Free, Fun Family Activities

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Our website is packed with things to do to have fun with the whole family without spending a dime. Below, you’ll find a list of inspiring ideas of the best free events happening this month, reader-favorite free activities and more free things to do with kids in OKC! Want even more ideas? Check out our searchable calendar filled with community events for families or keep scrolling to see events happening today throughout the Oklahoma City metro that are free to attend.

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All Free Events

Fri, Jan 15, 2021
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FREE MLK Day Take Home Kit from the Ralph Ellison Library

Learn more about Dr. King. Kits are first come, first serve. Library hours: Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.; Friday, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Where
Ralph Ellison Library View map

2000 NE 23rd St,
Oklahoma City, 73111, OK
International Finals Rodeo

Features three days of professional rodeo action as cowboys and cowgirls compete for the title of World Champion in 8 different events. Performance times are Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday at 1:30 p.m.

Where
Lazy E Arena View map

9600 Lazy E Dr,
Guthrie, OK, US
MLK/FBI

Features screenings of the documentary about Martin Luther King Jr. “Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. is remembered today as an American hero: a bridge-builder, a shrewd political tactician, and a moral leader. Yet throughout his history-altering political career, he was often treated by U.S. intelligence and law enforcement agencies like an enemy of the state. In this virtuosic documentary, veteran editor and director Sam Pollard (Two Trains Runnin’) lays out…

Where
OKCMOA Noble Theater View map

415 Couch Dr,
Oklahoma City, OK, US
8:00 AM - 1:00 PM | Virtual Aquarium Run

The Aquarium Run promotes physical fitness and a healthy lifestyle while raising funds for Oklahoma Aquarium's educational programs and exhibits. The virtual event features a half-marathon, 10k, 5k and 1-mile fun run/walk. Finish your run by April 3 and receive a medal, t-shirt, and more.

Where
Oklahoma Aquarium View map

300 Aquarium Drive,
Jenks, OK, US
09:00 AM - 11:00 AM | Little Blocs at Blocworks Indoor Climbing Gym

Features a discounted kids-only climbing session. A waiver and adult supervision is required.

Where
Blocworks Indoor Climbing Gym View map

104 S Broadway,
Edmond, 73034, OK, US
09:00 AM - 05:30 PM | FREE Bethany StoryWalk at the Bethany Library

Enjoy nature and Bethany's walking trails as you read a story. The story changes every month so drop by to catch a different story. “The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library.

Where
Bethany Library (outside) View map

6700 NW 35th St,
Bethany, 73008, OK, US
10:00 AM - | Oklahoma Bead & Jewelry Show

Features fine jewelry, fashion jewelry, beads, beading supplies, findings, pearls, silver, designer cabochons, minerals, and tools. Friday & Saturday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Where
State Fair Park Expo Hall #3 View map

3213 Wichita Walk,
Oklahoma City, 73147, OK, US
11:00 AM - | Forsensic Osteology Virtual Class with the Museum of Osteology

Introduces students to forensic science and osteology. Students will learn what information specialists can learn from human osteological remains and careers related to forensic science. Students will learn how to read trauma signatures and how to differentiate between old injuries and those injuries that occurred at the time of death. Parental discretion is advised. Please note that the information covered in the class does include information on real homicides and…

Where
Zoom View map

Oklahoma City, OK, US
08:00 PM - 10:00 PM | POSTPONED – Stomp

The international percussion sensation has garnered armfuls of awards and rave reviews. The eight-member troupe uses everything but conventional percussion instruments – matchboxes, wooden poles, brooms, garbage cans, Zippo lighters, hubcaps – to fill the stage with magnificent rhythms.

Where
Civic Center Music Hall View map

201 N. Walker Ave.,
OKC, 73102, OK