Our annual Family Favorites Awards campaign relies on nominations and votes from our readers to determine the best family-friendly local businesses in the Oklahoma City metro. From kids programs and health services to restaurants and places for fun, find the top-rated places and services in these pages determined by more than 35,000 votes.
Congratulations to all!
Editor’s Note: For each category, the winner is listed at the top and finalists are listed in alphabetical order.
Kids Programs
Art Studio/Art Lessons
ArtWorks Academy of Performing Arts
Alisa Nelson Studio
Fine Arts Institute of Edmond
Mabee-Gerrer Museum of Art
Oklahoma Contemporary
Dance Studio
ArtWorks Academy of Performing Arts
Kismet Arts Studio & Theatre
Reclaiming Arts
Studio J Performing Arts Center
Velocity Dance Center
At Velocity Dance Center, experienced instructors teach fun, family-friendly dance classes for various types of dance for ages 2 and a half to 18. They also offer Zumba for adults. No matter your child’s age or the kind of dance, every student receives the same level of attention and the chance to shine. They work hard to ensure that students get the most out of their dance experience. Try a class for free!
Gymnastics/Cheer Training Facility
Metro Gymnastics
Bounce Academy Gymnastics
Oklahoma Gold Gymnastics
Rising Star Gymnastics
Twist & Shout
Martial Arts
Raptor Jiu Jitsu
Christian Karate Academy
OKC Combat Sports
Oklahoma City Police Athletic League
Tiger Jung’s Taekwondo
Raptor Jiu Jitsu is a family-friendly gym that offers mixed martial arts, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Muay Thai kickboxing for all ages with a focus on teaching discipline, respect, focus and integrity.
Music Instruction
ArtWorks Academy of Performing Arts
Kismet Arts Studio & Theatre
Meg Wynne Music
Silver Lining Arts Academy
Studio J Performing Arts Center
Sports Instruction
YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City
Edmond Racquet Club
NOKC Soccer Club
SCORE OKC
SoccerCity Oklahoma City
Sports League
YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City
i9 Sports
Shawnee Family YMCA
SoccerCity Oklahoma City
Upward Sports
STEM Class/Camp
Science Museum Oklahoma
Girl Scouts Western Oklahoma
Gordon Cooper Technology Center
iCode Edmond
Rose State Kids College & Teen Scene
Swimming Lessons
Goldfish Swim School – Edmond
OKC Parks & Recreation
Oklahoma Swim Academy
Pelican Bay Aquatic Center
YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City
Goldfish Swim School – Edmond can help your child learn how to swim, float and tread water successfully. Lessons are offered up to an advanced level and they have a recreational swim team. Smaller class sizes also allow Goldfish to optimize progress, boost confidence, and increase safety.
OKC Parks offers private and group swim lessons for all ages and skill levels, plus recreational swim teams. Learn more at okc.gov/departments/parks-recreation/aquatics/lifeguarding-lessons-teams.Tutoring/Learning Assistance Center
Edmond Learning Academy
Core of Knowledge Literacy and Learning Center
Encouraging Words
Mathnasium
Payne Education Center
Camps
Day Camp, Arts
ArtWorks Academy of Performing Arts
Kismet Arts Studio & Theatre
Mabee-Gerrer Museum of Art
Oklahoma Contemporary
Rose State Kids College
Day Camp, Multi-Activity
ArtWorks Academy of Performing Arts
Camp Trivera – Girl Scouts Western Oklahoma
FAMcamps at First Americans Museum
Rose State Kids College
YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City
Day Camp, Sports
ArtWorks Academy of Performing Arts
Goldfish Swim School – Edmond
Metro Gymnastics
Soccer City Oklahoma City
Studio J Performing Arts Center
Goldfish Swim School – Edmond can help your child learn how to swim, float and tread water successfully. Lessons are offered up to an advanced level and they have a recreational swim team. Smaller class sizes also allow Goldfish to optimize progress, boost confidence, and increase safety.
