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This week in OKC- May 27

It is a big week in OKC as the Women's College World Series action starts, Pride events start all over OKC and more. 

OKC honored again as a Tree City USA

Oklahoma City has been recognized again as a Tree City USA for meeting standards that support tree planting and care. 

InternOKC: Bridging the gap between college and career

As more employers prioritize converting interns into full-time team members, preparing young talent for that transition has never been more important.  InternOKC offers a one-day, high-impact experience that helps interns feel connected to their workplace and to the Oklahoma City community.

Experience art, music and more at OKC’s Paseo Arts Festival returning this Memorial Day weekend

The Paseo Arts Festival, the Paseo Arts Association’s largest annual event, returns Memorial Day weekend to support local artists, artists from across the country and businesses in the Paseo Arts District. 

Memorial Day weekend in OKC: From festivals to outdoor fun, here's where to go and what to do

Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial start of summer, and Oklahoma City offers a full lineup of ways to enjoy it. From family-friendly festivals and outdoor concerts to ballgames and nature trails, the city makes it easy to fill your long weekend.

deadCenter Film releases schedule for 25th annual festival

Named one of the “20 Coolest Film Festivals in the World” by MovieMaker Magazine, the deadCenter Film Festival returns June 11-15 with five days of screenings, panels and events in downtown Oklahoma City. 

Celebrate Mother's Day and More Around OKC

From brunches to cruises and outdoor fun, Oklahoma City offers plenty of ways to celebrate Mother’s Day and savor spring. Here’s a guide to some of the best events, dining spots and seasonal favorites to make this May one to remember. 

Spring Time Patio Dine

Take advantage of the warm weather with a meal or drink on one of OKC’s best patios. Whether you're celebrating mom or just soaking in the sunshine, there's something for everyone. 

🥕 Shop Local: Farmers Market Season is Here

Oklahoma City is home to a vibrant network of farmers markets and local food hubs that celebrate fresh, seasonal, and locally produced goods. Whether you're hunting for heirloom tomatoes, handcrafted soaps, or grass-fed meats, these markets offer something for everyone.

Shop Local, Love Local: Where to Support Small Business Week 2025 in OKC

National Small Business Week 2025 is from May 4–10, and it's the perfect time to support local businesses here in Oklahoma City.

Roll Into Creativity: The 2025 Steamroller Print Festival in OKC

Mark your calendars for Saturday, May 3, as the vibrant Deep Deuce district of Oklahoma City transforms into an open-air printmaking studio for the annual Steamroller Print Festival. 

Explore Oklahoma City Like a Local with the Explore OKC Walking Tour

If you really want to get to know Oklahoma City, not just the tourist spots, but the real heart of it, the Explore OKC Walking Tour is where you need to start!  

Will Rogers International Airport to offer nonstop flights to Cancun this winter

Oklahoma City’s Will Rogers International Airport (WRIA) announced nonstop service to Cancún, Mexico, offered by American Airlines beginning Nov. 8, 2025.

OKC receives highest possible bond ratings for 17 years in a row

Moody’s Investors Service and S&P Global reaffirmed the City of Oklahoma City’s highest possible bond ratings, citing strong financial management and stability.

Three OKC finalists named for 2025 James Beard Awards

Three chefs and restaurants from the Oklahoma City area were named finalists for the 2025 James Beard Awards, one of the highest honors in the restaurant industry.

OKC Memorial Marathon

Lace up your shoes, pin your bib and start your watch.  

Hop Around Town This Easter

Spring is in the air, and it’s time to hop to one of the many Easter events happening in the Oklahoma City metro!

Know The History Behind The Oklahoma City Bombing

April 19, 1995, was a day that made a point in history and changed the city forever. 

L.A. City Council officially approves OKC to host canoe slalom, softball for LA28 Olympics

The Los Angeles City Council voted today (Friday, March 28, 2025) to approve the LA28 revised venue proposal, relocating canoe slalom to Oklahoma City, where it will join softball in top-tier, purpose-built venues. Both Oklahoma City sports complexes are renowned for hosting premier canoe slalom and softball events and are hosting a series of international events leading up to the LA28 Games. This vote was the last step in confirming Oklahoma City’s role in the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles. 

Festival of the Arts returns to downtown OKC

The Festival of the Arts will take place April 24-27 at Bicentennial Park in downtown Oklahoma City. The annual event, organized by Arts Council Oklahoma City, draws an average of 750,000 people and features visual, performing and culinary arts. 

OKC ranked No. 9 city with the best street art

USA Today’s 10 Best Readers’ Choice Awards 2025 recently ranked Oklahoma City No. 9 among the top 10 U.S. cities with the best street art collections, placing ahead of Portland, Oregon, at No. 10.  

OAK’s Made in Oklahoma Market: Shop Local, Support Local

Oklahoma’s vibrant maker community is coming together for a monthly celebration of creativity, craftsmanship, and community.

OKCMOA’s 6th Annual Art in Bloom: A Celebration of Art and Flowers

Experience the fusion of fine art and florals at the 6th Annual Art in Bloom at the Oklahoma City Museum of Art. 

MOMENTUM 2025: Showcasing Oklahoma’s Emerging Artists

Celebrate Resilience and Run for History – Join the City’s Most Anticipated Event

This year marks the 30th anniversary of the Oklahoma City bombing, and the 25th year of the OKC Memorial Marathon, one of OKC’s most celebrated annual events, offering an inspiring and energetic experience for runners, walkers and spectators alike.  

Discover OKC’s Thriving Districts: Where Innovation, Culture and Community Come Together

Spring into Creativity: Explore Nature, Art and Wellness Across OKC

As spring breathes new life into Oklahoma City, it’s the perfect time to explore the vibrant intersection of nature, art and wellness.

Spring in Bloom: The Myriad Botanical Gardens’ Tulip Festival Returns to OKC

As spring approaches, Oklahoma City prepares to welcome one of its most vibrant and picturesque events—the Tulip Festival at the Myriad Botanical Gardens.

39th Annual Red Earth Festival

The Red Earth Festival is a premier annual event in Oklahoma City that celebrates Native American art, dance, and culture. Established in 1987, it has grown into one of the world's largest and most respected visual and performing arts festivals. 

Route 66 Art & Murals in Oklahoma City

Oklahoma City is known for many things, including its vibrant art scene and its long stretch of the historic Route 66 Highway. Combine those two things and you get some of OKC’s coolest art and murals along Route 66.