CENTRAL OKLAHOMA – The following is a list of holiday events occurring in Frontier Country.
November 14-December 24
Annual Holiday Gift Gallery
Stillwater Multi Arts Center
General Public Information: 405-533-8539, www.stillwater.org
Info:Friends of Multi Special Gallery Preview Brunch: Nov. 15 (noon – 2 p.m.). Open to the public Nov. 14 (2 – 5 p.m.).
November 18-December 13
Bah Hum Bug
Children’s Center for the Arts on the O.C.U. campus, Oklahoma City
General Public Information: 405-951-0011, www.oklahomachildrenstheatre.org
Media Contact: Mollie Reid, Oklahoma Children’s Theatre, 405-606-7003
Info: Performance times are Wednesdays and Fridays at 11 a.m. and weekends at 2 p.m.
November 20-December 30
Holiday Lights Spectacular
Joe B. Barnes Regional Park, Midwest City
Media Contact: Susan MacQuarrie, Midwest City CVB, 405-455-1818
General Public Information: www.visitmidwestctiy.com
Info: The park is transformed into a twinkling winter wonderland with over one million lights featuring 80 dazzling displays, including the majestic 118 foot Christmas tree illuminated with 9,000 bulbs. You can even enjoy the lights from horse drawn carriage!
From I-40 exit Douglas Blvd. follow the snowflakes to wind through the South’s largest animated light collection. Gates open daily: 6-10 p.m. weekdays, 6- 11 p.m. weekends.
November 21
Opening of Yukon’s Christmas in the Park City Park
Yukon General Public Information: 405-354-8442, www.cityofyukonok.gov
Media Contact: Jan Scott, Yukon Parks & Rec. Dept., 405-350-8937
Info: Yukon’s Christmas in the Park opens over 100 acres of lights. Events include the Chill Your Cheeks 5K Run and Jingle Walk and the Kris Kringle Karnival. Activities include pictures with Santa, wagon rides and special visits from Frosty, Jinglesaurus and Rudolph.
November 21-December 31
Christmas in the Park City Park
Yukon General Public Information: 405-354-8442, www.cityofyukonok.gov
Media Contact: Jan Scott, Yukon Parks & Rec. Dept., 405-350-8937
Info:Yukon’s “Christmas in the Park” offers a drive through a three park complex with over 125 fantastic visual displays, 100 acres of illuminated magic and more than a million twinkling lights. Visitors may drive, walk, ride a train or take a horse drawn carriage through the lights. The lights are open 6-11 p.m. nightly.
November 24
Festival of Light Opening Night
Shannon Springs Park, Chickasha
General Public Information: www.ChickashaFestivalofLight.com
Media Contact: Kristi Davis, Chickasha Festival of Light, 405-224-0787
Info: 6 p.m. ceremony, 7 p.m. grand lighting. November 24-December 31 Festival of Light Shannon Springs Park, Chickasha General Public Information: www.ChickashaFestivalofLight.com
Media Contact: Kristi Davis, Chickasha Festival of Light, 405-224-0787
Info: 6- 11 p.m. nightly.
November 27-28
Holiday Craft Festival
Cleveland County Fairgrounds, Norman
General Public Information: 405-360-4721
Info: November 27 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and November 28 from 1 to 4 p.m.
November 27-January 3, 2010
Downtown in December
Downtown, Oklahoma City
General Public Information: 405-236-6640, 888-OKC4Fun, DowntowninDecember.com
Media Contact: Kim Searls, Downtown OKC, Inc., 405-235-3515
Info: Only in Downtown Oklahoma City can you experience the thrill of outdoor ice skating, exhilarating snow tubing rides down the nation’s largest manmade slope, water taxi excursions along the winding Bricktown Canal, free museum Sundays, free river cruises, a magically-lit botanical garden and historic avenue, a festive 5K run through the heart of Downtown and plenty of holiday cheer for the entire family! This month-long adventure attracts thousands of revelers to the heart of the City’s polar playground. Festivities begin November 27 and run through the New Year.
