Drawing as many as 200,000 local and regional visitors, Cinco de Mayo Omaha, one of the city’s largest and most diverse community celebrations, will serve up the fun again this year from May 9-11. This year’s festival will take place on the Historic South 24th Street between Q and U Street. The…
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Warren Buffett – legendary investor, CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, and one of the richest people on the planet – calls Omaha, Nebraska home. Despite his global fame and fortune, Buffett has remained loyal to his Midwestern roots, and Omaha is dotted with his favorite local hangouts. Whether you're…
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Oh Danny Boy (and Danielle Girl), Omaha is calling! Paint the town green in Omaha this St. Patrick’s Day with family fun, holiday treats, lucky runs and all the beer you can drink. St. Patrick’s Day in Omaha offers fun for all ages and interests. Omaha’s downtown streets ring every year with the…
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The Reuben sandwich is arguably Omaha's most prized culinary contribution, having been first invented at The Blackstone Hotel (now Kimpton Cottonwood Hotel). It’s also worthy of its own annual day in the spotlight: National Reuben Sandwich Day is March 14. There’s no shortage of amazing Reuben…
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As we bid farewell to 2024, Omaha gears up for New Year’s Eve events catering to various tastes. We’ve got your ticket to welcome 2025 in style. For a night of throwback musical fun, head to The Waiting Room, where beloved Omaha band Secret Weapon will pack the dance floor playing retro hits. At…
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In part one, we highlighted Omaha’s popular pumpkin patches and attractions. We have even more fun ways to fill your trip itineraries with autumn joy this season. A slew of attractions celebrating the season, Halloween events, and tasty seasonal goodies will help you and your family find new fall…
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Omaha provides the perfect spring break getaway for your whole gang. Here’s a guide to the city’s kid-centered attractions, family friendly restaurants, and spaces welcome to wiggles and giggles. (Don’t forget to download the Omaha Savings Pack for discounts to top attractions before you go!)…
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Welcome to Omaha, where we brew bolder coffee drinks, protect bigger mammals, and craft tastier ice cream than almost anywhere. And that’s not just our hometown pride speaking. Read on to see how we’ve made the list(s) – from sushi to sweets – in 2023. Omaha chef and James Beard nominee David…
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Do you smell the butter? Omaha bakeries are busy whipping up Christmas cookies so delicious and creatively designed that they’ll even make the big man in red shed a tear. Whether you’re looking to impress your guests, surprise your loved ones, or treat yourself, Omaha has your batch made in heaven…
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Omaha native Nick Strawhecker is the owner-chef behind Dante, an Italian restaurant featuring scratch-made pasta, fresh seafood, and locally sourced produce, cheese and meat. Since 2009, Dante has served its guests seasonally inspired dishes and offered a generous all-Italian wine list. What…
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