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Take a step back in time to the Middle Ages as you explore the Medieval Fair of Norman on April 5-7 at Reaves Park in Norman, Okla. — one of the few free fairs of its kind in the nation. The Medieval Fair has entertainment for the whole family including minstrels, dancing, theater reenactments, jugglers,…
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Sometimes it pays to live in unprecedented times where once-in-a-lifetime events occur, and next week will be one of those amazing experiences. On Monday, April 8, North America will have the opportunity to see a total solar eclipse and southeast Oklahoma is directly in its path. A total solar eclipse happens when the moon passes…
With so much going on around our city, there is always bound to be something that will pique your interest. Spring is off to a great start with these upcoming events you won’t want to miss. CHICAGO at the Civic Center Music Hall | April 9-14 This Broadway favorite is making its way to Oklahoma…
As of March 19, spring has officially arrived in the 4-0-5 area, bringing with it the excitement of warmer weather and the upcoming OKC Marathon and playoff basketball games of the Oklahoma City Thunder. It is also time for Easter egg hunts! If you’re looking for something more challenging than a backyard hunt, there are…
Photo courtesy: © Oklahoma Historical Society – Oklahoma History Center The Oklahoma History Center Museum is all set to open a new exhibit called “Into the Mirror”. The exhibit will present a view of Indigenous people from the perspective of Indigenous artists. It is scheduled to open on March 30th and will feature the works…
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Just thinking about March 28 should make your mouth start watering as that day has been designated National Brisket Day. We all know people are picky about their brisket. While we might argue about the right way to prepare it, we should all be able to agree nothing beats a perfectly smoked brisket. If you…
This St. Patrick’s Day, immerse yourself in the celebrations across Greater Oklahoma City. Here’s a roundup of the top three events for an unforgettable Irish experience: Shamrock the Gardens at Myriad Gardens Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at Myriad Gardens with a family-friendly Irish event on the Devon Lawn on March 17 from 11 a.m. to…
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Join Factory Obscura on Saturday, March 23, from 2 to 8 p.m., for the much-anticipated Future of Sound Fest at 25 NW 9th St in downtown Oklahoma City. This free outdoor event celebrates the changing seasons with a unique blend of local music, an artist market featuring handmade goods, and the release of Mix-Tape Vol….
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This spring season, Myriad Botanical Gardens is set to blossom with a series of enchanting events celebrating the vibrant bloom of flowers. See the exciting upcoming events: Curious World of Orchids (Open Daily through March 17) Dive into the mesmerizing world of orchids at Myriad Gardens! The “Curious World of Orchids” exhibition, open daily through…
We all have women in our lives who inspire us to be our best selves. On March 8, you can celebrate those women with International Women’s Day. Here at VeloCityOKC, we took some time to look at the inspirational women in the Oklahoma City area. Read below to see some of the women from our…
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