May
Every Saturday
Drop-in Art on Saturdays!
Families are invited to join the Oklahoma City Museum of Art every Saturday to create works of art inspired by the museum's collection, exhibitions, and special events throughout the year. No advance registration is required. 1-4pm. Information: 236.3100 or okcmoa.com.

Every Sunday
Sunday in the Park
Get fit and learn about the nature of the season when you join in the Sunday Nature Hikes at the Martin Park Nature Center. 5000 West Memorial Road.  The center offers guided park tours and nature hikes every Sunday at 2:30pm. Reservations required. Fee: $2. Information: 755.0676 or okc.gov.

Friday 21
Movie Night at the Museum: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
Bring your pillow and sleeping bag for this family movie night in the Sam Noble Museum’s Great Hall featuring “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.” Galleries open from 5:30-7pm. - movie begins at 7pm. Free for children under 5. Snacks will be available for purchase during the show. Information: 325.4712 or snomnh.ou.edu.

Saturday 22
Family Day - Sketch To Screen
Families enjoy fun-filled activities for all ages, including hands-on art, face painting, mini-tours, a family activity guide, door prizes, and much more at the Oklahoma City Museum of Art. In addition, the Metropolitan Library will present story times throughout the afternoon. FREE with admission from 12-4pm. Information: 236.3100 or okcmoa.com.

Saturday 22 - Monday 31
Go Outdoors
During the National Go Outdoors Event Bass Pro Shops are offering kids and adults all kinds of ways to go outdoors. Kids and adults alike need this chance to re-connect with the outdoors! Join Bass Pro with some fun and exciting FREE activities, booths and seminars as they encourage you and your family to GO OUTDOORS! Information: 218.5200 or basspro.com.

Friday 28
Yard Dawgz Home Games
Join the Yard Dawgz at home for high scoring battles starting at 7:05pm. Tickets as low as $10! Information: 405.228.DAWG! Tickets are available at the Ford Center Box Office or online at ticketmaster.com. For the 2010 schedule visit okcyarddawgz.com.

Friday 28 & Saturday 29
Switcharoos Children’s Consignment Sale
Choose from a wide variety of gently used children's apparel and accessories from Switcharoos great consignors. Infants to teens and in between. Held at the Cleveland County Fairgrounds from 10am-5pm. Information: montagefestivals.com.

Opens Saturday 29
Pelican Bay Water Park
Jump into a tropical paradise at Pelican Bay Water Park. It's a tropical island full of surprises, splashes, squirts, sprays and slides. 1034 S. Bryant, Edmond. $7 for ages 6 & up, $4 for ages 5 & under. Information: 216.7649 or edmondok.com.

Saturday 29 & Sunday 30
Edmond Jazz, Blues & Green Festival
This music festival at Stephenson Park features smooth jazz and rhythmic blues. Also enjoy hot food and cold beverages, arts & crafts and children's games and activities. FREE. Information: 341.3321 or downtownedmondok.com.

Children's Cowboy Festival
This annual event features two days of mouth-watering campfire cooked foods, children's educational hands-on activities and western stage entertainment. Stagecoach and pony rides await visitors at the museum's largest outdoor event. 10am-4pm. Information: 478.2250 or nationalcowboymuseum.org.

Saturday 29 - Monday 31
Paseo Arts Festival
The annual festival will showcase the original works of over 75 visual artists. Two stages will showcase the talent of Oklahoma's best musicians and entertainers. A free children's area will give kids a chance to make art, explore their creativity, and have fun. FREE admission. Information: 525.2688 or thepaseo.com.

June

Starts Tuesday 1
Wild Tuesdays Storytime Safaris
Every Tuesday in June and July, children ages 11 and under will enjoy fascinating stories, a meet-and-greet with a Zookeeper, a craft activity and a free juice drink. Story time sessions take place at 9:30 & 10:30am. at the OKC Zoo (Judy Memorial Garden). Information: 425.0262 or okczoo.com.

Starts Wednesday 2
Okietales
Join the Oklahoma History Center for a special summer reading program. Dive into books and explore Oklahoma’s unique history and learn through objects what the past can teach us today. Every Wednesday through July 28 at 11am. Information: 522.0765 or okhistorycenter.org.
 
Saturday 5
Home Depot Kids Workshops
Free "How-To Clinics" designed for children ages 5-12. The workshops are offered on the first Saturday of each month from 9am-noon at all of The Home Depot stores. Children, accompanied by an adult, construct projects from kits including the creation of toolboxes, fire trucks and mail organizers, as well as more educational projects, such as a birdhouse, bughouse or leaf press kit. Information: homedepot.com.

