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Visit Crystal Bridge Conservatory
Thanks to the MANY people who came to see the new Inasmuch Foundation Crystal Bridge Conservatory! It was a wonderful success. It's great to see visitors back. See the Facebook photo album here.
General hours: Monday-Saturday, 9am-5pm; Sunday, 11am-5pm.
Extended hours starting Nov. 25: Friday & Saturday, 9am-8pm.
Exceptions: Saturday, December 10, closing at 5pm and Saturday, December 24, closing at 3pm.
Learn more
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Skate Devon Ice Rink
It is so fun to ice skate with family and friends during the holidays. You laugh so much, take great photos together and bonus: it's a great workout!
Thanksgiving Holiday Week Hours

- Wednesday, November 23, 11am-11pm
- Thanksgiving, Thursday, November 24, 3pm-9pm
- Friday, November 25, 11am-11pm
- Saturday, November 26, 11am-11pm
- Sunday, November 27, 11am–7pm
For admission, winter break hours, booking your parties and more, visit here.
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Enjoy the Gardens' Holiday Exterior DĂ©cor
Visit the Gardens this year to see the outside décor for the holidays. We have both new features and old favorites returning.
Look for bright and festive colors from the newly renovated Crystal Bridge Conservatory, which had been dark during renovation. Ideal for photos of the city skyline.
Visit the Devon Lawn to see the new 28-foot Christmas tree. It stands out during the day and shines brightly at night. It is beautiful!
Myriad Gardens holiday lights display is free and open to the public on the grounds. Thanks to our sponsors OG&E, Devon Energy Corp., Downtown OKC and Delta Dental of Oklahoma.
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Join us for the Guided Gardens Tour with Josh Saturday at 10am
Take the Guided Gardens Tour with the staff that knows the grounds best, our horticulture dept. The theme is "Autumn Colors." You'll learn more about the Gardens horticulture planning, get great tips and be inspired for your home garden.
Free. Wheelchair and stroller friendly. Meet in the Visitors Lobby. Bring visiting guests to start your Saturday. Guided Tours are every second Friday, 1pm and last Saturday, 10am, monthly.
Learn more. See past tour tip sheets
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Take a FREE Yoga Class Saturday, 9am
Bring your visiting guests or grab a bestie and take a FREE yoga class on Saturday, 9am in the Water Plaza Room located on the lower level of the Crystal Bridge Conservatory. Bring your mat and water. Instructors are from YMCA.
Myriad in Motion FREE Yoga is every Tuesday, 6pm and Saturday, 9am. Yoga is FREE thanks for our presenting sponsor Fowler Automotive, and sponsors First United Bank, KeepMovingOKC, OU Health, Tinker Federal Credit Union and TSET Oklahoma.
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Shop the new Myriad Gardens Gift Shop
Have you heard? We have a gift shop now in the Crystal Bridge and we're thrilled. Thanks for making the Shop's grand opening weekend a smashing success! The new Myriad Gardens Gift Shop offers merchandise curated to reflect the Gardens’ mission of horticultural education and conservation.
Located at the entrance to the Conservatory, the Gift Shop is open Monday through Saturday, 9am-5pm and Sunday, 11am-5pm. Open extended hours Fridays & Saturdays, 9am-8pm starting November 25.
Members receive a 10% discount!
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Ride Mo's Carousel
Mo’s Carousel is open through the holidays. In addition to the 1200 lights on the carousel, it is also adorned for the holidays. It is picture-perfect for taking photos of the little ones.
Hours are Wednesday-Friday, 5-8pm; Saturday and Sunday, 12-7pm. Closed Monday and Tuesday, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. Closing January 1, 2023 for the season.
$3 per rider | Free for Family PLUS members. To join, visit Myriad Gardens Membership
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Passport to Tropical Santa Claus
Saturday, December 3
11am-6pm
Sunday, December 4
11am-5pm
Polar Express, $5 each to ride
Tropical Santa Passport Scavenger Hunt, $5
Participate in a variety of holiday activities during Passport to Tropical Santa. Enjoy live holiday music as you decorate ornaments with Wine & Palette or have your face painted by Kaleidoscope Arts. Take a train ride around the Gardens on the “Polar Express” $5 per rider. To visit with Santa, pay admission to the Crystal Bridge and head up to our Bromeliad Terrace (free for members). Inside you will find games, activities, and crafts highlighting holiday celebrations from around the world including Kwanzaa, Hanukkah, and Christmas traditions from Europe, Mexico, and Australia. Purchase a “passport” at the front desk to participate for $5.
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Sunday with Santa (Blair)
Sunday, December 11, 11am-3pm
Crystal Bridge Conservatory
Bromeliad Terrace
FREE with admission.
Free for members.
Become a member
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Sunday with Santa (John)
Sunday, December 18, 11am-3pm
Crystal Bridge Conservatory
Bromeliad Terrace
FREE with admission.
Free for members.
Become a member
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Myriad in Motion: FREE Tai Chi in the Gardens
Every other Monday starting November 28, 4:30pm
Meet in the Water Plaza Room
ALL Levels welcome; ages 16 years and above
Tai chi is a series of gentle physical exercises and stretches. Learn basic forms, slow and even movements along with proper breathing techniques. Instructed by Ling Miller. Wear comfortable clothes to move in and flat shoes for balancing on one foot. Chairs available upon request.
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Leaf in Light: Works by Kyndall Rainey
Open through December 30
Kyndall Rainey is a mixed media artist based in Oklahoma City. She studied fiber art at the Kansas City Art Institute before completing her B.A. in art education at University of Central Oklahoma. Currently she teaches middle school art at Crossings Christian School, and showcases her artwork in various galleries and festivals.
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Chihuly Seaform Set on loan from OKC Museum of Art
OKCMOA and Chihuly Studio are partnering with Myriad Botanical Gardens to bring you more Chihuly glass! Starting Nov. 19, Myriad Gardens newly renovated Crystal Bridge will feature a piece from Dale Chihuly’s “Seaform” series. See this display at the Gardens and visit OKCMOA for more!
Garden Green Seaform Set with Cherry Lip Wraps, 2001.
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The Myriad Gardens Foundation wishes to thank our sustaining partners in providing major and ongoing support:
Inasmuch Foundation
The Chickasaw Nation
Devon Energy Corp.
E.L. and Thelma Gaylord Foundation
Robert Glenn Rapp Foundation
Tinker Federal Credit Union
Robert H. Meinders
Jean and David McLaughlin
Anonymous in recognition of Bert Cooper
OG&E
Kirkpatrick Family Fund
Continental Resources
McGee Foundation
Parks and Public Spaces Initiative
Robinson-Park, LLC
Avis Scaramucci
Glenna and Richard Tanenbaum
The City of Oklahoma City
Oklahoma City Economic Development Trust
State of Oklahoma Office of Homeland Security
Myriad Gardens Foundation, a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit organization, operates Myriad Botanical Gardens within a public-private partnership with the City of Oklahoma and Oklahoma City Economic Development Trust. These partners provide a portion of the funds needed to manage and maintain the Gardens. The Foundation relies on earned revenue and philanthropic support to provide additional necessary funds for the Gardens operations.
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