Theater HAMILTONAug. 11 – 23Civic Center Music Hallokcbroadway.com Festivals & Fairs CatVideoFest 2026August 13Oklahoma City Museum of Artokcmoa.com Live on the Plaza “SKATE! The Plaza”Aug 14, 5-10pmPlaza DistrictEvery second Fridayplazadistrict.org Pakistan DayAugust 15, 7-11pmScissortail Parkappnaok.org/event-details Farmers Markets Eastside Fresh Market TuesdaysThrough Sept. 2, 4-7pmMarket at Eastpointfacebook.com/eastsidefreshmarket Wheeler District Farmers MarketAug. 7-28, 6-9pmEvery Friday through Octoberwheelerdistrict.com […]
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A Note About This Month’s Crossword
If some clues in this month’s New York Times Magazine crossword appear to be missing, don’t worry, that’s intentional. In the themed puzzle “Raising Capital,” several Across clues are shown simply as a dash, while their corresponding Down clues direct solvers to “[See title].” This is part of the puzzle’s construction and not a printing […]
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1515 Lincoln Gallery to Host Mastering the Portrait Workshop with Studio Incamminati Faculty
Artists seeking to strengthen their portrait drawing and painting skills will have the opportunity to learn from nationally recognized instructors during Mastering the Portrait, an intensive two-day workshop at 1515 Lincoln Gallery on Saturday and Sunday, September 12–13, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Presented in collaboration with Faculty from Studio Incamminati, Philadelphia, the workshop […]
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OG Picks for the Weekend – July 23-28
July is just about SO OVER but it’s not leaving quietly! Festivals Out West Music FestWest Village in Downtown OKCFriday, July 24, 6-11pmwestvillageokc.com Farmers Markets OKC Public Farmers MarketSaturdays, 9am-2pmokcfarmersmarket.com Scissortail Farmers MarketSaturdays, 9am-1pm through Octoberscissortailpark.org Film OKCMOA Filmsokcmoa.com. Times vary.Backrooms, July 16-26Romería, July 17-19 Theater Sordid Lives by Del ShoresThursdays-Sundays through July 26, 8-10pmCarpenter […]
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Oklahoma City Ballet unveils 2026-27 season
Oklahoma City Ballet unveiled its 2026-27 season, featuring a mix of classical favorites, contemporary works and family-friendly productions, including the company’s first-ever production of Don Quixote. The season opens Sept. 11 with the seventh annual Ballet Under the Stars at Scissortail Park. The free outdoor performance will feature excerpts from classical ballets alongside contemporary works, […]
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Lyric Theatre closes summer season with epic production of “Sweeney Todd”
Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma will conclude its 2026 summer season with Stephen Sondheim’s acclaimed musical thriller Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street, running July 28 through Aug. 2 at Civic Center Music Hall. Directed by Lyric Producing Artistic Director Michael Baron, the limited one-week engagement brings Sondheim’s Tony Award-winning musical to the stage […]
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OG Picks for the Weekend – July 16-19
Time is flying by! Somehow we’re already halfway through July, and Oklahoma City isn’t slowing down. From fresh produce and indie films to live music, theater and comedy, there’s another full weekend of reasons to get out of the house. Fresh finds and full bags Whether you’re stocking up on local produce, browsing handmade goods […]
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OG Picks for the Weekend – July 9-12
Think the holiday fun ended with the Fourth of July? Think again. This weekend is packed with live music, theater, art walks, outdoor markets, comedy, baseball, films and more across the metro. Whether you’re looking for a night out, a family-friendly festival or a lazy Sunday at the museum, there’s no shortage of ways to […]
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250 Years. Countless Ways to Celebrate
America turns 250 this year, and communities across Oklahoma are marking the milestone with fireworks, live music, parades and patriotic celebrations. Whether you’re staying close to home or taking a short road trip, these events offer something for every age. Pack your lawn chairs and blankets, and enjoy an Independence Day to remember. Red, White […]