Events

After nearly two years of lockdowns and canceled events, Oklahoma City is gearing up for another fun festival season. There are tons of awesome events coming up in May and June, so choose a few favorites and get outside to enjoy the beautiful spring sunshine!

• Calderon Dance Festival – May 21

• Red Carpet Film Festival – May 24

• Annual Chuck Wagon Festival – May 28-29

• 45th Annual Paseo Arts Festival – May 28-30

• 22nd Annual deadCenter Film Festival – June 9-12

• Festival Día Del Niño – June 12

• 2nd Annual Oklahoma Brewer’s Fest – June 18

• OKC Pridefest – June 24-26

• Stars & Stripes River Festival – June 25

– Taylor Lawrence, Jones PR

There is nothing quite more magical than spending a warm Oklahoma afternoon at the butterfly house.

Oklahoma’s only, and largest, butterfly house is now open in Muskogee. This location is open seasonally from Mother’s Day to early September, allowing you to enjoy these beautiful creatures all summer long.

The Papilion includes a free children’s teaching garden and an open-air house where you will find up to 26 varieties of butterflies. This experience allows an up close and personal look at the colorful creatures.

This open-air butterfly house is located in Honor Heights Park. For more information visit the Butterfly Papilion.

– Aubrey Craig, Jones PR

Easter is right around the corner! Looking for fun activities for the whole family? We’ve got you covered. Here is our list of the top Easter attractions in OKC and Tulsa.

OKC

• ORR Family Farm Easter Extravaganza

• Easter High Tea

• Easter Express

• Doggie Easter Egg Hunt (Yes, you heard that right!)

Tulsa

• Breakfast with the Bunny

• Easter with Sweet Leaf

• Easter Fun Day 

• Will Rogers Memorial Museum Egg Hunt

These events will all take place April 16 but times do vary. Click the links to learn more about each event. We hope to see you there!

– Aubrey Craig, Jones PR

First Americans Museum (FAM) is hosting First Thunder Fest, a free, family-friendly event that will explore the nexus of First American knowledge and environmental sciences through stories and song, hands-on activities and demonstrations.

First Thunder Fest is scheduled for Saturday, March 5, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Attendees will gain a new appreciation for Oklahoma’s unpredictable spring weather. Numerous events are scheduled throughout the day, including stories from cultural ambassadors, science demonstrations from Science Museum Oklahoma and science storytime with the  Metropolitan Library.

To learn more and to view the full schedule of events, visit FAM’s website.

– Jack Phillips, Jones PR

The winter solstice marks the beginning of winter and the day with the fewest hours of sunlight for the entire year. The First Americans Museum’s (FAM) architectural design aligns with the cardinal directions. During the winter solstice, the sun sets through the tunnel embedded in the FAM Mound.

FAM is observing the winter solstice on Tuesday, Dec. 21 from 4:30-6 p.m., and Rev. David Willson (Choctaw) will provide an invocation. This reflective outdoor experience is free and open to the public. The museum’s exhibitions, store and restaurant are closed on Tuesdays.

Learn more events this winter at famok.org.

– Jack Phillips, Jones PR

Scissortail Park lights up the night with the warmth of Chanukah on Sunday, Nov. 28, during the Scissortail Lights Community Chanukah Celebration. The free, family-friendly event starts at 5 p.m. on the first night of Chanukah and features a giant 15-foot menorah lighting, traditional foods, treats for children, holiday blessings, Dreidel Man and special musical performances by Kyle Dillingham and Horseshoe Road.

Additionally, there will be a fire juggling and LED light show that you won’t want to miss. Be our guest at this one-of-a-kind celebration of all things Chanukah.

Register and RSVP on the Chabad Community Center website.

– Carolyn Taylor, Jones PR

The First Americans Museum (FAM) in Oklahoma City is hosting a four-day observance of veterans that includes special tours, a public history project and more.

Between Nov. 11-14, all veterans and service members with a military ID will receive free admission to the museum, in addition to a 20 percent discount to Thirty Nine Restaurant.

Enrolled citizens of tribes in Oklahoma who are veterans may bring documentation of military service, awards and photographs to be professionally scanned by archivists. Veterans and service members may also take a complimentary portrait.

For more information and to make an appointment, visit FAM’s website.

– Jack Phillips, Jones PR

The Oklahoma Department of Veterans Affairs (ODVA) is leading the Oklahoma Governor’s Challenge, an effort to reduce and eliminate suicide for Oklahoma’s service members, veterans and their families. The challenge is a national collaboration with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA).

On Nov. 15-16, ODVA is hosting the Oklahoma Governor’s Symposium for Veteran Services at the Norman Armed Forces Reserve Center (AFRC). The symposium will feature speakers discussing topics such as suicide prevention, lethal means safety and crisis care and management.

Visit ODVA’s website to register and learn more.

– Jack Phillips, Jones PR

Leading aerospace executives from around the state will once again gather for the annual Oklahoma Aerospace Forum, sponsored by INTRUST Bank, on Thursday, Oct. 28 at the OKC Convention Center. Attendees will hear from industry leaders and discuss the current state of aerospace in Oklahoma, including technology advancements, lessons learned and workforce development.

As the second-largest industry in Oklahoma, with an annual economic impact of $44 billion, the forum is an important event for businesses to discuss opportunities facing the sector.

Grab your tickets today at https://bit.ly/OKAeroForum2021. For sponsorship opportunities, contact Ashley Glass at ashley@jones.pr or (405) 516-9686.

– Ashley Glass, Jones PR

Linde Oktoberfest Tulsa is back for its 42nd year on Oct. 21-24. Visitors will experience authentic Bavarian culture in the heart of Oklahoma, including German music, games and arts and crafts. In addition, the authentic food and beer won’t disappoint. Options include schnitzel sandwiches, Bavarian cheesecake, German potato salad and bratwursts.

According to USA Today, Linde Oktoberfest Tulsa is ranked in the top five Oktoberfests in the country.

Oktoberfest is located near downtown Tulsa at the River West Festival Park. Tickets begin at $5 and can be purchased online. There will be no walk-up sales available at the main entrance.

– Jack Phillips, Jones PR

Oklahoma’s aerospace community is gathering to hear industry leaders discuss a variety of topics such as lessons learned from COVID-19, technological advancements, workforce development and more at the annual Oklahoma Aerospace Forum, sponsored by INTRUST Bank. The forum will be held Thursday, Oct. 28, at Oklahoma City Convention Center.

National Defense Industrial Association President and CEO General Hawk Carlisle, USAF (Ret.), will provide the keynote address on national defense followed by a variety of panels featuring leaders in Oklahoma’s aerospace industry. Closing remarks will be provided by Sen. Inhofe’s Chief of Staff Luke Holland and Gov. Stitt.

Grab your tickets.

– Ashley Glass, Jones PR