When children are out of school for winter holiday breaks, it’s important to keep them busy. Oklahoma City features an assortment of winter break activities and mini camps to keep kids occupied. Take your pick from any of these local camps and activities based on the current interests of your child, or let them choose a brand new hobby!
Winter break starts for most school districts the week of Dec. 22.
This is a working list of things to do over winter break in OKC, check back often for updates. (Last updated: Nov. 3, 2025)
Winter Break Camps in OKC
Dec. 22
Holiday Art Camp at Edmond Fine Arts Institute
27 E Edwards, Edmond
Features special holiday-themed art projects. Preregister. For kids in grades K-5th. $68. 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m.
Dec. 22, 23, 29 & 30
Winter Break Day Camps at Cadence Equestrian
14150 S Pine St, Edmond
Qualified staff, experienced horses and excellent facilities create a safe atmosphere where campers can begin or advance their horseback riding skills, expand their horsemanship knowledge and enjoy outdoor fun. For ages 5-13. $75 for half day camp, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. $125 for whole day camp. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. 405-513-4488
Dec. 22-23
Holiday Break Sports & Activities Camp at The Station Recreation Center
700 S Broadway Ave, Moore
Kids take part is creative and sports activities with friends. For ages 6-12. Preregister. $40. 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Dec. 22-23 & Dec. 29-Jan. 2
Winter Break Camps at SoccerCity
4520 Old Farm Rd, OKC
Kids take part in a fun, age-divided, skill-building camp for all skill levels including beginners and recreational players. For ages 4-15. $90-$260. Morning session: 9 a.m. – noon; afternoon session, 1 – 4 p.m. All-day and half-day options available. 405-748-3888, lilkickers@soccercityokcity.com
Dec. 22-23, Jan. 2-3
Winter Break Camps at Science Museum Oklahoma
2020 Remington Pl, OKC
The museum offers day camps exploring a variety of scientific principles. For ages Pre-K-6th grade. Preregister. Members, $50 & up; Non-members, $110 & up. 9 a.m. – noon & 9 a.m.-3:45 p.m.
Dec. 22, 23, 29, 30 & 31 & Jan. 2
Schools Out Day Camps at the Oklahoma City Zoo
2000 Remington Pl, OKC
Kids ages 5-10 can learn more about nature and their favorite animals. Topics include extreme animals, creature architects, lizards and more. Preregister. Members, $54 per day; nonmembers, $60. 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Dec. 29-31
Holiday Break Extreme Animals Camp at The Station Recreation Center
700 S Broadway Ave, Moore
Campers get up close and personal with a variety of cute animals, creepy crawlies and more!. For ages 9-12. Preregister. $75. 9 a.m.-12 a.m.
Jan. 2-3
Holiday Break Pickleball Camp at The Station Recreation Center
700 S Broadway Ave, Moore
This two-day camp teaches basic techniques to help young athletes improve their pickleball skills. For ages 8-12. Preregister. $40. 9 a.m.-noon
2025 details coming soon
Thunder Youth Basketball Winter Camps at Cole Community Center & Paycom Center
4400 NW Expressway, OKC & 100 W Reno Ave, OKC
Hustle camps for ages 6-14 focus on technical fundamentals and development drills to improve skill sets within defense, ball-handling, shooting, layups and more. Crossover camps are 4-hour sessions for athletes ages 12 to 16 that focus on sharpening intermediate to advanced dribbling, defense, and shooting skills. $65-$150.
2025 details coming soon
Cox Winter eSports Camps at RIVERSPORT Adventures
800 Riversport Dr, OKC
Features training, gameplay and competition on Valorant and Overwatch 2 (Rated T for Teen), plus activity breaks on the ski simulator and indoor climbing walls. For ages 9-14. $350. 4 a.m.-4 p.m.
Things to do during Winter Break in OKC
Nov. 14-Dec. 28
The Polar Express Train Ride
at the Oklahoma Railway Museum
3400 NE Grand Blvd, OKC
Go on an immersive train experience including a reading of the book, cookies delivered by dancing chefs and the chance to meet Santa. Adults, $62-$92; kids (2-11), $54-$86. See website for departure times.
Through Dec. 24
North Pole Adventure at Sooner Mall
2215 W I-240 Service Rd, Norman
North Pole Adventure is an interactive Christmas attraction with a life-sized replica of the North Pole including Santa’s post office, Mrs. Claus’ kitchen, a reindeer barn and more. Kids, $20, one adult, free; additional adults, $5. See website for hours.
Nov. 21-Dec. 28
Coca-Cola’s Classic Christmas at Remington Park
1 Remington Pl, OKC
Visit a brand-new holiday light display with ice skating, snow tubing, live entertainment and more. $21 & up. 5:30-10:30 p.m.
Nov. 28-Dec. 28
Lyric’s A Christmas Carol at Lyric’s Plaza Theatre
1727 NW 16th St, OKC
Ebenezer Scrooge, a host of ghosts and Charles Dickens’ characters bring to life Lyric’s spectacular, new production. $25 & up. See website for showtimes.
Dec. 2- 24
Holiday Classic Movies at Harkins Theatre
150 E Reno Ave, OKC
Watch classic holiday films on the big screen, including Elf, National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation and Gremlins. $5. Tuesdays, 7 p.m.; Wednesdays, 1 p.m.
