A record-breaking 30,000 runners and walkers took part in the 2026 Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon, with participants traveling from all 50 states and 17 countries and territories. The annual race weekend once again brought tens of thousands to city streets, showcasing Oklahoma City’s ability to host large-scale events while drawing national and international participation.
The Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon is coming up, and you don't have to run a step to be part of it. Spectators are a core part of the race experience. Their energy keeps runners moving through 26.2 miles of city streets. Whether you're tracking a friend, bringing the family or just want to soak in one of OKC's biggest days of the year, here's where to be.
Oklahoma City is earning national recognition for its growing event scene, with two local markets nominated for Best Night Market in the USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards.
Team OKC today encouraged Oklahoma City residents and Oklahomans statewide to register beginning today, January 14, for the LA28 Ticket Draw.
Harrah’s Oklahoma, operated by Caesars Entertainment, will host an in-person job fair Thursday, Dec. 4, from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Hilton Garden Inn Edmond Conference Center, 2833 Conference Dr., as it prepares to hire more than 300 people for its new casino and entertainment site.
The Greater Oklahoma City Chamber will host its Annual Meeting event on Dec. 17 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, 1700 NE 63rd St. Tickets are priced at $90 for members and $110 for non-members.
Oklahoma City recently marked 1,000 days until the 2028 Summer Olympics and showcased the city's readiness and its commitment to providing a world-class hosting experience as part of the LA28 Olympic Games. LA28 will bring the Olympic and Paralympic Games to Los Angeles in 2028, uniting more than 15,000 of the world’s top athletes in a celebration of sport, culture and human potential.
Oklahoma City offers a full slate of Thanksgiving Day options, from early brunch services to community meals and evening events. Residents can plan the day around food, fellowship and activities across the metro.
