A hand-drawn sketch of a Tom & Jerry mug, illustrated in a rough, zine-style line drawing with black ink and small red accents. The cup sits on a textured saucer, with “Tom & Jerry” written in blocky, imperfect lettering along the side. The illustration leans intentionally homemade and analog—matching the scratch-made, once-a-year tradition of the cocktail itself.

Tom & Jerry cocktails return to Anna’s Place on Thursday, December 18—a one-night tradition built for people who want a quieter way to mark the season. It’s the only evening each year when this low-key Omaha bar leans festive: candlelit atmosphere, winter spices, and a hot cocktail made from real batter, mixed by hand, no shortcuts.

This night requires no tickets and no reservations. It’s first come, first served, and when the batter runs out, the tradition ends for the year. If you’re planning a date night in Omaha, arrive early; the Tom & Jerry goes fast.

For anyone searching for quiet Omaha nightlife or things to do in Omaha in December, this is as close as we get to holiday cheer—intentional, understated, and gone the moment the last mug is served.