Charlie Christian Festival
This fun-filled outdoor festival celebrates the musical contributions of jazz guitar legend, world renowned, Charlie Christian. The event features jazz and blues music, battle of the bands, jam session, jazz explosion, great food, arts & crafts and more. Regatta Park. Information: 524.3800 or charliechristianfestival.com.

Saturday Night Nature Hike
Explore the forest of Martin Park on this late night guided nature tour.  Participants will be sharing the trails with nocturnal mammals, owls, lightning bugs and viewing the constellations in the starry summer sky – all ages are welcome. 9-11pm. Reservations a must, call: 755.0676. 

Kids All-American Fishing Derby
Kids ages 5-15 may enter this FREE event at Spring Creek Park registration at 7:30am. Prizes are awarded at noon. Bring bait, fishing equipment, hat, sunscreen, sunglasses and lawn chair. Concessions and worms available for sale. Parents must accompany children. Information: 216.7471 or edmondok.com.

Bowling Tournament Fundraiser
Join the City of Yukon for some family fun at the Yukon AMF Bowling Alley at 500 E. Main St. $25 to bowl (includes 3 games, shoes and food). Yukon Bowling Tournament Fundraiser benefiting many community programs. 6-10pm. Information: 350.5410 or cityofyukonok.gov.

Parents Night Out
Children enjoy an evening of crafts, playground games and pizza at Unpluggits Playstudio while parents take some well deserved time for themselves. Ages 5 and up from 5-8pm. Registration required. Information: 340.7584 or unpluggits.com.

Chisholm Trail Celebration
This annual outdoor event in Yukon celebrates aspects of Tex-Mex culture including food, history, and music plus numerous activities for all age groups. Location: Kirkpatrick Family Farm, 1001 Garth Brooks Blvd. 10am-10pm. Information: 350.8937 or cityofyukonok.gov.

Every Saturday
Drop-in Art on Saturdays!
Families are invited to join the Oklahoma City Museum of Art every Saturday to create works of art inspired by the museum's collection, exhibitions, and special events throughout the year. No advance registration is required. 1-4pm. Information: 236.3100 or okcmoa.com.

Every Sunday
Sunday in the Park
Get fit and learn about the nature of the season when you join in the Sunday Nature Hikes at the Martin Park Nature Center. 5000 West Memorial Road.  The center offers guided park tours and nature hikes every Sunday at 2:30pm. Reservations required. Fee: $2. Information: 755.0676 or okc.gov.

Starts Thursday 10
Summer Sizzler Movie Nights
Jump in every other Thursday for the Pelican Bay Summer Sizzler Movie Night. Swim, dive, play then grab a deck chair under the moonlight while watching a great movie! 8-10:30pm. All ages. $5 per person. Information & schedule: 216.7649 or edmondok.com.

Friday 11
Pizza Pillow Party
Pizza pillow party is back at Unpluggits Playstudio. Includes girly crafts and games, face painting, nail art and all around girly fun! Ages 5 and up from 6-9pm. Registration required. Information: 340.7584 or unpluggits.com.
 
Saturday 12
Free Museum Admission
Enjoy free admission to the Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History today from 10am-5pm., courtesy of Chesapeake Energy. Information: 325.4712 or snomnh.ou.edu.

Starts Tuesday 15 & Thursday 17
Summer Kids Movie Series
Every Tuesday and Thursday during June and July enjoy a kid-friendly movie at the Warren Theatre in Moore. All shows begin at 10am. $2 for everyone or $15 for the whole summer. Information: 735.9676 or cityofmoore.com.

Friday 18           
Night at the Museum: Gone Wild
This event will take place Friday, June 25th for children ages 6-12 and will feature real exotic animals from "Extreme Animals," a safari scavenger hunt, games, prizes and a showing of the original movie "A Night at the Museum." Kids will also enjoy eating pizza, tasty treats and theater style popcorn. Children are encouraged to dress up like their favorite animal and bring a sleeping bag for the movie. 6-11pm at Edmond Historical Society & Museum. Space is limited. Registration deadline today! Call 340.0078 or email: cgibson@coxinet.net.

Friday18 - Sunday 20
Red Earth Native American Cultural Festival
For three thrilling days, the Cox Convention Center will be host to a cultural festival known worldwide for performance and fine arts, as well as children's and youth's dance and art competitions, as well as educational activities. Information: 427.5228 or redearth.org. 