Sleep-Away Camp
YMCA Camp Classen
Camp DaKaNi
Camp E-ko-wah, Girl Scouts Western Oklahoma
St. Crispin’s Conference Center + Camp
Specialty Camp
Camp Courage, Calm Waters
Camp CANOE, Camp Fire
Make Promises Happen, Twin Cedars
OKC Summer Camp, Hearts for Hearing
OWL Camp, New View Oklahoma
Child Care
Child Care Center
The Goddard School of Edmond
Child Development Center – YMCA of Greater
Oklahoma City
Early Childhood Program at Quail Springs UMC
First Christian Church Child Care Center
Primrose Schools
Mother’s/Children’s Day Out
Edmond Church of Christ Sonshine School
Choctaw Road Baptist Church Parent’s Day Out
Early Childhood Program at Quail Springs UMC
Edmond First United Methodist Preschool & MDO
New Covenant Church Children’s Day Out, Edmond
Community Support
Church for Families & Children
Life.Church
Crossings Community Church
New Covenant Church
Quail Springs United Methodist Church
St. Luke’s Methodist Church
District
Midtown
Downtown Edmond
Paseo Arts District
Plaza District
West Village
Family Volunteering Opportunities
Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma
Central Oklahoma Habitat for Humanity
HALO Project
Legacy Parenting Center
Sisu Youth Services
Nonprofit Organizations that Serve Families/Children
HALO Project
Kids Joining Eternity
Oklahoma Hall of Fame
Sisu Youth Services
YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City
The Oklahoma Hall of Fame was created to honor extraordinary Oklahomans and provide educational programming for students of all ages. Since being founded in 1927, the organization has grown to support education in a variety of ways, including awarding scholarships, providing free statewide field trips and classroom programs, hosting Homeschool Days, offering free family fun days with interactive art activities, and donating books to schools and libraries across Oklahoma.
Education
Charter School
Harding Fine Arts Academy
ASTEC Charter Schools
Dove Schools
John Rex Elementary School
Santa Fe South Schools
Harding Fine Arts Academy is a student-centered, arts-integrated, all-inclusive learning institution in Oklahoma for college, prep and high school that fosters an atmosphere that prepares students for life. Integrating the Oklahoma A+ Essentials framework, Harding emphasizes strategies that foster innovation, collaboration and critical thinking. Their faculty is committed to providing high-quality educational opportunities for every student.
Private Schools, Preschool
Early Childhood Program at Quail Springs UMC
First Presbyterian Church Early Childhood Program
First Presbyterian School
Keystone Adventure School and Farm
Westminster School
Private Schools, Elementary
Trinity School at Edgemere
Dove Schools
Keystone Adventure School and Farm
King’s Gate Christian School
Westminster School
Trinity School at Edgemere educates students with learning differences, each according to their specific needs, and they do it in a supportive and encouraging environment. Its K-12th program is unique in its approach to individualized instruction that helps students reach their full academic and social potential.
Private Schools, Secondary
Trinity School at Edgemere
Bishop McGuinness Catholic High School
Crossings Christian School
Mercy School Institute
Southwest Covenant School
Public School System, Elementary
Edmond Public Schools
Deer Creek Public Schools
Moore Public Schools
Norman Public Schools
Oklahoma City Public Schools
Public School System, Secondary
Edmond Public Schools
Deer Creek Public Schools
Moore Public Schools
Norman Public Schools
Oklahoma City Public Schools
Specialty School, Elementary
Trinity School at Edgemere
Back to Earth School
Keystone Adventure School and Farm
Special Care, Inc.
Wonder Nature School
Specialty School, Secondary
Classen School of Advanced Studies at Northeast
Oklahoma School of Science and Mathematics
Trinity School at Edgemere
Employment
Family-Friendly Place to Work
Oklahoma Hall of Fame
Cherrywood Real Estate
City of Shawnee
Goldfish Swim School – Edmond
YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City
The Oklahoma Hall of Fame was created to honor extraordinary Oklahomans and provide educational programming for students of all ages. Since being founded in 1927, the organization has grown to support education in a variety of ways, including awarding scholarships, providing free statewide field trips and classroom programs, hosting Homeschool Days, offering free family fun days with interactive art activities, and donating books to schools and libraries across Oklahoma.
