Oklahoma City Fall 2018 / Winter 2019 Official Visitors Guide

OKLAHOMA CITY FA L L 2 018 / W I N T E R 2 019 O F F I C I A L V I S I T O R S G U I D E

OKC DISTRICTS Discover unique neighborhoods throughout the city

M U ST O KC

Top attractions and can’t-miss experiences

FAMILY FUN

Adventures for any age

ALE TRAIL

A guide to OKC’s brewing beer scene www.VisitOKC.com

DISCOVER DOWNTOWN Next to Chesapeake Energy Arena and across the street from the Cox Convention Center, you are in the heart of the city with all that Courtyard Marriott has to offer. Close to the Bricktown Entertainment District, the Boathouse District and moments away from many other great attractions, museums, dining and nightlife.

2 W Reno Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73102 (405) 232-2290 | Marriott.com/OKCDT

DISCOVER BRICKTOWN Conveniently located on the Bricktown Canal in the heart of Bricktown, next to Bass Pro Shops and across from the Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark, the Residence Inn Marriott has perfected the extended stay experience by combining the comforts of home with the excitement of Bricktown.

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Produced by the Oklahoma City Convention & Visitors Bureau.

Every effort has been made to maintain the accuracy of information presented in this guide. No responsibility is assumed for errors, changes or omissions. Please call in advance to verify information. We wish to thank and acknowledge the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber and the museums, attractions, events and industry partners who provided photographs for use in the Visitors Guide.

This edition of the Oklahoma City Visitors Guide covers some of the great, can’t-miss events and festivals happening around the city October 2018 through March 2019. But if you’re planning a visit later in 2019, here’s a sneak peek of what’s coming to OKC in the spring and summer.

President, Mike Carrier Vice President, Convention Sales, Dennis Johnston Vice President, Tourism Sales, Sandy Price Director, Marketing & Communications, Seth Spillman Project Designer, Josh Vaughn Staff Photographers, Steven Purvis and Josh Vaughn

Oklahoma Quarter Horse Spring Show

H&8th Night Market

Staff Writer, Tabbi Burwell

June 2019

April 3 – 7, 2019

Midtown

Contributing Writers

Oklahoma State Fair Park Festival of the Arts April 23 – 28, 2019

Bicentennial Park Oklahoma Memorial Marathon April 28, 2019

Downtown Paseo Arts Festival May 25 – 27, 2019

Paseo Arts District Oklahoma City Whitewater Festival May 18, 2019

Boathouse District Chuck Wagon Gathering & Children’s Cowboy Festival May 25 – 26, 2019

National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum Redbud Spectacular May 30 – June 9, 2019

Oklahoma State Fair Park

Oklahoma City Pro Am Classic June 2019

Various Locations Downtown deadCenter Film Festival June 6 – 9, 2019

Downtown Red Earth Festival

Greg Elwell, owner of “I Ate Oklahoma”, a food blog featuring restaurant reviews, food features and food events Greg Horton, freelance writer and adjunct professor of English, philosophy and humanities Britta Newton-Tarron, stylist and blogger for BrittaNewtonTarron.com Nicky Omohundro, owner of littlefamilyadventure.com, a family lifestyle website focused on healthy food, getting outdoors, and travel.

June 7 – 9, 2019

Cox Convention Center Stars & Stripes River Festival June 29, 2019

Boathouse District 47th Annual Prix de West June 7 – August 11, 2019

National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum Red, White and Boom July 3, 2019

Oklahoma State Fair Park For more on upcoming events, go to VisitOKC.com/events

ON THE COVER Tower Theatre is a recently-revived landmark in the heart of the Uptown district. See page 21 for more details.

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Must OKC

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Family Fun

SPORTS 40

Thunder Up

NIGHTLIFE 43

Cocktail Time

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Ale Trail

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Beyond Booze

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Live Music Locales

SHOPPING 48

Shopping by District

ARTS 50

Now on Display

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Tasty local treats for every meal.

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Dine Around the Clock

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Hotels

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Getting Here and Getting Around

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Visitors to OKC have a convenient new way to move around downtown. The Oklahoma City Streetcar, with beautiful green, blue and pink cars, connect visitors to hotels, dining and attractions throughout Downtown, Bricktown, Automobile Alley and Midtown. Seven cars run on two loops, with varying schedules six days a week.

With 22 platforms on the 4.7mile loop, passengers only need to walk a couple blocks to find a platform. Day passes are available on each platform for $3, or single-use tickets are available for one dollar. You can also purchase tickets by using EMBARK’s mobile fare app. For those driving into the urban core, parking close to the streetcar route can be found at parkingokc.com.

On Friday and Saturday, Bricktown has a dedicated loop that runs from the Myriad Gardens to East Bricktown every 15 minutes from 7 a.m. to 2 a.m. along Reno Ave. and Sheridan Ave. The Downtown loop overlaps the Bricktown loop, and service along the Downtown loop begins at 6 a.m.

Monday through Friday, making it convenient to get to morning business meetings. Streetcars arrive at the Downtown platforms every 12-14 minutes.

Here’s a quick guide to what you’ll find along the streetcar route.

THE BRICKTOWN PLATFORMS (1-3, 21 - 2 2 ) The Bricktown loop consists of nine platforms, with platform 1 in East Bricktown. That’s where you’ll find Bass Pro Shops, Toby Keith’s “I Love This Bar” & Grill, Charleston’s and the Criterion, a 4,000-capacity venue for concerts.

It also provides easy access to the historic Deep Deuce District, once home to OKC’s jazz scene.

Platform 2 is adjacent to the Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark, where you can catch an Oklahoma City Dodgers game in season. The Dodgers are the AAA-affiliate of the Los Angeles Dodgers.

The Bricktown Canal, with its mix of family entertainment and restaurants, is also close, as is the plaza around Harkins Theaters. Catch a movie, eat tacos at Fuzzy’s, cross the bridge for barbecue at Earl’s or just stroll the canal. Just a little north of

the plaza is Mickey Mantle’s Steakhouse, one of the metro’s outstanding prime steakhouses.

Number 3 is part of the transit network; it’s a stop right by the Santa Fe rail depot, but it’s also close to Pinkitzel, one of OKC’s most popular candy shops. Pinkitzel carries a wild and colorful selection of candies, cupcakes, macarons and chocolates.

On the Sheridan Avenue side of Bricktown are platforms 21 and 22. This is the traditional entrance to Bricktown, and it’s an excellent introduction to what’s in store for the visitor. Beautiful murals adorn the underpass, and restaurants and shops line both sides of Sheridan. Here you’ll find Painted Door gift boutique, with a great selection of Oklahoma products, decorative accessories, home furnishings, gourmet foods, bath and body care, fragrant candles, children's clothing and accessories, as well as ladies jewelry, handbags and apparel. Right across the street is Tapwerks, the craft beer pioneer in Oklahoma City. This old school pub has delicious pub fare and 100 taps, including a stellar selection of local beers.

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THE THUNDER PLATFORMS (4-6, 20) That’s not really the name, but platform 4 is sure to be one of the busiest on the loop, as it’s situated right in front of Chesapeake Energy Arena, home to the Oklahoma City Thunder. Number 5 is the southernmost platform, and as the new convention center, Omni Hotel and Scissortail Park get closer to completion, the traffic to this hub will increase, too.

Number 6 is the Myriad Gardens platform, which is a popular yearround destination. The gardens are a 15-acre botanical retreat for guests in the middle of the city. The landscaping is changed seasonally for maximum greenery and blossoms, and the Crystal Bridge tropical conservatory is home to more than 700 species of plants.

In the winter, the splash pad next to the restaurant is converted into an ice skating rink.

The Century Center at platform 20 is home to Mahogany Prime Steakhouse and Café 7, the former a popular fine dining establishment with great preand post-game bar crowds, and the latter a family-friendly bistro with meals all priced around seven dollars.

Directly across the street is the Colcord Hotel, OKC’s first skyscraper, built in 1909. Flint, an excellent brunch spot, is on the ground floor.

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Down a short causeway is the entrance to the Devon Tower, with Vast, a topof-the-city fine dining restaurant, on the 49th floor. Vast also has a cocktail lounge and bar if you just want drinks with a view.

THE BUSINESS DISTRICT PLATFORMS ( 7 - 9 , 18 - 19 ) Number 7 is adjacent to the beautiful downtown library, but it’s also a short walk to important business destinations. Just west of the platform is Hightower Park, a lovely pocket park next to the Oklahoma City Museum of Art. The museum is home year round to the beautiful glass artwork of Dale Chihuly, and visitors can find portions of the museum’s permanent collection on floors two and three. The Civic Center is one more block west, just across Bicentennial Park, another urban pocket park. One block north is Patrono, some of the best Italian food available in Oklahoma City.

Platform 8 is the connector for access to EMBARK’s bus routes. The platform is on the edge of Midtown, just a short two blocks from Elemental Coffee and Tamashii Ramen. Both nine and eighteen are located adjacent to the Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum, one of our state’s most revered and meaningful destinations.

Tour the museum, walk the grounds, view the interactive screens, and see how our beautiful city responded to tragedy with spirit and strength.

Platform 19 is near Kerr Park, the Skirvin Hotel, Leadership Square, Sandridge Energy and Continental Resources. It’s also a short walk from Kitchen 324, one of the city’s most popular brunch restaurants. With full coffee service, freshly baked pastries, and tantalizing entrees for omnivores and vegetarians, 324 is a beautiful downtown hotspot. Yes, they have a full bar.

THE AUTOMOBILE ALLEY PLATFORMS ( 1 0 - 12 ) Situated on historic Automobile Alley on N. Broadway Ave., these three platforms are convenient to Hideaway Pizza, Red Primesteak, Yuzo Sushi, Sidecar Bar, and one of the city’s best wine shops, Broadway Wine Merchants.

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THE MIDTOWN P L A T F O R M S ( 13 - 16 ) Other than the Bricktown platforms, the Midtown leg has the most dining and entertainment options.

Fine dining at Café Cuvee in the Ambassador Hotel is our city’s version of approachable French cuisine. After dinner, pop up to the O Bar and get a craft cocktail with a view of the downtown skyline from the rooftop balcony. McNellie’s Pub is just off the number 14 platform.

The popular beer mecca has 300 selections and a solid menu of pub food, burgers and entrees.

For shopping, number 14 also drops you close to Black Scintilla boutique, Chirps & Cheers, Barkeep, and several other shops and boutiques.

There is sushi at GoGo Sushi, Korean at Gogi Go and Brazilian food (including brunch!) at Café do Brasil. Popular indie bookstore Commonplace and its adjacent café are at the north edge of Midtown, too.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS FESTIVALS & EVENTS First Friday Gallery Walk

Pumpkinville Sensory Night

Wanderlust Pop Up Shops

First Friday of every month

American Indian Artists: 20th Century Masters

October 5

October 13

Paseo Arts District

September 1 – May 12

Myriad Botanical Gardens

Wheeler District

This event provides a more controlled and welcoming environment to experience the popular fall festival. No loud music and smaller crowds

Free, outdoor market that includes more than 80 artists, boutiques, hand crafted artisans, vintage shops, unique local vendors and a pumpkin patch

Zombie Apocalypse Paintball at Orr Family Farm October 5 – November 3

Victorian Radicals: From the PreRaphaelites to the Arts and Crafts Movement

Orr Family Farm

October 13 – January 6

More than 80 local artists in more than 20 galleries showcase new work and exhibits

Live! On the Plaza Second Friday of every month

Plaza District Plaza District’s monthly art walk featuring local artists, live music, food trucks, shopping and more

Third Thursdays at OKCMOA Third Thursday of every month

Oklahoma City Museum of Art Third Thursday features hands-on art activities, live music, food and beverages, $5 admission and much more

See You Saturdays Second Saturday of every month

Oklahoma Hall of Fame at the Gaylord-Pickens Museum Free admission to the Oklahoma Hall of Fame and GaylordPickens Museum

Saints Sessions Every Thursday

Saints Pub Saints Sessions are the home of the OKC Jazz Scene. For authentic, straight-ahead jazz, Saints Sessions is the place to be

Into the Fold: The Art and Science of Origami Daily through January 13

Science Museum Oklahoma See the work of 30 origami artists and explore the art form’s diverse styles, backgrounds and techniques as well as the unique applications for origami

National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum This exhibition highlights the depth of Indian art and the 20th century American masters who shaped it

Day Out with Thomas: Big Adventures Tour 2018 October 5 - 7

Oklahoma Railway Museum Take a ride with Thomas, meet Sir Topham Hatt, have fun in the Imagination Station, see authentic engines and enjoy tons of other activities

FrightFest September 29 – October 28

Frontier City Fun by day, Fright by night. Thrills and chills await for the entire family at Fright Fest at Frontier City

Erwin Redl: Whiteout at Campbell Art Park October 2018 – March 2019

Campbell Art Park Oklahoma Contemporary will partner with Madison Square Park Conservancy to bring Erwin Redl’s installation Whiteout to Campbell Art Park.

Pumpkinville October 5 – October 22

Myriad Botanical Gardens More than 16,000 pumpkins and gourds fill the Children’s Garden, transforming it into the fairytale town of Pumpkinville

The Orr Family Farm has been invaded by the undead and they are searching for brave men and women to take on this challenge.

Fridays and Saturdays only.

Saturdays in October

Oklahoma River Cruises Regatta Park

An Affair of the Heart

Kids wear your costume and ride the haunted boat. There will be candy, activity books and costume contests on-board.

