Spring break is almost here, and Omaha’s got plenty to keep you busy. From food-centric fun with Reuben sandwiches and sparkling wine on tap to signature Omaha events and experiences, read on for 10 unique things to do in March.
1. Celebrate a Homegrown American Menu Staple
You may know the story by now. The Reuben sandwich was born and “bread” in Omaha at the Blackstone Hotel during a high-stakes poker game in the early 1900s. You don’t just have to imagine sinking your teeth into a prime Reuben sandwich — corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese and Russian dressing — you can actually taste the creation in the city where it was invented.
2. Let Your Curiosity Take Off
Get up close to some of the nation's most prized and rarely displayed military aircraft at the Strategic Air Command and Aerospace Museum.
3. Test Your Trivia Skills
A number of breweries, pubs and bars host trivia nights on any given night. Omaha’s unique establishments turn an otherwise ordinary event into something extra special. Put your knowledge to the test at Edge of the Universe, Spielbound Board Game Café and 72 Table & Tap.
4. Shop Omaha-Made Goodies
Made in Omaha provides local artists and makers a place to sell their creations. Dusk Goods & Gifts carries products made by Black-, Latina-, LGBTQ+- and women-owned businesses in a charming space in Little Bohemia. The Frame Service carries work from local artists, as well as handmade gifts in addition to custom framing.
5. Sip Sparkling Wine on Tap
Toast with friends at Homy Inn, a decades-old Omaha nightlife institution where four flavors of sparkling wine are on tap: sweet, dry, strawberry and peach.
6. Tour Omaha on Bike
Explore Omaha with Heartland Bike Share. The one-day pass is perfect for visitors — find your discount here — allowing unlimited one-hour trips and access to the bike system for 24 hours.
7. Sample Omaha’s Fine Dining Scene
Working your way through a set menu is a delicious way to sample some of the most exquisite culinary bites a restaurant has to offer. To start, try Au Courant Regional Kitchen, V. Mertz or Ota - omakase table, where Omaha chefs curate unforgettable dining experiences.
8. Play Arcade Games
Roll a ball for “100,” defeat your opponent in Mortal Combat, and test your coordination at pinball at Beercade, where craft beer and games go hand-in-hand.
9. St. Paddy’s Day Fun
Paint the town green in Omaha on St. Patrick’s Day (March 17) with family fun, holiday treats, lucky runs and all the beer you can handle.
10. Sip and Create
Pair wine with painting and you’ve got a tried-and-true fun experience. Pick from a wide selection of themed sessions at The Corky Canvas in Omaha’s Midtown Crossing neighborhood.
Got kids in tow? Check out this itinerary for spring break ideas for families.
