Downtown In December 2019

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Devon Ice Rink Devon’s Saturdays with Santa SandRidge Santa Run Oklahoma City Tree Lighting Festival presented by Sonic 5. Free Holiday Water Taxi Rides 6. Automobile Alley Light Display 7. Bricktown Canal Lights 8. LifeShare WinterFest & Snow Tubing 9. Little Willie's Triple Dog Dare 10. A Dog Day in December at Midtown Mutts Dog Park 11. Lights on Broadway Annual Event 12. Holiday Pop-Up Shops 13. Lyric’s A Christmas Carol 14. OKC Philharmonic’s The Christmas Show 15. OKC Ballet’s The Nutcracker 16. Canterbury Christmas 17. Myriad Gardens Holiday Events 18. Skirvin Holiday Events 19. OKCMOA Holiday Events 20. Arts Council OKC’s Opening Night 21. Candy Cane Christmas 22. Mannheim Steamroller Christmas 23. OKC Streetcar Birthday Celebration 24. Holly Jolly Shops at the Brick 25. OKC Christmas Crawl 26. African Children’s Choir at First Church OKC 27. Mesta Park Holiday Home Tour 28. Holiday Events at ARTSPACE 29. Sugar Plum Promenade

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Downtown in December, presented by Devon, is a collection of more than 30 holiday events that take place in and around downtown Oklahoma City each year.

All information about the following events, including schedules, pricing, and other details can be found online at DOWNTOWNINDECEMBER.COM

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DECEMBER 7 - 10AM TO 4PM DECEMBER 8 - 10AM TO 4PM THIS WINTER WEEKEND SPECTACULAR WILL INCLUDE:

› Holiday games and crafts › Visits & photos with Santa Claus › Storytelling & photos with Mrs. Claus › “Polar Express” train ride › Food trucks & market vendors › Live entertainment throughout the day

Visits with Santa are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Guests should register upon arrival and bring their own camera.

The Myriad Botanical Gardens are located at 301 W. Reno Ave. in downtown Oklahoma City. For more information, visit DowntownInDecember.com.

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DEVON ICE RINK AT MYRIAD GARDENS

The Devon Ice Rink returns for its 9th season in the Myriad Botanical Gardens and will be open through February 2. Join us for another great winter of outdoor ice skating at Downtown in December’s premier attraction.

Open seven days a week, the Devon Ice Rink hosts daily public skating, private parties, and special events all winter long.

The Devon Ice Rink is located in the Myriad Botanical Gardens at 100 S. Robinson Ave. (at the corner of S. Robinson Ave. and Sheridan Ave.) Please call 405-708-6499 to book a private party or for general questions.

Visit DowntownInDecember.com to see the full schedule and daily hours of operation.

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› $13 per person for all ages, includes skates › $8 for guests who bring their own skates › $9 for 10 or more guests, includes skates Reservations are encouraged for groups

DEVON’S SATURDAYS WITH SANTA

Santa Claus is coming to town! Devon Energy has teamed up with Downtown in December and the Myriad Botanical Gardens to bring Saturdays with Santa to the Gardens this holiday season. Bring the kiddos downtown Saturday, December 7 & Sunday, December 8 to visit Santa, make crafts, and participate in holiday-themed activities.

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SANDRIDGE SANTA RUN

On Saturday, December 14, people of all ages will be prancing in the streets of downtown Oklahoma City in the 2019 SandRidge Santa Run. As part of Downtown in December, the SandRidge Santa Run includes a 5K race and one-mile Fun Run. All runs begin and end at SandRidge Energy (123 Robert S. Kerr Ave.) where there will be free snacks, a photo booth, and other familyfriendly activities. Medals will be awarded to the top three male and female finishers in each 5K age group, and all runners are invited to dress up in their most festive holiday attire for cash prizes in a costume contest afterward!

Register now at DowntownInDecember.com.

OKLAHOMA CITY TREE LIGHTING FESTIVAL PRESENTED BY SONIC

On Friday, November 29 from 5pm to 7pm, the annual Oklahoma City Tree Lighting Festival presented by SONIC, America’s Drive-In will take place on the Third Base Plaza at the Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark.

