MetroFamily’s Calendar of Events & Things to Do in OKC
If you are looking for things to do for families with kids in OKC today, tomorrow, this weekend or all month long, you are in the right place! MetroFamily scours the metro for family friendly things to do with kids so you can find all of the best events and activities for families near you all in one place. Find fun ways to spend time with the whole family on MetroFamily’s calendar, including can’t-miss events, festivals and more happening in Oklahoma City, Edmond, Norman, Moore, Yukon and beyond on our searchable calendar.
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Wed, Dec 4, 2024
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Families can enjoy ice skating, holiday music and food concessions. Skate hours are Monday-Thursday, 3-9 p.m.; Friday, 3-10 p.m.; Saturday, noon-10 p.m.; Sunday, noon-9 p.m. Exceptions: Thanksgiving Break (11/24 - 11/29): 12-10 p.m. Winter Break (12/20 - 1/6): 12-10 p.m. Christmas Eve: 12-5 p.m. Christmas: 12-10 p.m. New Year's Eve: 12-10 p.m.
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Features outdoor ice skating on a 4,100-square-foot ice rink made of real ice. Monday-Thursday, 4-9 p.m.; Friday, 4-10 p.m.; Saturday, noon-10 p.m.; Sunday, noon-9 p.m. Special Hours: Thanksgiving Break (11/24 - 11/29): 12-10 p.m. Winter Break (12/21 - 1/6): 12-10 p.m. Christmas Eve: 12-5 p.m. Christmas: 12-10 p.m. New Year's Eve: 12-10 p.m.
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Features outdoor ice skating on 4,100 square feet of real ice. Monday-Thursday, 4-9 p.m.; Friday, 4-10 p.m.; Saturday, noon-10 p.m.; Sunday, noon-9 p.m. Special Hours: Thanksgiving Break (11/24 - 11/29): 12-10 p.m. Winter Break (12/21 - 01/5): 12-10 p.m. Christmas Eve: 12-5 p.m. Christmas: 12-10 p.m. New Year's Eve: 12-10 p.m.
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Features festive opportunities to eat drink and be merry in Midtown this season.
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Features a free Santa’s Wonderland experience with free family holiday giveaways and the chance to meet Santa. During your visit, families can mail their letter to Santa and enjoy other activities. Families who visit Santa receive a free 4x6 studio-quality photo. On Nov. 2, enjoy a tree lighting, giveaways and more from 2 to 5 p.m. to celebrate Santa's arrival. Advanced reservations are required. To learn more and make a…
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Bass Pro Shops & Cabela's View map
200 Bass Pro Drive, 1200 W Memorial Rd
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Lyric’s beloved holiday tradition returns to The Plaza Theatre. In this holiday performance, watch Ebenezer Scrooge, a host of ghosts and Charles Dickens’ characters bring to life Lyric’s spectacular, new production. See website for show times.
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Features a holiday performance set to the sounds of the motion picture soundtrack. Passengers will relive the magic of the classic story on an hour train ride. During the trip, characters on each car lead passengers in a reading of the book, cookies are delivered by dancing chefs and kids get the chance to meet Santa. The train will be running on Thursday - Sunday, plus additional days the week…
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Features outdoor ice skating on 5,500 square feet of real ice. Open 7 days a week, the Devon Ice Rink hosts daily public skating, private parties, and special events all winter long. The rink will open for public skating on Friday, Nov. 15, followed by an opening celebration to officially kick off the season on Saturday, Nov. 16. Guests can enjoy special performances, a DJ, food trucks, and more from…
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Features a collection of holiday-themed pop-up bars at area hotels. Each Reindeer Alley bar will feature a unique, immersive holiday experience inspired by one of Santa’s iconic reindeer, offering guests and locals a festive and interactive twist on traditional holiday celebrations. When visiting Reindeer Alley bars, guests can indulge in a holiday menu featuring inventive, seasonal cocktails inspired by cherished holiday flavors. Signature drinks like Holiday Vacation, Fireside Chai and…
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Walk under blocks and blocks of Christmas lights and decorations. Each "Christmas Chute" has different themed decor. Special events and activities are planned throughout the season, including live reindeer and photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus,
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Click here to see a list of current museum exhibits in the OKC Metro..
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Features stories, songs, rhymes, and a craft. 9:30 & 10:30
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The Red Earth Art Center celebrates the season with Christmas trees adorned with handmade ornaments created to showcase the diverse Native cultures that make Oklahoma unique. Hand-crafted ornaments and artisan gifts will be available for holiday shopping during open hours. The Women’s Tree, decorated by Oklahoma City artist Susan Howard, Muscogee Creek, focuses on the role of women in their tribal culture. Trees featured this year include: Caddo Cherokee Cheyenne…
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The sound of bells ringing during the holiday season is more than just a festive tradition—it’s a lifeline for thousands in Central Oklahoma. The Salvation Army is seeking volunteers to join the Red Kettle Campaign by signing up as bell ringers from Nov. 14 through Dec. 24. Funds raised stay local, supporting essential services like food assistance, shelter and utility support. Individuals, families and groups can volunteer for shifts and add…
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Features a seasonal fair trade shop offering unique gifts, including a wide selection of folk art from around the world and more. All merchandise are fair trade items, from almost every continent, made by artisans who are paid a living wage for their work. All profits go to OKC non-profit, PAMBE Ghana to support La'Angum Learning Center in Ghana. The market will close at 3 p.m. on Christmas Eve.
