Perfectly pleasant Papillion is a charming Nebraska city within the sprawling Omaha metro area. The city offers a unique style of small-town Main Street suburban charm with dynamic and strong connections and experiences. It benefits from its proximity to Omaha while maintaining its own distinctive identity. Known for its warm, welcoming, neighborly ways, Papillion is an ideal spot to live, work, and play.

For nature enthusiasts, Papillion boasts a variety of parks and outdoor recreation areas. The Prairie Queen Recreation Area and Portal Recreation Area provide boat ramp access, fishing, and lake access with no-wake boating, picnicking, and a 4-mile walking trail loop. Walnut Creek Hills Park provides an RV Park, boat ramp access to Walnut Creek Lake, ADA fishing access, hiking, and biking, a paved 3-mile path and 5-mile biking path, a leash-free dog park, and an equestrian trial.

Arts, culture, and entertainment are integral to Papillion's community spirit. The Astro Amphitheater and Sumtur Amphitheater host live performances, from concerts to theater productions.  Papillion Landing Community Recreation Center is a vibrant community center with softball, baseball, and soccer fields. The popular Papio Bay Park includes a beloved water park for summer fun, with many ball fields connected with Fricke Field and Halleck Park.

Papillion hosts several top companies with a diverse range of employment opportunities. One standout is the Midlands Community Foundation, a significant contributor to the local economy and community welfare. Other vital businesses include Black Hills Energy, InfoGroup, PayPal, Yahoo, Cabela's, Mutual of Omaha, and Union Pacific Railroad.

Papillion's cultural calendar is filled with annual events that unite the area. Papillion Farmers Market, May-September, is a local favorite. It provides fresh produce and handcrafted goods, fostering a sense of community and support for local farmers. Papillion Days in June highlights parades, carnival rides, and local vendors. Taste of Papillion is a summer favorite, and the Papillion Race Series offers running and triathlon events throughout the year.

Golf enthusiasts can enjoy the well-maintained greens of Tara Hills Golf Course and Eagle Hills Golf Course, which offer challenging courses and beautiful landscapes. There are also 50 golf courses within 30 miles.

The Papillion Walking Tour preserves the city's deep history, which guides visitors through 21 informative historical markers, providing a glimpse into the area's storied past. The Papillion Library serves as a center of knowledge and community engagement, hosting events and programs for all ages.

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