Fall is here. I love October-it is such a wonderful time to be outside. Lincoln has so many activities and events and many are FREE, including all of the events listed below. It was hard to make the list this month because there are so many great events (it could easily have been 50 events). Enjoy this month of cooler temps!
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Make & Take Storytime: Room on the Broom-Join us for a fun morning of stories and creativity! We’ll read "Room on the Broom" together and then make a craft that kids can take home.Perfect for little ones who love to listen, imagine, and create. October 9
Scout Expo-Visitors can try their hand at camping skills, outdoor cooking, knot tying, first aid demonstrations, pioneering projects, STEM activities, games, and more! Families will have the chance to meet local Scouts and volunteers, ask questions, and discover how Scouting helps young people build confidence, leadership, character, and lifelong friendships. October 10
Touch-the-Truck- Meet real firefighters. Explore a fire truck up close. Enjoy activities, giveaways, and great food. Bring the whole family and come celebrate our local heroes with us - we'd love to see you there! October 10
Makit Market: Craft Carnival-Join us for carnival themed craft fair! You'll enjoy trick-or-treating at vendor booths (costumes encouraged!), local food trucks, carnival games and of course, an amazing lineup of local makers! October 11
Winnie-the-Pooh's 100th Birthday Celebration-Come celebrate Winnie-the-Pooh and friends 100th birthday! We will be celebrating by making honey slime, searching for the infamous Heffalump, learning about the original books and characters, and much more!October 16
Crossroads Family Fest 2026- Everyone is invited! Every person receives a free hotdog, chips, and drink (while supplies last). Jump on the Hayrack Ride to our Pumpkin Patch where kids can choose their free pumpkin. During the event you can enjoy our GIANT Maze, Petting Zoo, Climbing Wall, Inflatables, Spin Art, Games, Cupcake Walk, Bingo, and MORE! October 17
Fall Family Fun Night-Welcome fall with an evening of autumn-inspired crafts and family fun! Drop in to create festive seasonal crafts, enjoy hands-on activities, and bring home a little piece of fall! October 21
Reptiles of Nebraska-In celebration of October as Nebraska Reptile Month, Nebraska Game & Parks and the School of Natural Resources will be hosting a large-scale family-friendly reptile fun night! Dennis Ferraro (UNL Herpetologist) will be having an exhibit of snakes, lizards and turtles of Nebraska. Along with live animals there will be touch stations, coloring stations, turtle activities, snake activities, and many activity booths dedicated to educating Nebraskans on the importance and awesomeness of native reptiles in our state. October 22
LNK Drive-In Spooky Night! Trunk or Treat & Hocus Pocus!-Come dressed in your best Halloween costume for a chance to win a fun prize! Enjoy a classic film Drive-In Style! Grab your crew and join us. October 23
Día de los Muertos 2026-Join us at the Nebraska History Museum for Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead)! We’ll have activities for everyone in the family to celebrate the holiday! October 31
