Downtown In December 2016

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Downtown in December, presented by Devon, is a collection of more than 30 holiday events that take place in and around downtown Oklahoma City each year.

All information about the following events, including schedules, pricing, and other details can be found online at DowntownInDecember.com DowntownOKC DowntownOKC DowntownOKC DevonIceRinkOKC SaturdaysWithSanta #DowntownInDecember

Devon Ice Rink at Myriad Gardens

The Devon Ice Rink returns for its 7th season in the Myriad Botanical Gardens November 11 through January 29. Join us for another great winter of outdoor ice skating at Downtown in December’s premier attraction.

Open 7 days a week, the Devon Ice Rink hosts daily public skating, private parties, and special events all winter long.

The Devon Ice Rink is located in the Myriad Botanical Gardens at 113 S. Robinson (at the corner of Robinson and Sheridan.) Please call (405) 708-6499 to book a private party or for general questions. Visit DowntownInDecember.com to see the full schedule and daily hours of operation.

RATES:

› $12 per person for all ages, includes skates › $8 for guests who bring their own skates › $8 for 10 or more guests, includes skates Reservations are encouraged for groups

DEVON’s SATURDAYS WITH SANTA

Bring the kiddos downtown to the Devon Energy Center December 3, 10 and 17, to visit Santa, make crafts, and participate in holiday-themed activities.

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DecEMBER 3 - 10am to 4pm DecEMBER 10 - 10am to 4pm DecEMBER 17 - 10am to 4pm

Devon Energy Center is located at 333 W. Sheridan Ave. in downtown Oklahoma City.

For more information, visit downtownindecember.com

SandRidge Santa Run

On Saturday, December 10, guests will be prancing in the streets of downtown Oklahoma City in the 2016 SandRidge Santa Run. As part of Downtown in December, the SandRidge Santa Run includes a 5K race, a one-mile Fun Run and a free Kids’ Dash, plus a warm-up with Rumble the Bison.

All runs begin and end at SandRidge Energy (123 Robert S. Kerr Ave.) where there will be snacks, a photo booth, kids activities, and a mad scientist show! Medals will be awarded to the top three male and female finishers in each 5k age group, and all runners are invited to dress up in their most festive holiday attire for cash prizes in a costume contest afterward!

Register now at DowntownInDecember.com

Bricktown Tree Lighting Festival Presented by sonic

On Friday, November 25 from 5pm to 7pm, the annual Bricktown Tree Lighting Festival will take place on the 3rd Base Plaza at the Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark. Guests will enjoy a live band, hot cocoa, food and fun as Mayor Cornett lights the Christmas Tree and kicks off the holiday season. Santa will make an appearance at the festival to take free photos with the kids, which are printed on-site. The event also features food trucks, face painters, and musical performances. The Bricktown Tree Lighting Festival presented by Sonic is free and open to the public. This event is also sponsored

by JE Dunn Construction.

Free Holiday Water Taxi Rides

All aboard for an adventure cruise on a Bricktown Water Taxi! Come enjoy a fun-filled float down the beautifully-adorned Bricktown canal free of charge, courtesy of the Downtown Business Improvement District. The narrated and holiday-themed Free Holiday Water Taxi Rides will begin at the main dock on canal

level, below the entrance to Mickey Mantle’s Steakhouse. The tours will run on a continuous loop through Bricktown, Thursdays through Sundays, November 25 through December 31 from 6pm to 9pm. (Closed Christmas Day.) Admission is free and open to the public.

Automobile Alley Lights display

See the historic buildings of Automobile Alley in a whole new light at Automobile Alley Lights on Broadway. More than 180,000 colorful LED lights will drape the buildings along eight blocks of North Broadway making for a magical holiday wonderland. (NW 4th to 10th St. on Broadway Ave. in downtown Oklahoma City)

Bricktown Canal Lights

The Bricktown Canal Lights display will brighten your Bricktown experience from November 25 through January 1. As you stroll the canal, enjoy the dining and shopping along downtown OKC’s premier entertainment district under the gorgeous holiday lights. The light display is free to the public. Also, check out the Free Water Taxi Rides on certain nights of the week throughout the season.

Snow Tubing Winter Festival

The Snow Tubing Winter Festival at Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark opens on Saturday, November 26!

It all begins with the gigantic snow tubing slope, starting from the upper level behind first base and landing near second base — it’s a thrill that you won’t want to miss. There will also be a second, smaller slide for children and those looking for a more moderate thrill. But let’s not stop with the slide!

