This Weekend! In South OKC Metro: 10/11/24 – 10/13/24

Find out what’s going on this weekend in our town from river to river (Downtown OKC to Norman). Read on to get your weekend on! 

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Be sure to join us this Friday in our Facebook group for our weekly giveaway!  This week, we have a $50 gift card to Hal Smith Restaurants, sponsored by our friends at Top Quality Doors!

Saturday’s Farmers Market at Scissortail Park

Presented By:

Scissortail Park

Where:

Scissortail Park

300 SW 7th St., OKC

When:

Saturday, October 12th, 2024 9AM – 1PM

Price:

Free

Farmers Market at Scissortail Park

Saturdays | 9am – 1pm | April – October

(Closed on Saturday, April 27, 2024)

Corner of Oklahoma City Boulevard and S. Robinson Avenue

Sponsored by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma

ABOUT OUR MARKET

Our Farmers Market is unique in the area as it is a Producer Only market which is a direct-to-consumer marketplace that is exclusively available for producers that raise, grow or make their own products. All items for sale at our market must be homegrown, handmade and/or vendor-created from locally-owned operations within the state of Oklahoma.

Free parking during market weekends is available around the perimeter of the Park and in the special event parking lot on the northwest corner of Oklahoma City Boulevard and Thunder Drive across from Paycom Center. (Parking in the lot is free on Saturdays from 7am – 2pm.)

The popular, drive-up loading zone on Oklahoma City Boulevard called the Veggie Valet will continue this season. Guests are invited to hold their packages at the Veggie Valet as they shop, and then pull their cars up for curbside package pickup.

The Farmers Market Information Tent is available for shoppers to visit with Park staff, purchase Scissortail Park merchandise, and find information on the nutrition assistance programs the market offers including Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Assistance Program (SFMNP), and Double Up Oklahoma (DUO).

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The Mythical Creatures of Pumpkinville 

Presented by:

 Myriad Botanical Gardens

Where:

Myriad Botanical Gardens

301 W Reno Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73102

When:

Friday, October 11th, 2024 & Saturday, October 13th, 2024 10AM – 630PM, Sunday, October 14th, 2024 10AM – 5PM

Price:

Free

Pumpkinville presented by OG&E with sponsor support from Devon Energy, Delta Dental of Oklahoma, Bank of Oklahoma, MetroFamily Magazine, Midtown Renaissance OKC, Tinker Federal Credit Union, IPGI, and Midtown Vets, is one of the Myriad Botanical Gardens’ biggest annual festivals and a cherished fall tradition for thousands of families. Visitors can explore creative displays made from over 30,000 pumpkins, gourds, haystacks, and mums. Enjoy games, pumpkin painting, photo ops with pumpkin murals, shopping from local vendors, educational programs, free daily crafts, face painting, special treats, and unlimited rides on Mo’s Carousel with admission.

This year’s Pumpkinville theme is Mythical Creatures, bringing to life a magical world of legendary beings. Giants, Ogres, and Trolls dominate the landscape, while Bigfoot and the elusive Yeti wander the forests. Gnomes, Fairies, Pixies, and Sprites add a sprinkle of magic, with Unicorns, Goblins, and Dragons embodying the essence of fantasy. The skies are graced by Pegasus and the reborn Phoenix, while Gargoyles, the Loch Ness Monster, and the Kraken stir the imagination. Finally, Mermaids beckon from the sea, completing this enchanting world.

Admission is $9 per person, free for ages 2 and under, and free for Myriad Garden members. Members also receive early access to our exclusive preview event on Thursday, October 3.

Member levels and information can be found at www.myriadgardens.org/membership. Contact [email protected].

Pumpkinville is a fundraiser for the Myriad Gardens Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that partners with corporate and community groups to enhance the educational, aesthetic, cultural, and economic development of Oklahoma City.

New hours for this year’s festival

• Sundays through Thursdays: 10am–5pm (Closed Mondays)

• Fridays and Saturdays: 10am–6:30pm

Pumpkinville Special Events

• Member Preview Thursday, October 3, 5–7pm

• Sensory Night Thursday, October 10, 5:30–7pm

• Spooky Pooch Parade Sunday, October 20, 3–4pm

Pumpkinville Programming

• Paint-a-Pumpkin: $5 per pumpkin

• Free Craft with Admission: Create your own creature

• Educational Classes: Tuesdays-Fridays at 11am. Registration required at myriadgardens.org/pumpkinville

• Storytime: Daily at 2pm

o Tuesdays-Saturdays with the Metropolitan Library

o Sundays with Character Connections Fairy Princess

• Vendor Market: Saturdays & Sundays, 10am–5pm

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2024 Fall Festival at Orr Family Farm!

