Annual arts fest on memorial weekend. It's usually jammin but was down a touch with the possibility…read moreof rain which did not come so it was starting to get busy when we left. They have several musical stages set up on each end with local talent. I will say neither end stage had great entertainment while we were there but it was a place to sit in the shade. All kinds of food and drink vendor booths as well as many talented artists. Photography, pottery, painting, mixed media and just about anything you might be interested in. Prices are what you would see at most art feats. Lots of people with dogs which is fine except the concrete and blacktop sure gets hot for them. It is really a nice fest.

Review #66 Annual…read morePaseo Arts Festival Location: Paseo Arts District, 3022 Paseo, OKC, OK 73103 Dates/Times: Memorial Day weekend: 2019: Sat, 25 May through Mon, 27 May Arts/Food: Sat & Sun: 10am-8pm Mon: 10am-5pm Music: Sat & Sun: 1030am-10pm Mon: 1015am-5pm Children's Area: Sat & Sun: 11am-6pm Mon: 11am-5pm Parking/Shuttle: Free Handicap & motorcycle parking are to the NE corner at 30th & Dewey. Parking & Shuttle at First Christian Church at NW 36th Street & N. Walker. There will only be one shuttle bus running on a continuous basis. The drop off & pickup location is at NW 30th Street & Dewey/Paseo. Shuttle hours below: Sat/Sun: 10am-10pm Mon: 10am-6pm Music/Stages: North Stage: 30th Street & N. Lee South Stage: 28th Street & N. Walker Ave Plunge Stage: Dewey Ave/Paseo There are 10 performances planned for both the N and S stages on Sat and Sun. On Mon there are 6 planned for both stages. The Plunge Stage will have performances, like comedians, only on Sat. Artists: There are about 24 tents in the N area, 57 tents in the middle area, and 17 in the S area. So there should be around 98 artists tents. Artwork presented will be ceramics, Wood, sculptures, photography, paintings, 2D, 3D, jewelry, glass, and fiber. The Paseo Arts Festival is a nationally juried arts festival, shown by the tents with the lime green flags. Food/Drinks: The Food Court and Seating Area are at 29th Street & Paseo, and shaded seating will be in the west end. There are about 15 food tents. Drink tents will be stationed in various sections to the north, middle, and south areas. There are 2 wine vendors, a few beer tents, lemonade drinks, water, tea, and soft drinks. Children's Art Area: S at 29th Street & Paseo. Arts and crafts for children are free. There will also be a face painter. Facilities: Festival HQ: N end @ 3022 Paseo. Lost and found, emergency services, police, and EMSA. Bathrooms: Porta Potties will be located in 3 areas. Information Tent: N in the shuttle drop off area Pets: Service dogs are allowed. All pets need to be leased, but they suggest if it's hot to leave the dogs at home so they won't get too hot walking on the hot concrete. They will have water bowls around the festival and at the beverage tents for pets. ATM: Free/No fee Uber: Uber drop off or pick-up area is either to the north at 30th Street and Lee; or the south end at 28th Street and N Walker. Posted on Sat, 25 May 2019

This was a nice tiered amphitheater. Lots of places to put down blankets and see the bands play…read more They do rent collapsible chairs for $5 which is nice. It was August and 105 outside but the trees helped make it feel cooler. Bathrooms are air conditioned and have lots of stalls for women. The biggest downside is the walk to and from the parking lot. It's a bit far if you're older or have health problems especially on hot days. They do offer a shuttle but the line was very long and in the sun.

Went to a concert here last night and it is such a unique venue! Be prepared to wait in a line and…read morewear comfy shoes. I was really impressed with how fast the security line moved and with how many staff members were stationed around helping people get to their seats. There were several bathrooms located around so I didn't have to wait long to go. They had a few food vendors inside but I am under the impression they change for each show. At times when the performer had the audience captivated in a story you could hear frogs or something surrounding the area and it was pretty magical. 10/10! Neat place! (Please be careful when leaving. Concert go-ers running into middle of street & no police assistance to help traffic flow!) The seating here is different. There's a pit close to stage (standing only), several rows of actual seats and then GA is blanket (BYO) on a hill!

