MIDTOWN COOL DOWN
MIDTOWN DISTRICT
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Don't miss the last two weeks of Midtown Cool Down before it ends on August 31! Spend this last month of summer cooling down in Midtown with Happy Hour drinks, food deals, and entertainment at participating Midtown restaurants.
With different options to choose from every day of the week, there's something for everyone. Check out the full list of featured specials and programming here. Now, grab your buddies, and cool down in Midtown before this recurring event is gone until next summer.
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Midtown Cool Down
June - August
Midtown District
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The concert of your inner teen's dreams at The Criterion
This Friday, August 11, catch the world-famous nostalgic bands Jimmy Eat World, Manchester Orchestra, and Middle Kids perform at The Criterion in Bricktown.
Doors open at 5:30 PM, with the show kicking off at 7 PM. Tickets can be purchased here. Reclaim your teenage angst and jam out to songs bound to bring back memories.
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Don't miss a Bollywood themed night of fun at Myriad Gardens
Friday, August 18 at 7 PM, don't miss Dancing in the Gardens: Bollywood. Myriad's Dancing in the Gardens has become a wildly popular event featuring several different types of dance. Each event provides a chance for attendees to learn and experience something new.
This event is co-hosted with the India Association of Oklahoma. Featuring DJ Blake O with performances and instructions from Sainrithya Dance Academy and others. Grab a bite at one of the food trucks and dance the night away at Myriad Gardens.
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Watch a movie at Riversport in Bricktown
Head to Riversport Saturday, August 19, for their Floating Films event, “Summer of Adventure!” Hop on a raft, float in a tube, or watch from a lawn chair on the grass. There will also be lots of fun before the movies start, with games, Big Water Grill specials, and bar offerings.
All Floating Films are free to enjoy. Tube and raft rentals are $10 per person. Check out Riversport’s day passes and season membership so you don't miss out on the fun!
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DayDream electronica concert at Scissortail Park
If you love electronica dance music (EDM), head to Scissortail Park's outdoor concert, DayDream Saturday, August 26, for music by ATLiens, Inzo, Vampa, and more.
Tickets can be purchased here. From 4 - 10:30 PM, grab some refreshments from a food truck and dance the night away at Scissortail Park.
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Empower your community for change
In its sixth year, The Odyssey Project is an annual, signature event dreamed up to raise funds to further the mission of City Care. This year's event will be held at the Santa Fe Parking Garage on Thursday, August 31 at 7 PM. Come experience a night of storytelling, art, and conversation and leave inspired to create change in your community. Tickets can be purchased here.
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The Downtown Oklahoma City Business Improvement District (BID) is now accepting applications for the BID Advisory Board. The BID Advisory Board oversees the BID which manages, maintains, and markets the downtown area. In order to serve, applicants must understand and meet the following requirements:
- Applicants must own property within the BID boundary or be the designated representative of a property owner within the BID boundary.
- New board member terms begin October 1, 2023.
- Terms are two years and may be renewed twice for a total of 6 consecutive years of service. The BID Board meets 6 times per year.
Those interested in serving should complete and submit the BID Advisory Board Member Application Form. Applications must be received no later than Wednesday, August 16. If you have questions, please email info@downtownokc.com. For more information on the Downtown BID, visit downtownokc.com/bid.
