The Most Scrumptious Venues & Event Spaces in Omaha

Jewell on Capitol

★★★★☆ 4.4 (32)

"We celebrated our 42nd Anniversary in this beautiful venue enjoying the musical stylings of Matt Wallace & the Jazz Kings. We had the steak prix fixe complete with asparagus and mashed potatoes from J Gilbert's.The steak melted in your mouth. I enjoyed Prosecco with a splash of Elderflower liquer and hubby enjoyed The Fairy Nectar IPA. Dessert was a sumptuous chocolate cake very rich and smooth.There were two shows and the musicians played a 75 minute set that was terrific. Great to see live music again after the long absence.Support your local businesses and get out of your house already!!!"

The Rosy Clay Co

★★★★★ 5 (1)

"Such a fun and creative activity to do! We stopped in on a Saturday afternoon and painted pottery. They had so many fun options to choose from and all the supplies you could need. Staff were helpful and space was clean.Would recommend and go back again!"

The Players Club

★★★★★ 4.5 (2)

"This is a 'go to' place for golf outings, it seems. And they really have it down... always have a good time here. The course is nicely groomed, and still plenty challenging (though for me, what's not when it comes to golf?)"

Vala's Pumpkin Patch

★★★★☆ 3.7 (179) • $$$

"As a life long Vala's attendee, I'm surprised I haven't review them yet! I could spend hours recounting the many times i've been here since the 1990's. However, it's evolved and changed just as much as I have!We came yesterday, two adults, for my birthday. Despite not having my children along to draw out ever minute at every attraction, we ended up spending a few hours here. The expansion in just a couple years, is wildly impressive. There a whole new area behind the pig races. Including 4 rides! (And for adults a cider silo)We thorough enjoyed our day here, so many free attractions, and with minimal lines. It's so nostalgic to see things from my childhood, as well as appreciate things as an adult. not to mention the staff could not have been more friendly. They gave me a birthday button, and it was such a special day. We will return with the kids but note it's a small fortune to attend on a weekend."

Wick Alumni Center

★★★★☆ 4 (1)

"A pretty good campus meeting place. I was just here for the UNL Sports Club Awards Formal and it was nice.The main room is alright, plenty of space for seating, although the dance floor is a bit small. There's a podium and space for DJ's and catering. There's also a balcony that wraps around the whole place with windows for natural light."

House of R

★★★★★ 5 (2)

"I was unaware of this place in Countryside Village until my aunt just had a Beatles-themed birthday party for her 64th ("When I'm 64" - get it?). When they say they produce "epic event experiences" they are not kidding - this was a fantastic party! So much thought went into the planning and detail from the décor to the lighting to the food ... there were various Beatles buttons on the tables, drink coasters with song titles, 3 kinds of cake, a bar, charcuterie board, little meat sliders, cardboard cutouts for photo ops, a "phone" to record a message - the list goes on and on. Even the bathroom was decorated and playing Beatles music. The McGuigan Brothers even showed up to play about 90 minutes of Beatles covers (a la their well known Interactive Beatles experience show). The birthday girl had a blast as did her family and friends. Many of us hadn't seen each other in the past couple years and several people even flew into town for the party. This was a great place to host this type of event. I was dropping hints to my spouse that a Bowie themed gathering would be pretty cool someday!!"

Florence City Hall

★★★★☆ 4.2 (5)

"Way nicer than I thought. Actually very nice.Sound system could be upgraded but nonetheless, it served its purpose.Nice stage... so this place could be used for several causes--- performances, weddings, birthdays etc.Staff was very nice.Restrooms were clean.Adequate parking.There are two rooms... not sure if they can open up into one area... it didn't appear to be so but it may."

The Sociable Inn

★★★★☆ 4 (5) • $

"Trivia is a amazing good time. Come with a team or come alone and be put on a team. Share your knowledge with your team, win drinking prizes, get in a good laugh, make new friends."

Villa Aletta

★★★★★ 5 (1)

"I have attended several events here and it's a very nice space with amazing food! Lots of space inside and a quaint outdoor space to hold a wedding ceremony or cocktail party."

