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Together we rise: one nation, one dream.

Due to inclement weather, the MLK Parade and celebration have been postponed to Saturday, January 27.

Celebrate MLK Jr Day with a lineup of events and activities hosted by the OKC MLK Alliance; this year’s theme is “Together We Rise:  One Nation, One Dream.”

For updates on programming due to the festivities being postponed, keep an eye on OKC MLK Alliance's website and Facebook for updates.

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MLK JR Holiday Parade (postponed due to weather)
January 27
 
THE JONES ASSEMBLY'S DRY BAR - JANUARY 11

Get your mocktail on at The Jones Assembly

Whether or not you're participating in Dry January, The Jones Assembly's Dry Bar competition on January 11 at 6:30 PM is a fun event you won't want to miss!

Located in the T-Room at The Jones Assembly, this non-alcoholic beverage competition will feature 10 bartenders from local restaurants & bars making delicious mocktails to benefit The Recovery Center of OKC. Purchase your tickets here.

ACCESS FOR ALL OKCMOA - JANUARY 14

Attend the OKCMOA for FREE every second Sunday

Due to the generous support provided by Art Bridges Foundation’s Access for All program, visitors of all ages will receive access to the OKCMOA for FREE on the second Sunday of each month from January to June 2024!

The initiative aims to increase access to museums across the country and foster engagement with local communities. Get the code for your FREE tickets and learn more.

LES MISÉRABLES - JANUARY 16 TO 21

The world's most popular musical is coming to OKC

Les Misérables is coming to the Civic Center Music Hall January 16-21. This epic and uplifting story has become one of the most celebrated musicals in theatrical history.

Set against the backdrop of 19th-century France, Les Misérables tells an enthralling story of broken dreams and unrequited love, passion, sacrifice, and redemption. Secure your tickets before they're sold out.

24 WORKS ON PAPER ARTIST TALK - JANUARY 18

Hear the artist talk of Oklahoma's only traveling art show

January 18th, from 5:30-7:30 PM, the Oklahoma Hall of Fame at the Gaylord-Pickens Museum is having a FREE artist talk for their recent exhibit, 24 Works On Paper

The exhibit includes original, Oklahoman-made artwork from communities large and small. See the exhibit before it leaves on February 14, 2024.

SHEEPDOG - JANUARY 19 TO FEBRUARY 4

A new romantic mystery at Carpenter Square Theatre

Carpenter Square Theatre's newest drama, Sheepdog, premiers on January 19 and will be at the theatre until Saturday, February 3.

Sheepdog's plot points explore the topics of interracial love, police violence, and class in the 21st century. Grab your tickets today to see this edge-of-your-seat romantic mystery.

BECOME A MIDTOWNER

Be a part of the fun in Midtown

Midtowners is a membership-based program that gives you an exclusive look at what Midtown has to offer with exclusive Midtowners events, perks for existing Midtown events, and new promotions for one or more businesses each month.

For the month of January, Midtowners can receive 15% of their purchases at Plant and $2 off Scoot Energy Infusions after 12 PM at Scooter's Coffee. Learn more about Midtowners and purchase your membership today!

WE'RE HIRING - NOW UNTIL JANUARY 24

Join our team!

Do you love downtown and want to be a part of the team working to ensure it stays vibrant and healthy?

The Downtown Oklahoma City Partnership is hiring a full-time District Manager for Bricktown, Oklahoma City’s premier entertainment district, offering restaurants, nightlife, and attractions to visitors and locals alike. The Bricktown District Manager will be backed up by our DOKC resource team specializing in communications, marketing, special events, safe & clean, and finance. Read the full job description and apply for the position by 12 PM on Wednesday, Jan 24, by visiting downtownokc.com/jobs.

Wednesday, January 10
Retro Movie Night, Sailor & the Dock

Thursday, January 11
ArtNow 2023 Focus Awards, Oklahoma Contemporary
Dry Bar Beverage Competition, The Jones Assembly
Devon Ice Rink, Myriad Gardens
Young At Art Exhibit, Downtown OKC Library
Christopher Titus, Bricktown Comedy Club

Friday, January 12
Sheepdog (opening night), Carpenter Square Theatre
Christopher Titus, Bricktown Comedy Club
Devon Ice Rink, Myriad Gardens
Young At Art Exhibit, Downtown OKC Library
Oklahoma Art Education Association Portfolio Day, Oklahoma Contemporary
Bachata Night, Sailor & the Dock

Saturday, January 13
Sheepdog, Carpenter Square Theatre
GlitterBall, The Jones Assembly
Christopher Titus, Bricktown Comedy Club
Trey Kennedy, The Criterion
Rachmaninoff, Civic Center Music Hall
Devon Ice Rink, Myriad Gardens
Young At Art Exhibit, Downtown OKC Library
Dried Floral Displays Workshop, Myriad Gardens

Sunday, January 14
Funky Fresh & Sugar Free, Civic Center Music Hall
Devon Ice Rink, Myriad Gardens
Rachel Bradley, Bricktown Comedy Club

