As our kids pass through yet another phase of life, we are reminded that their carefree childhood days are numbered. Let’s relish in the days still to come and make this summer count with the help of this list of summertime fun for teens and tweens, packed with all the makings for the ultimate summer for older kids.
- Hit up a metro street festival to enjoy shopping, live music, food truck fare and more.
- Make new friends and life-long memories at a summer camp.
- Hit up a food truck park or a food hall and have a foodie adventure.
- Explore the metro’s urban core on the hunt for public art. Dozens of local and regional artists have crafted an extensive collection.
- Give back to the community with one of these family volunteering opportunities in the Metro.
- Take in some classic films brought back to the big screen at Harkins Theatre’s Tuesday Night Classics. Or elevate the nostalgia at a drive-in!
- See some of their favorite artist live at the Zoo Amphitheater.
- Kick back at the ballpark and cheer on the Oklahoma City Baseball Club or OKC’s newest professional team, OKC Spark.
- Plan a weekend getaway and explore our great state. If they are old enough, kick back and let them do the driving!
- Make memories together at a summer festival.
- Create something together! OKC offers a wealth of creative opportunities for the whole family.
- Keep cool at a local pool.
- Nothing says summer like snow cones! Share some quality time over a delicious icy treat from a local favorite snow cone stand.
- Catch a flick at an outdoor movie venue.
- Enjoy some tunes under the stars at one of the many concerts happening in local parks across the metro.
- Break out your bikes for a summer ride at one of our editor’s picks of top biking spots.
- Get your adrenaline pumping at an action-packed OKC adventure destination like RIVERSPORTS Rapids or iFLY.
Looking for even more summer fun? Check out our summer fun resources and our searchable calendar, both packed with family fun every day! Or sign up for Weekend Picks and our other e-newsletters to be sure you don’t miss a thing!