Hadn't been to the Oklahoma Opry since they moved into bricktown. They have teamed up with…read moreUniversity of Central Oklahoma (UCO) at their music school downtown while they are remodeling one of the old warehouse bldgs to be their new home. This is a small venue which was sold out tonight. I seen something that said 200 capacity but tht would be pretty tight I think. Anyway they had it set up with 5 rows across in front of the stage with anywhere from 12-16 chairs per row. They weren't all the same. Then around tht were round bar top height tables with tall chairs(weren't very comfortable IMO). Behind tht was the sound guy and the snack area. Candy, popcorn, side, water, coffee etc. They also were offering a root beer float which I found odd but hey. Why not. Everything was reasonable. Raised up a bit so they could make a profit but not gouging like some places. The acoustics were decent and the sound didn't overpower. They have shows there most Saturday nights with local talent. Parking is usually 10 bucks in most of the lots but there was a concert at the Paycom arena so parking lots don't mind gouging at it was 20 but if you were going to use one of the city lots with their online pay credit float a loan if you are going to be there for awhile.

I've been involved with the Opry for 33 years as a performer and artist development coach, and it's…read morealways been a special place to me. If you're looking for a family-friendly live music experience, you'll enjoy hearing some of the most up-and-coming artists take the stage right here in the heart of Oklahoma. Many well-known musicians have started their journeys on this stage, making it a great place to catch rising talent. Get ready for the next Grand Ole Opry in Oklahoma fashion!

A very well done experience! The theme really throw me back to the 90s and brought a sense of…read morewhimsical nostalgia for me. Every room holds something different and there's so much thought and detail that went into the set up. My family loved it as everything is made to be interactive. They include a scavenger hunt for the kiddos and they really enjoyed it. Definitely worth checking out!

If you enjoy places where you can interact instead of just look, Factory Obscura is an absolute…read moremust-visit in Oklahoma City. We spent about three hours exploring Mix-Tape and still felt like we could have discovered even more. Every room is filled with hidden details, secret passageways, interactive elements, music, lights, and artwork that constantly encourages you to slow down and look a little closer. The experience is whimsical, nostalgic, and surprisingly thought-provoking all at the same time. One of the things I appreciated most was learning about the mission behind Factory Obscura. The exhibit isn't just beautiful--it was created by local artists who are supported for their work. Knowing that the installation continues to evolve with contributions from more than 100 artists made me appreciate every room even more. As a travel photographer, I loved photographing the exhibit. Every corner offered a completely different color palette, texture, or composition. The special diffraction glasses they provide make the lighting even more magical, so don't skip using them while you explore. My advice? Wear comfortable shoes, plan for at least 2-3 hours, and don't rush through it. Open every drawer, look through every little window, touch everything you're allowed to touch, and if you're able, crawl through the hidden passages--you'll discover details most people walk right past. Whether you're traveling with kids, visiting as a couple, hanging out with friends, or exploring solo, Factory Obscura is one of the most creative and memorable attractions we've experienced. It's colorful, imaginative, and unlike anything else in Oklahoma City. We left inspired and would absolutely visit again the next time we're in town.

Opening Weekend Philharmonic Concert at our new Scissortail Park (Sept 2019) proved the high…read morequality and grand competence of our Oklahoma City Philharmonic. Bravo! As I sat on the new lawn, only 100 feet from the new stage and 200 feet from where my mother was born in my grandparents first home in the old city center Czech neighborhood, I admired the clarity, excellent precision, and beautiful sound of the Czech musical program: the Slavonic Dance of Antonin Dvořak, and later the incredibly rich tone poem "Vltava" from Ma Vlast by Bedřich Smetana, lifted me to join their spirits. Our Czech family heritage lives, and Oklahoma City has a jewel it should appreciate more in this Oklahoma City Philharmonic. Maestro Mickelthwaite added his quirky and entertaining leadership and kindly noted that we, the audience, were all sitting on the very heart of the original 1890s Oklahoma City (remember, it was only 3 square miles back then, not the 600 square miles we suffer from today!) And he pointed outward to the west side of the park where the old historic Czech Hall is still standing, ready for the opening of its Beer Garden, and a new program of music for our city and lots of Polka Dancing for our children (ages 2 to 102). And it is the wealth of musical talent and experience from these members of the Oklahoma Philharmonic who will contribute to that new music venue at the Czech Hall of Oklahoma City, Lodge Laska. See more photos at our site: landmarkstrust.org The Czechoslovak Landmarks Society.