Guests will enjoy live entertainment, hot cocoa and coffee from Junction Coffee, and food and fun as Mayor Holt lights the city’s Christmas Tree. All are invited to take a free photo with Santa at the festival, which are printed on-site. The event also features food trucks, face painters, holiday characters, and special performances.

The Oklahoma City Tree Lighting Festival presented by SONIC is free and open to the public. For more information, visit DowntownInDecember.com.

FREE HOLIDAY WATER TAXI RIDES

All aboard for an adventure cruise on a Bricktown Water Taxi! Come enjoy a funfilled float down the beautifully-adorned Bricktown Canal free of charge, courtesy of the Downtown Business Improvement District.

The narrated and holiday-themed Free Holiday Water Taxi Rides will begin at the main dock on canal level, below the entrance to Mickey Mantle’s Steakhouse and Brickopolis.

The tours will run on a continuous loop through Bricktown, Thursdays through Sundays, November 29 through December 29 from 6pm to 9pm. Admission is free and open to the public. For more information, call 405234-TAXI or visit DowntownInDecember.com.

AUTOMOBILE ALLEY LIGHT DISPLAY

See the historic buildings of Automobile Alley in a whole new light at Automobile Alley’s light display on N. Broadway Ave. beginning November 23 through January 11. More than 230,000 colorful LED lights will drape the buildings along ten blocks of N. Broadway Ave. making for a magical holiday wonderland. (N. Broadway Ave. and side streets between N.W. 10th and N.W. 4th in downtown Oklahoma City.)

BRICKTOWN CANAL LIGHTS

The Bricktown Canal light display will once again brighten your Bricktown experience from November 29 through January 11. As you stroll the canal, enjoy the dining and shopping along downtown OKC’s premier entertainment district under the gorgeous holiday lights. The light display is free to the public. Don’t forget to enjoy the lights from the Free Holiday Water Taxi Rides on certain nights of the week throughout the season.

LIFESHARE WINTERFEST & SNOW TUBING

The LifeShare WinterFest at Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark is returning this year and opens on Friday, November 29. Riding down the gigantic snow tubing slope is a thrill you won’t want to miss.

From snow tubing to holiday movies on the video board, plus sparkling holiday lighting and décor, this will be a holiday highlight that

your family will remember for years to come!

There’s something for the whole family, so bring everyone along for a ride in the snow, hot chocolate and a snack, and a festive holiday atmosphere.

Guests can buy single-session tickets for $14 per rider. Non-riders are admitted in the area for free.Please call 405-218-1000 for group rates and private event information or visit OKCDodgers.com.

LITTLE WILLIE’S TRIPLE DOG DARE

The 8th annual Little Willie’s Triple Dog Dare will be held Saturday, December 7 at Leadership Square (211 N. Robinson Ave.) This stair climbing athletic event is open to people of all ages, and in keeping with the ‘Little Willie’s’ spirit, there is also a Firefighters Division racing in full gear! Awards will be given to top three overall male and female finshers, as well as age group divisions. All proceeds go to The Homeless Alliance and Sunbeam Family Services. For more information, visit littlewilliestripledogdare.com.

A DOG DAY IN DECEMBER AT MIDTOWN MUTTS DOG PARK

Bring the pups and enjoy a pet-friendly holidaythemed fundraiser on Thursday, December 5 from 5:30pm to 8pm at Midtown Mutts Dog Park (407 W. Park Pl.), benefitting the Midtown Association. Dogs can take photos with Santa (printed on site) for a small donation and enjoy complimentary “puppuccinos.” Humans can enter a drawing for a chance to win special prizes from Midtown business. Goodie bags filled with treats, toys, Midtown swag will be available for purchase. This event is sponsored by the Midtown Association. For more information, visit DowntownInDecember.com.

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LIFESHARE WINTERFEST & SNOW TUBING

SANDRIDGE SANTA RUN OKLAHOMA CITY TREE LIGHTING FESTIVAL PRESENTED BY SONIC

AUTOMOBILE ALLEY LIGHT DISPLAY

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LYRIC’S A CHRISTMAS CAROL LIGHTS ON BROADWAY ANNUAL EVENT Cruise down historic Automobile Alley for the district’s holiday open house and the first day of this year’s stunning light display with the 4th annual Lights On Broadway event on Saturday, November 23 from 4pm to 8pm on N. Broadway Ave. and side streets between N.W. 10th and N.W. 4th.

