Scissortail Park

09/02/2026

🎻 Get ready for our last concert, it's going to be an unforgettable finale to our season! 🌙✨

Join us Saturday, September 12 at 8:30pm for Mozart in the Park with the Oklahoma City Philharmonic and Music Director Alexander Mickelthwate.

There’s something truly special about experiencing a full orchestra outdoors. It’s an experience we only get to enjoy a few times a year, so don’t miss this one! 🎶

Featured guest artists include:
🔶Chavdar Parashkevov, Concertmaster
🔶Karl Sievers, Principal Trumpet
🔶Bradford Behn, Principal Clarinet

This evening will be extra special, since it comes just one week before the Oklahoma City Philharmonic launches its 2026–2027 season on September 19 with America the Beautiful: A 250 Celebration! 🎉

Scissortail Park Concert Summer Series is presented by:
The Chickasaw Nation
And supported by:
American Fidelity
Omni Oklahoma City Hotel
BancFirst
Midtown Renaissance OKC

09/01/2026

🎶Ba-dee-ya, say do you remember? Ba-dee-ya (dee-ya, dee-ya), dancin' in September 🎶

Come groove with us at the Farmers Market at Scissortail Park this Saturday! Grab your favorite local finds, say hello to your favorite farmers and vendors, and let the good vibes carry you through the morning. 🥕🍅🛍️

🎻 Live music:
Rebekah Ruyle
Jillian Strader,

🌱 COMPOST LEAVE & TAKE: Bring your compostables to leave and take home finished compost for your garden!

Saturday, September 5 | 9am-1pm
300 SW 7th St. (or 415 S. Robinson Ave.) From: 9am-1pm
Sponsored by:
Bank of Oklahoma, Renewal by Andersen of Oklahoma & Midtown Renaissance OKC

08/31/2026

🦋 TAG A MONARCH WITH US! 🦋

Get up close with one of North America’s most iconic butterflies! Join us at Scissortail Park’s Monarch Tagging event to learn about monarch migration and help support important research and conservation efforts.

📍 Scissortail Boathouse | 650 S. Hudson Ave.
📆 September 9-29
🎟️Park Members: $5 | Non-Members: $7 | Ages 3 & under: FREE

🔶Come & go! Stop by anytime during the 2-hour event, you don’t have to stay the entire time.

🔶Bring: Comfortable, breathable clothing, close-toed shoes, sunscreen & water.

🔶Under 16? Must be accompanied by an adult.

🔶Registration is recommended! 33 spots available per tagging time. Walk-up registration may also be available if spots remain.

🔶Monarch tagging is weather-dependent. Pre-registered participants will be notified by email and refunded if the event is canceled due to inclement weather.

➡️Register now: https://www.scissortailpark.org/scissortail-park-monarch-tagging/

08/31/2026

Prevention, Recovery in the Park 💜

📅 Saturday, September 5, 2026
⏰ 6–9pm
📍 Love's Travel Stops Stage & Great Lawn

The family-friendly event will include opportunities to connect with resources, enjoy activities together and take part in a special moment of reflection honoring those lost to overdose.
🕊️
Event organized and produced by Substance Use Prevention Alliance Oklahoma County

08/28/2026

CALL FOR VENDORS!

We’re looking for local makers, artists, creatives, food vendors, and small businesses to join us for some of our biggest events of the year at Scissortail Park and Myriad Botanical Gardens.

From pumpkin season to holiday shopping to ringing in the New Year, there are plenty of opportunities to get your business in front of the OKC community.

🎃 PUMPKINVILLE
October 1–25 (closed Tuesdays & Wednesdays)
We’re looking for vendors throughout the festival, perfect for those ready to bring a little fall magic to the Children's Garden!
👉 Apply here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=VnZTR4LRsUKfCnilMZdEf8LzQaszFkhArp1L-unelmpUQk1QTldDTzA2QUtMWThZOFg4RVVYQVNJOS4u
Deadline: September, 11.

🎄 SPARKLE Holiday Market
📅 November 28 | 5:30–9:30pm
👉 https://marketspread.com/market/18842/night-market-at-scissortail-park/apply/7437/
Deadline: November 1st

✨ SPARKLE Holiday Market
📅 December 12 | 5:30–9:30pm
👉 https://marketspread.com/market/18842/night-market-at-scissortail-park/apply/7438/
Deadline: November 1st

🥂 NYE Party in the Park Market
📅 December 31 | 7:30pm–12:30am
👉 https://marketspread.com/market/18842/night-market-at-scissortail-park/apply/7439/
Deadline: November 1st

Questions about the markets? Please reach out to: [email protected]

08/28/2026

Check out the interviews by KOKH FOX 25 News, Oklahoma, highlighting our new 12-foot scissortail flycatcher sculptures' debut at Scissortail Park!

Two towering scissortail flycatchers are now keeping watch over visitors at Scissortail Park.The new art installation, “People Watching,” features two scissorta

08/28/2026

💙 We’re excited to share some love from Only In Your State!

Scissortail Park’s iconic Skydance Bridge was recently featured as one of Oklahoma’s most striking man-made wonders, and we couldn’t agree more. ✨

As Only In Your State puts it, the Skydance Bridge is “literally a work of art.” From its bold design to the way it lights up the Oklahoma City skyline, it’s become one of those places you can’t visit without stopping for a photo. 📸

We’re proud to see one of Scissortail Park’s most recognizable landmarks celebrated as a true Oklahoma hidden gem!

Read the full feature and see why Skydance Bridge is worth the visit. 👇

This man-made marvel features a stunning bird-like design, soaring over a bustling urban landscape. Link in comments to find out more. ⬇️

08/28/2026

“People Watching” features two larger-than-life scissortail flycatchers sitting on lampposts, watching over the lower park. The piece was designed by artist Matthew Mazzotta.

“At the end of the day, we have to live with all the other beings on this planet.”

Scissortail Park, located in downtown Oklahoma City, debuted “People Watching,” the park’s newest art installation, Thursday.

“People Watching” features two larger-than-life scissortail flycatchers sitting on lampposts, watching over the lower park. The piece was designed by artist Matthew Mazzotta.

For more about the artwork, check out the comments below.