Monarch Madness 5K & Festival October 6

October 20, 21, 27, 28

Oklahoma City Zoo & Botanical Gardens Children are invited to wear their Halloween costumes to the OKC Zoo during the 2 weekends before Halloween for this unique trick-or-treat tradition

Haunt the Harn October 25

Harn Homstead Old fashioned Halloween fun including trick or treating, face painting, pumpkin bowling, a cupcake walk, hay ride and more

Oklahoma City Museum of Art Victorian Radicals will bring together an extensive array of works—many of which have never been exhibited outside the UK—to illuminate this dynamic period of British art

Kids Haunt the River

Haunt the Zoo

Gypsy Glam Roadshow Fall Festival October 27

Tony’s Tree Plantation

October 19 – 21 & February 8-10

Oklahoma State Fair Park Three-day shopping event features unique, one-of-a-kind and often handmade items from jewelry and handbags to furniture, clothing and gourmet foods

Oklahoma City Zoo & Botanical Gardens

Midtown Walkabout

After running (or walking) the race through the zoo, join us as we celebrate the monarch migration and learn how you can help monarchs and other pollinators

Midtown

Featuring food trucks, trick or treating and lots of shopping.

There’ll be face painting, costumes, clowns, games, prizes, a pooch parade, make-andtake art, pumpkin decorating and more.

Trick Orr Treat at Orr Family Farm October 27

Orr Family Farm Come out to the Orr Family Farm for our family-friendly Halloween spectacular!

October 20

Midtown merchants will be providing specials, discounts, in-store activities and promotions, and giveaways.

Turn the Town Upside Down!

October 10 – 13

Stockyards Stampede

Cox Convention Center

October 20

National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum

Mistletoe Market Three-day, one-stop holiday shopping extravaganza featuring unique merchandise from more than 100 carefully selected vendors from Oklahoma and across the country

Stockyards City Come watch the “Stampede” of Oklahoma Longhorn steers welcome you with a western introduction. Chuck wagons and authentic activities make this a family to-do

October 27

Begin Halloween with imaginative, kid-friendly activities in the transformed Prosperity Junction. Families can sample sarsaparilla, decorate pumpkins, sample peppermint sticks and saltwater taffy and more. Be sure to come in costume

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Day of the Dead Festival

Orr’s Gourd Wild: Pumpkin Festival

Lights on Broadway

Fall Finale at Orr Family Farm

Junk Hippy Roadshow

November 17

October 28

November 3

November 10

Plaza District

Orr Family Farm

Automobile Alley

Heritage Place

The 5th annual Day of the Dead Festival will feature food trucks, Hispanic and Dia de Los Muertos influenced artisans, face painters, live music, traditional dance performances, kids activities and more

Bring your old pumpkins out to the Farm to smash or use the farm’s unsold pumpkins for this extravaganza! Guests can take a stroll through pumpkin guts and goo during the bash and destroy pumpkins

Brick-or-Treat

Devon Ice Rink

October 30

November 9 – January 27

Bricktown

Myriad Botanical Gardens

Candy hunt for kids in costume at various businesses throughout the district. There will be free pumpkin painting, a photo booth, mascots from local teams and lots of great costumes to enjoy

Join us for another great winter of outdoor ice skating at Downtown in December’s premier attraction

Downtown in December November – January

Downtown One-of-a-kind winter experience featuring a series of holiday events and attractions in the heart of Oklahoma City. Enjoy outdoor ice skating, a tree lighting festival, visits with Santa, snow tubing, shopping and so much more

Dia de los Muertos November 2

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Gypsy Glam Holiday Shopping Extravaganza November 11

Oklahoma City Public Farmers Market Featuring food trucks, live music, holiday shopping with local shops, wine tasting and more.

Stockyards City Tree Lighting November 16

Stockyards City Come the Friday before Thanksgiving and watch as Santa spreads Christmas cheer and Stockyards City becomes magical

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Cruise down historic Automobile Alley for the district’s holiday open house and the first day of this year’s stunning light display.

Retail shops and restaurants will feature buzz-worthy holiday window displays in addition to children’s activities, special promotions and giveaways

Orr Family Farm

Bricktown Tree Lighting Festival

Stockyards City

November 23

Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark Kick off the holiday in Bricktown as Mayor David Holt lights the Christmas Tree with Santa Claus.

The tree lighting festival will also include a live band, food trucks, face painting and visits with Santa

Parlor Car Tours November 23 – January 1

Science Museum Oklahoma Take a guided walk through Science Museum Oklahoma’s fully-restored Pullman Parlor Car and get a glimpse of how people traveled in style during the early 20th century. Parlor car tours are available as a special offering only during the holiday season

A Frontier Christmas November 30 – December 30

Frontier City Enjoy Christmas lights, visits with Santa Claus, rides, holiday shows and more at Frontier City during the holiday season

Enjoy the last day of Orr’s fall season. Fall decorations will be on sale alongside our regular farm activities

Stockyards City Christmas Parade December 1

Spread Christmas cheer with a parade! Come see horses, longhorns, riding clubs, clowns, wagons and the grand finale of our Cowboy Santa Claus

SandRidge Santa Run December 1

SandRidge Energy Participants can prance in the streets of downtown Oklahoma City for a 5K race, one-mile Fun Run or the free Kids’ Dash as part of the Downtown in December festivities

Breakfast with Santa at Orr Family Farm December 1

Orr Family Farm Enjoy a pancake breakfast, story time, a Christmas craft and carols with Santa. Make sure to bring your camera to get a picture with Santa

December 1

Named one of the top vintage events in the U.S. by Country Living Magazine and Flea Market Style Magazine

OKC Train Show December 1 - 2

Oklahoma Railway Museum One of the largest model train shows in the region with operating model train displays, workshops and clinics, vendors and more

Sleigh Bells Market December 2

Oklahoma City Public Farmers Market Sleigh Bells Market will feature lots of vendors with vintage, handmade and local goods!

Holiday drinks will be served by the Farmers Market Bar

Santa Delivers at the Zoo December 7

Oklahoma City Zoo & Botanical Gardens Santa will visit the Zoo and deliver “wild” gifts to the animals in the Children’s Zoo barnyard area. Take pictures with Santa and enjoy free hot chocolate and doughnuts

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Saturdays with Santa

Winter Break Drop-In Activities

Opening Night 2019

Monster Jam

Jurassic Quest

December 8 & 15

January 31

February 16-17

March 15 – 17

Devon Energy Center

December 17 – 24 & 26 – 31

Downtown

Chesapeake Energy Arena

Oklahoma State Fair Park

Ring in the new year with this family-friendly celebration.

Downtown Oklahoma City is the setting for a variety of bands, fireworks and an unforgettable children’s craft and performance area

World-class drivers compete in front of capacity crowds in both monster truck racing and freestyle competitions

America’s largest and most realistic dinosaur event. It is the only dinosaur event with true-tolife size dinosaurs

Leake Classic Car Show & Auction

Go Green, St. Patrick’s Day

Museum Films Presents: 2019 Academy Award Nominated Films

February 22-23

March 17

Oklahoma State Fair Park

Myriad Botanical Gardens

Features a vast array of cars including vintage, collector, muscle, high-performance and specialty vehicles

May the luck of the Irish be with you as we celebrate St. Patrick’s Day! Guests can enjoy food trucks, vendors, an Irish Step performance and fun fiddling tunes.

Children can visit with Santa and other holiday characters, make crafts, ride a train, listen to live music and other activities

Indie Trunk Show December 8

Oklahoma State Fair Park Over 200 Oklahoma businesses will be setup for a day full of shopping local

Christmas Train December 8, 15 & 22

Oklahoma Railway Museum Come see Santa and Mrs. Claus, sing Christmas carols and hear a reading of Christmas stories

Polar Express PJ and Pancake Party December 9

Myriad Botanical Gardens Guests will be able to ice skate at the Devon Ice Rink, drink hot cocoa, eat pancakes and create Polar Express crafts! Santa, will also make an appearance to read The Polar Express to children in attendance

Sensory Santa Morning December 9

Myriad Botanical Gardens An event tailored for families with special needs. Join us inside the Crystal Bridge Tropical Conservatory for a morning with Santa

National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum Load up the family and explore the Museum and create special make-and-takes at the Activity Tables

Winter Solstice Celebration December 21

Myriad Botanical Gardens Join us for the longest night of the year. Take advantage of extended hours in the Crystal Bridge for nighttime viewing of the décor inside as they stay open past regular closing time.

The Nutcracker Tea December 22

Civic Center Music Hall Enjoy wondrous treats and meet your favorite characters from The Nutcracker as the Kingdom of Sweets come to life

Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration January 21

Myriad Botanical Gardens Celebrate the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with a morning of music, crafts, readings and food.

At 11:30 join us for a reading of Dr. King’s famous I Have A Dream Speech

February

Oklahoma City Museum of Art Museum Films is rolling out the red carpet for the 2019 Oscar contenders in the month of February from short films to some of the year’s most acclaimed feature films

Groundhog Day at the Zoo February 2

Oklahoma City Zoo & Botanical Gardens

Friends of the Library Book Sale Oklahoma State Fair Park

March 21 – 24

Thousands of books for sale in this annual fundraiser for the Metropolitan Library System

Experience the thrill of the three ring circus

March 8-10

Oklahoma State Fair Park

Lunar New Year: Year of the Pig

OKC Land Run Antique Show

Myriad Botanical Gardens The Myriad Gardens will partner with Super Cao Nguyen in the OKC Asian District to celebrate Lunar New Year. There will be music, face painting and fun for the entire family

Oklahoma State Fair Park

OKC International Auto Show

Don’t miss the wild weather fun as the OKC Zoo’s animal ambassadors make their annual prediction

February 8

India Shrine Circus

February 22-24

Check out the latest vehicles from major manufacturers, as well as classics and specialty cars

March 9-10

Oklahoma State Fair Park Antiques, collectibles, furniture, jewelry, art, books and more from dozens of dealers

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SPORTING EVENTS Oklahoma City Energy FC USL Pro Soccer

Redland Rendezvous Volleyball Tournament

Bart & Nadia Sports Spectacular

March – September

Oklahoma City Blue G-League Affiliate of the Oklahoma City Thunder

January 6 – 7

February 15 – 17

Taft Stadium

November – April

Oklahoma State Fair Park

Cox Convention Center

Oklahoma Regatta Festival

Cox Convention Center

September 28 – 30

24 The Hard Way

United States Junior Open Wrestling Championships

Big 12 Women’s Basketball Tournament

Boathouse District

October 20 – 21

January 3 – 5

March 8 – 11

State Fair Park

Chesapeake Energy Arena

Harlem Globetrotters February 10

USA Wrestling Girls Folkstyle Nationals

Chesapeake Energy Arena

March 20 – 24

Oklahoma City Thunder NBA Basketball October – April

Chesapeake Energy Arena

Bluff Creek Park

All-College Basketball Classic - University of Oklahoma vs.

Wichita State University December 8

Chesapeake Energy Arena

Cox Convention Center

EQUINE & RODEO EVENTS Grand National & World Championship Morgan Horse Show

American Quarter Horse Association World Championship

World Championship Barrel Racing Futurity

International Finals Rodeo

December 3 – 8

January 18 – 20

October 6 – 13

November 1 – 17

Oklahoma State Fair Park

Oklahoma State Fair Park

Oklahoma State Fair Park

Oklahoma State Fair Park

Cinch US Team Roping Championships National Finals

National Reining Horse Futurity

Oklahoma City Patriot Qualifier Team Roping

Professional Bull Riders

January 18 – 20

Chesapeake Energy Arena

October 21 – 27

Oklahoma State Fair Park

Oklahoma State Fair Park

November 22 – December 1

Oklahoma State Fair Park

January 19 – 20

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Mat Kearney October 2

The Jones Assembly

Reik – Des Amor Tour October 6

Andy Mineo + Lecrae – Better Late Than Never Tour October 16

Tower Theatre

Diamond Ballroom

Rod Stewart

Classics 2 Wild Individualism

Chesapeake Energy Arena

October 6

Civic Center Music Hall Presented by OKC Philharmonic

Café Tacvba – Niu Gueis Tur 2018 October 7

Diamond Ballroom

UB40 October 9

Tower Theatre

Arctic Monkeys October 10

The Criterion

Father John Misty October 11

The Jones Assembly

Melinda Doolittle October 12-13

Civic Center Music Hall Presented by OKC Philharmonic

October 18

Trivium – The Sin and The Sentence World Tour October 19

Diamond Ballroom

Allen Stone w/ Nick Waterhouse October 23

Tower Theatre

Social Distortion

Puddles Pity Party October 14

Tower Theatre

Chesapeake Energy Arena

Hippo Campus November 5

The Jones Assembly

An Evening with Dawes: Passwords Tour November 6

The Jones Assembly

Good Charlotte November 9

October 25

November 13 – 18

Civic Center Music Hall

November 14

Greensky Bluegrass

October 26 – 28

Civic Center Music Hall

October 28

The Jones Assembly

Cirque du Soleil’s Crystal October 31 – November 4

Cox Convention Center

January 4 – 5

February 22 – 24

Civic Center Music Hall

Civic Center Music Hall

Presented by OKC Philharmonic

Presented by the Oklahoma City Ballet

The Phantom of the Opera

Girlfriend

Diamond Ballroom

SOMO

January 9 – 20

Civic Center Music Hall

Lyric Theatre

Presented by OKC Philharmonic

Koe Wetzel November 30

November 14

The Jones Assembly

Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox November 17

Presented by OKC Broadway

The Sounds of Simon & Garfunkel

Canterbury Christmas

Curious George

Civic Center Music Hall

January 23 – February 17

December 2

Lyric Theatre

Presented by OKC Philharmonic

Kurt Vile and the Violators December 5

The Jones Assembly

Trans-Siberian Orchestra: The Ghosts of Christmas Eve December 5

Chesapeake Energy Arena

Sesame Street Live!

