Lincoln Nebraska offers a plethora of interesting activities to do if you’re in town. From the wonderful gardens to the farmers market, you’ll find plenty of things to do, eat, and spots to relax. Check out 50 of our top selections in the state:
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Yes, I Want Deals and Tips!Wilderness Park
Hike the trails in Wilderness Park in solitude. Bring a journal; sketch and describe what you see, hear, feel.
Nebraska State Capitol
Soak in the incredible view from the 14th floor observation level of the Nebraska State Capitol building
Market to Market Relay Race
Combine running, friends, and crazy costumes for an unforgettable day at the Market to Market Relay Race
Sheldon Museum of Art
Play a musical instrument under the bridge at the Sheldon Museum of Art
The Coffee House
Take your laptop along for an afternoon of Web surfing & people watching while Sipping a tasty Irish Mocha at The Coffee House aka CoHo
Museum of American Speed
Celebrate America’s love affair with the automobile & racing at Museum of American Speed
Outdoor Adventure Center Climbing Wall
Test your strength at the Outdoor Adventure Center Climbing Wall
Jazz in June
Grab a spot on the lawn for some great live music during Jazz in June at at 12th & R Streets
University of Nebraska State Museum
Check out the prehistoric fossil collection found in Nebraska at the University of Nebraska State Museum
Escape Room
Solve a series of puzzles, riddles, and clues in order to escape within 60 minutes from Escape Room
Fiesta on the Green
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month each year with traditional food, song, and dance at Fiesta on the Green
Pinewood Bowl Amphitheater
Stand on the stage of Pinewood Bowl Amphitheater and sing your favorite tune
Antelope Park
Stroll through the gardens or Take a dip in the swimming pool at Antelope Park
Bob Devaney Sports Center
Catch a Nebraska Women’s Volleyball game at the Devaney
No Coast Derby Girls
Cheer on the all-girl roller derby, the No Coast Derby Girls
Zipline Brewing Co
Take a flight with the “brave new brew” at the Zipline Brewing Co Taproom
Sunken Gardens
Stroll through the Sunken Gardens, smell the flowers and read the memorial bricks
Indigo Bridge Bookstore
Cozy up with a coffee and a book at Indigo Bridge Bookstore
Deer Springs Winery
Pack a picnic and enjoy some vino on the grounds of Deer Springs Winery
SouthPointe Pavilions
Go to the Friday night concerts at SouthPointe Pavilions
Mueller Planetarium
Visit the state museum at Morrill Hall and star gaze at Mueller Planetarium
Lincoln Community Playhouse
Support local arts by attending a show at the Lincoln Community Playhouse
Empyrean Brewery
Stop by Empyrean Brewery on the first Monday of every month for a free tour
University of Nebraska–Lincoln
Wander the University of Nebraska-Lincoln campus and try to find all of the campus landmarks
Escape Lincoln
Immerse yourself in a mystery and discover keys, codes and clues that lead to your escape at Escape Lincoln
Sandy's
Take part in Wednesday Nights Karaoke at Sandy’s and Drink a pitcher of Elk Creek Water
Ivanna Cone
Take a sweet stop at Ivanna Cone for some incredible handmade ice cream
Pla Mor Ballroom
Go dancing Sunday night to the music of Sandy Creek Band at the Pla Mor Ballroom
Lincoln Children's Zoo
Ride the choo-choo at Lincoln Children’s Zoo; scream when you go through the tunnel.
Starlite Lounge
Go back to simpler, swingin’ times with 50s and 60s Trivia Night at Starlite Lounge
Roca Berry Farm!
Take a hayride into the oldest and largest pumpkin patch in Roca NE at Roca Berry Farm!
Lied Center for the Performing Arts
See what’s going on at Lied Center for the Performing Arts
Smart Rooms
Feel like you’re in a movie, try to escape from a locked room at Smart Rooms
Barry's Bar and Grill
Go to Barry’s Bar at Ninth and Q streets on a Husker football game day
Lincoln City Farmers Market
Go early to buy fresh produce, bread and eggs at the Lincoln City Farmers Market on Saturday mornings
Wyuka Cemetery
Attend a Shakespeare performance at The Swan in Wyuka Cemetery
There’s plenty to do in historical Lincoln Nebraska. Although not as large as others, there’s still plenty of activities for both residents and visitors to check off the list. We’ve tried to knock out as many as possible here, but it’s possible we missed some. Make sure to Fun Things To Do know if there’s additions that need to be made!