As of the writing of this article, Halloween is only a week away! If you haven’t found a great costume yet, then now is the time to get moving! Below are three great Halloween costume ideas based on the great state of Oklahoma that can be worn by children or adults. Cowboy Cowboys play an important part in Oklahoma’s history. Even today, Oklahoma City is home to the National Cowboy & Western History Museum. What better way to celebrate that part of Oklahoma’s history and culture than to don an authentic cowboy look? Put on some cowboy boots and a... Continue reading
School has started back up, it’s getting a little chillier out, and the leaves are changing colors. Fall is in the air, even if it might not be on the calendar yet. One of the best things about fall has to be all of the seasonal activities. Some of the best activities surround the famous fall favorite– pumpkins! Keep reading to learn about pumpkin-related events and treats! Pumpkin Patch Oklahoma is famous for having farmland as far as the eye can see. It only makes sense that some of these farmers would use their fertile soil to grow pumpkins. Some... Continue reading
Did you know that Hispanic Heritage Month starts in September? Oddly enough, it doesn’t start on September 1, but on the 15th. It then continues through October 15th. According to the 2020 census, almost 500,000 people in Oklahoma are Hispanic! With Oklahoma only having about 4 million people total, that means about 1 in every 8 Okies are Hispanic! What better reason to celebrate their heritage? Below are some great ideas you can use to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. Visit the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum The National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum in Oklahoma City is hosting a... Continue reading
International Museum Day falls on May 18th this year, making Spring the perfect time to get out of the house and explore your local museums. While not many museums in the state are hosting special events for the holiday, there are several museums that are hosting free events throughout May 2023. Below are some of the museum programs any adult or family can check out free of charge. Fort Smith Regional Art Museum RAM Saturdays The Fort Smith Regional Art Museum has art events all year long. Every Saturday from noon to three, (with exceptions to holidays and emergency closures)... Continue reading
Labor Day is coming up on Monday, September 5. Even though the holiday falls on a weekday, there are still plenty of fun things to do all around the state. Whether you want to go to an actual Labor Day celebration or do something else, one of these three events is sure to have something you will like. Henryetta Labor Day Celebration Downtown Henryetta is hosting its annual Labor Day celebration again this year. A parade kicks off the day and fireworks end it. Between these two events, you can enjoy a car show, play games, win prizes, and check... Continue reading
July is full of family-related holidays. On July 24th, it was National Parents day. This holiday inspired us to write all about some other upcoming family-related holidays. While these holidays are lesser-known than Mother’s or Father’s Day, they are still worth a celebration. So, treat your special family member to something fun this July. Uncle and Aunt Day Uncle and Aunt Day falls on July 26th. One of the best ways to celebrate this holiday is to simply spend time with your relatives. Organizing a family reunion, backyard barbeque, or family-tree-making event are all great ideas. Then again, you can... Continue reading