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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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  • Sat, May 2, 2026

  • FREE Downtown Edmond Arts Festival

    Features artists from across the country, food vendors, live art demonstrations, music, children's activities and more. Friday & Saturday 10 a.m.- 8 p.m.; Sunday 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.

    Where

    Downtown Edmond View map
    Broadway between 2nd & Campbell St.,
    Edmond, 73003, OK, US

  • Safe Kids Day at The Zoo

    Join Safe Kids Oklahoma for a fun, family-friendly day at the OKC Zoo. Take part in a safety scavenger safari and enjoy interactive, safety-themed activities designed for all ages. You’ll pick up practical tips for staying safe at home, during play, and on the go. Plus—we’ll be giving away 12 bikes during the event! Standard zoo admission is required to participate

    Where

    Oklahoma City Zoo View map
    2000 Remington Pl,
    Oklahoma City, 73111, OK, US

  • FREE Fishing Days in OKC

    The City of Oklahoma City offers FREE fishing on the first Saturday of each month. No city permit is required, however a State license is for anyone 16 and older. Regular fishing regulations apply. Visit okc.gov for additional information.

    Where

    Oklahoma City parks View map

    Oklahoma City, OK

  • FREE Comic Book Day

    Participating retailers across the country offer a free comic book to all customers to introduce new readers to the comic book medium.

    Where

    Participating retailers View map

    OK, US

  • 08:00 AM - 11:00 AM | Bubble Run 5K

    Participants run three miles through Foam Bogs. Registration includes finisher medal, t-shirt, race bib and entry to the post-run celebration.

    Where

    Lost Lake Entertainment Complex View map
    3501 NE 10th St,
    Oklahoma City, 73117, OK, US

  • 08:00 AM - 10:00 AM | Bird Walk for Beginners

    Calling all aspiring bird enthusiasts! Join us on May 2nd at 8:00 a.m. for our Bird Walk for Beginners led by seasoned birders from the Oklahoma City Audubon Society. Discover local avian species and learn to identify bird calls while enjoying a walk around our beautiful farm! Bring your own binoculars or use ours on a first-come, first-served basis. Dress comfortably and get ready to immerse yourself in nature! Register…

    Where

    Mollie Spencer Farm View map
    1001 Garth Brooks Blvd,
    Yukon, 73099, OK, US

  • 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM | Free Comic Book Day Event!

    Free Comic Book Day is celebrated the first Saturday of May. Visit the Southern Oaks Library for fun and free comic books! *while supplies last. Video Games Event is from 2-4pm. Donated from Super Comics Bros located on 2531 NW 23rd St Suite 100, Oklahoma City, OK 73107 and Comic Book Store Atomik Pop! 7884 S Western Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73139

    Where

    Southern Oaks Library View map
    6900 S Walker Ave,
    OKC, 73139, OK

  • 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Safe Kids Day At The Zoo

    Join us for a fun, family-friendly day at the OKC Zoo hosted by Safe Kids Oklahoma! Take part in a safety scavenger safari and enjoy interactive, safety-themed activities designed for all ages. You’ll pick up practical tips for staying safe at home, during play, and on the go. Plus—we’ll be giving away 12 bikes during the event! Standard zoo admission is required for participation.

    Where

    Oklahoma City Zoo View map
    2000 Remington Pl,
    Oklahoma City, 73111, OK, US

  • 10:00 AM - 06:00 PM | El Reno Burger Day Festival

    Features the cooking of an 850lb fried onion burger, vendors, live music, games, rides, food trucks, classic car/motorcycle show and more.

    Where

    Downtown El Reno View map
    119 S Rock Island Ave,
    El Reno, OK, US

  • 10:00 AM - 03:00 PM | The Kids Market at the EL Reno Burger Festival

    Held during the El Reno Burger Festival, this busy Kids Market places young entrepreneurs in a prime, high-traffic location filled with energy and opportunity. The constant flow of customers helps kids build confidence as they practice communication, handle money, and proudly share their products.

    Where

    Banc First View map
    220 S Bickford Ave.,
    El Reno, 73036, OK, US

  • 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM | Prague Kolache Festival

    Every first Saturday in May, the citizens of Prague, Oklahoma celebrate the rich Czech culture that played a vital role in the city’s founding. The Kolache Festival offers dancing, music, food, crafts, a parade, carnival rides, royalty and more. See website for festival schedule.

    Where

    Downtown Prague View map
    1107 N Broadway AVe,
    Prague, 74864, OK, US

  • 10:00 AM - | FREE Storytime with Littles at Commonplace Books

    Features a half-hour, all-ages story time and donuts.

