Things to do in Lincoln in April

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Overview

April is a good time to visit Lincoln. The weather is usually moderately chilly and breezy, with temperatures ranging from 40—66°F (5—19°C).

Lincoln has plenty to offer for visitors of all ages and interests. In this article, we tell you the top things to see and do for your April trip to Lincoln. Get inspired by the events, activities, attractions, and experiences unique to April. We’ll let you know where to explore events based on your interests, whether that’s food, culture, art, music, sport or others.

We’ll let you know everything you need to prepare for the weather in Lincoln in April. Learn about what to wear and pack for your trip, the average temperatures throughout April, temperature changes from morning to evening and much more.

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Best events and things to do in Lincoln in April

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Holidays in Lincoln in April
April
  • Tax Day (April 15)
  • Easter Sunday (April 20)
  • Easter Monday (April 21)
Other notable holidays
  • Shrove Tuesday/Mardi Gras (March 4)
  • St. Patrick's Day (March 17)
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Weather in Lincoln in April

Temperatures on an average day in Lincoln in April

The average temperature in Lincoln in April for a typical day ranges from a high of 66°F (19°C) to a low of 40°F (5°C). Some would describe it as moderately chilly and breezy.

For comparison, the hottest month in Lincoln, July, has days with highs of 90°F (32°C) and lows of 68°F (20°C). The coldest month, January has days with highs of 35°F (1°C) and lows of 17°F (-8°C). This graph shows how an average day looks like in Lincoln in April based on historical data.

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Historical temperature average in April
66°F
highs
40°F
lows

General weather summary

Moderately chilly and breezy
Feels like
30%
Chance of rain
0.126 in
Amount
18.7 mph
Wind speed
66%
Humidity
13.3 hrs
Daylight length
6:49 AM
Sunrise
8:05 PM
Sunset
47%
Cloud cover
Sweater
What to wear
What to wear in April
With an average high of 66°F (19°C) and a low of 40°F (5°C), it generally feels moderately chilly and breezy. There might also be a small chance of rain. With that in mind, most people would dress in something moderately warm like a sweater
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Best attractions for Lincoln in April

Besides the array of exciting events and activities Lincoln has to offer for travelers in April, we want to remind you of the classic attractions in Lincoln that are great to visit at this time of the year as well! You can’t miss these iconic landmarks, local favorites, and places rich with cultural heritage. We hope to give you insights and inspiration into the best things to see and do to make the most of your visit. Here is a list of our top attractions in Lincoln for April.
Nebraska State Capitol
1. Nebraska State Capitol
4.6
(310)
State government office
Sights & Landmarks
Completed in 1932, this state capitol features a 400-ft. domed limestone tower & courtyards.
Sunken Gardens
2. Sunken Gardens
4.8
(3191)
Park
Nature & Parks
Built in 1930, this garden features sculptures, lawn space & lily ponds amid lush landscaping.
Memorial Stadium
3. Memorial Stadium
4.8
(4538)
Stadium
Sights & Landmarks
Home field of Nebraska Cornhuskers holding over 85,000 football fans with a history dating to 1922.
Museum of American Speed
4. Museum of American Speed
4.9
(796)
Museum
History museum
Institution known for vast collection of artifacts, toys, models & exhibits on racing & car history.
Lincoln Children's Zoo
5. Lincoln Children's Zoo
4.7
(3769)
Zoo
Zoos & Aquariums
Attraction featuring diverse animals, birds & a popular train ride, open from April to October.
Lincoln Children's Museum
6. Lincoln Children's Museum
4.6
(1228)
Children's museum
Museums
Hands-on, 3-level learning museum offering interactive exhibits, educational activities & day camps.
Pinnacle Bank Arena
7. Pinnacle Bank Arena
4.6
(3714)
Arena
Sights & Landmarks
State-of-the-art multipurpose arena offers concerts, family shows, touring acts & sporting events.
University of Nebraska State Museum - Morrill Hall
8. University of Nebraska State Museum - Morrill Hall
4.7
(1075)
Natural history museum
Museums
Founded in 1871, this museum explores Nebraska's biodiversity & culture & also offers a planetarium.
International Quilt Museum
9. International Quilt Museum
4.7
(324)
Museum
Specialty Museums
Established in 1997, this spacious, modern museum houses numerous quilts & quilting exhibits.
Pioneers Park Nature Center
10. Pioneers Park Nature Center
4.7
(2027)
Nature preserve
Nature & Parks
Prairie, forest & wetlands covering 668 acres for environmental education & animal preservation.
Holmes Lake Park
11. Holmes Lake Park
4.7
(2044)
Park
Nature & Parks
Lakeside park comprising open space & walking paths, plus a public golf course & an observatory.
Sheldon Museum of Art
12. Sheldon Museum of Art
4.6
(383)
Art museum
Museums
Center known for American works, including 1800s landscapes & pop art, plus a sculpture garden.
Nebraska History Museum
13. Nebraska History Museum
4.4
(330)
Museum
Cultural center
Longtime state museum offers cultural artifacts, history exhibits, tours & a hands-on learning room.
Robber's Cave
14. Robber's Cave
4.9
(135)
Event venue
Food & Drink
National Museum of Roller Skating
15. National Museum of Roller Skating
4.5
(101)
Museum
National museum
Museum with the world's largest collection of historical roller skates, plus costumes & memorabilia.
Antelope Park
16. Antelope Park
Nature & Parks
Parks

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