Things to do in Omaha, Nebraska, including places to go and popular attractions to visit.
Whether you forgot to to thaw the turkey in time or you just don’t want to cook, you won’t go hungry on Thanksgiving. Several area restaurants will be open on Thanksgiving Day this year. Many (if not most) require advance reservations, so make yours ASAP! UPDATED: This post was first published in 2024 has been…
Baking is certainly not in my wheelhouse, which is why I buy my pies whenever I’m assigned that item to bring to a potluck. During the holidays this year, I’m making an effort to support local businesses, so instead of going to a well-known chain for a pie, I’m going to an Omaha bakery. Want to…
One night, while playing a hand of poker at the Blackstone Hotel, Reuben Kulakofsky told a waiter he desired something new for dinner. Back in the kitchen, a chef searched for the ingredients to create a dish the Omaha businessman would approve. He cooked some corned beef, adding sauerkraut, and a unique dressing between two…
There is no shortage of fun things to do for Halloween in Omaha — I have a whole blog post with a complete list of Halloween events in Omaha, after all. But sorting through all of it is tough if all you want to know about are the free trunk or treats. So, I’ve saved…
Dining out with your kids doesn’t have to be a budget buster. There are a lot of restaurants in Omaha where kids eat free or promotions for cheap kid’s meals or desserts. Here’s my round-up of locally-owned Omaha restaurants and chain restaurants with the best discounts and when to go. UPDATED: This post was published…
Omaha attracts a variety of musical tours thanks to the range of venues, from huge arenas to impeccably perfect acoustic halls. This year is shaping up to be one of the biggest in Omaha concert history with a lot of major tours planning a stop in the city. Find all the upcoming concerts, sporting events,…
