The Greater Oklahoma City Chamber announces the selection of Shaun Yates as the new senior vice president of tourism development. As SVP, Yates will have a significant role in leading the Visit Oklahoma City (Visit OKC) work, which is a key priority of the Greater OKC Chamber.
The people powering Oklahoma City’s visitor economy took center stage in early May as named its 2026 Hometown Heroes during an awards ceremony at The Jones Assembly.
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.
Exploring Oklahoma City this spring and summer just got easier with the release of Visit OKC’s 2026 Spring/Summer Pocket Guide.
Ever found yourself trying to answer, “So… what should I do in Oklahoma City?” Whether it’s a visiting friend, a new coworker or even someone exploring the city for the first time, having a go-to list of recommendations can make all the difference.
As we reflect on 2025, Oklahoma City experienced more than our fair share of newness, including the opening of OKANA Indoor Resort & Waterpark, the first season of the OKC Comets, Perle Mesta and a stunning renovation of the Skirvin Hilton, plus the Lively Hotel and a bevy of stylish dining and retail options at the OAK
Visit Oklahoma City is inviting local businesses and hospitality professionals to take part in its free OKC Insider Destination Training program. The goal is to give anyone who interacts with visitors the confidence and tools to share what OKC has to offer.
Originally an industrial and warehouse district, Bricktown has transformed over the last few decades into one of Oklahoma City’s most visited neighborhoods.
