OG&E Coliseum

As part of the MAPS 4 initiative, the new OG&E Coliseum at the OKC Fairgrounds is a game-changing addition that solidifies Oklahoma City’s status as the “Horse Show Capital of the World.” Spanning 216,164 square feet, the multi-purpose venue features a 140’ x 270’ floor, flexible seating configurations for up to 8,000 guests, three private suites, an upscale lounge and a variety of modern locker and hospitality rooms. With a Made in Oklahoma retail space, top-tier concessions and state-of-the-art sound, lighting, and rigging systems, the Coliseum is designed to elevate the experience for both spectators and event organizers.

 

Boombox Beach Club

Located in Oklahoma City’s Adventure District, the Boombox Beach Club is a 70,000+ square-foot, purpose-built beach volleyball facility. Created by beach volleyball enthusiasts, it’s one of Oklahoma’s only venues designed specifically for the sport. Enjoy a full day of fun with the Boombox Beach Club Cafe and Bar, offering great food and drinks to fuel your play. The Boombox Beach Club is now open and ready for action!

 

OKANA Resort & Indoor Waterpark

Situated along the Oklahoma River near downtown Oklahoma City, OKANA Resort & Indoor Waterpark is a $400 million tourist destination designed to continue the momentum of economic development in the up-and-coming Horizons District. The OKANA Resort includes a riverfront hotel featuring 11 stories and over 400 rooms, resort day spa, outdoor adventure lagoon, amphitheater, indoor waterpark, over 12 food and bar outlets and retail outlets.

 

Exhibit C Gallery

The Chickasaw Nation's Exhibit C Gallery, formerly located in Bricktown, is now located in the Horizon’s District. The reimagined 10,000-square-foot gallery features a multi-use space, rental studios for First American artists and collaborative programming with the nearby First Americans Museum and OKANA Resort & Indoor Waterpark.

 

Expedition Africa at the Oklahoma City Zoo and Botanical Gardens

Presented by the Inasmuch Foundation, Expedition Africa is the OKC Zoo’s largest expansion ever, covering over 12 acres. This incredible addition features new habitats, building renovations and exciting attractions that have enhanced visitor experience like never before. With space for over 60 African species, this $35 million expansion is now open and ready for the public to explore.

 

Find Your West at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum

Find Your West is the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum's first-of-its-kind immersive exhibit. Experience four captivating vignettes that bring the stories of Cowboy, Native American, Ranching and Rodeo cultures to life. This exciting project is part of The Cowboy's "Live the Code" capital campaign. Come and explore these rich traditions and live the adventure.

 

Perle Mesta by Chef Andrew Black

Perle Mesta, located in the Skirvin Hotel, recently opened under the culinary expertise of James Beard Award-winning Chef Andrew Black. Named after W.B. Skirvin's daughter, a prominent 1940s Oklahoma City socialite and inspiration for the phrase "Hostess with the Mostest," this collaboration showcases Chef Black’s dedication and finesse, offering a luxurious dining experience. Interestingly, Chef Black’s first restaurant in Oklahoma City was also in the Skirvin Hotel, bringing his career full circle with Perle Mesta.

 

Love's Planetarium at SMO

At the Love’s Planetarium at Science Museum Oklahoma, audiences can see the dome in a new way with a night sky free of light pollution–something many will never experience outside a planetarium. Science Museum Oklahoma educators have access to NASA databases and live feeds through the cutting-edge technology which can only be found in one other place in the world—Shanghai, China.

 

RIVERSPORT Expansion Includes Trailhead Bike Park

The Oklahoma Trailhead Bike Park at RIVERSPORT expansion includes a new bike plaza, an outdoor classroom, a community garden, and play area, as well as paved parking. Shipping containers create a unique gathering place that includes a welcome center, a nature center and ADA restrooms.

 

Innovation Hall

Located in OKC's Innovation District, Innovation Hall is a vessel to support the district's mission of collaboration, innovation, opportunity and economic growth. The building includes a public cafe with indoor and outdoor seating areas, an event hall and meeting rooms available to rent. Innovation Hall also houses BioTC, a short-term biomanufacturing training with a focus on hands-on experience and online resources.

Clara Luper Sit-In Plaza

The Oklahoma City Downtown Design Commission has approved the Clara Luper Sit-In Plaza, honoring the 1958 Katz Drug Store sit-in led by civil rights activist Clara Luper. Located at 59 N Robinson, the plaza will feature a $3.6 million bronze monument with life-sized sculptures of Luper and participants. The project is set to be completed by May 2025, aligning with Luper's 102nd birthday.

 

FAMily Discovery Center

Opening in Summer 2025, this immersive exhibit at the First Americans Museum promises a unique, fun-filled learning adventure for everyone, ages three to 103. This fully illustrated, multi-plane world will captivate, surprise and delight visitors of all ages. Groups will dive into games that break down stereotypes and inspire mutual respect and participate in hands-on activities that teach patience and resilience when challenges arise.  

 

Oklahoma City New Arena

Oklahoma City is investing nearly a billion dollars in a state-of-the-art arena. This future home of the Thunder will be constructed on the former Cox Convention Center site in downtown OKC. The city, in collaboration with PBC Sports & Entertainment, will design and construct the arena, ensuring it meets NBA standards and enhances fan experience. The new arena will be at least 750,000 square feet, and the project includes a parking garage with a minimum of 650 spaces. The Thunder will continue playing at the Paycom Center until the new arena opens, targeted for June 2028, with a latest completion date of June 2030 and will commit to staying in OKC for 25 years once they move into the new facility.

