Independence Day in OKC
There's always something exciting happening in the Modern Frontier, and this 4th of July weekend is no different! We have you covered on all of the red, white and blue in Oklahoma City to help you plan your celebrations. Check out our guide to summer freebies in OKC and explore other events and activities happening throughout the city this Independence Day weekend.
July 4th Festivals & Fireworks
- Catch the Oklahoma City Baseball Club take on the Las Vegas Aviators Thursday, July 4 and stay for their postgame firework show.
- Riversport is throwing the Stars & Stripes River Festival, a Fourth of July themed festival, on June 22. Enjoy racing, food and live music throughout the day and end the night watching rowing and dragon boat championships.
- Hear your favorite patriotic tunes at the Oklahoma City Philharmonic's free outdoor concert, Red, White & Boom at Scissortail Park on July 3. Bring your blankets, lawn chairs and the whole family to enjoy a lovely evening outside with beautiful, inspiring music, followed by fireworks!
- Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy a great night of music as the Oklahoma Opry performs at Fireworks at the Flagpole in Bricktown on July 3! Stick around to watch fireworks when the sun goes down.
- Spend July 4th at Frontier City! Enjoy the thrilling rides during the day and end the night with a firework show, July 4-6.
Places to Cool Off
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Summer's hottest days are in full force in July – fortunately, OKC has you covered from water parks to lakes to splash pads. Dive in to super-soaking fun at Hurricane Harbor Oklahoma City, get out on the water at Riversport or splash around in Scissortail Park's interactive fountains. Find more places to beat the heat with our guide!
Chow Down
Oklahoma City is continuously making national lists for some of the country's best barbecue and burgers. If you don't feel like firing up the grill this holiday weekend, savor the tasty fares of these locally loved OKC spots!
Clark Crew BBQ
Local barbecue flavor with a national reputation can be found at Clark Crew BBQ, the winner of over…
Burger Punk
Burger anarchy has arrived in OKC! Catch Burger Punk in its new Paseo Arts District location…
Nic's Grill
Nic's Grill is a small restaurant full of big flavor located at NW 12th and Penn in Oklahoma City…
Cornish Smokehouse
Cornish Smokehouse is a family-owned BBQ restaurant in Oklahoma City that specializes in smoked…
Tucker's Onion Burgers - 23rd Street
Tucker’s Onion Burgers in OKC's Uptown 23rd district is Oklahoma's first premium Onion Burger…
Iron Star Urban BBQ
Located in the heart of Oklahoma City, Iron Starr Urban BBQ opened its doors in 2002. Named for…
George's Happy Hog Bar-B-Q LLC
George's Happy Hog Barbecue offers a delicious menu of ribs, smoked meats, wings, sandwiches, sides…
Smoked Out Barbecue
Smoked Out BBQ is easy to get to, even though the food is worth traveling an hour for. Great BBQ…
Leo's Barbeque
Iconic BBQ joint dishing hickory-smoked meats & homestyle sides in a humble venue since 1974.
Texlahoma BBQ
Texlahoma BBQ features a savory menu of brisket, pulled pork, turkey, ribs and other smoked meats…
New State Burgers & Spirits
Your "new old favorite" burger spot in the heart of Oklahoma City's Plaza District featuring…
Bedlam BBQ
A local favorite, Bedlam BBQ boasts some of the best smoked meats in Oklahoma. Enjoy a…
S&B Burger Joint
S&B's offers the best burgers & sliders in OKC (multi-award winning!) with an array of unique…
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