December 8 – 9

Cox Convention Center

Tower Theatre

Brian Regan

Lyric’s A Christmas Carol

The Criterion

November 23 – December 23

Lyric Theatre

Five Finger Death Punch & Breaking Benjamin November 29

Chesapeake Energy Arena

February 27 – March 17

Tower Theatre

December 1

Presented by Canterbury Voices

The Nixons

Septime Webre’s Alice (In Wonderland)

Civic Center Music Hall

Love Never Dies

Tower Theatre

Tower Theatre

August Bournonville’s La Sylphide

Civic Center Music Hall

The Jones Assembly October 25

November 23 – December 1

Revolution: The Beatles Symphonic Experience

Diamond Ballroom

Of Montreal

Andy Grammer – The Good Parts Tour

Tower Theatre

November 3

St. Lucia w/ Arkells

October 12

October 13

The Christmas Show

Diamond Ballroom

Presented by the Oklahoma City Ballet

The Steeldrivers

The Kevin Hart Irresponsible Tour

Presented by OKC Broadway

October 24

Thomas Rhett: Life Changes Tour 2018 Chesapeake Energy Arena

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December 9

Devon Energy’s The Nutcracker December 14 – 23

Civic Center Music Hall Presented by the Oklahoma City Ballet

Puddle of Mudd December 15

February 16

Justin Timberlake: The Man of the Woods Tour January 26

Chesapeake Energy Arena

March 5 – 10

Civic Center Music Hall Presented by OKC Broadway

Classics 5 Grand Romanticism

Classics 3 Independent Creativity

March 16

January 26

Civic Center Music Hall Presented by OKC Philharmonic

The Hot Sardines February 1 – 2

Civic Center Music Hall Presented by OKC Philharmonic

Civic Center Music Hall Presented by OKC Philharmonic

Waitress March 19 – 24

Civic Center Music Hall Presented by OKC Broadway

P!NK

Classics 4 Impressionist Variations

March 23

Chesapeake Energy Arena

February 16

Civic Center Music Hall Presented by OKC Philharmonic

A Bronx Tale

E.T. The ExtraTerrestrial in Concert March 29 – 30

Civic Center Music Hall Presented by OKC Philharmonic

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Oklahoma City’s unique past and bright future can be experienced through its many distinct districts.

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ADVENTURE DISTRICT In this case, the name says it all – this district is full of adventure for the whole family. From the can’t-miss National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, to the rush of live horseracing at Remington Park Racing Casino, to visiting Oklahoma City’s wildest residents at the Oklahoma City Zoo and Botanical Gardens, there’s plenty of fun for the young and young at heart.

Go all in with the OKC Zoo’s Wild Encounters experiences Step behind-the-scenes with an animal caretaker to get an up close look at some of the Zoo’s amazing animals.

Sample Oklahoma City’s Western heritage at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum In addition to its world-class art and exhibits, this museum is also home to Prosperity Junction, a replica turn-ofthe-century cattle town.

Experience the thrill of scientific discovery at Science Museum Oklahoma Kids of all ages will love exploring eight acres of hands-on science experiences with thousands of space, aviation and cultural artifacts in the mix. This is especially true in the “CurioCity” exhibit, a 20,000-square-foot area of discovery that uses interactive devices and creative settings to encourage learning through play.

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ARTS DISTRICT Want to experience the arts scene in OKC? Equal parts historic and revitalized, the Arts District, including Film Row, is home to many of the major venues for visual and performing arts in the city, as well as a mix of artistic businesses, locally-owned restaurants and more.

Fun Food Starts Here Enjoy brunch, lunch or dinner, as well as live music and craft cocktails, at The Jones Assembly where the Instagram-worthy patios are a destination unto themselves.

Relive the rad ‘80s at Flashback RetroPub With its vintage arcade games, Rubik’s Cube cocktail tables and ‘80s-themed karaoke, you’ll feel like you’ve gone “Back to the Future” at OKC’s only ‘80s-themed bar. Enjoy a drink and take on Mario, Donkey Kong, Qbert or any of the more than 30 arcade games. Leg warmers and Hammer pants are optional.

Check out the Art The Oklahoma City Museum of Art is home to a permanent collection of American and European art, as well as an extensive collection of Dale Chihuly Glass.

Contemporary art is at the heart of the 21c Museum Hotel experience with rotating exhibitions and cultural programming, and it’s always free even if you’re not staying the night. And Civic Center Music Hall is where the Oklahoma City Philharmonic, Oklahoma City Ballet and OKC Broadway all perform.

ASIAN DISTRICT Oklahoma City’s foodie scene is alive and well in the Asian District, where an influx of Vietnamese immigrants in the 1970s created a hub now known for its Asian fusion cuisine. Here you will find some of the best Asian restaurants in OKC, including authentic Vietnamese food that rivals any found this side of the Pacific.

Grab a bowl of pho The Asian District is best experienced through food, and it’s hard to beat this traditional Vietnamese noodle soup.

Favorites with the locals include Pho Cuong and Pho Lien Hoa. Eat beyond Asia The district’s culinary influences travel far beyond Asian cuisine. Be sure to visit Cafe Kacao for a Guatemalanstyle brunch. Or grab a cup of joe and a vegetarian meal from The Red Cup, another café that perfectly captures the bohemian and ecclectic vibe of this district.

See the “Brothers in Arms” Vietnam War Memorial Monument This bronze statue depicts an American and South Vietnamese soldier standing back-to-back, representing the unity of brother warriors in battle. It is the centerpiece of the Plaza of Flags in Military Park at 1200 NW 24th Street, near North Classen Boulevard.

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BOATHOUSE DISTRICT Whether you want to train like an Olympian or just have some fun, the Boathouse District along the Oklahoma River is a hotspot for outdoor recreation. Located within walking distance of the Bricktown Entertainment District, it’s the official U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Training Site for rowing and canoe/kayak and hosts numerous regattas throughout the year.

Get on the water with a RIVERSPORT Adventure Pass This day pass will allow you to sample all the activities offered at the Boathouse District, including rafting, canoeing, kayaking, standup paddleboarding and more. The Boathouse District also offers more than 13 miles of paved trails for running, walking or cycling for those who prefer to stay on land.

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Enjoy an aquatic adventure at the RIVERSPORT Rapids OKC’s state-of-the-art whitewater rafting and kayaking facility offers both family fun and elite athlete training. Lower flow channels offer great family rafting and kayaking experiences, and the higher flow channels allow Olympic whitewater athletes the chance to train in Oklahoma City. No matter your athletic ability, this course is a mustdo OKC experience.

Climb to new heights on the SandRidge Sky Trail This 80-foot structure is the tallest adventure course of its kind in the world. With six levels of challenges, the higher you climb, the harder it gets! From the top, you can speed down your choice of four 72-foot Sky Slides or free fall from the Rumble Drop. The Sky Trail also includes the SandRidge Sky Zip, a 700-foot zip line across the Oklahoma River and back.

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UPTOWN Uptown is gaining quite the local reputation as a fun, easy place to dine, shop and drink. The attractions are casual, very accessible and are largely owned by local proprietors.

DEEP DEUCE The Deep Deuce District, located just north of Bricktown, was the heart of Oklahoma City’s AfricanAmerican neighborhood in the 1920s and 30s, and during that time the district was known for its incredible jazz music. Music legends Jimmy Rushing and Charlie Christian both called Deep Deuce home, as did Ralph Ellison, the author of Invisible Man. Explore Deep Deuce like a Local Deep Deuce is recapturing its glory days as a vibrant urban neighborhood. Today, it’s a popular urban housing location and has several neighborhood hangouts like Deep Deuce Grill, Leaf + Bean, Belle Kitchen, Wheeze the Juice and Anchor Down, which is a gourmet corn dog eatery (yes, we said gourmet) located in a shipping container. Trust us, it is worth trying.

Get inspired by the Art Stop by [Artspace] at Untitled to view their many rotating exhibitions. Or if you feel inspired, sign up for one of their many creative workshops.

Uptown, Funk You Up The newly re-opened Tower Theatre adds live music options to the Uptown mix. Visitors get a true taste of Oklahoma culture while historic architecture from the heyday of Route 66 adds a neon glow to your adventures.

Get a Taste of Uptown Nationally recognized and locally loved, Uptown 23rd has long offered great food in a casual setting.

Try The Drake for fresh seafood daily or a local favorite, Cheever’s, for classic American cuisine in a vintage flower shop. Pizzeria Gusto uses an authentic Neapolitan wood-fired pizza oven to make your meal. Or, savor soft Korean buns stuffed with plenty of options at UR/Bun as well as housemade soft-serve. Visit Guyutes for craft beer or The Rockford Cocktail Den and the Bunker Club for retro atmosphere. Nice weather? Hit The Pump Bar for a drink on the patio.

Uptown with the Family Think you are a whiz at solving mysteries? Test your chops at The Escape OKC, a live-escape game where you have 60 minutes to solve the puzzles and mysteries of a locked room. The easiest game room has a 38 percent escape rate, so good luck.

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BRICKTOWN Just a short walk from downtown hotels, event venues and attractions, this former warehouse district is filled with restaurants, nightlife and entertainment options. From taking a cruise along the Bricktown Canal to catching an Oklahoma City Dodger’s game at the Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark, Bricktown is a favorite destination for visitors and locals alike.

Enjoy a night out on the town Bricktown has plenty of nightlife options, including the rock-and-roll dueling pianos of Michael Murphy’s.

Part concert, part comedy roast, this show is sure to have you rolling with laughter and tapping your toes to the request-driven music.

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Cruise the mile-long Bricktown Canal on a Bricktown Water Taxi This 40-minute trip is the perfect way to tour through Bricktown, from the eastern edge of downtown all the way to the northern edge of the Oklahoma River. All taxis are staffed by ambassadors that narrate points of interest along the way and give a feel for the unique history and culture of the area.

Schedule a play date at Brickopolis Brickopolis has amped up the district’s level of family-friendly fun by offering miniature golf, laser tag, arcade games and multiple dining options.

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AUTOMOBILE ALLEY Located north of downtown along Broadway Avenue, the Automobile Alley district was originally home to the city’s car dealerships, a fact that is immortalized in the neon signs that still hang from its original buildings. The past and the present combine to make this district effortlessly cool with lots to offer, including some of Oklahoma City’s best shopping, dining and nightlife.

Bring your appetite to one of the local restaurants Cultivar Mexican Kitchen delivers an innovative take on traditional Mexican fare with fresh, sustainablysourced ingredients from local farms and other trusted sources. Their guacamole is a can’t-miss. For a refined take on the urban chophouse concept, Broadway 10 Bar & Chophouse offers wood-fired meats and handcrafted cocktails.

Wet your whistle with whiskey or wine For wine lovers, Waters Edge Winery offers more than 50 different locallymade wines from the world’s finest grapes. You can even create, bottle, cork and label your own private vintage to commemorate your visit. For stronger libations, check out Sidecar Barley & Wine Bar. Sidecar offers beer and wine on tap, single-malt scotch and local house cocktails. And with bar food that consists of smoked salmon, gourmet paninis and fresh hummus, you can count on this bar to elevate your happy hour to the next level.

Treat yourself to a souvenir at one of the local shops Be sure to visit SHOP GOOD, a philanthropic-minded shop offering jewelry, clothing and gifts; PLENTY Mercantile, a sustainably-focused shop that offers a variety of goods; and Siempre Viva, where all of the clothing and accessories are made in the highlands of southern Mexico by indigenous artisans.

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STO C K YA R D S CITY Home to a number of shops specializing in all things western, you can outfit an entire ranch (cattle included) or just find a new pair of boots and enjoy a great steak in Stockyards City. It’s home to the Oklahoma National Stock Yards, the world’s largest feeder and stocker cattle market, where live cattle auctions take place every Monday and Tuesday and are open to the public.

Eat like a ranch hand The oldest continually-operating restaurant in Oklahoma City and a nationally-known Stockyards City staple, Cattlemen’s Steakhouse has been visited by presidents, movie stars, pro athletes and music icons, among others. It’s worth a visit for a delicious steak, some everpopular lamb fries and a thick slice of coconut cream pie. If you’re out and about early, they serve one of the hardiest (and best) breakfasts in town.

Belly up to a 50-foot-long oaken bar McClintock Saloon & Chop House combines an Old West saloon experience, including 170 types of whiskeys, with upscale dining, right in the heart of the district.

Shop the West Check out the vast selection of boots, hats, pearl snaps and more at Langston’s Western Wear. There’s also custom boots and more at Little Joe’s Boots and Docs and custom hats at Shorty’s Caboy Hattery. And Prairie Dust Soaps & Stuff is just too cute to pass up, with handmade soaps, bath bombs, candles and other gifts.

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WESTERN AV E N U E From upscale to accessible, contemporary to antique, the Western Avenue district has a little bit of everything. From the local dives on Western avenue to the chic shops along Classen Curve, this district has you covered for shopping and eating.

Explore Classen Curve Some of OKC’s most fashionable shops are in the Classen Curve shopping area along Western Avenue between Northwest Grand Boulevard and Classen Boulevard. National retailers include lululemon athletica, Anthropologie and West Elm. Shop local Classen Curve has lots of local retailers too, like Balliet’s, On a Whim and Liberté. Outside Classen Curve, there are local favorites like Weldon Jack, which is part oldschool barbershop and part hip retailer with art, apparel, motorcycle gear and grooming products.

Hunt for vintage and vinyl If curated treasure hunting is more your style, visit one of Western Avenue’s many antique stores, like Antique Avenue. Western Avenue is also home to Guestroom Records, which sells new and old vinyl albums for your listening pleasure.

Dine Local West on Western Avenue offers contemporary American food with favorites such as the Zucca Chips, but you’ve been warned – they are addictive. Stop in Big Sky Bread Co. for their daily offerings of made fresh cookies, muffins and rolls. For a large selection of beer paired with several TV’s, dine at RePUBlic Gastropub in Classen Curve. It’s a perfect spot to watch a game or go out on a date.

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MIDTOWN On the northern edge of downtown and just west of Automobile Alley, the Midtown district connects the hustle and bustle of downtown with the stately historic neighborhoods to its north. With a mix of local restaurants, neighborhood pubs and unique shops, it’s a great place to experience the best of OKC’s recent urban renaissance.

Shop Local Shopping local is easy in Midtown.

Ladies can find the perfect outfit at Mode or Black Scintilla. For the men, Trade Men’s Wares has a collection of men’s clothing, bags, high-end grooming products and accessories. You can grab some fresh roasted coffee at Elemental Coffee Roasters. And Chirps and Cheers is one of the cutest stationery shops around with its picturesque window display and curated collection of paper and gift items.

