49 things to do this week

Hey Lincoln 👋 Husker Games, spring break, International Women's Day, an interesting auction, and dozens of other things going on over the next seven days.

March 07, 2025

Good morning, Lincoln. Settle in, sip whatever gets you going, and let The Lincoln Brief serve up everything you need to know for the week ahead ☕️

*Friendly reminder we’re springin’ forward at 2 am on Sunday.

In today’s edition:

  • Bye spring game 🏈 

  • Spring break for kids 🧪 

  • Women’s Day 🌻 

  • 49 things to do 📆 

Let’s get to it.

This week’s highlights

🏟️ Husker Games?

Nebraska’s Spring Game is out, and the Husker Games are in. On April 26, Memorial Stadium will turn into a skills showdown for football, soccer, and volleyball including tours, an equipment sale, and a food truck festival too →

🎨 Spring break camps for the littles

Whether your kid is into dragons, sewing, or storm clouds, Lincoln has a spring break camp to keep them entertained (and out of your hair).

The week long D&D + DIY Camp is a crash course in Dungeons & Dragons with crafts, character building, and their own set of dice to take home → Have a crafty kid? Makit Takit’s week long Sew Spring Break Camp includes hand sewing, cross-stitching, and pom-pom creatures for beginner fiber artists →

If a day camp is more your speed, there are several options at The Lincoln Children’s Museum throughout the week:

💓 Celebrate women all weekend long

Ten Thousand Villages Lincoln is turning International Women’s Day into a full weekend of hands-on creativity, global appreciation, and feel-good giving. From a henna workshop to spinning yarn and raising money for a women’s shelter, it’s a great way to celebrate International Women’s Day →

Today’s also First Friday, giving you the perfect excuse to adventure downtown and support the local art scene →

Other highlights this week:

Here’s your weekly Lincoln brief, featuring (at least) 20 things worth checking out over the next seven days 👇

Today - March 7th

🛸 Sci-fi, sword fights & serious fandom fun

All weekend: Constellation 14 is taking over Lincoln with a weekend packed full of sci-fi, fantasy, gaming, cosplay, an art show and auction, sword-fighting demos, and discussions that range from scientific to downright absurd. Come find your people and geek out →

🌙 Nature after dark

6:30 pm: Ever wondered what the Nature Center is like after hours? Join a guided twilight hike at Pioneers Park and experience the sights and sounds of the night. This month’s theme is “Foundation Prairie. ” It’s $5 per person, and you need to register by phone before 3 pm today →

🍀 Green beer & good times

9 pm: St. Paddy’s Day is still a week away, but The Royal Grove isn’t waiting. Their Pre-St. Paddy’s Day Party kicks off this Friday with live music from REDLOCKS, plenty of drinks, and a whole lot of Irish luck. Wear green, bring friends, and come thirsty →

Tomorrow - March 8th

🐱 Affordable microchips

9 am: The Purrpose is offering low/no-cost microchipping at All Feline Hospital, with a suggested $10 donation (or cat food!) →

🎶 Sensory-friendly fun

9:30 am: Mercy City Church is hosting a free Sensory Glow Dance Party designed for kids with special needs. Expect two hours of dancing, snacks, sensory activities, and a quiet space for breaks →

🚗 Bids, bargains & a mystery Winnebago

10 am: Lincoln Police Department’s abandoned & unclaimed property auction is back, and the lineup is… interesting. No admission fee, no buyer’s premium, and locksmiths will be on-site if your new ride needs keys →

🌋 Extreme environments (for science)

10 am: The University of Nebraska State Museum is diving into the world’s wildest environments — deep caves, frozen tundras, and even inside the human body. Hands-on activities and demos make this one an adventure you don’t wanna miss. Admission includes access to the museum, so you can make a day of it →

🎮 Settle it in Smash

8 pm: 1867 Bar’s Super Smash Bros. tournament is here. It’s $10 to enter and there are cash prizes for the top three competitors. The only rule? Don’t be a butthead →

Sunday - March 9th

🦎 Snakes, geckos & a whole lot of scales

9 am: The Show Me Reptile Show is bringing a full-on reptilian extravaganza to Lincoln. From majestic pythons to quirky axolotls, it’s part expo, part marketplace, and all about the world of cold-blooded companions →

🥊 Wanna spar?

10 am: The Lincoln IKF Point Sparring Tournament is back with kickboxing, Muay Thai, and boxing action for all ages. It’s a semi-contact event, so expect plenty of skill, strategy, and speed — just no knockouts →

1 pm: Last year, Fortune Cookie was found in a snowy cornfield, too weak to move. Now, she’s thriving and Dolly’s Legacy Animal Rescue is throwing a celebration in her honor. Come meet this miracle pup and support a great cause →

Monday - March 10th

💪 A free week of workouts

Mar 10–15: Want to try a strength and endurance program that actually makes gym time fun? Victress Lincoln is offering a free trial week of their Hypertrophy Hybrid program — no commitment, just five classes to see if you’re into it →

