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Thunder Up: Things to Do During Thunder Season in OKC

Basketball is back in Oklahoma City! The Oklahoma City Thunder – 2025 NBA Champions – are gearing up for another season. 

This Week in OKC (Oct 13-18)

Fall has finally arrived in Oklahoma City, and there are plenty of ways to celebrate the season. 

A Season of Music: Explore the OKC Philharmonic’s 2026–2027 Lineup

Looking for a memorable night out in Oklahoma City? The Oklahoma City Philharmonic’s 2026–2027 season offers plenty of reasons to make live music part of your plans. 

Indigenous Peoples Day at First Americans Museum

First Americans Museum is hosting Indigenous Peoples Day on Oct. 12, bringing one of its largest annual community celebrations back to the museum campus. 

Halloween season brings plenty of ways to celebrate in OKC

Spooky season is officially here, and OKC has plenty going on if you’re looking for an excuse to lean into it. 

This Week in OKC (Oct 6 – 12)

Spooky season is in full swing across Oklahoma City. Whether you’re looking for haunted thrills, a night out in costume or a pumpkin-filled fall tradition, these upcoming events offer plenty of ways to celebrate October. 

Oklahoma Regatta Festival returns to the Boathouse District Oct. 2-4

Racing returns to the Oklahoma River Oct. 2-4 as the Oklahoma Regatta Festival brings three days of competition and family fun to the Boathouse District. 

Five festivals, one Saturday: Take on OKC’s fall festival bingo challenge

Oklahoma City’s fall calendar is packed on Saturday, Oct. 3 — and five local events are teaming up to give you a reason to experience more than one. 

A reader’s guide to OKC: My favorite indie bookstores across the metro

I rarely need an excuse to visit a bookstore. Give me shelves of new releases, enough time to browse and maybe a little treat along the way, and there’s a pretty good chance I’m leaving with at least one book I didn’t plan to buy. 

Dog-Friendly Dining Spots in OKC

With the weather getting cooler, our furry friends are ready to enjoy their time on the patio once again. While we can't take them everywhere with us, here are a few restaurants around OKC that are dog friendly. 

Our Favorite OKC Walking Trails

Cooler weather is on the horizon, and with it, the prime time to spend outdoors in OKC. Whether you are looking for wildlife, stunning foliage or get some steps in, here are some of The Better Life authors' favorite trails. 

This Week in OKC (Sept 22 – 28)

From Broadway favorites and craft brews to local shopping and colorful street art, Oklahoma City has plenty to explore this week. Catch a show, enjoy the fall weather or celebrate the city's creative community with these upcoming events. 

Fall favorites return to Oklahoma City

Cooler weather, pumpkins and a few scares are on the way as some of Oklahoma City’s favorite fall traditions return for the season. 

This Week in OKC (September 14 - 21)

The Oklahoma State Fair is back, but that’s not the only reason to get out in Oklahoma City this week. Shop local under the stars, catch live music, experience a longtime OKC tradition or spend an evening looking up at the Moon. 

Where to watch football in Oklahoma City this season

Football season is in full swing, and in Oklahoma, finding the right place to watch the game can be almost as important as the matchup itself. 

This Week in Oklahoma City (September 1 - 7)

What do you get when you cross the Labor Day holiday with the kickoff to college football in Oklahoma? A packed weekend that makes the perfect summer sendoff. 

Summer to Fall: Your September OKC Bucket List

September in Oklahoma City is a little bit of everything. Summer isn't quite finished, fall is just around the corner and the calendar is packed with plenty of reasons to get out and explore.

Labor Day Weekend in OKC

The unofficial end of summer is here, and a three-day weekend in Oklahoma City is the perfect excuse to make the most of it.

Spend a day exploring Oklahoma City's Plaza District

There's no single way to spend a day in the Plaza District. 

You could catch a show, hunt for vintage finds, discover a new artist and eat your way down NW 16th Street, all without leaving one of Oklahoma City's most colorful neighborhoods.

Team OKC seeks thousands of volunteers for LA28 Olympic games

The LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games may still be two years away, but Oklahoma Citians interested in being part of the action shouldn't wait to get involved. 

This week in OKC (August 25-31)

From budget-friendly bites and after-hours science to live music, spooky stories and Sunday fun, there are plenty of ways to get out and explore Oklahoma City this week.

This Week in Oklahoma City (August 18-24)

From big laughs and live music to a few unexpected ways to spend your weekend, there’s plenty to experience in OKC this week.  

MAPS 4: What’s New and What’s Next

Have you noticed a few more hardhats around Oklahoma City recently? MAPS 4 is moving from plans on paper to projects taking shape across the city.  

Approved by voters in 2019, MAPS 4 is a $1.1 billion investment in projects designed to address residents' needs and improve the quality of life.  

The MAPS Projects You Use Without Thinking About It

Caught a baseball game in Bricktown? Spent a Saturday at Scissortail Park? Taken the streetcar to a concert?  

MAPS made it happen.  

This Week in OKC (August 11-17)

From Broadway and world-renowned masterpieces to live music and hands-on creative experiences, there are plenty of ways to see, hear and experience the arts in OKC this week. 

Be a Tourist in Your Own City

Still need to check off a few summer bucket list items? Sometimes, the best experiences are hiding in the place you already call home. 

All Aboard: The OKC Streetcar Is Now Free

Getting around downtown Oklahoma City just got even easier. The OKC Streetcar is now permanently fare-free, giving residents and visitors a convenient way to explore some of the city’s most popular places. 

Roots on the Route

The best neighborhoods don't just give you a place to live — they give you a place to belong. 

Your Saturday, Planned: A Route 66 Adventure Through OKC

Need a weekend plan? Here's one that blends iconic landmarks, local neighborhoods and plenty of reasons to fall in love with Oklahoma City. 

This Week in OKC (August 4-10)

From live music and country concerts to world-class horse shows and cat videos on the big screen, there's no shortage of ways to make the most of your weekend in Oklahoma City. Here are a few events worth adding to your calendar.