From Santa’s Workshop to the children’s train, plus sparkling holiday lighting and décor, this will be a holiday highlight that your family will remember for years to come. There’s something for the whole family, so bring everyone along for a ride in the snow, hot chocolate and a snack, and a festive holiday atmosphere.

Non-riders can purchase Winter Festival tickets for just $3 per person. Guests that will be snow tubing can buy single-session tickets for $14 per rider. Please call 405-218-1000 for group rates and private event information.

Little Willie’s Triple Dog Dare

The 4th annual Little Willie’s Triple Dog Dare will be held Saturday, December 3 at Leadership Square (211 N. Robinson Ave.).

This stair climbing athletic event is open to people of all ages, and keeping it in line with the “Little Willie’s” spirit, there’s even a Firefighters Division – racing in full gear of course! All proceeds go to charity. Awards will be given to Top 3 overall male and female as well as age group divisions. For more info, visit littlewilliestripledogdare.com.

A Dog day in december at midtown mutts

Bring the pups and enjoy a pet-friendly holiday party on Thursday, December 1 from 6pm to 8pm at Midtown Mutts Dog Park (1115 N. Hudson Ave.).

Dogs will take photos with Santa and enjoy Milk Bones and Cookies. The first 100 dogs to arrive in costume will receive a free goodie bag. This event is sponsored by The Midtown Association.

LIGHTS ON BROADWAY ANNUAL EVENT

Cruise down historic Automobile Alley for the district’s holiday open house and the first day of this year’s stunning light display with the inaugural Lights On Broadway event on Saturday, November 19 from 4pm to 8pm on Broadway Ave. between NW 4th & 10th Streets. Retail shops and restaurants will be featuring buzz-worthy holiday window displays in addition to children’s activities, special promotions, and giveaways.

There will be complimentary carriage rides, visits with Santa, live artists and musicians, a free photo booth, an outdoor movie, hot cocoa, and more! Join us in discovering the Alley “in the new old-fashioned way”! For more details, visit downtownindecember.com.

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Bricktown Tree Lighting Festival presented by sonic

snow tubing winter festival

Devon ice rink

Automobile alley light display

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Holiday Pop-Up Shops at Midtown

FILM ROW LIGHT DISPLAY

Beginning Friday, November 25, enjoy Film Row’s holiday light display. Film Row once housed the offices of major Hollywood film studios like Paramount Pictures, Warner Bros, MGM, and more. The streets are lit up during the holiday season to showcase rich history and vibrance.

The light display will be up until January 1.

Winter Shoppes at Myriad Gardens

Open November 25 through December 18, the Winter Shoppes at Myriad Gardens presented

by Prodigal is an exciting outdoor shopping experience featuring more than 20 different vendors. The shops are located at the North Plaza by the Great Lawn. For more information, visit wintershoppes.com.

November 25-27 - 11am TO 6pm December 1-4 - 11am TO 6pm December 8-11 - 11am TO 6pm December 15-18 - 11am TO 6pm

Deluxe Winter Market

On November 26 and November 27, the Deluxe Winter Market will take place in Leadership Square (211 N. Robinson Ave.) Back for its 9th year in 2016, the market will offer an opportunity for guests to do their holiday shopping at more than 60 vendor booths featuring all local and handmade goods. Free admission and free kids’ activities. For more information, visit deluxeok.net.

NovEMBER 26 - 11AM TO 5PM NOVEMBER 27 - 11AM TO 5PM

The Holiday Pop-Up Shops are returning to Midtown in Downtown Oklahoma City for their 5th year in 2016!

Visit 35 Oklahoma-owned shops and an urban Christmas tree lot for five weeks this holiday season between Thanksgiving and Christmas.

Shops rotate weekly through a set of geodesic domes at NW 10th and Hudson, next to Bleu Garten. The holiday shopping village is open each weekend, starting Black Friday, Thursday through Sunday to the public. Entry is free, shopping is encouraged. For more information, including the list of shops, visit okcpopups.com.

NovEMBER 25-27 DECEMBER 1-4 DECEMBER 8-11 DECEMBER 15-18 DECEMBER 20-22 THURSDAYS-SATURDAYS 10AM TO 9PM SUNDAYS - 10AM TO 6PM

Lyric’s A Christmas Carol

In its 6th year running, the spectacular Oklahoma holiday tradition returns with Lyric’s production of Charles Dickens’ classic, A Christmas Carol, sponsored by Devon Energy.

Go on a magical journey with Ebenezer Scrooge and the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future! Tickets start at $30, and the show takes place at Lyric’s Plaza Theater (1725 NW 16th St.). To purchase tickets or for more information visit, www.lyrictheatreokc. com or call (405) 524-9312.

