September in Omaha: Pick of the Season

September is here, bringing cooler evenings, the start of fall and a full calendar of things to do around Omaha! From local festivals and live music to apple picking, pumpkin patches, Oktoberfest celebrations and outdoor events, there are plenty of reasons to get out and enjoy the season.

Whether you’re planning a family day out, looking for something fun to do with friends or just ready to soak up everything September has to offer, I’ve gathered some of the best events happening throughout Omaha and the surrounding area. Take a look, mark your calendar and make the most of the month ahead!

Sunflower Festival at Nelson Produce Farm 🌻
Through Mon., Sep. 7 | Nelson Produce Farm
Wander through acres of sunflowers, discover more than 20 varieties, snap some beautiful photos and pick your own blooms to take home.

Omaha Storm Chasers vs. St. Paul Saints ⚾
Tues., Sep. 1 | Werner Park
Head to Werner Park and cheer on the Omaha Storm Chasers as they take on the St. Paul Saints.

Movies on the Green: Coco 🎬
Thurs., Sep. 3 | Granary Green | 7–9 PM
Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy Coco under the stars during the final Movies on the Green of the season.

Vala’s Pumpkin Patch & Apple Orchard 🎃
Fri., Sep. 4–Sun., Nov. 1 | Vala’s Pumpkin Patch
Fall fun is officially back at Vala’s! Spend the day exploring the pumpkin patch, apple orchard, rides, attractions, live entertainment and plenty of seasonal food.

Benson First Friday 🎨
Fri., Sep. 4 | Benson Creative District
Spend the evening exploring Benson with local art, live music, shopping, food and plenty happening throughout the neighborhood.

Afro Fest Omaha 🎶
Sat., Sep. 5 | Sonny’s Builders District | 2–10 PM
Celebrate African and Afro-Diaspora culture with live music, dance, food, fashion, art, local vendors and more in downtown Omaha.

Rally on the Route 🎉
Sat., Sep. 5 | 16th St. between Farnam & Harney | 2–8 PM
Support downtown businesses during this community block party featuring local businesses, food, entertainment and more.

Union Omaha vs. Charlotte Independence ⚽
Sat., Sep. 5 | Morrison Stadium
Cheer on Union Omaha as the Owls take on Charlotte Independence at Morrison Stadium.

Midwest Fest 🛍️
Sun., Sep. 6 | Heartwood Preserve | 11 AM–5 PM
Spend the day shopping local vendors, grabbing something delicious to eat and enjoying live music and entertainment at Heartwood Preserve.

Harvest Party at Mulhall’s 🍂
Sun., Sep. 6 | Mulhall’s | 11 AM–2 PM
Welcome harvest season with BBQ, fresh coffee, live music and plenty of fall favorites at Mulhall’s.

Shadow Ridge Music Festival 🎸
Fri., Sep. 11 | Shadow Ridge Country Club
Spend an evening outdoors with Blues Traveler, Gin Blossoms, Spin Doctors and The Samples at the annual Shadow Ridge Music Festival.

Brew Haha 🍻
Fri., Sep. 11 | Heartwood Park | 5–8:30 PM
Celebrate the 20th Annual Brew Haha with samples from breweries, wineries, distilleries and local eateries while supporting Habitat for Humanity of Omaha.

Old Market Omaha Oktoberfest at Brickway 🥨
Fri., Sep. 11 | Brickway Brewery & Distillery | 5–11 PM
Kick off Oktoberfest season in the Old Market with beer, whisky, seasoned pretzels, raffles, Oktoberfest-inspired food and more.

Fall Festival at Nelson Produce Farm 🎃
Fri., Sep. 11–Sun., Nov. 1 | Nelson Produce Farm
Pick from dozens of pumpkin varieties, tackle the corn maze, enjoy fall treats and spend the day exploring seasonal farm attractions.

Bellevue Berry Farm Fall Season 🎃
Fri., Sep. 11–Sat., Oct. 31 | Bellevue Berry Farm
Enjoy a family-friendly fall day with pumpkins, play areas, farm activities, animals and plenty of seasonal fun.

Little Bo Backyard Bash 🎶
Sat., Sep. 12 | Dundee Bank Parking Lot | 2–8 PM
Head to Little Bohemia for an afternoon of live music, food trucks, drinks, local vendors and neighborhood fun.

Oktoberfest at Big Grove 🥨
Sat., Sep. 12 | Big Grove Brewery Omaha
Celebrate Oktoberfest with German-inspired food, specialty beer, live music and activities for all ages.

Rockbrook Village Art Fair 🎨
Sat.–Sun., Sep. 12–13 | Rockbrook Village
Browse work from 120 talented artists during this two-day outdoor art fair featuring an incredible variety of original art and handmade pieces.

