Events

The nation’s first Father’s Day was celebrated on June 19, 1910, in Washington after Sanora Smart Dodd wanted to designate a day for her dad, a widower and father to six children.

There’s one historical event that keeps the Oklahoma City community coming back together in solitude, remembrance and honor, and this year marks 25 years since that fateful day.

Suffering withdrawals from cancellation of the NBA season and NCAA March Madness tournament? Get outside and enjoy the great outdoors by going fishing at South Lakes Park in south OKC.

Open Streets OKC returns Sunday, April 5, 2020, to Historic Uptown and will be held along Northwest 23rd from Robinson to Western Avenue.

A large covey of devoted bird hunters, along with skilled guides and anxious dogs who generously donated their time, recently assembled at the Castle Grocery store in eastern Oklahoma for the lieutenant governor’s second annual quail hunt.

During the month of February, the Oklahoma City Zoo has events and activities for all ages.

Staggering lines have continuously formed at the new Bricktown Comedy Club, which debuted just a month ago.

Science Museum Oklahoma (SMO) is hosting another one of their infamous SMO 21 events titled “SMO 21: In a Galaxy Far, Far Away” on Friday, Feb. 28, from 6:30-10 p.m.

The 2020 Oscar nominees include many A-list Hollywood celebrities and a handful of talented newcomers, but the buzz around the nominations focuses on who isn’t included rather than who is.

This issue marks the fifth anniversary year of The Oklahoma 100.  What began as a gift to the Oklahoma community with a few thousand readers has exploded to 70,000 subscribers statewide.

Tulsa is buzzing with events for all interests in 2020. From weekend activities allowing you to meet up with friends, to networking events featuring opportunities for professional growth, there is always something to do in the city.

Since 1926, the Tulsa Christmas Parade has drawn in people of all ages to celebrate the holidays. This year’s theme is “Rockin’ Around Tulsa Town,” and the parade will begin Saturday, Dec. 14 at 1 p.m.  

The Renegade Regiment Marching Band from Union Public Schools was selected out of hundreds of nationwide applicants for one of nine marching band performing slots in the 2020 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.

Eva Schloss, the childhood friend and stepsister of Anne Frank, will be sharing her story of tragedy and triumph at a one-night-only event on Nov.

Trot off that Thanksgiving feast at the 2019 Tulsa Turkey Trot in downtown Tulsa on Friday, Nov.29.

Contestants are already stretching their short legs in anticipation for the most important event of Linde Oktoberfest Tulsa.

When Open Streets OKC returns on Sunday, Oct. 20, from 2-6 p.m., South Robinson Avenue will be closed to motorized traffic…

Eva Schloss, the childhood friend and stepsister of Anne Frank, has shared her story worldwide at over 1,000 speaking engagements. The 92-year-old Holocaust survivor will be traveling from London to Oklahoma City to recount the events of her life during a one-night-only event at OCCC Visual and Performing Arts Center.

The Citizen Potawatomi Nation (CPN) is hosting a Lacrosse Exhibition Day to teach community members how to play America’s original and most exciting sport. All students, kindergarten through 12^th grade, are welcome to come out on Sept. 22 at 2 p.m.

What’s the best part of the Oklahoma State Fair? The food, of course.

This fall, Tulsans will have no shortage of events, including everything from film and beer festivals to blues and comedy.

For dog lovers and beer fans, there’s only one place to be on Thursday, Oct. 3, if you’re in Oklahoma City. You and your furry friends are invited to The Yard for Oklahoma Credit Union’s Barks & Beers event, featuring dog-friendly activities, live music, yard games, raffle prizes and more.

Residents of Tulsa are invited to join the Downtown Coordinating Council (DCC) and the Tulsa Police Department (TPD) for the Downtown Public Safety Forum on Tuesday, Sept. 10, 9:30 a.m., at the Tulsa City-County Library. The quarterly gathering will provide updates to downtown partners about ongoing safety topics and issues.

The biggest Broadway show has hit the road on its first national tour and is playing in Tulsa through Sunday, Sept. 8. The story centers on Alexander Hamilton, one of America’s founding fathers, who rose from his humble orphaned beginnings to play a major role in making America the country it is today.

Oklahoma’s emerging leaders are invited to apply for an opportunity to present the differences they’re making in their communities at NextGen Talks Oklahoma, a forum designed to shine a spotlight on the state’s rising young professionals, community organizers and business leaders on Friday, Oct. 4.

An Edmond winery won gold at the first-ever International Canned Wine Competition. Clauren Ridge Vineyard and Winery brought home the hardware for best flavored white wine from their Synfully Sweet Canned collection.

No matter the type of business you are in, you more than likely have to attend networking events regularly whether you are a new or seasoned professional.

The Joy in Childhood Foundation granted The Children’s Hospital a trained in-residence dog at a canine-themed “Day of Joy” welcome event. This gave patients, staff and their families a chance to celebrate the newest canine and the veteran canines on staff: Targa, Ned and Dany.

The annual REignite Conference & Trade Show will come to Norman, Oklahoma, from Tuesday, Oct. 1 to Thursday, Oct. 3. The REignite conference is the number one education and networking event of the year for Oklahoma REALTORS®.

Dolese Bros. Co. will host its third annual Rock the Block, a construction-industry touch-a-truck community event, on Saturday, Aug. 17 at 14th and Broadway in Oklahoma City. The no-cost, family-friendly event is from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., with a quiet hour from 9-10 a.m. for children with noise sensitives. Children will be able to touch, climb and explore vehicles of all different sizes.

National Thrift Shop Day is happening on Saturday, Aug. 17. Enjoy a day of bargain hunting at your local Goodwill, and shop back-to-school items like backpacks, books, school uniforms and accessories.

The Citizen Potawatomi Nation is hosting its third annual FireLake Fireflight Balloon Fest Aug. 9-10 in Shawnee. Along with carnival rides, balloon launches and live performances, the Outdoor Nation Expo (O.N.E.) will be there.