Things to do with kids in Lincoln, NE this weekend
There are 7 kid-friendly events in Lincoln, NE this weekend (Oct 16 to Oct 18), including Loco Lincoln, NE Scavenger Hunt, Open Skate, and Math Room.
Friday
October 16- 11:00 AM Loco Lincoln, NE Scavenger HuntCrescent Moon Coffee · 140 North 8th StreetStart at the coffee shop and explore checkpoints around town in this community scavenger hunt.
- 7:00 PM Open SkateThe BayOpen public skating session for all ages. Bring skates or rent on site for a relaxed, social skate night.
Saturday
October 17- 9:30 AM – 2:30 PM Math RoomLincoln Children's MuseumHands-on activities and exhibits that explore math concepts for kids during weekend museum hours.
- 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM Nebraska Wesleyan Women's Volleyball vs Loras CollegeSnyder ArenaCollege volleyball match and Senior Night with live competition and in-person cheering; streaming link provided for remote viewers.
- 1:00 PM Lincoln Indian Center Pow-Wow 2026A community pow-wow featuring traditional drumming, dancing, vendors and opportunities to see local Indigenous arts.
- 6:05 PM – 9:05 PM Lincoln Stars vs. Sioux City MusketeersThe Ice BoxJunior hockey action with themed Star Wars Night promotions, on-ice entertainment and family-friendly activities.
Sunday
October 18- 11:30 AM – 3:30 PM Math RoomLincoln Children's MuseumSunday hours offering hands-on math exhibits and activities for children and families.
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