 

OAK

OAK is an exciting new type of development — one that will change the way life is lived and work is done in Oklahoma. It’s an entertainment destination that pays off OKC’s reputation as a city on the rise. In three phases, it will transform NW Expressway and Pennsylvania Avenue into an entertainment, residential and retail space.

 

Oklahoma City Zoo Upgrades and Master Plan

The Oklahoma City Zoo and Botanical Gardens will undergo $71 million in infrastructure improvements through 2028 as part of a 10-year Master Plan from 2024 to 2034. The plan includes modernizing the zoo's oldest structures, creating immersive habitats and enhancing guest experiences. Upcoming projects include a three-acre Sea Lion Cove, a 12-acre conservation preserve and a botanical education space called The Farm.

 

National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum to modernize the Museum’s Infrastructure

The “Live the Code” capital campaign is an initiative to raise $40 million to modernize the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum’s guest experiences and infrastructure. One major feature is a 360° Cinematic Experience which will transport guests to a place where rich Western history comes alive. Updates have already begun, and the project is scheduled to be completed mid-2027.

 

Foreword at the Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum

The Foreword addition to the Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum will build on the story of April 19, 1995, expanding the museum’s ability to share the experiences of those who were lost, those who survived and those forever changed. This new 12,700-square-foot space will offer modern, engaging programming areas designed to seamlessly integrate with the historic site while enhancing visitor accessibility and security. A light-filled lobby will welcome guests with curated artifacts from the Murrah Federal Building, a relocated mission statement and improved amenities for a more immersive experience. 

 

Gold Dome Revitalization

The Oklahoma City Council approved a $3 million tax increment financing loan to help repurpose the historic Gold Dome into a concert venue, marking what many see as the last chance to save it from demolition. Kismet Koncerts, led by Tulsa-based Mike Brown, plans to invest at least $7 million to transform the long-vacant landmark into a 2,500-capacity venue hosting around 65 events per year. The Gold Dome, a Route 66 icon and National Register of Historic Places site, will be revitalized through this initiative, ensuring its place in OKC’s evolving entertainment scene.

 

Clara Luper Civil Rights Center

The historic Freedom Center, home of the local civil rights movement, will be renovated. The new five-acre campus, adjacent to the historic building, will include a café, welcome center, outdoor and events spaces and an educational and community gathering place that honors the past, enlightens visitors today and empowers the next generation of leadership. It will be a community gathering place named for our most famous civil rights pioneer.

 

Hefner Golf Clubhouse

Construction is underway for a new 18,000-square-foot clubhouse at Lake Hefner Golf Club. This multi-level facility will feature a range of amenities, including a golf shop, locker rooms, office spaces and a convenient grab-and-go food and beverage area. During the construction, both golf courses and the current clubhouse will remain fully operational. The new clubhouse is slated for completion in 2026.

 

USS Oklahoma City to dock along the Oklahoma River

The long-awaited USS Oklahoma City submarine memorial is set to open in 2026 at Wiley Post Park, following a $4.75 million funding approval. Park upgrades include scenic overlooks, playgrounds, an amphitheater, and a memorial plaza featuring the submarine’s sail, dive planes, and other naval artifacts.

 

Andretti’s 

The Half will soon be home to Andretti Indoor Karting and Games, Oklahoma City’s newest entertainment venue. The 96,000-square-foot facility will boast several exciting features including electric super-karts, zip lining, rock climbing, a full-service sky bar and more. The entertainment venue’s grand opening is expected in 2025. 

 

Pedestrian Bridge over Oklahoma River

Construction began in May 2024 on a $5.7 million bike and pedestrian bridge over the Oklahoma River at Eastern Avenue, north of OKANA Resort and Indoor Waterpark. It will connect the south shore trail to the four-mile Greenway River Trail on the north shore. This 614-foot long, 20-foot-wide bridge is part of the MAPS 4 project to enhance the city's parks system and is expected to be completed in about a year.

 

New Plaza in Capitol Hill

A vibrant outdoor multicultural plaza is coming to Capitol Hill’s historic Calle Dos Cinco, celebrating Hispanic culture with colorful art, Talavera tiles, a gazebo stage, seating and decorative lighting. Located on Harvey Avenue, the plaza will connect Templo De Alabanza and local businesses, creating a lively community gathering space.

 

Hotel Developments

The Elm Hotel, located in The Half, will be a 140-room boutique-style getaway with plenty of luxurious amenities to be enjoyed by guests. The Elm Hotel will include a fitness center, pool, conference rooms and a rooftop bar. The groundbreaking is scheduled for Q2 of 2025, and the hotel will officially open for business 18 months later.

Celebrated hotel brand and management company Dream Hotel Group announced their plans to open two new Dream Hotel and Unscripted Hotel locations in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma in 2024. Designed by Miami-based CUBE3 Architects and built by general contractor Hensel Phelps, the 220-room Dream Hotel and 174-room Unscripted Hotel will be the centerpiece of a large mixed-use development project with California-based Matteson Capital LLC.

A new luxury property in Chisholm Creek will be part of Marriott’s Autograph Collection. This hotel will offer 141 rooms and suites, a fitness center, a three-meal restaurant, a full-service spa, pool area and bar.

The $15 million Skirvin renovation will include a comprehensive refresh of the guest rooms, restaurant and banquet and meeting spaces as well as the iconic lobby, public space and ballrooms. The hotel will remain open and operational throughout the renovation period.