Community Calendar

Learn about some of the hardest-working insects in our ecosystems. Decomposing insects have an important job breaking down organic material—including plant matter, animal carcasses, and waste.

Even though their work might be gross to you, they keep our world beautiful. Learn about these creatures and meet an animal ambassador or two.

Take your museum visit to the next level—literally! Starting on June 7, spend your Saturday mornings on the OKCMOA Roof Terrace, a scenic spot to vibe and take in the sights and sounds of downtown Oklahoma City. Enjoy locally sourced pastries and refreshing drinks available for purchase—the perfect prelude to a day of film and fine art.

Access to the Roof Terrace is included with a film ticket purchase or gallery admission. Simply show your purchase confirmation to the Admission desk, then ride up the elevator!

Members always receive free admission. Not a member? Join today at okcmoa.com/membership.

We’re bringing stories to life with Stories & Specimens at the Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History! In this engaging program, children are invited to gather for a lively story time, where fascinating tales spark curiosity and set the stage for exploration. Each session dives into a themed topic, connecting stories to science and cultural history with museum objects that let kids see, touch, and discover in our interactive Discovery Room. Best of all, Stories & Specimens is included free with museum admission, making it the perfect way for young learners to enjoy interactive storytelling and hands-on exploration all in one visit!

Celebrate the Year of the Horse during Lunar New Year 2026 at Myriad Gardens!
Free and open to the public.

Enjoy vendors, food trucks, and performances including:

Hoshin Dojo – Martial Arts Demonstration
China Roses – Chinese Folk Dance
Kung Fu San Soo OKC – Kung Foo Demonstration
Hung Viet Lion Dancers – Lion Dance Performance
Burmese Community Dance / Sang Rem – Burmese Folk Dance
X2C Crew – KPop Dance Group

Rascal Flatts drummer Jim Riley has previously won best Drum clinician by the Readers Modern Drummer Magazine. Jim has toured the world and shares his expertise with his clinic attendees. This clinic will include giveaways, Q and A as well as a meet and greet and autograph opportunity. Clinic date is Saturday February 21st at 11:00 AM. For more info call NMI at (405) 725-2322.

Discover, play, and create at the Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art during our Spotlight event series. Wish You Were Here invites visitors of all ages to drop in and enjoy hands-on art-making and activities inspired by Nicolai Fechin: An Artistic Journey, a special exhibition featuring portraits and landscapes shaped by the artist’s travels.

Pack your bags and set off on a museum adventure! Design and send a postcard from your favorite destination, listen to sounds that transport you around the world, and create art that celebrates friendship from coast to coast.

The Spotlight event series is made possible thanks to the generous support of the Norman Arts Council.

Included with museum admission. Free for children and teens, 17 and under. General admission for adults is $12.

Registration closes on February 18.

Explore the connection between dinosaurs and modern birds. Through fun, interactive, hands-on activities, we will discover how some dinosaurs took to the skies! This program is suited for ages 5 and up.

Cost: $30 parent/child pair; $15 for each additional child and $10 for each additional adult in a group. We kindly ask that each adult supervise no more than 2 children.

Once again, OKCMOA is excited to host the Oscar®-Nominated Short Films! This is your chance to watch all five of this year’s Best Animated Short Film nominees—and a shortlisted bonus film—on the big screen and predict the winners. Additional dates and showtimes coming soon!

Get ready for the ultimate feel-good celebration of the women who rocked the world before the world was ready. Step into the 1960s—where flower power ruled, bold fashion turned heads, and the hairstyles reached for the sky. This electrifying show follows six women coming of age in a decade defined by music, rebellion, and empowerment. Featuring iconic hits like: “It’s My Party,” “Be My Baby,” “Where the Boys Are,” “Proud Mary,” “Me and Bobby McGee” and legendary hits by Petula Clark, Diana Ross and The Supremes, Janis Joplin, and many more! Experience Lyric’s high-energy, heart-filled tribute to the powerhouse artists who paved the way.

Mozart’s opera La Clemenza di Tito unfolds in a world of politics, betrayal, and mercy. With a libretto by Caterino Mazzola after Pietro Metastasio, this production is led by Jonathan Shames and Nicole Kenley-Miller. The story follows the benevolent Emperor Tito as he faces a coup orchestrated by Vitellia, daughter of the former emperor, who manipulates Tito’s loyal friend Sesto into leading the revolt. As the Capitol burns and alliances crumble, Tito must decide whether his reign, and his capacity for forgiveness, can endure. Single tickets go on sale February 4, 2026.