Roll a Strike at Dust Bowl This 12-lane bowling alley harkens back to the heyday of bowling with its retro-inspired décor (think wood paneling and shag carpets).

Located below Fassler Hall, you can bowl a few frames and then walk upstairs to enjoy beers and brats at this German-inspired beer garden. If you enjoy the vintage-bar vibe, take a short walk and pay a visit to R&J’s Supper Club as well.

Notable Noshes in Midtown Two of Midtown’s most popular restaurants are making “patio season” a year-round thing.

Snuggle up with friends in front of the outdoor fireplace at Barrio’s Mexican Kitchen or grab a toasty slice of pizza at The Hall’s Pizza Kitchen, but make reservations as these prime spots fill up fast.

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Known for its eclectic art galleries (many attached to working artists’ studios) and shops, as well as its distinctive Spanish Revival architecture, the Paseo Arts District has a bohemian vibe that’s great for exploring on foot. Situated around a curvy, tree-lined street, Paseo is home to more than 80 artists, plus shops, bars and restaurants.

Rub elbows with the locals at Paseo’s bars and restaurants Paseo is surrounded by neighborhoods on all sides, so it makes sense that this district offers some of Oklahoma City’s favorite local hangouts. Be sure to check out the Paseo Grill, Picasso Café, the Other Room and Sauced, just to name a few. There’s also lots of new additions to the food scene in Paseo, like the dairy-free, egg-free donuts from Holey Rollers Donuts and the biscuit sliders and other delectable offerings from Buttermilk.

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Explore Paseo during the First Friday Gallery Walk Want to experience the best the district has to offer all at the same time? First Friday Gallery Walk happens (you guessed it) on the first Friday (6-10 p.m.) of each month.

Opening receptions for featured artists and a fun street scene await you at the oldest art walk in Oklahoma City.

Embrace your inner artist Whether you want to add to your art collection or brush up on your own artistic skills, this district will act as your muse and provide all the inspiration you need.

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PLAZA DISTRICT If you’re the sort that likes to check out the hip and happening, you’ll find it in the Plaza District; an enclave of locally-owned shops, neighborhood bars, quirky galleries and fun-and-funky restaurants.

Named for the historic Plaza Theater (built in 1935), the area has become a hub for creativity and a magnet for local businesses.

Its namesake theater is now the nationally-renowned Lyric on the Plaza Theatre, where you can catch live performances in season.

Sample some of the best craft beer in Oklahoma Oak & Oar lives up to its slogan of “Craft Beer and Craft Fare” by keeping 36 always-rotating Oklahoma beers on tap. Other popular restaurants in the district with extensive beer selections include The Mule, which offers up crafty grilled cheese sandwiches and beer battered fries, and Empire Slice House, where mind-blowing pizza is served until 2 a.m. Monday – Saturday and midnight on Sunday.

Satisfy your sweet tooth It doesn’t get much better than Roxy’s Ice Cream Social, a food truck turned permanent establishment that scoops up the best salted caramel ice cream in existence (in our humble opinion).

Roxy’s Ice Cream pairs nicely with the nearby Pie Junkie’s tasty options. Buy pie by the slice or get the whole thing – we won’t judge.

Shop for the perfect only-in-OKC gifts Check out the affordable art and locally-sourced clothing, accessories and gifts at Dig It! Boutique, DNA Galleries or Out On A Limb Boutique. They’re all steps away from one another.

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CITY CENTER Marked by the skyscrapers that form Oklahoma City’s unique skyline, City Center is the center for business in OKC. Mixed in with the hustle and bustle are some of OKC’s top attractions, restaurants and must-see museums.

Must-See Museums The Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum serves as a place to remember those who were killed, those who survived and those changed forever in the bombing of the Alfred P. Murrah Building. Take a self-guided tour through the story of April 19, 1995 and the days, weeks, months and years that followed. You can also learn about Oklahoma’s Native American history at the Red Earth Art Center. More than 1,000 items of traditional and contemporary fine art, pottery, basketry, textiles and beadwork reside inside. Admission is free Monday through Friday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Splurge-Worthy Dining 726 feet up, Vast offers a 360 degree view of the city and beyond offering upscale American food. Back on the ground, Flint offers great views of the Myriad Botanical Gardens from their popular patio. And Mahogany Steakhouse is another upscale dining experience in downtown and a popular spot after Thunder games, for fans and players alike.

Downtown in December Celebrate the holidays for nearly three months in OKC with Downtown in December! This one-of-a-kind winter experience features outdoor ice skating, themed fun-run’s, snow tubing in the ballpark, free water taxi excursions, tons of performing arts and plenty of twinkling lights.

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A full-fledged visit to OKC isn’t complete without a trip to these uniquely-OKC destinations.

GET FESTIVE WITH DOWNTOWN IN DECEMBER Downtown in December is a series of holiday events in the heart of Oklahoma City taking place from late November through the end of January. From the inaugural tree lighting ceremony in Bricktown to outdoor ice skating at the

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Myriad Gardens, several holiday performances and fun-runs to snow tubing at the Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark and more, it’s a one-of-a-kind winter experience you’ll only get in Oklahoma City.

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S AY H O W DY TO BUFFALO BILL Known as the “West’s front door,” Buffalo Bill stands at the Southeast ridge of Persimmon Hill at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum.

The statue has been located at the museum since 1977 and serves as a tribute to the spirit of the West and to the man who embodies this spirit.

The statue is one of the largest bronze sculptures west of the Mississippi and is surrounded by beautiful landscaping outside of the museum. Experience the history and artistic beauty that more than 12 million people have seen at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum.

GET ACTIVE AT RIVERSPORT ADVENTURES & RIVERSPORT RAPIDS Conquer your fear of heights on the tallest adventure course of its kind in the world on the Sandridge Sky Trail in the Boathouse District. The 80-foot structure features six levels of challenges, and the higher you climb, the harder it gets! After you make your way through the rope bridges and balance beams, you can speed down one of four 72-foot Sky Slide’s- America’s tallest dry slide- or free fall 80-feet down on the Rumble Drop. You can also zip across the

Oklahoma River and back again along the Sandridge Sky Zip, a 700-foot zip line. Once you’ve conquered that, get a once-in-a-lifetime experience on the only urban whitewater rafting and kayaking course at RIVERSPORT Rapids. This Class II & IV rapids course will take you through several loops around the man-made excursion with some of the best raft guides around all while cooling off in the water and taking in OKC’s ever-growing skyline.

COME TO REMEMBER AT THE OKLAHOMA CIT Y NATIONAL MEMORIAL If you’ve never made it inside of the Oklahoma City National Memorial or it’s been years since your last visit, it’s worth a stop when you’re in town.

The Memorial recently went through a $10 million renovation upgrading the museum with state-of-the-art technology, hands-on exhibits and new artifacts. Detailed information on the investigation—including the vehicle Timothy McVeigh was

driving when he was pulled over and arrested—as well as the trails of evidence left behind are all a part of the new enhancements. Also added to the museum is a 40-foot glass overlook creating a seamless connection between the museum and memorial outside while seeing the ever-changing Oklahoma City skyline behind it.

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FLOAT ALONG THE BRICKTOWN CANAL Take a seat and enjoy the sites of the Bricktown Entertainment District on a Bricktown Water Taxi.

Once on board a water taxi, you’ll be entertained as you learn all about OKC’s history and recent renaissance. Boats run continuously every 10 to 15 minutes and tickets are all-day passes. You can ride round trip, which takes approximately 40 minutes, or you can board and exit at any of the docking locations along the canal to get you through Bricktown and down to the Boathouse District.

ESCAPE TO A TROPICAL OASIS The Crystal Bridge Tropical Conservatory at the Myriad Botanical Gardens in downtown OKC offers a unique design that has earned global attention and praise. It is 224 feet long, 70 feet in diameter and is covered by 3,028 translucent acrylic panels. Once inside, you’ll be welcomed by two distinct climates, some 750 varieties of plants and a cascading waterfall. It’s a beautiful oasis that is a must-see next time you’re in town.

RIDE THE WHEELER FERRIS WHEEL Once located at Pacific Park on the famed Santa Monica Pier, the Wheeler Ferris Wheel was purchased on eBay in 2008 and placed on the south shore of the Oklahoma River just west of downtown. Standing 100 feet high, it offers amazing views of the skyline and OKC’s famously-beautiful sunsets. While there, don’t miss the iconic “OKC” sign – perfect for capturing a great Instagram shot. There’s also plenty of hammocks to lounge in and food trucks that frequent the area.

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HORSE AROUND AT A SHOW Oklahoma City is known as the “Horse Show Capital of the World” with more national and international equine championship events than any other city in the world. Watch real life cowboys and cowgirls rope, ride and wrangle their way to the winners circle at State Fair Park throughout the year. Many of the shows are free or very affordable and deliver plenty of action to keep everyone entertained.

GAZE AT 55 FEET OF GLASS EXPERIENCE SANCTUARY ASIA Located in the southwest section of the Oklahoma City Zoo, Sanctuary Asia extends the Asian elephant herd’s existing habitat and creates new habitats for red pandas, Indian rhinos, langurs, Komodo dragons, Tanuki (raccoon dogs) and cassowary birds. The expansion also includes a two-story restaurant with a view into the elephant, rhino and Komodo dragon habitats plus a splash zone in the courtyard for children to enjoy during warmer months.

The Oklahoma City Museum of Art boasts one of the most comprehensive collections of Dale Chihuly glass in the world, including the 55-foot Eleanor Blake Kirkpatrick Memorial Tower in the museum’s atrium. Chihuly is heralded as the most important artist working in glass since Louis Comfort Tiffany, and the museum’s collection represents more than three decades of some of his finest work. Be sure to take a selfie when you’re in the hall of Chihuly glass - it’s the perfect backdrop.

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EXPLORE You can discover family-friendly attractions, locally-owned restaurants and unique experiences your whole family will enjoy all over Oklahoma City. Whether you have young children, tweens, teens, or are just young at heart, finding family fun is easy to do. Here’s a few suggestions to help you explore, play, learn and eat your way across OKC. Start your family adventure in the Adventure District. Experience the excitement of feeding giraffes, petting stingrays in Stingray Bay, and viewing native Oklahoma wildlife on the Oklahoma Trails at the Oklahoma City Zoo. Voted one of the top zoos in the U.S. by Parents Magazine, you’ll want to make plans to explore, attend a zookeeper chat or learn more about the animals. For an extra special visit, schedule a Wild Encounter to go behind the scenes and get up close and personal with grizzly bears, sea lions, elephants and Galapagos tortoises.

Next door to the zoo, science comes alive at Science Museum Oklahoma.

Interactive exhibits on the science floor teach and entertain, activities in the Tinkering Garage let you be an inventor, and in CurioCity (pronounced

“curiosity”) it’s play time for all ages inside the area’s eight neighborhoods.

For younger children, GadgetTrees is a two story tree house where little ones can play, explore and expend some energy.

What child doesn’t dream of being a firefighter? Step inside a replica fire station and see antique fire trucks at the Oklahoma State Firefighter’s Museum and Memorial.

Go back to the rugged American West at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum and catch a glimpse into the lives of American Cowboys, settlers and Native Americans. The interactive Children’s Cowboy Corral provides hours of western-style fun.

Saturdays, families will find special hands-on, minds-on activities designed especially for children.

hands-on exhibits at the Oklahoma City Museum of Art. This museum houses both European and American art, as well as one of the largest collections of Dale Chihuly glass in the world. Drop-In Art Saturday (1 to 4:00 pm) has unique activities for families to create their art work inspired by the museum’s collection.

Be sure to check out the Bricktown Entertainment District for plenty of family fun options. Take a cruise along the mile-long Bricktown Canal in a water taxi, check out the larger-thanlife Land Run monument, play a round of miniature golf at Brickopolis and explore the American Banjo Museum, home to more than 400 beautiful instruments.

If you want to discover local art, take the family to the Paseo Arts District, the city’s arts destination. The area is home to 80+ local artists and 22 galleries and hosts a First Friday Gallery Walk that brings visitors and local families together for art openings, gallery viewings, food trucks and shopping from 6 to 10:00 pm. Kids can enter the Craftroom for creative, hands-on projects. Families love the WWW.VISITOKC.COM

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LEARN Explore the Oklahoma History Center to discover the state’s rich history.

Oklahomans have contributed to our nation’s history in aviation, geology, transportation and more. See how that history impacts our present and future. Find special family activities throughout the museum including crafts, coloring, hands-on carts and educational trunks during First Saturday Hands-on History the first Saturday of each month.

Oklahoma City was changed forever in 1995. The Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum remembers all those affected by the events of April 19th, 1995 and tells the story of a

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community’s resolve to overcome and never forget. The Outdoor Symbolic Memorial is a must-see for any visitor. The newly renovated, state-of-the-art museum engages younger visitors like never before with interactive exhibits, artifacts and stories.

Visit one of only two skeleton museum’s in the world at the Museum of Osteology. Exhibits are truly unique as they feature animal skeletons from around the world.

The museum educates guests on anatomy, diversity and more. Pick up a scavenger hunt and follow the clues to learn more about the different exhibits.

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P L AY A favorite with active families is RIVERSPORT Adventures in the Boathouse District. Here you can play on land, water or in the sky.

The area is home to the Sandridge Sky Zip that lets you zip line 700 feet across the Oklahoma River, slide down one of the 72-foot Sky Slides (America’s tallest dry slides) and take on new heights on the Sandridge Sky Trail, the tallest adventure course of its kind. For those that want to get wet, head to RIVERSPORT Rapids for whitewater rafting, kayaking and tubing. Not to leave little ones out, there is a special Youth Zone for children under 48” with many of the same activities.

If you are looking for high speed thrills, head to Oklahoma City’s

amusement park, Frontier City. Thrill rides like the Diamondback and Silver Bullet are perfect if you seek an adrenaline rush. Family friendly rides like the Prairie Schooner and Renegade Rapids are fun for all ages.

New this year, Frontier City will open for “A Frontier Christmas” November 30 through December 30 featuring more than one million Christmas lights, visits with Santa, holiday shows and much more.