Presented By:

 Orr Family Farm

Where:

Orr Family Farm

14400 S. Western Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73170

When:: 

Friday, October 11th, 2024 – Sunday, October 6th, 2024  Friday & Saturday 10AM – 10PM, Sunday 10AM – 6PM

Price:

Varies

Fall is coming soon on the Farm!

Orr Family Farm invites you to experience our one of a kind award winning Fall Season celebration Come and enjoy a relaxing and fun day with family & friends on our wide-open farm grounds!

That’s not all! Join us for our brand NEW Apple Festival on September 21-22 & September 28-29 during our Fall Festival hours! Look forward to specialty treats, attractions, and all things apple on the farm this Fall!

Experience our 25+ Family Fun attractions, such as our:

Pumpkin Patch

Photo Ops

Fall Maze

Hay Rides

Fresh Baked Cookies

Specialty Shakes

NEW Carnival Rides

& SO Much More!

DATES & TIMES

September 21 – November 9

September 21 & 22; 10am-6pm

September 28 & 29; 10am-6pm

October 4-31*

Monday-Thursday: 10am-5pm

Friday-Saturday: 10am-10pm

Sunday: 10am-6pm

*CLOSED TUESDAYS*

*Special Hours Oct 31: 10am – 3pm

November 2 & 9; 10am-5pm

Subscribe here for more information on upcoming sales and events: orrfamilyfarm.com/tickets

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Oklahoma City Whiskey Riot 2024

Presented by:

 Whiskey Riot Festival

Where:

Oklahoma City Convention Center

121 SW 4th St, Oklahoma City, OK 73109

When:

Saturday, October 12th, 2024 3PM – 7PM

Price:

Varies

Whiskey Riot is officially coming to OKC! On October 12, 2024 you’ll get to try over 200 whiskies, taste creative whiskey cocktails, meet fellow whiskey lovers, and more.

This event is *THE* event of the year for whiskey lovers and the whiskey curious. Ready to riot? Keep reading + make sure to mark yourself as ‘Going’ or ‘Interested in this event page to stay up to date on all things Oklahoma City Whiskey Riot

MEET OKC WHISKEY RIOT!

Whiskey Riot: A Festival of Whiskeys

• The world of whiskey is vast; diving in can be daunting. Our festival offers samplings of hundreds of whiskeys, seminars and fantastic conversations with whiskey lovers, distillers, brand founders and more to arm you with the tools you need to become a whiskey expert. And, oh, yeah… you’ll have one hell of a time.

WHO IS WHISKEY RIOT FOR?

• The Whiskey Lover, the Whiskey Curious, the Whiskey Enthusiast, the Whiskey Aficionado, the Whiskey Rookie. All are welcome!

WHY SHOULD YOU ATTEND?

• Discovering new whiskeys can be an expensive exploration. Signage in a liquor store and the details on a bottle’s label will only tell you so much. How do you know you’re going to take home something you love? There’s no better way to find your new favorite drink than side-by-side comparison tasting.

• Whiskey Riot is a large format tasting event complete with brand representatives who can answer questions, explain the nuances of what your tasting and leave you feeling armed with more whiskey knowledge.

FAQs and General Rules

• Date: Saturday, October 12, 2024

• Time: 4-7 PM CDT (VIP Hour: 3-4 PM CDT)

• Place: The Oklahoma City Convention Center, 100 Mick Cornett Dr., Oklahoma City, OK 73109

How many whiskeys will be available to try?

• Over 200 varieties!

What’s included in a General Admission (GA) Ticket?

• General Admission ticket holders will receive a branded rocks tasting glass and be given full range of the venue to taste whichever whiskeys they desire. Sorting through this many whiskeys would require a prohibitively expensive investment in bottles were a whiskey explorer to pursue a tasting this vast on their own. The GA ticket provides a pathway to finding your new favorite whiskey without breaking the bank.

What’s included in a VIP Ticket?

• VIP ticket holders will receive access to the event 1 hour earlier than General Admission entry. They’ll receive all of the same benefits of the General Admission ticket, which include a branded tasting glass, full range of the venue to taste whichever whiskeys they desire and access to limited edition and rare whiskies that will not be available during the General Admission time.

Will there be Designated Driver (DD) Tickets available?

• Due to limited capacity, there are no DD tickets offered for the event. Please be responsible and coordinate a ride using a ride share service or friend/family member.

Are samples free?

• Once you have your ticket for admission and enter the venue, you will not be charged for any whiskey tasting.

Are cocktails free?

• Each guest will receive 1 ticket for each of the specialty cocktail branded sample bars (3-5 cocktail samples per event). Don’t think of a traditional bar where you walk up and tell the bartender what you’d like. The cocktail bars are hosted by showcasing brands and typically offer just one specialty cocktail per bar. Each attendee will have one redemption ticket for each of the cocktail bars. This redemption method is only used for the cocktail bars and not for the general sampling of whiskeys (it’s rooted in an effort to make sure that showcasing brands have enough inventory for everyone).

