Ronald McDonald House Charities Oklahoma City (RMHC-OKC) will host its annual Red Shoe Rendezvous fundraiser on Saturday, Aug. 29, at the Oklahoma City Convention Center. The event begins at 6 p.m. and raises funds to support families with seriously ill or injured children receiving medical care in Oklahoma City. Guests can expect an evening of […]
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Great Race Brings Vintage Automotive History to Stockyards City
Oklahoma City will welcome one of the country’s most unique automotive events when the 2026 Hemmings Great Race presented by Coker Tire makes a stop in Stockyards City on Monday, June 22. Beginning at 4:30 p.m., approximately 140 antique automobiles will roll into the historic district along Exchange Avenue as part of the nine-day, 2,300-mile […]
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OG Picks – June
Festivals/Fairs Soonercon 34June 19-21, Embassy Suites Norman Hotel & Conference Center soonercon.com Juneteenth on the East Main EventJune 20, 12pm, OKC Zoo Amphitheaterfacebook.com/JuneteenthOnTheEast Summer Solstice FestivalJune 21, 10am-4pmOKC Farmers Public Marketokcfarmersmarket.com Summer Solstice: Welcome to Native America CelebrationJune 21, 5–9pm, First Americans Museumfamok.org Fourth Fridays in West VillageJune 26, 6-10pm through Octoberwestvillageokc.com Farmers Markets Scissortail […]
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Beyond the Festival
For many Oklahomans, deadCenter arrives once a year. It shows up in June with red carpets, packed theaters, celebrity sightings and a flood of independent films that briefly transform downtown Oklahoma City into a gathering place for filmmakers and cinephiles. But for Amy Janes, deadCenter Film’s newly appointed executive director, one of the organization’s biggest […]
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Pride Guide
From parades and downtown festivals to art markets, drag performances, and family-friendly gatherings, Pride Month brings a full calendar of celebrations to Oklahoma City throughout June. Whether you’re looking to honor LGBTQ+ history, support local artists, connect with community organizations, or simply join the festivities, there are events happening all month long across the metro. […]
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Name the Dog Sculpture at the OKC Louisa McCune Animal Welfare Center
The City of Oklahoma City is inviting the public to help name a new dog sculpture that will be installed at the Oklahoma City Louisa McCune Animal Welfare Center. The sculpture will be a welcoming feature at the new MAPS 4-funded facility, which is currently under construction and expected to open in 2027. The animal […]
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It’s Farmers Market Season!
Welcome to my love letter to fruits and vegetables! I’ve been a vegetarian since the 1980s, so for me, gorgeous produce is pretty hot cha cha. Behold the sweet, drippy Oklahoma peach (ideally eaten over the sink) in July! Marvel at the glorious, sweet-tart juiciness of a fresh tomato sandwich on white bread with mayo (Miracle Whip if you must) and a dash of salt! Revel in the fragrant perfection of devouring a pint of strawberries […]
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WovenLife Adult Day Center Reopening
The Adult Day Center at WovenLife has reopened in northeast Oklahoma City after closing during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. To celebrate, the organization will host a Grand Reopening Open House from 4 to 6:30 p.m. May 21 at 701 NE 13th St. Guests can tour the facility, meet staff and learn more about the […]
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Calderón Dance Festival returns
The fifth annual Calderón Dance Festival will bring a full day of movement, music and community to downtown Oklahoma City on Saturday, May 16 at Myriad Botanical Gardens. Presented with leadership support from OK Let’s Dance, the free festival celebrates dance culture through live performances, interactive classes and community-centered experiences open to all ages. The […]
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OKC HP Commission announces 2026 preservation award winners
The Oklahoma City Historic Preservation Commission revealed its 2026 preservation award winners during a May 5 ceremony at the Oklahoma City Zoo. 2026 award winners: Colcord Award for Leadership in Preservation: The annual awards recognize projects and individuals working to preserve and revitalize Oklahoma City’s historic places. Oklahoma City currently has nine local historic districts, […]