In thinking about the symphony, I can't help but to wonder about my ancestors…read more.. Under the Habsburg dynasty in Vienna, my old family contributed to the fabric of the city for centuries. While Mozart composed works of unrivaled and unprecedented beauty-- the likes of "Symphony No. 25," "Lacrimosa," and "Dies Irae"-- and later Strauss, famed for his classic waltz piece, and likewise an ode to the city's famed Danube, my ancestors proudly called Vienna home. They watched the city rise to become the heart of culture in Europe, and they remained in the city until nearly a decade after World War II. Now, here I am in a place that is the polar opposite of Austria's esteemed capital. The Oklahoma City Philharmonic certainly leaves something to be desired. While anything "Oklahoma City (insert cultural venue here)" makes one want to pinch the city on the cheek and say, "oh, that's so cute!" it still leaves a cultural void and vacancy for the would-be attendee. Their schedule is quite sporadic and erratic, and performances are relatively far apart from each other. This is in contrast to the New York Philharmonic, where musicians perform frequently and almost year-round. Sadly, it seems that musicians in the Oklahoma City Philharmonic need to request a night off from their shifts at Starbucks to perform on the occasional night they do have a show. I do give it two stars for effort, and being a step or two above what one might expect: "A Night With Toby Keith: An Orchestral Experience of a Homegrown Maestro"...or "Blue Collar Opera: Featuring Larry the Cable Guy and Brett Butler in a duet of 'Libiamo ne'lieti calici', Bill Engvall singing "Habanera" and Jeff Foxworthy performing 'O mio babbino caro'." While it seems to have managed to stay around, this organization needs some improvement, but methinks the local market will not support an expansion.

It is a fun experience to see movies here! While I've mostly been for special events/screenings it…read moreis truly unique compared to other traditional theaters. They have films that you won't see at other places and local beer at the concession stand. The seats are comfy as well. If you're looking for a date night that's a little out of the box when it comes to movie theaters, you'll really like it here.

Went to the audience participation showing of Princess Bride. What a fun experience. My only…read morecomplaint, the concession. It moved so slowly the movie had to be started late to accommodate them. I'm sure they just didn't expect such a large crowd. Everyone was super nice and accommodating.

It was strummin', two floors full of stories and American banjo players that made history. It…read morehighlights the founding of the banjo itself and the makeup of the music it created, such as Ragtime, Jazz Age, Country, and many more. The museum does an amazing job to not brush over the dark history of America involving slavery and women's suffrage, making the impact of a visitation more meaningful and purposeful.

I like this Banjo Museum. The museum promotes American Banjo. I like to listen to banjo but don't…read moreknow how to play it. The tune always quick and exciting. It is great to listen to lighting speed finger plucking. It is also great to one perform the banjo. The museum is interesting to see many types of banjo. The museum has collections from 1800. This five string instrument developed into current decorative banjo. You can see the current banjo The history indicate banjo start American banjo start in 1600 and brought by the slave trade. It getting popular in 1800 in America African. Then it becomes the classic instrument in 1900. As today, the biggest known banjo player is Steve Martin. There is section In Museum delicates to women banjo. It is well done and present from old time players to current artist. The museum also has a small model of the mustache presentation stage. Overall is great to visit especially for the bricktown.

Thank you Edmond for a memorable 4th of July. The fireworks show was amazing, and it was 30minutes…read morelong! Prior to the fireworks show, there were food and drink vendors, activities for kids, and free watermelon at the UCO campus. Don't forget to check the libertyfest website for times and details. We ate dinner before going, and I'm glad we did because I only saw a few vendors: 2 food, 1 ice cream, 1 snow cone. The free watermelon was cool and sweet, perfect on a hot night. There were so many people at the UCO campus at 8:30pm that we decide to leave, re-park outside the campus, and watch the fireworks show from a distance to avoid getting stuck in traffic. The view from across the street was still beautiful. Someone had their radio tuned to the local station so we could hear the music synchronized to the fireworks. The station was mentioned on the libertyfest website so don't forget to check. Don't forget to bring your lawn chairs or a blanket.