Seasonal Activities
Oklahoma’s seasons shift dramatically, giving you different reasons to explore throughout the year. Wildflowers blanket the prairies in spring, waterfalls and lakes cool you off in summer, fall colors transform the mountains, and winter brings empty trails and fireside retreats.
Celebrate Community & Culture at the 2026 Rush Springs Watermelon Festival
Tucked away in the sun-soaked landscapes of Chickasaw Country lies a town that radiates a charm as warm as its climate. Rush Springs. The humble yet proud community has earned itself a remarkable distinction - it's hailed as the "Watermelon Capital of the World." And...
Springtime in Oklahoma: 7 April Events Worth Planning Around
I have a running list of things I want to do in Oklahoma and every April it gets out of control. Springtime in Oklahoma is genuinely short and the unpredictable weather can really twist things up. When everything works together though, the state is a showstopper....
Pick Your Own Tulips at this Top Oklahoma Tulip Farm (2026)
Spring is in full bloom, and there's no better way to celebrate than going to pick your own bouquet of tulips. Oklahoma Tulips is a u-pick tulip farm just east of Oklahoma City in a town called Harrah. This family-owned flower farm boasts over 40 varieties of tulips,...
Roosevelt’s on Cherry Street: Christmas Magic or Holiday Madness?
Each holiday season, Tulsa’s Cherry Street shines a little brighter thanks to Roosevelt’s. This beloved gastropub transforms into one of the most festive Christmas restaurants in Tulsa, glittering with an estimated $150,000 worth of lights, ornaments, and over-the-top...
8 Quirky & Fascinating Gravesites and Cemeteries to Visit in Oklahoma
Oklahoma may be best known for its wide-open plains and Wild West history, but it also hides some of the state’s most unusual, fascinating, and downright quirky gravesites. From famous outlaws to talking horses, each resting place tells a story — some somber, some...
29 Dazzling Places to See Christmas Lights in Oklahoma in 2025
As the holiday season approaches, the state of Oklahoma transforms into a magical winter wonderland adorned with dazzling Christmas lights. Families and friends eagerly set out on a tradition of exploring the best holiday displays around the stated. Here's a guide to...
How to Get to Oklahoma Tulips from Oklahoma City
If you are planning to visit Oklahoma Tulips in Harrah to pick your own tulips this spring, you'll be glad to know that it is a pretty straight-forward journey. It's a quick and easy drive that only takes about 30 minutes, making it the perfect day trip for those...
The Azalea Festival in Muskogee is the Perfect Spring Day Trip
The Azalea Festival in Muskogee, Oklahoma is a celebration of spring and the blooming of thousands of azalea bushes throughout Honor Heights Park. This annual festival is a beloved tradition in the Muskogee community drawing visitors from all over the region. Each...
Is Sapulpa’s Walkable Christmas Experience on Route 66 Worth the Drive?
Downtown Sapulpa's walkable Christmas experience is officially an Oklahoma holiday tradition. This season marks its second year and we ventured out on a Friday night to witness Dewey Ave adorned in all its festive glory. Our mission was twofold – to revel in the...