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Western charm goes metropolitan in Oklahoma's capital city. Oklahoma City, also known as the Modern Frontier, offers plenty of interesting things to do and boasts big-league attractions, including the Oklahoma City Thunder NBA Basketball team. Guests can also explore the revitalized downtown area, starring the Bricktown Entertainment District, Paycom Center and top-notch museums, including the Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum and the Oklahoma City Museum of Art.

Rope up some fun at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum and other Oklahoma City's Adventure District destinations. Learn Oklahoma's story at the Oklahoma State Capitol and nearby Oklahoma History Center. Go kid-friendly at the Oklahoma City Zoo & Botanical Garden, Science Museum Oklahoma, Frontier City Theme Park and Hurricane Harbor. Immerse yourself in captivating storytelling and interactive exhibits that bring to life the rich heritage of Oklahoma’s 39 distinct First American Nations at First Americans Museum. Escape to the outdoors at the Oklahoma River & Regatta Park, Myriad Botanical Gardens & Crystal Bridge Tropical Conservatory, Scissortail Park and Lake Hefner. Go whitewater rafting AND surfing in the heart of downtown Oklahoma City at RIVERSPORT Rapids & Adventures! The facility has outdoor thrills for all age levels.

Oklahoma City offers a thriving nightlife scene with concentrations of popular spots for music, dancing and drinks in the Bricktown Entertainment District, the Paseo Arts District, Plaza District and 39th Street District. The arts abound, and culture flourishes with options such as the Oklahoma City Philharmonic orchestra, the Oklahoma City Ballet, vibrant art districts and plentiful galleries, a diverse music scene that produces national stars in multiple genres, bountiful drama productions and an acclaimed arts festival that draws nearly 1 million visitors each year.

No matter what time of year it is, there's always something exciting happening in Oklahoma City! The Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon is a signature OKC event bringing together athletes and spectators from all over the world to honor those who were killed, those who survived and those changed forever by the tragic events of the 1995 Oklahoma City bombing. Home to more national and international equine championship events than any other city in the world, OKC has earned the title Horse Show Capital of the World. The Modern Frontier is also home to the Softball Capital of the World, Devon Park, and has played host to the best softball competition in the world, including the World Cup of Softball, the NCAA Women’s College World Series, the Big 12 Conference Softball Championships, and the Oklahoma Hall of Fame Classic.

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