Oklahoma City is brimming with things to do for families of all shapes and sizes. From state-of-the-art museums and playgrounds to other family-friendly venues, filter through these popular destinations and activities for every interest and age.
Offers water-oriented recreation opportunities in an urban setting. Facilities include picnicking, camping, swimming, water skiing, boating, disc golf, hiking, biking and equestrian trails. A fishing pier and a heated, covered dock offer year-round fishing. 2022, 2023 & 2024 MetroFamily Family…
Chester's Party Barn & Farm has been in the memory-making business for 23 years. They host a wide variety of events such as birthday parties, baby showers, church gatherings, corporate picnics and more, and offer activities such as pony rides,…
Oklahoma Awesome Adventures is an adventure camp location in Hugo, OK offering a variety of unique activities, including summer camps, elephant expeditions, cabin and facility rentals, and more! They specialize in day excursions, over-night retreats, team-building, and custom events for…
Offers fun for all ages with over 8 acres of hands-on exhibits, live shows, art galleries and gardens. Ride a Segway, travel the universe in the planetarium, explore where art meets science in the smART Space galleries and enjoy the…
SoccerCity OKC is the largest indoor facility in Oklahoma. With a total of 71,000+ square feet of property, it is easy to see why this building is one of the premier indoor facilities in the country. They have three boarded…
Bustling entertainment district near downtown and the Oklahoma River with shops, restaurants, the Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark, carriage rides and a scenic water taxi. 2019 & 2021 Family Favorite Winner - Local Place to Take Out of Town Visitors
Ride the water taxi and see all of Bricktown. A round trip takes about 40 minutes.
Celebration Station is a fun place for the whole family with their wide range of activities. Challenge a family member to some friendly competition on the 18-hole miniature golf course, race to the finish line in go-karts, or hit the…
Color Me Mine is a walk-in studio that specializes in making custom creations come to life. Painters of every age are welcome to create with them – including Kid’s Night Out and summer workshops with painting, crafts, games and more.
Part of the Edmond Parks system, this park features three playgrounds, a volleyball court, exercise station, walking trail, kids’ fishing pond, stage and athletic complex. 2019 & 2022 Family Favorites Finalist - Place for a Family Picnic
Edmond offers 26 beautiful parks, seven of which offer pavilions available for rent and one dog park. Their park system offers 300 miles of trails where individuals and families can walk, run or bike. Other park offerings include playgrounds, disc…
First opened in 2021, this museum helps visitors experience the collective histories, cultural diversity and contributions of the 39 distinctive First American Nations in Oklahoma today. A MetroFamily Family Favorites finalist (Place to Take Out-of-Town Visitors).
Goldfish Swim School provides a state-of-the-art tropical aquatic swimming facility that is dedicated to indoor swim classes and programs for children. Their premier learn-to-swim programs cater to children as young as four months and extend all the way up to…
HeyDay provides a diverse range of entertainment options, including bowling, laser tag, billiards, arcade games, and more, to keep guests of all ages engaged and entertained. HeyDay also offers Spring Break and Summer Break camps for kids ages 5-14. At…
Offers bowling, laser tag, handcrafted food and more than 110 games. Created in partnership with Big Thought and STEM.org, Main Event's Play Academy is an accredited STEAM curriculum that combines real lessons with real fun. It’s all fun and games,…
Part of OKC Parks, Martin Park Nature Center offers a nature-themed playground, hiking trails, educational programs and an interactive learning center. A 2019 & 2022 MetroFamily Family Favorites finalist (Park).
Oklahoma City’s cozy Midtown community is located just north of the central business district in downtown OKC. It features shopping, restaurants, bars, housing, lodging and many professional services. Midtown is known for its historic preservation, local and independent merchants, as…
Part of Edmond Parks, this 280-acre park features several playgrounds, including accessible facilities, more than 5 miles of multi-use trails, a skate park, baseball and softball fields, basketball courts, pavilions, amphitheater, picnic tables, grills and more. A 2019 & 2022 MetroFamily Family Favorites finalist (Park).
Offers 15 acres of urban park space to explore nature including a children’s garden and playground. Crystal Bridge Conservatory is closed for renovations; re-opening scheduled for late 2022 2019 & 2022 A MetroFamilyFamily Favorites winner (Toddler Fun; finalist for Free/Low…
The National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum in Oklahoma City is America’s premier institution of Western history, art and culture. Founded in 1955, the Museum collects, preserves and exhibits an internationally renowned collection of Western art and artifacts and provides…