50 Things to Do This Spring Under $5

Spring is such an exciting time in Oklahoma City. Neighborhood street festivals and statewide festivals usually get kicked off in spring and tons of opportunities for family fun abound. With summer break just around the corner, save your money this spring by attending family events that are cheap or totally free.

Here are 50 things to do under $5 this spring:

(Editor’s Note: This is a working list last updated on Feb. 21, 2025. Check back often for updates throughout the spring season.) 

1. Check out these must-see murals scattered throughout town that don’t cost a dime to visit.
2. The City of Oklahoma City offers FREE fishing on the first Saturday of each month. No city permit is required; however, a State license is for anyone 16 and older.
3. Use grass, leaves, sticks and a bit of yarn to create your own natural paintbrushes with this #AtHomeArt project.
4. Stop in for a story at Myriad Garden’s FREE Reading Wednesdays. Each week offers a nature-themed story time and a related craft.  Wednesdays, 10-11 a.m.
5. Go for a bike ride to get some fresh air and exercise together. There are plenty of scenic trails to discover together.
6. See the breathtaking glass creations by Dale Chihuly at Oklahoma City Museum of Art for free on the second Sunday of each month, thanks to the generous support provided by Art Bridges Foundation’s Access for All program.
7. Explore a spring festival! Whether you are looking for a large festival in the Oklahoma City metro or an event with a small-town charm, this guide can help you plan day and weekend trips in Oklahoma.
8. March 21: See life-size vehicles and interact with community support leaders like police officers, firemen, construction workers and more at the FREE Touch-A-Truck at Bethany Library. 9 a.m.-noon.
9. March 22: Get moving at the FREE Move Your ScissorTAIL Block Party at Scissortail Park’s Sports Pavilion. Take part in Zumba, pickleball and more, plus enjoy live entertainment and food trucks. 9 a.m.-noon.
10. March 22: Learn about how food and household items have been traditionally made and grown at the FREE Oklahoma Farm-to-Table Family Festival. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Bonus- Guests can explore the museum’s five galleries for $5 per person.
11. Embrace the great outdoors by heading to one of these top spots for exploring nature in OKC.
12. Go to your local library and find some fun books to read aloud at home.
13. March 29: Join us for our biggest family party of the year, MetroFamily’s Kids Fest! Advance tickets are just $5 for kids 24 mos & up. Adults get in free. Kids can have a blast with bounce houses, games, petting zoos and hands-on activities while parents discover resources, businesses and organizations that help make family life easier and more fun.
14. March 29-30: Celebrate spring blooms at Myriad Gardens’ Tulip Festival. See 30,000+ tulip blossoms plus enjoy creative displays, vendors, live entertainment, art, activities for kids and more. 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
15. Train for a 5k race or 10-mile bike ride as a family.
16. Grab your phone and hit a local park for a family photo session. Capture silly memories together and share them with your family and friends.
17. April 7: Factory Obscura invites families to experience Mix-Tape on their annual Pay-What-You-Can Day. Minimum ticket price is $5 per person. 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
18. April 11: FREE LIVE on the Pawza in the Plaza District (1700 block of NW 16^th St) features local artists, live music, special activities, local shopping and more, all themed around pets. 6-10 p.m.
19. April 12: Spend the day in Midtown during their springtime Walkabout. Enjoy free pop-up programming and live music, plus Midtown merchants and restaurants will be offering specials, activities and giveaways. 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
20. April 12: FREE Second OHOF Saturdays at Oklahoma Hall of Fame! Create a craft in their Makerspace, explore exhibits, get your selfie in “Picture Yourself” and see new art and history exhibits. 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
21. Taking the whole family out for a restaurant meal can be expensive. Pack up your regular homemade lunch and take it on a picnic to instantly upgrade your meal time for free. Our list of top picnic spots in the metro should provide you with an ideal location.
22. Dive into the science behind spring rainbows. Explore light refraction with this simple science experiment to learn how light “bends” through different materials.
23. Host a family game night with homemade prizes for the winner. Find reader-recommended family games at metrofamilymagazine.com/family-board-games.
24. April 12 FREE Second Saturday at Oklahoma Contemporary (11 NW 11th St) features a community and family-focused day of art focused on Story Stones. 1-4 p.m.