Place for Teens to Work
Chick-fil-A
Braum’s
Goldfish Swim School – Edmond
Science Museum Oklahoma
YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City
Health & Fitness
Boutique Fitness Businesses
Body Language Gym and Personal Training Studio
180Physique
Blocworks
Stretch U
Trinity Exercise Studio
Chiropractor
Radiant Life Chiropractic
Elledge Chiropractic & Acupuncture
Hackney Chiropractic
Native Chiropractic
Odum Chiropractic Clinic
Dentist for Children/Family
Reflections Dental Care
Dental Depot
Dewbre Pediatric Dentistry
Edmond Pediatric & Teen Dentistry
Olive Dental Family and Laser Dentistry
Eye Care Provider
Innovative Eyecare, Vision Source
Dean McGee Eye Institute
Elite Eye Care
Dr. Kimberly Hefner, Hefner Eye Care & Optical Center
Shields Family Eyecare
Family Fitness Center
YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City
180Physique
Gold’s Gym
Life Timev
Hospital
Mercy Hospital
Bethany Children’s Health Center
INTEGRIS Health Baptist Medical Center
Norman Regional Hospital
OU Health University of Oklahoma Medical Center
Medical Spas/Esthetician
Radiance Medical Aesthetics of Oklahoma
HaleStorm Aesthetics and Wellness
Longevity Aesthetics & Laser Spa
Opal Aesthetics
Renew Wellness & Aesthetics
Radiance is operated under the direct supervision of board-certified physician assistant Kasey L. Swayden. From advanced injectables to industry-leading laser treatments and aesthetic services, Radiance Medical Aesthetics is proud to bring BEAUTY BY THE BEST® to the Oklahoma City area.
Mental Health Services/Counseling
HALO Project
Calm Waters
Integrated Therapy Solutions of Oklahoma, LLC
Pathways Professional Counseling
Thrive Christian Counseling
Midwife
Charlee Lacy, A Labor of Love Midwifery
Caitlin Balding, Mulberry Stained Birth Services
Taryn Goodwin, Spirited Birth
Brianna Lovelace, Wild Beginnings Birth
Gwendolyn Posey
OB/GYN
Dr. Michelle Brunnabend, Aspen Women’s Center
Dr. Darren Walter Goff, Mercy
Dr. Amanda Karen Levine, Mercy
Dr. Wesley Vaughan, Obstetrics and Gynecology
Dr. Misty Lynn Wayman, Center for Women’s Health
Orthodontist
Orthodontic Associates
Casady Square Orthodontics
Craig & Streight Orthodontics
Heim Orthodontics
Dr. Dan Kratzer, Orthodontic Specialists of Oklahoma
Pediatrician/Family Doctor, east OKC Metro
FusionMD
Dr. Noor Jihan Abdul-Haqq, Peace of Mind Pediatrics
Dr. Seana Dean, INTEGRIS Health
Pediatrician/Family Doctor, north OKC Metro
Northwest Pediatrics
Dr. Erin Corbin, Mercy Clinic Primary Care – North Portland
Edmond Pediatrics
The Pediatric Group
Dr. Jesse E. Samuel, Mercy Clinic Primary Care – Edmond Memorial
Pediatrician/Family Doctor, south OKC Metro
Just Kids Pediatrics
Dr. Todd Clapp, INTEGRIS Health Medical Group Southwest
INTEGRIS Health Medical Group South
Norman Pediatric Associates
Dr. Natalia Tutak, SSM Health Medical Group
Pediatrician/Family Doctor, west OKC Metro
Dr. DaKoda Bost, Mercy Clinic Primary Care – Piedmont
Dr. Martha Arambula, Arambula Pediatrics
Bethany Children’s Health Center Pediatric Clinic
Dr. Tanya Livingston, INTEGRIS Health Medical Group Yukon
Place to Have a Baby
Love Family Women’s Center, Mercy
INTEGRIS Health Baptist Medical Center
Lakeside Women’s Hospital, INTEGRIS Health
Oklahoma Children’s Hospital, OU Health
The Oklahoma City Birth Center
Urgent Care Clinic
Care+ Pediatrics Urgent Care
INTEGRIS Health Urgent Care
Just Kids Pediatrics
Mercy-GoHealth Urgent Care
Stellar Pediatric Urgent Care
Care+ Pediatrics Urgent Care offers high-quality, efficient and effective medical care to kids in the greater OKC area. As one of the few independent pediatric urgent care clinics in Oklahoma City, their board-certified pediatric providers pride themselves on caring for children in a warm and kid-friendly environment.