December 1
Winter Glow
UCO Campus, Edmond
General Public Information: 405-974-2363, www.uco.edu
Info: Free Holiday Celebration with kid’s activities.
December 1-24
Deck the Zoo
The Oklahoma City Zoo, Oklahoma City
General Public Information: 405-424-3344, www.okczoo.com
Media Contact: Candice Rennels, OKC Zoo, 405-425-0262
Info: Bring an edible wildlife ornament to the Zoo and receive admission for only $1 that day.
December 1-31
UCO Campus Holiday Lights
2nd & University and beyond, Edmond
December 1-31
Free Rides on the Oklahoma Spirit Trolleys Downtown
Oklahoma City General Public Information: www.gometro.org, 405-235-RIDE
Media Contact: Michael Scroggins, 405-297-2107
Info: During the month of December people can enjoy riding on the Oklahoma Spirit Trolleys for FREE. To learn about where each of the trolley lines can take you and when, visit gometro.org or call 235-RIDE. This is a great way to see Downtown in December!
December 1-31
Sunday Free Boat Rides
Regatta Park, Oklahoma City
General Public Information: www.okrivercruises.com, 405-702-7755, 866-825-6363
Media Contact: Michael Scroggins, 405-297-2107
Info: 1-6 p.m. On Sunday’s during the month of December people can enjoy a 20-minute boat ride on the Oklahoma River for FREE from 1-6 p.m. The boats will be decorated for the holidays.
December 3
Territorial Christmas Celebration
Harn Homestead Museum, Oklahoma City
Info: Annual holiday open house. Tour the historic buildings and grounds, take a hay ride around the property, create Victorian holiday crafts and visit with Santa. The Harn Homestead Museum’s gift shop will be open featuring fun toys and trinkets. Admission: $5 General Admission, $4 Seniors & Military, Children 3 & Under Free and free to Harn Homestead Museum Members. 5:30-8:30 p.m.
December 3
Mayor’s Tree Lighting Festival
Market Place, Edmond
General Public Information: 405-249-9391, www.visitedmondok.com
Media Contact: 405-359-4630 Info: 5:30-7 p.m., Free.
December 3
Chickasha Parade of Light
Chickasha General Public Information: 405-224-0787, www.chickashachamber.com
Media Contact: Kristi Davis, Chickasha Chamber of Commerce, 405-224-0787
Info: Annual lighted parade complete with bands, horses, classic cars, lighted floats, candy, and Santa. Free family fun in a festive atmosphere. Come early and visit with the Main Street Merchants for great Christmas shopping. Begins at 7 p.m. on Chickasha Ave.
December 3
Christmas on the Western Frontier
Downtown, El Reno
General Public Information: 405-262-8888, www.elreno.org
Media Contact: Codie Finnigan, El Reno Main Street, 405-262-8888
Info: An old fashioned Christmas parade, trolley rides, Santa, strolling carolers, Christmas treats, lighting of the Community Christmas Tree, children’s craft project, shopping and Main Street Bucks drawing!
December 3
Holiday Happening
Sam Noble Museum, Norman
General Public Information: 405-325-4712, www.snomnh.ou.edu
Media Contact: Linda Coldwell, SNOMNH,405-325-0598
Info: 6-9 p.m. A Norman holiday tradition! Free museum admission, live music, photos with Santa, and discounts on purchases in Excavations, the museum store. Donations of food and gifts accepted for Food and Shelter for Friends.
December 3-5
A Very Merry Pops
Civic Center Music Hall, Oklahoma City
General Public Information: 405-842-5387, www.okcphilharmonic.org
Media Contact: Michelle Winters; mwinters@okcphilharmonic.org
Info: Broadway star Judy McLane stars in the Philharmonic’s annual Christmas celebration of family, music, dance, and fun.
December 3-5
Christmas Croonin’
UCO Jazz Lab, Edmond
General Public Information: 405-359-7989, www.ucojazzlab.com
Media Contact: Lee Rucker 405-359-7989
Info: Reservations Recommended for this Holiday Event. 8 p.m.
