Midtown
On the northern edge of downtown and just west of Automobile Alley, the Midtown district connects the hustle and bustle of downtown with the stately historic neighborhoods to its north. With a mix of local restaurants, neighborhood pubs and unique shops, it’s a great place to experience the best of OKC’s recent urban renaissance.
Enjoy a burger at a local staple
Irma’s Burger Shack has long been a local favorite for grabbing a burger. With Oklahoma-raised beef on the menu, plus hand-cut French fries and hand-breaded Onion Rings, this restaurant offers an authentic Oklahoma eating experience.
Grab a cup of joe at Elemental
Elemental Coffee Roasters imports and roasts some of the finest coffees available and serves them at its coffee shop, which offers a full menu of espresso-based drinks, brewed coffee and fresh food. Be sure to pay a visit during the weekend to sample their delicious brunch menu.
Strike out at Dust Bowl
This 12-lane bowling alley harkens back to the heyday of bowling with its retro-inspired décor (think wood paneling and shag carpets). It’s located right below Fassler Hall, meaning that after you bowl a few frames you can walk upstairs to enjoy beers and brats at this German-inspired beer garden. If you enjoy the vintage-bar vibe, take a short walk and pay a visit to R&J’s Supper Club as well.
Find food truck fare at Bleu Garten
With a rotating schedule of food trucks, you will never get tired of the cuisine at Bleu Garten. Its open-air dining includes lawn games, a fire pit, a full-service bar and several large TVs, making it a great place to catch a Thunder game during basketball season.
NW 10th & Walker Ave.
www.midtownokc.com
Of course, the guide above is just a sampling of what there is to taste, see and do in the district.
"Rampage At Remington"...MMA Live
The heat of July brings on a “Rampage at Remington” inferno! The caged action will be furious at Remington Park on Saturday night, July 22 with the...
2017 Bricktown Beach
Temporary summer attraction, Bricktown Beach, is back for another year! The project will include a large sand-filled outdoor park area with umbrellas,...
2017 Youth National Arabian &
Come out to the 2017 Youth Nationals on July 22 - 29 in OKC at the State Fair Park for 8 days of exciting horse show classes! Enjoy world class...
Afton Presents The White Out Concert
For the first time EVER.... DJ LUC performs live in Oklahoma City. Oklahoma State Fair Kay-O will be Joining the White Out tour with Gardener Kid....
Arabian Horse TAIL Tours
The Youth National Arabian & Half-Arabian Championship Horse Show will be returning to Oklahoma City for its 25th Anniversary. From July 22-29,...
Art Moments
Enjoy a variety of 10-minute spotlight talks throughout the galleries to introduce different works in the Museum’s temporary exhibitions or permanent...
Cartoons & Comics: The Early Art of Tom
Acclaimed Western artist Tom Ryan (1922-2011) spoke often about those who inspired him: N.C. Wyeth, Howard Pyle, Frank Reilly, even Rembrandt. Yet...
CENTER OF THE GALAXY FESTIVAL
OKC Farmers Market will be host to the CENTER OF THE GALAXY FESTIVAL on July 21-23, 2017. The inaugural event will be celebrating the 40th Anniversary...
Daily Keeper Connections at the Oklahoma
Are you a fan of flamingos? Painted dogs or Red River hogs? Daily Keeper Connections help you connect with your favorite animals and the keepers who...
Great Lawn Concert: Don Flemmons
Join us for an evening of brilliant music featuring Carolina Chocolate Drops founder Dom Flemons, kicking off at 7:30pm Saturday, July 22 at the Great...
History Comes Alive
Experience history as you never have before. Colorful Oklahoma characters will reenact history through the eyes of those who created it! Saturdays May...
Improv OKC@ The Paramount
Join OKC Improv at the Paramount Theater for a night of live, interactive, unpredictable comedy! $10 a show or $15 for both. Tickets at...
Kehinde Wiley: A New Republic
"Kehinde Wiley: A New Republic" presents an overview of the artist's career including around 50 of his oil paintings, stained glass and sculpture. The...
Luau Cruise
Join Oklahoma River Cruises for a night of Hawaiian themed tunes and beautiful views, enough to make even Don Ho jealous! View the evening Ferry...
National Day of the Cowboy
The Museum will celebrate the culture and pioneering spirit of the West on National Day of the Cowboy. This event, open to the public, includes...
OKC Improv
OKC Improv is Oklahoma's premiere showcase of the best local and regional improvisational comedy and theater! Improvisation, or improv, is a form of...
