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Sun, Sep 6, 2026
Formless Matter and Its Devastating Gestures

Explore a monumental outdoor installation by Oklahoma City–based artists Denise Duong and Gabriel Friedman that transforms Campbell Art Park into a site of story, symbolism, and discovery. Conceived as a constellation of six sculptural forms, including a head, a hand, and four birdlike spheres, the work invites viewers to enter a world where order and chaos intertwine. For more information: 405-951-0000, okcontemp.org/formlessmatter

Where
Oklahoma Contemporary View map

11 NW 11th Street,
Oklahoma City, 73103, OK, US
Lives of the Dead Exhibit

Guests will explore the animated world of Dia de Muertos through a unique collection of 2 and 3-dimensional artwork. From the work of early pre-Hispanic cultures to the 21st century, Lives of the Dead offers 1000 years of artistic visions of the dead. The exhibition emphasizes current and vintage Latin American folk art. From Papier-mâché (cartoneria) skulls and skeletons created by the famous Linares family to the ceramic tableaux and…

Where
Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History View map

2401 Chautauqua Ave.,
Norman, 73072, OK, US
10:00 AM - 05:00 PM | On the Edge: The Abstract World of Frederick Hammersley

On the Edge: The Abstract World of Frederick Hammersley traces the artist’s pursuit of abstraction across spontaneous compositions, geometric designs, and works that sought to break from tradition. Frederick Hammersley (1919–2009) is recognized as a key figure in the mid-century Hard-edge movement—a style defined by precise geometric compositions and a strong focus on the relationship between color and form, marked by sharp edges and clearly defined shapes. This exhibition features…

Where
Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art View map

555 Elm Avenue,
Norman, 73019, OK, US
11:00 AM - 03:00 PM | Sundays on the Boardwalk

Weekends shouldn't end—they should finish strong. Sundays at The Boardwalk are where live music fills the air, local flavors take center stage, and Oklahoma City comes together to savor one more great day before the week begins. From family-friendly experiences, live music, locals-only food & bay discounts, and local pop-ups to exclusive event craft cocktails, wellness activations and free fitness classes, every Sunday brings something new to discover. No hotel…

Where
The Boardwalk at OKANA View map

639 First Americans Blvd,
Oklahoma City, 73129, OK, US
11:00 AM - 06:00 PM | Chad Mount: Frequency and Perspective

Explore light, rhythm, and pattern in Chad Mount: Frequency and Perspective. In this installation, Mount employs projection mapping, laser light, generative visuals, and sound to create spaces that respond to presence and perception. Viewers step into an immersive environment at the intersection of art and technology.

Where
Oklahoma Contemporary View map

11 NW 11th Street,
Oklahoma City, 73103, OK, US
07:10 PM - 08:10 PM | Expressions Irish Dance

Learn basic Irish dance steps in a fun and laid-back environment. Perform in a recital at the end of the session.

Where
Bedford Theatre View map

1212 Bedford Drive,
Oklahoma City, 73116, OK, US
08:30 PM - 10:00 PM | Scissortail Park Concerts: OKC Philharmonic

Grab a picnic blanket or lawn chair and enjoy symphonic favorites with the OKC Philharmonic.

Where
Scissortail Park View map

300 SW 7th St,
Oklahoma City, 73109, OK

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