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Check out the Great Holiday Light Displays around Omaha!!

Wednesday, November 30, 2022

by Nancy Heim-berg

It’s the most wonderful time of year and the magic of the season is on full display at so many venues and homes around the Omaha area. Along with great lighting displays are festive decorations and family-friendly events. So, join in the fun and get the holiday season started in grand style!

Gene Leahy Mall at the Riverfront- Holly Days

View the beautiful traditional white lights and oversized ornaments and join in the Holly Days celebration. From 2:00 to 7:00 you’ll be treated to holiday treats & warm beverages, photos with Santa, Mrs. Claus, and the reindeer, holiday stories by the firepits, free train rides, holiday cookie decorating and coloring book kits, a holiday light walk and culminating in a Festive Light Show at the Performance Pavilion.

Old Market Lighting Display

Talk about bright, festive, and holiday spirit! The beauty and joy of the season is alive and well at Old Market. The display runs from 10^th to 13^th streets and Farnam to Jackson streets. Truly breathtaking as it illuminates the brick streets of Old Market and the surrounding area. Perfect for an evening stroll.

North Omaha Lighting Display

Showcased along a 6-block area around 24^th and Lake Street, the season comes alive with beautiful lights and holiday décor.

South Omaha Lighting Display

Trees dressed in white lights crisscrossing the sidewalks and gorgeous decorations throughout the area are what you’ll find showcased along 24^th Street between L and Q Streets.

This is just the beginning of a month of holiday festivities and fun! Be sure to check out our blog and Facebook page frequently for more area updates.

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Halloween Events you don’t want to miss around Omaha!!!

Tuesday, October 4, 2022

by Nancy Heim-berg

It’s a great weekend to have some family-friendly fun in Omaha with some ‘not-so-scary’ Halloween events that the entire family can enjoy. While we all enjoy the scarier aspects of Halloween, it’s always nice to be able to take the whole family for some adventures to enjoy the season, and these events are perfect for those occasions.

Cobweb Castle at the Omaha Children’s Museum

A wonderful hands-on event where the kids can scale the castle walls, meander their way through the spooky maze and dress up as a sorcerer with makeup and hats. A great afternoon of fun for sure. For ticket information and dates, click here.

Ghouls & Glow at the Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

This illuminated and delightful spectacle is great for all ages! With many great family-friendly activities around the zoo, including trick or treating, magic shows and 400 larger-than-life lanterns. You can also purchase s’mores kits and mini pumpkins to decorate & take home. Parents are treated to two bars on Friday & Saturday nights with seasonal alcoholic drinks as well. Get more information & ticket prices for non-members here.

The Legend of Sleepy Hollow at BLUEBARN Theater

Watch Washington Irving’s masterpiece come to life! Omaha’s own Ben Beck & Jill Anderson incorporate dance, music, and even puppetry in this incredible theatrical invention. The headless horseman does ride again! Get more details and ticket information here.

Jack-O-Lantern World

Take a whimsical ¾-mile walk through 17 immersive worlds of thousands of amazing jack-o-lanterns hand-carved & designed by 50 artisans! Local food trucks will provide food and beverages along the way. Great for an evening stroll to enjoy the season! More information is found here.

Happy October and the start of the spooky month of Halloween.

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Best Places for Great BBQ in Omaha!

Tuesday, September 13, 2022

by Nancy Heim-berg

Do you find yourself craving that smoky goodness that only great BBQ can satisfy? We’ve been there too. Well, you’re in luck because Omaha has some of the best BBQ restaurants that serve up incredible meats and tasty sides and you won’t leave hungry. Check out some of the best below:

Smokin Barrel BBQ- 13508 Discovery Dr, Omaha

This veteran-owned and operated venue serves up smoked meats by the ½ pound. You can dine in or carry out. Choices include pulled pork, brisket, sausage links, turkey, and spare ribs. Sandwiches- all the above plus their specialties of The Texan (brisket & sausage), The Dirty Pig (pulled pork, sausage & slaw), and The Farm (Brisket, pulled pork & sausage). Plus don’t forget the sides! Great reviews for seasoning, juicy, and texture. Excellent portion sizes and service. A great place for BBQ.

Smoking Jay’s- 2524 S 13^th St, Omaha

Locally family owned & operated with a passion for smoking meats! Their secret is quality ingredients from start to finish. You’ll find beef brisket and ribs, pulled pork and chicken, sausages, burgers, and sandwiches- including smoked Reuben’s, kids' meals, and even family meals. And their list of sides is enormous and delicious. Plus, don’t forget the desserts. There are a bunch of southern favorites here. The Peach cobbler is divine.

Hartland Bar-B-Que- 5402 NW Radial HWY, Omaha

Best known for their baby back ribs & smoked Angus brisket, this locally owned BBQ restaurant is in the heart of Benson. Although baby back ribs & smoked Angus brisket are at the top of the list, they also serve tantalizing smoked pork, chicken, and sausage with a variety of yummy sides. And did we mention the cornbread?! Amazing!! Family bundles and catering are also available. Definitely, a place you want to check out.

Porky Butts BBQ- 15475 Ruggles St., Omaha

From Pitmaster extraordinaire Blane Hunter (AKA- Mr. Porky Butts), comes exceptional BBQ from a Grand Champion. Expect exciting menu options with flavorful infusions alongside amazing smoked meats of chicken, pulled pork, turkey, smoked sausage, pit ham, brisket, burnt ends, and catfish. And yes, the sides are equally delish! You can’t go wrong with your order at Porky Butts, just go on in and get that belly satisfied.

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