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Through August 1

Native Omaha Days

Various sites, venues

Hours, prices vary

www.nativeomahans.com

Let’s get this out of the way right now: Native Omaha Days is not just for “black folk.” Yes, this biennial community reunion is a largely African-American celebration, but it features way-cool events open to everyone. 

Thursday

Social mixer @ Native Omahans Club

Welcome Home Party @ Loves Jazz & Arts Center

Friday

Omaha Black Music and Community Hall of Fame dinner/awards show @ Slowdown

Saturday

Homecoming Parade @ 30th and Lake

Mahogany Festival @ 24th and Grant

Welcome Home Dance @ MidAmerica Center

Sunday

Community Waffle Breakfast & Outdoor Church @ Bryant Center

Homecoming Picnic @ Elmwood Park Pavilion

Black & White Steppers Ball @ DC Center

Monday

Blue Monday @ Native Omahans Club

Embrace the urban groove and show some solidarity at this week-long block party.

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