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The Reader and El Perico Final Party! Join us as we say goodbye to The Reader and El Perico after 29 years. Saturday, December 16, 2023 6:00 PM CT at The Admiral 2234 South 13th Street Omaha, NE. More info.

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Who’s the Daddy of the Mac?

Return of the Mac (Take Seven) Midtown Crossing at Turner Park will host the seventh annual Mac and Cheese Binge on Saturday, January 21 from 11am to 3pm. The all-ages outdoor event will feature $4 mac samplings from Chef Around the Block, Pa Mas Taqueria & Grill, Ray’s Wings, Pizza and Drinks, Smokin’ Oak Wood-Fired […]

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Things to Do in Omaha on 4/20

Despite a red-state legislative body that preaches reefer madness and has only gone as far as to decriminalize cannabis in the state of Nebraska, in Omaha, the 4/20 festivities will go ahead as planned. The even better news is that there are several ways to make the most out of this federally-unrecognized holiday, from laid-back […]

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Best of the Big O: 2023 Readers’ Choice – Nightlife and Play  Winners

Readers’ Choice winners can download their award logos here: Best Bar for an Internet Date  Best Bar for Beer Selection  Best Bar for Billiards  Best Bar for Cheap Drinks  Best Bar for Conversation  Best Bar for Craft Cocktails Best Bar for Darts  Best Bar for Hiding Out  Best Bar for Spirits Selection  Best Bar for […]

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Things to Do in Omaha in the Spring

Freezing rain and gale-force winds cast aside, spring showers more hours onto the day so you can explore your favorite city. On most days, the weather is inviting, far from humid, and chill in multiple senses. Here are ten things you can do this spring to take advantage of the cool weather or make the […]

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Best of the Big O: 2022 Readers’ Choice – Nightlife and Play  Winners

Best Bar for an Internet Date  Reader’s Choice Best of the Big O: Edge of the Universe  Reader’s Choice: Flying Timber Axe Throwing, The Village Bar, Beercade  Reader’s Recommend: LOCAL Beer, Patio and Kitchen, Tiny House Bar, WestEnd, Homy Inn, Nite Owl, The Down Under Lounge  Reader’s Refer: North Shore Tavern, Stocks n Bonds, Winchester […]

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Omaha Fitness Fun Guide

Fitness should be fun, so don’t sweat it if you struggle to get up and get active. It’s okay that it takes inspiration sometimes! If you need a boost or want to switch up your routine, here are ten different ways to use Omaha as a personal guide for fitness fun in 2023. Take nature […]