It's almost the most wonderful time of year in downtown
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Experience the magic of Downtown in December, presented by Devon, a season of festive events, outdoor attractions, and holiday delights in downtown Oklahoma City from November through February 4. So many favorites are returning, including the Oklahoma City Tree Lighting Festival, presented by Heartland, Lights On Broadway, Saints Santa Run, and the Devon Ice Rink.
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We extend our heartfelt thanks to our generous sponsors for their support in making this upcoming holiday season possible:
Devon Energy Corporation, Downtown OKC Business Improvement District, Heartland, SSM Health – St. Anthony Hospital, amshot, Painted Door Gift Boutique, Canoo, BancFirst, Hall Capital, OKC Thunder, RCB Bank, Robinson Park, Visit OKC, Tinker Federal Credit Union, Johnson & Associates, American Fidelity Assurance Company & INSURICA, Midtown Renaissance, One Set Media, Communication Federal Credit Union, Exhibit C Gallery, Love’s Travel Stops, Centennial Landscaping, Main Street Parking, and Flight.
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Downtown in December
Nov. 3 - Feb. 4
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Kick-off Downtown in December in Bricktown
Get in the festive mood at the Oklahoma City Tree Lighting Festival presented by Heartland on Thursday, November 16, from 5:30–7:30 PM. Head to the Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark for this free, family-friendly event with face painting, photos with Santa, caricatures, a Magic Elf, and more!
The main attraction of the evening will be a showcase of diverse holiday performances leading up to and following the countdown to the lighting of the Christmas tree by Mayor David Holt and Santa at 7 PM.
The Bricktown Christmas Tree is presented by Painted Door Gift Boutique and will be on display through Christmas Day.
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Holiday shopping made easy
The Junior League of Oklahoma City is hosting the 30th annual Mistletoe Market, a premiere holiday shopping experience, this weekend, November 3-5 at the Oklahoma City Convention Center.
More than 100 vendors will be available to shop from at the annual fundraiser, which helps JLOC continue its vital work in the community. More information and tickets are available at mistletoemarket.org.
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Save $5 and register for the Saints Santa Run by Nov. 23
Grab your Santa costume and running shoes; the Saints Santa Run is returning to Midtown on Saturday, December 2. Downtown OKC's family-friendly winter run brings all ages and pets to downtown Oklahoma City for a festive 5K, 1-mile fun run, and a costume contest with cash prizes.
Pre-registration is now open, and you can save $5 by registering by Nov. 23. Register, stay active, win prizes, and spread holiday cheer. Saints Santa Run is presented by SSM Health Saint Anthony Hospital.
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New date for Myriad Gardens' tree sale
Don't miss the biggest tree sale yet! Join the Myriad Botanical Gardens on Saturday, November 11, from 9 AM to 12 PM for the annual Tree For All Sale presented by Cox. With nearly 900 trees to choose from, ranging in size and characteristics, there's something for everyone. Arrive early and be one of the first 100 patrons to receive a free 1-gallon Eastern Redbud. To see the variety of trees, visit myriadgardens.org/treeforall.
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Ice skating returns to the heart of downtown
The Devon Ice Rink returns for its 12th season in the Myriad Botanical Gardens in 2023! Get ready for another great winter of outdoor ice skating at Downtown in December’s premier attraction. Skate across 5,500 square feet of real ice and indulge in seasonal food and beverage offerings.
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Save the date for the holiday favorite Lights On Broadway
Cruise down historic Automobile Alley for the district’s holiday open house and experience its stunning light display during the 8th annual Lights On Broadway event! The fun returns in 2023 for three Saturdays this season: December 2, 9, and 16.
Each Saturday from 3-7 PM, various retail shops and restaurants will feature buzz-worthy window displays, pop-up activities, special promotions, and giveaways. Attendees can also enjoy family-friendly programming along the sidewalks.
