Edward L. Gaylord Downtown YMCA

Play, explore, and dine at Bricktown, Oklahoma City's hottest entertainment district on the banks of the Bricktown canal. Enjoy canal-side restaurants, retail shops, museums, sports venues, and movie theaters. See public art and street performance art. Take a horse-drawn carriage ride or float down the canal on a boat tour. There's plenty to keep you busy while you hang out at Bricktown. This thriving urban district is home to more than 45 restaurants, bars, retail shops, family-friendly attractions, public art, museums, galleries, and even an urban beach for summer fun. This area's diversity of businesses, educational institutions, housing, and leisure activities make it a true 24/7 destination, one of the most distinct and historic in OKC.

Have you heard of the Oklahoma Frontier Drugstore Museum? It's a fascinating place with an extensive collection of artifacts and memorabilia associated with frontier pharmacies, early drugstores, and medical arts. Located in Guthrie, the First Capital of the Oklahoma Territory and the State of Oklahoma, this museum is a must-visit for anyone interested in the history of pharmacy and medicine in the 19th and 20th centuries in the Oklahoma and Indian Territories and the State of Oklahoma. One of the many collections at the museum is a display of antique medicinal treatments. It's fantastic that many of these bottles still contain their original medications. The Oklahoma Frontier Drugstore Museum's collections genuinely reflect the history of pharmacy and medicine in the frontier regions of the United States.

Step back in time and immerse yourself in the splendor of the Medieval Fair. This annual event has captivated visitors since 1977, providing a window into a bygone era of chivalry and pageantry. With educational exhibits, arts and crafts, delicious food, and thrilling entertainment, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Explore the bustling medieval village, which boasts over 200 art and craft booths selling unique, handcrafted treasures. From pottery to leather crafts, jewelry to fairy wings, you will find something that catches your eye. You can also watch master crafters demonstrate their skills and learn about their techniques. The entertainment is spectacular, with minstrels, dancing, theater performances, and reenactments bringing history to life—Marvel at knights jousting on horseback and cheer on your favorite team in a human chess game. You might even catch a glimpse of King Arthur or a mermaid.