Chez Hay Catering

★★★☆☆ 3 (14)

"I recently attended a wedding at Chez Hay Catering's event space in downtown Lincoln. The space itself was clean and modern. Being on the second floor, there are nice views of the street life below. The wedding I attended was pretty intimate, with about 40 guests. Chez Hay's space was perfect for a group this size.The staff set up and broke down the space with ease, transforming it from wedding chapel to buffet to dance floor, all the while the bartender kept the drinks flowing. The food itself was great -- spinach salad, potatoes, green beans, and mixed vegetable with tofu -- all vegan. For the meat eaters, there was a roast and turkey breast to chomp on as an entree.All in all, I really enjoyed my time at Chez Hay. Definitely a great option if you're looking to throw a private event, catering included, in Lincoln."

The Hills Venue

★★★☆☆ 3 (2)

"Great space for any event... it has an updated feel. The staff was very friendly to work with. We came here for a 50th surprise birthday party and they made it a wonderful time out with out the kids."

A View Venues

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (5)

"I was a guest at a recent party, the staff was rude and obviously didn't want to be there. The party was supposed to go on till 8:00 and by 6:30 the staff was literally taking the water out of our hands so they could clean up and go home early. The food was done by their preferred vendor......the pasta was cold and still hard, the breadsticks were stale, and the sauce was obviously watered down. Not impressed. There were many other issues throughout the night and all because the staff was at best sub par. In fact on a 15 dollar bar tab I was given 5 dollars back after handing them a 50 dollar bill. They said, "sorry, we're not used to that." After speaking with the child's mother, there were a lot of other issues with the venue including the staff still setting up after the party was supposed to have started. I am a manager for three business offices and there is no way I will use or recommend this venue for any kind of event"

Missouri River Basin Lewis & Clark Visitor Center

★★★★★ 4.6 (7)

"This place is a semi hidden gem. The to scale keelboat is a fantastic thing to explore. The kids exploration spaces are great as well.Many exhibits are in braille which is very commendable for people who need that."

Wishing Hills Barn

★★★★★ 5 (1)

"When I started looking for venues I knew I wanted it to be a barn, away from the noise and light pollution of the city, as well as a bathroom in the bridal suite. After looking at 10+ barns, Wishing Hills Barn stood out far beyond any of the other options within 50 miles. I was very impressed at how well the staff worked with our other vendors. They always responded to my emails and phone calls promptly. I would also note that they did not have any hidden fees. They were very upfront and I always felt that they were honest about their prices. The co-owners were professional, but also friendly. They listened and always made me feel heard and supported. There are 2 things I would note though. First, the acoustics in the barn are not ideal (especially if you have 200+ guests like we did). This might be something your DJ or band can address, but should be taken into consideration. Second, minus the first few rows, the venue prefers to use benches instead of chairs outside for your guests. If you have an older crowd this may not be comfortable or convenient for them. All-in-all, I have no regrets. My wedding was everything I hoped for and more. I truly believe this venue was a big part of that."

Field Club of Omaha

★★★★☆ 4.2 (16)

"My husband and I had our wedding reception here several weeks ago and it was wonderful. Not only was the food delicious, the atmosphere nice and cozy, and the service staff attentive, but Dawn, the wedding coordinator, was absolutely amazing. She single handedley saved me from a bridal meltdown the day before the wedding.The Friday before the wedding, I showed up at the Field Club with about 75% of my decorations ready and my ideas totally scattered. I spent months and months online searching for the perfect tabletop and the best lighting, but the day before the reception, I was stressed beyond belief and I no longer cared if my tabletops matched my theme or not. However, Dawn listened to my rambling and told me not to worry about a thing. She double-checked to see if I had eaten that day, and sent me off on my way feeling so much better about everything. Two hours later, I realized I had forgotten to create several important name cards and I sent her a quick email. She responded back that it wasn't a problem at all and she'd create something for them. When I showed up at the reception, I was amazed at what she had done to the room! She had totally transformed it! I later found out that she and her husband had sliced over 120 wine corks for me the night before the wedding! How is that for customer service?!?! If you're planning any sort of event, Dawn will totally take care of you! The room itself is beautiful (I also rented the Swing Room- it was perfect for all the Husker fans that wanted to sneak quick peaks of the game through out the night) and the outside deck is perfect if the weather is nice! All in all, highly recommended!!"

