LAST LOOK
5 FREE family fun ideas by season BY ERIN PAGE . PHOTOS PROVIDED.
Nothing says iconic OKC summertime like an outdoor concert or movie . Parks in Edmond, Yukon, Moore, Norman and Midwest City, the Myriad Gardens and Scissortail Park all host free music and flicks all summer long. Find out what’s playing near you at metrofamilymagazine.com/outdoor-movies-concerts.
Since Oklahoma’s birthday happens to be in November, the fall months are a perfect time to learn more about the state we call home. At the Oklahoma Hall of
Fame , learn about the remarkable people who’ve helped shape Oklahoma — and enjoy free family programming at the annual Fall Y’all celebration. At the Oklahoma State Capitol
Museum , where admission is always free, get a peek inside the work of the state government and the history of the stately Capitol building.
When the weather outside is frightful in the winter months, take the family fun (and learning!) indoors. Marvel at the beautiful Dale Chihuly glass at the Oklahoma City Museum of Art (where admission is always free for ages 17 and under). Find all metro area museums offering free admission at metrofamilymagazine.com/free-museums-in-okc.
Welcome warmer spring weather at Oklahoma Contemporary’s Second Saturdays . On the second Saturday of each month year-round, families can enjoy hands-on art projects, listen to live performances and take a tour of the galleries. Second Saturday programming and admission to Oklahoma Contemporary are always free. Continue your art appreciation by going on a scavenger hunt to find public art around the metro — download a PDF to take on your hunt at metrofamilymagazine.com/street- art-scavenger-hunt.
The Metropolitan Library System and Pioneer Library System offer free family fun year-round. Take part in a reading challenge or arts programming, enjoy story times for toddlers and find creative programming for tweens and teens. PHOTO: CLIPS N HIPS DANCERS PERFORM VIA PIONEER LIBRARY SYSTEM.
BONUS: Find our popular list of 50 things to do for $5 or less for each season of the year at metrofamilymagazine.com/ cost-saving-entertainment-in-okc.
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