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Moylan Iceplex<\/a> has an NHL-sized sheet of ice and an Olympic-sized ice sheet, where the Omaha Hockey Club and the NXT Level Hockey Academy play, in addition to a few figure skating associations. But anyone can skate at Moylan Iceplex during their public skating times, which occur on Friday afternoons, Saturdays from 12:30\u20136:30 p.m. and 7:30\u201310 p.m., and Sundays from 2:15\u20136 p.m. Just check their schedule<\/a> to make sure public skating is happening this week!<\/p>\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n Escape the elements with an evening of old-fashioned fun at The MARK<\/a>, a modern bowling center in Elkhorn. The lanes are super cool and eye-catching, featuring black lights, soft lounge seats, and massive HD video walls playing everything from live sports and music videos to classic family films. Plus, there\u2019s more than just bowling at The MARK! You can play arcade games, laser tag, indoor volleyball, and XD Dark Ride, a theme park-style interactive 4D theater game. Take a look at the various specials happening throughout the week<\/a> to save some money!<\/p>\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n The Durham Museum<\/a>, built in what used to be Omaha\u2019s Union Station, is now a local landmark and a fully functional museum featuring an abundance of interesting displays and exhibits covering subjects ranging from history and culture to science, industry and more. Plus, the museum has ties with the Smithsonian Institution, the Library of Congress, the National Archives and the Field Museum in Chicago, so you can dig even further into history than you ever thought possible!<\/p>\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n Offering endless opportunities for fun, games and exploration, the Omaha Children\u2019s Museum<\/a> is a dream come true for little ones. This nonprofit learning and exploration space has received a national award from the Association of Science and Technology Museums, likely due to its fantastic educational programs and vibrant interactive exhibits. There are several seasonal exhibits that rotate depending on holidays and interests, but permanent installations<\/a> include the Imagination Playground, Charlie Campbell Science Center, the Tinker Lab, Fantastic Future Me and more!<\/p>\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n There\u2019s \u201cgoing to a movie\u201d and then there\u2019s \u201cgoing to a movie at Alamo Drafthouse<\/a>,\u201d which provides an upscale experience from start to finish. Opened in 2015, Alamo Drafthouse has a unique Star Wars-themed lobby, complete with shiny silver metal, bright lights, and the Emperor\u2019s throne, where you can control the overhead Death Star with the push of a few buttons. Liquid Sunshine Taproom is an attached lounge serving pub grab, craft beer and cocktails in a contemporary brick-walled space. Alamo has strict theater policies in place to make the experience enjoyable for everyone, which includes no talking or texting during the movie. Plus, guests won\u2019t be admitted to the theater once the movie has started! See what\u2019s playing at Alamo Drafthouse<\/a> for an unforgettable, all-inclusive movie-going experience.<\/p>\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n The Escape Omaha<\/a> invites groups to work together, solve puzzles and hopefully escape within 60 minutes! The puzzle rooms limit group size in order to foster a collaborative atmosphere and ensure that everyone can work towards solving the mystery. It\u2019s a great challenge for kids and adults alike, and while you\u2019re working to escape the room, you can also escape the cold weather outside. Book your temporary \u201cstay\u201d in one of their four different themed rooms, The Lost Antidote<\/a>, Area 405<\/a>, The Clockwork Killer<\/a>, and Conquered Embassy<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n\n\n The zoo isn\u2019t typically on lists of indoor activities, but our expansive, world-renowned zoo has plenty of indoor exhibits worth exploring on a sweltering or ice-cold day. In fact, the zoo has 6 acres of indoor exhibits, including the Desert Dome<\/a>, the Suzanne and Walter Scott Aquarium<\/a> and Lied Jungle<\/a>, making it suitable for exploration year-round. Plus, zoo admission<\/a> is slightly cheaper during the winter!<\/p>\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n What goes better with beer than arcade games? Bringing the two together in a cohesive way, Beercade<\/a> has a full bar with a rotating craft beer menu, plus arcade games and pinball machines. Choose from more than 50 beers on tap and more than 100 whiskeys, then play nostalgic games on the wall opposite the bar.<\/p>\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n The Union Pacific Railroad Museum<\/a> is situated in the unique Beaux Arts-style building in Council Bluffs that formerly housed the Carnegie Library, the city\u2019s first free public library. The gorgeous museum is a must-visit destination for railroad fans around the country, offering fascinating exhibits on the Union Pacific Railroad (you\u2019ll even be able to spot a few artifacts from NP Dodge\u2019s founding fathers). Plus, admission to the museum is completely free!<\/p>\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n Reach new heights at Approach Climbing Gym<\/a>, a full-service gym with more than 6,000 square feet of climbing walls and more than 150 different routes and problems. This is the perfect place for beginners to try the challenging, fun sport of indoor rock climbing. And if you fall in love with the sport, you can become a member<\/a> to take advantage of 24\/7 access and other perks!<\/p>\n\n\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n\n\n Coffee and cats are two of our favorite things \u2014 and if you put them together, you get Felius<\/a>, a non-profit cat cafe in downtown Omaha. Their mission is \u201cto transform cat welfare through rescue, inclusive experiences, and educational programming.\u201d In the caf\u00e9, you can play with free-roaming cats in a closed-off cat room. Patrons are asked to pay an \u201centry fee\u201d of $7.50 for a half-hour cuddle session or $14 for a whole hour. This fee helps cover the cost of cat care. So, whether you\u2019re in the market to adopt a new pet or if you just wanted to stop in for some cuddle time, you\u2019re still helping support the nonprofit. And you can even donate to Felius<\/a> right meow to support their incredible organization from a distance!<\/p>\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n Omaha Performing Arts (O-pa) is dedicated to \u201ccreating a vibrant arts and entertainment experience in Omaha and the region.\u201d Since their inception in 2000, O-pa has grown to become the largest arts institution in Nebraska. They currently have two venues, the Holland Performing Arts Center<\/a> and Orpheum Theater<\/a>, and a third venue, Steelhouse Omaha, expected to open in May 2023! Both venues have a steady stream of performances happening on a regular basis \u2014 check out their list of upcoming shows<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n What indoor activities in Omaha do you love to do? Let us know in the comments below!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Whether it\u2019s a frigid winter day or a scorching summer afternoon (both of which we have here in Omaha), there\u2019s no better place to be than indoors. While we love spending time in the great outdoors, nothing beats the comfort of heat or A\/C when extreme temperatures (or rain and […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":9,"featured_media":88142,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[2],"tags":[283,285,404,539,836],"class_list":["post-89098","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-communities","tag-family","tag-family-activities","tag-indoor","tag-omaha","tag-winter"],"yoast_head":"\nGo Bowling at The MARK<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Learn Something New at the Durham Museum<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Take the Little Ones to the Omaha Children\u2019s Museum<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
See a Movie at Alamo Drafthouse<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Escape from The Escape Omaha<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Go to the Indoor Exhibits at the Omaha Zoo<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Play Arcade Games at Beercade<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Visit the Union Pacific Railroad Museum<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Climb at Approach Climbing Gym<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Snuggle with Cats at Felius<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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See a Show at the Holland Performing Arts Center<\/a> or the Orpheum<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Explore the Great Indoors!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n