Oklahoma Shakespeare In The Park
Enjoy an evening of summer theater when the Oklahoma Shakespeare In the Park presents Or, at their studio in the Paseo Arts District. Aphra Behn,...
Painting in the Gardens: Folk Music Fun!
Join Wine an Palette at the Gardens to create a unique piece of art. You can choose between the Folk Fest Banjo - includes a banjo, guitar and...
Rachel Lynch
She has a folksy sound, with some profanity and a ton of sweetness. Here to bring reality to your eardrums. No Cover Charge! Smoke and Vape Free!...
Sole Expression: The Art of the Shoe
Shoes, the designers who create them, and the artists who interpret them will take center stage in Science Museum Oklahoma’s smART Space art galleries...
Spring/Summer Attraction Schedule for
Immerse yourself in the sights, sounds, smells and hands-on fun that these popular Zoo attractions offer. All Zoo rides and attractions are...
Summer Concert Series at Frontier City -
Enjoy a concert under the stars when Randy Houser performs at the Starlight Amphitheater at Frontier City on Saturday, July 22, 2017. All concerts are...
The 45th Annual Prix de West
The National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum hosts a prestigious invitational art exhibit of more than 300 Western paintings and sculptures by...
The A. Keith Brodkin Contemporary
The Brodkin Project facilitates the collection, preservation, and accessibility of primary resources that reflect a selected artist’s life and career....
The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Show
The Dinner Detective is the largest, award-winning, interactive comedic murder mystery dinner show in the United States. We are now running public and...
Vintage Black Heroes: The Chisholm Kid
The first black cowboy to be featured in a comic strip, The Chisholm Kid appeared from 1950 – 1954 in the Pittsburgh Courier’s comic insert. To...
Western Avenue Cars and Coffee
Join us every 4th Saturday of the month for cars, coffee, and cold beer starting at 10am March 25th....
2017 Arts Council of OKC's Twilight
The 2017 Sunday Twilight Concert Series will take place at Myriad Gardens Great Lawn Stage AND Bicentennial Park, so be sure to check the Arts...
24/7 Art Party & IAO Fundraiser
On 7/24, join us for 24/7 - a 24 hour art party at IAO. Live music, video art, film screenings, interactive art, performances, and more. This fun...
AFI & Circa Survive
DCF Concerts presents AFI and CIRCA SURVIVE at the Diamond Ballroom with special guest Citizen....
Summer Adult Classes
Expand your skills and explore your creativity this summer. Enrollment opens May 4 for our four- and eight-week classes designed for artists at any...
Summer Camp Contemporary
With a different artist each of 11 weeks and nearly 60 camps for students in K–ninth grade, there’s plenty to explore at bit.ly/OCsummer. Keep...
Summer Signature Tour
Meets at Canyon Princess (cougar sculpture in West Hallway) From Remington and Russell to Native American works, see some of the finest Western art in...
Weekly Walk Ups at Myriad Gardens
Come to the Children's Garden for some fun activities that explore the world of plants. Make-it Mondays: Each Monday children will "make and take"...
Western Explorers Summer Camp
Western Explorers Summer Camp offers opportunities to learn, play, and create at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum. Led by experienced...
2017 Wheeler Criterium
Wheeler Criterium is Oklahoma City's premiere cycling festival. The event is hosted every Tuesday, March through August, in the Wheeler District. Each...
OKC Dodgers vs. Reno Aces
Come out and enjoy the OKC Dodgers in action against the Reno Aces!...
Positive Heroes Reception with Jeanne
Aimed to educate and empower attendees in an effort to fight stigma often surrounding people affected by HIV/AIDS, this event will feature keynote...
Science Museum Oklahoma Storytime
Kids six and under read a story and follow it up with fun, scientific activity. Storytime Science is included with general admission....
West Side Story
Fresh from his critically acclaimed sold out production in Washington, DC, Signature Theatre's Matthew Gardiner will guest direct this classic...
Wild Tuesdays Story Time Safaris at the
Take a reading safari with the Zoo each Tuesday in June and July during Wild Tuesdays Story Time Safaris at 9:30 and 10:30 a.m. sessions. Kids 11 and...
IAO Member Meeting & Artists Social
Learn about IAO’s programming over the past year and upcoming programming for 2017/2018. Meet local artists. Mingle with your colleagues in the art...
Ladies Night
EVERY WEDNESDAY enjoy a specially selected red or white wine for only $5! We call it ladies night, but fellas you are more than welcome to drink with...
Late Night Wednesdays at White Water Bay
Enjoy two extra hours of fun on Wednesday nights this summer! White Water Bay is open until 9:00pm Wednesdays, June 7 - August 9...