Bluegrass & BBQ at Vala’s 🎻
Sat., Sep. 12, 19 & 26 | Vala’s Pumpkin Patch
Enjoy live bluegrass music on the Cider Mill Stage paired with applewood-smoked Nebraska BBQ from Ethan’s Applewood Smokehouse.

Barktoberfest 🐶
Sun., Sep. 13 | Omaha Dog Bar
Dress your pup in their best Oktoberfest attire and enjoy German beer, giant pretzels, photo ops, a dog costume contest and more.

Heartwood Sunday Social 🀄
Sun., Sep. 13 | Heartwood Park | 2–6 PM | Free
Spend the afternoon playing Mahjong, sipping cocktails, shopping local makers and enjoying a special performance from Opera Omaha artists.

Film Streams on the Green: Knives Out 🎬
Mon., Sep. 14 | Sonny’s at Builders District | Free
Bring a blanket or chair and catch Knives Out outdoors during Film Streams’ free movie series in downtown Omaha.

Union Omaha vs. Spokane Velocity ⚽
Wed., Sep. 16 | Morrison Stadium
Spend a September evening cheering on Union Omaha as the Owls face Spokane Velocity.

Croctoberfest 🐊
Thurs., Sep. 17 & 24 | Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium | 21+
Celebrate Oktoberfest after hours at the zoo with beer halls, food trucks, live music and plenty of Croctoberfest fun.

AppleJack Festival 🍎
Fri.–Sun., Sep. 18–20 & Sat.–Sun., Sep. 26–27 | Nebraska City & Arbor Day Farm
Celebrate Nebraska’s apple harvest with apple picking, cider tastings, apple treats, shopping, activities and special events throughout Nebraska City.

Truck & Tractor Days 🚜
Fri.–Sun., Sep. 18–20 | Nelson Produce Farm
Check out antique tractors, watch a tractor parade, take a tractor ride and enjoy homemade ice cream churned by a John Deere tractor.

Caffeine Crawl Omaha ☕
Sat., Sep. 19 | Various Omaha Locations
Explore some of Omaha’s best coffee, tea and caffeine stops while tasting drinks, meeting local makers and learning more about the city’s coffee scene.

Mert’s Market & Farm 🎃
Sat., Sep. 19–Sun., Oct. 18 | Mert’s Market & Farm, Waterloo | Free Admission
Enjoy a laid-back fall outing with a U-pick pumpkin patch, corn maze and family-friendly farm activities without an admission fee.

Bloom Farm & Pumpkin Patch 🎃
Sat., Sep. 19–Sat., Oct. 31 | Bloom Farm, Avoca
Slow down and enjoy a simple fall day in the country with pumpkins, crisp fall air and a relaxed farm atmosphere.

Omaha Comedy Fest 😂
Thurs.–Sun., Sep. 24–27 | The Backline Comedy Theatre
Catch local and national comedians during four days of live comedy performances, workshops, panels and special events.

Camp Fear 👻
Thurs., Sep. 24–Sat., Oct. 31 | Elkhorn
Get into spooky season at this Halloween-themed campground along the Elkhorn River featuring an outdoor cinema showing horror movies throughout the season.

Blackstone Fall Fest 🍂
Sat., Sep. 26 | Blackstone Alley | 2–8 PM
Welcome fall in Blackstone with local vendors, live music, an outdoor bar and plenty of neighborhood fun.

Film Streams on the Green: Dead Poets Society 🎬
Mon., Sep. 28 | Sonny’s at Builders District | Free
Wrap up September with an outdoor showing of Dead Poets Society during Film Streams’ free movie series at Sonny’s.

RECURRING SEPTEMBER EVENTS

Omaha Farmers Market 🥕
Every Sat. & Sun. through Oct. 11 | Old Market & Aksarben Village | Free
Shop fresh produce, baked goods, handmade products and more from local farmers and makers. Saturdays run 8 AM–12:30 PM in the Old Market and Sundays 9 AM–1 PM in Aksarben Village.

Heartwood Beats & Bites Farmers Market 🎶
Every Fri. through Sep. 25 | Heartwood Park | 5–8:30 PM | Free
Shop farm-fresh produce and handmade goods, grab dinner, play lawn games and enjoy a rotating lineup of live music every Friday evening.

WANT MORE OMAHA WEEKEND FUN?

Looking for even more things to do around Omaha? Follow me on Instagram for Imagine Your Weekend in Omaha, my weekly roundup of local events, activities and things happening around the metro.

Every week, I share what’s coming up for the weekend so you can spend less time searching and more time making plans. Follow along and you might just find your new favorite Omaha event, restaurant or local spot!