The Westgate Plaza Farm Stand is now open for the season - hooray!! They typically open right…read morearound Father's Day. A little pricier than the regular grocery store (maybe?) but so worth it for the quality. The tomatoes make the best BLTs. The watermelons are great for bringing to family picnics. I've never seen lettuce there but often times they have nuts, cherries, strawberries, or whatever is in season. Don't overlook the jarred items they have such as jams, salsas, syrups, and pickles. The pickled beets are fantastic as are the million dollar pickles. The landscape in the area has changed with the addition of a nearby Starbucks and the soon to be open Ace Hardware but it's still an easy in and out. I always pay with cash although I think cards are accepted. Whoever is working is always so friendly, too. So glad this place exists for fresh fruit and vegetables! I love the Farmer's Market but this is so much easier throughout the week. Making a stop here is one of the bright spots in my week.

Great vegetable selection. one of the nicest and convenient places for fruits and vegetables and…read moreoften surprising edibles.

Great family fun at Martin's…read more Warning -- the last two miles on Ashland Road from Highway 77 are a washboard dirt road. Dusty and rumbly. $6 admission reasonable when compared to their big-city counterpart. Apples were yummy. Hayride, tire swings, feats of strength, pumpkins galore. Kids stayed interested. Friendly staff. We were a few days after a frost so the flowers were gone, alas. Hope to make this a yearly adventure.

I took my family here yesterday and while I'd say it's a great value, that comes with the…read moresignificant caveat of "if you don't care about your health and safety and that of your loved ones." Staff were wearing masks but absolutely never enforcing mask-wearing for visitors. I had to say no to my toddler who wanted to play on everything because no other families were wearing masks- we only saw one other masked group the whole time we were there. And besides not wearing masks, no one seemed to believe in personal space either. So they playground, the tire hill, the eating area, the trikes, and the hay ride were all completely inaccessible due to a lack of care for health and safety. I saw people putting them on just briefly to go check in, to go in the cafe, and to check out, but that's absolutely it. We were able to do the corn maze, the butterfly garden, the orchard, and the pumpkin patch, but it was hit-or-miss, no one was polite enough to give a safe distance while they walked around maskless. As far as the quality of the stuff we were able to experience- the corn maze was perfect for kids, the butterfly garden was gorgeous even this late in the season, and the orchard was a nice peaceful walk. The pumpkin patch, however, was a disappointment- I inspected at least 50 pumpkins and only found three that weren't broken open and cracked. It's only $5 per person and that gets you $2 off your purchase at the end so maybe we'll come back another time if/when it's safe but for now they've earned my 2 star rating for not being firmer about trying to save lives.

I don't know where to even begin other than Nelson Produce Farm is truly a Nebraska spring staple…read moreand that if you have the opportunity to attend the Tulip Festival, you need to take it. The admission price is worth it for how many attractions there are here, and there is truly something for every age! Upon entering the farm, you are greeted with tons of cute decorations, garland, and photo ops, which are super fun and make the experience all-encompassing. I also thought they did a great job with signage since I was on the hunt for the tulips! There were two main sections for tulips: U-Pick, and for viewing only. Along my way to the decorative tulip fields, I was greeted by the cutest llamas and cows, and there were tons of adorable farm themed toys and set-ups, which would make this a great place to bring your family. The tulip fields alone were worth this visit. They were absolutely magnificent and there was such a gorgeous variety. Even with difficult weather, they still looked pristine and it didn't even feel like I was in Nebraska anymore! I used to live along the border of Germany/the Netherlands (where tulips are famed to grow) and I have seen many tulip attractions throughout my life, and Nelsons was still one of the best and most enjoyable experiences. I also chose to do U-Pick, which I regretted only because of the freezing weather, high winds, and my choice to wear a sundress, none of which is Nelsons fault. If the weather had been better this would be such a fun experience, and I still enjoyed browsing for the prettiest flowers. After picking a small bouquet, I made my way to the Farm Market, which was a huge shop full of everything from local products, foods, and goods, to Tulip Festival merch and fun mementos. There was also a small cafe where I got an iced coffee and took a moment to relax and enjoy the moment. I also ended up buying a small Schleich chicken figurine as a souvenir, and everyone who worked at Nelsons was incredibly sweet and friendly. I will absolutely be returning in the future and recommending this experience to everyone I know!

This was our first visit to Nelson's Farm for the Strawberry Festival, and overall we had a very…read moregood experience. Originally, we planned to come just to pick strawberries because we had seen information online that led us to believe that was an option without attending the full festival. When we arrived, however, we learned that picking strawberries required purchasing full festival admission. Weekend tickets were $20 per person, with adults and children paying the same price. I think clearer communication on the website, social media, and at the farm itself regarding admission requirements would help set expectations. Since we ended up purchasing festival admission, we decided to explore everything the event had to offer...and there was quite a bit. The atmosphere reminded me a little of Valas Pumpkin Patch, but with a more relaxed, family-owned feel. In some ways, it felt more like the Valas I remember from growing up. Nelson's offers plenty of activities, but it still feels authentic and community-focused rather than highly commercialized. There were several giant slides, jumping pillows, farm animals to pet and feed, a playground, a corn pit, football and basketball games, and many other activities for kids. I imagine many of these attractions are available throughout the season, not just during Strawberry Festival. One thing they did especially well was the festival theming. There were adorable strawberry-themed photo opportunities throughout the property, cute displays, and thoughtful decorations. In the café and market, they had strawberry garlands, themed signs, and all sorts of strawberry-inspired merchandise. The market was particularly well done, with everything from strawberry candies and treats to strawberry-themed hair clips, keychains, cups, and other fun items. Like many farms, they offer a tractor-pulled ride out to the strawberry fields, which was much appreciated. The strawberry patch itself was larger than I expected. Some areas had been picked over, but there were still plenty of good berries if you took your time and looked around. It took my family of three about 30 minutes to pick roughly 1 1/2 pounds. We were told the berries are smaller this year because they're June-bearing strawberries, but they were incredibly sweet and flavorful. At $4 per pound, the pricing felt very reasonable for fresh local strawberries and comparable to what I'd expect to pay at a farmers market. One area for improvement would be adding more shaded seating for parents. Some of the attractions--particularly the large slides and jumping areas--have limited shade and seating nearby. We visited on a hot, humid Nebraska day, which isn't exactly unusual, so a few more places for adults to sit comfortably while supervising children would make the experience even better. I also appreciated seeing several American flags displayed around the property. It's always nice to see that sense of patriotism and community pride. Finally, every employee we interacted with was friendly, helpful, and welcoming. The staff genuinely seemed focused on creating a positive customer experience and maintaining the feel of a family farm. They do a very good job of that. Despite the confusion regarding admission, we had a fun day, picked some fantastic strawberries, and would absolutely consider visiting again.

