50 Things to Do This Spring Under $5

Spring is such an exciting time in Oklahoma City. Neighborhood street festivals and statewide festivals usually get kicked off in spring and tons of opportunities for family fun abound. With summer break just around the corner, save your money this spring by attending family events that are cheap or totally free.

Here are 50 things to do under $5 this spring:

(Editor’s Note: This is a working list last updated on March 6, 2026. Check back often for updates throughout the spring season.) 

1. Check out these must-see murals scattered throughout town that don’t cost a dime to visit.
2. The City of Oklahoma City offers FREE fishing on the first Saturday of each month. No city permit is required; however, a State license is for anyone 16 and older.
3. Use grass, leaves, sticks and a bit of yarn to create your own natural paintbrushes with this #AtHomeArt project.
4. Stop in for a story at Myriad Garden’s FREE Reading Wednesdays. Each week offers a nature-themed story time and a related craft.  Wednesdays, 10-11 a.m.
5. Go for a bike ride to get some fresh air and exercise together. There are plenty of scenic trails to discover together.
6. See the breathtaking glass creations by Dale Chihuly at Oklahoma City Museum of Art for free on the second Sunday of each month, thanks to the generous support provided by Art Bridges Foundation’s Access for All program.
7. Explore a spring festival! Whether you are looking for a large festival in the Oklahoma City metro or an event with a small-town charm, this guide can help you plan day and weekend trips in Oklahoma.
8. March 20: See life-size vehicles and interact with community support leaders like police officers, firemen, construction workers and more at the FREE Touch-A-Truck at Bethany Library. 9 a.m.-noon.
9. March 21: Learn about how food and household items have been traditionally made and grown at the FREE Oklahoma Farm-to-Table Family Festival. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Bonus- Guests can explore the museum’s five galleries for $5 per person.
10. Embrace the great outdoors by heading to one of these top spots for exploring nature in OKC.
11. Go to your local library and find some fun books to read aloud at home.
12. March 28: Join us for our biggest family party of the year, MetroFamily’s Kids Fest! Advance tickets are just $5 for kids 24 mos & up. Adults get in free. Kids can have a blast with bounce houses, games, petting zoos and hands-on activities while parents discover resources, businesses and organizations that help make family life easier and more fun.
13. March 28-April 5: Celebrate spring blooms at Myriad Gardens’ Tulip Festival. See 100,000+ tulip blossoms plus enjoy creative displays, vendors, live entertainment, art, activities for kids and more. 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
14. Train for a 5k race or 10-mile bike ride as a family.
15. Grab your phone and hit a local park for a family photo session. Capture silly memories together and share them with your family and friends.
16. April 1: FREE Putt-Putt on the Plaza in the Plaza District (1700 block of NW 16^th St) features local artists, live music, special activities, local shopping and more, all themed around putt-putt. 6-10 p.m.
17. April 11: Spend the day in Midtown during their springtime Walkabout. Enjoy free pop-up programming and live music, plus Midtown merchants and restaurants will be offering specials, activities and giveaways. 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
18. April 11: FREE Second OHOF Saturdays at Oklahoma Hall of Fame! Create a craft in their Makerspace, explore exhibits, get your selfie in “Picture Yourself” and see new art and history exhibits. 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
19. Taking the whole family out for a restaurant meal can be expensive. Pack up your regular homemade lunch and take it on a picnic to instantly upgrade your meal time for free. Our list of top picnic spots in the metro should provide you with an ideal location.
20. Dive into the science behind spring rainbows. Explore light refraction with this simple science experiment to learn how light “bends” through different materials.
21. Host a family game night with homemade prizes for the winner. Find reader-recommended family games at metrofamilymagazine.com/family-board-games.
22. April 11 FREE Second Saturday at Oklahoma Contemporary (11 NW 11th St) features a community and family-focused day of art focused on Story Stones. 1-4 p.m.
23. April 18: Get the whole family moving at the FREE YMCA Healthy Kids Day at Scissortail Park. Activities include games, healthy cooking demonstrations, arts and crafts and more. 1-4 p.m.
24. Head out on a scavenger hunt! Can you find all of these things in your backyard or on a neighborhood walk?
25. April 18: Celebrate Earth Day at OKC Beautiful’s FREE Earth Fest at Scissortail Park. Enjoy live music, classes, giveaways and activities for kids from 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
26. April 18: Create floral gelli prints at OKCMOA’s drop-in art event. Activities are free with general admission and kids always get in free! 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
27. April 18:  Enjoy local food, unique shopping and live music at the Heard on Hurd Street Fest (1st & Hurd, Edmond). 6-10 p.m.
28. April 18: Say hello to the farm animals at Mollie Spencer Farm during the FREE Spring Open House. Attendees can also see a pollinator garden, vegetable garden and apiary. 9-11 a.m.
29. Become your own CSI and investigate the science behind fingerprints. This simple science experiment takes a closer look at the three main types of fingerprints and the endless variations possible.
30. April 23-25: Norman Music Festival features three jam-packed days of music. Hear music from local, regional and national talent including festival headliners Alvvays. Festival admission is FREE.
31. Whether you are looking to explore something new or simply excite your mind in a new way, museums are a fun way for families to spend time together while learning about our world. From art and science to history and more, visit a local FREE museum.
32. Disc golf is a fun and low-cost outing for families. Public courses across the metro welcome players of all ages to enjoy some friendly competition.
33. May 1: Get your Cinco de Mayo celebration started early at the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Cinco de Mayo Festival at Scissortail Park. The festival is free to attend. 3-10 p.m.
34. May 1-3: See artists from around the country at the FREE Downtown Edmond Arts Festival. There will also be live art demonstrations, music and activities for kids.
35. Go old school with a classic flick at Harkin’s Tuesday Night Classics. $5. Tuesdays, 7 p.m.; Wednesdays. 1 p.m.
36. May 2: Score a FREE comic book on FREE Comic Book Day. Participating retailers will be handing out free comic books while supplies last.
37. May 2: Festival of the Child at Yukon City Park (2200 S Holly Ave, Yukon) is a one-day celebration featuring over 50 areas of fun including kayaking, pony rides, painting, inflatables, crafts and more. Activities are geared for children 12 and under. Kids, $5 in advance, $7 day of; adults, FREE. 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
38. May 2: Head west to El Reno Burger Day and take part in fun for the whole family starting at 10 a.m.! See an 850-lb fried onion burger, plus enjoy vendors, music, a kid’s zone, food trucks, a car show, and more. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
39. Get the kids into the kitchen and make tasty yogurt pops that are a customizable, healthy snack the whole family will love.
40. May 9: OKC Flower & Garden Fest at Myriad Gardens (350 S Reno Ave) features a variety of vendors with herbs, perennials, roses, produce, pottery, jewelry, wineries and food products. Free to attend. 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
41. May 16: Learn some new dance skills at the FREE Calderón Dance Festival at Myriad Gardens. noon-8 p.m.
42. May 23: Bethany 66 Festival (Ashbury & College Ave, Bethany) is a family-friendly event featuring live entertainment, arts and crafts booths, children’s activities, a car show and more. It is free to attend and runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
43. Check out our monthly list of the top 10 FREE events for families or scan our searchable calendar filled with family fun!

For even more family fun? Check out our other Spring Fun guides.