Things to do with friends in Omaha, NE

What are fun things to do with friends in Omaha?

We checked 56 real places in Omaha, NE from OpenStreetMap, including 8 places to eat, 8 bars and nightlife spots (21+) and 8 sights. Squad Plan's three day plans below draw on these places, and your group can vote on the one you like best.

Last updated 2026-10-14

We found 8 places to eat, 8 bars and nightlife spots (21+), 8 sights, 8 parks and outdoor spots, 8 game spots, 8 sports venues and 8 places to shop in Omaha, from OpenStreetMap map data.

Three ready-made day plans

Costs are rough estimates per person in US dollars. Check hours and prices before you go.

Plan A

Omaha Home for the Boys Visitors Center and History Museum to Omaha Dog Bar

Slow pace, good food, plenty of time to talk. Group of 4 for friends hangout.

Estimated total per person: $69–210

  1. 10:00Visit Omaha Home for the Boys Visitors Center and History Museum

    North 51st Street, Omaha, NE 68104

    Free to $25 (estimate)
  2. 11:00Explore Infield at The Zoo

    South Omaha, Omaha, Nebraska

    Free
  3. 12:30Lunch at Durham Tree Tops Restaurant

    3701 South 10th Street, Omaha, NE 68108

    $12–20 (estimate)
  4. 14:00Get active at Hitchcock Ice Arena

    Hitchcock Park Road, Omaha, NE 68117

    $10–25 (estimate)
  5. 15:00Browse Hamilton Club

    1942 South 42nd Street, Omaha, NE 68105

    Free to $40 (estimate)
  6. 16:00Catch a show at Lozier Giant Screen Theatre

    Zoo Parkway, Omaha, NE 68108

    $15–30 (estimate)
  7. 18:30Dinner at Voodoo Taco

    1102 Harney Street, Omaha, NE 68102

    $20–40 (estimate)
  8. 20:30Drinks at Omaha Dog Bar

    1231 South 14th Street, Omaha, NE 68108

    $12–30 (estimate)
Plan B

Sokol South Omaha Czechoslovak Museum to Barry O's

A fuller day of sights and new places. Group of 4 for friends hangout.

Estimated total per person: $69–210

  1. 10:00Visit Sokol South Omaha Czechoslovak Museum

    South 19th Street, Omaha, NE 68107

    Free to $25 (estimate)
  2. 11:00Explore Hanscom Park

    Omaha, Nebraska

    Free
  3. 12:30Lunch at Yeti Camp Snacks

    Yeti Camp, Omaha, NE 68108

    $12–20 (estimate)
  4. 14:00Play at Bob & Willies Wonderbowl

    Farnam Street, Omaha, NE 68132

    $15–30 (estimate)
  5. 15:00Get active at Morrison Stadium

    North 18th Street, Omaha, NE 68178

    $10–25 (estimate)
  6. 16:00Browse Mid Star Lab, Inc.

    1941 South 42nd Street, Omaha, NE 68105

    Free to $40 (estimate)
  7. 18:30Dinner at Twisted Fork

    1014 Howard Street, Omaha, NE 68102

    $20–40 (estimate)
  8. 20:30Drinks at Barry O's

    South 10th Street, Omaha, NE 68012

    $12–30 (estimate)
Plan C

Mormon Trail Center at Winter Quarters to Anna's Place

High energy from start to finish. Group of 4 for friends hangout.

Estimated total per person: $69–210

  1. 10:00Visit Mormon Trail Center at Winter Quarters

    State Street, Florence, Omaha, NE 68112

    Free to $25 (estimate)
  2. 11:00Explore Walnut Hill Park

    Omaha, Nebraska

    Free
  3. 12:30Lunch at Pitch Pizzeria

    5021 Underwood Avenue, Omaha, NE 68132

    $12–20 (estimate)
  4. 14:00Get active at Bryant Center

    Burdette Street, Omaha, NE 68111

    $10–25 (estimate)
  5. 15:00Browse Regency Court Shopping Center

    Regency Parkway, Omaha, NE 68114

    Free to $40 (estimate)
  6. 16:00Watch a movie at Aksarben Cinema

    2110 South 67th Street, Omaha, NE 68106

    $15–30 (estimate)
  7. 18:30Dinner at Society 1854

    222 North 10th Street, Omaha, NE 68102

    $20–40 (estimate)
  8. 20:30Drinks at Anna's Place

    1802 Dodge Street, Omaha, NE 68102

    $12–30 (estimate)

Family friendly things to do in Omaha

Real places in Omaha for a day out with kids.

