snacks to experimenting with edible […]

  • A person slices a fresh cucumber with a sharp knife on a wooden cutting board. The scene conveys a sense of precision and focus in food preparation.

    Cooking Workshop with No More Empty Pots

    W. Clarke Swanson Branch 9101 W. Dodge Rd., Omaha, NE, United States

    Come enjoy a cooking demonstration with No More Empty Pots to learn skills such as nutrition, teamwork, and food safety. The session will feature local, seasonal and garden fresh foods. […]

  • 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