Retail shops and restaurants will feature photo-worthy holiday window displays in addition to family-friendly activities, special promotions, and giveaways. There will be complimentary carriage rides, visits with Santa, live artists and musicians, a free photo booth, an outdoor screening of classic holiday movies, hot cocoa, free s’mores, and more!

Join us in discovering the Alley “in the new old-fashioned way”! For more details, visit DowntownInDecember.com.

HOLIDAY POP-UP SHOPS AT MIDTOWN

The Holiday Pop-Up Shops are returning to Midtown in 2019! Visit over 30 Oklahomaowned shops and an urban Christmas tree lot by Bishop Carrol School for four weeks this holiday season between Thanksgiving and Christmas. Shops rotate weekly through a set of geodesic domes at N.W. 10th and N. Hudson Ave., next to Bleu Garten. The holiday shopping village is open each weekend, starting Black Friday, Thursday through Sunday and is pet and family-friendly. Entry is free, shopping is encouraged. Buy a top shopper preview pass for early access. For more information, including the list of shops, visit OKCPopUps.com.

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In its 9th year running, the spectacular Oklahoma holiday tradition returns with Lyric’s production of Charles Dickens’ classic, A Christmas Carol, sponsored by Devon Energy.

Go on a magical journey with Ebenezer Scrooge and the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future!

Tickets start at $25, and the show takes place at Lyric’s Plaza Theater (1725 N.W. 16th St.) To purchase tickets or for more information, visit LyricTheatreOKC.com or call 405-524-9312.

OKC PHILHARMONIC’S THE CHRISTMAS SHOW

The OKC Phil’s annual holiday extravaganza returns starring Broadway’s Max von Essen, the Philharmonic Pops Chorale, the Mistletoes, and of course, Santa – all singing and dancing to your favorite holiday songs. This show delivers laughter, joy, and maybe even a few sentimental tears, all packaged in delightful costumes and fantastic sets and lights. Don’t miss this festive musical experience the entire family can enjoy. For more information, visit OKCPhilharmonic.org or call 405-842-5387.

SHOW DATES & TIMES: DECEMBER 5 - 7:30PM DECEMBER 6 - 8PM DECEMBER 7 - 2PM & 8PM

OKLAHOMA CITY BALLET’S THE NUTCRACKER PRESENTED BY DEVON

Tchaikovsky’s familiar score and Artistic Director Robert Mills’ delightful staging of The Nutcracker will fill your heart with the spirit of the season as Clara and the Nutcracker Prince return to enchant both the young and the young at heart. The Oklahoma City Philharmonic and students from the Oklahoma City Ballet Yvonne Chouteau School join with the professional company dancers to present an experience your whole family will remember for years to come.

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information, visit OKCBallet.com or call OKC Ballet at 405-848-8637.

SHOW DATES & TIMES: DECEMBER 14 - 2PM & 7PM DECEMBER 15 - 2PM DECEMBER 20 - 7PM DECEMBER 21 - 2PM & 7PM DECEMBER 22 - 2PM & 7PM

CANTERBURY CHRISTMAS AT THE CIVIC CENTER

Hear Canterbury Voices’ encore performance of Eugene Goossens’ arrangement of Handel’s masterwork, Messiah, on Sunday, December 8 at 7pm for this year’s Canterbury Christmas at the Civic Center Music Hall. Over 140 voices will sing accompanied by a full orchestra from the OKC Philharmonic. Canterbury will host its annual Holiday Reception after the concert in the Civic Center lobby featuring home-baked cookies and punch from their adult chorus.

Santa and Mrs. Claus will also be in attendance for photos. To purchase tickets, call 405-232-7464 or visit CanterburyOKC.com.

MYRIAD BOTANICAL GARDENS HOLIDAY EVENTS

ILLUMINATIONS: STARRY NIGHT PRESENTED BY OG&E WEDNESDAYS - FRIDAYS - 6PM TO 9PM SATURDAYS - 6PM TO 10PM Join the Myriad Botanical Gardens between November 22 and January 5 for the second iteration of Illuminations, an immersive light installation that combines light and sound inside the Crystal Bridge Tropical Conservatory.