OKC Dodgers vs. Reno Aces
Come out and enjoy the OKC Dodgers in action against the Reno Aces!...
Platinum Selling Hip Hop Artist MAD
Madchild, also known as "The Underground King,' platinum-selling hip-hop artist, lyricist, songwriter, and producer is releasing his latest album The...
Science Museum Oklahoma Early Explorers
Toddlers and preschoolers explore science through hands-on activities that can be easily replicated at home. Early Explorers is included with general...
Sonic Summer Movies - 42 - The Jackie
Presented by SONIC, America's Drive-In! Head to the Myriad Gardens on the Great Lawn for movies, activities, food and lots of fun. Come early to get a...
Wine Down Wednesday
What: Wind down your Wednesday each week with a hand-picked glass of wine for $5*. Weekly features will be posted on O Bar's Instagram and Facebook...
Live Music on OKCMOA's Roof Terrace
A favorite spring event in downtown OKC begins April 27 at 5 p.m. That's the opening of OKCMOA's Roof Terrace for the season. Open Thursdays from 5 to...
OKC Dodgers vs. Reno Aces
Come out and enjoy the OKC Dodgers in action against the Reno Aces! *$2 THURSDAYS: SELECT BEER, SOFT DRINKS AND BOTTLED WATER FOR $2...
Saloon Series
One of the most ubiquitous features of the Old West was the saloon, an icon of American popular culture that has come to symbolize the rugged...
Wine for the People: Conclusion Wines
Co-founded by Piyush and Lisa Patel, Conclusion Wines is a small, family-owned winery committed to crafting quality wines. That’s why each vintage is...
#DrinkLocalHappyHour
Join us in the taproom every Friday from 4-7PM for a #DrinkLocalHappyHour. Fresh, hand-crafted brews on tap from Mustang and our friends at Elk...
Dive In Movies at White Water Bay -
Pull up a tube or lounge chair and enjoy a dive-in movie at the 500,000-gallon Monsoon Bay Wave Pool on Friday nights in July. The July 28 movie is...
Fiesta Friday
Fiesta Friday Summer Series on Calle Dos Cinco in Historic Capitol Hill happens the last Friday of June, July, and August. Stroll, mingle, and enjoy...
Firefly Rooftop Concert Series
FIREFLY Rooftop Concert Series takes place on the patio rooftop of the building at 1015 N Broadway in Automobile Alley. 21 & Up, Cash Bar, Tickets...
Improv OKC@ The Paramount
Join OKC Improv at the Paramount Theater for a night of live, interactive, unpredictable comedy! $10 a show or $15 for both. Tickets at...
OKC Dodgers vs. Reno Aces
Come out and enjoy the OKC Dodgers in action against the Reno Aces!...
Better Than Ezra and The Wallflowers at
The Wallflowers and Better Than Ezra are coming to The Jones Assembly July 29!...
Camera Obscura with Andy Mattern
Camera Obscura Come see how a camera obscura works to frame and view live images. Art 365 artist Andy Mattern will do a demonstration and run a...
Gardens Walking Tour
Join us for our Myriad Gardens Walking Tour program! The tours, “Plants for Color” or “Plants for Water Conservation,”...
Jade Castle
Jade Castle is a singer-songwriter from OKC. She recently graduated from the Academy of Contemporary Music with her bachelors degree in vocal...
New World Comic Con
At this family-friendly comic con, heroes of all ages will have a blast checking out the wide variety of booths, competing in the costume contest,...
OKC Dodgers vs. Tacoma Rainiers
Come out and enjoy the OKC Dodgers in action against the Tacoma Rainiers!...
Summer Concert Series at Frontier City -
Don't miss a concert under the stars when Grand Funk Railroad performs at the Starlight Amphitheater at Frontier City on Saturday, July 29, 2017. All...
OKC Dodgers vs. Tacoma Rainiers
Come out and enjoy the OKC Dodgers in action against the Tacoma Rainiers! *CHAPARRAL ENERGY FAMILY SUNDAYS: PREGAME PLAYER AUTOGRAPHS, KIDS RUN THE...
OKC Dodgers vs. Tacoma Rainiers
Come out and enjoy the OKC Dodgers in action against the Tacoma Rainiers!...
AM & M Presents: Contra/Somewhere to
Contra. (IL) is coming back to Oklahoma and will be in OKC this time! Joining them is Somewhere To Call Home from NY! ::LINEUP:: Contra. (Chicago...
MARIO the maker magician
David Blaine calls Mario “the best kids magician in the world!!” Mario “the Maker Magician” is making his way to OKC this August as a part of his...