Basketball fans will enjoy watching the NBA’s Oklahoma City Thunder play at Chesapeake Energy Arena and soccer fans can cheer on the OKC Energy FC, the city’s United Soccer League team, at Taft Stadium.

Reconnect with nature in downtown Oklahoma City at the Myriad

Botanical Gardens. This 15- acre park is home to the Crystal Bridge Tropical Conservatory, beautiful outdoor gardens and a six acre Children’s Garden. Each fall, the Gardens are transformed into “Pumpkinville,” a harvest-themed park that features more than 16,000 pumpkins and fall festivities. Ride the Express Train, visit the pop-up shops and come for plenty of family fun.

A local favorite since 2003, families love heading out to Orr Family Farm.

Enjoy 50 acres of farm fun this fall with a pumpkin patch, hayrides, a fall maze, cannon blasters, fireworks every Friday and Saturday in October and Zombie Apocalypse Paintball for the older kids. There will also be pig races, the popular train rides and other farm fun through November 3.

Oklahoma City is home to world class indoor attractions too. Let the family be adventurous in the Chisholm Creek area while skydiving indoors at iFly, teeing off three stories high at Top Golf and then finishing at Main Event Entertainment with bowling, laser tag, billiards, games and an indoor ropes course. This area in northwest Oklahoma City is host to some of the newest family friendly restaurants and local shops, with Quail Springs Mall down the street.

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EAT You are sure to find whatever your family is craving at one of Oklahoma City’s many locally-owned restaurants. With casual atmospheres and varied options on most children’s menus, families can have a fun night out for dinner anywhere in the city.

You can start with an Oklahomaoriginal: the onion burger. Head to Tucker’s Onion Burger for one of the best burgers in town. If you’re really hungry, order the triple patty “Mother Tucker” and top it off with a milkshake.

Another family favorite, particularly for older kids, is The Mule in the Plaza District, where the classic grilled cheese is flipped upside down.

Try the Macaroni Pony with pulled pork barbecue, macaroni and cheese

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on jalapeño cornbread. You’ll never look at grilled cheese the same again.

For dessert, walk down the street to Pie Junkie for a slice of freshly made pie that’s made with lots and lots of love. You can’t go wrong with anything in the case, but S’More, with a thick layer of homemade marshmallow and graham cracker crust, is a favorite. If you would rather have ice cream, go across the street to Roxy’s Ice Cream for a hand dipped cone, ice cream sandwich or root beer float.

Hometown favorite, Earl’s Rib Palace is another good choice. Try their famous ribs or pulled pork and then finish off your meal with homemade cobbler. Food-truck-turned-brickand-mortar restaurant, Mutt’s Hot Dogs makes the classic hot

dog unique with a large variety of toppings, as well as a choice of classic beef, bison, duck or chicken links. Another Oklahoma-based favorite is Hideaway Pizza. Locals love their pizza and it’s been voted best pizza in the city for years by TripAdvisor.

Who knew gourmet corn dogs were a thing? A crowd pleaser all around, Anchor Down dishes up the best corn dogs you’ve ever had paired up nicely with their craft beer and cocktail menu, for the adults of course. If you’re shopping for a book, grab some food all in one place –The Kitchen at Commonplace Books is a gathering spot in Midtown offering specialty coffees, teas, cocktails, wine and food for every taste bud.

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It’s safe to say Oklahoma City is Thunder-struck. Playing to sell-out crowds, this team’s popularity is skyrocketing both locally and nationally. Want to get in on the Thunder action? Here’s your guide for how to Thunder Up in OKC.

GAME ON If you’re heading to the game, you’ll want to give yourself a couple of hours to get downtown, park, grab a bite to eat and find your seats before tipoff. Doors open 90 minutes prior to the game’s start time, and fans are encouraged to be in their seats 20 minutes prior to tipoff to Thunder Up and welcome the team onto the court. There are dozens of excellent eating options downtown and in the Bricktown Entertainment District, which is a short walk east of Chesapeake Energy Arena.

Before select games in the fall and spring, join the family-friendly fun on Reno Avenue for Thunder Alley. The festivities begin three hours prior to tipoff and include games, face painting and entertainment. Check their website at okcthunder.com for specific dates.

ARENA FUN Beyond basketball, Chesapeake Energy Arena is buzzing with activities on game day. Love’s Loud City has face painting (section 302), a photo booth (section 312), spirit stations for sign making and face tattoos (section 322) and more. There’s even a fan mail station (section 318) where fans can write letters to their favorite Thunder players, coaches or entertainers. And little ones won’t want to miss the OU Children’s Physicians Thunder Kids Zone (section 113) with shooting courts and other games perfect for younger fans.

LAST MINUTE TICKETS You can now search all available tickets for Thunder home games at once, including tickets on sale from the team and tickets sold by other fans. Visit okcthunder.com/tickets to select from all available authentic tickets in one place, knowing that your transaction will be official, fast and secure.

LOCAL VIEWING If you’re not one of the lucky 18,203 fans with tickets, you can still have fun watching the game with local fans. There’s RePublic Gastropub in Classen Curve, Bleu Garten Food Truck Park in Midtown, Empire Slice in the Plaza District or Sauced in the Paseo Arts District, just to name a few.

POST GAME FUN Looking for somewhere to celebrate the Thunder victory? Head over to FLINT, the restaurant at the Colcord Hotel, for a drink at their bar or large outdoor patio. Red Piano, the swanky bar at the Skirvin Hilton, and Stag Lounge, the whiskey and cigar lounge in Deep Deuce, are some other popular spots for post-game cocktails. Or you can grab a beer at TapWerks or Bricktown Brewery in the Bricktown Entertainment District.

GEAR UP Clothes make the fan, and there are plenty of places around town to get proper Thunder gear. For official NBA-licensed merchandise, check out the Thunder merchandise shop in Chesapeake Energy Arena at 100 West Reno Avenue and online at okcthunder.com/shop. For locally designed clothes to get you in the spirit, check out Shop Good in Automobile Alley, Opolis Clothing in Midtown, DNA Galleries in the Plaza District or Blue Seven – Just OK on the north side of town.

GET SOCIAL For team updates and information, visit okcthunder.com, download the Thunder Mobile App or follow the team’s official social media accounts on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Snapchat (@ okcthunder). Fans can share photos and stories that show their support for Thunder Basketball on social media using #WeAreThunder and #ThunderUp.

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COCKTAIL TIME

By Greg Horton

With rare exceptions, the best bars in Oklahoma City are attached to restaurants, but there are a few excellent cocktail dens that are open from afternoon to early morning. Most of the city’s best bartenders work close to the urban core, so you will find a wealth of great options in the center of the city.

VERTE CHAUD AT CAFÉ CUVEE AND OBAR The Ambassador Hotel recently went through a restaurant redesign, and the new French-inspired Café Cuvee is the result. Sommelier Jeff Cole thought it would be good to add an authentic Café au Lait to the menu. The Verte Chaud is an ounce of Chartreuse liqueur and five ounces of Belgian hot chocolate thinned with heavy cream and then topped with fresh whipped cream. It’s rich, it’s delicious, and it will warm you all the way through.

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This is the house cocktail, available year round, and it’s easily the bestseller in the building. Start with a traditional mojito, add Cruzan Black Cherry Rum and two splashes of angostura bitters to create a refreshing cocktail with more complexity and depth than the standard mojito.

With 2 ounces of 100-proof Old Granddad Whiskey, this one has a bit of a kick, but it’s a beautifully balanced cocktail with the addition of lemon, blackberry syrup, fresh basil and coconut. An egg white adds creamy texture to this zippy, boozy, fruity, savory concoction full of layers of flavor and complexity.

BLACK EAGLE AT PONYBOY This Uptown 23rd cocktail bar is also a popular weekend dance spot, and the Black Eagle coffee cocktail will help keep you moving. Made with KLLR espresso—a local roaster—and rum and black walnut bitters, it’s sweet and bitter and very much full of Oklahoma flavors.

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ALE TRAIL

By Greg Horton

Craft brewing was already exploding across the city, and thanks to a few new favorable laws in Oklahoma, the industry is set to grow even more. One of the best results is extended hours for breweries and brewpubs. Here are a few of the best taprooms to check out.

ANTHEM BREWING C O M PA N Y Anthem Brewing Company specializes in light, drinkable beers, which is not to say light on flavor. Balance has always been the key at Anthem, and the IPA proves that every year. The bitterness is balanced perfectly with the fruit, hops and malt.

TAPS: Twelve, including five yearround beers. The rest are seasonal, limited release, and even an occasional experiment.

DON’T MISS: Anthem IPA and OK PILS.

FOOD: Food trucks occasionally, but mainly snacks.

EXTRAS: Live music Friday and Saturday nights.

TOURS: 1 to 2 p.m. Saturdays.

TAPROOM HOURS: Monday-Saturday noon to 9 p.m. Sunday noon to 6 p.m.

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flavored beer is their goal with every release, and they’ve been delivering on that for a decade.

TAPS: Sixteen, including five yearround beers. The rest are seasonal, brewery only, and limited release rotators.

DON’T MISS: Native Amber, DNR Belgian-style ale, and any current

Territorial Reserve (barrel aged brews) on tap.

FOOD: No. TOURS: 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. on Saturdays.

TAPROOM HOURS: WednesdayFriday, 4 to 8 p.m. and Saturday, noon to 8 p.m.

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E L K VA L L E Y Elk Valley Brewing moved into their new facility in Midtown this year. The brewery has specialized in off-thebeaten path beers, which is to say beers in familiar styles but with a twist.

The locals love Coffee Nemesis, an Imperial Stout, and Elk Valley produces more farmhouse ale than most other breweries in the state.

TAPS: Eighteen, including five yearround beers. The rest are limited release and seasonal rotators.

DON’T MISS: Coffee Nemesis and Magic Juice Double IPA. FOOD: No. EXTRAS: Rooftop patio with a great view of the downtown skyline.

TOURS: 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. on Saturdays.

TAPROOM HOURS: Opens daily at noon. Closes 8 p.m. Sunday, 10 p.m.

Monday-Wednesday, and midnight Thursday-Saturday.

PRAIRIE ARTISAN ALES Prairie Artisan Ales is best known for producing outstanding farmhouse ales, among other creative brews, and they are the most widely distributed of OKC’s craft beers, with products on five continents. Their 8th Street location is right off historic Automobile Alley and within easy walking distance of great restaurants.

TAPS: Sixteen, including four yearround beers. The rest are special releases, seasonals, and brewery only rotators.

DON’T MISS: Prairie Bomb! is a local favorite, and it’s rich enough to pour over ice cream.

FOOD: No. TOURS: No. TAPROOM HOURS: Daily 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

STONECLOUD Stonecloud features two Avery Brewing Company veterans making some of the state’s very best beers. With a stateof-the-art taproom and a creative, wildly eclectic selection of beers

combined with the beautiful, historic Sunshine Laundry building as its home, Stonecloud is one of the city’s most popular beer destinations.

TAPS: Seventeen, and even the yearround taps rotate regularly. Usually you’ll find a few year-round brews, like the incredibly popular Neon Sunshine.

The rest are seasonal and limited release, with a strong emphasis on Stonecloud’s love of sours and barrelaged brews.

DON’T MISS: Any sour on tap. Neon Sunshine. Astro Dog IPA.

FOOD: Occasional food trucks.

TAPS: 25, with a big selection of yearround beers—up to 16. The rest are seasonal, limited release, and one-off rotators.

DON’T MISS: Dirty Blonde and Irish Rose red ale.

FOOD: No. EXTRAS: The occasional train.

TOURS: You can see the tank room from the bar.

TAPROOM HOURS: Monday-Thursday, 4 to 10 p.m., Friday 4 to 11 p.m., Saturday noon to 11 p.m., and Sunday noon to 9 p.m.

EXTRAS: Coffee and Kombucha on tap.

TOURS: 2 p.m. Saturdays.

TAPROOM HOURS: Monday-Thursday 3 to 9 p.m., Friday and Saturday noon to 9 p.m.

TWISTED SPIKE Twisted Spike is located right next to the railroad tracks, just east of Automobile Alley. It’s a fantastic setting for the brewery, and like Prairie Artisan Ales, it’s within easy walking distance of restaurants. The brewery specializes in sessionable beers, but they are creative and experimental, too, even offering the occasional one-timeonly batch.

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BEYOND BOOZE While drinking can be a pastime in itself, there are other activities that can enhance the sharing of alcohol with friends. These Oklahoma City bars add a little something extra to make your night more memorable.

MICHAEL MURPHY’S DUELING PIANO BAR This Bricktown hotspot is only open Thursday through Saturday nights, so make a reservation, as it gets very busy. The music is lively, and occasionally R-rated, and you can tip the musicians for requested songs.

One of the best features is tipping the musicians to bring a friend in your party up on stage. They will compose an impromptu song that’s guaranteed to offer a little fun and a little embarrassment.

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at local bars—totally your choice— for a night of “exercise” and fun.

You can even bring food along for the party.

LUDIVINE MIDNIGHT TOAST Want to get to know Oklahoma City a little better? Every Friday night at midnight, community leaders, cultural influencers, celebrities and interesting locals offer up a midnight toast at one of the metro’s best bars.

There is usually a charcuterie tray just for showing up.

RING THE BELL AT MCCLINTOCK SALOON

You and 15 friends (or less) can choose to pedal around Bricktown and downtown on the pedal-powered Located in the heart of Stockyards mobile bar. Choose up to three stops City, McClintock is an old school saloon and steakhouse. Once the bar

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fills up, anyone who rings the bell near the front door buys the saloon a round. If you’re generous, ring it yourself, but we recommend showing up late and letting one of the rowdy crowd buy you a “Welcome to OKC” beer or shot.

BULL RIDING AT COWBOYS Looking for a dress-code-enforced club where you can dance to the best Country & Western available? In OKC, that club is Cowboys, and while the drinks and music make it a popular destination, one of the real draws is bull riding inside the club on Friday and Saturday nights. Yes, live bulls and real cowboys every weekend.

There is a mechanical bull for the would-be cowboy or cowgirl, too.

