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 […]
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OKC Zoo welcomes sixth endangered Asian elephant calf
OKC Zoo welcomes sixth endangered Asian elephant calf The Oklahoma City Zoo is celebrating the arrival of its sixth endangered Asian elephant calf after 31-year-old Asha gave birth to a female on Friday, June 26. The calf arrived nearly two months ahead of schedule, making the birth an early surprise for the Zoo’s elephant care […]
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Oklahoma National Guard Museum opens new facility in Oklahoma City
A new chapter in Oklahoma’s military history is now open to the public. The Oklahoma National Guard Museum celebrated its grand opening last week, unveiling a new facility designed to tell the story of Oklahoma’s Army and Air National Guard from pre-statehood through the present day. The museum’s opening follows action taken during the 2021 […]
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America’s Freedom Bell to Stop at National Cowboy Museum on June 26
America’s Freedom Bell will make a special stop at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum on Friday, June 26, giving visitors an opportunity to honor U.S. military service members and veterans as the bell continues its cross-country journey ahead of America’s 250th anniversary celebration. Guests will be invited to ring the bell in honor […]
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Red Shoe Rendezvous returns Aug. 29 to benefit Ronald McDonald House families
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 […]