Saturday 19
1st Annual Big Wheel Nationals
1st Annual Big Wheel Nationals Races begin at 11am - Old Town Moore - Between Old School and Moore City Hall. Fun for the entire family, inflatables, food and giveaway prizes. Ages 4-10. Information: cityofmoore.com.

Folklife Festival
Join the celebration of Oklahoma's rich and diverse cultural heritage at the Oklahoma History Center's Oklahoma Folklife Festival.  This festival showcases Oklahoma's varied traditions and "old ways" through music, dance, traditional crafts and much more. Information: 522.5207 or okhistory.org.

Father’s Day Fiesta
Fathers enjoy Orr Family Farm’s unique attractions, as well as events designed just for him. Don’t miss the Toe Fishing Contest, prizes available to each winner. 10am-6pm. Information: 799.FARM or orrfamilyfarm.com.

Saturday 19 & Sunday 20             
Star Spangled Salute Air Show
Honoring 'life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness,' festival goers will enjoy military static displays, demonstrations, entertainment and oodles of children's activities. When the daytime entertainment is over, the night sky will become a masterpiece of breathtaking fireworks. FREE at Tinker Air Force Base. Information: 455.1818.

Sunday 20 - Happy Father's Day!!

Thursday 24
Summer Sizzler Movie Nights
Jump in every other Thursday for the Pelican Bay Summer Sizzler Movie Night. Swim, dive, play then grab a deck chair under the moonlight while watching a great movie! 8-10:30pm. All ages. $5 per person. Information & schedule: 216.7649 or edmondok.com.

Friday 25          
Night at the Museum: Gone Wild
This event will take place tonight for children ages 6-12 and will feature real exotic animals from "Extreme Animals," a safari scavenger hunt, games, prizes and a showing of the original movie "A Night at the Museum." Kids will also enjoy eating pizza, tasty treats and theater style popcorn. Children are encouraged to dress up like their favorite animal and bring a sleeping bag for the movie. 6-11pm at Edmond Historical Society & Museum. Space is limited. Call 340.0078 or email: cgibson@coxinet.net or visit www.edmondhistory.org.

Saturday 26   
Library Day
Free admission to the Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History today when you show your library card. Storytimes and activities throughout the day from 10am-5pm. Information: 325.4712 or snomnh.ou.edu.

Fireman's Bean Supper
Bring the entire family for this 41st annual event featuring an evening of food, live music, fire truck rides, fireworks, and fun. Wild Horse Park, Mustang. Information: 376.2758 or mustangchamber.com.

Bowling for Rhinos 2010
Join Zoo Friends as they have tons of fun at Heritage Lanes Bowling Alley from 3-7pm. This exciting event is a wonderful opportunity for families, scouts and youth groups to have fun while helping save endangered rhinos in the wild.  For only $20 each, participants will receive 3 games of bowling, shoe rental, t-shirt, refreshments and door prizes opportunities. Information: 425.0257.

Yard Dawgz Home Games
Join the Yard Dawgz at home for high scoring battles starting at 7:05pm. Tickets as low as $10! Information: 405.228.DAWG! Tickets are available at the Ford Center Box Office or online at ticketmaster.com. For the 2010 schedule visit okcyarddawgz.com.

Saturday 26- July 10
LibertyFest 2010
LibertyFest in Edmond was selected as one of the top 10 places to be in America on July 4th by CNN & USA Today. This festival of festivals includes a concert, road rally, kitefest, chalk event, car show, food fest, rodeo, beauty pageant, fireworks & entertainment. Information: 340.2527 or libertyfest.org.

Sunday 27
LibertyFest Road Rally
The Road Rally is designed as a fun family event and really easy to participate in. It is just like a scavenger hunt on wheels. Instructions are given to you as you leave the launch site (City Administration Parking Lot Corner Boulevard & First) at 11am and you are directed all around the city answering questions as you go. Cost $7. Information: 341.4336 or libertyfest.org.

A Taste of Edmond
This annual event is an excellent time to enjoy foods from over 30 of the Edmond area's finest restaurants. For a small donation to LibertyFest, guest may sample foods from every participating restaurant. You will not leave hungry. This is truly a family affair located at the Festival Market Place. 6:30-8:30pm. Information: 249.9391 or libertyfest.org.

