Friday, July 3

Ralston Independence Eve Celebration
4:00 – 6:30 pm — Archives Museum open house (5515 Woodlawn Ave)
5:30 – 7:30 pm — Picnic on the Green & pie bake-off, live music (Granary Green, 7401 Main St)
7:00 – 9:30 pm — Family street dance (77th & Main St)
8:30 – 11:30 pm — Lemon Fresh Days concert, 21+ (Granary Green)
10:00 pm — Fireworks (Liberty First Credit Union Arena, 73rd & Q St)
Ralston, NE 68127
Evening-long kickoff to Ralston’s celebration of America’s 250th birthday.
https://www.cityofralston.com/1334/Ralstons-Independence-Day-Celebration-Ju

Storm Chasers Freedom Weekend, Night 1 + Fireworks
7:05 pm first pitch
Werner Park
12356 Ballpark Way
Papillion, NE 68046
Patriotic night vs. the Indianapolis Indians with military tributes; after the game, fans can watch the fireworks from the outfield grass.
Tickets at omahastormchasers.com or (402) 738-5100.
https://www.milb.com/omaha/news/storm-chasers-reveal-2026-promotional-schedule

Mayor’s Summer Concert Series: The Jimmy Weber Band
7:30 pm
SumTur Amphitheater
11691 S 108th St
Papillion, NE 68046
Launch of Papillion’s new Mayor’s Summer Concert Series — Sarpy County’s own Jimmy Weber with professional musicians from across the country. Tickets: $12 online at sumtur.org or $10 in person at Papillion Landing or the SumTur box office (taxes and fees included). Active duty, veterans, and retired military can reserve up to 4 free tickets at sumtur.org.
https://www.sumtur.org

Saturday, July 4

Ralston Independence Day + Parade
7:30 – 9:00 am — Optimist fun run/walk
9:15 – 9:45 am — America 250 kickoff ceremony (Independence Square)
10:00 am — Children’s parade (line up 9:30 at 77th & Main)
1:00 pm — Main parade (80th & Highland St, east on Oakwood/Miller Ave, ending at Main & 73rd St)
3:30 – 4:30 pm — After-parade cool down party (Granary Green)
Ralston, NE 68127
One of Nebraska’s largest Independence Day celebrations, running since 1960.
https://www.cityofralston.com/1334/Ralstons-Independence-Day-Celebration-Ju

Storm Chasers Freedom Weekend, Night 2 + Fireworks
7:05 pm first pitch
Werner Park
12356 Ballpark Way
Papillion, NE 68046
Independence Day at the ballpark — Betsy Ross flag giveaway, patriotic stilt walker, national anthem by Jimmy Weber, and postgame fireworks watched from the outfield grass.
https://www.milb.com/omaha/news/storm-chasers-reveal-2026-promotional-schedule

Sunday, July 5

Storm Chasers American Family Day
2:05 PM
Werner Park
12356 Ballpark Way
Papillion, NE 68046
Freedom Weekend finale vs. Indianapolis — pregame DJ, patriotic jerseys, and postgame Catch on the Field. No fireworks this night.
https://www.milb.com/omaha/news/storm-chasers-reveal-2026-promotional-schedule

Check websites often for changes, especially weather related this weekend.

Things to Do in Papillion This Weekend: June 27–28, 2026

Free summer fun from the fire department, two nights of Triple-A baseball with special theme nights, and an outdoor movie under the stars — Papillion has a packed weekend.

Saturday, June 27 

PFD Summer Hydrant Party

1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
JAYCEE PARK
7105 HARVEST HILLS DR.
LA VISTA, NE 68128

Each Saturday in June and July, the Papillion Fire Department sets up at a different neighborhood location, opens a hydrant, and hands out popsicles for a free afternoon cool-down. A simple, genuinely local tradition that draws families from across the city.

Check the official city calendar linked below to find this week’s exact address and changes.

https://www.papillion.org/ImageRepository/Document?documentID=17322
https://www.papillion.org/m/newsflash/Home/Detail/1847

Storm Chasers vs. Columbus Clippers — Kids’ Night

First pitch 6:05 PM
Werner Park
12356 Ballpark Way
Papillion, NE 68046

The Omaha Storm Chasers, Triple-A affiliate of the Kansas City Royals, take on the Columbus Clippers — affiliate of the Cleveland Guardians — on Kids’ Night. It is one of 29 themed evenings on the Storm Chasers’ 2026 home schedule, with activities and promotions geared toward younger fans alongside the game.

https://www.milb.com/omaha/schedule/fullseason

  SumTur Free Movie Series: Lilo & Stitch

Gates open 7:30 PM
SumTur Amphitheater at Walnut Creek Lake
11691 S. 108th St
Papillion, NE 68046

Cap off Saturday with a free film at the outdoor amphitheater beside Walnut Creek Lake. This week’s screening is Lilo & Stitch, preceded by a live performance from a local blues band. Lawn chairs and blankets recommended.

https://www.papillion.org/411/Calendar-Events

Sunday, June 28 

 Storm Chasers vs. Columbus Clippers — Stormy’s Birthday

First pitch 5:05 PM
Werner Park
12356 Ballpark Way
Papillion, NE 68046

The weekend series wraps Sunday afternoon with a theme night celebrating the Storm Chasers’ mascot, Stormy. An earlier start time makes this a natural fit for families who want to be home at a reasonable hour after a full weekend.

https://www.milb.com/omaha/schedule/fullseason

Always confirm event details directly with the organizer before heading out, as times and locations can change and tickets can be sold out.

Papillion Days’  Fireworks were held 19 June. Please enjoy our photographs.

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