Friday, Dec. 5
–Justin Timberlake’s The 20/20 Experience: 8 p.m. at the Chesapeake Energy Arena. Watch one of America’s most famous performers live on stage in a one-night-only spectacular. Tickets can be purchased online.
–Paseo Arts District First Friday Gallery Walk: 6-10 p.m. in the Paseo District. Visit 17 galleries featuring the work of over 60 local artisans. New show openings and new works are showcased at each event. For more information, visit the website.
–Free Water Taxi Rides: 6-9:30 p.m. Thursdays through Sundays till Dec. 28. 111 Mickey Mantle Dr. Enjoy a cruise down the Bricktown Canal and take in the beautiful lights and decorations set up by the Downtown Business Improvement District. Rides are free and open to the public. Visit the website for more information.
–Lyric Theatre’s A Christmas Carol: check the website for specific dates and times; runs through Dec. 27 at the Lyric Theatre. Now in its fourth year, this Oklahoma Christmas spectacular tells the spectacular story of Scrooge, Tiny Tim, and other unforgettable characters in a lavish production on the Lyric Theatre stage. Tickets are $40.
Saturday, Dec. 6
–OKC Philharmonic’s The Christmas Show: 2 p.m and 8 p.m. at the Civic Center Music Hall. This Yuletide variety show includes singers, dancers, comedy numbers, and favorite carols, all accompanied by the incredible orchestrations of the OKC Philharmonic. Tickets range from $16-$65, and can be purchased on their website.
–Santa’s Adventures on the Oklahoma River: 1-8 p.m. at the Chesapeake Boathouse. Experience adventures of the Christmas variety, including SandRidge Santa Zip,Rumble Drop (an 80 foot free fall), North Pole Climb (climb to the North Pole on the SandRidge Sky Trail, then zoom down the 72-foot slide), Snow Bounce, Candy Cane Rock Wall, and the Rudolph’s Launch trampoline. Prices vary. Visit the website for more info.
–Oklahoma City Train Show: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. at State Fair Park. This celebration of locatives large and small will feature exhibits, video presentations, vendors, lectures, and a large number of operating railroads in over 80,000 square feet of exhibition space. Admission is $10. More info can be found on the website.
–Skirvin Hilton Events–Holiday High Tea: 2:30-4:30 p.m. at the Skirvin Hotel Oklahoma City. Enjoy a fancy high tea in the traditional English style with a festive holiday flair at the Park Avenue Grill of the most decked out hotel in town. Reservations are required, and prices vary. Visit the website for more information.
Sunday, Dec. 7
–Tran-siberian Orchestra Live: 3 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. at the Chesapeake Energy Center. Join the world-reknowned electric orchestra as they play a show of holiday favorites, featuring lasers, light shows, and an arena-style rock show fit for the family. Tickets can be purchased at Ticketmaster.
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