Science Museum Oklahoma, the state's only hands-on science museum, is debuting a new holiday experience, Winter WonderLab, on December 21-23 from 6-9 p.m. This immersive event offers a fun and interactive way for families to celebrate the season with science-based activities.
As Oklahoma City continues to grow, expanding public transportation infrastructure is becoming more important. RAPID NW, the region’s first bus rapid transit service, marked its first anniversary this week and is already playing a key role in meeting the city’s growing transit needs. Serving more than 450,000 riders in its first year, RAPID NW is designed to connect major areas of the city, including workplaces, shopping centers, medical facilities, and entertainment spots.
Echo and Russell Westbrook Enterprises (RWE) are making a significant eight-figure investment in Oklahoma City’s sports and entertainment industries. Their partnership centers on the MAPS 4 Multipurpose Stadium and an entertainment district, set to transform over 40 acres near downtown OKC.
With the holidays rounding the corner, now is the perfect time to embrace the spirit of giving and support the core of our community – local businesses. For this Small Business Saturday (11/29/24), consider skipping the big box stores and malls to discover the unique, one-of-a-kind gems scattered across our vibrant city.
Oklahoma City’s Western heritage remains a strong influence, with cowboy culture visible in events, museums, and the Stockyards City district. While staying true to its roots, the city is becoming more cosmopolitan, thanks to a growing dining and entertainment scene.
In a major follow-up to developments surrounding the future of professional soccer and an exciting entertainment district coming to downtown Oklahoma City, an advisory committee has now been established to help shape a representative vision for the community. The OKC for Soccer Committee, announced last week, includes 33 influential civic, business, sports and cultural leaders from the region.
In 2022, Oklahoma City’s historic Jewel Theater announced plans for a restoration and reconstruction project, setting the stage for its future reopening. Funded by the Mellon Foundation, the theater received a $1 million grant to preserve its rich cultural heritage and continue its legacy of community engagement and programming.
As the Oklahoma City Thunder prepares to kick off another exciting season, our community has plenty to look forward to, both on and off the court. Dan Mahoney, vice president of broadcasting and corporate communications, shared key highlights at a recent event, emphasizing new amenities that enhance the game night experience at Paycom Center.
