From watch parties to brunch with Santa, check out what there is to do in Norman and Oklahoma City as OU heads into the playoff.
Norman events
Jacobson House Holiday Art Market 2025, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday through Sunday: Stop by the Jacobson House Native Art Center for free holiday themed performances, native art and craft vendors and more.
Norman Nook’s Treasure Trek, Friday through Sunday: Set out on the ultimate Norman scavenger hunt and explore historic Downtown, solve fun riddles at iconic spots like the Sooner Theatre and Fred Jones Jr. Art Museum. Tickets can be found online.
Firehouse Art Center Holiday Gift Gallery 2025, Friday through Sunday: The gallery showcases over 60 Oklahoma artists annually and is open to artists working with different media, including painting, illustration, ceramics, jewelry and more at Firehouse Art Center.
OU vs Alabama: College Football Playoffs Watch Party, 1 to 11 p.m. Friday: Watch OU face Alabama with live music, a TV wall, pop-up bars, touchdown tacos and Boomer barbecue at the NOUN Hotel.
Oklahoma Sooners vs Alabama Crimson Tide football, 7 p.m. Friday: Watch the Sooners take on the Crimson Tide in round one of the College Football Playoff at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium Tickets are available online starting at $156.
Frosty Lights, 7 to 9 p.m. Friday: Stop by Pinot’s Palette to paint a snowman wrapped in Christmas lights, in a musical atmosphere with friends. No art experience is required. Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks will be available for purchase at the studio bar. Tickets are available online for $38.
Santa Brunch!, 9 a.m to noon, Saturday and Sunday: Enjoy brunch with a seasonal atmosphere as Santa makes his way throughout the restaurant at Rally Kitchen + Bar in the NOUN Hotel. Walk ins are accepted, but reservations are recommended and can be made online.
December 2025 Commencement Ceremonies, Saturday: Watch OU graduates walk the stage during the three commencement ceremonies starting at 10 a.m., 2:30 and 7 p.m. at Lloyd Noble Center.
Natalie Dickerson | Saturday Morn at the Roastery, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday: Sip locally roasted coffee while listening to live music from Natalie Dickerson at Yellow Dog Coffee Company.
Oklahoma Sooners wrestling Youth Day, 10 a.m., noon and 2 p.m. Sunday: Cheer on the Sooners as they face Tarleton State, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville and Duke at McCasland Field House. Tickets are available online.
Uncanny Art Hang Holiday Potluck & Supply Swap, 6 to 9 p.m. Sunday: Visit Uncanny Art House for the last art hang of the year. Guests planning to contribute to the potluck or supply swap should fill out a form online
Oklahoma City events
Holiday Pop-Up Shops, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 10 a.m to 6 p.m. Sunday: Shop the final week of this festive event, with unique items from each vendor at Holiday Pop-Up Shops. See the full list of vendors online.
ArtNow 2025: Materials and Boundaries, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday through Sunday: Explore works by over 25 Oklahoma artists at the Oklahoma Contemporary Arts Center.
Jakian Parks: The Black Land, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday through Sunday: Explore artist Jakian Parks’ latest exhibition at Oklahoma Contemporary Arts Center. The exhibit explores the history and cultural legacy of Black equestrian life. The museum is free to attend.
Devon Ice Rink, 3 to 11 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m to 11 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday: The Devon Ice Rink is back for its 14th season at the Myriad Botanical Gardens. Guests can bring their own skates or rent them. Tickets start at $15 in person including skate rentals.
OKC Zoo Safari Lights, 5:30 to 11 p.m. Friday through Sunday: A holiday light experience, drive through a mile of animal and holiday-themed lanterns before continuing on foot for more interactive light displays, snacks and Santa at the OKC Zoo. Drive-through admission is $60-78 and walk-through admission is $14-18, with discounts for zoo members.
The Nutcracker, Friday through Sunday: Watch the Nutcracker by Ryan Jolicouer-Nye, presented by Devon Energy and the Chickasaw Nation at the Civic Center Musical Hall. List of showtimes and tickets can be found online.
OU vs Alabama Watch Party @ Truckyard, 6 p.m. to midnight Friday: Grab food and drinks before watching the Sooners take on the Alabama Crimson Tide on the big screen at the Truck Yard.
Live sports at Twenty6 Lounge, 7 p.m. Friday: From basketball to football playoffs, pregame with $7 drinks at Twenty6 Lounge. Watch OU face Alabama in round one of the playoffs at 7 p.m., followed by the Oklahoma City Thunder battling the Minnesota Timberwolves at 8:30 p.m.
Christmas Movie Trivia Night, 7 to 9 p.m. Friday: Admission is free to play trivia with a team featuring quotes and characters from iconic Christmas movies at Sailor and The Dock. Prizes are available for top teams.
Emo Nite: Winter Wonderland, 8 p.m Friday: Emo Nite’s tour comes to Oklahoma City at Tower Theatre. A dollar for every ticket transaction goes to charity. Tickets can be found online.
Arkansauce, 8 p.m. Friday: Hear the newgrass — a blend of bluegrass, folk and rock — string quartet Arkansauce live at Beer City Music Hall. Tickets start at $27.53 online, and doors open at 7 p.m.
Holly Jolly Indoor Market, noon to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday: Shoppers can enjoy a warm festive environment for holiday shopping with local vendors at Sailor and The Dock.
Winter WonderLab, 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday and Sunday: Returning for a second year the Winter Wonderlab features an educational experience with hands-on experiments, snowball fights, snow globes, liquid nitrogen marshmallows and a special planetarium show at the Science Museum Oklahoma. Tickets are available online.
Breakfast with Santa, 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday: Santa is coming to town for a breakfast buffet at the Oklahoma City Zoo. Kids can write a letter to Santa and deliver it to him in person. Tickets are available online.
Liam St. John, 8 p.m. Saturday: Liam St. John’s “Man of the North Tour” comes to Oklahoma City with a special guest SouthBound Sinners. Listen to a mix of blues and rock and roll at Beer City Music Hall. Tickets can be found online, and doors open at 7 p.m.
Sunday Jazz Brunch, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday: Listen to live jazz at Tellers while enjoying lemon buttermilk pancakes and other brunch favorites.
Singo Sunday Brunch, noon to 2 p.m. Sunday: Stop by Bar Cicchetti for its weekly music trivia brunch.
A Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols, 4 p.m. Sunday: Part of St. Paul’s Advent 2025 Music Series, sung by the cathedral choir at St. Paul’s Episcopal Cathedral.
March of the Trees, 6 p.m. Sunday: Celebrate the winter solstice with a free community gathering to march through Automobile Alley. Guests are encouraged to wear tree costumes. Lights and costume additions will be available. Food truck OK Yummy will be selling snacks and drinks. The night will conclude at Factory Obscura: Mix-Tape with a musical performances and solstice ceremony by Moriah Bailey and Mars and a tree dance performance by Morgan’s Myth.
This story was edited by Madisson Cameron. Sophie Hemker and Mary Ann Livingood copy edited this story.