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Features a nature-themed storytime, interactive song and small craft. Books are selected based on the season. Walkups welcome. Storytime is held in the Children's Garden in the warmer months and the Visitor Center lobby during colder months. Location is subject to change. Look for updates online or on social media. No Reading Wednesday on Christmas Day.
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Features self-facilitated and staff-led activities for the whole family. This program provides access to all exhibits and themed educational activities designed for families with students of all ages. Each activity is designed to be fun, engaging and educational and every program is themed and activities for all ages emphasize the theme. 2024 Homeschool Days: Wednesday, April 17, 2024 - Journey to Statehood Wednesday, September 18, 2024 - The Science of Flight…
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Crafts and Tales is a weekly program for young children and families that is held every Wednesday at 11 a.m. Visitors are invited to enjoy a short story in the Discovery Room, then take part in a crafting activity. Crafts and Tales is a free activity included with the cost of admission. All crafting materials are provided by the museum for no charge.
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Features a monthly concert series. Bring your lunch to receive free admission and a concert on the first Wednesday of the month.
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The newly opened outdoor ice rink, nestled in Heartwood Park, offers a delightful winter escape for skaters of all ages. Enjoy gliding across the ice with artful views, festive lights, and a welcoming atmosphere. Whether you’re a seasoned skater or a first-timer, OAK’s ice-skating season promises fun and joy. The rink will be open daily from November 14, 2024, through January 20, 2025, including Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New…
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Features more than 600,000 colorful LED lights draped along the buildings on North Broadway transforming the street into one beautiful Christmas light display. Open daily, dusk until dawn.
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Luminance is a new walk-thru Christmas lights display. Stroll through more than 40 interactive 3D LED displays including a walk-thru light tunnel and lighted trees and pavilions.
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Features larger-than-life light sculptures on a driving tour through the OKC Zoo. After the driving tour, guests park and re-enter the Zoo for an additional walking experience complete with immersive and interactive light displays, fun photo ops, festive treats and eats available for purchase and more. In a brand-new pathway starting in the Zoo’s entry plaza, winding through the Children’s Zoo and outside of the Jungle Gym Playground, the walk-thru…
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Features a wonderland of Christmas holiday light displays. The two mile, drive-through light display runs along the lakeshore beginning at Chandler Road, ending at Highway 39 on the northeast side of Purcell.
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Learn how to make a foraged wreath using fresh, foraged greenery and cuttings along with other found items like pinecones and berries. Attendees can also bring clippings and plant materials from their own gardens to incorporate in the wreaths. Tickets include materials needed for the class, as well as snacks and beverages.
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Features a monthly community run that is free and open to all abilities. The course will be 3.1 miles.
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In the spirit of the holiday season, Joe B. Barnes Regional Park is transformed into a twinkling wonderland of lights featuring more than 100 Christmas light displays including a 118-foot Christmas tree illuminated with 9,000 bulbs. Schedule: Sunday - Thursday 6-10 p.m. Friday & Saturday 6-11 p.m. Christmas Eve and Christmas Day 6-11 p.m.
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Features carriage rides, ice rink, a chance to meet Santa, Christmas lights, ferris wheel, gift shop, food trucks and more. Sunday-Thursday, 6-10 p.m.; Friday-Saturday, 6-11 p.m.
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The Downs Family Christmas Lights, featured on the ABC's Great Christmas Light Fight, are a holiday lights display set to music. The annual holiday light display runs from 6 p.m. to midnight every day, weather permitting, from Thanksgiving evening through the end of the year. Visitors enjoy the more than 18 miles of light displays synchronized to holiday music from the comfort of their own vehicles. Check their Facebook page…
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As you stroll the canal, enjoy dining and shopping under a gorgeous Christmas light display. The Bricktown Holiday Trees are by artists Nathan Hendrix and Stephen Tyler of True Façade. Opens nightly at dusk.
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Features a 20-minute, synchronized musical light show. Park in the lot directly across from the lights and tune to 89.7.
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Features a holiday lights display with luminaries, a 40' Christmas tree, a giant menorah and other holiday decor throughout the park.
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Features a magical wonderland of Christmas lights. As Oklahoma's largest drive-thru Christmas light display, see 5 million twinkling lights and over 500 one-of-a-kind light displays. Guests may also enjoy walking through the lights or, for a small fee, riding the Santa Express Train. Returning this year, families can enjoy ice skating at Chisholm Trail Park, with views of the lights. The tour starts in Yukon City Park, winds through Freedom…
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Features special presentations of classic holiday films on the big screen. 2024 Schedule: Dec. 3 & 4 - How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000) Dec. 10 & 11 - The Polar Express - 20th Anniversary Dec. 17 & 18 - Elf Dec. 24 - National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation - 25th Anniversary Dec. 31 & Jan. 1 - Gremlins - 40th Anniversary Tuesdays, 7 p.m.; Wednesdays, 1 p.m.
Edmond Ice Rink
December 4, 2024
Crest on Ice in Norman
December 4, 2024
Yukon Ice Rink at Chisholm Trail Park
December 4, 2024
Merry Midtown
December 4, 2024
Categories:Shopping
FREE Santa’s Wonderland at Bass Pro Shop & Cabela’s
December 4, 2024
Lyric’s A Christmas Carol FEATURED LISTING
December 4, 2024
Devon Ice Rink
December 4, 2024
Reindeer Alley Pop-up Bars at local hotels
December 4, 2024
FREE Route 66 Christmas Chute in Sapulpa
December 4, 2024
