{"id":64952,"date":"2020-06-26T00:00:40","date_gmt":"2020-06-26T00:00:40","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/blog\/?p=64952"},"modified":"2020-06-26T00:00:40","modified_gmt":"2020-06-26T00:00:40","slug":"celebrate-fourth-july-weekend-omaha-year","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/2020\/06\/celebrate-fourth-july-weekend-omaha-year\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Celebrate the Fourth of July Weekend in Omaha This Year"},"content":{"rendered":"<p dir=\"ltr\">Like almost everything in 2020, the 4th of July is likely to look a little different due to social distancing. But that doesn&#8217;t mean you shouldn&#8217;t celebrate the holiday\u2014even if that means virtual fireworks and smaller backyard parties.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">To help you have the best Independence Day possible, we&#8217;ve rounded up a few ideas on how to spend it in the Omaha area! Whether you want to enjoy a peaceful day at the farmers&#8217; market or want to throw an all-out barbeque for your family, we&#8217;ve got you covered.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\">Head to a First Friday Event<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-44712 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Benson-First-Friday.png\" alt=\"Omaha March Events\" width=\"945\" height=\"631\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Benson-First-Friday.png 945w, https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Benson-First-Friday-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Benson-First-Friday-768x513.png 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 945px) 100vw, 945px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 945px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 945\/631;\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>Photo courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bffomaha.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Benson First Friday<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">For some pre-Fourth of July fun, don&#8217;t miss <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bffomaha.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.bffomaha.org\/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1591474888826000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2rUtMfEKuyvJfNC59QRNDp\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Benson First Friday<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitomaha.com\/event\/first-friday-old-market\/20934\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.visitomaha.com\/event\/first-friday-old-market\/20934\/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1591474888826000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1jjQcEmRecsQCPTg0cE3nH\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">First Friday Old Market<\/a>, two monthly events that help promote local business and the arts in their respective neighborhoods. First Friday Old Market is kicking off their 2020 season, which was postponed due to the virus, on July 3rd! It will run from 6-9 p.m. and gives you the chance to explore local galleries and meet with local artists.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">After you&#8217;ve spent a little while perusing <a href=\"https:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/old-market-real-estate?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Posts&amp;utm_campaign=Internal\" target=\"_blank\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/old-market-real-estate?utm_source%3DBlog%26utm_medium%3DBlog%2520Posts%26utm_campaign%3DInternal&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1591474888826000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2xEZriGdBqfKk5hlAVeXJu\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Old Market<\/a>, head over to Benson and explore everything this hipster neighborhood has to offer! See art from local artists, step into boutiques and shops, or grab a drink while listening to live music. BFF may be making changes to the event depending on the pandemic, make sure you follow them on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/BensonFirstFriday\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/BensonFirstFriday\/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1591474888826000&amp;usg=AOvVaw32CCYuu50CZM-Y1mWcL0FM\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">social media<\/a> to stay updated.<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"im\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\">Go to the Farmers Market<\/h2>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">The Fourth of July falls on a Saturday this year and that means it&#8217;s a perfect opportunity to celebrate at the farmers market! Even through a pandemic, Omaha locals have made sure that fresh produce, baked goods, dairy products and so much more are still readily available all over the area. Many of our local markets, from the Omaha Farmers\u2019 Market to ones in Council Bluffs and Papillion, are now offering online ordering, curbside pickup and more. <a href=\"http:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/blog\/2020\/06\/guide-omaha-farmers-markets-2020\/?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Posts&amp;utm_campaign=Internal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Click here<\/a> to see what local farmers&#8217; markets are up to this season.<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"im\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\">Have an Outdoor Family Barbecue<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-43232 size-full lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/niklas-rhose-14304-unsplash-3.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"945\" height=\"709\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 945px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 945\/709;\" \/><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">It&#8217;s America&#8217;s birthday, which in itself calls for a special dinner to celebrate. And even though you can&#8217;t throw a big bash this year, you can still create a few patriotic recipes from local bloggers to enjoy with just you and your own. We have an entire list of our favorite summery recipes from Nebraskan bloggers, from <a href=\"http:\/\/stirlist.com\/apple-cranberry-chicken-salad\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=http:\/\/stirlist.com\/apple-cranberry-chicken-salad\/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1591474888826000&amp;usg=AOvVaw3anju2btIz6nznWbmGqAuh\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Apple Cranberry Chicken Salad<\/a> from Amber at <a href=\"http:\/\/stirlist.