Oklahoma holidays

Oklahoma City and Tulsa are the most famous places to visit in Oklahoma, but driving the Iconic Route 66 right across the state is one of the best ways to explore. Fill up at the Marathon Oil Gasoline Station in Miami, home to the magnificent Coleman Theater. Pass historic houses in Vinita, ornate towers in Foyil’s Totem Pole Park, and the gigantic Blue Whale of Catoosa.

Grab photos at roadside structures like the Rock Café in Stroud, the Old Round Barn in Arcadia, and the calvary post of Fort Reno. Pause in Weatherford and see the Stafford Air & Space Museum and the Heartland of America Museum before moving on to the Oklahoma Route 66 Museum in Clinton and the National Route 66 Museum in Elk City. Away from the highway, put on your hiking boots and wander incredible wilderness in the Wichita Mountains, Beavers Bend, Chickasaw, Natural Falls, and more.

If you’re looking for a warm welcome in Oklahoma, the ‘Big Friendly’ is the place to go. Oklahoma City, or OKC as the locals call it, is a vibrant state capital with a lively atmosphere and endless attractions to enjoy. Make a beeline for Bricktown where you can shop, eat, party, see a ball game, or take a boat tour on the river and canals winding through. Families will love Oklahoma City Zoo, the interactive exhibits at Science Museum Oklahoma, and the thrill rides at Frontier City.

Soak up tales of the past at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, the Oklahoma History Center, and the bone-filled Museum of Osteology. Dip into culture and creativity at the Oklahoma City Museum of Art, or amble through the natural oasis of Myriad Botanical Gardens.

Spend 24 hours in Tulsa and discover a walkable city with beautiful architecture, kerbside cafés, and a rich history of art, music, and oil. See works from around the world in the Italian Renaissance-style villa now serving at the Philbrook Museum of Art, immerse yourself in the old American West at the Gilcrease Museum, or get to know Oklahoma’s most celebrated songwriter at the Woody Guthrie Center.

Nature days are easy at Tulsa Zoo, the Oklahoma Aquarium, and the Tulsa Botanic Garden. Or take a daytrip to meet free-roaming bison, elk, and longhorn at the Woolaroc Museum & Wildlife Preserve. After dark, head to ONEOK Field and watch a Tulsa Drillers baseball game, catch a show at the Tulsa Performing Arts Center or Cain's Ballroom, or grab drinks and food in the Blue Dome District. Before you leave, be sure to snap a photo at The Cave House.

Every season has its charm in Oklahoma where the summers are hot and the winters are cold. May to September sees long hours of sunshine with average temperatures moving between 25°C and 30°C, or even warmer in the southerly areas. Even the coldest months of December and January are generally mild in the cities but temperatures can drop close to freezing in some areas. Despite the chill, Christmas displays around the state can make this a magical time to visit.

Outdoor enthusiasts, such as those planning to hike in the Wichita Mountains, will find pleasant days most of the year but spring and autumn often offer the best conditions. State fairs are held in September and October while hot-air balloon festivals occur from August to October and sometimes during April. Ask our Travel Specialists for specific dates this year.