Local Shopping
Baby Boutique
Cinnamon Bears
Max Mamas
Swaddle
Thrive Mama Collective
Wren & Levy
Book Store
Full Circle Books
Best of Books
Commonplace Books
Nappy Roots Books
Second Story Books & Cafе́
Car Dealership
Bob Moore Auto Group
Edmond Hyundai
Fowler Automotive
Johnsons of Kingfisher
John Vance Auto Group
Consignment/Resale Shop or Event
Once Upon A Child
Cinderella’s Closet Consignment Boutique
Just Between Friends
Rhea Lana’s Children’s Consignment
Second Chances Thrift
Farmers Market
Edmond Farmers Market
Farmers Market at Scissortail Park
Lakeview Market
Norman Farm Market
OKC Farmers Public Market
Conveniently located in downtown Edmond, the Farmer’s Market is a popular shopping destination for the community. The Edmond Farmer’s Market is proud to be a 100% Oklahoma grown, made and manufactured market offering locally sourced food and goods.
Gift Boutique
Plenty Mercantile
Black Scintilla
Blue Seven
Okie Dokie Mercantile & Co.
Scissortail Gifts
Grocery Store to Find Healthy Food
Sprouts Farmers Market
Conscious Community Co-op
The Market at EastPoint
Natural Grocers
Urban Agrarian
Toy Store
learning tree toys
Excavations Museum Store at Sam Noble Museum
The Guilded Grayland
Kidoodles
O’Myhoma
Locally Owned Restaurants
Breakfast/Brunch
Neighborhood JAM
Cafe Antigua
Hatch Early Mood Food
Kitchen No. 324
Sunnyside Diner
Coffee Shop
Not Your Average Joe
Aspen Coffee Company
Café Evoke
Junction Coffee
Stitch Cafе́
Cultural Experience Restaurant
Hidalgo’s Mexican Restaurant & Cantina
Cafe Antigua
FireLake Frybread Taco
Mt. Everest Cuisines
Nunu’s Mediterranean Cafe
Date Night Restaurant
The Jones Assembly
Birdie’s by Chef Kevin Lee
Black Walnut
Farmers Grain Kitchen + Cellar
Red PrimeSteak
Family-Friendly Restaurant, Casual Dining
Charleston’s Restaurant
Cafe 7
Green Chile Kitchen
Swadley’s Bar-B-Q
Tucker’s Onion Burgers
Food Trucks
Big Truck Tacos
Big Biang Theory
Lucky Lucky Dumpling Co.
The Saucee Sicilian
Wicked Hangry
Patio Dining
The Hall’s Pizza Kitchen
Barrios Fine Mexican Dishes
The Jones Assembly
Kindred Spirits
Theopolis Social Club
Place to Eat Sweet Treats
Pie Junkie
Boom Town Creamery
Freezing Cow
Ganache Patisserie
Sweet Friends Bakery
Restaurant for Pizza Night
Empire Slice House
Eastside Pizza House
Hall’s Pizza Kitchen
Hideaway Pizza
Mr Gatti’s Pizza
Parties
Balloon Business
Party Mami
Balloons By Emma
Bloons
Megan Mallonee, Balloon Babes
Pop N Style Balloons
Party Entertainment
Character Connection Co.