Dress warm, wear rubber-soled shoes, and prepare for a fun morning on the ice. All other equipment will be provided.

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› $20 for members › $25 for nonmembers DECEMBER DROP-INS DECEMBER 19-DECEMBER 20, 10AM TO 12PM Kids can drop-in to make a natural ornament, learn about winter plants and animals, play games, read a holiday book, and embark on a scavenger hunt in the Crystal Bridge Tropical Conservatory and Children’s Garden.

POLAR EXPRESS PJ PARTY & PANCAKE PARTY DECEMBER 9 - 9:30AM-11:30AM Do you BELIEVE? Join the Myriad Botanical Gardens for a morning of holiday festivities in the Park House Event Center. Guests will be able to ice skate at the Devon Ice Rink, drink hot cocoa, and create Polar Express crafts! Special guest, Santa, will also make an appearance. Wear your PJs to get in the spirit!

SENSORY SANTA MORNING SPONSORED BY BANK OF OKLAHOMA DECEMBER 15 - 8:30AM-10AM An event tailored for families with children with special needs, join us inside the Crystal Bridge Tropical Conservatory for a morning with Santa. This event provides a more controlled and welcoming environment for a Santa photo experience.

The Myriad Botanical Gardens will be offering additional paid classes to enjoy this holiday season, such as: WILD BIRD HOLIDAY DECORATIONS GINGERBREAD HOUSE WORKSHOP THE GIFT OF BOTANICAL DRAWINGS

For more information and to sign up for classes, visit MyriadGardens.org or call 405-445-7080.

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› $8 for members › $10 for nonmembers LEARN TO CURL AT THE DEVON ICE RINK NOVEMBER 23 - 9AM-10:30AM DECEMBER 7 - 9AM-10:30AM DECEMBER 21 - 9AM-10:30AM JANUARY 4 - 9AM-10:30AM JANUARY 18 - 9AM-10:30AM Join the Oklahoma Curling Club as they teach the basic rules and etiquette of curling.

SKIRVIN HOLIDAY EVENTS

As Downtown Oklahoma City comes to life this holiday season, The Skirvin Hilton once again will host several festive events you will love sharing with your friends, families, and loved ones. For reservations or more information, contact the Holiday Desk at The Skirvin Hilton at 405-702-8444.

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CANDY CANE CHRISTMAS AT THE AMERICAN BANJO MUSEUM

OKLAHOMA CITY MUSEUM OF ART HOLIDAY EVENTS

The Oklahoma City Museum of Art will feature several holiday events this winter.

Art installations, SONIC Free Family Day on December 1, Drop-In Art making on December 7 and 21, a New Year’s Eve event, Annual Holiday Film Series, and more.

The new exhibition Renewing the American Spirit: The Art of the Great Depression is open now and features work by Dorthea Lange, Alexandre Hogue, John Steuart Curry, and more.

For more information, visit OKCMOA.com.

ARTS COUNCIL OKLAHOMA CITY’S OPENING NIGHT

Ring in the New Year in style. In its 33rd year, the Opening Night celebration is the go-to event for families and friends to “open” the New Year in the spirit of community!

Downtown Oklahoma City sets the stage for a variety of bands, entertainment, local food trucks, family activities, and more. Adults 21+ can grab a drink and warm up in our New Year’s Cheers tent facing the Finale Stage.

The day begins with the festive Finale 5K race and concludes with a bang at the midnight fireworks extravaganza! Wristbands to access indoor performances, including the children’s area, go on sale December 1. They are $8 in advance and can be purchased at metro 7-Eleven’s and will also be available day of the event for $10. Kids 5 and under are free. For more information, visit ArtsCouncilOKC.com

The American Banjo Museum welcomes you to an afternoon of holiday music, candy canes, refreshments, and more! Bring the entire family to sing along with the Okie Dokies, the American Banjo Museum’s Executive Director Johnny Baier, and TV’s Lucas Ross as they perform holiday favorites.