  1. Visit Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

    A good first stop for a family day. Check the hours before you go.

    Free to $25 (estimate)3701 South 10th Street, Omaha, NE 68108
  2. Visit Adams Park

    Free to visit, with room to run around. Bring snacks and water.

    FreeOmaha, Nebraska
  3. Eat at Glacier Bay Landing

    A sit-down meal for the whole family. Call ahead for a big group.

    $12–20 (estimate)3701 South 10th Street, Omaha, NE 68108
  4. Go to Bob & Willies Wonderbowl

    Mini golf, bowling and arcades are easy for kids. Check the hours before you go.

    $15–30 (estimate)Farnam Street, Omaha, NE 68132
  5. Go to Dundee Theatre

    Movies, games or bowling for a rainy or hot afternoon. Check showtimes and hours first.

    $15–30 (estimate)4952 Dodge Street, Omaha, NE 68132

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Date night ideas in Omaha

Real places in Omaha for two people, with a rough cost per person.

  1. Walk through Upland Park

    Free, and easy to talk while you walk side by side.

    FreeSouth Omaha, Omaha, Nebraska
  2. Look around Historic Florence Bank Museum

    Something to look at together, so there is always something to talk about.

    Free to $25 (estimate)Willit Street, Florence, Omaha, NE 68112
  3. Play a round at Bob & Willies Wonderbowl

    Something to do together, so you are not just making small talk across a table.

    $15–30 (estimate)Farnam Street, Omaha, NE 68132
  4. Dinner at Valentino's To Go

    Pick a table where you can talk, and share a few dishes if you both like that.

    $20–40 (estimate)Leavenworth Street, Omaha, NE 68106
  5. Drinks at Berry and Rye (21+)

    One drink, then decide together if the night keeps going.

    $12–30 (estimate)Howard Street, Omaha, NE 68102

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Things to do with a large group in Omaha

Real places in Omaha for a group of 10 or more people.

  1. Bowling at Bob & Willies Wonderbowl

    Teams take turns, so everyone stays in the game. Book lanes ahead for a big group.

    $15–30 (estimate)Farnam Street, Omaha, NE 68132
  2. Play at Ruth Sokolof Theater

    Ask about group rates and book ahead before you go.

    $15–30 (estimate)1340 Mike Fahey Street, Omaha, NE 68102
  3. Racket sports at Hanscom Brandeis Tennis Center

    Rotate players so everyone gets a turn on court. Book courts ahead for a big group.

    $10–25 (estimate)Ed Creighton Avenue, Omaha, NE 68105
  4. Park time at Twenty-Second and Willis Street Park

    Bring a ball, a frisbee or lawn games. Free, and easy to split into smaller groups.

    FreeOmaha, NE 68110
  5. Dinner at Durham Tree Tops Restaurant

    Book ahead for a big table, and ask if they can seat your group together.

    $20–40 (estimate)3701 South 10th Street, Omaha, NE 68108
  6. Drinks at SlowDown (21+)

    Only for groups where everyone is 21+. Ask about a reserved table for a big party.

    $12–30 (estimate)729 North 14th Street, Omaha, NE 68102

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Weekend in Omaha with friends

A two-day plan of real places in Omaha, from Saturday morning to Sunday afternoon.

  1. Saturday morning: Durham Museum

    Start the day with a museum, gallery or other sight. Check opening days before you go.

    Free to $25 (estimate)801 South 10th Street, Omaha, NE 68108
  2. Saturday lunch: Durham Tree Tops Restaurant

    Sit down together for lunch. Book ahead if the group is big.

    $12–20 (estimate)3701 South 10th Street, Omaha, NE 68108
  3. Saturday afternoon: Gallagher Park

    Free, and easy to split up and meet again. Good for a walk between stops.

    FreeBenson, Omaha, Nebraska
  4. Saturday night: Corkscrew Wine & Cheese (21+)

    A drink or two to end the day. Everyone needs to be 21 or older.

    $12–30 (estimate)3908 Farnam Street, Omaha, NE 68131
  5. Sunday afternoon: AMC Westroads 14

    Bowling, an arcade or a movie. Something to do together before heading home.

    $15–30 (estimate)Nicholas Street, Omaha, NE 68114

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Birthday ideas for adults in Omaha

Real places in Omaha for a birthday the whole group will show up for.

