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Through December 15
A Christmas Carol at the Burg Theatre at OKC University, 11am. Tickets $7 and up. 951-0011, OklahomaChildrensTheatre.org.
Through December 23
The
Woolaroc Wonderland of Lights includes a display of over 600,000
lights, Santa Claus, wagon rides, and holiday music. Friday-Sunday,
5-9pm. 888-WOOLAROC, Woolaroc.org.
A Territorial Christmas Carol at Guthrie’s Pollard Theatre is an Oklahoma tradition. Wednesday-Saturday 11am and 8pm, Saturday-Sunday 2pm and 8pm. Tickets $15-$22; 282-2800, ThePollard.org.
Through December 24
Deck
the Zoo at the OKC Zoo. Bring an edible ornament suitable for native
animals to the Zoo and receive $1 admission. 424-3344, OKCZOO.com.
Through December 30
Christmas Experience in Ardmore Regional Park. Sunday-Thursday, 6-10pm; Friday-Saturday, 6-11pm. 800-223-7765.
Ponca City’s Festival of Angels holiday lighting display at four locations, 6-10pm nightly. FestivalofAngels.net, 800-922-2118.
Through December, Friday-Sunday
Christmas Carriage Rides at Hafer Park, Edmond, 2-7pm. Tickets available at Cathedral of the Hills (CathedralofheHills.com) and Edmond's Mardel Christian and Education Store.
Through December
The Jungle Bells exhibit
at the Myriad Botanical Gardens features lighted monkeys, colorful
toucans, and water-loving alligators. 297-3995, MyriadGardens.com.
Candlelight Christmas in Kingfisher. Tour the historic 1892 mansion of Oklahoma’s second territorial governor by candlelight. 375-5176.
The Chickasha Festival of Lights display is a drive or walk through display of over 3.5 million lights. 6-11pm nightly. 224-9627, fol.net.
Midwest City Holiday Lights Spectacular at Joe B Barnes Regional Park. Over one million lights transform the park into a twinkling winter wonderland. Free; Thursday 6-10pm, Friday and Saturday 6-11pm.
739-1293, VisitMidwestCity.com.
Kingfisher in Lights
is produced by local volunteers and includes a miniature train through
the lights and hot chocolate or cider. Free; Sunday-Thursday, 6-10pm, Friday–Saturday 6-11pm. KingfisherInLights.com.
Yukon’s Christmas in the Park drive-through holiday light event features over 125 light displays. Free; nightly 6-10pm. 354-1895, ci.yukon.ok.us.
Territorial Christmas Celebration
in downtown Guthrie includes a Victorian Walk on weekend evenings,
candlelight trolley tours, display of decorated Christmas trees, and
Victorian homes tour. Free. 282-1947, GuthrieOK.com.
The free Elk City Christmas in the Park extravaganza includes the Candy Cane Express train, horse-drawn carriage rides, and Centennial carousel display in Ackley Park. Friday and Saturday 6-9pm.
800-280-0207, ElkCityChamber.com.
Through January 1
Downtown in December includes outdoor ice-skating, entertaining shows at the Civic Center Music Hall, leisurely floats down the Bricktown Canal, and snow tubing at the Bricktown Ballpark. DowntownInDecember.com.
Through January 5
Holiday in the Park at Elmer Thomas Park, Lawton, 6-10pm nightly drive or take a carriage ride through the lights. 800-872-4540, LawtonFortSillChamber.com.
DECEMBER 1
UCO University Choirs perform at UCO Mitchell Hall Theater, 7:30pm. 974-3375, VistitEdmondOK.com.
The Holiday Extravaganza at the Gaylord-Pickens Oklahoma Heritage Museum features 2-for-1 admission, refreshments, and a holiday-themed movie at 1:30pm. 11am-5pm. 235-4458, OklahomaHeritage.com.
Mayor’s Christmas Party at Yukon’s Robertson Activity Center, 1200 Lakeshore Dr, 10am. Features a continental breakfast, entertainment, games, storytelling, and a visit from Santa. Free. 350-8937, ci.yukon.ok.us.
2
Cocoa & Carols holiday concert at the Hardeman Auditorium on the Oklahoma Christian campus, 2pm. 425-5530, OC.edu.