OKC Dodgers vs. Tacoma Rainiers
Come out and enjoy the OKC Dodgers in action against the Tacoma Rainiers!...
Oklahoma Voices First Sunday Poetry
Featured poet followed by an open mic. First Sunday of every month!...
On a Whim Band & Waters Edge Winery -
On a Whim Band is at the Waters Edge Winery on the First Friday of the month. We perform live music, drink great wine - made at the winery and host a...
Queery: Monthly Films
IAO has long been a space to celebrate the non-traditional, and is a safe space for all things "queer." IAO premiers "QUEERY" a film series exploring...
Seether w/ Letters From The Fire & Big
DCF Concerts presents Seether's Poison the Parish World Tour with special guests Letters From the Fire & Big Story at the Diamond Ballroom!...
OKC Energy FC vs. Reno 1868 FC
Come out and support the Energy FC as they take on Reno 1868 FC!...
Western Movie Matinee
Join us for these curated selections. Popcorn provided. Museum is admission-free to all on Wide Open Wednesdays courtesy of the Oklahoma Ford Dealers....
Wide Open Wednesday
Free admission at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, courtesy of the Oklahoma Ford Dealers....
A Date with the Duke
Grab a partner and join Museum Docents to explore the current panel exhibition commemorating the legendary Chisholm Trail’s 150th anniversary as well...
Blockbusted : Monthly VHS Films
Blockbusted Video is an interactive video screening series exploring camp, commercialism, and cultural nostalgia. Participants are presented with...
Extended Summer Hours
“Pourings on the Plaza” offers guests a cash bar in the elegant covered area of the Western States Plaza. Grassland Caravan performs progressive...
Casey Donahew
DCF Concerts presents Casey Donahew live at the Diamond Ballroom in Oklahoma City August 4!...
First Friday Zoo Garden Tours
Put a spring in your step on the next First Friday Garden Tour on Friday, May 5! Botanical Garden tours, featuring the Zoo’s 10,000-square-feet Water...
First Fridays on the Paseo
Each First Friday, the Paseo's galleries offer special themed exhibits, refreshments, guest artists and a variety of entertainment opportunities...
"My So Called Band" at The Tower Theatre
If you love Roller Blades, Super Soakers filled with Zima, "Rachel" haircuts and WWJD slap bracelets, then you need to get tickets to see Oklahoma's...
Bank of America Museums on Us
The Museum welcomes Bank of America customers taking advantage of Museums on Us the first full weekend of every month. Any ATM, credit, or check card...
Bank of America Museums on Us Weekend
The Museum welcomes Bank of America customers taking advantage of Museums on Us the first full weekend of every month. Any ATM, credit or check card...
Kodak Black
Kodak Black will perform live at the Chevy Bricktown Events Center August 5...
OKC Energy FC vs. Real Monarchs
Come out and support the Energy FC as they take on Real Monarchs!...
Oklahoma Craft Beer Summit
The Oklahoma Craft Beer Summit is the only local conference that serves professional brewers, home brewers and the general public alike. A social...
Saturdays for Kids: Stickball
Considered one of the oldest sports in America, stickball has a long Native American tradition that continues through today. Join us as staff from the...
Summer Concert Series at Frontier City -
Don't miss a concert under the stars when Alter Bridge performs at the Starlight Amphitheater at Frontier City on August 5, 2017. All concerts are...
Zoo Time with Grandparents
Grandparents, looking for a cool, indoor activity to do with the grandkids? Come to the Zoo's Education Center for free-flowing activities, crafts,...
Zoo Treasure Hunt Breakfast & Stroll
Like to hunt for treasure? During this beat-the-heat walking tour, your guide will reveal historic treasures around the zoo. Includes a fruit and...
Bank of America Museums on Us
The Museum welcomes Bank of America customers taking advantage of Museums on Us the first full weekend of every month. Any ATM, credit, or check card...
Matchbox Twenty & Counting Crows
Matchbox Twenty & Counting Crows will be live in concert at the Oklahoma City Zoo Amphitheatre for the "A Brief History of Everything Tour 2017"...
Community FREE Barre3 in the Gardens
Barre3 returns to the Gardens for another season of community outdoor fitness. A $5 suggested donation will be requested to continue the growth of the...
Full Moon Bike Ride and Run
Your favorite health and wellness activity is back! Join other runners in a 5K, led by Ultramax Sports Oklahoma, throughout the scenic downtown area...
In the Heights
This high-energy show from Lin-Manuel Miranda, creator of Hamilton, features a contemporary Latin flavored score and Tony Award winning hip-hop dance...
