Things to do in Omaha, Nebraska, including places to go and popular attractions to visit.
Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium is starting an extra special holiday tradition, and it’s bigger than any holiday event I’ve seen them do yet. Zoolightful runs from Nov. 19 through Jan. 11, 2026. It’s a nighttime experience with huge light displays, characters (and yes, Santa), and tasty treats. And yes, it’s as awesome as…
Although I have always called Omaha home, it has a way of transforming depending on the season of life you’re in. As a child, it felt like a safe, small town where bikes and sidewalks carried me to friends’ houses. In my twenties, it became a bustling city of art, coffee shops, and endless discovery….
I recently shared a picture of myself post-facial and captioned it “A girl could get used to this.” And one brilliant friend commented on it saying, “Just remember, you are a kick-ass wife and mother, you deserve this.” Damn right. So, I’m going to embrace this new me and pamper myself a little. Luckily, Omaha…
Kids’ birthday parties: Either you love planning for them or you don’t. That’s what this list is for: The ultimate rundown of kids birthday party locations in the Omaha metro area to help you plan (whether you want to or not)! UPDATED: This post was published in 2024 and has been updated in September 2025…
West Omaha was my stomping grounds growing up. Now that I have kids, it’s been fun rediscovering fun attractions from my childhood as well as all the new kids entertainment places near me. It’s not a comprehensive list (for that, you’ll want to look at the ultimate list of things to do in Omaha with…
I have a love-hate relationship with putt putt golf. My kids love it, so I put up with it. The Omaha area has several miniature golf venues with creative courses – think pirates, dinosaurs and castles – so even if you’re an impatient player (like me), you’ll probably enjoy the view while you play. Read…
