Spring Break in Oklahoma City means the metro is abloom with family fun. If you’re sticking close to home this Spring Break, this list features family-friendly activities to keep your little ones occupied. From hikes and movies to story times and crafts and everything in between, we’ve got you covered. In addition to this list, you can find even more family fun at one of these FREE events or on our searchable calendar. Also, check out our guide to current museum exhibits.
Don’t forget! If you need childcare through the break, please visit our list of Spring Break Camps.
(Editor’s Note: This is a working list last updated on Feb. 3, 2025. Please check back often for updates.)
Ongoing
Creatividad silvestre | Wild Creativity at Sam Noble Museum
2401 Chautauqua Ave, Norman
Explore biomimicry and engineering concepts through hands-on, interactive design and engineering challenges inspired by the natural world. The exhibition will be on display until May 4. Free with admission – Adults, $12; kids (4-17) $7; kids (3 & under), free.Tuesday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. & Sunday, 1-5 p.m.
Spring Break in Bricktown
211 N Robinson Ave, OKC
Spend the day in Bricktown visiting family attractions such as American Banjo Museum, Brickopolis Entertainment, Harkins Theatre, Bricktown Water Taxi, the brand new Truck Yard OKC and more. Prices vary.
March 7
FREE Plazacon LIVE! On the Plaza in the Plaza District
1700 block of NW 16th St, OKC
March’s block party theme is a celebration of cosplay, art and gaming with local artists, live entertainment, shopping and more. 6-10 p.m.
March 10-21
Oklahoma Youth Expo at State Fair Park
3001 General Pershing Blvd, OKC
Students from across Oklahoma participate in a youth livestock competition. Spectators welcome. See website for a complete schedule of events.
March 13-16
Garden Bros Nuclear Circus at Remington Park
1 Remington Place, OKC
Watch a fast-paced, 90-minute show with special effects, arena seating, concert-style lighting and five rings with over 60 performers. $17.50 and up. See website for show times.
March 14
FREE National Learn About Butterflies Day at the Chickasaw Cultural Center
867 Cooper Memorial Dr, Sulphur
Spend the day exploring the cultural center grounds, learning about butterflies (hatalhposhik) through themed activities, including a butterfly tent where you can interact with butterflies. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
FREE Plazacon LIVE! on the Plaza in the Plaza District
1700 block of NW 16th St, OKC
Enjoy a pop culture themed block party with local artists, shopping and live music. 6-10 p.m.
March 14-16
FREE National Alpaca Show at Grady County Fairgrounds
500 E Choctaw Ave, Chickasha
See alpacas from around the country compete in a variety of competitions including a costume contest. Free to attend and spectators are welcome. Friday & Saturday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday, 8 a.m.-noon
Jurassic Quest at OKC Fairgrounds
3101 Gordon Cooper Blvd, OKC
Jurassic Quest is an interactive adventure with realistic dinosaurs, dinosaur-themed rides and attractions, live dinosaur shows and interactive science and art activities. $25-$39. Friday, noon-6 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
March 14-April 5
The SpongeBob Musical at Pollard Theatre
120 W Harrison Ave, Guthrie
When the citizens of Bikini Bottom discover that a volcano will soon erupt and destroy their humble home, SpongeBob and his friends must come together to save the fate of their undersea world. Best suited for ages 6 & up. Adults, $35; kids (12 & under), $10. See website for show times.
March 15-23
Golden Egg Safari at OKC Zoo
2000 Remington Pl, OKC
Find one of 50 eggs hidden around the Zoo daily and win a prize. Free with admission. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
March 15-30
Storyteller Theatre Arts Co. presents Fairytale Farms at Harn Homestead
1721 N Lincoln Blvd, OKC
Step into a living storybook as you join Little Red and her well-known friends throughout Fairytale Farms. $15; kids (3 & under), free. Show times are at 11 a.m. & 2 p.m.
March 15
FREE St. Patrick’s Day Parade at Stockyards City
S Agnew Ave, OKC
Enjoy a festive parade highlighting both Irish and Western heritage, plus food trucks and activities for kids. 10 a.m.
Drop-In Art at Oklahoma City Museum of Art
415 Couch Dr, OKC
Take part in a come-and-go art activity for all ages and make Chihuly-inspired macchias. Free with admission. 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
FREE Heard on Hurd Street Fest in Edmond
1st & Hurd, Broadway Ave, Edmond
The community street festival features local food, unique shopping and live music. 6-10 p.m.
Oklahoma Opry Saturday Night Show at ACM&UCO
25 S Oklahoma Ave, OKC
Hear local and regional talent perform live with the Opry Band. $20. 7 p.m.
Winter Jam at Paycom Center
100 W Reno Ave, OKC
The concert features a lineup of some of the best and brightest names in Christian music. $20. 7 p.m.
March 17
Sham-ROCK the Gardens: St. Patrick’s Day Celebration at Myriad Botanical Gardens
301 W Reno Ave, OKC
The family-friendly St. Patrick’s Day celebration features music and dancing, activities for kids and more. Free to attend. 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Conservation Class: Native Pollinators at Skeletons
10301 S Sunnylane Rd, OKC
Learn about Oklahoma pollinators and how to cultivate a garden to support native wildlife. All ages welcome. $15. 11 a.m.-noon; 2-3 p.m.
March 17-21
FREE Spring Break Drop-ins at Myriad Botanical Gardens
301 W Reno Ave, OKC
Meet in the Children’s Garden to enjoy hands-on, come-and-go activities, including stories, crafts and other adventures suited to each day’s theme. 10-11 a.m.
