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Mon, Dec 11, 2023
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Features festive opportunities to eat drink and be merry in Midtown this season.
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Over 30 years, 1,000 performances, and 150,000 patrons, A Territorial Christmas Carol is back in this re-imagining of Dickens’ classic tale. See website for show times.
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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 (11/19 - 11/24): 12-10 p.m. Winter Break (12/21 - 01/8): 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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Enjoy Christmas lights throughout the city in Downtown Edmond, Spring Creek Plaza, Spring Creek Village, First Baptist Church, UCO and OC campuses. Luminance is a walk-thru holiday light display that will be open to the public at Mitch Park from 5 - 10 p.m., Nov. 17-Jan. 1.
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Features outdoor ice skating on 4,100 square feet of real ice. Monday-Thursday, 3-9 p.m.; Friday, 3-10 p.m.; Saturday, noon-10 p.m.; Sunday, noon-9 p.m. Special Hours: Thanksgiving Break (11/19 - 11/24): 12-10 p.m. Winter Break (12/24 - 01/1): 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-feet ice rink made of real ice. Monday-Thursday, 3-9 p.m.; Friday, 3-10 p.m.; Saturday, noon-10 p.m.; Sunday, noon-9 p.m. Special Hours: Thanksgiving Break (11/19 - 11/24): 12-10 p.m. Winter Break (12/21 - 01/3): 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 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. Monday-Thursday, 3-9 p.m.; Friday, 3-11 p.m.; Saturday, 11 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Thanksgiving Week November 20, 21, 22, 24, 25, 11am – 11pm Thanksgiving Day, November 23, 3-11pm Sunday., November 26, 11am-7pm Winter Break and Holidays…
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The magic and wonder of a lovely snowfall, as seen through the eyes of a child, is conveyed as we watch young Peter explore and enjoy the snow. See website for show times.
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Features a musical comedy based on the many children's stories of Dr. Seuss.
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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 Saturday, Nov. 4, Santa will arrive to host a festive parade to welcome Santa at 5 p.m. Santa will parade through the parking lot, arriving on a Tracker…
Where
Bass Pro Shops & Cabela's View map
200 Bass Pro Drive, 1200 W Memorial Rd
Oklahoma City, OK, US -
Features a lighted Christmas tree with a choreographed light show, ice skating, music and more. Special events will be held throughout the season. Opening night features free burgers, chips and drinks for the first 5,000 attendees. Food trucks will also be on site.
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Enjoy complimentary fares on the OKC Streetcars on the weekends.
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The interactive holiday classic, Jane Austen's Christmas Cracker, returns to the beautiful Shakespeare on the Paseo indoor theatre. Dance, sing and eat sweet treats among a wonderful cast of characters decked out in their finery for the Christmas holidays. Suitable for all ages.
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Features a reimagining of the classic holiday story as you follow Carlos on his hip-hop journey to self-discovery through magical lands filled with larger-than-life characters. This production features local artists, students, an original storyline and Hip Hop music. One performance will be narrated in Spanish. RACE company members work directly in schools teaching choreography and performer etiquette, and serve as mentors. The production includes approximately 100 students from the metro…
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OCCC Visual and Performing Arts Center Theater View map
7777 S May Ave,
Oklahoma City, 73159, OK, US -
Features a farcical murder mystery adapted from the screenplay by Jonathan Lynn, written by Sandy Rustin, and additional material by Hunter Foster and Eric Price. Based on the iconic 1985 Paramount movie which was inspired by the classic Hasbro board game, Clue is a hilarious farce-meets-murder mystery. The tale begins at a remote mansion, where six mysterious guests assemble for an unusual dinner party where murder and blackmail are on…
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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 delivered by dancing chefs and the chance to meet Santa. The train will be running on Thursday - Sunday, plus additional days the week of Christmas. See website for a schedule…
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Features holiday lights including over 25 new light displays.
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Step inside the Inasmuch Foundation Crystal Bridge Conservatory and be surrounded by decorations, from the visitor lobby to the Bromeliad terrace, the lights over the skywalk, the traditional poinsettia tree and more. Marvel at large ornaments hung from the top of the conservatory. The newly renovated Inasmuch Foundation Crystal Bridge Conservatory will have an exterior magical glow after sunset. Look for extended evening hours on Fridays and Saturdays. Outside, explore…
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Lyric’s beloved holiday tradition returns to The Plaza Theatre. Watch Ebenezer Scrooge, a host of ghosts and Charles Dickens’ characters bring to life Lyric’s spectacular, new production. Lyric’s first indoor production in four years will feature all-new sets, costumes, lights, sounds and staging. See website for show times.
