greater Omaha Sports & Recreation

Cycling in the scenic Loess Hills? On the third base line of the College World Series? In the gallery at, a top event on the PGA Nationwide Tour? What about a rodeo? Or is a weekend in the great outdoors more your style? Whatever you like to do, our four-season climate makes it easy to do right here.

Recreation

Cycling – Enjoy miles of hard-surface trails within the metro Omaha area and great expanses of scenic beauty surrounding us.

Camping – State parks and local recreation facilities offer plenty of opportunity for outdoor fun, with hiking, boating or even horseback riding.

Boating and canoeing – Whether it’s sailing, waterskiing or canoeing, you’ll find the perfect setting.

Fishing and hunting – Whether you’re an avid sportsman or weekend angler, you’ve come to the right place.

Sports

Cox Classic Sponsored by Chevrolet – Join thousands as pro golfers compete in this PGA Nationwide Tour event.

Omaha Royals AAA Baseball Team – Cheer on our own affiliate of the Kansas City Royals.

NCAA Men's College World Series – Omaha welcomes thousands of visitors as it hosts this event every year at Rosenblatt Stadium.

Omaha Beef – Part of the United Indoor Football League, the team draws fans from all over.

College sports – Omaha is home to Creighton University and University of Nebraska at Omaha, offering competitive play in football, basketball, volleyball, hockey, soccer and more.

Recreational Activities

Swimming – Host to the 2008 U.S. Olympic Team Trials for Swimming, Greater Omaha offers plenty of public and private swimming facilities to enjoy year-round. The swim trials will return in 2012.

Leagues – Football, baseball, softball, basketball, soccer, volleyball, swimming, bowling and more, if it’s a sport, there’s a league for it.

Skating – From recreational skating to competitive training and events, Omaha offers plenty of opportunities.