OKC Arts Council's Opening Night

Since 1987, Opening Night has been the place for families and friends to enjoy the performing arts and “open” the New Year in the spirit of community. On December 31, 2019, downtown Oklahoma City will be the setting for a variety of entertainment, food trucks, family activities and more. The day begins with a festive 5K and all the excitement concludes with a fireworks extravaganza at midnight to ring in 2020.

Finale 5K

End 2019 on the right foot with Opening Night's annual Finale 5K. The race begins at 3 p.m. at Bicentennial Park and leaves plenty of time to enjoy the nighttime festivities. Festive race gear: optional.

Live Performances

From 7 to 9 p.m., enjoy performances through OKC's Arts District ranging from music to comedy to magic shows. Wristbands are required for all indoor locations and can be purchased at Oklahoma City 7-Eleven locations or online.

2019 Lineup

Orquesta D’Calle
Civic Center Music Hall (Hall of Mirrors & Children’s Area)

Joe Coover Magic
Civic Center Music Hall (Freede Little Theatre)

OKC Improv
Oklahoma City Museum of Art (Noble Theatre)

Chanda Graham
Oklahoma City Museum of Art (Founder Halls)

Lucas Ross
Ronald J. Norick Downtown Library (4th Floor Theatre)

Mike Hosty
City Hall (Lobby)

CliffDiver
City Hall (Council Chambers)

SquadLive
Bicentennial Park (Finale Stage)

New Year's Eats

Before the New Year's resolutions kick in, indulge in some of OKC's best food truck offerings in Finale Alley (located at Bicentennial Park on Colcord Drive). Adults 21 and older can also grab a drink with the New's Years Cheers tent across from the Finale Stage.

Learn more about Opening Night 2019 and add it to your OKC trip.