Heartland Country Barn

★★★★★ 5 (3)

"This place was fantastic! I couldn't recommend them more. My daughter got married last weekend here & it's was beautiful. They were super easy to work with, affordable, kind, caring, & always attentive. Unlike most venues they have no requirements for vendors. So you can control your costs easier. The decor room is massive & you can grab anything you need to fill a spot you missed or to decorate the entire space. I would 100% recommend to everyone & I would choose them again if I plan another barn wedding. Thank you Heartland Country Barn for the gorgeous space & helping my daughter have her dream wedding!"

Beatrice Inn Motel Restaurant & Lounge

★☆☆☆☆ 1 (1)

"Dirty rooms, room service only took trash out occasionally, leaking bathtub, bugs in the night stand, and my tv stopped working halfway through my stay."

Lincoln Station Great Hall

★★★★☆ 4 (3)

"This is my first time visiting this place. It was a Saturday evening at a wedding reception. The facility was clean and the staff were helpful. This is a beautiful place to have a reception."

Omaha Performing Arts

★★★★☆ 4.2 (55) • $$

"I've been to the Orphuem Theater a few times for:-Beauty and the Beast - Broadway-The Lion King - Broadway-Blue October Acoustic Concert-Wicked - BroadwayThe decor is very nice with huge chandeliers above as you walk into the main lobby.I went and saw Wicked this past weekend and the show was great. But if you sit on the second floor balcony, (Loge), you may not be able to see the top of the stage. My wife and I sat in center Loge, first row and we were unable to see the dragon at the top of the stage. If there was something actually going on at the top of the stage and we weren't able to see it, ($90 a ticket), I would have asked to be seated somewhere else.Overall, the experience at the Orpheum is always great. The decor is really neat to see and the service is always pleasant and easy to deal with."

Imperial Kitchen

★★★☆☆ 3.3 (67)

"This is my favorite Chinese restaurant. I used to come here all the time with family and friends but alas, I no longer live near it so I don't make nearly as many trips as I used to. You have to try the peanut butter chicken and the Mongolian beef. Those 2 dishes are always my go-tos. I also love their spring rolls and crab Rangoon. Everything is so fresh and spot on every single time! A few other tidbits...When you dine-in they give you complimentary green tea which is nice. The fried rice is way better than the white. They have 2 menus: the first is the "American" Chinese menu on your table and the other "more authentic" one you have to ask for (basically their secret menu). I haven't tried the "secret" one before but I've heard good things. Every other Chinese place pales in comparison to this one. Try everything!"

Beyond Golf Bar + Kitchen

★★★★☆ 4 (98) • $$

"fun place to go to. good food options to snack on. i've been many times and always had a good experience!"

Country Pines

★★★☆☆ 3 (3)

"I attended a wedding and reception at Country Pines recently. Overall the experience there was OK, but the venue could have done more to make the experience better for guests.First of all, the reception space is nicely laid out, but for an outside venue they really ought to have more fans. On a hot, humid day, it got pretty uncomfortable. The fans they do have do not move, I asked. So if you're able to choose your summer reception seat, sit directly in front of the breeze! The grounds are very pretty, and well-maintained. The wedding ceremony area was pretty too, with barn doors that open and close as the bride comes down the aisle. The aisle itself is made of very uneven cobblestone, which was bothersome. Cobblestone is quaint but difficult to walk on in heels. They really should have leveled the ground where they were going to put the brick/cobblestone --this would help guests more easily walk on it. We also had some elderly family members that struggled. The serving staff was quite attentive. Rarely an an empty plate or glass sit on a table for more than a few minutes. Unfortunately, the food was terrible. I realize that the bride and groom made the food choices, but don't offer something if it isn't tasty. The teriyaki chicken chunks were dry inside and the sauce tasted like what you would get in a frozen entrée packet. The pulled pork was drowned in sauce to cover up the fact that it was dry and stringy. The steamed vegetables were flavorless. The iced tea was very watered-down. The best tasting thing was the corn casserole, but it is sort of inherently bland so at least that tasted like it was supposed to! I know that wedding food being bad is a cliché, but this is some of the worst catered food I've had."

