Nothing beats spending an evening outside with live music. That’s why we’ve rounded up some of the best spots around Omaha where you can enjoy free live music all season long. These spots are perfect for kicking back, enjoying the nice weather, and listening to talented local and national artists!
LOW END at the Bemis Center | @bemiscenter
LOW END hosts free performances from local, national, and international artists, with a focus on experimental and non-traditional forms of music!
Dates: Year-round
Location: Inside the Bemis Center Downtown at 724 S 12th St.
Vibes Summer Concert Series | @village_pointe
A free outdoor concert in the Village Pointe amphitheater featuring rock and pop covers on Thursday evenings!
Dates: Every Thursday: July 9th – July 30th
Location: The Village Pointe Amphitheater
Jazz on the Green | @midtowncrossing
A free outdoor concert featuring regional and military bands happening every Thursday night!
Dates: July 9th – August 13th, 2026.
Location: Turner Park in Midtown Crossing at 3110 Farnam St.
Beats & Bites Farmers Market | @heartwood_omaha
An open-air market in Heartwood Preserve featuring free live music every Friday night!
Dates: Every Friday: July 10th – September 25th
Location: Heartwood Preserve at S 145th St.
Rockbrook Village Friday Night Concerts | @rockbrookvillage
Hosted every Friday evening, this free concert features local acoustic and pop artists!
Dates: Every Friday: July 10th – August 28th, 2026
Location: Rockbrook Village at 2800 S 110th Ct.
Music at Miller Park | @operformingarts
Free outdoor summer R&B and soul concert at Miller Park, hosted by Omaha Performing Arts!
Dates: July 11th, 2026 and August 8th, 2026
Location: Miller Park at 2707 Redick Ave
Saturdays at Stinson | @aksarben_village
Head over to Stinson Park in Aksarben every Saturday night for a free, family-friendly concert!
Dates: Every Saturday: July 11th – August 22nd, 2026
Location: Stinson Park at 2285 S 67th St.
Tunes on Town Square | @cityofralston
A free outdoor concert series in Ralston that happens the third Thursday of each month!
Dates: July 16th and August 20th, 2026
Location: Independence Square at 5560 Miller Ave.
Live on the Lawn | @omaha_parks
A family-friendly concert series organized by Omaha Parks and Recreation featuring food trucks, live music, and free giveaways!
Dates: July 17th and July 31st, 2026
Location: Zorinsky Lake Park at 3808 S 156th St.
Third Saturday Music in Dundee | @historicdundee
Enjoy monthly live street music in Dundee as musicians perform right on the sidewalks!
Dates: Every third Saturday: July 18th, August 15th, September 19th, and October 17th, 2026
Location: iHeartMedia Parking Lot at 5010 Underwood Ave
Barnato’s Summer Speakeasy Live Music Series | @barnatolounge
Barnato is hosting live music from The Downtown Collective in their speakeasy every weekend throughout the summer. They will be bringing a variety of performances to the speakeasy stage, and it’s completely free to attend!
Dates: Every Thursday – Saturday starting July 23 – August 29th
Location: Village Pointe at 225 N 170th St Suite 95
Nebraska Crossroads Music Festival | @nebraskamusicfest
An annual statewide celebration bringing world-class international musicians and local artists together!
Dates: July 24th – August 2nd, 2026
Location: Multiple locations throughout Omaha
Friday Night Market | @midtowncrossing
A recurring summer market in Midtown Crossing happening the last Friday of every month. It features free live music, local vendors, food trucks, and it’s dog-friendly!
Dates: July 31st and August 28th, 2026
Location: Midtown Crossing
The RiverFront First Fridays | @omaha_riverfront
A free family event happening the first Friday of each month, featuring live music, food trucks, local vendors, and more!
Dates: August 1st – October 1st, 2026
Location: Gene Leahy Mall at 1001 Douglas St.
Continental Drift Music Festival | @granarygreenralston
A massive one day music festival that is completely free at The Granary Green in Ralston!
Dates: August 8th, 2026
Location: The Granary Green in Ralston at 7401 Main St.
Backyard Concert Series | @jccomaha
Enjoy live music, great food, and more with JCC Omaha’s Backyard Concert Series in August!
Dates: August 9th and August 16th, 2026
Location: Howard Kaiman Pavilion at 333 S 132nd St.
NOMAFEST | @noma_northomahamusicart
An annual music festival in Omaha that celebrates jazz, funk, soul, and blues. It’s organized by North Omaha Music & Arts and features 4-days of free, family-friendly music!
Dates: August 13th – 16th, 2026
Location: Gene Leahy Mall at 1001 Douglas St.