25. April 12: Tour the town on a sunset bike ride through Downtown OKC, beginning at Myriad Gardens. 8-9 p.m.
26. April 13: Get the whole family moving at the FREE YMCA Healthy Kids Day at Scissortail Park. Activities include games, healthy cooking demonstrations, arts and crafts and more. 2-5 p.m.
27. Head out on a scavenger hunt! Can you find all of these things in your backyard or on a neighborhood walk?
28. April 19: Celebrate Earth Day at OKC Beautiful’s FREE Earth Fest at Scissortail Park. Enjoy live music, classes, giveaways and activities for kids from 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
29. April 19: Create tissue paper flowers at OKCMOA’s drop-in art event. Activities are free with general admission and kids always get in free! 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
30. April 19:  Enjoy local food, unique shopping and live music at the Heard on Hurd Street Fest (1st & Hurd, Edmond). 6-10 p.m.
31. Become your own CSI and investigate the science behind fingerprints. This simple science experiment takes a closer look at the three main types of fingerprints and the endless variations possible.
32. April 24-26: Norman Music Festival features three jam-packed days of music. Hear music from local, regional and national talent including festival headliners Alvvays. Festival admission is FREE.
33. Whether you are looking to explore something new or simply excite your mind in a new way, museums are a fun way for families to spend time together while learning about our world. From art and science to history and more, visit a local FREE museum.
34. Disc golf is a fun and low-cost outing for families. Public courses across the metro welcome players of all ages to enjoy some friendly competition.
35. May 2: Get your Cinco de Mayo celebration started early at the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Cinco de Mayo Festival at Scissortail Park. The festival is free to attend. 3-10 p.m.
36. May 2-4: See artists from around the country at the FREE Downtown Edmond Arts Festival. There will also be live art demonstrations, music and activities for kids.
37. Go old school with a classic flick at Harkin’s Tuesday Night Classics. This spring’s lineup includes Batman Begins. $5. Tuesdays, 7 p.m.; Wednesdays. 1 p.m.
38. May 3: Score a FREE comic book on FREE Comic Book Day. Participating retailers will be handing out free comic books while supplies last.
39. May 3: Artspace at Untitled is hosting a FREE Steamroller Print Fest. From 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., enjoy art demonstrations, food trucks, live music and other family activities.
40. May 3: Festival of the Child at Yukon City Park (2200 S Holly Ave, Yukon) is a one-day celebration featuring over 50 areas of fun including kayaking, pony rides, painting, inflatables, crafts and more. Activities are geared for children 12 and under. Kids, $5 in advance, $7 day of; adults, FREE. 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
41. May 3: Head west to El Reno Burger Day and take part in fun for the whole family starting at 10 a.m.! See an 850-lb fried onion burger, plus enjoy vendors, music, a kid’s zone, food trucks, a car show, and more. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
42. May 4: Get the family bikes ready for summer during the FREE BikeFest event at Wheeler Ferris Wheel. Enjoy activities for kids, safety demonstrations and live music. noon-3 p.m.
43. Get the kids into the kitchen and make tasty yogurt pops that are a customizable, healthy snack the whole family will love.
44. Sample some of the food grown in the Crystal Bridge Conservatory on FREE Tasty Tuesdays in March. From 10 to 11 a.m., stop in at the Visitor’s Lobbe to make tasty treats and snacks.
45. May 10: OKC Flower & Garden Fest at Myriad Gardens (350 S Reno Ave) features a variety of vendors with herbs, perennials, roses, produce, pottery, jewelry, wineries and food products. Free to attend. 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
46. May 17: Say hello to the farm animals at Mollie Spencer Farm during the FREE Spring Open House. Attendees can also see a pollinator garden, vegetable garden and apiary. 9-11 a.m.
47. May 17: Explore all that the rec center has to offer at the FREE Summer Kickoff at Southern Oaks Recreation Center. 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
48. May 18: Learn some new dance skills at the FREE Calderón Dance Festival at Myriad Gardens. noon-8 p.m.
49. May 24: Bethany 66 Festival (Ashbury & College Ave, Bethany) is a family-friendly event featuring live entertainment, arts and crafts booths, children’s activities, a car show and more. It is free to attend and runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
50. Check out our monthly list of the top 10 FREE events for families or scan our searchable calendar filled with family fun!

For even more family fun? Check out our other Spring Fun guides.