Gaylord Memorial Stadium

The Gaylord Memorial Stadium on Nov. 20, 2022.

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The University of Oklahoma and OU Athletics announced a schedule for free events on July 1, when Oklahoma officially joins the Southeastern Conference.

Race to the SEC 5K Glow Run

At 11 p.m. on Sunday, June 30, fans can participate in a 5K beginning on Brooks Mall and concluding at the 50-yard line in Gaylord Family — Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. 

Midnight Madness Sale

Fans can purchase officially licensed OU-branded SEC merchandise located on Owen Field.

“Wake Up in the SEC” Events in OKC and Tulsa

On Monday, July 1 from 8-9:30 a.m., Toby Keith’s I Love This Bar and Grill in Oklahoma City will feature OU President Joseph Harroz Jr., athletic director Joe Castiglione and other OU guests. In Tulsa, SEC Network’s Dari Nowkhah, OU-Tulsa Vice President Susan Bynum and former OU football head coach Barry Switzer will appear at Mother Road Market.

Sooner Schooner Roadshow Final Stops

Fans will have the opportunity to take photos with the Sooner Schooner in Tulsa and Oklahoma City before making its way back to Norman.

Norman Pep Rallies

The Pride of Oklahoma and OU Spirit will hold pep rallies from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at several local Norman business districts.

Summer Equipment Sale

From 2-7 p.m. at the Mosier Indoor Track Facility, fans can purchase equipment, shoes, apparel and other items.

SEC Network Programming

“The Paul Finebaum Show” will be airing live from Norman starting at 2 p.m. in the north end of the stadium. The first 500 fans at the beginning of the show will receive a free OU x SEC T-shirt. “SEC Now” will be airing live from Norman starting at 6 p.m. in the north end of the stadium.

“Party In The Palace presented by motorola razr”

From 5-10 p.m., fans can listen to live music, can enter the stadium through the team tunnel and will have food and drink options available. SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey, Harroz Jr. and Castiglione will speak at 9:30 p.m. during the event.

Open Houses

OU will host an open house at the Barry Switzer Center and Love’s Field from 5-7 p.m.

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