Omaha Freedom Festival 2026

Omaha Freedom Festival: A vibrant Juneteenth celebration, family-friendly daytime events, evening concert + community fireworks
About this Event

Omaha Freedom Festival — Daytime at Miller Park

• The free daytime portion of the festival (12:00 PM–5:00 PM) will take place at Miller Park: 2707 Redick Ave, Omaha, NE 68111.
• As always, the daytime events are completely free with a “Day Pass” (digital or physical) required for entry.

✅ What’s Included (Free Daytime Activities)

During the 12:00–5:00 PM block, attendees can expect:

• Free lunch for attendees — meal ticket upon entrance: includes a hamburger or hot-dog, chips, drink; plus optional popcorn, cotton candy, and snow cones (while supplies last).
• Kidz Zone & Family Activities — rock-climbing wall, carnival games, video-game truck, a virtual reality showcase, arts & crafts, sidewalk chalk, bracelet/button making, photo-booth with printed takeover photos, and more.
• Raffles & Giveaways / Prizes — hourly drawings: children under 15 eligible for bike + helmet raffles; other items such as laptops have been raffled (per previous festivals).
• Health & Community Services — free health screenings, vaccine station, community resource- and outreach-booths from local service providers (health, education, social services, etc.).
• Live Entertainment & Cultural Activities — local musicians and artists, community-resource booths, heritage and history programming, educational booths and community-resource access.

🍔 Food, Refreshments & What’s Free vs. Paid

• During the day, attendees receive a free meal ticket upon entrance (hamburger or hot dog, chips, drink) — while supplies last.
• Additional giveaways like popcorn, cotton candy, snow cones are also offered free when available.
• Food & beverage vendors are on-site — but vendor food beyond the free offerings is generally available for purchase.
• Free refreshments in the Kidz Zone are made possible by sponsors and community partners.
• 💧 FREE WATER ALERT! 💧

M.U.D. is helping keep our community cool and hydrated at the 2026 Omaha Freedom Festival!

M.U.D. will be providing FREE bottled for your water at its water station during the daytime festivities at Miller Park — while supplies last!

Bring the family and get FREE water courtesy of M.U.D.

Stay cool, stay hydrated, and celebrate Juneteenth with us at one of Omaha's biggest community events of the year!

🎟️ What You Need to Know to Attend

• You must get a free “Day Pass” (digital or physical) to attend the 12–5 PM festival.
• Children under 15 must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
• Outside food is not allowed — but there are free meals for participants during the daytime.
• Alcoholic beverages are not sold during daytime; only non-alcoholic drinks or pre-specified vendor offerings.
• Bag and security policies in place: small clear bags or clutches only; screening at entrance.