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LIVE MUSIC LOCALES

By Greg Horton

Oklahoma City’s thriving live music scene is happening all over the metro, so it’s pretty easy to catch a show no matter where you are staying or playing. With the growth of three new venues in the past year, the menu of choices is incredibly eclectic and the venues range from small listening rooms to full-blown arenas.

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Just as the name implies, this popular venue is outside the Oklahoma City Zoo. Bands tend toward nostalgic favorites, but the occasional upand-comer will show up for summer festivals, too. Bring a blanket and an ice chest to better enjoy the venue.

Part restaurant, part music venue, the Jones Assembly hosts smaller (less than 2,000 fans), hipper shows in Film Row just west of downtown. The restaurant is usually closed on show evenings, but the neighboring 21c Museum Hotel’s restaurant, Mary Eddy’s, serves excellent before and after food.

If you love Americana, folk, singersongwriter or young, promising acts, The Blue Door is the premiere listening room in OKC. With only 100 seats, you are mere feet away from some of the best local, regional and national acts available. Bring your own ice chest, too.

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THE CRITERION By far the largest music venue in Bricktown, the Criterion boasts an excellent line-up of regional and national acts. If the band draws 1,500 to 4,000 fans, the Criterion is where they land in OKC. A full bar is available during shows and there is plenty of before and after dining around Bricktown.

Uptown 23rd’s historic theatre is rising rapidly in popularity as a destination for up-close shows. Tower offers the most diverse lineup of musical acts in the city, both in the main theatre and in the studio room (30-40 max) upstairs. A full bar is available during shows.

The 18,000-seat venue is the home to the Oklahoma City Thunder, and to all the A-list acts that come through our city.

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S H O P P I N G BY DISTRICT

By Britta Newton-Tarron

A trip to Oklahoma City isn’t complete without a visit to some of the city's many locally-owned gift shops, clothing stores and home decor boutiques. Our tips below will help you navigate the many stores and shopping districts this city has to offer, allowing you to plan your perfect OKC shopping experience.

DOWNTOWN There’s no better place in OKC to start shopping than the Painted Door in Bricktown. This one-ofa-kind gift shop has a diverse mix of accessories, furniture and food, not to mention an eclectic selection of jewelry, handbags and apparel.

Locals will tell you, Painted Door is also famous for its unique giftwrapping service. Bricktown is also host to outdoor hub, Bass Pro Shops. From there, you aren’t far from the city’s busiest downtown shopping area, Automobile Alley where you can swing by Gemma, Plenty Mercantile, Sara Kate Studio, or Shop Good just to name a few.

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STO C K YA R D S C I T Y Next, you can do-si-do on over to OKC’s Stockyards City to experience the cowboy charm of Little Joe’s Boots. There you’ll find an extensive collection of cowboy boots, so you can take a little bit of country home with you. The shop has been a trusted source for Okies for over 60 years.

CHISHOLM CREEK A new mixed-use development on the north side, Chisholm Creek, brought in exciting new shops. The first Cabela’s location in Oklahoma is there, as well as high-end home shop Haus De Lux.

PAS E O If the arts are more your thing, Paseo District might be the place for you.

At the end of a row of art galleries you’ll find Betsy King Shoes. Betsy spent years working in the footwear industry and has established herself as a fashion expert in the city. Stop here for unique styles for everyday wear or special occasions.

No matter where you end up, you will be sure to discover why Oklahomans are so well-known for their hospitality.

Shopkeepers greet you with a smile here, and if they don’t have what you are looking for, they will help send you somewhere that does.

NICHOLS HILLS AND CLASSEN CURVE For those prepared to spend a bit more for the finer things in life, there is Bebe’s, CK & Company, Gretta Sloane and Spencer Stone in Nichols Hills and Balliet’s or On A Whim at Classen Curve. These upscale retailers have perfected luxury shopping in OKC.

MIDTOWN AND PLAZA The city’s Midtown and Plaza districts are both filled with a variety of neighborhood shops frequented by locals such as Bad Granny’s Bazaar, Black Scintilla, Chirps and Cheers, DNA Galleries, Midtown Optical, Mode, Solare Shop and Trade Men’s Wares.

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NOW ON D I S P L AY

By Greg Horton and staff

Oklahoma City has become a canvas of sorts for local artists, and while you will find murals in nearly every district in the city, there is also art for a diverse range of tastes. From traditional to contemporary, street art to Southwestern art, and from experimental to Native American, Oklahoma City has museums, venues, galleries and exhibits for the serious connoisseur or the casual fan.

OKLAHOMA CITY MUSEUM OF ART The Oklahoma City Museum of Art is the centerpiece of the city’s art scene. In addition to the Dale Chihuly pieces that are on display year round, the museum hosts traveling exhibitions on the first floor. From October 13 to January 6, 2019, the OKCMOA will be home to a collection called “Victorian Radicals: From the Pre-Raphaelites to the Arts and Crafts Movement.” Featuring works from the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood, many pieces in this collection have never been shown outside the UK.

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STREET ART Oklahoma City boasts an amazing amount of street art.

From bridge tunnels and walkways to building-sized murals, there’s always something to see around every corner.

Plaza Walls is a rotating mural project. One wall changes every month, while the entire Plaza Walls alley changes during the annual Plaza District Festival in September.

Rain or shine, OKC gives you the ability to see art no matter the weather. Oklahoma was one of six cities awarded a creative place-making grant, and Downtown OKC made proper use of the funds.

Using Rainworks waterproof solution, 27 different poems are scattered throughout eight downtown districts. When dry, they are completely invisible and with a few rain drops, the art begins to come alive.

OKLAHOMA CONTEMPORARY With an emphasis on contemporary and experimental art, Oklahoma Contemporary features some of the state’s most avant garde installations and exhibits.

Beginning in February 2019 and continuing into summer, the museum will host the work of one of Forbes Magazine’s 30 Under 30 artists (2015), Tatyana Fazlalizadeh. Oklahoma native and now New York’s Public Artist in Residence, Fazlalizadeh focuses on marginalized individuals and communities in her work.

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THE AMERICAN BANJO MUSEUM The American Banjo Museum located in Bricktown is presenting a yearlong tribute to Muppets’ creator Jim Henson, called Jim Henson—Life and Legacy, that runs through September 2019. The installation will feature memorabilia from the beloved Henson, including an original “Kermit” from the show, and a banjo that was used for musical accompaniment on the show.

THE NATIONAL COWBOY & WESTERN HERITAGE MUSEUM The National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum is one of the most popular destinations in Oklahoma City. From October 6 through January 6, 2019, guests will have access to two outstanding exhibitions, including works for sale from the Traditional Cowboy Arts Association and the Cowboy Artists Association. The latter focuses on fine arts—painting, drawing and sculpture—whereas the TCAA features silversmithing, saddlemaking, bit and spur making, and rawhide braiding.

From February 8 through May 12, 2019, the museum will host The Bison Exhibit, an exploration of the iconic animal’s importance to Native peoples, the American West and popular culture. Using art, informational displays, and even coinage, the contributions of this symbol of the West will be highlighted, including the human response that led to the animal’s preservation.

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EXHIBIT C Exhibit C is a gallery and retail space in Bricktown that focuses on the work of Native American artists. A showcase featuring ten artists from five Native tribes whose work explores Mississippian culture will close October 31, 2018. The five tribes (Cherokee, Chickasaw, Choctaw, Muscogee [Creek], and Seminole) all share a common story of forced removal from the Southeastern U.S. and resettlement in what is now Oklahoma.

“Post Plymouth” will be at Exhibit C through February 28, 2019. The exhibition of four featured Native artists looks at the Native American response to assimilation, how the tribes have survived, and according to the artists, even thrived. The four featured artists work in a wide variety of media, including paint, fiber, sculpture and performance art.

FACTORY OBSCURA Factory Obscura is Oklahoma City’s newest immersive art experience. A team of 25 artists and dozens of volunteers create a multisensory, fully immersive experience focusing on themes of creativity, illusion, awakening, and transformation. Participants are led on a “mystical odyssey” through various installations, all of which are meant to engage the brain and the senses. The 2018 Factory Obscura “BEYOND” is in the new location at 1522 S. Robinson Ave., and it’s open until December 21. The 2019 version has not been announced yet, but organizers say they will have it ready to go early in the year.

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OKLAHOMA CITY BALLET The Oklahoma City Ballet has grown dramatically in the past two years, adding a brand new practice facility and headquarters. The company is composed of nativeborn Oklahomans as well as a cast of national and international artists.

Artistic director Robert Mills includes family-friendly entertainment each season, as well as a modern dance focus for the last performance of the season. The company stages “The Nutcracker” every holiday season (December 14-23 this year), as well as three other shows. The remainder of the season includes “Alice (In Wonderland)” (October 26-28) and “La Sylphide” (February 22-24).

“Alice (in Wonderland)” will bring together dance, theatre and puppetry in a psychedelic, whimsical setting with outlandish costumes and gorgeous sets. In addition to “The Nutcracker,” this performance is everyone’s chance to see the next generation of dancers, as several members of the Yvonne Choteau Ballet School will perform with OKC Ballet company.

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O KC B R O A D WAY On the performing arts side, OKC Broadway brings Broadway-caliber productions to the Civic Center Music Hall every season. This upcoming season is especially exciting because the brilliant Andrew Lloyd Weber’s “Love Never Dies” will be in town November 13-18. The production is a sequel to Weber’s iconic “Phantom of the Opera,” which will also be in Oklahoma City January 9-20, 2019. Three other productions round out the season: the Emilio and Gloria Estefan story “On Your Feet!” (February 5-10), “A Bronx Tale” (March 5-10), and “Waitress” (March 19-24).

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OKLAHOMA CITY PHILHARMONIC This season is the first full season for the Oklahoma City Philharmonic’s new conductor Alexander Mickelthwate. The beloved Joel Levine retired at the end of last season, and Mickelthwate joined us from Winnipeg, Manitoba, to succeed him as musical director. The OKC Phil performs classics and pops every season, and the third pop performance of the new season promises to be amazing. On January 4-5, 2019, the philharmonic will perform Revolution: The Beatles Symphonic Experience.

For children of the ‘60s and ‘70s, it’s a one-two punch, as the company will perform The Sounds of Simon and Garfunkel March 1-2, 2019. Classics this season include Beethoven, Mozart, and Debussy.

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DINE AROUND THE CLOCK

By Greg Elwell

Breakfast WAKE UP! The lazy Oklahoma City of old is gone. This city has lots to do and lots to eat, so you need to get started ASAP. Breakfast is the most important meal you’ll eat this morning, so hop to it.

SUNNYSIDE DINER Diner classics prepared with a chef’s flair are the order of the day. Try Eggs in Purgatory — a trio of eggs simmered in spicy marinara and covered in melted Parmesan cheese.

HATCH Treat yourself to a flight of pancakes so you can taste every variety of deliciousness Hatch has in store, like blueberry streusel and bananas foster.

SYRUP Spice up the morning with a sizzling order of sriracha-honey chicken and waffle. Ranch is available on the side, if you need to put out the fire.

A U R O R A B R E A K F A S T, B A R & B A C K YA R D Thyme biscuits are especially loved at Aurora. Grab the Pork N Biscuit for a novel take on eggs benedict.

Sarsaparilla-braised pork will fuel the day ahead and pairs well with a cup of coffee.

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Brunch

Did Oklahoma City invent brunch? No. But we’ve perfected it, as evidenced by the growing number of spots serving a boozy breakfast-lunch hybrid.

WA F F L E C H A M P I O N Perfect for walking around Midtown, Waffle Champion’s fare is as tasty as it is portable. The avocado toast waffle comes stuffed with pickled red onion, radish, micro greens, a fried and tender avocado.

PICASSO CAFE Shhhh. Here’s a secret: Picasso’s brunch has a hidden menu item that mixes biscuit debris with a breakfast burrito, but you have to ask for it by name: The Biscuit Deburrito. And the drink menu definitely deserves perusing.

CAFÉ KACAO Grab a cup of Kacao’s extra-smooth coffee and buckle up for Spicy Tecpan’s blend of eggs scrambled with chorizo, jalapeño, onions and tomato. Be smart: ask for extra tortillas.

CHEEVER’S CAFE Get low country fabulous with Cheever’s bacon-wrapped shrimp over a bed of cheddar and green onion grits.

You’ll need at least one bloody mary, while you’re at it.

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Lunch

Don’t let lunch slow you down. There’s plenty to savor if you’ve got time, but don’t be afraid to grab and go.

T H E H A L L’S P I Z Z A KITCHEN Wood-fired pizzas are perfect for sharing, but it’s also easy to snag a slice on your way to the next adventure. Taste the local flavor of Russell the G.O.A.T. with pesto, balsamic tomatoes and three kinds of cheese.

THE MULE This menu’s got some kick! The Cortez pairs short rib, peppery cheese, grilled jalapeño and onion between two slices of jalapeño cornbread.

CHARLESTON’S BRICKTOWN Before the onslaught of chicken strip restaurants, Charleston’s was serving up their lightly fried strips. Taste the original and you’ll see why there’s none better in this upscale casual restaurant.

GOGI GO This newly opened lunch spot is like a Korean Chipotle — build your own rice bowl or burrito with tons of flavor. You can’t go wrong with kimchi fried rice and a soft-boiled egg stirred in.

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Dinner

Oklahoma City shines at dinner. Go upscale fancy or laid-back casual — there’s amazing food to be had no matter your style.

MICKEY MANTLE’S STEAKHOUSE You can’t visit Oklahoma without eating a steak. It’s basically a law. For one of the best, try Mickey Mantle’s tenderloin tips trio, served with three signature sauces, with a side of grilled rosemary zucchini.

BARRIOS FINE MEXICAN DISHES The only issue with eating wood-fired fajitas from Barrios is that every fajita you eat from here on out will struggle to match this deliciousness. The drink menu is fabulous, as well.

HEFNER GRILL Well, shucks! As long as you’re watching the sunset over Lake Hefner, you might as well slurp down some crispy fried Oysters St. Charles with cream spinach, artichokes and a jalapeño aioli.

