Discover the best things to do in OKC with MetroFamily’s calendar!
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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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.
Sun, Aug 23, 2026
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Affectionately referred to as ‘The Greatest Show in Sports” by ESPN, the Bananas have reimagined the baseball experience and the game itself. In addition to the cast of characters, dancers, performers, mascots and musicians, the Bananas bring their twist on baseball to Chickasaw Bricktown Stadium. Banana Ball is a fast-paced, action-packed style of baseball with rules that include no bunting, a two-hour time limit, fans catching foul balls for outs,…
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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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Race Day Schedule 5:30-6:45am Packet Pickup 6:55am Kids Dash (Meet at the Start Line and we will walk participants out to the starting area) 7:00am National Anthem and Race Start! Results and Awards are live and available at the Registration tent immediately following your finish! Every Registration Includes Great Swag - designer shirt Custom medal Chip-timing with live results and awards Free photos FREE Kona Ice at the finish line!…
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Designed for children ages 2-4 and their adults, each session includes themed gallery exploration, story time and a hands-on art-making activity. Grown-ups participate alongside their child, fostering creativity and connection. Preregister.
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Features a half-hour, all-ages story time and donuts.
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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…
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Features a weekly morning story time with an occasional crafting activity. Snacks are provided.
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Features a story read-aloud, crafts and fun activities.
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Every Saturday at 11 a.m. we’re hosting Stories & Specimens for children and families! 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 in our interactive Discovery Room. Best of…
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Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History View map
2401 Chautauqua Avenue,
Norman, 73072, OK, US -
Every Wednesday at 11 a.m. we bring stories to life with Crafts and Tales at the Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History! 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,…
Where
Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History View map
2401 Chautauqua Avenue,
Norman, 73072, OK, US -
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.
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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. Please arrive five minutes before your tour starts in the lobby of the main building.
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Oklahoma Ballet Theatre invites dancers from across Oklahoma to audition for its 2026 production of Oklahoma’s Traditional Nutcracker. Auditions will be held on Saturday, August 22 and Saturday, August 29. Dancers may choose either audition date. Audition schedule: Ages 4 through 8 1:30 to 2:55 PM Ages 9 through 13 2:00 to 3:55 PM Ages 14 and older 3:00 to 3:55 PM Dancers ages 4 and older from all studios…
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Red Clay Roots Festival is more than a music event — it’s a living celebration of culture, storytelling, art, and legacy. Join us August 21–22 for an unforgettable experience that brings together musicians, creators, visionaries, and community supporters from all walks of life in honor of the historic Telephone Warriors of WWI and the enduring spirit of Native heritage. Set against the heart of Oklahoma, Red Clay Roots blends powerful…
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OCCC Visual and Performing Arts Center Theater View map
7777 S May Ave,
Oklahoma City, 73159, OK, US -
Get ready for a fun-filled night under the stars! Join us for Food and Films, our movie in the park featuring Super Mario Galaxy on our big LED screen. Be sure to grab a bite from local food trucks serving up delicious eats. Bring your blankets, lawn chairs, and your friends and family for a night of fun in the park. Whether you're here for the food or the film,…
Kenneth Tindall’s Alice in Wonderland
April 30, 2027