We are pleased to be able to welcome guests to enjoy the many wonders and benefits of nature.   

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OPERATING HOURS AS OF November 28, 2025

  

Open daily   

 

Garden open from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (last entry at 2:30 p.m.) 

 

Sofia's Play Garden is open from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (Please note that Sofia's Play Garden will be closed from 3:30 to 4 p.m. each day to reset for Bright Nights. This impacts full day ticketholders and garden members with Bright Nights tickets) 

  

IS EVERYTHING OPEN? 

NEW CONSTRUCTION! The Oasis is currently under construction. Located to the east of the Japanese park, this new building will be a central hub in the back section of the garden featuring a small amphitheater, indoor restrooms and additional guest amenities. Opening in spring 2026. 

NEW CONSTRUCTION! The Woodland Flyway will create a new main pathway from the visitor and education center into the garden. This elevated route will guide guests through the woodland canopy and alongside mature trees. Some pathways are temporarily closed during construction, but all gardens remain open. Anticipated opening: late 2026.

 

ADVANCE ADMISSION TICKETS 

Admission tickets are available for guests to reserve in advance of their visit. Tickets are for a single date and guests can arrive any time during the garden's operations that day.   

Tickets are non-refundable, but can be moved to another time slot in the event of inclement weather.   

Tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis. << BUY YOUR TICKETS NOW  

Email confirmations will be sent to guests upon the completion of their purchase/reservation and they should show their online or printed receipt with a barcode to the front desk attendant upon arrival. Members are asked to present their membership card and photo ID along with their barcode.    

  

SERVICES 

·         The gift shop is open during the garden's operating hours.  

·         The ConAgra Café is currently open daily from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and in the evenings during Bright Nights.  

·         J's Coffee is currently open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and in the evenings during Bright Nights. 

·         Narrated tram tours are offered Friday through Sunday in April and daily from May through October. Service may be suspended sporadically due to construction.  

·         Manual wheelchairs are available to loan on a first-come, first-served basis.  

  

<< For additional questions, email s.bucholz@omahabotanicalgardens.org or call (402) 346-4002, ext. 201/250.   

<< For membership questions, email membership@omahabotanicalgardens.org or call (402) 346-4002, ext. 214.  

  

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