SHOW DATES & TIMES: November 30 - December 24

Tues., Wed., Thurs. performances at 7:30pm Fri. & Sat. evening performances at 8:00pm Sun. evening performances at 7:00pm Sat., Sun., and Fri. (12/23) matinees at 2:00pm

OKC Philharmonic’s the Christmas Show

The OKC Philharmonic returns to the Civic Center Music Hall with The Christmas Show.

OKC’s Favorite Holiday Song-n-Dance Spectacular, starring Kelli O’Hara. A holiday treat for the entire family, The Christmas Show is a Broadway-style holiday variety show with singers, dancers, comedy, holiday music, gorgeous costumes and full sets.

From delightful novelty numbers to inspiring Christmas hymns, the Philharmonic will move you with the spirit of the season! For more information, visit okcphilharmonic.org or call 405-TICKETS (842-5387) Show dates & times: December 1 - 7:30PM December 2 - 8PM December 3 - 2PM & 8PM

Oklahoma City Ballet’s The Nutcracker presented by devon

A family trip to the Civic Center Music Hall to see The Nutcracker creates special holiday memories that will last a lifetime. Oklahoma City Ballet’s stunning professional dancers are joined by over 100 children from The Dance Center of Oklahoma City Ballet plus the OKC Philharmonic to complete the production. The story of Clara, her Nutcracker prince, and the Sugar Plum Fairy will enchant with performances this holiday season. Enjoy special activities before and after performances for families to enjoy together!

To purchase tickets or for more information visit, okcballet.com or call OKC Ballet at (405) 848-8637.

Show dates & times: December 10 - 2PM & 7PM December 11 - 2PM December 16 - 7PM December 17 - 2PM & 7PM December 18 - 2PM December 19 - 7PM December 20 - 7PM

Canterbury Christmas at The Civic Center

Canterbury Choral Society will hold their 125-member adult chorus holiday performance on Sunday, December 4 for Canterbury Christmas at the Civic Center Music Hall at 7pm.

Also featured will be the traditional holiday carol sing-a-long along with the children of the Canterbury Youth Voices.

To purchase tickets, call 405-232-SING or visit www.canterburyokc.com.

Reduxion Theatre Holiday Shows

Reduxion Theatre Company (RTC) returns with its interactive Christmas-theme event Jane Austen’s Christmas Cracker! This original piece of live theatre was developed by the artists of RTC and is based on the life and works of romantic English novelist Jane Austen. For more information, visit reduxiontheatre.com SHOW DATES & TIMES: December 2 - 8PM December 10 - 8PM December 3 - 8PM December 11 - 2PM December 4 - 2PM December 15 - 8PM December 8 - 8PM December 16 - 8PM December 9 - 8PM December 17 - 2PM & 8PM

Sheraton Hotel Holiday Events

The Sheraton Hotel will be offering several holiday events this season. Enjoy dinners and events located in the heart of downtown. For more information, visit sheratonokc.com.

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Downtown historic Church Tour

The second annual Downtown Holiday Historic Church Tour will take place Sunday, December 4 from 2pm to 5:30pm. This event features self-guided tours of historic churches in downtown Oklahoma City. All proceeds benefit Good Shepherd Ministries. Wristbands are $20 each. For more information or to purchase wristbands, visit goodshepherdokc.org.

LEGENDS NIGHT in deep deuce

On Saturday, December 17, Oklahoma City’s Deep Deuce district will host Legends Night, sponsored by Downtown Oklahoma City, Incorporated. Legends Night will bring some of the best jazz musicians back to their roots to perform in Deep Deuce, a neighborhood in which many of them spent the peak of their careers performing. The event will be from 7pm to 10pm. Location TBD. For more information, visit www.deepdeucedistrict.com.

Myriad Gardens Holiday Events

MERRY CAROUSEL IN THE GARDENS The Myriad Gardens’ Merry Carousel is back for another year of holiday magic! The charming vintage carousel welcomed thousands of riders over the last two years and is now a great holiday tradition. All proceeds benefit the Myriad Gardens. Enjoy rides for $2/person from November 27 through December 31.

