Events
From seasonal festivals and swap meets to midways and military planes, there’s always something happening in Sarpy County!
Ferris wheels, skydivers, and dive bombers are as common to the Sarpy County sky as stars in the night. Events celebrating Sarpy County’s military and agricultural heritage are plentiful. During the summer months, you’re sure to find a street dance, a carnival midway, or a parade to enjoy. One of the Midwest’s largest events is held annually in Sarpy County—the Offutt Air Force Base Open House and Air Show. Over 200,000 people gather every June to watch fighter planes grace the sky and to get a hands-on look at America’s military might.
Calendar of Events:
February 23, 2010 La Vista Celebrates 50 Years La Vista City will host series of community events beginning February 23, 2010. Events include summer concert series, outdoor movie nights, arts fair, urban challenge and golf tournament. Founders' Lunch, Kick-off Press Conference, Mural Unveiling www.cityoflavista.org
March 1-31, 2010 Soaring Wings Vineyard 17111 S. 138th Street, Springfield Acoustic Sundays - every Sunday. 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. No cover charge. Check website for details. www.soaringwingswine.com
March 12-14, 2010 Bellevue Little Theater 203 W. Mission, Bellevue Get Back - Super Hits of the 70's. Friday & Saturday 8 pm; Sunday 2pm. This musical show is filled with the greatest hits and fabulous fashions of the 70's, and even offers prizes for audience participation. Tickets $15/adults, $13/seniors, and $7.50/students. 291-1554 for reservations. www.bellevuelittletheatre.com
March 15, 2010 Papio Fun Park 210 East Lincoln St., Papillion 3rd Monday Madness 12 noon - 6:00 p.m. All day FREE PLAY on video games www.papiofunpark.com
March 18, 2010 Ladies Night Out Atrium at Nebraska Crossing 4 pm - 8 pm. Prizes, discounts, style show, demos, refreshments, home based businesses. Rick Tomasso entertainment 6:30 pm. - 8:30 pm. in the Atrium. Classic rock n' roll, classic country, Elvis tribute. Appetizers and cash bar. www.nebraskacrossingoutlets.com
March 19-21, 2010 Bellevue Little Theater 203 W. Mission, Bellevue Get Back - Super Hits of the 70's Friday & Saturday 8 pm., Sundays 2 pm. This musical show is filled with the greatest hits and fabulous fashions of the 70's, and even offers prizes for audience participation. Tickets $15/adults, $13/seniors, and $7.50/students. 291-1554 for reservations. www.bellevuelittletheatre.com
March 20, 2010 City of La Vista La Vista Public Library, 9110 Giles Road Picture La Vista's History 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Experience La Vista's history through various stations, including a slideshow of photos used in the City's new history book, "Creating a Community, La Vista 50 Years". www.cityoflavista.org
March 26-28, 2010 Bellevue Little Theater 203 W. Mission, Bellevue Get Back - Super Hits of the 70's Friday & Saturday 8 pm, Sunday 2 pm. This musical show is filled with the greatest hits and fabulous fashions of the 70's, and even offers prizes for audience participation. Tickets $15/adults, $13/seniors, and $7.50/students. 291-1554 for reservations. www.bellevuelittletheatre.com
April 3, 2010 Sumtur Amphitheater 11691 S. 108th St., Papillion Easter Egg Hunt www.papillion.org
April 1-30, 2010 Soaring Wings Vineyard 17111 S. 138th Street, Springfield Acoustic Sundays - every Sunday. 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. No cover charge. Check website for details. www.soaringwingswine.com
April 11, 2010 Free Concert 324 S. Jackson, Papillion Orchestra Omaha will present a 3 pm concert featuring Russian pianist Yulia Kalashnikova. Admission free; donations welcome. 681-4791 for more information. www.orchestraomaha.org
April 11, 2010 City of La Vista La Vista Community Center, 8116 Park Dr. Walking Tour Kickoff www.cityoflavista.org
April 23-25, 2010 Springfield Artworks 183 Main Street, Springfield A garden art event featuring etched, carved or cast glass garden stakes and unique birdhouse handmade in Nebraska. Friday and Saturday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. and Sunday Noon - 4 p.m. 402-301-9162 www.springfieldartworks.com
April 25, 2010 Kite Flying Festival La Vista Sports Complex, 7346 S. 66th St "Go Fly a Kite in 2010". April is National Kite Flying Month & to celebrate the American Kite Fliers Assoc.& La Vista Parks & Rec. will host the Spring Kite Festival from Noon - 5 pm. Bring the whole family to see some of the world's largest & most creative kites.