July

Friday 2
Chalk it Up for LibertyFest
Chalk It Up at the Festival Market Place! Your masterpiece will compete for The Most Artistic, The Most Colorful, The Best Use of Space and The Best Overall Chalker awards. Attendees will enjoy live karaoke, arts and crafts, face painting and more. 10am. FREE. Information: 359.4630 or libertyfest.org.

Saturday 3
LibertyFest "4th of July Parade"
Be sure to get there early for a good seat, as more than 50,000 people line the 1.5 mile parade route in downtown Edmond to watch the greatest July 4th parade in Oklahoma. 9am. Information: 341.4336 or libertyfest.org.

Home Depot Kids Workshops
Free "How-To Clinics" designed for children ages 5-12. The workshops are offered on the first Saturday of each month from 9am-noon at all of The Home Depot stores. Children, accompanied by an adult, construct projects from kits including the creation of toolboxes, fire trucks and mail organizers, as well as more educational projects, such as a birdhouse, bughouse or leaf press kit. Information: homedepot.com.

Sunday 4 - Happy 4th of July!

ParkFest at UCO
Celebrate Independence Day with fun games, festive activities, fabulous food, music and entertainment. The fun begins at 5pm. and activities begin to end around 9:30pm. in preparation for the fantastic fireworks show! You will want to bring a blanket or lawn chair, sit back and enjoy the fireworks that begin around 10pm. Information: 340.2527 or libertyfest.org.    

Independence Day Celebration
Celebrate Independence Day at the Bay! Enjoy fun games and prizes along with the attractions at Pelican Bay Water Park. Information: 216.7649 or edmondok.com.

Freedom Fest
Freedom Fest celebrates our nation's independence with the Mid American Hot Rod Association car show, children's activities, swimming, children's parade, and relay races plus a huge fireworks display. 8am-11pm. Information: 350.8937 or cityofyukonok.gov.

Tuesday 6
Free Mini Lego Model Build
Join the LEGO Store in Penn Square on the first Tuesday of every month and you can learn how to build a cool mini model, and take it home – for FREE! Quantities are limited and open to children ages 6-14. 5pm until supplies last. Information: Stores.Lego.com.

Wild Tuesdays Storytime Safaris
Every Tuesday in June and July, children ages 11 and under will enjoy fascinating stories, a meet-and-greet with a Zookeeper, a craft activity and a free juice drink. Story time sessions take place at 9:30 & 10:30am. at the OKC Zoo (Judy Memorial Garden). Information: 425.0262 or okczoo.com.

Tuesday 6 - Saturday 10
Chitty Chitty Bang Bang
Take your family on a wild, fantastical ride, as Chitty Chitty Bang Bang
soars into the Civic Center. The incredible adventures of this out-of-the-ordinary car that flies through the air and sails the seas is reaching a new generation through an enthralling and enchanting stage musical.  With unforgettable songs and special effects, it is sure to be your family’s favorite new Broadway hit! Information: 297.2264 or okcciviccenter.org.

Starts Wednesday 7
Way Back Wednesday
Groove out at the Oklahoma City Zoo every Wednesday in July & August and enjoy retro prices, including zoo admission for $1.00! There will also be $1 rides and concession specials. Information: 425.0262 or okczoo.com.

Wednesday 7
Okietales
Join the Oklahoma History Center for a special summer reading program. Dive into books and explore Oklahoma’s unique history and learn through objects what the past can teach us today. Every Wednesday through July 28 at 11am. Information: 522.0765 or okhistorycenter.org.

Thursday 8
Summer Sizzler Movie Nights
Jump in every other Thursday for the Pelican Bay Summer Sizzler Movie Night. Swim, dive, play then grab a deck chair under the moonlight while watching a great movie! 8-10:30pm. All ages. $5 per person. Information & schedule: 216.7649 or edmondok.com.

Friday 9 & Saturday 10
Midsummer Nights Fair
Visit the annual arts fair where local and regional artists celebrate the visual arts. There will be a "Children’s Art Wall" available for children to express their artistic talents. Free T-Shirts will be passed out to the first 75 kids that participate in the Children’s Art Wall project. Also includes food vendors, music and performing artists. FREE from 6-11pm. Lion's Park is located on Flood & Symmes in Norman. Information: 329.4523 or normanfirehouse.com.

Saturday 10
Yard Dawgz Home Games
Join the Yard Dawgz at home for high scoring battles starting at 7:05pm. Tickets as low as $10! Information: 405.228.DAWG! Tickets are available at the Ford Center Box Office or online at ticketmaster.com. For the 2010 schedule visit okcyarddawgz.com.

