USRowing will host RowFest 2024 from July 12-21 at RIVERSPORT in Oklahoma City’s Boathouse District for rowing enthusiasts across the country.
The Heartland Flyer, which offers Amtrak service between Fort Worth and Oklahoma City, provides passengers with a scenic and comfortable journey through the heartland of America. With service running once a day and every day between the two cities, you can enjoy a comfortable, economical and fun trip to your destination.
The highly anticipated standalone sequel "Twisters" is set to storm theatres nationwide on July 19, with opening weekend box office predictions ranging between $45 to $60 million. Directed by Lee Isaac Chung, known for his work on the Golden-Globe winning film "Minari" and "The Mandalorian," the film highlights Oklahoma’s unique terrain and landscape, making them critical elements of the production.
Managing a city, especially a large one, requires balancing diverse public interests with limited resources. Leaders must make critical decisions about essential services, budget allocations and local tax rates.
Oklahoma City is not just a capital city but a thriving hub of opportunity and quality living. In recent years, our vibrant metropolis has garnered attention for its robust job market, affordable living costs, promising real estate opportunities and rich cultural offerings. As we reflect on the achievements just of this past year, Oklahoma City showcases its dynamic growth and potential.
LIVE! on the Plaza is the Plaza District's free, monthly block party featuring live entertainment, local artist vendors, and dozens of specials from award-winning restaurants, bars, retailers, and service providers.
Downtown Oklahoma City will commemorate 25 years of the Bricktown Canal on Tuesday, July 2.
At a press conference held last week, Mayor David Holt and Greater Oklahoma City Chamber Chair Teresa Rose provided further details about OKC's role in hosting canoe slalom and women's softball events for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
The Chamber is supporting an effort to increase the City’s hotel tax to provide more funds for the promotion of Oklahoma City as a visitor destination. -
Celebrate PrideFest 2024 with The Oklahoma Pride Alliance, who will host the three-day event June 28-30 at Scissortail Park. Oklahoma Pride Alliance’s mission is to allow 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals to build relationships, celebrate one another and be seen in a fun community-centered environment.
Oklahoma City has emerged as one of the top ten cities for new college graduates in 2024, according to a study by Zumper. The study evaluated 100 cities across the United States, considering factors such as median rent prices, average income, unemployment rates and social opportunities.
Myriad Botanical Gardens has unveiled "Wings & Wildflowers: A Celebration of Native Pollinators," the first art exhibit in Oklahoma dedicated to the state's pollinators. This unique showcase, featuring works by 17 local artists, is now open through August 8 at the Crystal Bridge Art Gallery.
Libraries and recreation centers in the metro area will be filled with a variety of free visual and performing arts programming this summer thanks to a partnership between the Arts Council of Oklahoma City, the Metropolitan Library System and Oklahoma City Parks and Recreation.
Oklahoma City impressively climbed into the top 10 least expensive urban areas nationwide, according to the Q1 2024 Cost of Living Index (COLI) released by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER).
Election season is upon us, which means NOW is the time to make a plan to vote. Here are a few ways that you can get ready to make your voice heard on these important local, state and national elections.
Summer camps are back for children ages 5 – 17 thanks to Oklahoma City Parks and Recreation. A full slate of activities ranging from skateboarding, roller skating and cooking, to arts and athletic camps are available at recreation centers and parks across OKC.
The hot ticket in town this summer is the “Edith Head: Hollywood’s Costume Designer” exhibit at the Oklahoma City Museum of Art from June 22 – September 9.
Wednesdays in June, join the Myriad Botanical Gardens for its 14th season, SPARK Summer Movies!
Experience the joy of supporting local businesses by purchasing their products at the Made in Oklahoma Market in Scissortail Park this weekend. The market will take place on Sunday, June 9 beginning at 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. The festival is free to attend and open to the public.
Join in and celebrate one of the sweetest days of the year with National Donut Day on June 7. The OKC metro offers some of the best donuts around. Check out the list below and be sure to stop by!
DeadCenter film festival is set to return in 2024 with a full weekend of events, panels and films. DeadCenter Film Festival is Oklahoma’s largest and only Oscar-qualifying fest, with the winner of two short film categories eligible for an Academy Award.
Get ready for a summer filled with free movies under the stars, thanks to the new SPARK summer movie series at Myriad Botanical Gardens! From May 22 to June 26, come every Wednesday evening to the Devon Lawn for a magical night with family and friends.
The West Village District’s Fourth Friday is back kicking off a summer of excitement and community spirit. This popular event series, transforming the southwestern corner of downtown, will continue the last Friday of each month through October, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Get ready to celebrate love, diversity and community at the OKC Pride 2024, held from May 31 to June 2 in the vibrant 39th Street District! This beloved event, managed by OKC Pride, Inc., has grown to attract tens of thousands of visitors from across the region.
While you don’t need a special occasion or holiday to enjoy a nice glass of wine, it certainly doesn’t hurt and National Wine Day on Saturday, May 25 gives you the perfect opportunity. Oklahoma City has plenty of amazing options to enjoy a glass of your favorite wine or try something new.
Need ideas for what to do this weekend? Whether you’re a comic enthusiast, car aficionado, music lover or art critic, there is something for everyone and all ages this weekend in Oklahoma City.
Memorial Day weekend is fast approaching and ready to officially usher us into summer. What better way to celebrate the holiday weekend and kick off your favorite season than visiting one of The City of Oklahoma City’s spraygrounds, pools or aquatic centers opening Saturday, May 25.
Why should you join the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber? Great question! There are numerous benefits to joining the Chamber and below are a few of them.
As one of the state’s biggest employment generators, Oklahoma City and the aviation and aerospace defense industry go hand in hand.
It’s no surprise to those who’ve lived in Oklahoma for an extended amount of time that we are quickly approaching storm season. Being an Oklahoman, we know that springtime brings with it the need to keep up with the weather in order to be prepared for anything.
The Better Life Blog is what you need to know about OKC in your first 100 days of relocation.
Oklahoma City has so many unique opportunities that are just there for the taking. Watch our video for more about relocating to Greater Oklahoma City.
We’re not just saying it’s cost-effective to move to OKC; outside economic researchers prove it.
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