PAS E O G R I L L One of the best wine menus in OKC resides at Paseo Grill. Enjoy a bottle in the secluded private dining nooks with some delicate blackened trout over orzo or a lovely maple-glazed duck breast.

IRON STAR Indulge in some sweet, smoky barbecue at Iron Star at the hammered bronze bar or slip into a booth to cut into a tender pepper-crusted prime rib.

Whatever you choose, they’ve got a great beer selection to pair with it.

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Dessert

End your evening on a high note with dessert.

Oklahomans have quite a sweet tooth and they’re happy to share some of their favorite treats with visitors.

ROXY’S ICE CREAM SOCIAL Here’s the scoop on Roxy’s: homemade ice cream in an ever-changing list of flavors. Get a dish, a cone or a pint of coffee and cream or add some tropical flair with a double dip of mango.

PRIME STEAKS - SEAFOOD - COCKTAILS

405.272.0777 - MICKEYMANTLESTEAKHOUSE.COM

PIE JUNKIE The lineup of pies changes daily, but you’ll never run out of great choices at Pie Junkie. Check out the pie of the month or just dig into a delectable slice of key lime. If you’re craving something savory, they do a dynamite quiche, too.

CAPITALS ICE CREAM One of the newest offerings in OKC’s dessert scene, Capitals starts with classic vanilla ice cream as a base and adds the toppings of your choice (like fruit, cereal, candy, cookies and more) to create a custom ice cream experience.

INGRID’S The bakery at Ingrid’s is renowned for painstakingly decorated cookies and decadent pies, cakes and pastries. Enjoy a Nussecken — a shortbread and hazelnut cookie dipped in chocolate.

GREEN GOODIES It’s never a bad time for a cupcake, especially when it comes from Green Goodies. The sopapilla cheesecake is a must-try: tender vanilla cake topped with cinnamon and sugar-dusted cream cheese frosting.

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D OW N TOW N / B R I C K TOW N / M I D TOW N 21c Museum Hotel 900 West Main St. (405) 982-6900 $$$ · 135 rooms AC Hotel by Marriott Bricktown 411 E Sheridan Ave. (405) 605-1555 (844) 598-6614 $$$ · 142 rooms Aloft Oklahoma City DowntownBricktown 209 N. Walnut Ave. (405) 605-2100 (866) 716-8143 $$ · 134 rooms Ambassador Hotel Oklahoma City 1200 N. Walker (405) 600-6200 (888) 236-2427 $$$ · 54 rooms

Candlewood Suites Oklahoma City Bricktown 933 E. Reno Ave. (405) 605-1110 (877) CANDLEWOOD $$ · 97 rooms

Hampton Inn & Suites Oklahoma City - Bricktown 300 E. Sheridan Ave. (405) 232-3600 (800) HAMPTON $$ · 200 rooms

Colcord Hotel 15 N. Robinson Ave. (405) 601-4300 (866) 781-3800 $$$ · 108 rooms

Hilton Garden Inn Oklahoma City Bricktown 328 E. Sheridan Ave. (405) 270-0588 (877) STAYHGI $$ · 155 rooms

Courtyard by Marriott Oklahoma City Downtown 2 W. Reno Ave. (405) 232-2290 (800) 217-9905 $$$ · 225 rooms Embassy Suites Oklahoma City Downtown - Medical Center 741 N. Phillips Ave. (405) 239-3900 $$ · 195 rooms

Holiday Inn Express & Suites OKC Downtown Bricktown 101 E. Main St. (405) 778-8100 1-888-HOLIDAY $$ · 124 rooms Homewood Suites Oklahoma City Bricktown 328 E. Sheridan Ave (405) 232-3200 800-CALL-HOME $$ · 100 rooms

Hyatt Place Oklahoma City Bricktown 20 Russell M. Perry Ave. (405) 702-4028 $$ · 134 rooms

Skirvin Hilton Oklahoma City 1 Park Ave. (405) 272-3040 (800) HILTONS $$$ · 225 rooms

Renaissance Oklahoma City Convention Center Hotel 10 N. Broadway Ave. (405) 228-8000 (800) 468-3571 $$ · 311 rooms

SpringHill Suites Oklahoma City Downtown/ Bricktown 600 E. Sheridan Ave. (405) 601-6206 $$ · 124 rooms

Residence Inn by Marriott Downtown Bricktown 400 E. Reno Ave. (405) 601-1700 (800) 236-2427 $$$ · 151 rooms Sheraton Hotel Oklahoma City Downtown 1 N. Broadway Ave. (405) 235-2780 (800) 325-3535 $$ · 396 rooms

Staybridge Suites Oklahoma City Downtown 120 S. Lincoln Blvd.

(405) 602-8830 (877) 238-8889 $$ · 144 rooms The Grandison Inn at Maney Park Bed & Breakfast 1200 N. Shartel Ave. (405) 232-8778 (888) 799-4667 $$$ · 8 rooms

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America’s Best Value Inn - Oklahoma City - I-35 North 12001 N. I-35 Service Rd. (405) 478-0400 (888) 315-2378 $ · 60 rooms

Days Inn by Wyndham Oklahoma City 12013 N. 1-35 Service Rd. (405) 478-2554 (800) 225-3297 $ · 73 rooms

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Oklahoma City North 6200 N. Robinson Ave. (405) 286-4777 888-HOLIDAY $$ · 145 rooms

Motel 6 Oklahoma City North- Frontier City 12121 N. I-35 Service Rd. (405) 478-4030 (800) 899-9841 $ · 99 rooms

Budget Lodge 11900 N. I-35 Service Rd. (405) 478-2888 $ · 60 rooms

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites - Bricktown 1750 E. Reno Ave. (405) 278-7250 $ · 80 rooms

Holiday Inn Express & Suites OKC North 12013 Holland St. (405) 608-8008 888-HOLIDAY $$ · 109 rooms

Oxford Inn 5301 N. Lincoln Blvd.

(405) 605-0206 $ · 35 rooms

Baymont by Wyndham Oklahoma City Edmond 4625 NE 120th St. (405) 478-7282 (877) 424-6423 $ · 59 rooms Comfort Inn & Suites 1809 E. Reno Ave. (405) 609-6651 $ · 90 rooms

Economy Inn North Oklahoma City 12005 N. I-35 Service Rd. (405) 478-9292 $ · 70 rooms Executive Inn 7412 N. Bryant Ave. (405) 478-0205 $ · 42 rooms Hampton Inn Oklahoma City Northeast 11820 N. I-35 Service Rd. (405) 608-2744 $$ · 72 rooms

Lincoln Inn Express Hotel & Suites 5405 N. Lincoln Blvd.

(405) 528-7563 (800) 687-5170 $$ · 92 rooms Motel 6 Bricktown 1800 E. Reno Ave. (405) 235-4531 (800) 899-9841 $ · 84 rooms

Park Hill Inn and Suites 1400 NE 63rd St. (405) 478-5221 $ · 50 rooms Remington Inn 6000 N. Bryant Ave. (405) 478-3200 $ · 40 rooms

Sleep Inn & Suites Oklahoma City 12024 N. I-35 Service Rd. (405) 478-9898 (877) 424-6423 $ · 69 rooms

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Medical Inn Oklahoma City 1117 NE 13th St. (405) 232-0404 $ · 48 rooms Super 8 by Wyndham Oklahoma CityFrontier City 11935 N. I-35 Service Rd. (405) 478-8288 (800) 454-3213 $ · 48 rooms

Rusty Gables Guest Lodge & Gallery 3800 NE 50th St. (405) 424-1015 $$ · 8 rooms

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avid Hotel 2700 NW 138th St. (405) 608-0900 (877) 495-2843 $$ · 87 rooms Baymont Inn & Suites Quail Springs 13500 Plaza Terr.

(405) 752-7070 (800) HAMPTON $ · 62 rooms Best Western Inn & Suites Yukon 11440 W. I-40 Service Rd. (405) 265-2995 (877) 429-4795 $$ · 68 rooms Broadway Inn & Suites 6101 N. Santa Fe Ave. (405) 848-1919 $ · 96 rooms

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Best Western Plus Memorial Inn & Suites 1301 W. Memorial Rd. (405) 286-5199 (800) 780-7234 $$ · 60 rooms

Comfort Suites Oklahoma City Yukon 11424 NW 4th St. (405) 577-6500 (877) 424-6423 $$ · 72 rooms

Courtyard by Marriott Oklahoma City North 13511 Highland Park Blvd.

(405) 418-4000 (800) 228-9290 $$ · 110 rooms

Budget Inn of Oklahoma City 4017 NW 39th Expressway (405) 947-0038 (800) 421-4656 $ · 113 rooms

Country Inn & Suites

by Radisson OKC at NW Expressway 3141 NW Expressway (405) 843-2002 (800) 830-5222 $$ · 79 rooms

Courtyard by Marriott Oklahoma City Northwest 1515 NW Expressway (405) 848-0808 (800) 217-9905 $$ · 122 rooms

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Oklahoma City North Quail Springs 13501 Memorial Park Dr. (405) 286-3555 (800) 830-5222 $$ · 95 rooms

Wyndham Hotel Oklahoma City 2945 NW Expressway (405) 848-4811 $$ · 212 rooms

Comfort Inn & Suites Quail Springs 13501 N. Highland Park Blvd.

(405) 286-2700 (877) 424-6423 $$ · 68 rooms

Comfort Inn at Founders Tower 5704 Mosteller Dr. (405) 810-1100 (877) 424-6423 $$ · 60 rooms

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Days Inn by Wyndham Oklahoma City Fairground 2801 NW 39th St. (405) 946-0741 (800) 225-3297 $ · 117 rooms

Executive Inn Expressway 6410 NW Expressway (405) 728-9913 $ · 41 rooms Extended Stay America Oklahoma City NW Expressway 2720 NW Expressway (405) 942-7441 (800) 804-3724 $ · 110 rooms Extended Stay Oklahoma City Northwest 4811 NW Expressway (405) 722-2802 (800) 804-3724 $ · 71 rooms Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Oklahoma City Quail Springs/South Edmond 13520 Plaza Terr.

(405) 755-8686 (800) 236-2427 $$ · 63 rooms

Habana Inn 2200 NW 40th St. (405) 528-2221 (800) 988-2221 $ · 175 rooms Hampton Inn Oklahoma City Northwest 3022 NW Expressway (405) 947-0953 (800) HAMPTON $$ · 97 rooms Hilton Garden Inn Oklahoma City Midtown 2809 NW Expressway (405) 607-4000 (800) HILTONS $$ · 107 rooms Hilton Garden Inn Oklahoma City North Quail Springs 3201 NW 137th St. (405) 752-5200 (800) HILTONS $$ · 113 rooms Holiday Inn & Suites OKC North 6200 N. Robinson Ave. (405) 286-4777 (888)-HOLIDAY $$ · 145 rooms

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Oklahoma City Northwest Quail Springs 3520 NW 135th St. (405) 751-8900 (888)-HOLIDAY $$ · 92 rooms Holiday Inn Express & Suites Oklahoma City Penn Square 2811 NW Expressway (405) 848-1500 (888)-HOLIDAY $$ · 76 rooms

Hospitality Inn 3709 NW 39th St. (405) 942-7730 $ · 90 rooms Hyatt Place Oklahoma City Northwest 1511 NW Expressway (405) 840-5557 (888) 492-8847 $$ · 79 rooms Isola Bella 6303 NW 63rd St. (405) 721-2194 $$ · 259 rooms

Holiday Inn Oklahoma City North- Quail Springs 13800 Quail Springs Parkway (405) 286-9393 (888)-HOLIDAY $$ · 109 rooms

La Quinta Inn & Suites Oklahoma City NW Expressway 4829 NW Expressway (405) 773-5575 (800) 753-3757 $$ · 119 rooms

Home2 Suites by Hilton Oklahoma City NW Expressway 4110 NW Expressway (405) 608-6094 $$ · 103 rooms

La Quinta Inn & Suites Oklahoma City Quail Springs 3003 W. Memorial Rd. (405) 755-7000 (800) 753-3757 $$ · 96 rooms

Home2 Suites by Hilton Quail Springs 5500 NW 135th St. (405) 792-2420 877-6Home02 $$ · 89 rooms Home2 Suites by Hilton OKC Yukon 11510 W. I-40 Service Rd. (405) 265-0999 877-6Home02 $$ · 89 rooms

La Quinta Inn & Suites Oklahoma City-Yukon 11500 W. I-40 Service Rd. (405) 494-7600 (800) 753-3757 $$ · 80 rooms

Renaissance Waterford Oklahoma City Hotel 6300 Waterford Blvd.

(405) 848-4782 (800) 236-2427 $$ · 196 rooms Residence Inn by Marriott Oklahoma City Northwest 3151 NW Expressway (405) 605-6666 $$ · 105 rooms

Super 8 by Wyndham Oklahoma Fairgrounds 2821 NW 39th Expressway (405) 942-9170 (800) 454-3213 $ · 60 rooms

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Four Points by Sheraton Oklahoma City Quail Springs 3117 NW 137th St. (405) 418-8448 (800) 368-7764 $$ · 119 rooms

The Tower Hotel Oklahoma City 3233 NW Expressway (405) 842-6633 $ · 354 rooms

Residence Inn by Marriott Oklahoma City North / Quail Springs 13000 N. McAuley Blvd.