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Wednesday, August 9
Max Sise, The Jones Assembly
Thursday, August 10
Thursday Night Late: Summer Music Series, Oklahoma Contemporary
Jessica Kirson, Bricktown Comedy Club
The Deonna Marie Experience, Factory Obscura
Listen on the Lawn Featuring Miles Davis, Scissortail Park
Art After 5, Oklahoma City Museum of Art
Friday, August 11
Concert on the Lawn: Dhaka Topi, Myriad Gardens
Jessica Kirson, Bricktown Comedy Club
Jimmy Eat World & Manchester Orchestra, The Criterion
Ross Clayton, The Jones Assembly
Saturday, August 12
End of Summer Bash, The Grove Bar
Jessica Kirson, Bricktown Comedy Club
Pop-Up Flower Greeting Cards, Artspace at Untitled
Screen Printing Workshop, Artspace at Untitled
Oklahoma Opry Hosted by Scott McLaughlin, Oklahoma Opry
Sunrise Paddles in the Boathouse District, Riversport OKC
SOCiAL NiTES with DJ Shaheed Ali, The Collective Food Hall
Rock and Rolling with The Punches, The Criterion
Sunday, August 13
Midtowners Bowling Party, Dust Bowl Lanes and Lounge
Wyatt Cote, Bricktown Comedy Club
Tuesday, August 15
Ain't Too Proud, Civic Center Music Hall
Thursday, August 17
Thomas Rhett, Paycom Center
Comedic Cody Smith, Bricktown Comedy Club
Music Over Midtown, O Bar
Friday, August 18
Dancing in the Gardens: Bollywood, Myriad Gardens
Santa Fe Klan, Paycom Center
Lil Duval, Bricktown Comedy Club
Freedom Story, Oklahoma Contemporary
Edith Kinney Gaylord Exhibit, Oklahoma Hall of Fame
Saturday, August 19
Fortune Feimster, The Criterion
Oklahoma Opry Hosted by Kyle Earhart, Oklahoma Opry
Riversport Floating Films, Riversport OKC
Lil Duval, Bricktown Comedy Club
"Explorations" by Betty Busby, ARTSPACE At Untitled
Future of Sounds, Factory Obscura
Sunday, August 20
Lil Duval, Bricktown Comedy Club
Monday, August 21
10 Buck Lunch Week, Midtown
Lamb of God, The Criterion
Tuesday, August 22
10 Buck Lunch Week, Midtown
Wednesday, August 23
10 Buck Lunch Week, Midtown
Thursday, August 24
10 Buck Lunch Week, Midtown
Rudick Siblings, Bricktown Comedy Club
Friday, August 25
10 Buck Lunch Week, Midtown
Elton John Tribute Concert, Myriad Gardens
Michael Blackson, Bricktown Comedy Club
Saturday, August 26
DayDream ft. ATLiens, Inco and more, Scissortail Park
Oklahoma Opry Hosted by Tracy Thomas, Oklahoma Opry
Pot Up Your Own Houseplant from the Crystal Bridge, Myriad Gardens
Michael Blackson, Bricktown Comedy Club
Sunday, August 27
The Myriad Botanical Garden's Concert, Myriad Garden
Roastmania, Bricktown Comedy Club
Wednesday, August 30
Full Moon Bike Ride, Myriad Gardens
Full Moon Yoga, Factory Obscura
Thursday, August 31
Behemoth, The Criterion
Music Over Midtown, O Bar
Artist Talk: Multiple Voices, Oklahoma Contemporary
The Odyssey Project, Santa Fe Parking Garage
Friday, September 1
Haha Davis, Bricktown Comedy Club
Between Riverside and Crazy, Carpenter Square Theatre
Saturday, September 2
JABEE, Factory Obscura
Sunday, September 3
Dustin Nickerson, Bricktown Comedy Club
Wednesday, September 6
Dance Gavin Dance, The Criterion
Thursday, September 7
Jamie Kennedy, Bricktown Comedy Club
Ana Barbara, The Criterion
Friday, September 8
PBR Freedom Fest, Paycom Center
Saturday, September 9
Floral Arrangement Workshop, Myriad Gardens
Sunday, September 10
India Food & Arts Festival, Scissortail Park
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Wednesday, August 9 - Oklahoma City Dodgers vs. Albuquerque Isotopes, 7:05PM
Thursday, August 10 - Oklahoma City Dodgers vs. Albuquerque Isotopes, 7:05PM
Friday, August 11 - Oklahoma City Dodgers vs. Albuquerque Isotopes, 7:05PM
Saturday, August 12 - Oklahoma City Dodgers vs. Albuquerque Isotopes, 6:05PM
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🚧 Park Ave. and Robinson Ave. - Platform construction
- Traffic Control: Northbound Robinson Ave. is closed between Park Ave. and Couch Dr. A detour is in place for northbound traffic during this time. Southbound Robinson Ave. traffic and OKC Streetcar operations are not affected.
- Estimated Construction Timeline: 8/7/23 – 8/23/23
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