A new mural titled “Howdy” now greets visitors inside the Oklahoma City Convention Center. Created by local artist Nick Bayer, the 17-by-20-foot piece joins the City’s growing public art collection.
Oklahoma City has issued a call for artists to create a permanent sculpture marking the 100th anniversary of historic U.S. Route 66.
Oklahoma City will celebrate the completion of a $6.6 million streetscape, sidewalk and bike lane improvement project in the historic Britton District with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on March 27 at 11 a.m. on the east corner of Francis Avenue and Britton Road, led by Mayor David Holt.
The boardwalk at Route 66 Park has reopened just in time for the lead-up to Route 66’s 100th anniversary. Oklahoma City Parks and Recreation staff completed a full rebuild of the wetlands path, restoring the attraction after a three-year closure.
A new 3.3-mile bike lane is now open in Northeast Oklahoma City, offering cyclists a safer and more convenient way to navigate the area. The route connects the Capitol View, Springlake and Culbertson neighborhoods with key local resources, including Metro Tech’s Springlake Campus, Homeland grocery store and the MAPS 3 Community Health, Recreation and Wellness Center.
Oklahoma City has earned a spot on Fortune's list of the 50 best places for families to live in the U.S., celebrated for its affordability, family-friendly environment, and diverse recreational opportunities. From its thriving economy to its rich Western heritage and ongoing infrastructure improvements, Oklahoma City has become an attractive destination for those looking to start a career, raise a family, or simply enjoy a high quality of life.
Cyclists from across the country will gather in Edmond on Nov. 6 for a day of events with Cycle 66. More than 700 riders are expected to arrive in time for Sunday’s events, beginning at 8 a.m. Two courses for kids will be included: a one-mile race and a single-loop criterium. For more experienced riders, three routes will be available, consisting of 10 miles, 33 miles or 66 miles. The Crit @ Cycle 66 race will serve as the main event.
While Oklahoma City serves as the center of the state, both as the state capital and by physical location, towns near the city offer their own types of adventure.