Is the event for people 21 and over?

• Yes. If a person is under 21 years old and tries to enter the event with a ticket they purchased online or one that was provided to them, they will not be granted entry and the purchaser will not receive a refund for the ticket. You must be 21 years of age or older to enter this event and no exceptions to the rule will be made.

Do I have to buy anything when I’m in the event?

• No! All whiskey samples are included with purchase of admission. Complimentary water bottles will be available in the event!

Can I purchase merchandise or food at the event?

• Yes! There will be food and merchandise on site for purchase.

Is there security?

• There will be security present at the event and they are tasked with keeping the evening civilized and safe. Please be courteous, respectful and kind to others and keep in mind that everyone is coming together to have fun and positive experience.

Strong Suggestions for a Safe and Enjoyable Time:

• Eat a hearty meal beforehand! There’s nothing worse than being hungry, and while we’ll have snacks on hand and food for purchase, we encourage you to eat before the event.

• Use the spit buckets. Seriously. You’re doing a tasting and should pace yourself! There’s no pressure to drink everything you’re trying. The brand representatives who will be present expect you to spit out their products after trying and won’t be offended if you do! It may seem silly or impolite, but it’s how the whiskey world works. This is sage advice.

• Rinse out your glass between whiskeys! You don’t want a new bourbon to taste like the last smokey Islay scotch you tried!

• Do not pre-game the event. Fight any social temptation you may have to do so. Your evening will be so much more enjoyable if you just wait for the event to start imbibing.

• There’s going to be a rush at the beginning of the event as people get in and spread throughout the venue. It may seem like you won’t have enough time to try everything you want, but we promise that you will. No need to rush, be pushy or drink quickly. You will have time to explore everything!

• Please coordinate a ride home from a ride share service or friend/family member.

Hard Rules (Break them and you’re out):

• No violence or aggressive behavior

• No firearms or weapons, regardless of personal permits

• No smoking in the venue

*Oklahoma City Whiskey Riot proudly benefits the Family Meal Hospitality Trust*

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Trunk or Treat Fall Festival

Presented by:

 Moore Youth Cheerleading Association

Where:

Buck Thomas Park

1903 NE 12th St, Moore

When:

Saturday, October 12th, 2024 3PM – 8PM

Price:

Varies

Join us for a fun-filled day of inflatables, carnival games, costume contests, raffle baskets, 50/50 raffle, food trucks, and performances by local cheer squads. The OU game will also be playing for those who want to watch.

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Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow Party

Presented By:

Paycom Center 

Where:

Paycom Center

100 W Reno Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73102

When:

Saturday, October 12th, 2024 1230PM

Price:

Varies

Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow Party brings fans favorite Hot Wheels Monster Trucks to life including Mega Wrex, Tiger Shark, Demo Derby, Bone Shaker, Bigfoot®, Gunkster, and introducing the brand new HW 5-Alarm, the firetruck hero of Hot Wheels Monster Trucks! The Glow Party production features a laser light show, spectacular theatrical effects, dance parties, and Hot Wheels toy giveaways. Fans can also witness a special appearance from a transforming robot, plus the high-flyers of Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Freestyle Motocross Team. Special kids pricing is available for all shows providing a great value for the whole family!

Sale Dates and Times:

Public Onsale : Fri, 8 Mar 2024 at 10:00 AM

FEH PRESALE : Wed, 6 Mar 2024 at 10:00 AM

BIGFOOT PRESALE : Wed, 6 Mar 2024 at 10:00 AM

VENUE PRESALE : Wed, 6 Mar 2024 at 10:00 AM

Ticketmaster Mobile App : Wed, 6 Mar 2024 at 10:00 AM

MATTEL OFFER : Wed, 6 Mar 2024 at 10:00 AM

JIBJAB OFFER : Wed, 6 Mar 2024 at 10:00 AM

Official Platinum Presale : Wed, 6 Mar 2024 at 10:00 AM

Official Platinum : Fri, 8 Mar 2024 at 10:00 AM

Memorial Day : Thu, 23 May 2024 at 10:00 AM

FATHERS DAY OFFER : Tue, 11 Jun 2024 at 10:00 AM

25% off FOSSIL : Mon, 8 Jul 2024 at 08:00 AM

Kids $5 ticket BOOKS : Fri, 2 Aug 2024 at 10:00 AM

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Joseph Singleton is a contributing author and online editor for Whirlocal South OKC, Moore, and Norman, as well as the Ops Guru at HITE.
Would you like YOUR EVENT included in “This Weekend in South OKC Metro”? Simply email your graphic and details to [email protected].