Park Centers Banquet Hall

★☆☆☆☆ 1 (2)

"We had originally book our wedding reception here and confirmed the date multiple times because I was paranoid and wanted to make sure we had everything squared away. We even had confirmed it in text message, the exact date. When we went to pay for the venue the guy wouldn't answer our calls or get back to us. When he did he told us he already had someone else booked that day and swears we told him a different weekend. This guy has done this multiple times from what I've heard from people. So unless you want to take the chance that he double books your wedding and you find out a few months before your wedding, don't have your reception here. FYI the same person does the booking for Courtside reception hall."

Harold's Bar

★★★★☆ 4.3 (4)

"This is the kind of bar that you go to with friends and family. When you show up, if you're wearing camouflage, you will be asked if you have served in the armed forces or been to Kosovo. Usually that's by some snaggletooth woman. I didn't have a great time here, but if I need something to drink this is an easy spot on the way home. You can usually find a few bar Hags. On occasion there's a dead body in the back alley by the dumpster, however that was a long time ago. Using text-to-speech or speech to text on the phone is not very good , much like the bar. You may find me here on one occasion possibly two but usually not more than that"

The Capitol District

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (10)

"This is one of my favorite areas on Omaha. It's large outdoor area remind me of a diet power and light district, smaller, but with all the charm of a small town district. There is a vast majority of businesses like bar, restaurants, clubs, activites, and outdoor space to cater to a large audience. All year round there are events and programming, for the CD, or to add on to other downtown omaha activities. From Let it Fly, to Net Par, to the big screen during sporting events, there is so much to enjoy. Parking is also affordable and easy to get in the attached garage. All year round there is a reason to go to The Capitol District."

WindCrest Winery

★★★★☆ 3.5 (16) • $$

"Really liked the wines here. Apparently the owner doesn't like sweet wines so even their sweetest isn't all that sweet.With that said, I like sweet wines and still enjoyed pretty much every one that they have.The wife of the owner was serving us and she was very pleasant and talked us up for a good hour which was great.Very cute and personal winery with about 10 wines to try that were excellent. The only one that I didn't love was one meant for steaks and literally tasted like Worcestershire sauce.In any case, great little winery with a classy indoor seating area where the football games are always on."

1316 Jones St

★★★★☆ 4 (4) • $

"I have been going to 1316 Jones since back in the day. Like Jones St Brewery days. Then it was Omaha's Breckinridge Brewery location.Now it stands as a very fine venue for any event you could hold. I know of numerous receptions and even a few wedding that have taken place here. I was here for Wifle's reunion. We had paid for tickets and an open bar was in front of us. The beer selections was Bud, Bud Light, and Coors Light. I opted for a Capt. Morgan and 7up. After a few selections, I approached the bartender and asked if I could go buy some good beer and bring it back for myself. The owner happened to be standing near and asked if I had a preference. My reply was anything but these. He led me back to a secret stash and let me pick out anything I wanted. I happily obliged and grabbed some Sierra Nevada and had it on ice in minutes. How thoughtful!The food was pretty good as there was a mashed potato bar, cheese table, and some other assorted goods. I probably drank too much, but who am I to judge.I can't wait for the next time I can go here. The patio is great too"

Joslyn Castle

★★★★☆ 4.1 (23)

"We were married at the castle 25 years ago and decided to revisit it on a tour for a Saturday date. It was so nostalgic and lovely. We especially liked seeing the parts of the castle that have continued to be renovated over the years as well as the memories of our special day. A beautiful venue and a wonderful piece of Omaha history."

Firefighters Union Hall

★★★★☆ 4.3 (3)

"I've been here many times but only ever for the Record Show which takes place a couple times per year. It is a perfect venue for that though I can't vouch personally for any other events. The Firefighters Union Hall is a large open space - great for walking up and down the aisles to paw through each vendor's goods. There is a bar area though the Record Show typically only sells water and hot dogs in case you're in need of a bite while perusing the collectible vinyl and more copies of "The Best of Bread" than you can shake a stick at. The bathrooms have seen better days but they're clean and they work. This location is easy access off of I-80 & 60th Street and provides ample parking."

