Everyone needs a break now and then, and parents are no exception! Whether date night, girls’ night or simply an adult night out, Oklahoma City has plenty of things to do, many of which offer the added benefit of helping some very worthy causes.
Whether your passion is food, theater, art or something else entirely, our searchable calendar offers a wide variety of date night and adult night out ideas for any day of the week. Check out our readers’ recommendations for a list of local favorite hot spots.
And, if that wasn’t enough, here are our top five reasons to book a sitter this month!
Date Night Ideas in December
Dec. 6
OK Humane Yule Log Party at Pool Bar + Bodega
900 W Main St, OKC
Enjoy a variety of holiday and pet-centric activities including live music, holiday cocktails, a free photo booth, pet doodles by Taylor Clark (created from a photo shown on your phone) and an Adopt-A-Plush-Pet station. Benefits OK Humane Society. Free to attend. 6-10 p.m.
Dec. 6-7
OKCPhil presents A Very Merry Pops at Civic Center
201 N Walker Ave, OKC
Watch an all-new, holly jolly holiday performance with Tap Dancing Santa, Ashley Brown and Tony DeSare performing holiday favorites. $24 & up. Friday, 8 p.m.; Saturday, 2 & 8 p.m.
Dec. 7
A Country Christmas! ‘Tis the Season Holiday Market at Scissortail Park
415 S Robinson Ave, OKC
Shop local makers and boutiques, while listening to live music. 2-7 p.m.
Dec. 13-14
Mantels and Trees Holiday Home Tour in Miller Neighborhood
NW 10th to NW 16th, N Villa to N May, OKC
Tour six historic homes, elegantly decorated for the holidays. Each house will have refreshments. $10. 6-9 p.m.
Dec. 14
Sleigh the Haus Down at Oklahoma Contemporary
11 NW 11th St, OKC
Enjoy craft cocktails, curated sounds from local DJs and dancing. $15-$20. 8 p.m.-midnight.
Bonus Events
Fridays & Saturdays in December
Myriad & Bright! at Inasmuch Foundation Crystal Bridge Conservatory
301 W Reno Ave, OKC
On Fridays & Saturdays in December, the Crystal Bridge will stay open late for guests to enjoy a holiday lights display and music show. There will be festive performances and an artisan market in the lobby on Fridays. Adults, $10.50; kids (5-17), $5.50; kids (4 & under), free. 5:30-8 p.m.
Through Jan. 4
Reindeer Alley Pop-up Bars at local hotels
Dasher’s Den: Colcord Hotel – OKC
Vixen’s Vault: The National – OKC
Comet’s Corner: Ambassador Hotel Oklahoma City
Rudolph’s Retreat: NOUN Hotel – Norman
Each holiday-themed pop-up bar will feature a unique, immersive holiday experience inspired by cherished holiday flavors inspired by one of Santa’s iconic reindeer and seasonal cocktails inspired by cherished holiday flavors. For ages 21 & up. Prices vary.
Looking for at-home options? Restore the romance with these sweet and simple at-home date night ideas.