Thanksgiving is the perfect opportunity to enjoy family time and show gratitude by giving back. Camps and events throughout Oklahoma City are helping families do all that and more. Below, find a list of things to do over Thanksgiving break. Also, be sure to check out these Oklahoma City charities seeking volunteers and Oklahoma City craft shows for local holiday shopping.
Our friends with Oklahoma City Public Schools Native American Student Services have compiled and provided resources so that both Native and non-Native families can learn more about historical events from a Native perspective heritage including the Thanksgiving Story.
(The following lists were last updated on Oct. 9, 2024)
Thanksgiving Break Camps
Nov. 22, 25-27 & 29
Thanksgiving Break Kids Camp at Artsy Rose Academy
7739 W Hefner Rd, OKC
Kids ages 5 to 13 can engage in art-making activities including drawing, loom band bracelets, Perler beads, painting and more. Each day features new activities. $59 per day. 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Nov. 25-26
Thanksgiving Break Camps at Science Museum Oklahoma
2020 Remington Pl, OKC
Kids in grades PreK through 6th can explore different STEM principles including hibernation, math and more. $50-$110. 9 a.m.-noon or 9 a.m.-3:45 p.m.
Explorers Day Camp: Thanksgiving Break at Sam Noble Museum
2401 Chautauqua Ave, Norman
Kids ages 5 to 11 can take part in activities, crafts, games and gallery tours exploring natural history. Members, $40 per day; nonmembers, $70 per day. 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.
Thanksgiving Holiday Art Camp at Edmond Fine Arts
27 E Edwards St, Edmond
Kids rotate between four classes to create multiple fall and Thanksgiving themed art projects. For kids grades in K-5th. $68 per day. 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m.
Nov. 25-27
Thanksgiving Break Explorers Camp at Sellers Recreation Center
301 S Villa Ave, OKC
Kids ages 6 to 12 can participate in new and exciting games, make new friends and go on field trips around OKC. $75. 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Schools Out Day Camps at OKC Zoo
2000 Remington Pl, OKC
Kids ages 5 to 12 can learn about wild animals with themed camps exploring wild pairs, animal families and predators. Members, $54 per child; nonmembers, $60 per child. 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.
Thanksgiving Break Camp at SoccerCity OKC
4520 Old Farm Rd, OKC
Kids take part in fun, age-divided, skill-building activities for all skill levels including beginners and recreational players. For ages 4-15. $85-$150. Morning session: 9 a.m.-noon; afternoon session, 1-4 p.m. All-day and half-day options available. 405-748-3888, lilkickers@soccercityokcity.com
Kidz Rock Thanksgiving Break Camps at OKC Recreation Centers
Various locations
Kids ages 6 to 17 can take part in a wide variety of fun-filled activities. Lunch and snacks provided. $10. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Thanksgiving Break Magic Camp at The Station Recreation Center
700 S Broadway Ave, Moore
Kids 6 to 12 years old can explore the world of magic and learn how to become a magician. $110. 1-4 p.m.
Activities & Events over Thanksgiving Break
Nov. 8-Jan. 20
Edmond Ice Rink at Mitch Park
1501 W Covell Rd, Edmond
Features ice skating, holiday music and food concessions. $14 with skate rental, $10 without; kids (under 5), $10. Thanksgiving break, 12-10 p.m.
Nov. 9-Jan. 6
Crest on Ice in Norman
2550 Mt Williams Dr, Norman
Features outdoor ice skating on 4,100 square feet of real ice. $13; $10 without skate rental & for kids 5 & under. Thanksgiving break, 12-10 p.m.
Nov. 15-Feb. 2
Devon Ice Rink at Myriad Gardens
301 W Reno Ave, OKC
Features 5,500 square feet of real ice, plus seasonal food and beverage offerings. $14 with skate rental, $9 without. Thanksgiving break, 11 a.m.-11 p.m.; Thanksgiving Day, 3-11 p.m.
Nov. 19-24
OKC Broadway presents Beetlejuice The Musical at Civic Center Music Hall
201 N Walker Ave, OKC
Based on Tim Burton’s dearly beloved film, this hilarious musical tells the story of Lydia Deetz, a strange and unusual teenager whose whole life changes when she meets a recently deceased couple and a demon with a thing for stripes. Parental discretion is advised. $35 & up. Tuesday-Thursday, 7:30 p.m.; Friday, 8 p.m.; Saturday, 2 & 8 p.m.; Sunday, 1:30 & 7 p.m.
Nov. 23-Jan. 5
Yukon Ice Rink at Chisholm Trail Park
500 W Vandament, Yukon
Features outdoor ice skating on 4,100 square feet of real ice. $13; $10 without skate rental & for kids 5 & under. Thanksgiving break, 12-10 p.m.
Nov. 25-26
The Great Tree Drop-Ins at Myriad Gardens
301 W Reno Ave. OKC
Learn about tree types and barks with crafts and activities. $2 suggested donation. 10 a.m.-noon.
Nov. 26
Tuesday Night Classics at Harkins Theatre
150 E Reno Ave, OKC
Features a screening of Planes, Trains and Automobiles. $5. Tuesday, 7 p.m.; Wednesday, 1 p.m.