April 30, 2010 City of La Vista Champion Park, La Vista Tree Planting/Unveil New Park Concept www.cityoflavista.org
May 1-2, 2010 Nebraska Renaissance Fair & Medieval Pageant Bellevue Pumpkin Patch 11001 S. 48th St, Papillion 8th Annual celebration of European History & World Culture named 'Nebraska's Best Family Fest'. Featuring pirate ship, feasting hall, faerie tree houses, 5 stages of entertainment, children's realm plus much more. See website. $11/$6 tots free. Free parking, paid camping. www.bellevueberryfarm.com
May , 2010 Spring Berry Picking Bellevue Pumpkin Patch 11001 S. 48th St, Bellevue www.bellevueberryfarm.com
May 1, 2010 City of La Vista Art Fair La Vista Public Library, 9110 Giles Road www.cityoflavista.org
May 1-31, 2010 Soaring Wings Vineyard 17111 S. 138th Street, Springfield Acoustic Sundays - every Sunday. 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. No cover charge. Check website for details. www.soaringwingswine.com
May 7-9, 2010 Bellevue Little Theater 203 W. Mission, Bellevue The Odd Couple (Female Version) Friday & Saturday 8 pm., Sunday 2 pm. www.bellevuelittletheatre.com
May 2010 Soaring Wings Vineyard 17111 S. 138th Street, Springfield Friday Night Music - every Friday night. Check website for details. 7:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. $5.00 cover charge. www.soaringwingswine.com
May 14-16, 2010 Bellevue Little Theater 203 W. Mission, Bellevue The Odd Couple (Female Version) Friday & Saturday 8 pm., Sunday 2 pm. www.bellevuelittletheatre.com
May 15, 2010 City of La Vista Pride Day Various Locations www.cityoflavista.org
May 21, 2010 Sumtur Amphitheater 11691 S. 108th St., Papillion Starlight Movie Free - UP. Gates open at 6 pm - movie starts at 9:30 pm www.papillion.org
May 21-23, 2010 Bellevue Little Theater 203 W. Mission, Bellevue The Odd Couple (Female Version) Friday & Saturday 8 pm., Sunday 2 pm. www.bellevuelittletheatre.com
May 27, 2010 Sumtur Amphitheater 11691 S. 108th St., Papillion Swinging in Summer Free Concert - Taxi Driver Gates open at 6 pm - Music starts at 7:30 pm. www.papillion.org
May 27-31, 2010 La Vista Daze La Vista Solid Gold: 50th Anniversary Celebration. Community cook out, carnival, vendors, fireworks, parade, climbing wall, concert. www.cityoflavista.org
May 29-31, 2010 Midwest Renaissance Festival 17272 Giles Road, La Vista Live jousting, food, merchants, live stages. Admission $10 www.midwestrenfest.com
May 31, 2010 Memorial Day Shadow Lake Towne Center, Papillion Memorial Day Celebration for the entire family. www.shadowlakeshopping.com
June 2010 Annual Quilt Show 2402 Clay Street. Bellevue, NE Annual quilt show featuring 50+ quilts, old and new, various styles. Something for everyone. Plus our annual quilt raffle. Admission $2.00 adults; $1.00 Seniors; $.50 children.
