Things to do in Omaha, Nebraska, including places to go and popular attractions to visit.
It’s THE place to shop for furniture in Omaha. And Kansas City. And Des Moines. And Dallas. And… Nebraska Furniture Mart is so large and famous, that is simply known these days by three letters: NFM. How did a little furniture store opened in a basement grow into the world’s largest furniture store? It started …
As far as major annual events go, Maha Festival is one of the biggest held in Omaha. It’s more than a music festival – it’s all about the local community with a ton of free activities for all ages included with admission, great food and drinks, and a marketplace of local boutiques and small businesses. …
This summer, Fun-Plex unveiled the newest additions to its waterpark: Two nearly-vertical drop waterslides. First off, nope. But secondly, it made me realized I hadn’t really investigated outdoor waterparks near Omaha in recent years. So, inspired the news from our closest big waterpark, I decided to gather a big list of aquatic centers and waterparks …
Omaha has its fair share of celebrities born here, but the city has only one president to claim as a native son: Gerald R. Ford. He didn’t live here for long, but there is a gated area in the city dedicated to celebrating the President Ford and his wife, Betty. If you visit the Ford …
There’s something special about having a meal outdoors or sipping a drinking with the warm sun on your face. It’s the magic of a patio. I’m sharing some of my favorite patios in Omaha in this post. I’d love to hear your recommendations, too! I added a few rooftop recommendations too because they’re fun in …
Long before the sounds of bands playing at Stinson Park and diners grabbing a bite to eat at hip restaurants in Aksarben Village, the sounds of hoofs pounding the dirt track at Aksarben’s race track echoed throughout the area. Stars like Elvis Presley and Frank Sinatra entertained thousands at the Aksarben Coliseum. Even professional ice …