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=http:\/\/stirlist.com\/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1591474888826000&amp;usg=AOvVaw01bPsjYvSLNSKPmSiFQ9a2\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Stirlist<\/a> to a <a href=\"http:\/\/bakesinslippers.com\/happy-national-hamburger-day\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=http:\/\/bakesinslippers.com\/happy-national-hamburger-day\/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1591474888827000&amp;usg=AOvVaw3S9npQEybjkVG--mh0oZgk\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Plant-Based Mexican Burger<\/a> from Janelle at <a href=\"http:\/\/bakesinslippers.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=http:\/\/bakesinslippers.com\/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1591474888827000&amp;usg=AOvVaw349Hp6EkcR5FZRJmNQaM0W\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Bakes in Slippers<\/a>. <a href=\"http:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/blog\/2017\/06\/summer-recipes-nebraska-bloggers\/?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Posts&amp;utm_campaign=Internal\" target=\"_blank\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=http:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/blog\/2017\/06\/summer-recipes-nebraska-bloggers\/?utm_source%3DBlog%26utm_medium%3DBlog%2520Posts%26utm_campaign%3DInternal&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1591474888827000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2Rxd6m6Ytadwgh6x_N_GBB\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Click here<\/a> to see the full list and get cooking!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\">Bake Something Patriotic<\/h2>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">You can&#8217;t have a party without a little something sweet. Luckily, Nebraskan bloggers have our backs once again. Try these <a href=\"http:\/\/www.lillepunkin.com\/2012\/07\/4th-of-july-recipes-red-white-and-blue.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=http:\/\/www.lillepunkin.com\/2012\/07\/4th-of-july-recipes-red-white-and-blue.html&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1591474888827000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0JAOyBECUQNNAq4FHgj0Mb\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Red, White and Blue Sweet Potato Muffins<\/a> from <a href=\"http:\/\/www.lillepunkin.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=http:\/\/www.lillepunkin.com\/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1591474888827000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0pnc6sfLiLunzcwAeF2ooN\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Lille Pumpkin<\/a> if you&#8217;re looking for a sweet breakfast treat. Or, if it&#8217;s just too hot to turn on the oven this weekend, throw together this easy <a href=\"https:\/\/hostessatheart.com\/3-ingredient-candied-popcorn\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/hostessatheart.com\/3-ingredient-candied-popcorn\/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1591474888827000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1ss9hjABG6o665BoKEk-gC\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">3-Ingredient Candied Popcorn<\/a> from <a href=\"https:\/\/hostessatheart.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/hostessatheart.com\/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1591474888827000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1EMP7ldAbM8Yd36FJ98vu8\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Hostess at Heart<\/a>, which is sure to be a crowd-pleaser!<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"im\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\">Take Advantage of Fourth of July Sales<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-65022 lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/54.218.64.113\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/artem-beliaikin-49mCO5ZRQDk-unsplash1-1.jpg\" alt=\"Omaha Fourth of July\" width=\"945\" height=\"630\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 945px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 945\/630;\" \/><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">One of our favorite things about the Fourth of July is all of the great deals! So if you&#8217;re in the market for some new patio furniture, a new kitchen appliance, or some other special home decor\u2014now&#8217;s the time to start shopping. This year, national stores like Home Depot, Pottery Barn, Wayfair and more are planning big sales on everything from grills to swimwear. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.countryliving.com\/shopping\/a32439460\/4th-of-july-sales-2020\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.countryliving.com\/shopping\/a32439460\/4th-of-july-sales-2020\/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1591474888827000&amp;usg=AOvVaw20EYAskrPhV5pIZXk-r8fC\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Here&#8217;s a great running list from Country Living<\/a> that you can bookmark for later.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\">Watch Some Virtual Celebrations<\/h2>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">While there haven&#8217;t been many virtual Independence Day celebrations announced here in Omaha, there are a lot of cities around the United States that are planning some online festivities. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fairsaintlouis.org\/?fbclid=IwAR3SXA2rOwIpjzUNKoBSKjKMRWlk1WbLlsxNugJ5Ny-rTxrAvq0QgXgtOnY\" target=\"_blank\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.fairsaintlouis.org\/?fbclid%3DIwAR3SXA2rOwIpjzUNKoBSKjKMRWlk1WbLlsxNugJ5Ny-rTxrAvq0QgXgtOnY&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1591474888827000&amp;usg=AOvVaw00KnzRglKKIm9jzAKXA_st\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">St. Louis&#8217; massive annual fair<\/a> has decided to move the party online. Just tune in to their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/FairSaintLouis\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/FairSaintLouis\/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1591474888827000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2wtFSkXl9WDNXevkuh5iEp\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Facebook page<\/a> for a virtual celebration, complete with local musicians, variety acts, a salute to our troops and essential workers, and more.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">The city of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oldtownpocatello.