Opening Night was the main new years eve party in Oklahoma City, drawing large crowds to downtown OKC for a festival of fun and entertainment culmination in a spectacular fireworks display, but sadly after 37 years they have decided to call it a day!
The Opening Night event isn't the only show in town though, there are a number of fabulous new year parties and events to choose from, while the city's top hotels give a great range of accommodation choices.
No longer taking place - Opening Night Oklahoma City is looking set to return once again this new years eve, organised by the Arts Council of Oklahoma City and helping the town welcome the new year since way back in 1987.
This is a family friendly event, starting at 7pm at Bicentennial Park. With music and of course the countdown to midnight with the ascent of the Rising Ball, followed by fireworks at midnight.
(Nothing has been announced as yet) Technically also a part of the Opening Night event, the Finale 5k, previously the Festive 5k, gives people a chance to blow away some cobwebs before the main events get underway.
The new years eve 5k run is a light hearted event with costumes and a relaxed atmosphere rather than a serious race, and as a bonus those who take part get a free wristband for the evening party! The race starts at 3pm on Mickey Mantle Drive. Registration here.
Details are still to be confirmed but the El Fandangi Event Center is looking to hold its See You Next Year Event. A 3 day extravaganza culminating in the New Years Eve Party with special surprises and the countdown to midnight. More details and tickets to be announced here.
Tower Theatre are holding their New Year's Eve Uptown Get Down event on 31st December with Thunder Jackson, Stepmom, Blue Morrison, Bump and GoldLincoln. Tickerts will be on sale from 9th November here.
Do something memorable this new year's eve and indulge in a vibrant and eclectic menu provided by Chef Andrew Black where he blends American Cuisine along with the Neighborhoods Rich Culture. Reserve your tickets here: Black Walnut NYE
There will also be many top parties at the city's many top hotels and restaurants, we'll have more details on these as they are announced.
There are many top hotels in Oklahoma City, and most will be offering special new year packages to try and tempt you in, often including a gala dinner and live entertainment along with your accommodation.
Top recommended places to stay include the Sheraton Oklahoma City Downtown, 21c Museum Hotel, Ambassador Hotel Oklahoma City and Aloft Downtown in Bricktown.
For availability and reservations at these and all the top locations you can book all of the best OKC new year hotels here
TV coverage of the Opening Night celebrations will be at a premium with most networks concentrating on the ball drop party in New York, but here we have a webcam of the city skyline:
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