{"id":78782,"date":"2021-06-09T00:00:33","date_gmt":"2021-06-09T00:00:33","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/blog\/?p=78782"},"modified":"2021-06-09T00:00:33","modified_gmt":"2021-06-09T00:00:33","slug":"things-fathers-day-omaha","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/2021\/06\/things-fathers-day-omaha\/","title":{"rendered":"15 Things to Do This Father’s Day in Omaha"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Father’s Day is coming up quick<\/span><\/span>! This year, the big day\u00a0<\/span><\/span>fall<\/span><\/span>s<\/span><\/span>\u00a0on\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Sunda<\/span><\/span>y<\/span><\/span>, June 20<\/span><\/span>th<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span>(so be sure to mark your calendars!).\u00a0<\/span><\/span>If you’re searching for fun things to do\u00a0<\/span><\/span>with the<\/span><\/span>\u00a0dad in your life\u00a0<\/span><\/span>during this upcoming holiday,<\/span><\/span>\u00a0we’ve rounded up a few ideas.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Below, you’ll find a handful of exciting ways to spend Father’s Day in Omaha. From outdoor activities like golf or baseball to\u00a0<\/span><\/span>air-conditioned<\/span><\/span>\u00a0havens like ice cream shops and must-try brunch spots, it’s all right here. Happy Father’s Day!<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Attend the\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Collegiate Baseball Championship<\/span><\/span><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

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After being postponed last year,<\/span><\/span>\u00a0one of Omaha’s most<\/span><\/span>–<\/span><\/span>anticipated<\/span><\/span>\u00a0annual<\/span><\/span>\u00a0events<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span>is<\/span><\/span>\u00a0back<\/span><\/span>!\u00a0<\/span><\/span>We are so proud to live in the host city for the Collegiate Baseball Championship, which kicks off on Father\u2019s Day weekend this year at TD Ameritrade Park.\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Take your dad out to the ballgames, hit up the nearby\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Fan Fest Festival<\/span><\/span><\/a>,\u00a0<\/span><\/span>and enjoy plenty of tasty ballpark food!\u00a0<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Play a\u00a0<\/span><\/span>round o<\/span><\/span>f<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span>golf<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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Omaha\u2019s gently rolling terrain makes it a perfect destination for golfers, and thankfully, we have\u00a0<\/span><\/span>a number of<\/span><\/span>\u00a0lush, championship golf courses in the area. No matter what your dad\u2019s skill level is, you\u2019re sure to have a blast.\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Stone Creek<\/span><\/span><\/a>\u00a0is a high-quality<\/span><\/span>,<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span>yet affordable,<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span>course that offers 27 challenging golf holes on perfectly maintained land. Another one of our favorites,\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Indian Creek<\/span><\/span><\/a>, consistently thrills visitors with its abundant water obstacles, well-placed bunkers, and lush fairways.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Go\u00a0<\/span><\/span>c<\/span><\/span>amping<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

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Since Father\u2019s Day happens to fall in the summer, why not spend it enjoying the great weather? Our region offers plenty of opportunities for exploring the outdoors, but one of the best ways to take in Omaha\u2019s natural beauty is by pitching a tent and spending the weekend basking in the\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Nebraska landscape<\/span><\/span>! There\u00a0<\/span>are<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span>several amazing campgrounds within two hours of Omaha<\/span><\/span><\/a>, including the\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Eugene T. Mahoney State Park<\/span><\/span><\/a>,\u00a0<\/span><\/span>which is located halfway between Omaha and Lincoln and is one of the most popular outdoorsy retreats in the area.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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See a\u00a0<\/span><\/span>driv<\/span><\/span>e<\/span><\/span>-in\u00a0<\/span><\/span>movie<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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Take a trip down memory lane with a drive-in movie this Father’s Day! Omaha has two great choices when it comes to drive-in movies:\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Falconwood Park<\/span><\/span><\/a>\u00a0in\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Bellevue<\/span><\/span><\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0<\/span><\/span>The Quasar Drive-in<\/span><\/span><\/a>\u00a0in\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Valley<\/span><\/span><\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/span>They haven’t announced specific Father’s Day weekend lineups yet, but you can visit their respective websites to see upcoming shows and to purchase your tickets!\u00a0<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Take dad axe\u00a0<\/span><\/span>throwing<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

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Over the past few years, axe throwing has become an exciting way to pass the time with friends, family and coworkers! It works just like it sounds<\/span><\/span>:\u00a0<\/span><\/span>you visit an axe throwing facility, book a space and begin throwing large, timber axes at targets across the room. There are several places to try out this unique sport in Omaha\u00a0<\/span><\/span>this Father’s Day<\/span><\/span>,<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span>including\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Flying Timber Axe Throwing<\/span><\/span><\/a>,\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Craft Axe Throwing<\/span><\/span><\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Axe Games<\/span><\/span><\/a>!<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Make something\u00a0<\/span><\/span>together<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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One thing we’ve\u00a0<\/span><\/span>actually liked<\/span><\/span>\u00a0about the abundance of time at home over the past 1<\/span><\/span>5<\/span><\/span>\u00a0months is the time we can dedicate to learning new things! Pottery, woodworking, knitting, baking\u2014there are so many things you and your dad can learn from the comfort of home. We have a list of\u00a0<\/span>some<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span>quarantine hobbies<\/span><\/span><\/a>\u00a0you can enjoy\u00a0<\/span><\/span>this Father’s Day,\u00a0<\/span><\/span>which\u00a0<\/span><\/span>includes some tips on where to get supplies for your crafts and information on local online classes. Build a bird house, bake some bread, learn how to knit a scarf or tackle a new garden<\/span><\/span>\u00a0\u2014\u00a0<\/span><\/span>no matter what you decide to make, you and your dad will love learning how to do it together!\u00a0<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Walk\u00a0<\/span><\/span>around the farmers’\u00a0<\/span><\/span>market<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