1-2
A Christmas Carol at the Judd Theatre at Oklahoma Christian University, 8pm. 425-5523, OC.edu.
Dickens Weekend in historic downtown Edmond, 10am-6pm. Old fashioned Christmas & Holiday Happening with carolers, carriage rides, and refreshments. 249-9391.
Journey to Bethlehem
at Forest Hill Christian Church (2121 N MacArthur). Free; 6-9pm.
Interactive outdoor walk with animals and costumed performers.
495-0439, FHCC.org.
1-15, 18-22
Orr Family Farm’s Jupiter Christmas Express Train takes visitors to see beautiful animated scenes. $6.50 per person. Fridays 6-8:30pm and Saturdays 11am-8:30pm. 6-8:30pm. 799-3276, OrrFamilyFarm.com.
1, 2, 6-8
Scrooge! The Musical at the Sooner Theatre, Norman. 8pm; 2pm on 12/1, 2, 8. $20-$25, discounts available. 321-9600, SoonerTheatre.org.
1, 2, 6-8, 9
The Nutcracker at OU’s Rupel J. Jones Theatre, Dec 1, 6-8, 8pm; Dec 1, 2, 9, 3pm. Tickets $14 and up.
325-5321, ou.edu/finearts/drama/productions/07-08.htm.
2
A Canterbury Christmas at the Civic Center Music Hall, 7pm. Award-winning Blackwelder Brass and the handbell choir of First Presbyterian Church of Edmond. Tickets $17-$42. 232-SING.
2-4
Winter Mini Camp: Gadget Madness at the Young Chef’s Academy, 10am-1pm.
Practice using those kitchen gadgets, learn kitchen safety, and discuss
meal planning. $150 Reservations required. 285-5939,
YoungChefsAcademy.com.
2, 9, 6, 23, 30
Free admission to Myriad Botanical Gardens between 6-9pm. 297-395.
2-31
First Lights at Edmond’s First Baptist Church (33rd & Bryant), 6pm. Featuring a dazzling holiday light display with 30’ tree and 12’ snowflakes. 341-0253, FBCEdmond.org.
3-21
OK Children’s Theatre production of The Great Santa Auditions held at OCU. Wednesday-Friday 11am, Saturday-Sunday 2pm. Tickets $5 children, $7 adults. 951-0011, OklahomaChildrensTheatre.org.
5-7
Imagine Christmas at Henderson Hills Baptist Church, 7pm. Hear some of your Christmas favorites and be reminded of the true meaning of Christmas. 341-4639, HHBC.com.
6
Old Fashioned Christmas Parade in downtown Chickasha, 7pm. Annual lighted parade with marching bands, lighted floats, specialty horses, classic cars, and Santa. Free. 224-0787
The Holiday Happening at Norman’s Sam Noble Museum of Natural History
features live music, photos with Santa, and discounts in the gift shop.
Food and toy donations accepted on behalf of Food and Shelter for
Friends. Free; 6-9pm. 325-4712, snomnh.ou.edu.
The Holiday Tour of Homes in El Reno is open from 6-11pm, and features beautifully decorated homes and holiday shopping. 262-2552, Elreno.org.
The Christmas Parade of Lights in downtown Stillwater, 7pm. 743-3697, VisitStillwater.org.
6-8
Jingle Jam at the UCO Jazz Lab, 8pm. Seasonal tunes performed by some of UCO’s finest vocalists. Reservations recommended. 359-7989 ext 1, VistitEdmondOK.com.
6-9
OCU’s American Spirit Dance Company presents Home for the Holidays at OCU School of Music, 8pm. Tickets $22. 208-5227, OKCU.edu.
6, 13
Late Paint Night at Paint’ N Station, 7906 N May, 842-7770.
7
Holiday Open House at the Norman Library features refreshments, crafts, singing, and Santa. 7-8:30pm.
7-8, 14-16, 21-22
Jacob Marley’s Christmas Carol at the Civic Center Music Hall, 8pm except Sunday, 2pm. $16. 297-2264, OKCCivicCenter.org.