Spring Break Roundup at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum
1700 NE 63rd St, OKC
Drop by the museum each weekday to participate in family-friendly activities that let kids immerse themselves in the history of the American West. Activities are available while supplies last and vary daily. Free with admission. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Be sure not to miss the extra-special fun on Saturday, March 22 when Kids Take Over The Cowboy for the day. Find more details below.
March 17-22
Spring Break Animal Enrichment at the Oklahoma City Zoo
2000 Remington Pl, OKC
Watch as animals put their trunks, snouts, beaks and noses to the test to discover uniquely scented items and treats created for them by their caretakers. See website for the daily schedule. 10 a.m. & 2 p.m.
March 18
FREE Tasty Tuesday at Myriad Gardens
301 W Reno Ave, OKC
Make banana spinach pancakes with ingredients found in the conservatory. 10-11 a.m.
FREE Paint Party Palooza at Warr Acres Library
5901 NW 63rd St, Warr Acres
Kids can explore vibrant colors and learn art techniques to create unique masterpieces in a playful, mess-friendly environment. Best suited for ages 5 & up. 1-3 p.m.
FREE Horse Hoop-Off at Fields & Futures Court
2741 S Harvey Ave, OKC
Participants will be divided into age groups to compete in a HORSE tournament. No pre-registration required. 2-4 p.m.
March 18 & 19
Tuesday Night Classics at Harkins Theatre
150 E Reno Ave, OKC
Batman Begins returns to the big screen for two showings. $5. Tuesday, 7 p.m.; Wednesday, 1 p.m.
March 18-22
FREE Three Sisters Spring Celebration at the Chickasaw Cultural Center
867 Cooper Memorial Rd, Sulphur
Celebrate the emergence of spring and the planting of essential crops through Chickasaw culture, language, demonstrations and various activities. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
March 18-25
Peter Pan at Civic Center Music Hall
201 N Walker Ave, OKC
In a high-flying musical, see Peter Pan, his mischievous sidekick Tinker Bell, the Darling children and more go on a magical adventure. $29 & up. See website for show times.
March 19
FREE Operation Egg Drop at Southern Oaks Library
6900 S Walker Ave, OKC
Kids and adults can work together to design a contraption using various materials (usually recyclables) to protect a raw egg from a high fall. Preregister. 2-3 p.m.
FREE The Great Cardboard Adventure at Edmond Library
10 S Boulevard, Edmond
Take part in a creative, hands-on workshop where kids can transform ordinary cardboard into extraordinary treasures. Preregister. 2-4 p.m.
FREE Spring Break Video Game Night at Southern Oaks Library
6900 S Walker Ave, OKC
Kids and teens can enjoy a fun-filled program full of gaming, group challenges and other activities. 5:30-7:30 p.m.
March 20
FREE Thumbelina’s Garden Workshop at Downtown Library
300 Park Ave, OKC
Design and create their very own fairy terrarium in a hands-on STEAM program for kids ages 5 & up. 11 a.m.-noon.
March 20-22
FREE Spring Thing! at the Oklahoma Hall of Fame
FREE 1400 Classen Dr, OKC
Enjoy spring-themed activities, crafts, and more for the whole family. Each day’s activities are based on an Oklahoma Hall of Fame member. Wednesday-Friday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
March 21
FREE Touch-A-Truck at Bethany Library
6700 NW 35th St, Bethany
See life-size vehicles and interact with community support leaders like police officers, firemen, construction workers and more. There will also be food trucks, face painting and take-home crafts. 9 a.m.-noon.
FREE Crafty Friday at Myriad Gardens
301 W Reno Ave, OKC
Kids can create leaf man art while visiting the Gardens. 10-1 a.m.
March 21-22
Oklahoma Cine Latino Film Festival at Yale Theater & Capitol Hill Library
227 SW 25th St, 327 SW 27th St, OKC
See a variety of feature films, documentaries and short films from local and international filmmakers as well as short films created by teams of high school students through the OKCine Latino Youth Film Institute. Prices vary. Friday 6-11 p.m.; Saturday, noon-5 p.m.
March 21-23
Red Earth Festival at National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum
1700 NE 63rd St, OKC
See some of America’s most celebrated Native artists and enjoy arts and craft stations, artist demonstrations, live music and special presentations of tribal dance throughout the weekend. Adults, $20; kids (5 & under), free with paid adult. 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Guthrie Renaissance Fantasy Festival at Cottonwood Flats
308 N 5th St, Guthrie
The festival features food, art, live entertainment and more. Costumes encouraged. Adults, $15; kids (5-13) $5; kids (4 & under), free. Friday, 3-9 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
March 22
Kids Take Over The Cowboy at National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum
1700 NE 63rd St, OKC
Explore the Cowboy Boots from Roundups to Runways exhibition before creating your own canvas of colorful footwear. Then, meet a cast of characters straight out of The West, including Teddy Roosevelt, Abraham Lincoln and Annie Oakley, and complete a scavenger hunt. Free with admission. Available while supplies last. 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
FREE Oklahoma Farm-to-Table Family Festival at Oklahoma History Center
800 Nazih Zuhdi Dr, OKC
Learn about historic and modern farm life through demonstrations and educational opportunities, plus enjoy a petting zoo, crafts and musical entertainment. 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Harlem Globetrotters at Paycom Center
100 W Reno, OKC
The Original Harlem Globetrotters are known for amazing feats of basketball, humor and acts of goodwill on and off the court. Part streetball, part interactive family entertainment, the new tour will show off the best of the Globetrotters. $43 and up. 2 p.m.
FREE Move Your ScissorTAIL Block Party at Scissortail Park
403 SW 10th St, OKC
Enjoy free wellness classes such as Zumba, Pickleball and HIIT, plus music, food trucks, live entertainment and more. 6-9 p.m.
For even more inspiring ideas for family fun this Spring Break, check out our go-to guide for Spring Break fun in OKC.