Admission is FREE when you bring a new, unwrapped toy to support the Red Andrews Christmas Dinner. Children 15 and under are admitted free without a gift. Join the American Banjo Museum for Candy Cane Christmas on Sunday, December 8 from 1pm to 4pm. For more information, visit AmericanBanjoMuseum.com.

MANNHEIM STEAMROLLER CHRISTMAS

Join the festivities as Mannheim Steamroller Christmas makes history and celebrates 35 years of holiday magic by bringing their annual holiday tour to the Civic Center Music Hall on Tuesday, November 26 at 7:30pm. Experience the performance that started it all and hear the entire album played live for the first time ever!

This year’s show will feature all of your favorite classic Christmas hits along with unforgettable multimedia effects in an intimate setting.

Tickets can be purchased at OKCBroadway.com, by calling 405-594-8300, or visting the Civic Center Box Office Monday-Friday 10am-5pm.

OKC STREETCAR BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION

EMBARK is celebrating the OKC Streetcar’s first year of service with an all-day birthday party on Saturday, December 14 beginning at Leadership Square. All are invited to join the festivities which include letters to Santa, photos with holiday characters, kids’ crafts, entertainment, wrapping paper station, and more. The festivities will end with a ticketed beer and food event at Elk Valley Brewing benefitting the Homeless Alliance.

On December 15 the Transit Center (501 N. Hudson Ave.) will be full of holiday cheer with photos with Santa available to all bus passengers.Learn more at OKCStreetcar.com.

FREE WEEKEND STREETCAR RIDES

Enjoy complimentary fares on the OKC Streetcar weekends (Fridays through Sundays) beginning November 22 through January 5 in celebration of their one year anniversary. Learn more about OKC Streetcar at OKCStreetcar.com.

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HOLLY JOLLY SHOPS AT THE BRICK

Holly Jolly Shops at the Brick is a two-day event featuring amazing retailers, food, and fun on the concourse of the Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark.

Come enjoy holiday shopping in a festive atmosphere! This open-air market is free and open to the public. For more information, visit Revolve-Productions.com.

HOURS: DECEMBER 7 - 12PM TO 7PM DECEMBER 8 - 12PM TO 5:30PM

SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY

Visit Oklahoma City’s local shops and celebrate the Shop Small movement on Saturday, November 30. Small Business Saturday is recognized in communities nationwide to promote holiday shopping at small storefronts.

Enjoy special promotions and in-store events at participating businesses throughout the city. Visit DowntownInDecember.com for a list of businesses.

OKC CHRISTMAS CRAWL

The OKC Christmas Crawl returns for its 6th year on Friday, December 13, 6pm-11pm, in Automobile Alley. Crawl your way through participating bars, enjoy food and drink specials, and be merry in your best holiday costume. The Christmas Crawl is a local charity fundraiser benefiting the Junior League of Oklahoma City. For more information, visit OKCCrawl.com.

AFRICAN CHILDREN’S CHOIR AT FIRST CHURCH OKC

Hear the African Children’s Choir in concert at First Church in downtown Oklahoma City on Sunday, December 1 at 7pm. Admission is free and open to everyone. Visit FirstChurchOKC.com for more information.

MESTA PARK 42ND ANNUAL HOME TOUR

Take a peek at all of the beautiful historic homes on display at Mesta Park’s 42nd Annual Home Tour on December 7 and December 8. Proceeds from the event will go towards the Mesta Park Neighborhood Association’s beautification and improvement efforts. For more information, visit MestaPark.org.

HOLIDAY EVENTS AT ARTSPACE

ARTSPACE at Untitled will feature several holiday events and workshops this winter. The Postcard Perspectives exhibition will be on display through December 28 and includes over 2,000 small works of art that can be purchased right off of the exhibition walls and be given as the perfect holiday gift.

Learn more at 1ne3.org.

HOURS: TUESDAY-SATURDAY: 10AM-6PM SUNDAY-MONDAY: CLOSED

SUGAR PLUM PROMENADE AT SCISSORTAIL PARK

Enjoy a beautiful stroll down the Sugar Plum Promenade at Scissortail Park! Celebrate the season on Friday, December 13 and Saturday, December 14 with holiday festivities including lights, children’s entertainment, games, music, food trucks and Santa’s Cocoa Showdown! Visit ScissortailPark.org for details and updates.