7-9
Boy’s Ranch Town Christmas Pageant
(5100 SE 33rd) 7-9pm. Residents and animals depict scenes from the life
of Jesus in a drive-through, living Christmas pageant. 341-3606,
VistitEdmondOK.com. Free; donations accepted.
7-9, 14-16
The Nutcracker at the Civic Center Music Hall, 8pm. Tickets $26-$47. 297-2264, OKCCivicCenter.org.
7-23
Plaid Tidings: a Holiday Version of Forever Plaid at the newly-renovated Plaza Theatre (1725 NW 16th). Thursday 7:30pm, Friday-Saturday 8pm, Saturday 2pm, Sunday 3pm. 524-9312 or LyricTheatreOKC.com.
8
Sleigh Day and Santa at Norman’s Brookhaven Village
(NW 36th and Robinson), 1-4pm. Shopping, dining, services, fitness,
free photos with Santa, and horse-drawn sleigh rides. 321-7500.
8, 15
Victorian Wassail Evenings at the State Capital Publishing Museum in Guthrie, 4:30-8:30pm. View 25 Victorian Christmas trees. Free. 282-1889.
9
Majesty of Christmas at Crossings Community Church features the Voices of Crossings and the Festival Orchestra. Free; 4pm and 7pm. 755-2227 ext. 228, CrossingsOKC.org.
10
Santa Delivers at the OKC Zoo, 10:30-11:30am. Santa delivers treats to animals. Get free hot chocolate and keepsake photos with Santa. 424-3344, OKCZOO.com.
Holiday in the Park at Lawton’s Elmer Thomas Park, 6-11pm. LawtonFortSillChamber.com.
11
A Night Before Christmas Museum Open House at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, 6-9pm features historical characters, cakewalk, and traditional Christmas music.
14
Michael Martin Murphey’s Cowboy Christmas Ball
at the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum, 7pm. Includes
activities for the whole family, buffet, and a visit from Santa.
Reservations required; 478-2250 ext. 219, NationalCowboyMusuem.org.
Visit Gymboree Play and Music for the Global Holiday Party. 755-3445 for reservations.
14-16
A Christmas Carol performed by OK Shakespeare in the Park at UCO’s Pegasus Theatre. Thursday and Friday 8pm, Sunday 2pm. 235-3700, OklahomaShakespeare.com.
One Incredible Moment musical performance at First Presbyterian Church, 1001 S Rankin, Edmond. 7pm, free. 341-3602.
15
Breakfast/Brunch with Santa at Young Chef’s Academy. Wear your pjs and make breakfast and then be joined by Jolly St. Nick for tasting and pictures. $35 per child, 9-11am or 10am-noon. Reservations required. 285-5939, YoungChefsAcademy.com.
15
Christmas with Debbie Boone at Mitchell Hall Theater, 7:30pm. 974-2001, VistitEdmondOK.com.
The OK Railway Museum’s Christmas Express Train runs 9am-4:30pm. Includes activities, refreshments, and Santa. 424-8222, OklahomaRailwayMusuem.org.
15-16
Sand Plum Fairy Tea Party at the Norman Depot, 12:30pm. $15. 326-9147, NormanBalletCompany.com.
The Oklahoma Nutcracker at Norman’s Sooner Theatre. Friday 2pm and 7pm, Saturday 2pm. Tickets $16, age 12 and under $12. 326-9147, NormanBalletCompany.com.
16
Fort Reno Christmas, 1-4 pm.
A celebration of culture including carolers, Christmas treats,
re-enactment performances, and the firing of the Christmas guns. Free.
262-3987, FortReno.org.
The
Many Moods of Christmas at Edmond’s First Baptist Church (33rd &
Bryant). A festival with costumes, decorations, lighting, activities,
and a musical performance. 341-0253, FBCEdmond.org.
19
You Dreamed of Me Christmas concert by Jami Smith honors Oklahoma teachers. 6:30pm, Crossings Community Church, $5. 302-1281, CrossingsOKC.org.
31
Opening Night 2008
in downtown OKC features entertainment venues offering fun for all
ages. 7pm-midnight, followed by fireworks. Wristbands ($8) allow
admission to all 14 venues. 270-4848, ArtsCouncilOKC.com.