December 3-13
A Christmas Carol
Oklahoma Children’s Theatre, on the campus of OCU, Oklahoma City
General Public Information: 405-951-0011, www.oklahomachildrenstheatre.org
Media Contact: Mollie Reid, Oklahoma Children’s Theatre, 405-606-7003
Info: The classic story of Ebenezer Scrooge returns to Oklahoma Children’s Theatre and Theatre OCU this holiday season. For ticket information call the box office at 405-951-0011.
December 3-24
Dickens of a Christmas
Historic Downtown Edmond
General Public Information: 405-249-9391, www.downtownedmondok.com
Media Contact: Leah Kessler, 405-249-9391
Info: Merchants dress in period costumes, caroler, carriage rides, warm beverages, Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
December 4
Old Town Christmas Tree Lighting and Moore Public Library Holiday Gala
Old Town Moore Downtown and Moore Public Library
Moore General Public Information: 405-793-5224, www.cityofmoore.com
Media Contact: Teresa Smith, City of Moore, 405-793-4332
Information: 5-8 p.m. Christmas Tree Lighting; Santa Claus; Carriage Rides; Children’s Crafts; Christmas Music
December 4
Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony Holiday Celebration
Andrews Park, Norman
General Public Information: 405-366-5472
December 4-6
Boy’s Ranch Town Drive Thru Christmas Pageant
5100 SE 33rd St., Edmond
General Public Information: 405-359-7989, www.obhc.org
Media Contact: 405-341-3606 Info: 7-9 p.m. nightly, Donations appreciated.
December 5
Chandler Christmas Parade
Main Street, Chandler
Media Contact: Linda Stidham, Chandler Chamber of Commerce, 405-258-0673
Info: Christmas parade with Santa Clause, Chandler Snow Queen and Citizen of the Year. Parade begins at 11 a.m. and tickets for our annual retail $1,000 giveaway will begin immediately after the parade ends.
December 5
Mayor’s Christmas Party for Kids
Robertson Activity Center,Yukon
General Public Information: 405-350-8937, www.cityofyukonok.gov
Media Contact: Jan Scott, Yukon Parks & Recreation Dept. 405-350-8937
Info: The Mayor of Yukon invites all kids to enjoy a morning of Christmas activities including: Christmas Crafts, Polar Bear Pictures, Letters to Santa and visits from Jinglesauras, Rudolph, Frosty and Santa Claus. Admission is Free from 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
December 5
Christmas Parade
Main Street, Choctaw
General Public Information: 405-390-3303 Info: 10 a.m.
December 5-6
Nutcracker Ballet
Yukon Fine Arts Auditorium, Yukon
General Public Information: 405-354-1743, www.CentralOKBallet.org
Media Contact: Patti George, Central Oklahoma Ballet, 450-354-1743
Info: Annual production of the Nutcracker Ballet with orchestra. Saturday 8 p.m. and Sunday 2 p.m.
December 5-24
A Territorial Christmas Celebration
Guthrie
General Public Information: 405- 282-1947, www.guthrieok.com
Media Contact: Mary Coffin, Guthrie Chamber of Commerce, 405-282-1947
December 6
Holiday Home Tour
Choctaw
General Public Information: 405-390-3303
Media Contact: Tracy Mosley, Choctaw Chamber of Commerce, 405-390-3303
Info: 1-6 p.m. Open house at the Chamber office, refreshments served at each house. Raffle tickets for sale to win a 7.5 ft decorated Christmas tree.
December 6
Cocoa and Carols
Hardeman Auditorium, OC Campus, Edmond
General Public Information: 405-425-5530, www.oc.edu
Media Contact: 405-425-5530
Info: Holiday program, 2 p.m. Free.
December 6
Horseshoes & Holly Open House
National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, Oklahoma City
General Public Information: 405-478-2250, www.nationalcowboymuseum.org
Media Contact: Shayla Simpson, Cowboy Museum, 405-478-6403
Info: 11a.m.-5 p.m. Shop The Museum Store and enjoy festive holiday touches, including light refreshments, free parking and free gift wrapping.
