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Family Fun Guide
Family-friendly attractions in OKC
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.
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Whether it’s the action of an NBA basketball game or the excitement of a live concert or world-class event, more than one million guests create memories each year at Paycom Center. Paycom Center (100 W. Reno Ave., Oklahoma City, OK…
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Science Museum Oklahoma is the only hands-on science museum in Oklahoma and, with more than 390,000 square feet of space, one of the largest science museums in the nation. With a mission of enriching lives by revealing the wonder and…
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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
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Ride the water taxi and see all of Bricktown. A round trip takes about 40 minutes.
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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. The 175,000 square-foot museum, located in Oklahoma City’s new Horizons District, showcases state-of-the-art exhibitions…
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Step back in time at the Historic Harn Homestead Museum. Learn about the territorial life of Oklahoma. This beautiful outdoor museum is home to some of the most unique treasures of Oklahoma’s past. Plan your visit today and reminisce about…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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OKANA Resort & Indoor Waterpark in the heart of Oklahoma City is the region's largest indoor waterpark and a lively outdoor lagoon. OKANA offers something for everyone of all ages. From poolside bites and unique swim-up sips to more than…
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Home to one of the world’s largest public collections of Dale Chihuly glass, OKCMOA is dedicated to providing an activated museum space with interactive experiences and art-making activities for all ages. Drop-In Art occurs on the third Saturday of each…
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Features an outdoor memorial and museum to reflect on the tragic events of April 19, 1995, the day of the Oklahoma City bombing. 2019 & 2022 Family Favorite Winner & 2021 Family Favorite Finalist - Local Place to Take Out…
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For more than 35 years, the Oklahoma City Philharmonic has been inspiring audiences with beautiful and engaging live orchestral music. Under the artistic direction of Maestro Alexander Mickelthwate, the orchestra performs Classics, Orchestral Pops, and Discovery Family concerts, along with…
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A Metro Family Favorite, the Oklahoma City Zoo features hundreds of animal species and expansive botanical gardens, including the popular Sanctuary Asia exhibit and its newest exhibit, Expedition Africa. There's always something happening with fun family programs and events for…
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Minor league baseball fun for the entire family.
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The Oklahoma Hall of Fame provides free family and educational activities, supporting its mission of telling Oklahoma's story through its people. As the official museum of free family fun, families can participate in a wide variety of engaging and interactive…
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The exhibits at this attraction, many of them interactive, tell the story of the State of Oklahoma, from early American Indians to the current day. The story of Oklahoma uniquely unfolds at this one-of-a-kind museum. Coming this fall, Oklahomans and…
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RIVERSPORT OKC offers rowing, paddlesports and outdoor adventures for all ages. Come for the day, become a season member or join its community of sports enthusiasts year round. From high-flying adventures on the Sky Trail to whitewater rafting and surfing…
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Located at the University of Oklahoma, this museum, known by locals as “The Dinosaur Museum,” offers a fun, friendly learning environment about the natural world to children and families using hands-on, interactive experiences. Step back in time and learn about…