Thanksgiving weekend activities for families around Oklahoma City (2026)
Checked · Covers Nov 25 – Nov 29 · All times are local Central Time
We list 8 family events around Oklahoma City for Nov 25 – Nov 29. Each listing links to the organizer's own page.
Thanksgiving week events
Edmond Ice Rink at Mitch Park
- When
- Wed, Nov 25 – Sun, Nov 29 (Daily Nov 7–Jan 31) · Mon–Thu 3–9pm, Fri 3–10pm, Sat noon–10pm, Sun noon–9pm
- Cost
- $15 general admission; $10 without skate rental; $10 children 5 and under
- Ages
- All ages · Outdoor
Outdoor ice rink’s 16th season. Daily noon–10pm during Thanksgiving break (Nov 22–28) and winter break (Dec 20–Jan 2); Christmas Eve noon–5pm.
✓ Checked Oct 26, 2026 on the organizer's official page
Devon Ice Rink at Myriad Gardens
- When
- Wed, Nov 25 – Sun, Nov 29 (Daily Nov 13–Jan 31; holiday hours vary) · Mon–Thu 3–9pm, Fri 3–11pm, Sat 11am–11pm, Sun 11am–7pm
- Cost
- $16 per person including skates; $11 with your own skates
- Ages
- All ages · Outdoor
Outdoor ice rink downtown for all ages and skill levels. Extended hours over Thanksgiving week and winter break; opening is weather permitting.
✓ Checked Oct 26, 2026 on the organizer's official page
Edmond Electric’s Luminance
- When
- Wed, Nov 25 – Sun, Nov 29 (Nightly Nov 20–Jan 1) · Nightly 5–10pm
- Cost
- See site
- Ages
- All ages · Outdoor
Walk-through display of more than 40 larger-than-life holiday light scenes at Mitch Park, next to the Edmond Ice Rink.
✓ Checked Oct 26, 2026 on the organizer's official page
Safari Lights at the Oklahoma City Zoo
- When
- Wed, Nov 25 – Sun, Nov 29 (Nightly Nov 14–Jan 3) · Nightly 5:30–11pm
- Cost
- Drive-Thru Combo from $60 per vehicle (nonmembers); other ticket types sold separately
- Ages
- All ages · Outdoor
Wildlife lanterns and animated light displays by car or on foot, with festive treats and holiday photo spots.
✓ Checked Oct 26, 2026 on the organizer's official page
Edmond Turkey Trot
- When
- Thu, Nov 26
- Cost
- Registration required (2026 details coming)
- Ages
- All ages · Outdoor
Thanksgiving-morning 5K run and 1-mile Family Wobble downtown. Strollers and leashed dogs welcome; prize for the best costume. Proceeds benefit Turning Point Ministries.
✓ Checked Oct 26, 2026 on the organizer's official page
OKC Turkey Trot (5K, 1-Mile and Kids’ Trot)
- When
- Thu, Nov 26 · 1-mile 8:30am; 5K 9am; Kids’ Trot races 10am
- Cost
- Registration required (see site for fees)
- Ages
- All ages · Outdoor
Thanksgiving-morning 5K, 1-mile fun run and Kids’ Trot (ages 2–10, 50 yards to a half mile) downtown. Strollers are welcome toward the back of the pack.
✓ Checked Oct 26, 2026 on the organizer's official page
Norman Turkey Day 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk
- When
- Thu, Nov 26 · 5K 8:30am; 1 mile 9:30am
- Cost
- 5K $30 (no shirt) or $40 (with shirt); 1 mile $20 or $30; prices rise after Nov 15; no race-day registration
- Ages
- All ages · Outdoor
Thanksgiving-morning 5K and 1-mile fun run/walk starting at Norman High School and finishing with a lap of the track. Costumes encouraged; finisher medals for all.
✓ Checked Oct 27, 2026 on the organizer's official page
Christmas in Downtown Edmond (Horse-Drawn Wagon Rides)
- When
- Sat, Nov 28 (Saturdays Nov 28–Dec 19) · Wagon rides 11am–3pm
- Cost
- Horse-drawn wagon rides at no charge; other activities vary
- Ages
- All ages · Outdoor
Holiday shopping and fun downtown with horse-drawn wagon rides (at no charge) from the corner of Campbell and Broadway, weather permitting.
✓ Checked Oct 26, 2026 on the organizer's official page
Frequently asked questions
What can families do around Oklahoma City over Thanksgiving weekend?
We list 8 family events for Nov 25 – Nov 29, including Edmond Ice Rink at Mitch Park (Edmond, Nov 25 – Nov 29), Devon Ice Rink at Myriad Gardens (Oklahoma City, Nov 25 – Nov 29) and Edmond Electric’s Luminance (Edmond, Nov 25 – Nov 29). See all 8 above.
Which Thanksgiving weekend events near Oklahoma City need tickets or registration?
3 events on our list say on the official page that they need advance tickets, timed entry or registration: Edmond Turkey Trot (Edmond), OKC Turkey Trot (5K, 1-Mile and Kids’ Trot, Oklahoma City) and Norman Turkey Day 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk (Norman). Book through each official page.
Which Oklahoma City-area cities have Thanksgiving weekend events?
We list Thanksgiving weekend events in 3 cities, including Edmond (4), Oklahoma City (3) and Norman (1).
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