Never Grow Up OKC
Okie Artistry Entertainment
Paint Pals
Wild Smiles Face Painting
Party Planner
Party Mami
Chelsey Flint Events
Lo & Co. Weddings and Events
Marisa Made
Tailored Events Shawnee
Party Venue
The Reverie Event Venue
Goldfish Swim School – Edmond
Metro Gymnastics
Mr Gatti’s Pizza
Paint Pals
From pool birthday parties to summer kickoffs, nothing says “party” like a warm pool that’s exclusively decorated for a boy or girl’s special day. Goldfish Swim School can put together the party of your child’s dreams and take care of all of the details, setup and cleanup for you.
Place to Buy Party Food & Supplies
Salami Mami
Cups N Cakes
LC Charcuterie
The Market at Eastpoint
Sugar Bumpkin Bakery
Yard-Sign Company
Hallmark Your Yard – Edmond/Deer Creek
405 Yard Card & Balloons
Sign Gypsies
Simply Sign It OK
Yard Signs By Jen
Places
Animal Experience
Oklahoma City Zoo
Chester’s Party Barn & Farm
Lost Creek Safari
Nomad’s Animal Encounter
Orr Family Farm
Family Restroom
OnCue
Oklahoma City Zoo
Oklahoma Contemporary
Science Museum Oklahoma
Shawnee Welcome Center
Free/Low-Cost Attraction for Family Fun
Scissortail Park
KidSpace Park, Shawnee
Myriad Botanical Gardens
Oklahoma Contemporary
Oklahoma Hall of Fame
Scissortail Park in OKC is a vibrant urban oasis that brings Oklahoma’s natural beauty to life in a safe, welcoming and playful environment. With its engaging play spaces including a spacious splash pad, sports courts and scenic walking trails, Scissortail Park in OKC is a popular gathering place for families.The Oklahoma Hall of Fame was created to honor extraordinary Oklahomans and provide educational programming for students of all ages. Since being founded in 1927, the organization has grown to support education in a variety of ways, including awarding scholarships, providing free statewide field trips and classroom programs, hosting Homeschool Days, offering free family fun days with interactive art activities, and donating books to schools and libraries across Oklahoma.
Indoor Fun/Amusement Venue
Science Museum Oklahoma
Goldfish Swim School – Edmond
Mr Gatti’s Pizza
Paint Pals
The Sanctuary Escape
Goldfish Swim School’s Family Swim, which are open to the public, are a great way to spend time together and help your child feel more comfortable with you in the water. Explore their fun, safe, tropical facilities to get a glimpse of the experiences they create for students and their families.
Local Place to Take Out-of-Town Visitors
The Sanctuary Escape
First Americans Museum
Myriad Botanical Gardens
National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum
Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum
Museum for Children & Families
Science Museum Oklahoma
First Americans Museum
Jasmine Moran Children’s Museum
Oklahoma Contemporary
Oklahoma Hall of Fame
Outdoor Fun/Amusement Venue
Oklahoma City Zoo
Arcadia Lake
Frontier City
Riversport OKC
Six Flags Hurricane Harbor
Park
Scissortail Park
E.C. Hafer Park
KidSpace Park, Shawnee
Mitch Park
Ruby Grant Park
Place for a Family Picnic
Scissortail Park
Arcadia Lake
KidSpace Park, Shawnee
Myriad Botanical Gardens
Will Rogers Gardens, OKC Parks
One of OKC Parks’ premier destinations, Will Rogers Gardens provides a serene setting for picnicking and exploring.
