Things to do in Omaha, Nebraska, including places to go and popular attractions to visit.
Omaha is a great city day or night. When the sun goes down, there’s plenty of things to do indoors and outdoors – including free things. Whether you choose free or ticketed events, or something in between, you’ll find it here. So grab your coat and get ready for a night out in Omaha. UPDATE:…
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…
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…
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…
After years of adding Halloween events to my monthly events roundups, it’s time to just give Halloween its own post. Here’s a list of Halloween events in Omaha, as well as some fall festivals! The season starts earlier and earlier each year! NOTE: This post was first published in 2018 and we’re in the process…
