Beyond the NBA: OKC’s Rising Sports Capital Status
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As the NBA Finals spotlight Oklahoma City, a broader sports renaissance is also taking shape. OKC is establishing itself as a premier sports city by hosting the 2028 Olympic Softball competitions at USA Softball Hall of Fame Complex and the Canoe Slalom competition at RIVERSPORT, the Modern Frontier City is crafting a compelling case as America’s next great sports city.
Savor the Unexpected: Culinary Creativity in OKC
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Oklahoma City’s food scene has evolved from steak and barbecue into a dynamic tapestry of global flavors, chef-driven concepts, and locally sourced menus. From the Asian District’s pho to modern Southern fusion downtown, discover how OKC chefs are putting the city on the culinary map—one bold bite at a time. From Chefs Florence Jones and Chef Andrew Black to Chef Jeff Chanchaleune food empresarios are helping to transform the Modern Frontier into a culinary hub.
The Soul of the City: OKC’s Cultural Comeback
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Between NBA games, visitors can explore a city redefining itself through art, music, and heritage. Discover stories inside the First Americans Museum, experience live music in the historic Tower Theatre, or explore public art across the Plaza District—a colorful walk through OKC’s creative heartbeat.
Reset in the Heartland: Where to Recharge in OKC
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Oklahoma City knows how to bring the energy—but also how to help you recharge. Float through the serene Myriad Botanical Gardens, book a wellness session at a local spa, or unwind lakeside at Scissortail Park. Even sports fans need a timeout, and OKC has the perfect places to relax and restore.
Building the Next Generation of Sports in OKC
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Nearly 20 years after their arrival in Oklahoma City, the Thunder are getting a new home. This spring, demolition began on Prairie Surf Studios (formerly the Cox Convention Center) to make way for a new, state-of-the-art arena to house this iconic team. But the Thunder aren’t the only team getting a new home; OKC is building a multipurpose stadium designed to host the USLC OKC Energy FC team. The surrounding stadium district will become a new live-work-play destination with creative direction from none other than Russell Westbrook.