(405) 286-1020 $$ · 106 rooms

WoodSpring Suites Oklahoma City Northwest 3800 N. I-44 Service Rd. (405) 917-6300 $ · 120 rooms

Sleep Inn & Suites Oklahoma City Northwest 5200 N. Classen Circle (405) 286-5400 (877) 424-6423 $$ · 69 rooms SpringHill Suites Oklahoma City Quail Springs 3201 W. Memorial Rd. (405) 749-1595 $$ · 128 rooms Staybridge Suites Oklahoma City Quail Springs 2740 NW 138th St. (405) 286-3800 (877) 238-8889 $$ · 106 rooms

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S O U T H E AST America’s Best Value Inn Oklahoma City I-35 South 3030 S. Prospect Ave. (405) 677-1000 $ · 99 rooms

Motel 6 Oklahoma City South 1337 SE 44th St. (405) 601-3977 (800) 466-8356 $ · 60 rooms

Comfort Inn & Suites South I-35 4800 S. I-35 Service Rd. (405) 605-3363 $$ · 67 rooms

Residence Inn by Marriott Oklahoma City South 1111 E. I-240 Service Rd. (405) 634-9696 $$ · 90 rooms

Days Inn by Wyndham Oklahoma City/ Moore 8217 S. I-35 Service Rd. (405) 606-2222 (800) 225-3297 $ · 91 rooms

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Days Inn by Wyndham Oklahoma City South 2616 S. I-35 Service Rd. (405) 896-9746 (800) 225-3297 $ · 142 rooms Executive Inn I-35 3501 S. Prospect Ave. (405) 672-1193 $ · 40 rooms Holiday Inn Express & Suites Oklahoma City Southest I-35 1629 S. Prospect Ave. (405) 602-6611 888-HOLIDAY $$ · 81 rooms

9 East Sheridan Avenue Bricktown - OKC 405-604-2793

Tues-Sat 11am-6pm | Sun Noon-5pm

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Motel 6 Oklahoma City 2727 W. I-44 Service Rd. (405) 948-8000 (800) 899-9841 $ · rooms

Sunset Inn & Suites 8315 S. I-35 Service Rd. (405) 208-7700 $ · 90 rooms Studio 6 Oklahoma City 3850 S. Prospect Ave. (405) 601-7070 (855) 249-0891 $ · 60 rooms Super 8 by Wyndham Oklahoma City 3852 S. Prospect Ave. (405) 601-5600 (800) 454-3213 $ · rooms WoodSpring Suites Oklahoma City Southeast 4112 E. I-240 Service Rd. (405) 619-9495 $ · 104 rooms Wingate by Wyndham OKC South 1101 E. I-240 Service Rd. (405) 634-9595 $$ · 81 rooms

America’s Best Value Inn & Suites - Oklahoma City Yukon 321 N. Mustang Rd. (405) 324-1000 $ · 104 rooms America’s Best Value Inn and Suites WestOklahoma City 4602 Enterprise Way (405) 949-0855 $ · 39 rooms AmericInn by Wyndham Oklahoma City Airport 1905 S. Meridian Ave. (405) 698-1082 $ · 134 rooms Baymont by Wyndham Oklahoma City Airport 4240 W. I-40 Service Rd. (405) 492-6973 (800) 337-0550 $ · 50 rooms Best Western Plus Barsana Hotel & Suites 7701 C.A. Henderson Blvd.

(405) 601-1200 (800) 780-7234 $$ · 64 rooms Best Western Saddleback Inn and Conference Center 4300 SW 3rd St. (405) 947-7000 (800) 228-3903 $$$ · 223 rooms

Biltmore Hotel 401 S. Meridian Ave. (405) 947-7681 $$ · 367 rooms Motel 6 Oklahoma City - Airport East 7404 S. May Ave. (405) 682-4521 $ · 72 rooms Candlewood Suites Oklahoma City 4400 River Park Dr. (405) 680-8770 (877) CANDLEWOOD $$ · 122 rooms Comfort Inn & Suites Oklahoma City West - I-40 5921 SW 8th St. (405) 470-7676 (877) 424-6423 $$ · 89 rooms Comfort Inn Oklahoma City South - I-240 7601 C.A. Henderson Blvd.

(405) 631-3111 (877) 424-6423 $ · 68 rooms Comfort Suites Airport on Meridian 1100 S. Meridian Ave. (623) 207-7601 $ · 81 rooms Comfort Suites Oklahoma City Fairgrounds West 4220 W. I-40 Service Rd. (405) 943-2700 (877) 424-6423 $$ · 54 rooms

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Oklahoma City Airport 2415 S. Meridian Ave. (405) 605-8300 (800) 830-5222 $$ · 102 rooms

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Oklahoma City Airport 4521 SW 15th St. (405) 604-3223 (800) 236-2427 $$ · 110 rooms

Courtyard by Marriott Oklahoma City Airport 4301 Highline Blvd.

(405) 946-6500 (800) 228-9290 $$ · 149 rooms

Four Points by Sheraton Oklahoma City Airport 4708 W. I-40 Service Rd. (405) 605-0511 $$ · 95 rooms

Days Inn by Wyndham Oklahoma City West 504 S. Meridian Ave. (405) 942-8294 (888) 440-2021 $ · 127 rooms Doubletree by Hilton - OKC Airport 4410 SW 19th St. (405) 688-3300 (877) 424-6423 $$$ · 134 rooms Embassy Suites by Hilton Oklahoma City Will Rogers Airport 1815 S. Meridian Ave. (405)-682-6000 (800) EMBASSY $$$ · 236 rooms Extended Stay America Oklahoma City Airport 4820 W. Reno Ave. (405) 948-4443 (800) 804-3724 $ · 101 rooms

Governor’s Suites Hotel 2308 S. Meridian Ave. (405) 682-5299 (888) 819-7575 $$ · 50 rooms Hampton Inn & Suites Oklahoma City South 920 SW 77th St. (405) 602-3400 (800) HAMPTON $$$ · 90 rooms

Holiday Inn Oklahoma City Airport 4401 SW 15th St. (405) 601-7272 (888) HOLIDAY $$ · 147 rooms

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Oklahoma City Airport 4501 SW 15th St. (405) 609-6690 888-HOLIDAY $$ · 88 rooms Holiday Inn Express & Suites Oklahoma City Mid-Arpt Area 7817 S. Walker Ave. (405) 606-8811 888-HOLIDAY $$ · 75 rooms Clarion Inn & Suites 4400 Highline Blvd.

(405) 948-3366 $$ · 84 rooms

Hampton Inn & Suites Oklahoma City Airport 4333 SW 15th St. (405) 604-8000 (800) HAMPTON $$ · 103 rooms Hilton Garden Inn Oklahoma City Airport 801 S. Meridian Ave. (405) 942-1400 (800) HILTONS $$ · 161 rooms

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Home2 Suites by Hilton South 1001 Straka Terr.

(405) 536-4663 877-6Home02 $$ · 84 rooms Homewood Suites

by Hilton Oklahoma City West 6920 W. Reno Ave. (405) 789-3600 800-CALL-HOME $$ · 90 rooms Howard Johnson

by Wyndham Oklahoma Cty 400 S. Meridian Ave. (405) 896-8493 (800) 221-5801 $ · 96 rooms Hyatt Place Oklahoma City Airport 1818 S. Meridian Ave. (405) 682-3900 $$$ · 126 rooms La Quinta Inn & Suites Oklahoma City Airport 808 S. Meridian Ave. (405) 702-7720 (800) 753-3757 $$ · 102 rooms

Meridian Inn 1224 S. Meridian Ave. (405)948-7294 $ · 100 rooms Microtel Inn & Suites

by Wyndham OKC Airport 624 S. MacArthur Blvd.

(405)942-0011 (800) 337-0050 $ · 56 rooms Motel 6 Oklahoma City Airport 820 S. Meridian Ave. (405) 946-6662 (800) 899-9841 $ · 128 rooms OakTree Inn & Suites 1200 S. Meridian Ave. (405) 943-7800 $ · 145 rooms Quality Inn & Suites Oklahoma City Airport 6300 Terminal Dr. (405) 681-3500 (877) 424-6423 $ · 119 rooms Ramada by Wyndham Oklahoma City Airport North 2200 S. Meridian Ave. (405) 896-8445 (800) 854-9517 $ · 97 rooms

Red Roof Inn Oklahoma City Airport-Fairgrounds 309 S. Meridian Ave. (405) 947-8777 (800) RED-ROOF $ · 91 rooms

Staybridge Suites Oklahoma City Airport 4411 SW 15th St. (405) 429-4400 (877) 238-8889 $$ · 103 rooms

Residence Inn by Marriott Oklahoma City Airport 804 S. Meridian Ave. (405) 546-7665 $$ · 106 rooms

Super 8 by Wyndham Oklahoma Airport Fairgrounds West 311 S. Meridian Ave. (405) 492-6856 (800) 454-3213 $ · 77 rooms

Rodeway Inn & Suites Oklahoma City 321 S. Rockwell Ave. (405) 787-1350 $ · 125 rooms Sleep Inn Meridian I-40 4620 Enterprise Way (405) 946-1600 $ · 56 rooms Sonesta ES Suites Oklahoma City 4361 W. Reno Ave. (405) 942-4500 $$ · 136 rooms SpringHill Suites by Marriott Oklahoma City Airport 510 S. MacArthur Blvd.

(405) 604-0200 (800) 236-2427 $$ · 100 rooms

WoodSpring Suites Oklahoma City Airport 4300 W. I-40 Service Rd. (405) 945-2255 $ · 124 rooms

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Home2 Suites by Hilton Oklahoma City Airport 4311 SW 15th St. (405) 604-5439 (877) 6Home02 $$ · 115 rooms

Wyndham Garden Oklahoma City Airport 2101 S. Meridian Ave. (405) 685-4000 (877) 999-3223 $$ · 244 rooms

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Oklahoma City Airport 4601 SW 15th St. (405) 600-9988 $$ · 97 rooms Traveler’s Inn & Suites Oklahoma City Airport 820 S. MacArthur Blvd.

(405) 478-2888 $ · rooms Tru by Hilton Oklahoma City Airport 802 S. Meridian Ave. (405) 609-3955 $$ · 80 rooms Wingate by Wyndham Oklahoma City 2001 S. Meridian Ave. (405) 682-3600 (800) 337-0077 $$ · 99 rooms

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G E T T I N G TO O K L A H O M A C I T Y Chicago

Nebraska Travel By Car Oklahoma City is located at the crossroads of Interstates 35, 40 and 44. With more than 2,400 miles of four-lane roads, getting to and around Oklahoma City is a breeze.

Tulsa, Okla. | 105 miles | 1 hr 45 mins

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Dallas, Texas | 205 miles | 3 hrs 24 mins Kansas City, Mo. | 353 miles | 5 hrs 35 mins

Texas San Antonio

Austin, Texas | 390 miles | 6 hrs 30 mins St. Louis, Mo. | 501 miles | 8 hrs Denver, Colo. | 680 miles | 10 hrs 40 mins

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Wichita, Kan. | 162 miles | 2hrs 45 mins

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Nonstop Destinations

Will Rogers World Airport offers nonstop air service to 30 U.S destinations. Visit flyokc.com to learn more.

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Travel by Train Amtrak service via Oklahoma’s Heartland Flyer runs a 418mile round trip between Oklahoma City and Fort Worth, Texas, daily, with stops along the way in Norman, Purcell, Pauls Valley, Ardmore and Gainesville, Texas. The train arrives in Oklahoma City at the historic Santa Fe Depot, which is in the heart of downtown on the western edge of the Bricktown Entertainment District. Visit heartlandflyer.com to learn more.

GETTING AROUND OKLAHOMA CITY EMBARK

OKC Streetcar

EMBARK provides fixed-route public bus service 7 days a week in Oklahoma City, and service Monday – Friday in Midwest City and express bus service to Norman. Late night service is offered 7 pm – midnight weekdays on certain routes. Visitors can get to most of our popular attractions including Chesapeake Arena, Bricktown, Stockyards City, the Fairgrounds, Paseo Arts District, and Remington Park/ Adventure District. Oklahoma City bus routes radiate from the Downtown Transit Center, which has a comfortable, climatecontrolled waiting area, vending machines, restrooms, and a covered boarding area. Schedules and trip planning assistance are available at the Transit center and online.

Discover It: EMBARK – Forward Together – 420 NW 5th St, OKC, OK 73103 – embarkok.com

OKC Streetcar the first rail project in OKC in more than 50 years, is set to launch in late 2018. There are two lines; D Loop (Downtown Loop) and B Loop (Bricktown Loop).

Service will run every 12-15 minutes from 6 am – 2 am, Monday – Saturday. Supported by EMBARK; 405-2357433, embarkok.com

Circ Circ is a quick and convenient way to get around Downtown Oklahoma City and Bricktown. Service runs every 30 minutes from 6 am – Midnight, Monday - Saturday.

Supported by EMBARK; 405-235-7433, embarkok.com

Mobile Fare Payment pre-purchase your fares with the EMBARK mobile fare payment app. Available at embarkok. com or through your favorite app store just search for Token Transit.

ADA Services are also available to visitors who qualify.

Contact EMBARK at 405-235-7433 to learn more.

Spokies Spokies is Oklahoma City’s bike share program and the best way to cruise around downtown and through many of the city’s most exciting neighborhoods. With bikes available at eight convenient stations and an affordable day pass, it’s easy to start your ride immediately. Learn more by visitingspokiesokc.com or call (405) 606-4008.

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NEVER SLEEPS No matter the day, no matter the season, Remington Park has your need for action covered with live quarter horse racing every spring and live thoroughbred racing every fall, tasty dining choices and OKC’s only casino that’s open 24/7.

COME SEE WHAT 30 THOROUGHLY THRILLING YEARS FEELS LIKE AT REMINGTON PARK.

Located where I-35 and I-44 meet • 405.424.1000 • RemingtonPark.com

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Come see freight cars, passenger cars, and real steam engines on display Open 9-5 Thursday - Saturday Train rides 1st & 3rd Saturdays, April - August

Special Events Day Out With Thomas Festival Halloween Train Christmas Train Birthday parties - Giftshop Group tours upon request 3400 NE Grand Blvd., OKC OK 73111 www.oklahomarailwaymuseum.org 405-424-8222 74

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what’s inside

COME TO REMEMBER. LEAVE WITH RESOLVE. A trip through the Memorial Museum is more than a trip through one of OKC’s most formative events.

It’s a journey inside yourself.

MemorialMuseum.com Downtown OKC • 620 N Harvey Ave • 405.235.331 3 Museum entrance at 6th and Harvey Affiliate of the National Park Service • On the Register of Historic Places