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Dine Out for a Cause During Omaha Restaurant Week

What Type of Omaha Restaurant Week Diner Are You? Omaha Restaurant Week Week runs Sept. 11-20, bringing back 10 delicious days of prix fixe, three-course dinners across the city. In 2026, 40-plus restaurants will offer special menus at set price points — $20, $30, $40 and $50 per person — making it…

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Day Trip to Saunders County

Between Omaha and Lincoln, Saunders County is an easy day trip with outdoor activities and small towns worth exploring. Fish, paddle and hike There are several places to fish, paddle or hike in Saunders County. Lake Wanahoo — 662 acres one mile north of Wahoo. Camping, boat ramps and seven fishing…

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10 Things to Do in October in Omaha

Fall in Omaha offers visitors plenty of opportunities for fun and exploration. Find 10 ways to (pumpkin) spice up your October in Omaha. The region’s favorite vintage festival takes place on an old horse farm. Named as an “unforgettable fall festival worth traveling for” by USA Today’s 10 Best…

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The Grownup Guide to a Cheap Omaha Day Trip

Free art, free music, unique movies and dancing. Omaha gives adults a full day and evening on less money than you’d think. Here is the plan, with prices where they matter. Start with free art Admission at Joslyn Art Museum is free every day, and so is the parking. The museum reopened in 2024 with…

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10 Things to Do in September in Omaha

The final weekends of summer meet the first weekends of fall to provide opportunities for exploration and relaxation. Here are 10 ideas for making the most of September in Omaha. Art, architecture and inspiration come together at Omaha's landmark art museum. The Joslyn's three buildings…

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Free and Cheap Family Fun in Omaha

Family travel can add up fast. Tickets, lunch, parking, snacks and the gift shop. But there’s a cents-savvy solution to family fun just a day trip away. Omaha has free things to do, value-packed stops and neighborhoods worth exploring. Here’s how to stretch your dollar without skimping on the fun…

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A Teenager’s Guide to Downtown Omaha

On your next trip to Omaha, give your teen a few hours to explore downtown Omaha on their own. The neighborhood is compact, walkable and safe. If you’re staying outside the urban core close to Dodge Street, getting there is simple. The ORBT bus travels from Westroads Mall eastbound through downtown…

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10 Things to Do in August in Omaha

Looking for things to do in Omaha this August? Before school starts, soak up the last days of summer with outdoor fun, festivals and family-friendly adventures. Here are 10 top August activities and attractions in Omaha. 1. Explore The RiverFront The RiverFront is one of the top places to visit in…

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Omaha Soccer Guide: 10 Things Every Fan Needs to Do

Omaha has soccer bars, watch party venues and neighborhoods worth exploring during 2026 summer tournaments. Whether you’re a traveler on a road trip between matches in Kansas City, or a visitor looking for the city’s best watch parties, here is how to plan your perfect soccer-centric stay in Omaha…

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