June 3, 2010 Sumtur Amphitheater 11691 S. 108th St., Papillion Swinging in Summer Free concert. Black Squirrels. Gates open at 6 pm - music starts at 7:30 pm. www.papillion.org
June 4-25, 2010 Shadow Lake Towne Center Highway 370 and 72nd St. Papillion Sounds of Summer Concert Series - Free outdoor concert every Friday night. Featuring live, local music. 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. www.shadowlakeshopping.com
June 1-30, 2010 Soaring Wings Vineyard 17111 S. 138th Street, Springfield Friday Night Music - every Friday night. Check website for details. 7:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. $5.00 cover charge. www.soaringwingswine.com
June 6, 2010 La Vista 50 Golf La Vista Falls Golf Course www.cityoflavista.org
June 1-30, 2010 Soaring Wings Vineyard 17111 S. 138th Street, Springfield Acoustic Sundays - every Sunday. 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. No cover charge. Check website for details. www.soaringwingswine.com
June 10, 2010 Sumtur Amphitheater 11691 S. 108th St., Papillion Swinging in Summer Free Concert - 112 North Duck. Gates open at 6 pm - music starts at 7:30 pm www.papillion.org
June 11, 2010 Sumtur Amphitheater 11691 S. 108th St. Papillion Free movie - Madagascar II. Gates open at 6 pm, movie starts at 9:30 pm. www.papillion.org
June 11-13, 2010 Springfield Days Sarpy County Fairgrounds Parade, craft show, BBQ, fireworks, street dance, vendors. Fun for the whole family. www.springfieldnebraska.com
June 13, 2010 Sumtur Amphitheater 11691 S. 108th St., Papillion Nebraska Wind Symphony - Free Concert. Gates open at 6 m. Performance starts at 7 pm. www.papillion.org
June 17, 2010 Sumtur Amphitheater 11691 S. 108th St., Papillion Swinging in Summer Free Concert - Mercury. Gates open at 6 pm, music starts at 7:30 pm. www.papillion.org
June 17-20, 2010 Papillion Days 2010 City Park, Papillion Parade, carnival, tractor pull, kiddie parade, Papillion's Got Talent, youth dance, adult dance, bands, BBQ contest, pony rides, vendors. www.papillionfoundation.org
June 19, 2010 Nebraska Crossing Mall I-80 Exit 432. Gretna Volkswagen Car Show www.nebraskacrossingoutlets.com
June 24, 2010 Sumtur Amphitheater 11691 S. 108th St., Papillion Swinging in Summer Gates open at 6 pm, music starts at 7:30 pm www.papillion.org
June 25, 2010 Sumtur Amphitheater 11691 S. 108th St., Papillion Starlight Movie - Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs. Gates open at 6 pm - movie starts at 9:30 pm. www.papillion.org
June 25, 2010 Outdoor Movie Night - La Vista La Vista Jr. High, 7900 Edgewood Blvd. www.cityoflavista.org
June 26, 2010 Soaring Wings Vineyard 17111 S. 138th Street, Springfield Spring Wine & Blues Festival. Top blues acts perform in an all day wine, food & blues extravaganza. Enjoy world class wine & blues. Hot air balloon launches close out the day. $20 adults 21 & older includes a glass of wine, $15 12-21, under 12 free. www.soaringwingswine.com
June 27, 2010 Sumtur Amphitheater 11691 S. 108th St., Papillion Special Olympics Fundraiser - Open to the public. www.papillion.org
July 1, 2010 Sumtur Amphitheater 11691 S. 108th St., Papillion Swinging in Summer Free Concert - USAF Heartland of America Band. Gates open 6 pm concert starts at 7:30 pm www.papillion.org
July 2010 Annual Quilt Show 2402 Clay Street. Bellevue, NE Annual quilt show featuring 50+ quilts, old and new, various styles. Something for everyone. Plus our annual quilt raffle. Admission $2.00 adults; $1.00 Seniors; $.50 children.
