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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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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An exciting race is returning to Omaha – perfect for visitors looking to experience the city at full speed. The Aksarben Tirc, a high-speed criterium – or “crit”— will send cyclists flying around a looped course in Aksarben Village. It’s tight turns and non-stop action, set against one of Omaha’s…
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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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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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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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[[UPDATED JUNE 2026. Doyle is no longer with Union Omaha, but his suggestions for eating, dining and entertainment in Omaha remain useful. ]] PHOTO CREDIT: TREVOR HELLMAN Conor Doyle spends his workweek at Werner Park in Papillion. As captain of Union Omaha, the city’s professional soccer team, the…
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Omaha festivals make the summer special. Find uplift with hot air balloons, bright sunflowers, farm-fresh food and inspiring cultural showcases. Hot Air Balloons Nebraska Balloon & Wine Festival (Aug. 14-15) Taste award-winning wines, see hot air balloons launch and watch a balloon glow in the…
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The inaugural IRONMAN 70.3 Omaha will send more than 2,000 athletes swimming, biking and running through the city, finishing along the banks of the Missouri River. Whether you’re racing, or cheering with a box of doughnuts in hand, here’s everything you need to know. IRONMAN 70.3 Omaha is the…
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UPDATED MAY 2026 Ready to beat the heat or just treat yourself? Omaha is packed with amazing ice cream parlors, from old-school classics to creative new favorites. Here’s your guide to some of the best ice cream spots in Omaha. Warning: Reading this might cause serious cravings! Centi Omaha Centi is…
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