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July in Omaha brings outdoor concerts, rose gardens, waterparks and ice cream crawls. 1. Walk the Bob Kerrey Bridge Pedestrian Bridge The Bob Kerrey…
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Omaha has soccer bars, watch party venues and neighborhoods worth exploring during 2026 summer tournaments. Whether you’re a traveler on a road…
Events
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…
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From the rolling Ponca Hills in Nebraska to the scenic Loess Hills across the river in Iowa, there are plenty of hiking opportunities to explore in the…
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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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Jack Keenan is a friendly face that helps Omahans start their day. As a morning anchor on KETV Channel 7, Keenan has gotten to know the city and surrounding areas through his reportage and by doing segments like “Now Serving Omaha,” “Welcome to the Weekend,” and “Hit the Road Jack.” Visit Omaha…
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Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium once again established itself as a world-class visitor destination in 2023. USA Today named it the nation’s best zoo in the 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards, thanks partly to the efforts of zoo leader Dr. Luis Padilla, who recently celebrated his first year as…
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Maestro Ankush Kumar Bahl (pronounced Ba-hell ) is the music director of the Omaha Symphony. The 2023/2024 season begins September 16, 2023. During his break, Bahl spoke with Visit Omaha about the city’s performing arts scene, his favorite places to bring friends from out of town, and the Omaha…
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Rachel Grace is an avid live music lover in Omaha. Visit Omaha caught up with Grace at Slowdown in North Downtown to discuss the Omaha music scene, her favorite pizza parlor, how she likes to spend Saturday mornings and the joy of antiquing. Why should people travel to Omaha for live music? Please…
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