July 1-30, 2010 Soaring Wings Vineyard 17111 S. 138th Street, Springfield Friday Night Music - every Friday night. Check website for details. 7:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. $5.00 cover charge. www.soaringwingswine.com
July 2-30, 2010 Shadow Lake Towne Center Highway 370 and 72nd St. Papillion Sounds of Summer Concert Series - Free outdoor concert every Friday night. Featuring live, local music. 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. www.shadowlakeshopping.com
July 1-31, 2010 Soaring Wings Vineyard 17111 S. 138th Street, Springfield Acoustic Sundays - every Sunday. 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. No cover charge. Check website for details. www.soaringwingswine.com
July 8 -11, 2010 Sumtur Amphitheater 11691 S. 108th St., Papillion Sound of Music. Ticketed event gates open at 6 pm www.papillion.org
July 9, 2010 La Vista Summer Concert Series La Vista Public Library, 9110 Giles Road www.city oflavista.org
July 10, 2010 La Vista Urban Challenge www.cityoflavista.org
July 15-17, 2010 Sumtur Amphitheater 11691 S. 108th St., Papillion Sound of Music. Ticketed event gates open at 6 pm www.papillion.org
July 16-17, 2010 River Fest 2010 Haworth Park, Bellevue Community Festival includes sanctioned KCBS BBQ State of NE championship, music festival, 5k run and KidZone including Pancake man, karaoke, arts and crafts, fireworks and more. www.bellevuenebraska.com
July 16-18, 2010 Gretna Days Gretna, NE Parade, vendors, carnival, family fun for everyone. www.gretnachamber.com
July 16, 2010 La Vista Outdoor Movie Series La Vista Public Library, 9110 Giles Road www.cityoflavista.org
July 23, 2010 Sumtur Amphitheater 11691 S. 108th St., Papillion Starlight Movie - Hotel for Dogs. Free movie gates open at 6 pm; movie starts at 9:30 pm www.papillion.org
July 23, 2010 La Vista Summer Concert Series La Vista www.cityoflavista.org
July 24, 2010 Sumtur Amphitheater 11691 S. 108th St., Papillion Barbara and Frank Concert - The concert that never was! Barbara Streisand, played by Sharon Owens and Frank Sinatra, played by Sebastian Anzaldo. Gates open at 6 pm with performances starting at 8 pm. 402-597-2041 www.papillion.org
July 24, 2010 National Day of the American Cowboy Bellevue Berry Patch 11001 S. 48th St, Papillion Cowboy entertainment and Nebraska cowboy history. Covered wagon rides, country western bands, cowboy shoot outs, John Wayne look alike contest, square dancers, hayrack rides, vendors and much more. www.bellevueberryfarm.com
July 25, 2010 Sumtur Amphitheater 11691 S. 108th St., Papillion Special Olympics Fundraiser - open to the public www.papillion.org
July 30, 2010 La Vista Outdoor Movie Series La Vista Jr. High, 7900 Edgewood Blvd. www.cityoflavista.org
July 31, 2010 Sumtur Amphitheater 11691 S. 108th St., Papillion Ticketed event - comedian Matt Gieler www.papillion.org
August 1, 2010 Sumtur Amphitheater 11691 S. 108th St., Papillion Justin Moore Country Music Concert. Gates open at 4:30 pm with concert to start at 6 pm. www.papillion.org
August 1-31, 2010 Soaring Wings Vineyard 17111 S. 138th Street, Springfield Friday Night Music - every Friday night. Check website for details. 7:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. $5.00 cover charge. www.soaringwingswine.com
August 1-31, 2010 Soaring Wings Vineyard 17111 S. 138th Street, Springfield Acoustic Sundays - every Sunday. 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. No cover charge. Check website for details. www.soaringwingswine.com
August 1, 2010 Splash Bash La Vista Swimming Pool www.cityoflavista.org
August 2010 Annual Quilt Show 2402 Clay Street. Bellevue, NE Annual quilt show featuring 50+ quilts, old and new, various styles. Something for everyone. Plus our annual quilt raffle. Admission $2.00 adults; $1.00 Seniors; $.50 children.
