OPEN OMAHA

Open Omaha is everyone’s chance to catch a behind-the-scenes look at the fascinating spaces that shape our city.

2023 preview featuring Omaha Mayor Jean Stothert. Video courtesy of Noddle Companies and Kevin Kaboore.

Block of text reading "Mark your calendars - August 5th & 6th"

Open Omaha returns for its second year on August 5th – 6th, 2023. For one weekend only, dozens of historic landmarks, creative spaces, sacred sites, and other hidden gems will open their doors in a city-wide showcase of the uniqueness that makes the Omaha-Council Bluffs metro such a marvelous place.

Open Omaha is curated to inspire, built for all-ages, and FREE to attend.

Hot Shops Art Center | Squirrel Cage Jail | Bemis Center for Contemporary Arts

Open Omaha is back, with even more amazing venues to see in 2023!

Spread across more than 60 intriguing sites, Open Omaha invites you to join and EXPLORE YOUR CITY. Most sites will be open from 10am-5pm each day.

See the full listing of Open Omaha 2023 venues here – and start planning your path of discovery!

Click the map above to view a printable Event Guide

Open Omaha is seeking friendly faces to join an amazing team of volunteers across the metro!

Millwork Commons | Heartland Bike Share | The Union for Contemporary Art

Browse the venues & plan your Open Omaha weekend!

The custom-built Open Omaha app is your ticket to explore the city. Inside you’ll discover previews of all Open Omaha venues. Find details such as open hours and accessibility, while learning about the unique history and design of each venue and the amazing organizations within.

GENE LEAHY MALL AT THE RIVERFRONT | JPII NEWMAN CENTER | B&B SPORTS ACADEMY | BARNATO | CULXR HOUSE

Navigate the metro with ease.

Thanks to our generous event sponsors, Open Omaha attendees can ride any Metro Transit bus fare-free during the event. When boarding, just show the bus driver the Open Omaha app home screen or the printed event guide and you’ll be on your way! Click on a venue to find the closest stop.

Visit myride.ometro.com or download the MyRide OMA app to plan your trip and track your bus in real time.