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Features a holiday performance of the story of Clara, her Nutcracker Prince and the Sugar Plum Fairy performed by the Oklahoma City Ballet with the OKC Philharmonic and Canterbury Voices. A sensory-friendly performance on Dec. 18 at 6 p.m. will include adjusted lighting and sound, reduction of strobe lighting and no pyrotechnics. Friday, 7 p.m.; Saturday, 2 & 7 p.m.; Sunday, 1 & 5 p.m.
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Features an interactive Christmas attraction where kids can meet Santa and explore a life-sized replica of the North Pole including Santa’s post office, Mrs. Claus’ kitchen, a live reindeer barn and more. There is a Grinch-themed room where kids help stop the Grinch from stealing Christmas. Photos with Santa will be digitally created in a safe environment. See website for hours of operation. One adult is admitted free with each…
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The Crystal Bridge Conservatory will be open for extended hours on Fridays and Saturdays from Nov. 24-Dec. 22.
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Features a 3K fun run around downtown Norman. There will be a prize for the most creative ugly sweaters in two categories: best individual ugly sweater and best team or family ugly sweater. Preregister.
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Support local this holiday season by visiting the Holiday Pop-Ups, returning to Midtown starting Nov. 24. With shops rotating weekly, you are sure to find a gift for everyone on your list. Discover dozens of different local shops each weekend, enjoy treats from Katiebug’s Sips & Sweet and The Big Friendly or buy your Christmas tree from the Bishop John Carroll tree lot. The event also features live music, surprise…
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Buy unique hand-made gifts and help support Oklahoma Contemporary's mission! The Artisan Market (formerly known as the Ceramics Sale) has become known for celebrating local talent and providing a platform for artists to showcase their work to a diverse and appreciative audience. Proceeds from the sales are split between the artists and Oklahoma Contemporary.
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Features a free live concert in a unique setting, a hayloft on the second floor of the barn (except in hot weather). Enjoy jam sessions featuring country, bluegrass, folk and Americana singing and playing. Hot drinks and cookies will be provided. The Rendezvous is an open jam, with ALL acoustic musicians welcome to come and play, regardless of skill level. Kids are welcome, and music teachers and students are encouraged…
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Features festive photo ops, story times, holiday train rides, a Winter Wonderland workshop and more.
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Lynette Blevins, GSWESTOK Membership Support Specialist, will present information on how for more than 100 years Girl Scouts has been providing opportunities for girls to grow through friendships, mentoring and adventures. The event will also feature a Snowflake Challenge. Girls will be able to unleash their creativity and engineering skills as they design and construct intricate snowflakes using the principles of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math (STEAM). Reservations are…
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Celebrate the festival of lights and Hanukkah with the Chabad Community Center at Scissortail Park. The festival is a way for community members to enjoy a culture they might otherwise not have the opportunity to, in a carnival atmosphere that is fun for all ages. The program will include live music and dancing, carnival rides, hot kosher food and drinks, Dreidel Man giving out treats, a giant menorah lighting, public…
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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 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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Features a come-and-go event with hot cocoa, the chance to meet Santa and learn more about the organization.
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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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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 magical wonderland of visual entertainment and Oklahoma's largest drive-thru 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. Retunring 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 Trail,…
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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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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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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 - Tuesday, & Thursday 6-10 p.m. Friday and Saturday 6-11 p.m. Christmas Eve and Christmas Day 6-11 p.m.
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Features luminaries, a 40' Christmas tree, a giant menorah and other holiday decor throughout the park.
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Features large light displays, decorated trees, inflatables and more. This year's event also includes a holiday festival with food trucks, craft vendors, live music and more.
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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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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 beautiful, drive-through Christmas light display. On Dec. 16, the Chickasaw Cultural Center will also host the CCC Christmas Celebration from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. There will also be several activities taking place including ornament-making and the chance to meet Santa Claus.
Jane Austen’s Christmas Cracker FEATURED LISTING
December 10, 2023
Clue On Stage
December 10, 2023
Lyric’s A Christmas Carol FEATURED LISTING
December 10, 2023
OKC Ballet’s The Nutcracker at Civic Center Music Hall
December 10, 2023
FREE Midwest City Holiday Lights Spectacular
December 10, 2023 @ 6:00 pm
Harkins Holiday Classic Movies
December 12, 2023 @ 7:00 pm
Miyazaki Holiday Film Series at OKCMOA
December 14, 2023
ArtAfloatOKC Showboat Caroling Cruises
December 14, 2023 @ 6:30 pm
A Night of Christmas Music at Oklahoma History Center
December 15, 2023 @ 7:00 pm
