December is here, which means the Virtual Saint's Santa Run has officially kicked off! If you haven't registered, now is the time. The virtual Saints Santa Run can be completed from anywhere - in your neighborhood, on a treadmill, or on our suggested Midtown route. Need inspiration during your run? Check out our specially curated playlist to listen to while completing the run.
Register by the end of day TODAY to pick up your packet this Saturday, December 5 at St. Anthony's Hospital (drive-thru) or on Wednesday, December 9 at OK Runner (walk-up). Register by Friday, December 4 to have your packet sent to you via mail.
Lights On Broadway in Automobile Alley returns this Saturday, December 5. Join in on the fun at the district’s holiday open house and view its stunning light display during Lights On Broadway.
This Saturday from 4-8pm, the sidewalks will be programmed with free carriage rides, a magic elf, Curbside Chronicle wrapping paper sales, and our interactive Santa Claus in a snow globe. For a full list of participating businesses and promotions, visit downtownindecember.com/lights-on-broadway.
Celebrate the holiday season with Merry Midtown festivities. Make Midtown your destination for dining, holiday shopping and general merry-making with limited-time promotions and special holiday touches from your favorite local neighborhood.
Visiting this weekend?
Say hello to see our neighbors at the Make Ready Building (220 NW 13th Street) as they host the Make Ready Holiday Market Saturday from 10am to 6pm.
While you're in the district, make time to stop by the Holiday Pop-Up Shops where you can shop a wide range of local vendors in one convenient spot.
To take advantage of these services, property owners must have tree limbs stacked neatly curbside no later than 5pm on Friday, December 11. Please contact us if you cannot meet this deadline.
Downtown OKC Partnership’s goal is to ensure downtown sidewalks and public spaces are ready to welcome visitors during this holiday season.
Find more information about Scissortail Park's holiday events at scissortailpark.org.
RIDE OKC HOLIDAY LIGHT RIDE
Experience downtown Oklahoma City’s holiday lights in whole new way by bicycling through Automobile Alley and Heritage Hills. Rides take place December 5, 11, and 17 with rides at 6pm and 7:30pm.
Along the ride you’ll see stunning festive light displays while listening to your favorite holiday tunes. Rides will also make a pit stop at Katie Bug’s Sips and Sweets to enjoy a delicious cup of hot chocolate.
Join Crew Workspace for a sprinkling of all the best parts of the Holiday season. Check out local vendors set up in their Event Wing while little ones decorate stockings, ornaments, or cookies with Ms. Chris! Sip on hot cocoa or spiked cider and jam out to your favorite holiday tunes. And be sure to catch storytime from Commonplace Books at noon.
In addition, Crew will be collecting donations for City Care. Admission is free with a donation item, or a suggested $5 donation. They will also be accepting new coats and blankets throughout the month of December.
EMBARK's Pass Sale is taking place now through this Saturday, December 5. All streetcar and bus passes are currently 50% off. Download Token Transit and give the gift of transit.
Also, Downtown in December has arrived. To celebrate, the OKC Streetcar has brought back FREE weekend rides. The streetcar is free to ride Fridays through Sundays until January 3. Hop on board and see downtown OKC for free! Plan your trip at okcstreetcar.com.
A CLASSIC CHRISTMAS
The OKC Philharmonic has taken A Classic Christmas virtual! They invite you to fill your homes with the sounds and spirit of Christmas.
The single tickets for the Digital Concert Stream are now available for purchase for $20 at okcphil.org or okcciviccenter.com and the performance will be available on demand for viewing and reviewing during an extended timeframe of December 6 through the 25th, Christmas Day!
For more information, and to purchase tickets, visit okcphil.org.
ROBINSON PARK'S SANTA SWEEP
Robinson Park is hosting a community give-back effort for their employees this Friday, December 4. They'll be hitting the downtown streets dressed in holiday attire to pick up trash. If you see Santa strolling around with a mask on and trash bags in his hands, be sure to say thanks for helping keep our downtown clean.
CHIRPS & CHEERS
A NOTE FROM OWNER J A D E U R A S H
Chirps & Cheers is a boutique stationery store where we love helping our customers celebrate life's everyday chirps & extraordinary cheers. We specialize in custom wedding invitations, invitations for all occasions, personalized everything - stationery, notepads, address stamps, wax seal stamps, business cards - you name it. We also carry a wide assortment of greeting cards, journals, pens, pencils, planners, calendars, notebooks, fun gift items and much more. Our wall of gift wrap is always stocked and we also offer gift wrap services, perfect for the holidays!
J A D E ' S P I C K S
S H O P
There is so much great shopping in Midtown but Black Scintilla has to be my favorite place. They have an assortment of laugh out loud funny gifts and their fun fashions get me every time. The owner, Rachael, is a businesswoman I greatly admire and her heart and passion for small business make shopping with her a delight.
E A T
My favorite place to grab a bite is Tamashii Ramen. The cozy atmosphere and great service is only topped by the amazing ramen. Spicy pork with extra menma (marinated bamboo shoots) is my go to order and they always have a great cocktail list to choose from.
P L A Y My favorite place to play has got to be Brushed OKC. They are the best salon and I love to go there for some self care and to relax in a chill environment. Whether I'm getting a haircut, hair color, lash extensions or getting my makeup done for a special occasion, I always leave feeling refreshed and taken care of.
If you have an upcoming event that traditionally happens downtown but has gone virtual or are hosting a physically distanced event, let us know about it here.