Ruff House

★★★★☆ 4 (2)

"Owner was very friendly and the concept was neat. But it just felt unorganized and chaotic there were not near enough staff and a lot of the extra attractions were out of order. My kids did enjoy the indoor playground and trampoline. I feel it's a great idea just needs some kinks worked out."

Camp Rivercrest

★★★★★ 5 (2)

"What a great place to have a group retreat. Rivercrest Retreat Center is located outside of Fremont and the camp sits along the Platte River.Cabins can bunk 8-10 personnel in each and there are adjacent bathrooms/showers. Great looking lodge for meetings and plenty of activities to choose from. There is also a "River Lodge" that can hold up to 50 people. Our group of 22 really enjoyed Paintball and the Super Swing and there are various games and other activities to engage in as well as athletic courts to compete/play on. Great trails to hike and if you are fortunate, you can see the Bald Eagles along the river trail. Very good facilities.Groups can either bring their own food or you can pay extra and the camp will feed the group in their dining hall which is pretty nice as well.Got to meet the Camp Director; Jon Classen, who was very engaging and helpful. Enjoyed chatting with him about the camp and its' history.If you want to check out the camp for your group; here is the link to their website:http://www.camprivercrest.org/"

Grand Venue

★★★★★ 5 (1)

"This lady is outstanding. She went above and beyond too make our day awesome. Such a beautiful venue and affordable to. Ashley and her husband and so easy to work with and if I was to do ot all over again I'd choose this venue. It has a very beautiful powder room and very clean. Our experience with her was fantastic! I'd highly recommend this place to all tht has any special days ahead.THIS IS THE PLACE TOO GO. Council bluffs finally has a great venue thts affordable. Thank you Ashley. My wedding was 5/4/24"

Fig

★★★★☆ 3.7 (23) • $$

"Look out, there's another brunch location in town! Located in the new Illuminarium at the waterfront Fig offers a casual yet sophisticated location for breakfast, lunch, small entrees and everything in between all day long with great views. Note that they are closed on Tuesdays so check their website for any changes to their operating hours.Indoor and outdoor seating is available weather permitting. There is a separate entrance to the restaurant that allows you to peek into the gift shop and lobby of the Illuminarium if you don't have time to check out this latest attraction in downtown Omaha.Fig is run by the same owners of Lola's at the film stream in Dundee offering a farm to table with many vegan and healthy food options. Ordering is done at the counter and food is brought to you at the table. Your ticket can be left open so you can keep adding on and do what we did is try almost everything on the menu! Fig offers a wonderful variety of pastries and cakes to accompany their standard venue items and a number of specials that change regularly.Great coffee options with a well trained barista is a nice way to accompany any meal or just grab a refresh in the afternoon along with a light snack. We started with a large cheeseboard for the table in order to allow us to study the menu. Cappuccinos were awesome along with a variety of non-alcoholic beverages are available. All of our food options were creative, fresh, and well prepared. Not your typical American breakfast menu, but definitely a selection that allowed us to try a little bit of everything. Service was exceptionally pleasant, attentive, and interested in ensuring we were satisfied with what we ordered I highly recommend that you stop in and check out this niche location that will definitely get more popular once all the access roads are open by the riverfront. We were in early in the morning which allowed for us to enjoy a fairly open restaurant however, things started to pick up about noon when the first wave of Illuminarium guests were coming in for food. A wonderful new option for a great experience."

Sandhills Global Event Center

★★★★★ 5 (2)

"This is one of nicest horse facilities anywhere that we have been. Just finished Bonus Race Finals and is scheduled Tulsa, OK next year instead of Lincoln. Big mistake, lots of people agree."

Sesostris Shrine Center

★★★★☆ 4 (1)

"Great meeting hall you can rent for private parties and wedding receptions. Main room capacity is 450+ so one of the few places that can accommodate groups of this size. They have a kitchen on site as well as a bar area to serve drinks. Plenty of parking and out of the way location in southwest Lincoln makes this a great option for anything from Christmas parties to weddings to charity events. We have attended several functions here and enjoy this venue more then most in Lincoln. They are usually cheaper then the big hotels too for rental which is also a plus."