Between the gifts, the parties, the travel and the extra household guests, Christmas can get expensive. Here are 15 ways to celebrate the holidays in Oklahoma City without spending a dime.
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This list is generously sponsored by New Covenant Church. New Covenant’s Christmas in Edmond services are designed with families in mind. Experience the joy and wonder of Christmas with a beautiful candlelight service and holiday music. Kids will have a special moment in worship and receive fun Christmas activity gift bags.
This list is generously sponsored by - A dazzling display of holiday lights sure to put the whole family in the holiday spirit lines Broadway Avenue through Automobile Alley near downtown Oklahoma City. Stop in during their Lights on Broadway events on Saturdays, Nov. 30 – Dec. 14 and enjoy lots of family-friendly fun.
- Step into some unique holiday magic at the Red Earth Art Center! Each year, the halls of the art center are festively decorated with dazzling Christmas trees adorned in handmade ornaments that celebrate the vibrant and diverse Native cultures of Oklahoma. During Treefest, explore 11 uniquely decorated trees and shop a selection of artisan-made gifts. The art center is open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. until Jan. 3.
- Tour downtown for free when the OKC Streetcars offer complimentary fares on the weekends Nov. 15 – Jan. 5 in celebration of their anniversary and the holiday season. Christmas shopping tip – Make sure to hop off to shop the Holiday Pop-up Shops at the Midtown stop.
- Sip wassail and listen to live holiday music at the Christmas Open House at Moore-Lindsay House Museum in Norman on Dec. 13. The museum will also have carriage rides, Santa and holiday crafts.
- Score that perfect holiday photo at Edmond Electric’s Luminance at Mitch Park. Stroll through the park and pose among the dozens of 3D LED displays, a lighted walk-thru tunnel and lighted trees. The holiday lights shine bright nightly through Jan. 1 from 5 to 10 p.m.
- Help Deck the Hall of Fame at the Oklahoma Hall of Fame’s annual holiday celebration with crafts, family-friendly activities and the chance to meet Santa on Dec. 14 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
- Get into the winter spirit with Oklahoma Contemporary! Enjoy free art activities as well as a hot chocolate bar and live entertainment during their FREE Second Saturday Snow Glow event on Dec. 14 from 1-5 p.m.
- Hop aboard a horse-drawn wagon for a trip through Downtown Edmond! Weather permitting, rides begin at the corner of Campbell and Broadway each Saturday in December through Dec. 21 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus at Myriad Gardens. Pose with Santa and cozy up for a story with Mrs. Claus. The pair will be at the gardens Saturdays in December through Dec. 21 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- Drive or walk through Yukon’s FREE Christmas in the Park holiday light display which includes three park complexes and nearly 5 million twinkling lights. The lights are open 6-11 p.m. nightly through Dec. 31.
- Enjoy holiday performances, festive treats and Christmas fun at Holiday on the Hill. From noon to 3 p.m. on Dec. 21, families can take part in holiday-themed activities hosted by district sponsors, local businesses and community partners.
- Hang out with the man of the month at Bass Pro. Santa will be visiting with families and posing for pictures through Dec. 24. Advanced reservations are required.
- Load up the car with cozy blankets and festive drinks on your way to the Holiday Lights Spectacular in Midwest City. At Joe B. Barnes Regional Park, drive through the mile-long display to search for Santa fly fishing, elves baking in a candy factory and a 118-foot Christmas tree illuminated with over 9,000 LED bulbs. The Christmas lights run through Dec. 25 beginning at 6 p.m. nightly.
- Welcome winter at the Winter Solstice Celebration at the First Americans Museum on Dec. 21. Go on an interpretative walk up the FAM Mound, watch round dances and observe the setting of the solstice sun through the Mound tunnel.
- Celebrate Chanukah at Scissortail Park! Enjoy live entertainment and the lighting of a giant menorah. The celebration on Dec. 29 is open to all and gets started at 4:30 p.m.
This article about free Christmas celebrations in Oklahoma City was updated by Lindsay Cuomo, MetroFamily’s digital editor, to include event details for activities happening in 2024. Lindsay has been with MetroFamily since 2014 covering family-focused local happenings and news. Find even more things to do this winter including holiday events on our Winter Fun Guides.
- Hunt for the perfect family tree at one of these Christmas tree farms.
- See our massive holiday guide of local events for things to do all holiday season.
- Make some memories together at one of these Downtown in December events.