Every Saturday
Drop-in Art on Saturdays!
Families are invited to join the Oklahoma City Museum of Art every Saturday to create works of art inspired by the museum's collection, exhibitions, and special events throughout the year. No advance registration is required. 1-4pm. Information: 236.3100 or okcmoa.com.

Every Sunday
Sunday in the Park
Get fit and learn about the nature of the season when you join in the Sunday Nature Hikes at the Martin Park Nature Center. 5000 West Memorial Road.  The center offers guided park tours and nature hikes every Sunday at 2:30pm. Reservations required. Fee: $2. Information: 755.0676 or okc.gov.

Saturday 17
Outdoor Pottery Class
Learn from the staff at Martin Park how to blend all natural materials into clay pottery. With a little water and a lot of hand mixing, you will go home with a modern rendition of a historical clay pot. All ages are welcome. 10am-12pm. Reservations a must, call: 755.0676. 

Thursday 22
Summer Sizzler Movie Nights
Jump in every other Thursday for the Pelican Bay Summer Sizzler Movie Night. Swim, dive, play then grab a deck chair under the moonlight while watching a great movie! 8-10:30pm. All ages. $5 per person. Information & schedule: 216.7649 or edmondok.com.

Friday 30
Yard Dawgz Home Games
Join the Yard Dawgz at home for high scoring battles starting at 7:05pm. Tickets as low as $10! Information: 405.228.DAWG! Tickets are available at the Ford Center Box Office or online at ticketmaster.com. For the 2010 schedule visit okcyarddawgz.com.


August

Monday 2
FREE First Monday
Free admission to the Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History today from 10am-5pm. Information: 325.4712 or snomnh.ou.edu.

Tuesday 3
Free Mini Lego Model Build
Join the LEGO Store in Penn Square on the first Tuesday of every month and you can learn how to build a cool mini model, and take it home – for FREE! Quantities are limited and open to children ages 6-14. 5pm until supplies last. Information: Stores.Lego.com.

Wednesday 4
Way Back Wednesday
Groove out at the Oklahoma City Zoo every Wednesday in July & August and enjoy retro prices, including zoo admission for $1.00! There will also be $1 rides and concession specials. Information: 425.0262 or okczoo.com.

Every Saturday
Drop-in Art on Saturdays!
Families are invited to join the Oklahoma City Museum of Art every Saturday to create works of art inspired by the museum's collection, exhibitions, and special events throughout the year. No advance registration is required. 1-4pm. Information: 236.3100 or okcmoa.com.

Saturday 7
Arcadia Lake Sweep
This Arcadia Lake clean-up event will be held 9am – noon at Spring Creek Park (approximately 2 ½ miles east of I-35 on SE 15th St.) Participants will receive a t-shirt and a hot dog lunch. Please bring your own gloves. Trash bags and clean-up assignments are given at registration table. FREE. Rainout next Saturday, Aug.14. Information: 216.7471 or edmondok.com.

Home Depot Kids Workshops
Free "How-To Clinics" designed for children ages 5-12. The workshops are offered on the first Saturday of each month from 9am-noon at all of The Home Depot stores. Children, accompanied by an adult, construct projects from kits including the creation of toolboxes, fire trucks and mail organizers, as well as more educational projects, such as a birdhouse, bughouse or leaf press kit. Information: homedepot.com.

Every Sunday
Sunday in the Park
Get fit and learn about the nature of the season when you join in the Sunday Nature Hikes at the Martin Park Nature Center. 5000 West Memorial Road.  The center offers guided park tours and nature hikes every Sunday at 2:30pm. Reservations required. Fee: $2. Information: 755.0676 or okc.gov.

Saturday 14
Spin Your Wheels 2010
Spin Your Wheels is a non-competitive bicycle tour with courses ranging from 12K to 100 miles. It is the perfect ride for any level of cyclist or team, featuring exceptional food and beverages, complimentary massages, bicycle adjustments, fully equipped rest stops and First-Aid assistance. Information and to register online: tccokc.org/syw or 789.6711.

Saturday 21
Family Fun Nights
Play 9-Holes with the whole family at KickingBird Golf Club. Special Junior Tees set up, a FREE Putting Course, $2 range tokens. Tee times start at 5pm. Entry Fee: $6 Green fees - $6 Carts. Information: 341.5350.

 
 

 






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