January 9, 2026
The weather outside may be chilly, but thankfully, there are plenty of fun things to do around Lincoln to keep your winter months lively. We鈥檝e got you covered with a list of warm indoor activities and鈥� 鈥斺�� for those who don鈥檛 mind throwing on some extra layers 鈥娾�� 鈥奺ven some outdoor activities, too.
See a Musical, Movie and More!
If summer is for farmers鈥� markets, First Friday walks and outdoor concerts, then winter is for indoor performances and movies. Check out the for performances ranging from nationally regarded musicals to amazing concerts and everything in between. Plus, Husker students get a 50% discount on most tickets and can even see !
If you鈥檙e in the mood for a movie, is right on campus and shows a wide variety of fun, engaging and enlightening films from around the world! Tickets are only $5 for students, so be sure to take advantage.
Visit a Museum
Have a hankering for some fine arts? Check out this to visit on campus and around Lincoln, many of which are free for UNL students!
Ice Skating at the Breslow Ice Hockey Center
Head to UNL鈥檚 for free skate nights and cosmic skate nights! Whether you鈥檙e a seasoned pro on the ice or inching your way along the side wall, grab some friends and have some fun!
Eat Local
While winter can be a great season for home cooking, give some love to local restaurants if you鈥檙e looking to go out. Check out this list of restaurants in Lincoln to give you a place to start.
Escape an Escape Room
Take the idea of 鈥渟hutting in鈥� for the winter literally by trying your hand at an escape room in Lincoln. It鈥檚 a fun group activity that will get you out of the cold and making memories alongside your friends.
Get Outdoors! (Yes, seriously)
If you鈥檙e able and willing to brave the cold, you may just find that winter has some of the most fun outdoor adventures of any season! They range from the less challenging (Lincoln has a plethora of parks and hills ripe for sledding and strolling) to the more physically demanding (with opportunities for snowshoeing and cross-country skiing).
Wilderness Park, Pioneers Park, and Holmes Lake are great places to visit and explore, even if it鈥檚 just for the scenic views!
Shop Local
Colder temperatures and winter blues call for brightening up your day with the colors of second-hand shops and local stores around the city. Whether you are window shopping, gathering inspiration, collecting knick-knacks or finding the perfect new outfit for class, take a peek at Lincoln's own shops.
Looking for other fun-filled winter activities? Check out the site for more ideas to fill your schedule.