Place for Fun with Toddlers
Science Museum Oklahoma
KidSpace Park, Shawnee
Metro Gymnastics
Mon Ami Play Studio
Paint Pals
Place for Tween/Teen Fun
The Sanctuary Escape
Altitude 1291
Factory Obscura
Paint Pals
RIVERSPORT OKC
Place to Explore Nature in Oklahoma
Martin Park Nature Center, OKC Parks
Arcadia Lake
Chickasaw National Recreation Area
The Ravine Adventure Park
Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge
Martin Park Nature Center, a popular hub for nature exploration and education for visitors of all ages, is a frequent winner of this category. Guided hikes, education programs and an interactive learning center provide visitors a place to learn about nature and wildlife in a serene, suburban environment. Learn more at okc.gov/departments/parks-recreation/martin-park-nature-center.Place to Swim
YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City
Goldfish Swim School – Edmond
The Station Aquatic Center
Westwood Family Aquatic Center
Will Rogers Aquatic Center, OKC Parks
Splashpad
Scissortail Park
Barnett Field Splash Pad
Little River Park Splash Pad
Myriad Botanical Gardens
Reed Park, OKC Parks
Service Providers
Animal Rescue Organization
Oklahoma Humane Society Adoption Center
Bella SPCA
Pets & People Humane Society
Saving Pets At Risk – Oklahoma Pet Rescue & Adoption
Second Chance Animal Rescue
Animal Service Business
K9 University
405 Vet Animal Hospital
Harvest Hills Veterinary Hospital
Rose Rock Veterinary Hospital & Pet Resort
Treasured Hounds
Car Repair
Christian Brothers Automotive
Brookhaven Tire & Auto
Hard Luck Automotive Services
J & T Automotive Service Inc.
Meineke Car Care Center
Elective Non-Medical Ultrasound
Hello Baby Ultrasounds
Evolution Imaging
InFocus Ultrasound
Matherly Ultrasound Imaging
The Viewing Womb & Boutique
Family/Child Photographer
BBHill.co
Charis Elisabeth Photography
Foto Arts Photography
Robyn Waggoner Photography
Shawna McDuffie Photography
Family Law Attorney/Firm
Linque Hilton Gillett Law Office
Ball Morse Lowe, PLLC
Evans & Davis, PLLC
Allison Hart, PC
Hopkins Law and Associates, PC
Financial Planner
Aaron Waters, Wymer Brownlee Wealth Strategies
DM Wealth Management, Inc.
Insurance and Financial Design, LLC
Foster Care/Adoption Agency
Sunbeam Family Services
Angels Foster Family Network
Circle of Care, Inc.
Lilyfield
Oklahoma Human Services
Heat and Air Service Company
Airco Service
Hill and Company
Hunter Super Techs
Norman Air
Stover Heat & Air
Home Builder
Homes by Taber
Gary Randolph Design+Build
Huffman Custom Homes
Home Creations
Merit Homes Construction
House Cleaning & Organization
Clean as a Mother
Collected Home
Home Maid Better
King’s Green Cleaning
Saving Grace Home Cleaning, LLC
Insurance Agent/Agency
Erica Clay, Safeguard Insurance
CPC Insurance
Dennis Chaumont, State Farm
Insurance and Financial Design
Rhonda Littleton, Shelter Insurance
Outdoor Living
Blue Haven Pools
Oklahoma C&C Fence Supply
Perfect My Home
Pool Envy
Rose Hill Builders
Place for Pampering Parents
Bella Strada Salon and Spa
Hairplay Spa
Longevity OKC
MosaicLashLady
Three Graces Day Spa
Realtor
Angel Morris, Lime Realty
The Duncan Gals Real Estate
Lindsey Eidson, Collection 7 Realty
Lauren Sargeant, Keller Williams Realty Elite
David L. Sterling, The Sterling Group
Angel Morris is a realtor who puts all of her heart into serving her clients. Working for home buyers and sellers isn’t just a job for her, it’s about building lifelong friendships. She will do everything possible to get you to the closing table! Follow Angel Morris on Tik Tok where she shares valuable insight into the OKC metro real estate market, available homes and more. Or call 405-471-3999.
Special Needs Therapy Service
Sensational Kids, Inc.
Encouraging Words
Integrated Brain Health
Payne Education Center
Wonderfully Made Therapy
Veterinarian
405 Vet Animal Hospital
Cherokee Hills Veterinary Hospital
Edmond East Animal Hospital
Memorial Road Pet Hospital
Yukon Pet Care Clinic
