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Andy B’s Bowl Social is a one-stop entertainment destination in Oklahoma City for the whole family! Enjoy bowling for all ages, birthday parties, a snack bar & twilight specials in an easygoing environment.
Tue, Oct 27, 2026
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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
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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 -
Features Stampede fun run, a parade, a best-dressed cowboy & cowgirl contest, art show, car show, live music, gunfighters, games and more at Wild Horse Park. Most events are free to attend, participation prices vary based on activity. See website for a schedule of events.
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The Oklahoma State Firefighters Museum is planning two Spooktacular Saturday events this October! On October 24, we will have paranormal investigators at the Museum. Tickets are limited to just 30 and cost $40/each. On Halloween, October 31, we will have a trick or treat event fun for all ages! Adults in costume get in free, and kids of all ages are free on Halloween. Come help support the museum, scare…
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Youth climbing classes for ages 7-17. Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:30-6. No experience necessary!
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From Sept. 18 to Nov. 8, join us for Choose Your Own Adventure: The Art of the Art by Denis Duong and Gabriel Friedman at Metro Library – Ronald J. Norick Downtown. This exhibition features sketches and models from these local artists. Visit Metro Library - Ronald J. Norick Downtown for a glimpse into the creation process for their large-scale public art. You'll see the planning, experimentation and artistry that…
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Learn theatre terminology, theatre etiquette, how to prep for an audition, projection and articulation skills, tools for conveying emotion, theatre history, stage tech skills, and more. Play theatre games, create props, costumes, and sets together, and enjoy guest speakers. Finish the session by performing a non-musical play in the end-of-session recital.
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Our Journeys Opening Saturday, September 12 The Oklahoma History Center Museum, in partnership with the Vietnamese American Heritage Community of Oklahoma, is proud to announce Our Journeys, presented by Vietnamese Boat People. This multimedia traveling exhibition will be on display September 12, 2026, through January 4, 2027. Created by New Jersey-based nonprofit Vietnamese Boat People, the exhibition centers the voices of Vietnamese Americans through oral histories, photographs, and interactive elements that…
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Features a story and corresponding hands-on science activity in various locations throughout the museum. Storytime Science moves to a new location for each story — check with a team member or at the Guest Relations Booth for directions. 10:30 a.m. on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
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After-school climbing classes for ages 7-17. Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:30-6. No experience necessary!
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Singing in a choir is a great way to learn about music, meet new friends, and improve your voice. Joining in with other singers takes the pressure off one individual voice---so you don’t have to be a soloist in the spotlight. No experience is needed. Missy Attebery, an award-winning conductor, has directed music for both children and adults. Participants will practice two songs: a patriotic piece, God Bless America, and…
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Singing in a choir is a great way to learn about music, meet new friends, and improve your voice. Joining in with other singers takes the pressure off one individual voice---so you don’t have to be a soloist in the spotlight. No experience is needed. Missy Attebery, an award-winning conductor, has directed music for both children and adults. Participants will practice two songs: a patriotic piece, God Bless America, and…
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Fairytales come to life on a fun, not-scary trail filled with roaming characters and lots of treats. Additional activities include carnival games, hayride, campfire, concessions and story time. All tickets must be purchased online in advance. *Inclement weather closings will be posted to social media daily.
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Special presentations of classic films are brought back to the big screen every Tuesday at 7 p.m. for only $6. Click here for a full lineup of movies. Tuesday, 7 p.m.; Wednesday, 1 p.m.
Mistletoe Market 2026
November 5, 2026 @ 5:30 pm
FREE Santa’s Wonderland at Bass Pro Shop & Cabela’s
November 7, 2026
THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride
November 20, 2026
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