NEW! Stargazing in the Planetarium
LOCATION: Arts Annex
A trip to the planetarium is likely why space exploration has been the entry point for many budding scientists as they investigate the mysteries both on our own planet and beyond its atmosphere. It is also why public planetariums are critical to inspiring the next generation of scientists.
As you step inside, you are reliving a bit of history of the 60s & 70s when the OKC community experienced the wonders of the night skies in the original Kirkpatrick Planetarium located on these Fairgrounds.
Ron Mallory will bring back those days of old and create a new immersive environment. Sit back and look up as the night sky comes alive five times a day with audiences learning about constellations, planets, the structure of the universe, and more. It’s an experience for all ages. Presented by the Ad Astra Mobile Planetarium. Learn more at aaplanetarium.com.
NEW! Crackin' Corn Comedy Show
LOCATION: The Circle & Oklahoma Frontier Experience
When the Cornball Clodhopper cranks up his Crop-Quenching Contraption, these Rural Rubes conjure up a Crowd Coolin’ Cloudburst. You can catch them strolling around the circle or sit yourself down and enjoy one of their shows in the Oklahoma Frontier Experience throughout the day.
NEW! Pirate Man Dan
LOCATION: Plaza Stage
Yarr Maties! Get ready for thrilling escapes, unicycle stunts, knife or fire juggling, balloons and whacky antics, music and dance moves, all choreographed to a pirate nautical theme and story. Full audience participation keeps even the teenagers engaged. Watch your loved ones be a part of the show and laugh harder than you thought possible!
NEW! Pirate Adventure Experience
LOCATION: The Circle, Wichita Walk, Gordon Cooper Blvd
Setting sail daily from the Plaza Stage, be sure and catch Pirate Man Dan take to the Fair seas and sail around The Circle and down Wichita Walk onboard his pirate ship! When he pulls into a port, you might catch him leaving his ship on stilts or a unicycle. Or maybe he stays with the ship, and you get a chance to hop on board, grab a foam sword, and have someone snap your picture with the Pirate, himself! Be sure to check our calendar often for exact voyage departure times.
Laser Light Extravaganza
LOCATION: Circle Stage Picnic Area
It’s time to light up the Oklahoma State Fair sky and a 30-foot screen every night at 8, 9, and 10 p.m. Grab some grub and find a seat on the grass or at one of the many picnic tables to enjoy 20 minutes of rockin’ choreographed music to an amazing laser light show!
The Captain’s Canines
LOCATION: Plaza Stage
Shiver me timbers! A new pirate captain with a fleet of scallywag puppies has raided the Oklahoma State Fair and made landfall at the pirate’s Plaza Stage. With three shows a day, you can catch the act, but be very careful because these seadogs might bootleg your heart.
RAMINATOR
LOCATION: Centennial Plaza
Standing 10 feet tall and weighing in at over 10,000 pounds, this 2020 RAM 2500 Power Wagon will be putting on a jaw-dropping show at noon and 5 p.m. on weekdays, and noon, 5, and 7 p.m. on weekends! Stop by between shows for your chance to climb into the back of this Hall Brothers Racing, 565 cubic-inch Supercharged Hemi monster truck for a ride around the track!
Martial Arts LIVE!
LOCATION: Circle Stage
Catch live demonstrations by certified instructors and students on weekdays at 4, 5, 6, and 7 p.m. and weekends at 1:30, 2:30, 3:30, 4:30, 5:30 and 6:30 p.m. Demonstrations comprise of several studios across the city, performing various forms of martial arts. You’ll have an opportunity, after the demonstration, to speak to the instructors about how you too can get your black belt!