RED EARTH ART CENTER The Red Earth Art Center celebrates Native American culture through its museum, gallery and annual events. Located in OKC, the center houses a permanent collection of more than 1,000 pieces of traditional and contemporary art, including pottery, basketry, textiles and beadwork. Each year, the Red Earth Festival brings together artists and dancers from across the country. The festival features a juried art show and a vibrant powwow that honors the state’s deep Native American roots. Whether you're exploring the gallery or attending the festival, Red Earth offers a meaningful connection to Oklahoma’s Indigenous heritage.
OKLAHOMA CITY ARTS FESTIVALS
OKC comes alive with creativity each year through three major arts festivals that celebrate local culture, national talent and community spirit. Each April, the Festival of the Arts transforms downtown into a hub of imagination and expression. Held since 1967, it’s one of the largest and most successful arts festivals in the country. The event features hundreds of artists from across the U.S., along with live performances and a wide range of food offerings from some of the metro’s top restaurants. Over Memorial Day weekend, head just north of downtown to the Paseo Arts Festival. Set in the historic Paseo Arts District, the festival winds through original Spanish-style buildings that now house more than 20 galleries and over 80 working artists. In addition to visual art, you’ll find live music, food, art schools, boutiques and restaurants tucked throughout the neighborhood. In October, the Plaza District Festival fills NW 16th Street, between Classen Boulevard and Pennsylvania Avenue, with music, murals and modern art. The district’s creative energy is on full display with local art booths, performances and the ever-evolving Plaza Walls mural gallery. Food trucks and neighborhood restaurants keep the energy going all weekend long. No matter the season, OKC’s art festivals offer a great way to explore the city, meet local artists and enjoy the creative heartbeat of the community. HISTORY & HERITAGE With more than 125 years of stories, OKC has a past shaped by both tragedy and triumph. From its overnight founding ABetterLifeOKC.com 21
ACM@UCO A partnership between the University of Central Oklahoma and the Academy of Contemporary Music in London, ACM@ UCO offers a one-of-a-kind music education in the heart of OKC. Students learn from experienced musicians, producers and music industry professionals. The program also features master classes led by major artists across genres—from rock and pop to gospel and country. Located in the Bricktown Entertainment District, ACM@UCO sits at the intersection of music history and modern creativity. Even the streets here honor local rock legends, giving the area its own rhythm and identity. Whether you're pursuing a career in music or just want to experience the scene, Bricktown's energy—and ACM’s influence—are impossible to miss. MCKNIGHT CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS Opened in October 2019 with a performance by the New York Philharmonic, the McKnight Center for the Performing Arts is a world-class venue located on the OSU campus in Stillwater. Since its debut, the center has welcomed an impressive lineup of musicians, touring productions and cultural performances. After a brief pause, it resumed full programming during the 2021–22 season and continues to attract top talent from around the world. Check out the 2025-26 season lineup and upcoming events at mcknightcenter.org.
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