Saint Cecilia Cathedral Flower Festival

Jan. 25-26/OMAHA – 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Sat. 1-4 p.m. Sun. at the Cathedral Cultural Center & Gallery. Breathe in beautiful flowers, hear soothing live music and admire an architectural gem in Omaha. View floral creations made by area designers. This year’s theme is “light.” Take in the splendor of other artwork and the building’s architectural details. Grab a bite before you head back into the cold. Join local floral designers and musicians for a burst of vibrant color amid the still of winter. This event is free and open to the public. https://www.cathedralartsproject.org/flowerfestival

Heart City Bull Bash

Feb. 15/VALENTINE – Started over 20 years ago to showcase bull power that was available to ranchers to improve their herds, The dream was to shut down Main Street and fill it with pens of cattle. The “Main Event” has been held annually since and has continued to be a big hit for exhibitors and producers across the board. It has grown in size and continues to draw in large crowds. Other events include livestock judging, a livestock auction and a Running with the Bulls 5K. Vendors will sell crafts at the Connot Brothers Auction Building from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Feb 10 and a quilt show will be at the Nelsen Furniture on the same day.  Food will be served for sale. For the kids, there will be dummy roping and a stick horse barrel race. For more details, visit https://www.bullbash.net/