Exploring Lincoln’s food tours and holiday markets
Discover new dishes and fun, festive finds this fall!
If you are someone who really loves food, you should definitely look into the Lincoln Food Tours! These tours usually happen on weekends and take you through different neighborhoods to try dishes from local restaurants. Whether you’re new to the city or have lived here forever, food tours are a great way to discover new favorites and meet new people as well.
The tours often take place in cool areas like the Haymarket District and downtown Lincoln. You might taste everything from burgers to pizzas to cute, little desserts. Some tours even focus on specific and special themes, like farm-to-table meals or local bakers. You should definitely give their website or social media pages a look for the latest schedule and details. Lincoln’s food tours and holiday markets are fantastic ways to enjoy our local community!
As we get deeper into the fall season, it’s also a perfect time to check out fun indoor markets for Thanksgiving and Christmas. During the holiday season, Lincoln, Neb. offers plenty of festive activities to get everyone into the holiday spirit. A big highlight is the Holiday Harvest Farmers Market in late November. This event is typically held at the Fallbrook Town Center (570 Fallbrook Blvd) on the Saturday before Thanksgiving. Here, you can pick up fresh produce from local farmers, cute homemade treats and fun holiday gifts – all while supporting amazing local vendors.
For Christmas, Lincoln’s Starry Nights Christmas Tree Festival at SouthPointe Pavilions (2910 Pine Lake Road) is a definite must-visit. This festival will be held throughout December. The event includes decorated trees, live music and activities perfect for families and all your friends! Another holiday favorite is the Lincoln Christmas Market, hosted downtown on weekends in December. This market offers holiday-themed gifts, food and crafts you can enjoy while walking through.The College View Church (CVC), located at 4801 Prescott Avenue, often hosts holiday markets as well. These markets will feature gifts, decorations and treats from all over the city. It’s a great way to support local artists and small businesses while finding presents for loved ones before heading home for break. You can also find other indoor markets around Lincoln that pop up during the holiday season! Plus, they create a fun atmosphere where you can enjoy some treats and fun crafts while you shop!
Overall, Lincoln’s holiday markets and food tours are perfect ways to enjoy the fall and Christmas seasons! From the Holiday Harvest Farmers Market to the Lincoln Christmas Market and CVC’s holiday market, there are plenty of cool spots to find gifts, food and decorations. These events bring the community together, helping everyone feel the spirit of the holiday season while supporting local businesses. I hope you enjoy a few of them!
by Breanna Hawk