For years we have been hearing sound bites about Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium being “the best” and beating out any other domestic, much less international zoo for its all encompassing experiences! Early on, moving from Chicago to Kansas City, I was introduced to Omaha as a nearby road trip not to miss thanks
A first-of-its kind festival is underway in Omaha. The inaugural Common Senses Festival, a month-long multifaceted, sensory-friendly event, explores the human senses through interactive installations, live performances, and more. Participating attractions and organizations include KANEKO, The Rose Theater, Millwork Commons, Omaha Symphony, and Omaha Community Playhouse. The festival is presented by local non-profit Autism Action
Guests are invited to bring their favorite stuffed animal to Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium for repair and care at the annual Teddy Bear Weekend on Saturday, March 26, and Sunday, March 27, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Clinic will be held at the Harper Event Center located near Stingray Beach and Asian Highlands
The Lee G. Simmons Wildlife Safari Park in Ashland, Nebraska, will open for the season on Friday, March 25, and will be open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. through October. Lee G. Simmons Wildlife Safari Park offers four miles of drive-through North American wildlife viewing from the comfort of your own vehicle. Visitors
Omaha’s Zoo and Aquarium is looking to fill part-time Guest Services and Education positions at Open Interviews on Thursday, March 24, from 4 to 6 p.m. All who plan to attend the Open Interviews must apply online at OmahaZoo.com/WorkHere prior to arriving on Thursday. Open interviews will be conducted in the Zoo’s Durham’s TreeTops Restaurant.
It often flies under the radar…but even the birds are smart enough to stop here. In fact, it’s home to one of the last great animal migrations where 600,000 sandhill cranes convene on the Platte River every spring (March to early April), the world’s largest migration of one of the oldest species. Although, Sandhill cranes
Terrific food, great ambiance, a new experience… dining out is some of the spice of life. And what can make your dining experience even better? Saving some money in the process. The brand new Omaha Dining Pass offers exclusive savings to enjoy during your next meal or snack out in Omaha. With nothing to download,
Omaha’s Zoo and Aquarium invites all to celebrate Spring Break with a visit to the Zoo. As the weather warms, there will be increasingly more happening at Omaha’s Zoo and Aquarium. There is much to see and immerse yourself in including Owen Sea Lion Shores, the Asian Highlands and the renovated Hubbard Gorilla Valley. Omaha’s
In Omaha, we don’t need a reason to have fun. But St. Patrick’s Day offers a good excuse for revelry, and we’re all about festive experiences, tasty food, and getting a taste of the luck of the Irish. First and Foremost: Food and Drink. Come hungry at a slew of local restaurants serving up Irish
The Public is Invited to Help Decide the Best Tourism Businesses from Three Area Counties OMAHA, NE. Feb. 24, 2022 – As the travel and tourism sector moves towards recovery from the global pandemic, we want to take time to celebrate our local attractions, restaurants, hotels and retail outlets in Douglas, Sarpy, and Pottawattamie counties.