- Visit Joslyn Art Museum.
- Enjoy al fresco dining in beautiful Omaha weather.
- Check out one of Omaha’s artsiest neighborhood gatherings.
- Experience opera outdoors at a beloved Omaha park.
- Search for a lovable troll.
- Explore Omaha's downtown art scene.
- Enjoy a poetry slam with live music.
- Dig in to Omaha's 10 Tastiest Days during Omaha Restaurant Week.
- Saddle up for an Omaha tradition with big thrills.
- Eat tacos, drink tequila, listen to throwback rap.
Visit Joslyn Art Museum.
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Art, architecture and inspiration come together at Omaha's landmark art museum. The Joslyn's three buildings showcase more than 12,000 works spanning 5,000 years. Witness the world-class collection in the stunning setting. Make sure to book a free tour.
Enjoy al fresco dining in beautiful Omaha weather.
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Cooler days and still warm enough evenings provide prime conditions for enjoying your meal outside. Popular patios for outdoor dining in the Old Market include La Buvette, a quaint European-style wine bar, Gather in Omaha, with its vertical garden and two patios, and Jams Old Market. Enjoy rooftop dining with a view at Upstream Brewing Company or a backyard with lawn games at Rathskeller Bier Haus. Bärchen Beer Garden serves guests meaty bites and mighty brews at shaded picnic tables. Click here for more ideas.
Check out one of Omaha’s artsiest neighborhood gatherings.
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Benson First Friday offers a firsthand glimpse into Omaha’s robust arts scene. The monthly gathering of the neighborhood, community, artists, and businesses features hand maps, poster maps, pink chalkboard signs, and event signs to keep visitors on track with all that's happening each time, from live performances and art shows to drink and food specials throughout the historic neighborhood.
Experience opera outdoors at a beloved Omaha park.
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Opera Omaha starts its 2025-2026 Season with Opera Outdoors at Midtown Crossing’s Turner Park. This free concert features highlights from the coming season and many of opera’s greatest hits. Bring your kids and friends for an evening that will hit all the right notes.
Search for a lovable troll.
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Families are invited on a citywide adventure to find OMAI, an elusive troll on an Omaha adventure. (She is also sister to OMAR, who lives under Bob the Bridge.) Here’s how it works: At each of 12 participating attractions, including Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium, Omaha Children’s Museum and The Durham Museum, look for OMAI’s blue footprints with a QR code that tells you more about her. Then, ask a staff member for a free button to commemorate your visit. At any time during your journey, stop by the Omaha Visitors Center for your free backpack to show off the buttons you’ve collected. Can you collect all 12?
Explore Omaha's downtown art scene.
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Visit participating galleries in the Old Market on the first Thursday of every month to witness the vibrant art scene, meet artists, and purchase a piece to bring home. Participating venues include Artists' Cooperative Gallery, Bemis Center for Contemporary Arts, KANEKO, Passageway Gallery, Old Market Artists Gallery and Ground Floor in The Passageway.
Enjoy a poetry slam with live music.
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Omaha Restaurant Week is back! Enjoy three-course dinners at different price points at a variety of Omaha restaurants.
Saddle up for an Omaha tradition with big thrills.
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Omaha’s River City Rodeo brings the Western tradition to CHI Health Center Omaha’s arena, where world-champion cowboys compete at the rodeo for their official entry into the National Finals Rodeo. Two nights of high-caliber PRCA rodeo feature all seven rodeo events including steer wrestling, team roping and bull riding. This is a must-see event for the entire family!
Eat tacos, drink tequila, listen to throwback rap.
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Kick it in Heartland Park of America at the RiverFront with a heap of tacos, some strong drinks and throwback artists like Lil Jon, Bow Wow, Ying Yang Twins, Petey Pablo, Twista and more at the Tacos & Tequila Festival.
For more great Omaha ideas to bring color to your fall, head to VisitOmaha.com.