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Thursday, November 2
Justin Smith, Bricktown Comedy Club
Kevin Gates, Paycom Center
A Dream Waiting to Unfold: Portraits of Oklahoma, Crystal Bridge
Kodachrome, Carpenter Square Theatre
Compositing 101, Myriad Gardens
Holiday Open House, Urbane Home & Lifestyle
Holiday Open House, Plenty Mercantile (Auto Alley)
Friday, November 3
Matt Bellassai, Bricktown Comedy Club
LSDREAM. The Criterion
From Chinatown to La La Land, Civic Center Music Hall
Kodachrome, Carpenter Square Theatre
Mistletoe Market, OKC Convention Center
Saturday, November 4
Oklahoma City Ghost Tour, Bricktown
Harvesting Seeds, Myriad Gardens
Madison Ryann Ward, The Jones Assembly
JDRF One Walk, Scissortail Park
Dusty Slay, Bricktown Comedy Club
Kodachrome, Carpenter Square Theatre
From Chinatown to La La Land, Civic Center Music Hall
Clancy Davis, Oklahoma Opry
Mistletoe Market, OKC Convention Center
Sunday, November 5
Joe Bonamassa, Civic Center Music Hall
Outdoor Preparedness Class, Scissortail Park
Day of the Dead Celebration, Scissortail Park
Mistletoe Market, OKC Convention Center
Tuesday, November 7
Chris Tucker, The Criterion
Wednesday, November 8
Preview of Preston Singletary: Raven and the Box of Daylight, OKCMOA
Thursday, November 9
Dust to Dirge: An Earth Elegy, Oklahoma Contemporary
Lucas Zelnick, Bricktown Comedy Club
Descendants of the Black 1000 Opening Reception and Artist Talk, Oklahoma Contemporary
Friday, November 10
Dirty Talk Comedy Tour, Bricktown Comedy Club
Saturday, November 11
Opening of Preston Singletary's Exhibit, OKC Museum of Art
This Universe is You - Guided Curated Gallery Tour, Oklahoma Hall of Fame
Wynonna Judd, The Criterion
B.A.R.K. Ranger Program, Scissortail Park
Bill Reed & Tracy Thomas, Oklahoma Opry
Folk Roots, Civic Center Music Hall
Donnell Rawlings, Bricktown Comedy Club
Tree for All Sale, Myriad Gardens
Sunday, November 12
Marcus D. Wiley, The Criterion
Donnell Rawlings, Bricktown Comedy Club
Tuesday, November 14
Nurse Blake, The Criterion
Better than Ezra, The Jones Assembly
Wednesday, November 15
Clozee, The Criterion
Thursday, November 16
OKC Tree Lighting Festival, Mickey Mantle Plaza
Looking for Tiger Lily, OKC Rep at Oklahoma Contemporary
Friday, November 17
Devon Ice Rink, Myriad Botanical Gardens
The Reunion Tour, The Criterion
Elf in Concert, Civic Center Music Hall
Looking for Tiger Lily, OKC Rep at Oklahoma Contemporary
Deray Davis, Bricktown Comedy Club
Holiday Open House, Painted Door Gift Boutique
Saturday, November 18
Looking for Tiger Lily, OKC Rep at Oklahoma Contemporary
Macrame Leaf Earrings Workshop, Myriad Gardens
Deray Davis, Bricktown Comedy Club
Brincos Dieras, The Criterion
Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow Party, Paycom Center
Owen Pickard, Oklahoma Opry
Sunday, November 19
Colin & Brad: Scared Scriptless, Civic Center Music Hall
Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow Party, Paycom Center
Friday, November 24
Rod Wave, Paycom Center
Saturday, November 25
The Empire Strikes Back in Concert, Civic Center Music Hall
Clue: Onstage, Carpenter Square Theatre
Sunday, November 26
Cirque Dreams Holidaze, Civic Center Music Hall
Clue: Onstage, Carpenter Square Theatre
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The What's Up Downtown weekly newsletter is presented by amshot, Downtown OKC Partnership's trusted Managed IT & Software Development company.
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Sunday, October 29 - Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Denver Nuggets, 2:30 PM
Monday, October 30- Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Detroit Pistons, 7:00 PM
Wednesday, November 1 - Oklahoma City Thunder vs. New Orleans Pelicans, 6:30 PM
Friday, November 3 - Oklahoma City Thunder vs Golden State Warriors, 7:00 PM
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