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.
(The following lists were last updated on Oct. 15, 2026.)
Thanksgiving Break Camps
Nov. 20, 23-25 & 27
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. $64 per day. 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Nov. 23-24
Thanksgiving Break Camps at Science Museum Oklahoma
2020 Remington Pl, OKC
Kids in grades PreK through 6th can explore different STEM principles including geology and biology. See website for pricing. 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 6 to 11 can take part in activities, crafts, games and gallery tours exploring natural history. Members can receive a discount; nonmembers, $70 per day. 9 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 ages 5-12. $70 per day. 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m.
Nov. 23-25
Schools Out Day Camps at OKC Zoo
2000 Remington Pl, OKC
Kids ages 5 to 10 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 Explorers Camp at Macklanburg Recreation Center
2234 NW 117th St, OKC
Kids ages 6 to 12 can unplug and reconnect with nature, creativity, and culture. Activities include games, unstructured time to explore outdoors, crafts. and a field trip. $100. 8 a.m.-5 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. $90-$180. Morning session: 9 a.m.-noon; afternoon session, 1-4 p.m. All-day and half-day options available. 405-748-3888, [email protected]
Thanksgiving Break Animal, Pickleball & Basketball Camps at The Station Recreation Center
700 S Broadway Ave, Moore
Kids can explore animals, pickleball and/or basketball. For ages 6-12 (Pickleball, ages 8-12). Prices and length of camps vary. See website for details.
Activities & Events over Thanksgiving Break
Nov. 7-Jan. 31
Edmond Ice Rink at Mitch Park
1501 W Covell Rd, Edmond
Features ice skating, holiday music and food concessions. $15 with skate rental, $10 without; kids (under 5), $10. Thanksgiving break, Noon-10 p.m.
Nov. 8-Jan. 5
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. 13-Jan. 31
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. See website for details.
Nov. 22-Jan. 4
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. 24
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. 26
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 & YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City. $15 & up. 8-10 a.m.
OKC Turkey Tracks 5KÂ 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.
Nov. 28
OKCPHIL presents Home Alone 2 in Concert at Civic Center
201 N Walker Ave, OKC
Experience Home Alone 2: Lost in New York – Live in Concert as Award-winning composer John Williams’ score is performed live to film by the Oklahoma City Philharmonic.
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 websites for a complete schedule of events.
Nov. 20-Dec. 31
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. See website for pricing and 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. 5:30-8 p.m.
Nov. 20-Jan. 1
Luminance at Mitch Park
1501 W Covell Rd, Edmond
Features a family-friendly stroll through an enchanted holiday light display.
Dec. 5 & 12
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. 4-7 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? Add it to our searchable calendar!