December 10
Holiday Events
Main Street, Seminole
General Public Information: 405-382-3640, www.seminoleokchamber.org
Media Contact: Amy Britt, Seminole Chamber of Commerce, 405-382-3640
Info: Dance Team performance, Chocolate Festival, Caroling, Scripture Reading, and of course parade with Santa! Pictures after parade with Santa, hot chocolate and carriage rides available! Events start at 5 p.m. 2009 Parade theme is “DISNEY DREAMS,” registration forms online.
December 10
16th Annual Christmas Lighting Contest
Moore
General Public Information: 405-793-4332, www.cityofmoore.com
Media Contact: Teresa Smith, City of Moore, 405-793-4332
Information: Entries due by 5 p.m. Must be a Moore resident to enter; Judging will be done by Wards (by address). Prizes for 1st; 2nd and 3rd place by wards.
December 10
Holiday Tour of Homes
El Reno
General Public Information: 405-262-2552, www.redlandscc.edu
Info: Beautifully decorated homes are open to the public for the holiday season. Gather great holiday decorating ideas and enjoy holiday sales at participating merchants.
December 10-12
Christmas Croonin’
UCO Jazz Lab, Edmond
General Public Information: 405-359-7989, www.ucojazzlab.com
Media Contact: Lee Rucker 405-359-7989
Info: Reservations Recommended for this Holiday Event. 8 p.m.
December 10-13
Home for the Holidays
Kirkpatrick Auditorium, Oklahoma City University, Oklahoma City
General Public Information: Performance ticket office, 405-208 5277
Media Contact: Leslie Berger, Assistant Director for Media Relations, 405-208-5348
Info: Dance performance by The American Spirit Dance Company directed by Jo Rowan.
Dec. 10: 2-4 p.m., Dec. 11 8-10 p.m., Dec. 12 2-4 p.m. and 8-10 p.m., Dec.13 2-4 p.m.
December 11-12
Christmas Vespers Concert
Bishop Angie Smith Chapel, Oklahoma City University, Oklahoma City
General Public Information: Randi Von Ellefson, 405-208 5015
Media Contact: Leslie Berger, Assistant Director for Media Relations, 405-208-5348
Info: Dec. 11 8-10 p.m., Dec. 12 8-10 p.m.
December 12
Holiday Lights Spectacular Nightlight Run
Joe B. Barnes Regional Park, Midwest City
General Public Information: 405-739-1288, www.midwestcityok.org/holiday-lights-run
Media Contact: Scott Bartel, 405-739-1288
Info: Midwest City is located east of Oklahoma City on Interstate 40. Exit Douglas Blvd., go North 1 mile to 15th Street, turn west and proceed to Century Blvd. The race will begin from Century Blvd, and go through Joe B. Barnes Regional Park. The Nighlight run will start at the entrance to the Midwest City Holiday lights Spectacular. The Holiday Lights Spectacular Nighlight Run is an opportunity for running enthusiasts to experience the magical glow of lights like nobody else can. The only night of the season that is open for foot traffic invites runners to run competitively or run with holiday spirit.
December 12
Main Street Christmas Holiday Parade
Main Street from Berry Rd. to Crawford St., Norman
Info: 10:30 a.m. The 2009 parade will sing, dance and float to the theme of “Let Freedom Ring with the Bells of Christmas.”
December 12
Holiday Craft Festival
Cleveland County Fairgrounds, Norman,
General Public Information: 405-360-4721 Info: 9-4 p.m.
December 12
Oklahoma Route 66 Association 4th Annual Lights Cruise
General Public Information: 405-258-0008, www.oklahomaroute66.com
Media Contact: Marilyn Emde, Oklahoma Route 66 Assoc., 405-258-0008
Info: Meet at Johnny Carino’s, 1608 Garth Brooks Blvd. in Yukon for an early dinner. 5:30- Travel to Yukon City Park light display, 2200 S. Holly in Yukon. 6:45-Travel to light and music display, 2100 Markwell Ave. in Bethany. Tune radio to 102.3 for music. 7:30- Travel to Bricktown for lights and canal rides. Boat rides are free 6-9:30 p.m. Get tickets at 111 Mickey Mantle Dr. 9:30- Dessert and coffee in Bricktown.