Monday, January 15
Martin Luther King Jr Celebration, Myriad Gardens

Tuesday, January 16
TJ Après Opening Night, The Jones Assembly
 Les Misérables, Civic Center Music Hall
Devon Ice Rink, Myriad Gardens
Young At Art Exhibit, Downtown OKC Library

Wednesday, January 17
 Les Misérables, Civic Center Music Hall
Devon Ice Rink, Myriad Gardens

Thursday, January 18
24 Works on Paper Artist Reception, Oklahoma Hall of Fame
Christian Johnson, Bricktown Comedy Club
 Les Misérables, Civic Center Music Hall
Devon Ice Rink, Myriad Gardens

Friday, January 19
 Les Misérables, Civic Center Music Hall
Plants and Punch, Plant People Shop
Turnpike Troubadours and Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit, Paycom Center
Harry Potter Trivia Night, Sailor & the Dock
Sheepdog, Carpenter Square Theatre
Devon Ice Rink, Myriad Gardens

Saturday, January 20
Book Journaling Class, At Chirps & Cheers with Pear Street Books & Plants
Five Senses Crystal Bridge Guided Tour, Crystal Bridge Conservatory
Turnpike Troubadours and Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit, Paycom Center
Sheepdog, Carpenter Square Theatre
Devon Ice Rink, Myriad Gardens

Sunday, January 21
Devon Ice Rink, Myriad Gardens

Tuesday, January 23
Park House Winter Dinner, Park House at Myriad Gardens
Devon Ice Rink, Myriad Gardens

Thursday, January 25
Drake with J Cole, Paycom Center
Queens of Sheba, OKC Rep @ Oklahoma Contemporary
Jeff Arcuri, Bricktown Comedy Club
Devon Ice Rink, Myriad Gardens
Sheepdog, Carpenter Square Theatre

Friday, January 26
Mariachi Los Camperos, OKC Phil at Civic Center Music Hall
Drake with J Cole, Paycom Center
Sheepdog, Carpenter Square Theatre
Queens of Sheba, OKC Rep @ Oklahoma Contemporary
Bailando Bash, Sailor & the Dock
Jeff Arcuri, Bricktown Comedy Club
Devon Ice Rink, Myriad Gardens

Saturday, January 27
Mariachi Los Camperos, OKC Phil at Civic Center Music Hall
Sheepdog, Carpenter Square Theatre
Pop-Up @ the Dock, Sailor & the Dock
Devon Ice Rink, Myriad Gardens
Geoffrey Asmus, Bricktown Comedy Club
Queens of Sheba, OKC Rep @ Oklahoma Contemporary
Disturbed, Paycom Center

Sunday, January 28
Queens of Sheba, OKC Rep @ Oklahoma Contemporary
Sheepdog, Carpenter Square Theatre
Devon Ice Rink, Myriad Gardens
Geoffrey Asmus, Bricktown Comedy Club

Thursday, February 1
Devon Ice Rink, Myriad Gardens
Sheepdog, Carpenter Square Theatre
Taylor Williamson, Bricktown Comedy Club
TOBYMAC, Paycom Center
Devon Ice Rink, Myriad Gardens

Friday, February 2
Devon Ice Rink, Myriad Gardens
Sheepdog, Carpenter Square Theatre
Taylor Swift Trivia Night, Sailor & the Dock
Chad Daniels, Bricktown Comedy Club
Casey Donahew, The Criterion
Devon Ice Rink, Myriad Gardens

Saturday, February 3
Sheepdog, Carpenter Square Theatre
Brahms, Civic Center Music Hall
Indoor Sailing Lesson, Sailor & the Dock
Chad Daniels, Bricktown Comedy Club
Tool, Paycom Center
Devon Ice Rink, Myriad Gardens
Seed Starting and Sharing Workshop, Myriad Gardens

Sunday, February 4
Devon Ice Rink (last day), Myriad Gardens
Sheepdog (last night), Carpenter Square Theatre
Michael Palascak, Bricktown Comedy Club
Japanese Floral Arranging Workshop, Myriad Gardens

Thursday, February 8
Chocolate Decadence, Leadership Square Atrium
Enrique Iglesias | Pitbull | Ricky Martin, Paycom Center
Portugal the Man with SNACKTIME, The Jones Assembly
Step Tolev, Bricktown Comedy Club

Friday, February 9
Giselle, OKC Ballet @ Civic Center Music Hall
Step Tolev, Bricktown Comedy Club
Alicia Villareal, The Criterion

Saturday, February 10
Sweetheart Ball, Civic Center Music Hall
Galentine's Day, YMCA @ The Skirvin Hilton Hotel
We Are the Roots: Film Screening & Discussion, Oklahoma Contemporary
Giselle, OKC Ballet @ Civic Center Music Hall
Dylan Scott, The Criterion
Indoor Sailing Lessons, Sailor & the Dock
Soul Purpose, Civic Center Music Hall
Adèle Wolf Valentine's Follies, Civic Center Music Hall
Lunar New Year, Myriad Gardens

Sunday, February 11
Lettering Workshop, Chirps & Cheers
Giselle, OKC Ballet @ Civic Center Music Hall
Love Bug Rock Gardens, Myriad Gardens
Tastes of Flametree Farms, Sailor & the Dock
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