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10 FREE Events in June 2024

May 25, 2024

Lincoln has so many activities and events, especially in the summer. Save your money for ice cream and enjoy these long, summer days.

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  Free Day at History Nebraska-To kick off the summer season, we are waiving admission at all our sites across Nebraska. Experience Nebraska history through unique exhibits, fascinating stories, and objects you can only find at History Nebraska historic sites and museums. June 1

  Downtown Family Day-Downtown Family is back again! For the first time ever, Downtown Lincoln will be hosting an event at Union Plaza! More details to come. June 1

  East Campus Discovery Days-The East Campus Discovery Days and Farmers Market at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln is a fun, family-friendly event for all ages. It’s more than a farmer’s market. It’s more than a science day. June 8

🎼 Jazz in June-An outdoor concert and market. June 4, 11, 18, 25

  Donut Story Time-Help us celebrate National Donut Day! We will read a few donut-themed books, plus of course, we will have donuts! June 7

  Splish Splash Storytime-An interactive storytime at the pool! This free program is co-sponsored by Lincoln City Libraries and Lincoln Parks and Recreation. June 7

🐟Community Fishing Night at Holmes Lake-Look for the Family Fishing Trailer, where loaner rods and reels, bait and fishing instruction are available free to participants. This is the perfect opportunity for people of all ages who have never been fishing or are new to fishing. June 12

  Lincoln Arts Festival-Lincoln Arts Festival brings together artists, arts organizations, and art enthusiasts in an inclusive, accessible venue to create its annual premiere event. June 15 and 16

  2024 Juneteenth Celebration-Join us for our Annual Juneteenth celebration. Free to the public. There will be live entertainment, food, fun for the kids, local vendors, and more! June 15

  Celebrate Pollinators-Join the Prairie Pines Partners and the Nebraska Game and Parks in the arboretum with fun activities all about pollinators and the plants they love!  Activities to increase understanding of pollinator plants, insects and wildlife. June 22