December 13
Horseshoes & Holly Open House
National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, Oklahoma City
General Public Information: 405-478-2250, www.nationalcowboymuseum.org
Media Contact: Shayla Simpson, Cowboy Museum, 405-478-6403
Info: 11a.m.-5 p.m. Shop The Museum Store and enjoy festive holiday touches, including light refreshments, free parking and free gift wrapping.
December 14
Santa Delivers The Oklahoma City Zoo
Oklahoma City General Public Information: 405-424-3344, www.okczoo.com
Media Contact: Candice Rennels, OKC Zoo,405-425-0262
Info: From 10-11 a.m. Santa will make a stop on the wild side to deliver holiday goodies to some of his friends at the Zoo. The fun continues in the Canopy Restaurant where guests can enjoy free hot chocolate and doughnuts. This activity is free and reservations are not required. Be sure to bring your camera to get pictures with Santa.
December 17
Sounds of the Season
Yukon Fine Arts Auditorium, Yukon
General Public Information: 405-350-8937, www.cityofyukonok.gov
Media Contact: Jan Scott, Yukon Parks & Recreation Dept., 405-350-8937
Info: The Oklahoma City Philharmonic will perform the 14th Annual Sounds of the Season featuring many holiday favorites. Admission is $5 and the show begins at 7:30 p.m.
December 18
Michael Martin Murphey’s Cowboy Christmas Ball
General Public Information: 405-478-2250, www.nationalcowboymuseum.org
Media Contact: Shayla Simpson, Cowboy Museum, 405-478-6403 Info: 7 p.m. The 15th anniversary of this yuletide dance features Murphey headlining an evening of entertainment for the entire family. Includes buffet and a visit from Santa. Reservations required 405-478-2250 ext. 219.
December 19
Christmas Train
Oklahoma Railway Museum, Oklahoma City
General Public Information: 405-424-8222
Media Contact: Drake Rice, ORM, 405-424-8222
Info: Tickets are $12 and are on sale now. Call 405-424-0504 to purchase tickets. Trains run at 9, 10, 11, 12, 1:30 and 3. Join Santa for a Christmas train ride with hot chocolate, carols and storytelling.
December 20
Fort Reno Christmas Guns/Fireworks Celebration
Fort Reno, El Reno
General Public Information: 405-262-3987
Media Contact: Bob Warren, Fort Reno, 405-262-3987
Info: A celebration of culture including carolers, Christmas treats, re-enactment performances and the firing of the Christmas guns – an old German/Early American tradition.
December 20
Horseshoes & Holly Open House
National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, Oklahoma City
General Public Information: 405-478-2250, www.nationalcowboymuseum.org
Media Contact: Shayla Simpson, Cowboy Museum, 405-478-6403
Info: 11a.m.-5 p.m. Shop The Museum Store and enjoy festive holiday touches, including light refreshments, free parking and free gift wrapping.
December 31
Opening Night 2010
Downtown, Oklahoma City
General Public Information: 405-270-4848, www.ArtsCouncilOKC.com
Media Contact: Emily Reagan, Arts Council of Oklahoma City, 405-270-4848 Info: From 7 p.m. to midnight, enjoy Oklahoma City’s favorite, family-friendly New Year’s Eve celebration with music, comedy, dance, children’s activities and a spectacular fireworks show. One wristband gets you into all the action, including 40 performances across 10 venues in downtown OKC.
December 31
New Year’s Eve Bash
Remington Park Racing Casino, Oklahoma City
General Public Information: 405-424-1000, www.remingtonpark.com
Media Contact: Dale Day, Remington Park, 405-424-1000 ext. 3215 Info: Prizes TBA ### For Immediate Release: November 12, 2009 Contact: Lauren Lorenzen, Public Relations Manager Telephone: 405-232-6552 E-mail: Lauren@oktourism.com