August 4-8, 2010 Sarpy County Fair Sarpy County Fairgrounds The Sarpy County Fair provides all the fun you expect at a county fair; a rodeo complete with buckin' bronc, carnival rides, interesting exhibits, live entertainment and tractor pull. Parade, demolition derby, beer garden and crafts. www.sarpyfair.com
August 6-8, 2010 Nebraska Crossing Mall I-80 Exit 432. Gretna Vintage Motorcycle Show www.nebraskacrossingoutlets.com
August 6-27, 2010 Shadow Lake Towne Center Highway 370 and 72nd St. Papillion Sounds of Summer Concert Series - Free outdoor concert every Friday night. Featuring live, local music. 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. www.shadowlakeshopping.com
August 6, 2010 Summer Concert Series La Vista Public Library, 9110 Giles Road www.cityoflavista.org
August 7, 2010 Sumtur Amphitheater 11691 S. 108th St., Papillion Music Fest www.papillion.org
August 7, 2010 Back to School Bash Shadow Lake Towne Center, Papillion Celebration for teachers and students. www.shadowlakeshopping.com
August 8, 2010 Summer Concert Series La Vista www.cityoflavista.org
August 13, 2010 Sumtur Amphitheater 11691 S. 108th St., Papillion Starlight Movie - Blindside. Free movie - gates open at 6 pm, movie starts at 9:30 pm www.papillion.org
August 13, 2010 Outdoor Movie Night - La Vista La Vista Public Library, 9110 Giles Road www.cityoflavista.org
August 14, 2010 Nebraska Crossing Mall I-80 Exit 432. Gretna Semi Truck Show www.nebraskacrossingoutlets.com
August 14, 2010 Sumtur Amphitheater 11691 S. 108th St., Papillion Special Olympics Fundraiser - Open to the public www.papillion.org
August 15, 2010 Sumtur Amphitheater 11691 S. 108th St., Papillion PAC Band - Free concert - gates open at 6 pm, performance at 7 pm. www.papillion.org
August 20-22, 2010 Arrows to Aerospace Mission Ave & Washington Park, Bellevue Parade Saturday 10 a.m. Washington Park activities 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Carnival Friday & Saturday 5 pm - 11 pm. Community Festival includes parade, carnival, downhill run, kids arts & crafts, kids inflatables, the Pancake Man, pet idol contest & more. www.bellevuenebraska.com
August 20, 2010 Concert "1964....The Tribute" Pay Pal Parking Lot, La Vista www.cityoflavista.org
August 21, 2010 Sumtur Amphitheater 11691 S. 108th St., Papillion Cabaret & Cabernet. ticketed event - gates open at 6 pm - performance at 7:30 pm www.papillion.org
August 21-22, 2010 Nebraska Crossing Mall I-80 Exit 432. Gretna Wounded Warrior Fund raiser car show. www.nebraskacrossingoutlets.com
August 22, 2010 Sumtur Amphitheater 11691 S. 108th St., Papillion Sarpy Serenaders free concert. gates open at 6 pm, performance at 7 pm. www.papillion.org
August 27, 2010 La Vista 50 Night at Omaha Royals Rosenblatt Stadium www.cityoflavista.org
August 28-29, 2010 Defenders of Freedom Air Show Offutt Air Force Base Flight demonstrations, Army parachute team, K-9 performance and the Blue Angels. Free Admission
September 2010 Arts Fair La Vista Dates TBA www.cityoflavista.org
September 1, 2010 Bellevue Pumpkin Patch 11001 S. 48th St., Papillion How the West Was FUN Fest. Featuring a country western music talent show and apple pie bake off. www.bellevueberryfarm.com
September 1-30, 2010 Soaring Wings Vineyard 17111 S. 138th Street, Springfield Friday Night Music - every Friday night. Check website for details. 7:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. $5.00 cover charge. www.soaringwingswine.com
September 1-30, 2010 Soaring Wings Vineyard 17111 S. 138th Street, Springfield Acoustic Sundays - every Sunday. 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. No cover charge. Check website for details. www.soaringwingswine.com
September 10, 2010 Sumtur Amphitheater 11691 S. 108th St., Papillion Patriot Day Tribute. Open to the public www.papillion.org
September 18-October 31, 2010 Scary Acres 17272 Giles Road, La Vista 4 attractions, haunted castle, haunted woods, house on the hill, the stalks corn maze. 6:30 - 10:30 pm www.scaryacres.com
