Looking for something fun to do in Oklahoma City this weekend? If so, you’re in luck as there are a number of activities for you to choose from.
If there’s one thing to be said about OKC, it’s that there’s always something to do. Below we’ve highlighted what’s available to you this weekend and provided a link to the event/venue so that you can learn more.
#1 Concerts & Music Festivals
Let’s get the ball rolling by highlighted some of the most anticipated bands performing in Oklahoma City this Friday and Saturday.
Who: Shinedown, The Struts, Zero 9:36
Where: The Zoo Amphitheatre
When: Friday (Sept. 24)
Who: Trippie Redd
Where: Relax Park
When: Friday (Sept. 24)
Who: Drive-By Truckers
Where: Scissortail Park
When: Friday (Sept. 24)
Who: In This Moment, Black Veil Brides, Ded, Raven Black
Where: The Criterion
When: Saturday (Sept. 25)
Who: Like Before
Where: Patio Stage
When: Saturday (Sept. 25)
Who: On Holiday, The Normandys, Caught Stealing
Where: Blue Note Lounge
When: Saturday (Sept. 25)
#2 The Red Lamp Presented by 3rd Act Theatre Company
You can see this play in-person on September 24th, 25th, and 26th at 3rd Act Theatre Company in OKC. General admission is $25 per person with a $5 discount for active military, veterans, educators, first responders, students, and seniors.
Premise: A hungry guy sneaks into a home in search of food and notices a lamp that, when lit, is said to bring good luck. A kid befriends the guy, who departs when the house’s leader – a stern woman, the boy’s aunt – arrives. After his aunt has left, the kid agrees to light the lamp as a signal for the guy to return. The boy’s sister has agreed to use the same signal to inform her lover that her aunt, who is opposed to the relationship, has left the home. The aunt herself turns on the lamp to summon her next-door neighbor for tea. The difficulties that follow are quick, fierce, and surprising!
#3 Art & Architecture Bike Tour
If you love a good bike ride and have an appreciation for unique architecture, this is the perfect event for you. Some key attractions include the Oklahoma National Memorial, Overholser Mansion, Olympic Training Site, Land Run Monument. The cost is $45 per person, but you can save 20% by bringing your own bicycle or scooter.
Overview: The majority of people are unaware of how amazing Oklahoma City is. Ride OKC lets individuals interact with the city on a deeper level by providing experienced local tour leaders and a fleet of comfy and easy-to-ride bikes. This adventure starts with an overview of OKC’s history and historic buildings. It takes you around downtown to view skyscrapers, contemporary homes, long-standing structures, a spooky hotel, opulent mansions, and gorgeous boathouses; all while learning about the architects who designed them. You’ll see sculptures, paintings, and bronze monuments, as well as learn about the artists and their work. The majority of the 7.5-mile ride is on level terrain, with numerous photo-op stops. You’ll also see major sites as well as off-the-beaten-path and lesser known treasures rarely found on maps or in travel guides. Prepare to be active, have a good time, and leave feeling more connected to Oklahoma City.
#4 DINO SAFARI at the OKC Zoo
DINO SAFARI is one of the most highly anticipated events held at the OKC Zoo and the event is included in your admission fee. Adults pay $31, kids three to 11 cost $28, and seniors’ admission is also $28.
Overview: They’ve grown in size. They’ve improved. And they’ll be paying you a visit at the Zoo! Visit the OKC Zoo for the highly entertaining and educational DINO SAFARI. Discover life-sized animatronic dinosaurs that move and make noises like the ancient animals as you walk around the Zoo’s Pollinator Garden. Watch them scream and breathe right in front of your eyes! Through 15 one-of-a-kind animatronic displays and eight skeleton reconstructions, this unique immersive experience links visitors to many of their favorite dinosaurs. Learn about dinosaur evolution and where they lived, as well as what the OKC Zoo is trying to save Oklahoma’s favorite reptile, the horny toad, sometimes known as the Texas horned lizard, from extinction. Enjoy delicious meals at the newly refurbished Dino Café, situated adjacent to the Pollinator Garden, and stop by the dino-store for a unique variety of souvenirs while on your DINO SAFARI.
#5 Frontier City – Fright Fest
If you love a good fright and amusement rides, Six Flags’ Frontier City – Fright Fest is perfect for you. The event opens on Friday (September 24th) and runs through October 31st. Admission starts at just $14.99, so be sure to check out this event before it’s gone!
Overview: Dare to join the season’s most exciting Halloween event, complete with family-friendly activities throughout the day and thrills after the sun sets. Do you dare to enter the Garden of Evil’s entrance? Maybe you’ll be able to make it through the twisting Nightmare, which is full of surprises at every turn. Don’t miss out on these once-in-a-lifetime experiences! Keep an eye on your back! When you enter the Scare Zone, you may encounter a zombie, a witch, or anything else that goes bump in the night. You’ve never been on a rollercoaster like this before. Under the cover of darkness, board your favorite roller coaster and keep an eye out for monsters in the seat next to you.
