When it comes to spending quality family time with teens and tweens, it can be more challenging to find fun activities and things to do that older kids will love. Thankfully, Oklahoma City has plenty of activities and events to keep them entertained. We’ve hand-picked the best events and things to do to keep your teens and tweens having fun all month long.
Top things to do with teens & tweens in OKC this month:
June 7
FREE Learn to Row Day with RIVERSPORT
725 S Lincoln Ave, OKC
The free lessons start on ergs – land rowing machines – to learn the basic motion, then move to Oar Boards to get on the water. Preregister. For ages 14 & up. 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
June 17-22
Lyric Theatre presents Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat at Civic Center Music Hall
201 N Walker Ave, OKC
This colorful retelling of the story of Joseph and his unique ability to interpret dreams is a humorous retelling of the Biblical story, suitable for all ages. $42 & up. Tuesday-Friday, 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, 2 & 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, 2 p.m.
June 19-21
Juneteenth on the East
NE 23rd St. Between Hood & Kelham, OKC
Celebrate Juneteenth with live music, a 5K race, dance performances, art and more. Free to attend, participation prices vary. See website for schedule of events.
June 20-22
SoonerCon at Embassy Suites
2501 Conference Dr, Norman
This premier pop culture convention features gaming, cosplay, anime, sci-fi, live performances and more. Adults, $39-$150; kids (12 & under), free with adult tickets. 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
June 28-29
FREE Tinker Air Show at Tinker Air Force Base
3001 S Douglas Blvd, Midwest City
See the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds and an array of other flying acts, plus static displays, STEM area and more. 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; aerial acts begin at 11:30 a.m.
Bonus event
Wednesdays in June
FREE Oklahoma’s Credit Union Summer Movie Series at Myriad Gardens
301 W Reno Ave, OKC
Watch outdoor screenings of The Princess Bride, Captain America: Brave New Worlds and more, plus enjoy family-friendly activities, food trucks and local vendors. Activities begin at 7 p.m.; movie, dusk.
Looking for even more things to do with teens and tweens? Check out our list of the top 10 FREE events happening this month or our list of best places to have fun with teens & tweens.