Here Comes the Sun!
The warm promise of summer is right on the horizon, and Memorial Day weekend is the perfect time to chase it. Set off in search of sunkissed fun and experiences that last a lifetime. Feel a calm breeze by the water. Join the roaring crowd in a stadium for live sports. Take a bite of the sweet life. The road is open for adventure.
Get Going, Weekender
Take to the scenic waters of Lake Murray for a relaxing cruise or thrilling water sports.
Grab a hot, fresh Arbuckle Fried Pie on the way to explore the natural caves of Turner Falls Park.
Zip across every inch of Lake Texoma, stopping only to catch the perfect photo or a striper bass.
Cheer on the OKC Dodgers and feel the excitement of a home run at Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark.
Hang out face-to-face with your favorite animals at the OKC Zoo.
Visit the sacred grounds of the Oklahoma City National Memorial and Museum and take an interactive journey through an event that forever shaped our state.
On The Road Again
Enjoy the freedom of the three days ahead.
Memorial Day Destinations
Lake Texoma State Park is home to one of the largest reservoirs in the United States. Famous for its striped bass, Texoma has been dubbed the Striper Capital of the World. Kingston, Oklahoma, even celebrates the popularity of striper fishing with the Kingston Striper Festival held each June.
Beautiful Lake Murray is known for the clarity and color of its waters and its seemingly endless list of recreational opportunities. Framed by the thick forest of Murray State Park, this 100-foot-deep, spring-fed lake also houses a wide variety of birds, including the rare wintering bald eagle. Lake Murray is a popular destination for a variety of activities, including camping, swimming, hiking, golf, tennis, horseback riding, fishing, boating, sailing, riding ATVs and more.
Cascading 77 feet from the top of the Arbuckle Mountains, the park's Turner Falls is known as the tallest waterfall in Oklahoma. With sandy beaches, natural caves, swimming areas, a rock castle and cabins, Turner Falls Park is a perfect family destination.
If you're traveling on Adventure Road through Davis, Oklahoma, you've got to make a stop at beloved local establishment Arbuckle Mountain Fried Pies. The shop whips up dozens of hot, fresh pies every day, whether you're in the mood for something sweet or are craving a rich and savory snack.
The Myriad Botanical Gardens act as a lush, landscaped oasis in the heart of downtown Oklahoma City. The recently remodeled gardens’ 17 acres draw everyone from concert goers to families to those just looking to enjoy the natural environment.
This breathtaking memorial honors the lives lost in the bombing of the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building on April 19, 1995. Inside the Museum, walk through the events of, and response following, that fateful morning, and leave knowing the world holds far more good than bad. The Outdoor Symbolic Memorial, from the Survivor Tree to the Reflecting Pool to the 168 empty chairs in memory of the fallen, is a moving piece of American History that must be experienced.
Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark is the perfect place to remember the joy of falling in love with baseball for the first time. The ballpark, which opened in 1998, is home to the Oklahoma City Dodgers, the Triple-A affiliate of the Los Angeles Dodgers.
The Oklahoma City Zoo is one of the oldest zoos in the southwest and is one of only seven zoos in the entire country with the distinction of being a fully accredited member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) and the American Association of Museums (AAM) as both a living museum and a botanical garden.
Major League Soccer is on Adventure Road! Catch all of the action of the world’s sport in historic Taft Stadium as Oklahoma’s first professional soccer team takes on teams around the nation, as part of the prestigious United Soccer League. Tickets range from $10 to $50. Check out the upcoming Home Game Schedule!
Imagine spending a day among the shining buildings of downtown Oklahoma City, enjoying an adventure wrapped in the bustle of urban life. Then, when things wind down, you drive just 15 minutes north, still in the city, to experience a brand-new landscape at Lake Hefner.
Open 51 weeks a year, Martin Park Nature Center provides a peaceful, 144-acre natural sanctuary in the midst of Oklahoma City's urban surroundings. The park is home to a variety of wildlife, from birds and butterflies to foxes, armadillos and reptiles. And for those looking to explore the area's environment, there are 2.5 miles of gentle hiking trails made of gravel and packed soil.