    Where

    Commonplace Books View map
    1325 N Walker Ave,
    Oklahoma City, OK

  • 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM | Festival of the Child

    Features a family-friendly festival with over 60 areas of fun including kayaking, pony rides, painting, inflatables, crafts and more. Ticket locations include: Yukon Community Center, Dale Robertson Center, Jackie Cooper Gym, Children's New World, and Childhood Learning Academy.

    Where

    Yukon City Park View map
    2200 S. Holly Ave.,
    Yukon, 73099, OK, US

  • 10:15 AM - 11:00 AM | FREE Story time at Full Circle Bookstore

    Features a weekly morning story time with an occasional crafting activity. Snacks are provided.

    Where

    Full Circle Bookstore View map
    1900 NW Expressway,
    Oklahoma City, 73118, OK

  • 10:30 AM - 6:00 PM | Oklahoma Renaissance Festival

    Step back into 1569 England to experience the royal quest for knighthood, a full-contact Jousting Tournament, Birds of Prey exhibitions and traveling Acrobats. Open weekends plus Memorial Day.

    Where

    The Castle of Muskogee View map
    3400 West Fern Mountain Rd,
    Muskogee, 74401, OK, US

  • 11:00 AM - | FREE Saturday Storytime at Best of Books

    Features a story read-aloud, crafts and fun activities.

    Where

    Best of Books View map
    1313 E Danforth Rd,
    Edmond, 73003, OK, US

  • 11:00 AM - 06:00 PM | Jakian Parks: The Black Land

    Explore Jakian Parks: The Black Land. Through the lens of photographer Jakian Parks, Oklahoma’s Black rodeo culture becomes both symbol and setting for survival, resurgence and celebration. Much like the rodeo itself, The Black Land connects the past and present, situating the American West as a living archive and center stage for Black cattlemen and cowboys alike. The Black Land honors the dignity, beauty and power of Black equestrian life…

    Where

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

  • 11:00 AM - | FREE Children’s Storytime at Barnes & Noble

    Help your kids develop a love for books and literature while making new friends.

    Where

    Barnes & Noble View map
    13800 N May Ave,
    Oklahoma City, 73134, OK

  • 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. 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 | Breathe & Bloom: A Wellness Fair for Mothers

    Join us for an uplifting afternoon dedicated to mothers and families at Breathe & Bloom, a community-centered wellness fair designed to support, restore, and connect. Hosted in collaboration with Family Expectations, Aetna Better Health of Oklahoma, Sunbeam Family Services, and Parent Promise, this free event brings together local resources, engaging activities, and meaningful support in one welcoming space. Enjoy mindfulness and wellness sessions, explore family-focused resources, and participate in interactive…

    Where

    Public Strategies View map
    3 E. Main Street,
    Oklahoma City, 73104, OK, US

  • 02:00 PM - 07:00 PM | Carletti’s The Kentucky Derby Event

    We’re not just watching the Derby—we’re running one. Join us for a 200-guest, festival-style experience at The Kentucky Club featuring The Kentucky Club Derby—a live stick-horse race up the hill benefiting Tenaciously Teal for cancer fighters. Enjoy roaming food stations with Derby classics, hot dogs, popcorn, and gelato, alongside a live fiddler, Mint Julep features, and a full broadcast of the Kentucky Derby. Dress to impress— Women’s Derby Hat and…

    Where

    Carletti's and The Kentucky Club View map
    1226 NE 63RD ST,
    Oklahoma City, 73111, OK, US

  • 02:00 PM - 07:00 PM | Carletti’s The Kentucky Club Derby

    We’re not just watching the Derby—we’re running one. Join us for a 200-guest, festival-style experience at The Kentucky Club featuring The Kentucky Club Derby—a live stick-horse race up the hill benefiting Tenaciously Teal for cancer fighters. Enjoy roaming food stations with Derby classics, hot dogs, popcorn, and gelato, alongside a live fiddler, Mint Julep features, and a full broadcast of the Kentucky Derby. Dress to impress— Women’s Derby Hat and…

    Where

    Carletti's and The Kentucky Club View map
    1226 NE 63RD,
    OKLAHOMA CITY, 73111, OK, US

  • 04:00 PM - 05:30 PM | KPOP GUARDIANS LIVE

    ATTENTION K-POP FANS! Get ready for an epic live experience where music, lights, and high-energy performances come together -- KPOP GUARDIANS LIVE SHOW is coming with two incredible shows, bringing the excitement, emotion, and adrenaline that fans around the world love! Each performance is part of an epic story, with special effects and action-packed sequences, making you feel like you're inside a live K-Pop Show. Professional dancers, authentic choreography, real costumes, and special effects!…

    Where

    Heart of Oklahoma Exposition Center View map
    1700 W Independence St,
    Shawnee, 74804, OK, US

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