Event Schedule
10 AM – 2 PM Community Expo — Partners & Exhibitors
10 AM – 2 PM Kids Bike Rides — Bike Collab
10 – 10:50 AM Trail Run — Led by Goatz
10:15 – 10:50 AM Hike & Walk — Volunteer Led
11:00 AM Bike Raffle #1 — Abraham Mora, THOR
11:00 – 11:30 AM Ribbon Cutting — NE Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
11:30 AM – 12:15 PM Kids Ride — Led by Bike Collab (following ribbon cutting)
12:00 PM Bike Raffle #2 — Abraham Mora, THOR
12 – 1:00 PM Women's Ride — Led by WMBA
12:30 – 1:15 PM Community Ride — Volunteer Led
1:00 PM Bike Raffle #3 — Abraham Mora, THOR
South Omaha is getting something special and we couldn't be more excited to share it. Mandan Park's brand new natural-surface trail system officially opens on Saturday, June 6th — and the community celebration is going to be one for the books.
Group rides, a youth skills zone, food trucks, live music, and trails built for everyone — riders, walkers, runners, and families of all ages. This one has been a long time coming and the THOR Trails team has put in the work to make it happen.
Come celebrate, explore the new trails, and be part of what's next for South Omaha's outdoor spaces.
Interested in helping out?
From welcoming guests and supporting activities to sharing THOR's story and getting people fired up about the outdoors, no experience is needed — just a friendly attitude and a passion for what we do. View event details, volunteer roles, available shifts, and descriptions here: Volunteer Opportunities →
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Community Celebration
Saturday, June 6, 2026
10 AM to 2 PM
Mandan Park | South Omaha
Join us as we celebrate the official grand opening of the new natural-surface trail system at Mandan Park — a major investment in outdoor access for South Omaha families and trail users of all ages.
This exciting new space features a welcoming network of natural-surface trails winding through a dramatic woodland landscape, along with a dedicated skills area designed for mountain bike progression, learning, and youth programs. Wider-than-average trail paths climb and contour the park’s hillsides, creating an enjoyable and accessible experience for walkers, runners, and cyclists of all abilities.
About the Project
The City of Omaha Parks & Recreation Department, in partnership with Trails Have Our Respect (THOR), invites community members to experience this exciting new addition to Omaha’s growing natural-surface trail network.
Mandan Park now features approximately four miles of newly completed natural-surface trails across twelve segments, including optional wood features for riders seeking added challenge. Designed to be beginner-friendly while still engaging for experienced users, the system encourages exploration, confidence-building, and connection to nature.
As development continues, Omaha Parks & Recreation and THOR remain committed to creating inclusive spaces that support healthy activity, youth engagement, and meaningful outdoor experiences close to home.
“We’re excited to see Mandan Park become a place where families, kids, and trail users of all ages can experience the outdoors together,” said Abraham Mora, Program & Engagement Coordinator for THOR. “This project reflects what’s possible when community partners work together to bring more access to nature into neighborhoods.”
A Community Vision Taking Shape
Mandan Park was envisioned as a welcoming greenspace for families and youth in South Omaha. Through collaboration with Police Athletics for Community Engagement (PACE), the International Mountain Bicycling Association (IMBA), and numerous community partners — and guided by the Omaha Natural Surface Trails Feasibility Study — the park’s 18 acres now include beginner-friendly trails and a dedicated skills area designed to support learning and progression.
These additions expand equitable access to trails and create more opportunities for youth and families to connect with nature right in their own neighborhood. We hope you’ll join us to celebrate this milestone and experience Mandan Park’s new trails firsthand.