From art walks to Art in Bloom, check out what there is to do in Norman and Oklahoma City this weekend.
Norman events
Medieval Fair, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Friday through Sunday: Reaves Park will transform into Norman’s 50th annual Medieval Fair, filled with performers, music, vendors and more. Admission is free.
2nd Friday Norman Art Walk, 6 to 9 p.m. Friday: Explore art galleries from local artists, listen to live music and shop across the Walker Arts District in an evening of creativity presented by the Norman Arts Council.
Charlie Mack | Saturday Morn at the Roastery, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday: Kick off the weekend with music by Charlie Mack at Yellow Dog Coffee Co.
Sooners vs. Texas women’s tennis, noon Saturday: Watch the Sooners face the Texas Longhorns at Headington Family Tennis Center. Tickets are free with OU ID based on availability.
Spotlight: Fun with Flowers, 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday: Discover, play and create at the Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art during their Spotlight event series. Make art with materials found in the garden, get floral face painting and experience arrangements by local florists that bring works from the museum’s collection to life. Free for children and teens 17 and under. General admission is $12.
Hosty | The Deli, 10 p.m. Saturday: Enjoy the music of Hosty, the one-man band, at The Deli. Tickets are available online. Fans can check out his appearance on OU Daily’s musical segment Copeland Corner.
The views of the artist do not reflect the views of the OU Daily.
Norman native, OU alum and one-man band Mike Hosty performed at Copeland Corner ahead of the release of his upcoming album, “Hot Steve and the Tweekin’ Topeakans.”
The local legend has performed for over 30 years, becoming a staple at The Deli where he performs every Sunday. Hosty blends various styles with a kazoo duct-taped to his mic while playing drums with his feet.
His song “Oklahoma Breakdown,” which was covered by country artists Stoney LaRue and Toby Keith, inspired the documentary of the same name that explores his career.
The Copeland Corner series, inspired by NPR’s Tiny Desk Concerts, highlights local and student artists through stripped-down performances in the OU Daily newsroom. Full video performances are posted every other Wednesday.
Set list
• “Tell the World”
• “Rock ’n’ Roll Party in the Chicken Coop Tonight”
• “Save the Community Center”
• “Roller Grill”
• “Third Quarter Song”
• “Drive Thru”
• “Oklahoma Breakdown”
Performer
• Mike Hosty: songwriter, vocals, guitar, drums and kazoo
Copeland Corner crew
• Executive Producer, Audio Producer and Assistant Video Editor: Madisson Cameron
• Assistant Producer: Kayla Reinick
• Video Producer: TJ Jenkins
• Photographer: Zsophia Thompson
• Copy Editor: Mary Ann Livingood
• Series Creators: Madisson Cameron, Jordan Johnson and Kayla Reinick
Miss Brown to You | Depot Concert, 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday: The band Miss Brown to You is bringing jazz to The Depot. Tickets are available online.
Oklahoma City events
PUTT-PUTT! on the Plaza, 6 to 10 p.m. Friday: This month's theme for the Plaza District’s block party will be “PUTT-PUTT!” There will be miniature golf courses scattered around Plaza District.
Brandon Lake, 7 p.m. Friday: The King of Hearts tour comes to Paycom Center featuring special guests Franni Cash and Pat Barrett. Tickets are available online.
Lissie, 8 p.m. Friday: Lissie and Madisen Ward will perform at Beer City Music Hall. Tickets are available online.
“Hell's Kitchen,” 7:30 p.m. Friday, 2 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, 1:30 and 7 p.m. Sunday: A hit Broadway musical that follows Ali, a 17-year-old girl who is searching for her place in the world, with music by Alicia Keys at Civic Center Music Hall. Tickets are available online.
Daughters of the King Fun Day and Market, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday: A community day of shopping, activities and attractions including a mechanical bull, fire truck, car and motorcycle show and more at God of No Limits Family Ministries.
Midtown Walkabout, 11 am to 5 p.m. Saturday: Explore exclusive in-store deals, food and drinks, live music and free family activities at Midtown.
Poochella, 5 to 9 p.m. Saturday: The Oklahoma Humane Society is hosting a dog-themed event at Wheeler Park, including a dog costume contest, live music and a police K9 demonstration.
Skirvin Jazz Club, 7 p.m. Saturday: Listen to New Orleans style jazz at Skirvin Hotel. Tickets are available online.
Art in Bloom, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday: The seventh annual Art in Bloom features floral sculptures that are inspired from the permanent collection of Oklahoma City Museum of Art. Tickets are available online.
Extreme Racing at Remington Park, 4 p.m. Sunday: Watch 8 horse races at Remington Park.
OKC Thunder vs. Phoenix Suns, 7:30 p.m. Sunday: The OKC Thunder will face the Phoenix Suns at Paycom Center. Tickets are available online.
Ongoing events
Stories & Specimens, 11 a.m. to noon Saturday until July 19, Norman: Families are invited to gather for an engaging program with museum objects for children to touch, connecting stories to science and cultural history. The experience is free with admission at Sam Noble Museum of Natural History.
Route 66: From Trails to Truck Stops, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday through Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday until May 3, Oklahoma City: The National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum’s exhibition tells the story of the historic Route 66, which was part of the first federal highway system and became a symbol of freedom and adventure. Tickets are available online.
Jakian Parks: The Black Land, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday through Monday until June 1, Oklahoma City: Visit artist Jakian Parks’ latest exhibition exploring the history and cultural legacy of Black equestrianism at Oklahoma Contemporary Arts Center. The museum is free to attend and tickets are not required.
Sunday Jazz Brunch, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Oklahoma City: Listen to live jazz at Tellers while enjoying lemon buttermilk pancakes and other brunch favorites.
This story was edited by Madisson Cameron. Lauren Brogdon, Larkin Bock, Tori Pham and Mary Ann Livingood copy edited this story
