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Hosted by, Freedomtainment a 501c3 from North Omaha
FESTIVAL MISSION: Educate, Empower, & Entertain the Omaha, Nebraska Community about North Omaha culture while bringing awareness to local, social and business resources.
FESTIVAL MISSION: Educate, Empower, & Entertain the Omaha, Nebraska Community about North Omaha culture while bringing awareness to local, social and business resources.
June 18th, 2022
The Omaha Freedom Festival is hosted by Freedomtainment, a 501c3 non-profit organization located in North Omaha, Nebraska, and celebrates the Juneteenth holiday which honors the emancipation of those enslaved in the United States.
The Festival’s mission is to: Educate, Empower & Entertain the Omaha, Nebraska community about North Omaha culture while bringing awareness to local, social and business resources.
The Festival is made possible by the support of community sponsors, personal donations, and a countless number of volunteers that together, have moved this vision forward to honor the past by bringing the community together in celebration.
Scheduled for June 18, 2022. The festival will provide cultural and historical celebration in addition to education, entertainment and exposure to resources from noon to midnight at the Malcolm X Outside Event Plaza.
Kidz Zone / Family Activities, Educational / Community Info, Free Health Screenings, Vaccine Station, Local Artists / Musicians,
Kidz Zone / Family Activities, Educational / Community Info, Free Health Screenings, Vaccine Station, Local Artists / Musicians, Food & Beverage Vendors Available ($$) Each attendee including children must have a Day Pass accessible (physical or electronic) at entrance for check-in. Children under 15 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. All guests inside the fenced in festival grounds will depart the area by 5:00pm. Those staying for the Concert will need to re-enter and show their paid ticket for admission. VIP ticket holders may re-enter at 6:30pm and general admission at 7:00pm. See FAQ.
Catch the Main Stage festival activities hosted by Gerald M. Kuhn
Catch the Main Stage festival activities hosted by Gerald M. Kuhn
Catch the Kidz Zone festival activities hosted by Houston Alexander
Catch the Kidz Zone festival activities hosted by Houston Alexander
Longtime North Omaha resident and choir member at Salem Baptist Church shares her talent with the community.
Longtime North Omaha resident and choir member at Salem Baptist Church shares her talent with the community.
Check out the new traveling exhibit full of fun, excitement and education
Check out the new traveling exhibit full of fun, excitement and education
Emancipation Proclamation reading in honor of the 51st anniversary of the Black Studies program at UNO
Emancipation Proclamation reading in honor of the 51st anniversary of the Black Studies program at UNO
Houston Alexander, an MMA fighter from North Omaha, will give away 10 bikes with helmets at the top
Houston Alexander, an MMA fighter from North Omaha, will give away 10 bikes with helmets at the top of every hour. Houston Alexander, MMA fighter from North Omaha, will give away 10 bikes with helmets at the top of every hour to a child under 16 years of age present at the festival. Free raffle tickets will be provided to each child's parent upon entry. Thank you to the Black Police Officers Association for donating the bikes and to Union Pacific for providing WE ARE ONE safety helmets. (1 bike/helmet winner per child, parent will be notified via cell phone number provided upon entry on raffle ticket, pick up immediately upon winning)
Nebraska Juneteenth Art Contest winners announced
Nebraska Juneteenth Art Contest winners announced
Hear from the North Omaha elected representative as she shares her vision.
Hear from the North Omaha elected representative as she shares her vision.
Houston Alexander, an MMA fighter from North Omaha, will give away 10 bikes with helmets at the top
Houston Alexander, an MMA fighter from North Omaha, will give away 10 bikes with helmets at the top of every hour. Houston Alexander, MMA fighter from North Omaha, will give away 10 bikes with helmets at the top of every hour to a child under 16 years of age present at the festival. Free raffle tickets will be provided to each child's parent upon entry. Thank you to the Black Police Officers Association for donating the bikes and to Union Pacific for providing WE ARE ONE safety helmets. (1 bike/helmet winner per child, parent will be notified via cell phone number provided upon entry on raffle ticket, pick up immediately upon winning)
Seuss-Sational Science Activities
Seuss-Sational Science Activities
Learn about North Omaha's legacy from a well-respected community historian
Learn about North Omaha's legacy from a well-respected community historian
Financial Literacy discussion for wise decision making in today's economy.
Financial Literacy discussion for wise decision making in today's economy.