  1. Birthday dinner at Durham Tree Tops Restaurant

    Book a table for the whole group and let the birthday person order first.

    $20–40 (estimate)3701 South 10th Street, Omaha, NE 68108
  2. Play at Marcus Majestic Cinema

    Something to do together beats only sitting and talking. Book ahead for a big group.

    $15–30 (estimate)North 142nd Avenue, Omaha, NE 68164
  3. Drinks at Jackson Street Tavern (21+)

    Finish the night with a round on the group for the birthday person.

    $12–30 (estimate)Jackson Street, Omaha, NE 68102
  4. Visit Historic Florence Depot Museum

    A low-key daytime start before dinner, good for a smaller group.

    Free to $25 (estimate)9000 North 30th Street, Omaha, NE 68112
  5. Picnic at Himebaugh Park

    Bring a cake and some snacks. Free, and nobody has to shout over music.

    FreeOmaha, Nebraska

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Things to do with friends under 21 in Omaha

Real places in Omaha for a group where some friends are under 21.

  1. Play at Bob & Willies Wonderbowl

    Games or fun for the group. Call ahead if the group is big.

    $15–30 (estimate)Farnam Street, Omaha, NE 68132
  2. See a movie at AMC Oakview Plaza 24

    Check showtimes first, and pick a film the whole group can agree on.

    $15–30 (estimate)3555 South 140th Plaza, Omaha, NE 68144
  3. Get active at CHI Health Center Arena

    Play, swim or work out together. Some places need a pass or booking, so call first.

    $10–25 (estimate)Gerald R Ford Expressway, Omaha, NE 68012
  4. Eat at Durham Tree Tops Restaurant

    Order a few dishes to share to keep the bill down. Check the menu online first.

    $12–20 (estimate)3701 South 10th Street, Omaha, NE 68108
  5. Hang out at Infield at The Zoo

    Free to visit. Bring a ball or a frisbee if you want to play.

    FreeSouth Omaha, Omaha, Nebraska

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Places in Omaha

Places to eat

Bars and nightlife (21+)

Sights

Parks and outdoor spots

Game spots

Sports venues

Places to shop

How much does a day out with friends cost in Omaha?

Across the three day plans above, a day out with friends in Omaha costs about $69 to $210 per person, from the lowest plan to the highest. Each total adds up the typical price of its stops, so treat it as a rough estimate and check prices before you go.

Frequently asked questions

What can a group do in Omaha for free?

Free places on our list include Infield at The Zoo, Adams Park and Hanscom Park. Plans also leave time to wander around town at no cost.

Where can friends eat in Omaha?

Good places to start are Durham Tree Tops Restaurant, Voodoo Taco and Yeti Camp Snacks. The day plans above include food stops from this list.

What is there to see in Omaha?

Sights on our list include Omaha Home for the Boys Visitors Center and History Museum, Historic Florence Bank Museum and Sokol South Omaha Czechoslovak Museum. The full list is in the places section below.

What are good things to do with kids in Omaha?

Try visit Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium, visit Adams Park and eat at Glacier Bay Landing. Every idea here is a real mapped place, with a rough cost per person.

What are good date night ideas in Omaha?

Try walk through Upland Park, look around Historic Florence Bank Museum and play a round at Bob & Willies Wonderbowl. Start small with coffee or a walk, and save dinner for when it is going well.

What are good things to do with a large group in Omaha?

Try bowling at Bob & Willies Wonderbowl, play at Ruth Sokolof Theater and racket sports at Hanscom Brandeis Tennis Center. Book ahead for a group this size, and send the link so everyone can vote on the plan.

What can friends do on a weekend in Omaha?

Try saturday morning: Durham Museum, saturday lunch: Durham Tree Tops Restaurant and saturday afternoon: Gallagher Park. Every stop is a real mapped place, with a rough cost per person.

What are good birthday ideas for adults in Omaha?

Try birthday dinner at Durham Tree Tops Restaurant, play at Marcus Majestic Cinema and drinks at Jackson Street Tavern (21+). Every idea here is a real mapped place, with a rough cost per person.

What can friends under 21 do together in Omaha?

Try play at Bob & Willies Wonderbowl, see a movie at AMC Oakview Plaza 24 and get active at CHI Health Center Arena. Every idea here is a real mapped place. Costs are rough estimates.

Can Squad Plan make a custom plan for Omaha?

Yes. Pick the city, your group and the vibe, and Squad Plan gives you three plans your friends can vote on. It is free for 5 plans a week.

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