September 19, 2010 Nebraska Crossing Mall I-80 Exit 432. Gretna Mustang car show www.nebraskacrossingoutlets.com
September 25, 2010 Soaring Wings Vineyard 17111 S. 138th Street, Springfield Harvest Festival. The harvest is in & to celebrate we are throwing a big party & you are invited. Pop country & folk rock music, great bbq, international award winning wine. Enjoy wine & music & cork tossing or the grape stomping contests. $12 adults, $7 12-21, 12 & under free. www.soaringwingswine.com
September 25-26, 2010 Midlands Pirate Festival Bellevue Pumpkin Patch 11001 S. 48th St, Bellevue Family fun with historical buccaneers & folktale pirates. Full scale pirate ship, pirate cove, feasting hall, 4 stages entertainment plus much more. Check web site. Pumpkin harvest kick-off & night time Halloween attractions and a new theme park. Admission$11/$6, tots free. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. www.midlandspiratefest.com
September 25-30, 2010 Vala's Pumpkin Patch Festival 12103 S. 180th Street, Gretna A 5-week fall festival with over 37 attractions and 3 live shows. Take a hayride, see the pumpkin eating dragon, a pumpkin launcher, pig races, a cornfield maze, and more. Admission $12.25 per person. Open daily 9 am - 9 pm. www.valaspumpkinpatch.com
September 27, 2010 Sumtur Amphitheater 11691 S. 108th St., Papillion Domestic Violence Vigil. Open to the public. Gates open at 6 pm, event starts at 7 pm. www.papillion.org
October 1-31, 2010 Soaring Wings Vineyard 17111 S. 138th Street, Springfield Acoustic Sundays - every Sunday. 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. No cover charge. Check website for details. www.soaringwingswine.com
October 1-31, 2010 Vala's Pumpkin Patch 12103 S. 180th Street, Gretna A 5-week fall festival with over 37 attractions and 3 live shows. Take a hayride, see the pumpkin eating dragon, a pumpkin launcher, pig races, a cornfield maze, and more. Admission $12.25 per person. Open daily 9 am - 9 pm. www.valaspumpkinpatch.com
November 2010 Soaring Wings Vineyard 17111 S. 138th Street, Springfield Acoustic Sundays - every Sunday. 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. No cover charge. Check website for details. www.soaringwingswine.com
November 1-7, 2010 Dine Out La Vista Week La Vista Restaurants www.cityoflavista.org
November 6, 2010 Veteran's Day Parade Mission Ave., Old Towne Bellevue Patriotic parade to honor the military services. www.bellevuenebraska.com
November 11, 2010 Veterans' Day Event Embassy Suites, La Vista Honors Ceremony www.cityoflavista.org
November 24, 2010 Holiday Tree Lighting Shadow Lake Towne Center, Papillion Kick off the holiday season with a family tradition. www.shadowlakeshopping.com
November 26, 2010 Winter Wonderland 122 East Third, Papillion Tree lighting ceremony, free hot chocolate, carriage rides, Santa visits, huge bon fire. Down town specialty shops open with free crafts. Story time at library. www.papillionfoundation.org
November 27, 2010 World Fest Lied Activity Center 2700 Arboretum Drive, Bellevue Bellevue's kickoff to the holiday season. The day long event features Christmas cultures and customs from around the world. Live entertainment, vendors, plus much more. www.bellevueworldfest.com
December 1-31, 2010 Soaring Wings Vineyard 17111 S. 138th Street, Springfield Acoustic Sundays - every Sunday. 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. No cover charge. Check website for details. www.soaringwingswine.com
December 4, 2010 Papillion Community Foundation Holiday Luncheon 520 Lincoln Street, Papillion Holiday Luncheon (formerly Olde German Christmas) Candle light luncheon, oral and silent auction, raffle, door prizes and entertainment. Doors open at 10:30 a.m.; lunch 11:30 a.m. For tickets contact Papillion Community Foundation. 331-3917. www.papillionfoundation.org
December 31, 2010 To the Nines on New Year's Eve Embassy Suites, La Vista Hosted by La Vista Foundation www.cityoflavista.org
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