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Family-Friendly Winter Festivals in Oklahoma

OKC Tree Lighting Festival, Downtown in December

by Lindsay Cuomo

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There is always something to do in Oklahoma and this guide to winter festivals in Oklahoma is your comprehensive list to family-friendly fun around the state! Whether you are looking for a large festival in the Oklahoma City metro or an event with small-town charm, this guide can help you plan day and weekend trips in Oklahoma.

There is family fun waiting to be explored in every corner of our state, so enjoy exploring with your family!

[Editor’s Note: This is a working list, so check back often for new listings. If you know of a festival or activity that you think should be included, please email the listing information to calendar@metrofamilymagazine.com or leave a comment below. last updated on Oct. 14, 2024.]

 

2024 Winter Festivals in Oklahoma

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. See website for hours of operation.


Nov. 12

FREE Oklahoma City 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 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. 12-Jan. 1

FREE Automobile Alley Lights on Broadway

NW 4th to 10th, OKC

Features more than 180,000 colorful LED lights draped along the buildings on North Broadway. Open daily, dusk until dawn. The annual Lights on Broadway celebration is planned for three Saturdays, Nov. 30-Dec. 14, with live entertainment, outdoor movies and more.


Nov. 22-23

Dickens on the Boulevard in Downtown Claremore

Main St, Claremore

Features a Victorian-themed holiday festival with music, street dances, the chance to meet Santa and more. Free to attend. Friday & Saturday, 6-9 p.m.


Nov. 15-Feb. 2

Devon Ice Rink at Myriad Gardens

301 W Reno Ave, OKC

Features outdoor ice skating. $14, $9 without skates; members, $9. Monday-Thursday, 3-9 p.m.; Friday, 3-11 p.m.; Saturday, 11 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m.-7 p.m.


Nov. 16

Luther Pecan Festival at Downtown Luther

Main Street, Luther

Features local artists, artisans, musicians, food, contests, crafts and more. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.


Nov. 17-Dec. 31

FREE Crystal Christmas at Crystal Beach Park

108 Temple Houston Dr, Woodward

Features over two million Christmas lights and displays as well as lighted train rides, carriage rides, live nativity scenes and more. 6-9 p.m.


Nov. 22-Dec. 31

FREE Festival of Light at Shannon Springs Park

2400 N 9th St, Chickasha

Features over 3.5 million lights, a computer-animated light show, carriage rides, pictures with Santa and more. Donations accepted. Sunday -Thursday, 6-10 p.m.; Friday & Saturday, 6-11 p.m.


Nov. 23-Dec. 31

FREE Christmas in the Park at Chisholm Trail Park

500 W Vandament, Yukon

Features a festive light display featuring over 100 acres of twinkling lights, ice skating rink and Santa Express Train . 6-11 p.m.


Nov. 27-Dec. 31

FREE Lights from the Heart at Purcell Lake

1400 Chandler Rd, Purcell

Features a wonderland of Christmas holiday light displays. The two-mile, drive-through light display runs along the lakeshore beginning at Chandler Road, ending at Highway 39 on the northeast side of Purcell. 5:30-10 p.m.


Nov. 27-Jan. 1

FREE Rhema Christmas Lights at Rhema Bible Church

1025 W Kenosha St, Broken Arrow

Features over two million lights and over 100,000 shimmering bulbs synchronized to Christmas music. Visitors can drive through the lights in their own vehicle, get out of the car and walk around the park, or view the spectacular displays from a carriage. The lights shine every night from 5:30-11:30 p.m. 918-258-1588, rhemalights.org


Nov. 28-Jan. 1

FREE Downs Family Christmas Lights

2900 72nd Ave SE, Norman

Features a light display set to music with more than 18 miles of light strands. Bring a canned good or monetary donation to benefit the Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma. 6-10 p.m.


Nov. 29-Dec. 24

Merry Midtown

Various locations, OKC

Features festive opportunities, limited-time promotions and more. Free to attend. See website for schedule.


Nov. 29-Jan. 6

Winterfest in Downtown Tulsa

200 S Denver, Tulsa

Features outdoor skating, holiday decor, horse-drawn carriage rides, live entertainment, holiday lights, the chance to meet Santa and more. Free to attend; skating, $15. See website for rink hours and event schedule. tulsawinterfest.com


Nov. 29-Dec. 17

Pop-Up Shops in Midtown

10th & Hudson, OKC

Features dozens of independent shops and an urban Christmas tree lot managed by Bishop John Carroll School. Shops rotate weekly & the tree lot is available until the trees sell out. Friday & Saturday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.


Nov. 29-Dec. 22

Woolaroc Wonderland of Lights at the Woolaroc Museum & Wildlife Preserve

1925 Woolaroc Ranch Rd, Bartlesville

Features more than 750,000 glistening lights and decorations on the museum’s grounds. $7; kids (12 & under), $2. Friday-Sunday, 5-9 p.m. 918-336-0307,


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Festival Nights at the Philbrook Museum of Art

2727 S Rockford Rd, Tulsa

Features thousands of holiday lights, music and more. Celebrate the season with hot cocoa, take-and-make art projects, the chance to meet Santa and more. Adults, $22; kids (17 & under), $8; crafts, $5. See website for times.


Nov. 29-Dec. 30

Garden of Lights at the Tulsa Botanic Garden

3900 Tulsa Botanic Dr, Tulsa

Features festive lights, the chance to meet Santa, a holiday selfie photo booth, fire pits, seasonal snacks and more. 16 & up, $20; 3-15, $8 & 2 & under, free. Thursday-Sunday, 5-9 p.m. Nightly Dec. 12-30. tulsabotanic.org


Nov. 30-Dec. 14

A Territorial Christmas Celebration in Downtown Guthrie

212 W Oklahoma, Guthrie

Features a lighted Christmas parade, home tours and Victorian Walk nights. See website for schedule. Sataurday, 5-9 p.m.