Dec. 4-21
Jane Austen’s Christmas Cracker at Shakespeare on the Paseo
2920 Paseo, OKC
Take part in an interactive, fully scripted holiday performance. Dance, sing and eat sweet treats among a wonderful cast of characters decked out in their finery for the Christmas holidays. $35 & up. See website for showtimes.
Dec. 7
Trans-Siberian Orchestra at Paycom Center
100 W Reno Ave, OKC
Features an all-new show, The Lost Christmas Eve Tour. $49.99 & up. 3 & 7:30 p.m.
TBA for 2025
FREE Photos with Santa & Storytime with Mrs. Claus at Myriad Gardens
301 W Reno Ave, OKC
Meet Santa and pose for photos, plus enjoy story time with Mrs. Claus and handmade crafts. This event occurs weekly on Saturday. 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
TBA for 2025
FREE Santa Visit at Scissortail Park
415 S Robinson Ave, OKC
Meet Santa at Scissortail Park and pose for photos. Pets are welcome too. Santa will be at the North Trellis Garden from 5-8 p.m. This event occurs weekly on Saturday.
Dec. 12-23
The Nutcracker at Civic Center Music Hall
201 N Walker Ave, OKC
Enjoy a holiday performance of the story of Clara, her Nutcracker Prince and the Sugar Plum Fairy performed by the Oklahoma City Ballet. $30 & up. Fridays, 7 p.m.; Saturdays & Sundays, 2 & 7 p.m.
Dec. 13
FREE Deck the Hall of Fame at the Oklahoma Hall of Fame
1400 Classen Dr, OKC
The museum will have crafts and other activities for the whole family. Kids can meet Santa. This is a come-and-go event. 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Dec. 14
FREE Chanukah Celebration at Scissortail Park
415 S Robinson Ave, OKC
The celebration features traditional music and dancing, carnival rides, hot kosher food and drinks, Dreidel Man giving out treats, a giant menorah lighting, public officials like Mayor Holt and more. The event is family-friendly and open to all. 4:30-6:30 p.m.
Plan your visit to the OKC Community Chanukah Festival!
Weekends through Jan. 4
FREE Weekends on the OKC Streetcars
Various locations in Downtown OKC
Enjoy complimentary fares on the OKC Streetcars on the weekends.
Dec. 20-23
Winter WonderLab at Science Museum Oklahoma
Explore snowball fights, snow globes, LN₂ marshmallows for hot chocolate, a special Love’s Planetarium show and other hands-on holiday experiments that help science meet the season! Tickets are $12 for members and $15 for non-members. Nightly, 6-9 p.m.
Through Feb. 1
Edmond Ice Rink at Mitch Park
1501 W Covell Rd, Edmond
Features ice skating, holiday music and food concessions. $14 with skate rental, $10 without, kids (5 & under), $10. Winter Break hours Dec. 21 – Jan. 4: noon-10 p.m.
Through Feb. 1
Devon Ice Rink at Myriad Gardens
301 W Reno Ave
Take a spin around the outdoor ice skating rink. $15 with skate rental, $10 bring your own; members, $10. Winter break hours Dec. 20 – Jan. 3: Monday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Dec. 20
Merry Mitchmas at Mitch Park
1501 W Covell Rd, Edmond
The festive 5K & 10K offers a scenic winter wonderland route through Mitch Park in Edmond. After the race warm up with a festive hot cocoa bar. $45. 9 a.m.-noon.
Dec. 20
Nutcracker Tea in the Kingdom of Sweets at the Civic Center Meinder’s Hall of Mirrors
201 N Walker Ave, OKC
Enjoy treats, characters from The Nutcracker, a short performance, crafts and photo opportunities. $50. 4-6 p.m.
Dec. 20-21
FREE Winter Solstice Celebration at the First Americans Museum
659 First Americans Blvd, OKC
Observe the setting of the solstice sun through the Mound tunnel. This quiet, reflective experience will include prayer, song and hot drinks available for purchase. 3-6 p.m.
Dec. 22-23
December Drop-Ins at Myriad Gardens
301 W Reno Ave, OKC
Make a natural ornament, learn about winter plants and animals, make a craft and enjoy a holiday treat. Donations accepted. Noon-2 p.m.
Dec. 27
Saturday Night Show at Oklahoma Opry
25 S Oklahoma Ave, OKC
See local and regional talent perform live backed by the Opry Band. $20. 6 p.m.
Through Dec. 31
FREE Treefest at Red Earth Art Center
100 N Broadway Ave, Ste 2750, OKC
A unique collection of trees showcases the diverse cultures of Oklahoma’s Native nations and tribes. Each participating tribe adorned a tree with handcrafted ornaments and art objects, offering a glimpse into their distinctive cultures.
Jan. 2
FREE First Friday Gallery Walk in the Paseo District
NW 30th & 27th St, Walker to Hudson Ave, OKC
Browse art exhibits and enjoy a variety of live entertainment and activities. 6-9 p.m.
Jan. 2-4
Eagle Watch at Arcadia Lake
9000 E 2nd St, Edmond
See majestic eagles in their natural habitat. Stop by the park office to learn about raptors and where to find the eagles in the park. $3 per vehicle. 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
Also be sure to check out our searchable calendar for events and things to do happening every day throughout the Oklahoma City metro and our Winter Fun Guides filled with:
- Holiday Light Displays
- Where to find Santa
- Holiday Productions
- New Year’s Eve events for families
- And more!