We love wenninghoffs! We can always get an amazing…read moreassortment of locally grown food here and we recently signed up for the weekly food pickup! We always get something special like peaches or fresh tomatoes. For only $15 a week (paid in a lump sum at the beginning of the summer) it's so worth it. We always have something local to have with dinner!

We finally stopped in at Wenninghoff's after two years of driving by and saying, "We should go…read morethere sometime." I'm glad we did! The market is packed with locally made and grown products. We picked up some sandwich pickles, local honey, and a massive seedless watermelon. Prices on some items were a little higher than expected, but given they're local, I didn't mind paying a bit extra--it feels good to support nearby farmers and makers. That said, there are a few things I'd probably skip. One thing to note: they add a $1 fee for card transactions, so if you want to avoid that, bring cash!

This meat shop sells meat products produced by students in the Animal Science Department at the…read moreUniversity of Nebraska. They sell steaks, chops, eggs, sausage, and more. Everything is priced very reasonably.

From the owner: The Loeffel Meat Shoppe is a USDA-inspected retail meat sales operation that operates in support of…read morethe Department of Animal Science at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. The meat shoppe sells cuts of beef, pork, lamb, goat, smoked and slicing sausages, brats, naturally cased weiners, and multiple varieties of ready to eat snack sticks. It has been open and operating since the 1960’s. Sales from the meat shoppe help offset costs associated with our academic programs in animal science. Livestock are harvested and processed for sale in the meat shoppe by students in our department. Students gain experience by learning how to process, package, develop, and sell the products that they process.

I love Arbor Day Farm! We have visited here for staycations and day trips! Just 40 minutes from…read morehome it's a beautiful ride if you take route 75. We love walking the massive grounds. From trails, to tree tops, exploring the lodge, the hazelnut fields, and even the water park There is so much to do and see, bonus: smell. It's the perfect spot to celebrate an occassion, spend the day with the family, or just get away from the city. This is my happy place for sure!

Our primary motive in visiting Arbor Day Farm was the Discovery Ride. Sadly, when we arrived to buy…read moretickets, the cashier said it wasn't running except on weekends. That would have been good information to share on their website! But no; I checked again and there was no mention when the Ride was not available. Good thing this was not our only planned stop in Nebraska City. I did enjoy walking Doug's Trail -- and easy walk along a peaceful, mostly shaded route. The Historic Barns were cool. Overall, the site seemed to be clean and well-maintained.

We enjoy their black diamond watermelons, tomatoes, green beans, corn and pickles. Pumpkins in the…read morefall and flowers are beautiful. Looking forward to their 2026 season.

Wow Jilian's has outdone themselves this fall. Normally I love stopping by all summer for fresh…read moreproduce and watermelon. I've really come to love this place for pumpkins. Wowza. So many pumpkins and so afffordable. I got 15+ pumpkins all sizes for $50. They're so beautiful and great for my lawn price wise I don't think can be beat. Plus the friendliest service

We traveled to Nebraska City for the AppleJack Festival this year. Most of the festivities are held…read moreat Arbor Day Farm, but we also stopped at Kimmel Orchard and were so glad we did! Kimmel is obviously a lot smaller than Arbor Day Farm, but you wouldn't know it from the amount of products they have in their little shop, with a huge majority made of their apples. We tried some of their apple cider, of course, and it was divine. So smooth and with absolutely zero acidic "bite" you can sometimes get with apple products full of added sugar. I wish I had bought a few more bottles of it, instead of just the one that we shared on the way back to Omaha! The ambiance of the shop, even though it's pretty bustling at that time of year, is still very warm, welcoming and homy feeling. You can peruse the little "aisles" forever and still find something new you didn't know they made there at Kimmel. When we finally left, we had chosen apple butter, apple cider, cinnamon apple sauce, apple doughnuts, apple butter syrup, and ranch dressing (no apple in that! Haha) If you're headed to Nebraska City (during the AppleJack Festival or any other time), definitely stop by Kimmel Orchard - you will not be disappointed!

Great place to go and explore and learn about wine making with honey. They also have the Apple…read moreorchards and a store where they sell all of the products they make on site.

My husband and I have really enjoyed coming to this winery the past couple years. The wine is good…read moreand service is always friendly. We love that you have the option of sitting inside, on a covered porch area, or outside on a covered patio. The new owners are also super kind. I think this is our favorite Nebraska winery!

We were incredibly impressed with the wines at Capitol View!! We were treated with so much kindness…read moreand given wonderful suggestions of wines!! Everything we tasted was very good! We'll definitely be back!