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This Father’s Day, spend the morning exploring some of<\/span><\/span>\u00a0the<\/span><\/span>\u00a0Omaha area’s many farmers’ markets, picking up fresh produce, homemade bread, artisan goods<\/span><\/span>,<\/span><\/span>\u00a0and so much more.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0Even if you don\u2019t plan on getting groceries for the entire week, wandering around the nearest market\u00a0<\/span><\/span>with the whole family\u00a0<\/span><\/span>is one of our favorite s<\/span><\/span>ummer<\/span><\/span>\u00a0activities. Use\u00a0<\/span><\/span>our guide to this season\u2019s markets<\/span><\/span><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/span>and stock up on fresh produce<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span>so you can<\/span><\/span>\u00a0cook a fresh feast<\/span><\/span>\u00a0for your dad<\/span><\/span>!<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Get\u00a0<\/span><\/span>b<\/span><\/span>runch<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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Coffee, waffles, ice-cold mimosas: there’s just something special about brunch. B<\/span><\/span>efore you hit up your local farmers\u2019 market and get on with your\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Father’s Day weekend<\/span><\/span>, make a point to place an order<\/span><\/span>\u00a0for\u00a0<\/span><\/span>delivery or head to a local restaurant for brunch! We, of course,\u00a0<\/span><\/span>have a guide to the best\u00a0<\/span><\/span>brunch\u00a0<\/span><\/span>spots in Omaha<\/span><\/span><\/a>, some of which serve this beloved meal all day while others only offer it on select days. Regardless, we promise you\u2019ll enjoy all of them!\u00a0<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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…Or a fancy\u00a0<\/span><\/span>steak\u00a0<\/span><\/span>dinner<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

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It\u2019s no secret that Omaha is known around the country as one of the best sources for steak.\u00a0<\/span><\/span>So<\/span><\/span>,\u00a0<\/span><\/span>there is no better place to take your dad out for a great meal!\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Click here<\/span><\/span><\/a>\u00a0for our list of the best places to get a steak in Omaha\u2014which\u00a0<\/span><\/span>includes<\/span><\/span>\u00a0spots like\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Brother Sebastian’s<\/span><\/span><\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0<\/span><\/span>V. Mert<\/span><\/span>z<\/span><\/span><\/a>. Then, make a reservation, get dressed up and take your dad out for a fantastic night!\u00a0<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Head to the arcade<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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The arcade isn\u2019t just a kid\u2019s dream come true\u2014it\u2019s fun for the whole family! Enjoy games, laser tag, Glow Golf, paintball, bowling and even a few roller coasters at a local arcade. We love the\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Amazing Pizza Machine<\/span><\/span><\/a>, which is a 60,000-square-foot indoor restaurant and entertainment center full of things to do!<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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For a more 21+ arcade experience, head over to\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Beercade<\/span><\/span><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/span>for a\u00a0<\/span><\/span>throwback<\/span><\/span>\u00a0to the good old days. It\u2019s located in the heart of the artsy Benson neighborhood and features 30 rotating craft beers on tap, a full bar, classic arcade games, pinball machines and\u00a0<\/span><\/span>skeeball<\/span><\/span>.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Go\u00a0<\/span><\/span>fishing<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

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Omaha is home to an abundance of outdoor exploration activities, from biking to\u00a0<\/span><\/span>hiking and\u00a0<\/span><\/span>camping\u00a0<\/span><\/span>to golfing.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0But because of the many lakes and rivers surrounding the area, fishing is an all-time favorite for many locals.\u00a0<\/span><\/span>If your dad is a hobby-fisherman and dreams of spending his day out on the water, take him to one of our favorite fishing spots around town! We have\u00a0<\/span><\/span>a full list<\/span><\/span><\/a>\u2014complete with an interactive map\u2014that will help you plan your\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Father’s Day fishing trip. But before you head out, make sure you have a proper fishing license. You can get one from the\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Nebraska Game and Parks\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Commission<\/span><\/span><\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/span>And\u00a0<\/span><\/span>also<\/span><\/span>,<\/span><\/span>\u00a0be sure that you know\u00a0<\/span><\/span>all of<\/span><\/span>\u00a0the size and bag limits for the areas you\u2019ll be fishing in. You can find that information and more in the most recent edition of the\u00a0<\/span><\/span>OutdoorNebraska<\/span><\/span>\u00a0Fishing Guide\u00a0<\/span><\/span>here<\/span><\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Enjoy some outdoor\u00a0<\/span><\/span>music<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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Outdoor music is returning to the Omaha area! After many events were canceled last year due to COVID-19, with the rise in vaccinations and a little creativity from event organizers, many are returning for 2021.\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Click here<\/span><\/span><\/a>\u00a0to find this year’s guide to live music in the area, which includes<\/span><\/span>\u00a0both<\/span><\/span>\u00a0recurring weekly communi<\/span><\/span>ty concerts and iconic weekend festivals.\u00a0<\/span><\/span>During Father’s Day weekend, you can\u00a0<\/span>enjoy<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span>The Omaha Freedom Festival<\/span><\/span><\/a>\u00a0as well as a variety of community events a<\/span><\/span>round town\u2014just don’t forget your folding chairs or picnic blankets!\u00a0<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Take a\u00a0<\/span><\/span>cruise<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

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