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Lifestyle / May 20, 2026

Kick off summer with Visit OKC’s Memorial Day and summer guides

Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial start of summer, and if you’re looking for things to do, Visit OKC has you covered. The organization has released a dedicated Memorial Day weekend guide, highlighting top events, attractions and ways to explore the city during one of its busiest weekends of the year. From annual favorites like the Paseo Arts Festival to Western experiences at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, the guide offers a quick way to plan your long weekend.

By Chamber Staff
Economy / May 19, 2026

Where OKC’s next developments begin

Each year, the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber joins thousands of developers, retailers and industry leaders at ICSC Las Vegas, hosted by the Innovating Commerce Serving Communities (ICSC), one of the largest retail real estate conferences in the country.

By Chamber Staff
Inside OKC / May 12, 2026

Second LA28 ticket draw registration open through July 22

If you didn’t secure Olympic tickets in the first round, another opportunity is here. Registration for the second ticket draw for the 2028 Summer Olympics is now open through July 22, giving Oklahoma City residents another chance to be part of the Games when they arrive in 2028.

By Chamber Staff
Inside OKC / May 11, 2026

OKC sees first decline in homelessness since 2022

Oklahoma City recorded a slight decrease in homelessness in 2026, marking the first year-over-year decline the community has seen since 2022, according to newly released data from the annual Point-in-Time (PIT) Count.

By Chamber Staff
Economy / May 8, 2026

Paycom Center named finalist for ACM Arena of the Year

Paycom Center has been named a finalist for Arena of the Year by the Academy of Country Music, a recognition that reinforces Oklahoma City’s growing position as a top-tier destination for major touring acts and live entertainment.

By Chamber Staff
VeloCity Q&A / June 19, 2019
Tommy Yi
President & Cofounder,
StarSpace46
I thought there was a huge opportunity here, especially with MAPS 3 starting to take shape. I saw Oklahoma City as a sandbox of opportunity. That compelled me to really make a choice to stay here and build something like this.
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