This category answers the question: What is there to do in Omaha? Find out where to go in Omaha with kids or where to go for date night.
Memorial Day Weekend is the unofficial start to summer in Omaha. Most years, you can expect at least one parade, one fun run, and a lot of concerts and exhibit openings. Here’s what planned for Memorial Day Weekend 2026! UPDATE: This post was first published in 2022 and has been updated in May 2026 with…
One of the most exciting developments in Downtown Omaha was unveiled in July 2022 – the renovated Gene Leahy Mall. Here’s a look at the fun things to do at this large green space in downtown Omaha, as well as some interesting facts about it (interesting to me, at least). UPDATED: This post was published…
Horseback riding can be a fun activity for kids and adults. And if you go to the right place as a beginner, you can easily learn to love it. Luckily, there are plenty of guided trail rides near Omaha that are suitable for beginner riders. There are also pony ride options for young children, too,…
Some families celebrate Mother’s Day by going to brunch. Others take Mom out to do something she loves. My family serves me breakfast in bed, and usually gives me a few hours of peace and quiet to read. I love it. Whatever you think Mom will like, choose that activity or event! If you are…
Recycling and consciously minimizing your carbon footprint is a year-round thing for a lot of people. But once a year, an emphasis is made to connect people with more environmental organizations and new ways to “Go Green.” That day is Earth Day. Earth Day in Omaha is celebrated with a variety of events. Here’s a…
If there’s one store I tell families to visit in Omaha’s Old Market, it’s Hollywood Candy. Easily one of the quirkiest stores in the entire city, the large shop is part-candy store, part-collectors’ dream shop, and part old-school pinball arcade. Update: This post was published in 2014 and has been updated in April 2026. Where…
