Weekly Events Calendar June 29-July 5, 2020

Events are subject to change or cancellation. Please call or contact the event organizers before going.

Each week, Oklahoma Today staffers comb through their calendars to find a handful of great events happening across the state. Get out! See Oklahoma! And be sure to let us know what you find, either here or on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at @oklahomatoday.

Drink a Chubby Green Unicorn (a cucumber melon cocktail) while learning about one of the Oklahoma City Zoo’s conservation partners, International Rhino Foundation, and the work they are doing to protect wild rhino populations in Asia and Africa during Sip & Stroll. Photo by Oklahoma City Zoo

Conservation Relaxation

Every Thursday evening through August 13 is Sip & Stroll at the Oklahoma City Zoo and Botanical Garden. This 21-and-older event allows attendees to enjoy an evening walk through the zoo with some liquid refreshments along the way. Six “watering holes” throughout the park include beverages inspired by animals around the world, as well as information on the zoo’s global conservation partnerships. Pre-purchase a drinks passport to enjoy all of the cocktails or purchase them, along with a selection of beers, wines, mixed drinks, sodas, and water, individually. July 2. Tickets, $17-$44. okczoo.org

Bust a Move

If only all firsts were this enjoyable. The first Friday of every month, Mustang’s Parks & Recreation Department hosts Friday Night Hip Hop for dancers of all skill levels ages 13 years and older. Learn a choreographed dance and get your exercise on at this hip-hop dance party. July 3. Admission, Free. (405) 376-1297 or facebook.com

Enjoy cars of every make and model at the Inaugural City of Choctaw Car Show. Photo by Vincent Ciro

Rev-olution

Calling all cars! Calling all cars! And trucks! Really, calling all kinds of automobiles! Vroom on down to the Inaugural City of Choctaw Car Show to view vehicles of every make and model. Or, for a $20 entry fee, enter your very own Lightning McQueen for a chance to win one of the “Best Of” awards. For those less-obsessed with motorized vehicles, the show also includes a carnival, food trucks, disc golf, fireworks, bumper cars, and more at Choctaw Creek Park. July 4. Admission, Free. facebook.com

Fire Away

Lift your eyes up to a night sky filled with colors for Independence Day. Hochatown’s Volunteer Fire Department hosts 4th of July Fireworks at Lake Pine Retreat. Parking begins at 6 p.m. and the hour-long fireworks show begins at 9:45 p.m. July 4. Admission, Free. facebook.com

"Celtic Throne" at Armstrong Auditorium brings the history of Irish dance to life. Photo courtesy Armstrong Auditorium

Irish Royalty

Lords, ladies, and even us commoners are welcome at Edmond’s Armstrong Auditorium for Celtic Throne—The Royal Journey of Irish Dance. Herbert W. Armstrong College and Armstrong School of Dance dancers will perform to Golden Globe-nominated composer Brian Byrne’s new musical score. This show will steep audiences in the ancient origins of Irish step dance, celebrating the journey of music-and-dance-loving people as they migrate around the world. July 5. Tickets, $10-$25. armstrongauditorium.org

Written By

Greg Elwell

Greg Elwell served as research editor and web editor of Oklahoma Today from 2018-2023. He also has worked for newspapers, medical research organizations, and government institutions.