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Whether you’re planning for today, tomorrow, this weekend, or the month ahead, MetroFamily Magazine’s calendar is your go-to source for kid-friendly fun across the Oklahoma City metro. We do the searching for you—gathering the best things to do in the OKC metro area including family events, festivals, date night ideas and affordable fun happening across OKC, Edmond, Norman, Moore, Yukon and beyond—so you can focus on making memories.

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  • Sun, Feb 15, 2026

  • Monster Jam

    Features racing and freestyle action from the biggest Monster Jam superstars. Each show has a Pit Party before the event where fans can meet drivers, get autographs and photos and see trucks up close. Saturday, 1 & 7 p.m.; Sunday, 1 p.m.

    Where

    Paycom Center View map
    100 W Reno Ave,
    Oklahoma City, OK, US

  • Beehive at Lyric’s Plaza Theatre

    This electrifying show follows six women coming of age in a decade defined by music, rebellion, and empowerment. Featuring iconic hits like: “It’s My Party,” “Be My Baby,” “Where the Boys Are,” “Proud Mary,” “Me and Bobby McGee” and legendary hits by Petula Clark, Diana Ross and The Supremes, Janis Joplin and many more. See website for show times.

    Where

    Lyric’s Plaza Theatre View map
    1725 NW 16th St,
    Oklahoma City, OK, US

  • TICA Cat Show

     Watch cats and kittens compete for best in show, vote for your favorite cat in the Spectator's Choice Award competition and learn about the history cat breeds. Meet Maine Coon Cats, Bengals, Siberians, Persians, Siamese, Devon Rex, Ragdolls, Abyssinians, Japanese Bobtails and up to 60 other breeds.

    Where

    Canadian County Expo Center View map
    3001 Jensen Road East,
    El Reno, 73036, OK, US

  • 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM | Valentines Succulent Wreath Workshop at Will Rogers Gardens

    Create a succulent wreath masterpiece to take home. Materials supplied. Preregister. Families are welcome. Price is per wreath.

    Where

    Will Rogers Gardens View map
    3400 NW 36th St,
    Oklahoma City, OK, US

  • 09:00 AM - 09:00 PM | Small Wonders: Insects in Focus

    Discover the mesmerizing world of insects at the Ronald J. Norick Downtown Library with "Small Wonders: Insects in Focus." The stunning display will be showcased in the library's first floor atrium from Jan. 28 through March 16. The exhibition brings the hidden beauty of insects into striking clarity through the work of Tulsa artist Bob Sober. The traveling exhibition features large-scale macro photographs that present insects as works of art,…

    Where

    Ronald J. Norick Downtown Library View map
    300 Park Avenue,
    Oklahoma City, 73102, OK, US

  • 10:00 AM - 02:00 PM | FREE Second OHOF Saturdays

    Enjoy free family fun at the museum and learn about an Oklahoma Hall of Fame member through crafts and activities. All ages welcome.  

    Where

    Oklahoma Hall of Fame View map
    1400 Classen Dr,
    Oklahoma City, 73106, OK, US

  • 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM | FREE We Love Bugs! Family Story Adventure at Edmond Library

    Features stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and more.

    Where

    Edmond Library View map
    10 S Boulevard,
    Edmond, 73034, OK, US

  • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Valentine Bouquet Watercolor Workshop at Myriad Botanical Gardens

    Learn how to paint a botanically-inspired watercolor piece using handmade pigments locally foraged and sustainably sourced. Preregister.

    Where

    Myriad Gardens - Terrace Room View map
    301 W Reno Ave,
    Oklahoma City, OK, US

  • 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM | Forever After Fairytale Ball

    Celebrate the magic of love and create unforgettable memories with at the Forever After Fairytale Ball. Attendees are encouraged to dress in their finest royal attire and enjoy an enchanting evening filled with music and dancing. Meet beloved princesses and a special rare appearance from their princes and capture the magic with photo opportunities.