Nov. 28
Edmond Turkey Trot in Downtown Edmond
19 N. Boulevard, Edmond
Features a 5K run and 1-mile Family Wobble. Strollers and friendly dogs on a leash are welcome and the best Turkey Trot costume will win a prize. Preregister. Proceeds benefit Turning Point Ministries. $15 & up. 8-10 a.m.
OKC Turkey Tracks 5K in Downtown OKC
5th and Harvey, OKC
Features a 5K, 1-mile fun run and a post-race, pre-feast party. Benefits Toys for Tots. $25 & up. 8:30 a.m.
Turkey Day 5K at Norman High School
911 W Main St, Norman
Features a 5K or 1-mile fun run of your choice on Thanksgiving Day. Benefits Big Brothers Big Sisters of Oklahoma – Norman. Prices vary. 8:30 a.m.
Piedmont Turkey Trot
Highland and Magnolia Ave, Piedmont
Nov. 30
OKC Phil presents Star Wars, Episode VI: Return of the Jedi at Civic Center Music Hall
201 N Walker Ave, OKC
The OKC Philharmonic will perform the exciting John Williams score live with the movie. $24 & up. 2 & 8 p.m.
FREE Lights on Broadway Holiday Event in Automobile Alley
Broadway Ave between 4th and 10th St, OKC
Features local shopping, window displays, pop-up activities, special promotions and giveaways, plus family-friendly programming including live music and performers. 3-7 p.m.
Holiday Events Leading Up to Thanksgiving Day
Nov. 2-Dec. 24
FREE Santa’s Wonderland at Bass Pro Shops & Cabela’s
200 Bass Pro Dr & 1200 W Memorial Rd, OKC
Features the chance to meet Santa and other activities for kids. Advanced reservations are required. See website for a complete schedule of events.
Nov. 11-Dec. 27
The Polar Express Train Ride at Oklahoma Railway Museum
3400 NE Grand Blvd, OKC
Features the magic of the classic story on an hour train ride. During the trip, characters on each car lead passengers in a reading of the book, cookies delivered by dancing chefs and the chance to meet Santa. Adults, $50-$79; kids (2-11), $44-$74. See website for a schedule of departure times.
Nov. 12
FREE OKC Tree Lighting Festival at the Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark
2 Mickey Mantle Dr, OKC
Features a showcase of talented and diverse performances celebrating the season, free family-friendly activities, the chance for kids to meet Santa Claus and the traditional countdown to the lighting of the Christmas tree with Mayor David Holt. 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Nov. 22
Merry Marketplace at Mitch Park
1501 W Covell Rd, Edmond
Features a holiday pop-up shop experience with a variety of local vendors, live music and more. Free to attend. 4-8 p.m.
Nov. 22-Dec. 8
Little Women: An Immersive Holiday Experience at Harn Homestead
1721 N Lincoln Blvd, OKC
The quintessential coming-of-age story for generations, Little Women, follows the four March sisters as they grow up amid the backdrop of the Civil War. Utilizing the physical locations on the homestead, travel throughout the property with Marmee as she and a cast of beloved characters share their joy, struggle, love and loss. Best suited for ages 10 & up. Adults, $25; kids, $15. See website for show times.
Nov. 22-Dec. 14
Oklahoma Children’s Theatre presents Junie B. in Jingle Bells Batman Smells at Kirkpatrick Fine Arts Center
2501 N Blackwelder Ave, OKC
In this family-friendly production, Junie B. Jones is super-excited about the upcoming Holiday Sing-Along and Secret Santa gift exchange at her school but tattletale May keeps ruining all of Junie B’s fun. Best suited for ages 5 & up. $12. See website for show times.
Nov. 23
Chill Your Cheeks Run at Chisholm Trail Park
500 W Vandament, Yukon
Features a mascot jog, 1-mile Jingle Walk and 5k run that winds through the streets of Yukon and ends amid nearly 5 million twinkling Christmas lights on display in the park. $25 & up. 4:30-6 p.m.
Nov. 22-Dec. 22
A Territorial Christmas Carol at Pollard Theatre
120 W Harrison Ave, Guthrie
Features an Oklahoma take on the Dickens’ classic tale. Best suited for ages 7 & up. Adults, $35; kids (12 & under), $10. See website for show times.
Nov. 23-Dec. 24
A Christmas Carol at Lyric’s Plaza Theatre
1727 NW 16th St, OKC
Features Ebenezer Scrooge, a host of ghosts and Charles Dickens’ characters bring to life Lyric’s spectacular, new production. $25 & up. See website for show times.
Nov. 25
Cirque Dreams Holidaze at Civic Center Music Hall
201 N Walker Ave, OKC
Features cirque artists and popular holiday music. $33 & up. 7 p.m.
Pop-Up Shops in Midtown
10th & Hudson, OKC
Feature an outdoor market with rotating, local vendors offering gifts for everyone on your shopping list. The event also features the Bishop John Carroll Christmas tree lot, live music, surprise visits from Santa and Curbside Chronicle wrapping paper sales. Friday & Saturday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Nov. 30-Dec. 14
A Territorial Christmas Celebration in Downtown Guthrie
112 E Oklahoma, Guthrie
Features a lighted Christmas parade, home tours and Victorian Walk nights. 5-9 p.m.
Looking for even more fun check out our list of family-friendly winter festivals or more events in our winter guides. See an event missing from our list? Email us at tips@metrofamilymagazine.com!