🏛️ The history of Lincoln architecture

7 pm: If you love architecture, history, or just nerding out over local landmarks, this one’s for you. “Postcards from Lincoln” is bringing stunning watercolors of the city’s most iconic buildings and a deep dive into their history for free →

Tuesday - March 11th

🏡 Meet the Lincoln South Autism Center

2 – 6 pm: If you’re considering therapy for your child, Lighthouse Autism Center’s open house is the perfect time to tour the space, meet clinicians, and get the scoop on their Fusion program →

🍻 This pint comes with a souvenir

4 pm: McKinney’s Irish Pub is getting into the St. Paddy’s spirit with Boulevard Irish Ale on tap. Order a pint and take home a specialty glass—because every good beer deserves a proper drinking vessel →

🍀 Cook like you’ve got Irish roots

5:30 pm: You could book a flight to Dublin… or just head to Art & Soul for an Irish cooking class. On the menu: seafood chowder, soda bread, cod with parsley sauce, and a chocolate Guinness cake (because why not) →

Wednesday - March 12th

🍺 Taste beer like a pro

6 pm: Expand your beer IQ at White Elm Brewing with Asa B. Stone, PhD — a legit beer scientist and Advanced Cicerone®. This free workshop breaks down the art and science of beer tasting, so you can finally sound as smart as you feel at the bar →

🏃‍♂️ Run now, drink later

6:30 pm: The St. Paddy’s Day Fun Run is a low-stakes jog with high-reward perks, including free drinks at The Mill. Whether you sprint, shuffle, or skip, walk, or some other fifth thing… you’re in →

Thursday - March 12th

📖 For the quiet ones

5:30 pm: If you love reading but hate the idea of having to read a specific book and talk about it… this one’s for you. There’s no assigned reading or forced discussions — just an hour of quiet reading followed by a totally optional chat at The Mill Coffee & Bistro →

🕯️ Your home will smell amazing

6 pm: At AR Workshop’s Candle Pouring + Scent Mixology event, you’ll create a custom candle scent that’s either a masterpiece or a very expensive science experiment. Either way, it’s fun →

🥃 Whiskey, cocktails, and an Irish feast

6 pm: A multi-course dinner paired with expertly crafted Irish whiskey cocktails? Sounds like a pretty solid Thursday to me. Wilderness Ridge is serving up rich flavors and good times, whether you’re a whiskey aficionado or just here for the food →

Live music & entertainment

This weekend:

  • 3/7 Ian US Tour Pt 2 @ Bourbon Theatre - 8 pm

  • 3/7 Dueling Pianos @ Brewsky’s - 8 pm

  • 3/7 MoonShroom & Lucas Minor Band @ The Zoo Bar - 9 pm

  • 3/8 Randall King w Walker Montgomery @ Bourbon Theatre - 7 pm

  • 3/8 The Soul of Fleetwood Mac @ The Stack - 8:30 pm

  • 3/8 TacOcaT @ Cappy’s - 8:30 pm

  • 3/8 Spare Change & Friends @ Rosie’s - 8:30 pm

  • 3/8 American Motors, Dip Tet, and Nowhere @ The Zoo Bar - 9 pm

  • 3/8 Kompany @ The Royal Grove - 9 pm

  • 3/8 Wonder Rising @ The Railyard - 9 pm

Next week:

  • 3/10 The Way There @ First Plymouth Church - 7:30 pm

  • 3/11 Big Sandy and His Fly-Rite Boys @ The Zoo Bar - 6 pm

  • 3/12 Mike Morgan and the Crawl @ The Zoo Bar - 6 pm

  • 3/12 SnakeFather @ Witches’ Brew - 7 pm

  • 3/13 Mark Joseph of The Big Wu @ The Zoo Bar - 6 pm

  • 3/13 Tribute to Stevie Nicks @ Screamers - 7 pm

  • 3/13 Open mic poetry slam @ Larksong Writer’s Place - 7 pm

Price Is Right - Lincoln edition

How it works: We’re going to give you some facts about a home for sale, including a picture of the outside, the kitchen, and one additional room. Your job? Guess how much it’s listed for (preferably before you click to find out).

Listed by: Cody Shaaf (Nebraska Realty)

This newish Fallbrook home near the airport has four bedrooms, three bathrooms, and 3,788 square feet of living space. With a gourmet kitchen, a massive custom walk-in closet in the main bedroom, and a stunning walk-in shower, there are plenty of high-end modern luxuries throughout.

Outside, there’s a nice covered stone patio with a built-in fire pit and fencing on most sides plus a three car garage. The lot is 0.31 acres and there’s a $48/mo HOA.

Make your guess, then (and only then)… see how much it costs →

Lincoln fun & games

As always, this week’s wordle features a 5-letter word hidden inside this edition. Let us know how many guesses it takes you!

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Trivia question of the week

❓Question: What instrument are you playing if you’re creating piobaireachd music?

🤔 Hint: You’ll need a good set of lungs and deaf neighbors to learn it.

Reply and shoot us your best guess (no cheating!) - Same time, same place next week → we’ll share the answer and a fresh question to ponder.

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Last week’s answer: 117 years.

See ya next week!

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