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From tree lighting to gentle yoga, OKC Parks has something for everyone this holiday season
The Holiday Season will come alive at Will Rogers Gardens, 3400 NW 36th St., on Sunday, Nov. 26, for the holiday tree lighting ceremony. From 4-7 p.m. enjoy live music, food trucks, carriage rides and a special guest, OKC Thunder’s Rumble!
11/22/2023 11:18 AM
OKC’s first parking-protected bike lanes under construction in NE OKC
Construction began this week on the City’s first parking-protected bike lane. The lane will be built on Lottie Avenue from NE 13th Street to NE 23rd Street. The parking-protected bike lane is a part of a larger bike lane project that will soon be under construction.
11/21/2023 2:20 PM
Thanksgiving holiday weekend schedule
Thanksgiving Day (Thursday, Nov. 23): No trash or recycling pickup. Makeup day Saturday, Nov. 25. Bulky waste pickup not affected. EMBARK buses on a weekend schedule. OKC Streetcar on a regular schedule. Free fares for both.
11/20/2023 1:31 PM
Veterans Day holiday schedule
The Veterans Day holiday schedule for City of OKC services is below: Veterans Day (observed Friday, Nov. 10) Trash and recycling collection as usual. EMBARK buses and OKC Streetcar on a regular schedule Nov. 10. Free fares for both on Saturday, Nov. 11.
11/07/2023 8:42 AM
Archery, hikes and more planned in OKC Parks Oct. 21
Take a walk on the wild side at Martin Nature Park at 9 a.m. on Oct. 21. Our seasoned naturalists will guide you and your child through the beautiful landscape of Martin Park, where you’ll experience the wonders of nature and learn about our native wildlife.
10/17/2023 2:16 PM
OKC to host hiring event for customer service and front-line jobs Oct. 19
The one-stop hiring event will be downtown at 420 W. Main St between 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. on Oct. 19. Adults looking for full-time careers in the Airports, Parks and Utilities departments are invited to interview for grounds and waterline maintenance positions.
10/13/2023 11:57 AM
From a haunted house to a fish hatchery open house, OKC Parks and Rec has something for everyone this weekend
Check out these weekend events hosted by the Oklahoma City Parks & Recreation Department. OKC Parks has something for everyone. H.B. Parsons Fish Hatchery, located at 10940 N. Meridian Ave., is holding its open house Oct. 14 at 10 a.m.
10/12/2023 12:00 PM
2023 resident survey shows OKC is setting the national standard as a place to live, work and retire
Satisfaction with Oklahoma City as a place to live, work, raise children, visit and retire is significantly above the national average according to results from the City’s annual survey administered in July by surveyor, ETC Institute.
10/10/2023 11:14 AM
Looking for something fun this weekend? OKC Parks and Rec has something for everyone
The Willa D. Johnson Recreation Center, 909 Fredrick Douglas Ave., is hosting our fall film series with “Sing 2” on Friday, Oct. 6, at 6:30 p.m. This event is free for the entire family. Martin Park’s Rise and Shine Kayaking adventure will be held Saturday, Oct. 7, at 9 a.m.
10/04/2023 4:18 PM
OKC Parks hiring lifeguards for indoor aquatic centers
The Oklahoma City Parks and Recreation Department is hiring 25 lifeguards to work year-round at the indoor Family Aquatic Center located at the newly opened Willa D. Johnson Recreation Center, 909 Frederick Douglass Ave., and the hybrid fitness pool at the Pete White Health and Wellness Center.
08/30/2023 3:32 PM
Oklahoma City Parks & Recreation invites the public to Greenway River Trail ribbon cutting
Everyone is welcome to attend the ceremony on Aug. 22 at 9 a.m., held directly west of the Chesapeake Finish Line Tower, 606 Riversport Dr. Public parking is available in the lots between South Lincoln Boulevard and Riversport Drive.
08/18/2023 3:59 PM
OKC seeks input on updated cycling and pedestrian master plan
Oklahoma City residents and trail users are invited to give their feedback on proposed updates to the City’s comprehensive bike and pedestrian plan, bikewalkokc. People can visit okc.gov/bikewalkokc to read the 137-page draft plan and submit comments through Sept. 15.
08/15/2023 7:55 AM
From youth fishing to adaptive recreation classes, OKC Parks has something for everyone
Your Oklahoma City Parks & Recreation Department has you covered for fun activities the entire family will enjoy. If you want to beat the heat, OKC Parks has three Family Aquatic Centers around the City. With over 70,000 visitors annually, your neighbors are cooling off this weekend, too.
07/28/2023 4:13 PM
Looking for something fun this weekend? OKC Parks & Rec has something for everyone
Oklahoma City Parks & Recreation has launched a new campaign with the goal of raising awareness about its wide range of diverse programs. OKC Parks has something for everyone! Go to okc.gov/parks and click on programs to find a program for you.
07/19/2023 3:29 PM
OKC Parks brings musical ‘Godspell’ to outdoor amphitheater
Oklahoma City Parks & Recreation brings the Broadway hit “Godspell” to the Will Rogers Park Amphitheater in Will Rogers Park, 3400 N Portland Ave. Exit Pat Murphy Drive from North Portland Avenue or North Grand Boulevard. The show runs from 8-10 p.m. July 5-9.
06/30/2023 3:44 PM
Oklahoma City opens first recreation center in over 40 years, hosts grand opening July 15
The community is invited to attend the grand opening for the Willa D. Johnson Recreation Center, 909 Fredrick Douglass Ave., from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. July 15. The $17.5 million state-of-the-art recreation center is named after former Ward 7 Councilwoman Willa D. Johnson.
06/20/2023 10:26 AM
Oklahoma City Parks hosts “Family Tree” Golf Tournament on Father’s Day weekend
Golfers of all ages and skill levels are invited to celebrate Father’s Day weekend with their families by playing in Oklahoma City’s Parks Department’s first multigenerational golf tournament at Lake Hefner Golf Club, 4491 Lake Hefner Dr., on Saturday, June 17.
06/05/2023 2:36 PM
OKC Parks to hold open casting call for ‘Godspell’ April 28-29
Oklahoma City Parks & Recreation is proud to produce another Broadway hit “Godspell,” a musical by John-Michael Tebelak. An opening casting call* will be held April 28- 29 at the Taylor Recreation Center, 1115 SW 70th St
04/17/2023 4:21 PM
OKC Parks hosts annual Daddy Daughter Dance April 22
Dads and daughters are invited to dance the night away at the Oklahoma City Parks and Recreation Department’s annual Daddy Daughter Dance Saturday, April 22, at Sky Rink in Scissortail Park, 801 S. Robinson Ave.
04/14/2023 8:27 AM
Sail of USS Oklahoma City hopes to dock along Oklahoma River
Today, Oklahoma City Council approved a memorandum of understanding with the Oklahoma City Riverfront Redevelopment Authority and the USS Oklahoma City Park Association to design and construct a commemorative display featuring nautical items from the USS Oklahoma City (SSN-723) submarine and the USS
04/11/2023 11:24 AM