OG&E MERRY & BRIGHT FREE ADMISSION SUNDAYS The beauty of the Crystal Bridge takes on a whole new glow at night. Thanks to OGE Energy Corp., the Myriad Gardens will offer

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FREE admission on Sunday evenings to the Crystal Bridge Tropical Conservatory. Come enjoy charming holiday light displays and beautiful plant exhibits designed especially for the holiday season. Free admission dates: November 27, December 4, December 11, December 18 from 6pm to 9pm. learn to curl at the devon ice rink Join The Oklahoma Curling Club as they walk through the basic rules and etiquette of curling, explain the how’s and why’s of delivering and sweeping a stone, and get you on the ice enjoying the sport of curling together! Dress warm, wear rubber soled shoes, and prepare for the most fun you can have with a broom this side of Quidditch! All other equipment will be provided by the Oklahoma Curling Club.

November 19 - 9AM-10:30AM December 10 - 9AM-10:30AM *Members $20, Nomembers $25 YOGA TUESDAYS IN THE GARDENS SPONSORED BY TINKER FEDERAL CREDIT UNION This is a great all-levels class led by Lisa Woodard. Class participants should bring a yoga mat and water. Classes will meet under the Pavilion as weather permits; when it doesn’t drop in for a session or two or enjoy the entire series! They will meet inside the Crystal Bridge. Must be 16 or older.

Tuesdays year round - 5:45PM *Members Free, Nonmembers $10 READING WEDNESDAYS (BEST FOR AGES 2-5) Bring your youngster for story time each Wednesday at 10am. Books are nature-themed and selected based on the season. Children will also enjoy creating a small craft after the story. For groups of 10 or more please call Kodi Clifford at (405) 835-6789. Note: No program November 23, December 21, and December 28.

HOLIDAY SERIES: DECEMBER DROP-INS (BEST FOR AGES 2-5) After Reading Wednesdays at 10am, stay for holiday crafts, music, and hot chocolate!

Children will make ornaments to take home for tree decoration or gifts. We’ll use natural items like twigs, dried seeds, fruits, acorns, evergreen cuttings, pinecones and craft decorations. For groups of 10 or more contact Lily Christman at 405.445.5162.

The Myriad Gardens will be offering additional paid classes to enjoy this holiday season, such as: Painting in the Gardens Botanical Drawing Gingerbread House Workshop Living Wreath Class DIY Handmade Stamps & Holiday Stationery

For more information and to sign up for classes, visit www.myriadgardens.org or call 405.445.7080.

FREE HOLIDAY WATER TAXI RIDES

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Red Earth TreeFest

Red Earth Art Center will host three Holiday Open House events in December at 6 Santa Fe Plaza (between the Skirvin and the Chase Tower.) The Second Annual Red Earth TreeFest runs from November 1 through January 13, featuring fifteen Christmas trees adorned with ornaments created to showcase the Native cultures that make Oklahoma unique. For more information, visit redearth.org or call 405-4275228. Admission is free and open to the public.

HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSES: December 3 - 10AM-3PM December 10 - 10AM-3PM December 17 - 10AM-3PM

Skirvin Holiday Events

As Downtown Oklahoma City comes to life this holiday season, the Skirvin Hilton once again will host several festive events, including Holiday High Tea and Breakfast with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Plus, enjoy fabulous Skirvin holiday breakfasts, brunches, and dinners on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day. For reservations or more information, contact the Holiday Desk at the Skirvin at 405.702.8542.

Christmas Crawl at Deep Deuce

The annual Christmas Crawl through the Deep Deuce historic neighborhood returns on Friday, December 16 for its third year. Participants are encouraged to bring with them their best in holiday cheer. Dress the part of a traditional holiday party-goer with an ugly Christmas sweater, Belsnickel, Cousin Eddie from Christmas Vacation or another festive variation to show their holiday spirit while enjoying holiday spirits. Meet at Deep Deuce Grill at 9pm to share stories of holiday revelry.

Sure Beats Walking Holiday Segway Rentals

Sure Beats Walking will be offering a holiday discount for $20/hour. Enjoy rides throughout the downtown districts exploring the beautiful holiday decor. Located at the Myriad Gardens (301 W. Reno). For more information, visit surebeatswalking.com.

OKC Museum of Art Holiday Events

The Oklahoma City Museum of Art will feature several holiday events this winter.

Art installations, drop-in art classes, yoga, workshops, and more. The Museum Films will be presenting “A Very Wes Anderson Christmas.” The OKCMOA is perfect for families and children. For more information, visit okcmoa.com.

OKC Arts Council’s Opening Night

Ring in the new year in style! Since 1987, Opening Night has been the place for families and friends to enjoy the performing arts and “open” the New Year in the spirit of community. Downtown Oklahoma City is the setting for a variety of bands, fireworks, and an unforgettable children’s craft and performance area. The day begins with a festive 5k and all the excitement concludes with a fireworks extravaganza at midnight. For more information, visit downtownindecember.com.