Houston Alexander, MMA fighter from North Omaha, will give away 10 bikes with helmets at the top of
Houston Alexander, MMA fighter from North Omaha, will give away 10 bikes with helmets at the top of every hour to a child under 16 years of age present at the festival. Free raffle tickets will be provided to each child's parent upon entry. Thank you to the Black Police Officers Association for donating the bikes and to Union Pacific for providing WE ARE ONE safety helmets. (1 bike/helmet winner per child, parent will be notified via cell phone number provided upon entry on raffle ticket, pick up immediately upon winning)
Learn about the Earned Income Tax Credit program offered thru Family Housing Advisory Services
Learn about the Earned Income Tax Credit program offered thru Family Housing Advisory Services
Hear from the new Director and learn about future foundation initiatives
Hear from the new Director and learn about future foundation initiatives
Seuss-Sational Science Activities
Seuss-Sational Science Activities
Recital by Omaha area students studying string instruments
Recital by Omaha area students studying string instruments
Houston Alexander, MMA fighter from North Omaha, will give away 10 bikes with helmets at the top of
Houston Alexander, MMA fighter from North Omaha, will give away 10 bikes with helmets at the top of every hour to a child under 16 years of age present at the festival. Free raffle tickets will be provided to each child's parent upon entry. Thank you to the Black Police Officers Association for donating the bikes and to Union Pacific for providing WE ARE ONE safety helmets. (1 bike/helmet winner per child, parent will be notified via cell phone number provided upon entry on raffle ticket, pick up immediately upon winning)
Entertainment by local DJ. All attendees must depart the fenced-in festival portion by 5pm to prepare for the
Entertainment by local DJ. All attendees must depart the fenced-in festival portion by 5pm to prepare for the concert!
It's an All-Female Line-up!!! Live Entertainment from National & Local Recording Artists to include: Tink, Changing Faces, Kut
It's an All-Female Line-up!!! Live Entertainment from National & Local Recording Artists to include: Tink, Changing Faces, Kut Klose and Omaha's very own songbird, Enjoli with Timeless. Josh Jones, MC. DJ Chain, Concert DJ. Each attendee including children must have a Purchased Concert Ticket accessible (physical or electronic) at entrance for check-in. No tickets will be sold at the festival. VIP ticket holders may re-enter at 6:30pm and general admission at 7:00pm. Concert starts at 8:00pm. Children under 15 years of age must be accompanied by a responsible adult. See FAQ.
Premier Seating (max 4 per table, not reserved), Chair & Tented Table Provided, Free Buffet Style Food, Access
Premier Seating (max 4 per table, not reserved), Chair & Tented Table Provided, Free Buffet Style Food, Access to Top Shelf Bar ($$) 1 Ticket Per Attendee Needed For Entrance.
Standing Room Only. Food & Beverage vendors available ($$). 1 Ticket per Attendee Needed.
Standing Room Only. Food & Beverage vendors available ($$). 1 Ticket per Attendee Needed.
FESTIVAL DAY PASS
12pm - 5:00pm
Kidz Zone / Family Activities
Educational / Community Info
Free Health Screenings
Local Artists / Musicians
Food & Beverage Vendors Available
1 Ticket Per Attendee Needed
CONCERT GENERAL SEATING
7:00pm - 12am
Live Entertainment
National Artists
Standing Room Only
Gate Opens 7:00pm / Show@8pm
Food & Beverage Vendors Available
1Ticket Per Attendee Needed
CONCERT VIP SEATING
6:30pm - 12am
Premier Seating (max 4 per table)
Chair & Tented Table Provided
Free Buffet Style Food
Access to Top Shelf Bar
Early Admission @ 6:30pm
1Ticket Per Attendee Needed
All prices exclude Eventbrite purchase taxes/fees. For more details, view our Terms & Conditions on Eventbrite. A small amount of physical tickets can be purchased at LeFlore’s Fashions. 1 ticket per attendee required. Freedomtainment and its supporters advise attendees that they may come in contact with COVID-19 and encourage social distancing and safe practices as directed by health officials. Attendees assume all inherent risk by entering the premises. Do not enter the premise if you are experiencing cough, fever or symptoms of illness. Wash hands frequently. Refrain from unnecessary physical contact. Freedomtainment and its stakeholders are not liable for an injury or death of an individual(s). No outside food or beverage. Plan for cashless purchase transactions. See the FAQ webpage for more details.
The Festival is hosted by Freedomtainment, a 501c3 non-profit organization from North Omaha dependent upon the community. We are incredibly thankful to these presenting sponsors for their support in this mission. For a complete listing, see Sponsors.
3448 Evans St, Omaha, NE 68111
12 Noon
Concert Starts:
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