    Where

    Civic Center Hall of Mirrors View map
    201 N Walker Ave,
    Oklahoma City, 73102, OK

  • 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM | Curiousiday at Sam Noble Museum

    Enjoy activities, crafts, museum specimens, collection chats and more 2025/2026 themes & schedule:  Nov. 8: Celebrate Oklahoma - Discover the ancient landscapes that shaped our state, from the rugged mountains to the expansive plains, and learn about the incredible biodiversity that thrives here. Dec. 13: Winter Wonderland - Uncover the fascinating scientific phenomena that define this chilly season, from the physics of snowflakes to the biology of winter wildlife. Jan.…

    Where

    Sam Noble Museum View map
    2401 Chautauqua Ave,
    Norman, 73072, OK, US

  • 10:00 AM - 02:00 PM | Art for Your Sweetheart

    Howell Gallery Pairs Fine Art with Fine Dining This Valentine's Season This February, from the 2nd to the 14th, Howell Gallery presents "Art for Your Sweetheart," a two-week celebration of love and the perfect Valentine's pairing of food and art! For every purchase of $500 or more at Howell Gallery during the promotional period, guests will receive a $100 gift card to The Metro Wine Bar and Bistro, the acclaimed…

    Where

    Howell Gallery View map
    6432 North Western Avenue,
    Oklahoma City, 73116, OK, US

  • 11:00 AM - | Stories & Specimens at Sam Noble

    In this engaging program, children are invited to gather for a lively story time, where fascinating tales spark curiosity and set the stage for exploration. Each session dives into a themed topic, connecting stories to science and cultural history with museum objects that let kids see, touch and discover.

    Where

    Sam Noble Museum View map
    2401 Chautauqua Ave,
    Norman, 73072, OK, US

  • 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM | FREE Guided Gallery Tours at Oklahoma Contemporary

    Features a free guided tour of the museum's exhibitions at 1 p.m. on Saturdays. Gallery Guides lead inclusive, conversational tours that encourage curiosity. Preregister. Please arrive five minutes before your tour starts in the lobby of the main building.

    Where

    Oklahoma Contemporary Arts Center View map
    11 NW 11th St,
    Oklahoma City, 73103, OK, US

  • 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM | RISE 2026 Workshop

    RISE 2026: Design Your Most Intentional Year Yet A powerful two-hour workshop to turn your vision into focused, meaningful action. Are you ready to step into the life you’ve been envisioning? RISE 2026 is an immersive workshop created to help you transform your aspirations into a clear, achievable plan for the year ahead. Through guided instruction, you’ll learn how to set SMART goals that keep you focused and accountable, and…

  • 01:00 PM - 04:00 PM | Second Saturday XL: HeART for All

    Enjoy an afternoon of art-making with us! Explore Valentine's themed art-making, enjoy a poetry reading by Hallie Waugh, get moving with the Art Moves Groovement Community, join a Family Gallery Chat, and explore an Art Pack full of engaging activities for all ages. All Second Saturday activities are free and open to the public. For more information: 405-951-0000, okcontemp.org/SecondSaturday

    Where

    Oklahoma Contemporary View map
    11 NW 11th Street,
    Oklahoma City, 73103, OK, US

  • 06:00 PM - 10:00 PM | Sweetheart Ball

    Features dinner, dancing, prizes, silent auction and more. Preregister. Benefits Eye To Eye Marriage Enrichment Community, a 501c3 nonprofit organization with a vision to strengthen and equip marriages leaving a legacy for the next generation.

    Where

    Petroleum Club View map
    100 N Broadway Ave,
    Oklahoma City, 73102, OK, US

  • 07:30 PM - | OKC Phil presents The Fire of Love: Romeo and Juliet at Civic Center

    Features Nurit Bar-Josef and the OKC Philharmonic perform music by Ravel, Price, Wagner and Tchaikovsky.

    Where

    Civic Center Music Hall View map
    201 N Walker Ave,
    Oklahoma City, OK, US

  • 08:00 PM - 10:00 PM | V-Day Bash & Art Show at Factory Obscura

    Features a community art show, music, performances and fortune telling. The Mix-Tape experience will also be open for exploring during the event. Tickets to Mix-Tape required. Following the opening during the V-Day Bash, the “In Love with Love” show will be open to all ages with free admission from February 15-16.  

    Where

    Factory Obscura View map
    25 NW 9th St,
    Oklahoma City, OK, US

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