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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ReMerge to equip 300 students for new school year
As the first day of school approaches, ReMerge is asking the community to help ensure 300 Oklahoma City children have the supplies they need to start the year prepared. The nonprofit’s annual Back to School Bash, set for Aug. 1, will provide backpacks filled with grade-appropriate school supplies for children of mothers participating in ReMerge’s […]
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Team OKC launches first LA28 community volunteer event in Oklahoma City
As applications open for volunteers for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games, Team OKC marked the two-year countdown to the LA28 Olympics by hosting Oklahoma City’s first official LA28 community volunteer event Tuesday at Zach D. Taylor Park. Held in partnership with OKC Beautiful, the community cleanup brought together more than 100 volunteers, who collected […]
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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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Centennial excitement, state money draws thousands to Oklahoma’s strip of Route 66
ARCADIA — Though she lives only four hours from the end of Route 66, Krista London found herself wishing she could attend the highway’s historic centennial celebrations in a state over a thousand miles away. The California resident said her interest in Oklahoma’s 400-mile stretch of Route 66 was piqued after watching the state’s celebrations online. […]
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OKC Golf Courses Set Record with More Than 370,000 Rounds Played
Oklahoma City’s municipal golf courses enjoyed a record-breaking year, with golfers playing more than 370,000 rounds during fiscal year 2026, the highest total in the city’s history. The milestone reflects the continued popularity of the city’s six public golf courses and ongoing investments to improve facilities and the player experience. City officials say the record […]
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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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American Banjo Museum hosts “A Very Muppet Sing-Along with Lucas Ross” on July 11
Fans of The Muppets are invited to sing along to some of the franchise’s most beloved songs during a special family-friendly event at the American Banjo Museum. The museum will present “A Very Muppet Sing-Along with Lucas Ross” on Saturday, July 11, at 2 p.m. as part of its featured exhibition, “POP! Goes the Banjo!” […]
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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 […]