Weekly Events Calendar, June 6-12, 2022

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.

Get footloose and fancy free when Celtic Throne brings the magic of Irish step dance to Edmond. Photo by Reese Zoellner

Irish Eyes

Those planning to attend Celtic Throne this week should prepare by pre-blinking their eyes for at least a few hours before entering Armstrong Auditorium in Edmond for the show because no one wants to miss even a millisecond of these too-fast-to-believe artists as they explore the ancient origins of Irish step dancing to a musical score by Brian Byrne. June 6. Tickets, $25-$50. armstrongauditorium.org

A is for A Lot Of Fun

Are your kids already bored with all the free time summer allows? Activate them with a visit to the Myriad Botanical Gardens for the Children’s Garden Festival. This year’s theme is “A is for Art” and all the little artists can celebrate with larger-than-life displays and vignettes from classic kids books The Day the Crayons Quit, Harold and the Purple Crayon, The Dot, and Aaron Slater, Illustrator, as well as plenty of fun activities that change daily. June 6-12. Admission, $8. myriadgardens.org

Enjoy story time, art exploration, and more at the Myriad Botanical Garden's Children's Garden Festival in Oklahoma City. Photo by Doug Hoke

Never Too Old To Learn

In the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, Chautauquas were a form of adult education that brought together art, education, entertainment, and more. While they may not be as well known today, the Tulsa Chautauqua at the Tulsa Historical Society & Museum is still going strong. This year’s theme is Surviving the Sixties: Sex, Drugs and Rock 'n' Roll and five talented scholars will help bring the subject to life for an entertaining and educational event. June 7-11. Admission, free. tulsachautauqua.org

Gear Up

Fans of motorized vehicular transport will find much to delight the senses at the annual Hogs ‘n’ Hot Rods event in Collinsville. Whether you prefer the two- or four-wheeled variety of conveyance, come show off your pride and joy or just come stare at somebody else’s gorgeous vintage motorbikes, cars, and trucks. There are inflatables to keep the kids entertained and lots of tasty food from vendors when your tank is empty. June 11. Admission, free. facebook.com/hogsnhotrodscville

Grab life by the cone as the Chandler Ice Cream Festival returns for another year of free ice cream and entertainment. Photo courtesy Pixabay

Those Are Happy Screams

Something magical happens when sugar, dairy, and freezing cold temperatures meet atop a cone. Experience it for yourself at the Chandler Ice Cream Festival, which is held each year in honor of the Hiland Dairy plant. Free ice cream, free carnival rides, and free entertainment from live musicians awaits in Tilghman Park. You think the family screams loud for ice cream? Imagine how loud they’ll be if you miss this. June 11. Admission, free. chandlerareachamberok.com

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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.