Archive: Area of Interest: For Kids
Wildlife fans of all ages are invited to celebrate World Dog Day at the Oklahoma City Zoo on Friday, August 26, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. World Day Day events, sponsored locally by Bob Moore Subaru, aim to raise awareness and bring attention to the critically endangered African painted dogs. The OKC... Read More
Swing out to the Oklahoma City Zoo to help orangutans. Join the OKC Zoo and Bob Moore Subaru on World Orangutan Day, Friday, August 19 to learn what you can to help in protecting this amazing species and its habitat. Sumatran orangutans are listed as critically endangered in the wild. Globally, 60... Read More
Enjoy a little summer adventure with free general admission to the Oklahoma City Zoo! The OKC Zoo is offering free general admission on select weekday afternoons from Monday, August 1 through Friday, August 19, from noon to 2 p.m. each day. This offer applies to all guests–adults, seniors and... Read More
The Oklahoma City Zoo, in partnership with the Association of Zoos and Aquariums and International Elephant Conservation partners, is celebrating Asian Elephant Awareness Month in August. This global effort aims to raise awareness of the plight Asian elephants are facing, and inspire the public to... Read More
Take a break from the heat and visit the Oklahoma City Zoo early! The OKC Zoo is adjusting its summer hours to allow guests to visit earlier to connect with wildlife and wild places. Now through Wednesday, August 31, Zoo hours will be 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily with the last entry no later than 2 p.m.... Read More
Meet up with friends on the third Tuesday of the month, April through September, within a safe community space at the Friess Family Playground. During these playdates, friendships will form, a community will develop and conversations will take place while children engage with each other and explore... Read More
From painted totem poles to bentwood boxes northwest coast artwork is known across the world. Its unique style and beautiful colors communicate stories, teach family histories, offer protection, describe divine creatures and showcase the wealth of community leaders. Opening in August 2022, this... Read More
Tinkerfest is a daylong celebration of curiosity and creativity. Free to the community, this event gives individuals the opportunity to get hands-on experience learning how things work. Past tinkering activities have spanned from disassembling cars, candle making, creating music, podcast... Read More
Ground Control to Major Tom. You have been selected to train for an intergalactic mission. Training objectives include simulated missions, proper handling of space artifacts and rocket launch testing.
SMO21 is your ticket to an adult night at the museum! With cocktails, music and experiments... Read More
Bring your telescopes and set up in the parking lot as we stargaze and explore the Oklahoma sky! Don't have a telescope? SMO Planetarium staff and The Oklahoma City Astronomy Club will be on hand with telescopes to guide you. The Science Shop will also be open for those who want to purchase a... Read More
