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The Only Thing Better than Family Fun is FREE Family Fun!

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

  • Sat, May 9, 2026

  • 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM | OKC Flower and Garden Festival

    The festival features a variety of vendors with flowers, herbs, succulents, jewelry, art, crafts and other garden-related items. 

    Where

    Myriad Gardens View map
    301 W Reno Ave,
    Oklahoma City, OK, US

  • 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM | Curiousiday at Sam Noble Museum

    Enjoy activities, crafts, museum specimens, collection chats and more 2025/2026 themes & schedule:  Nov. 8: Celebrate Oklahoma - Discover the ancient landscapes that shaped our state, from the rugged mountains to the expansive plains, and learn about the incredible biodiversity that thrives here. Dec. 13: Winter Wonderland - Uncover the fascinating scientific phenomena that define this chilly season, from the physics of snowflakes to the biology of winter wildlife. Jan.…

    Where

    Sam Noble Museum View map
    2401 Chautauqua Ave,
    Norman, 73072, OK, US

  • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM | Sensory Friendly Hour: Make with Mom! Decoupage Pots

    Enjoy a quiet morning of art-making with us! Sensory Friendly Hour offers visitors with sensory sensitivities the chance to explore our galleries and artmaking projects before we open to the public. Explore our exhibitions at your own pace and make a decoupage pot in one of our studios. A dedicated Quiet Space and sensory kit will also be available upon request. Participants of all ages are welcome! For more information: 405-951-0000, okcontemp.org/sensory

    Where

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

  • 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM | On the Edge: The Abstract World of Frederick Hammersley

    On the Edge: The Abstract World of Frederick Hammersley traces the artist’s pursuit of abstraction across spontaneous compositions, geometric designs, and works that sought to break from tradition. Frederick Hammersley (1919–2009) is recognized as a key figure in the mid-century Hard-edge movement—a style defined by precise geometric compositions and a strong focus on the relationship between color and form, marked by sharp edges and clearly defined shapes. This exhibition features…

    Where

    Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art View map
    555 Elm Avenue,
    Norman, 73019, OK, US

  • 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM | Curiousiday: Collections Celebration

    Step into a world of discovery and wonder at our Collections Celebration. This Curiousiday invites you to explore the some of the amazing “treasures” that are housed in our diverse museum collections. From ancient artifacts and dazzling fossils to vibrant artworks and fascinating cultural objects, there’s something to captivate every curious mind.

    Where

    Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History View map
    2401 Chautauqua Avenue,
    Norman, 73072, OK, US

  • 10:00 AM - 02:00 PM | FREE Second OHOF Saturdays

    Enjoy free family fun at the museum and learn about an Oklahoma Hall of Fame member through crafts and activities. All ages welcome.  

    Where

    Oklahoma Hall of Fame View map
    1400 Classen Dr,
    Oklahoma City, 73106, 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

  • 10:15 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 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 - | 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 - 03:00 PM | FREE Covered in Color Art Fest

    Features a sidewalk chalk competition, live entertainment, art & crafts, fine art displays and more.    

    Where

    W.P. Bill Atkinson Park -Town Center Plaza View map
    S.E 29th Street and Mid-America Blvd,
    Midwest City, 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 - 02:00 PM | 3rd Annual Eastside Bridge Boil

    The Eastside Bridge Boil is Urban Bridge's annual community fundraiser. The Bridge Boil features a Louisiana-style seafood boil, live entertainment, and family-friendly fun. Held in the heart of Northeast OKC, it's a celebration of community and a direct investment in the youth and families Urban Bridge serves.

    Where

    The Bridge Impact Center View map
    1915 N Martin Luther King Ave,
    Oklahoma City, 73111, OK, US

  • 11:00 AM - 02:00 PM | 3rd Annual Eastside Bridge Boil

    The Eastside Bridge Boil is Urban Bridge's annual community fundraiser. The Bridge Boil features a Louisiana-style seafood boil, live entertainment, and family-friendly fun. Held in the heart of Northeast OKC, it's a celebration of community and a direct investment in the youth and families Urban Bridge serves.

    Where

    The Bridge Impact Center View map
    1915 N Martin Luther King Ave,
    Oklahoma City, 73111, OK, US

  • 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 - 04:00 PM | FREE Second Saturday at Oklahoma Contemporary

    Features a family-focused day of art-making, performances and gallery adventures for visitors of all ages. Image: Photo by Cassandra Watson. Schedule:  Feb. 14 | 1-4 p.m. | Second Saturday XL: HeART for All March 14 | 1-4 p.m. | Second Saturday Oiled Paper Lanterns April 11 | 1-4 p.m. | Second Saturday XL: Rodeo Day

    Where

    Oklahoma Contemporary Arts Center View map
    11 NW 11th St,
    Oklahoma City, 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 - 04:00 PM | Second Saturday: Make with Mom! Decoupage Pots

    Enjoy an afternoon of art-making with us! Decorate a pot with decoupage, join a Family Gallery Chat, and explore an Art Pack full of engaging activities for all ages. All Second Saturday activities are free and open to the public. For more information: 405-951-0000, okcontemp.org/SecondSaturday

    Where

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

  • 07:05 PM - | OKC Comets vs Salt Lake

    The Comets takes the field against the Bees. Tuesday, 6:05 p.m.; Wednesday, 11:05 a.m. Thursday, 6:35 p.m.; Friday, 7:05 p.m.; Saturday, 6:05 p.m. and Sunday, 2:05 p.m. Promotional activities include: $2 Tuesday Postgame Fireworks on Friday Star Wars Night on Saturday Kids run the bases on Sunday

    Where

    Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark View map
    1 Mickey Mantle Dr,
    Oklahoma City, OK, US

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