Whether you’re celebrating Valentine’s Day or Galentine’s Day this weekend, Omaha’s local restaurant, sports, and event scene has you covered. We’ve compiled a list of some can’t-miss events along with some of our year-round local favorites from all across the Metro to help you plan a weekend you’ll love.
Catch a Game
UNL Men’s Basketball vs. Northwestern
- Saturday, Feb. 14th at 12:00pm
- Pinnacle Bank Arena, Lincoln
Creighton Basketball vs. Villanova
- Saturday, Feb. 14th at 1:30pm
- CenturyLink Center, Omaha
Supernovas vs. Orlando Valkyries
- Sunday, Feb. 15th at 5:00pm
- CHI Health Center, Omaha
UNO Hockey
- Friday, Feb. 13th at 7:00pm
- Saturday, Feb. 14th at 7:00pm
- Baxter Arena, Omaha
Where to Eat
Fizzy’s is one of our Little Bohemia faves, specializing in sodas, shakes, burgers and other classics. Leave the kids at home as you travel back in time to this modern take on the old-timey diner.
Enjoy wood-fired italian made from local ingredients at this West O favorite.
Travel to the Mediterranean with authentic mezzes and a curate wine list at Clio in the Old Market.
Enjoy Japanese-inspired small plates in an intimate setting at Countryside Village’s Koji.
One for the Gals
- The Third Annual Galentine’s Day at Corkscrew in Rockbrook Village is Feb. 7 from 2 to 8 p.m.
- Winter Pike (Pie + Hike) on Feb. 14 from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Schramm Park.
- Head to Film Streams Dundee to see Princess Diaries on the big screen.
- Dress up for High Tea at the Kimpton Cottonwood Hotel in Blackstone.
Activities & Experiences
- Immerse yourself undersea at the Henry Doorly Zoo’s Shark Tunnel of Love. This 21+ event runs from Feb. 11th through Feb. 14th and offers a rare opportunity to enjoy the aquarium after-hours.
- “Love Lines: An Expression of Love” is on display Second Floor Landing at the Hot Shops Art Center from Feb. 6th through Feb. 22nd.
- Feel like dancing? Escape the cold weather and dance the night away at Reggaeton at the Steelhouse in downtown Omaha on Saturday, Feb. 14th at 9:00pm.