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.oldtownpocatello.com\/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1591474888827000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0Rirp4UOIxnVtZs_7lhCOZ\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pocatello, Idaho<\/a> is going to be hosting a virtual parade on July 4th starting at 10 a.m. on their Facebook page. So is the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.srvkiwanis.org\/parade\" target=\"_blank\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.srvkiwanis.org\/parade&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1591474888827000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0sJWsJxqywEz6KAx9XrXO-\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Kiwanis club of San Ramon Valley<\/a> in Danville, California which will start at 10 a.m. Pacific Time.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\">Camp in Your Own Backyard<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-65042 lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/54.218.64.113\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/harishan-kobalasingam-_c1fpZmDKhk-unsplash1-1.jpg\" alt=\"Omaha Fourth of July\" width=\"945\" height=\"630\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 945px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 945\/630;\" \/><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Campfires, tents, s\u2019 mores, chirping crickets\u2014all of our favorite parts of camping can be done right in your backyard! Set up your tent, get a fire going (a candle works perfectly if you don\u2019t want to start an actual fire in your yard), snuggle up in your sleeping bags, and enjoy a night outside.<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"im\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\">Get Takeout from One of Your Favorite Local Restaurants<\/h2>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">If you don&#8217;t feel like cooking a grand summer barbeque, why not support a local business instead? From <a href=\"http:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/blog\/2020\/02\/new-restaurants-bars-omaha-cant-wait-try\/?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Posts&amp;utm_campaign=Internal\" target=\"_blank\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=http:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/blog\/2020\/02\/new-restaurants-bars-omaha-cant-wait-try\/?utm_source%3DBlog%26utm_medium%3DBlog%2520Posts%26utm_campaign%3DInternal&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1591474888827000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0NNACtLPTlxRQKYkEpHh32\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">brand new restaurants<\/a> to <a href=\"http:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/blog\/2019\/10\/14-kid-approved-omaha-area-restaurants\/?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Posts&amp;utm_campaign=Internal\" target=\"_blank\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=http:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/blog\/2019\/10\/14-kid-approved-omaha-area-restaurants\/?utm_source%3DBlog%26utm_medium%3DBlog%2520Posts%26utm_campaign%3DInternal&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1591474888827000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0Icu1P9vnjKLMWIYDKr1lf\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">kid-approved spots<\/a> and <a href=\"http:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/blog\/2018\/10\/vegan-vegetarian-lincoln-nebraska\/?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Posts&amp;utm_campaign=Internal\" target=\"_blank\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=http:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/blog\/2018\/10\/vegan-vegetarian-lincoln-nebraska\/?utm_source%3DBlog%26utm_medium%3DBlog%2520Posts%26utm_campaign%3DInternal&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1591474888827000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1W5BgQ9yOT_es1cOIZIx1D\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">vegan\/vegetarian eateries<\/a>, we have lists for them all. Plus, many of them are currently offering curbside pickup and takeout so you don&#8217;t even have to go inside.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\">Take a Scenic Drive<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-65012 lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/54.218.64.113\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/american-public-power-association-TwF1STzFz8-unsplash1-1.jpg\" alt=\"Omaha Fourth of July\" width=\"945\" height=\"630\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 945px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 945\/630;\" \/><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">This holiday weekend is a great opportunity to explore everything the Omaha area has to offer! Pack a picnic, load up the car, and put on your favorite road trip playlist\u2014because you&#8217;re going on an adventure. Luckily, you don&#8217;t even have to go that far for a fun drive. The Omaha area is full of scenic areas that you can explore away from other people. Need some inspiration? Check out <a href=\"http:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/blog\/2018\/04\/the-best-summer-getaways-in-nebraska\/?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Posts&amp;utm_campaign=Internal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">our list of the best getaways in Nebraska<\/a>!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\">Break Out the Sparklers<\/h2>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">There might not be official fireworks this year, but that doesn&#8217;t mean you can&#8217;t bring some of the sizzling fun to your backyard! Grab a few boxes of sparklers and go to town. Play some games with them, take a few photos, practice your air writing\u2014with a little imagination, this simple activity can be the highlight of the holiday.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\">Happy Independence Day!<\/h2>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">How are you planning to celebrate the Fourth this year? Let us know in the comments!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Like almost everything in 2020, the 4th of July is likely to look a little different due to social distancing. But that doesn&#8217;t mean you shouldn&#8217;t celebrate the holiday\u2014even if that means virtual fireworks and smaller backyard parties. 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