Nov. 29-Dec. 25

Winter Nights at Kingfisher Park

Park Rd, Kingfisher

Features more than 60 lighted displays, the chance to meet Santa on Saturdays, train rides and more. Free to attend. Friday & Saturday, 6-10 p.m.; Sunday-Thursday, 6-9 p.m.


Nov. 28-Jan. 1

FREE Holiday Lights at Scissortail Park

300 SW 7th St, OKC

Features luminaries, a 40′ Christmas tree, a giant menorah and other holiday decor throughout the park. 6-11  p.m.


Dec. 3-25

FREE Holiday Lights Spectacular at Joe B Barnes Regional Park

8700 E. Reno Ave,  Midwest City

Features more than 85 displays including the majestic 118-foot Christmas tree illuminated with 9,000 bulbs. Sunday-Thursday, 6-10 p.m., Friday-Saturday, 6-11 p.m.


Dec. 5

FREE Home for the Holidays in Downtown Tuttle

221 W Main St, Tuttle

Features carolers, vendors, children’s crafts, live performances, tree lighting and a Christmas parade. Kids can meet Santa and pose for a picture. 5-9 p.m.

FREE Christmas Parade of Lights in Downtown Stillwater

Duncan and Lowry St; 4th to 15th Ave, Stillwater

Features decorative floats, music and family fun. 6:30 p.m.


Dec. 7

Honey Festival in Minco

Hwy 81 & 37, Minco

Features honey plant tours, arts & crafts, the chance to meet Santa and more. Free to attend. 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

FREE Cowboy Christmas at Stockyards City Main Street

1305 S Agnew, OKC

Features a parade, live entertainment, Christmas music and the chance to meet Cowboy Santa. 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Christmas Parade of Lights in Pawhuska

210 W Main St, Pawhuska

Features lighted floats, a visit from Santa Claus and more. Visitors can also enjoy food and drink vendors, horse-drawn carriage rides and photos with Santa. 5:30-7 p.m. 918-287-1208, pawhuskachamber.com

FREE Christmas Parade in Downtown Norman

201 W Daws St, Norman

Features a parade with festive floats, marching bands and an appearance by Santa. 6 p.m.


Dec. 14

FREE Deck the Hall of Fame at Oklahoma Hall of Fame

1400 Classen Dr, OKC

Features themed crafts, the chance to meet Santa and activities for the whole family. This is a come-and-go event. 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

FREE Stay Gold, Merry & Bright Tulsa Christmas Parade in Downtown Tulsa

E 6th St, Tulsa

Features floats, bands, drill teams, dancers and giant balloons. 11 a.m. tulsachristmasparade.org

FREE Snow Glow Second Saturday at Oklahoma Contemporary

11 NW 11th St, OKC

Celebrate the winter weather with cool activities including shrinking plastic ornaments, terra cotta gingerbread houses, live performers and more. 1-4 p.m.


Dec. 21

FREE Winter Solstice Observance at the First Americans Museum

659 First Americans Blvd, OKC

Features a reflective experience with interpretive walks up the FAM Mound, prayer and a round dance. Then, observe the setting of the solstice sun through the Mound tunnel. 3-6 p.m.


Dec. 29

FREE Menorah Lighting by the Chabad Community Center at Scissortail Park

415 S Robinson Ave, OKC

Features a family-friendly celebration of the festival of lights and Hanukah. Enjoy traditional live music and dancing, carnival rides, hot kosher food and drinks, Dreidel Man giving out treats, a giant menorah lighting, public officials like Mayor Holt and more. 4:30-6:30 p.m.

 

This article about winter festivals in Oklahoma was updated by Lindsay Cuomo, MetroFamily’s digital editor, to include event details for activities happening in 2024. Lindsay has been with MetroFamily since 2014 covering family-focused local happenings and news. Find even more things to do this winter including holiday events on our Winter Fun Guides

 

TBA for 2024

Myriad & Bright! at Myriad Gardens (301 W Reno Ave) features illuminated trees, lighted pathways and lanterns outside, plus elaborate decor inside including the traditional poinsettia tree. Prices vary. See website for hours.

FREE Ardmore Festival of Lights at Regional Park (2704 N Rockford Rd, Ardmore) features more than 125 animated displays in a beautiful drive-thru winter wonderland. Sunday – Thursday, 6-10 p.m.; Friday & Saturday, 6 – 11 p.m.  facebook.com/ardmoreparksandrec

Castle Christmas at the Castle in Muskogee (3400 West Fern Mountain Rd, Muskogee) features a lighting display, hayrides, pony & camel rides, Santa Claus, and more. Prices vary. See website for full schedule of activities. Thanksgiving – New Year’s Eve, 5:30 – 10 p.m. 918-687-3625, okcastle.com

Garden of Lights at Honor Heights Park (1400 Honor Heights Dr, Muskogee) features over 1.2 million shimmering lights, enhancing the natural beauty of the park’s gardens, waterfalls and ponds. $10 per car. Sunday-Thursday, 5:30 – 10 p.m.; Friday & Saturday, 5:30-11 p.m. facebook.com/GardenofLightsMuskogee

Winter Wonderland at the Gathering Place (2650 S John Williams Way E, Tulsa) features festive photo ops, story times, holiday train rides, a Winter Wonderland workshop and more. Free to attend. Saturday & Sunday, noon-6 p.m.

Christmas on Main in Downtown Blanchard (Main & Broadway, Blanchard) features the chance to meet Santa, a Christmas concert and holiday parade. 2-8 p.m.

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