1. food and drink
2. beverages
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4. cocktails and beer

LAUREN AND MATT’S OFFICIAL GUIDE TO FOOD, FUN, AND PLANNING FOR YOUR STAY IN
OKLAHOMA CITY
HOTEL INFO, OUR FAVORITE HANGOUTS,
SEVERE WEATHER PLANS, AND MORE
P L US C O U L SO N W E D D I N G
T R AV E L I N F O R M AT I O N
hey there!
We are so excited at the prospect of sharing our
special day with you. We know it isn’t easy to attend
an out of state wedding, so we wanted to streamline
the process and make it as painless as possible for
you to plan your trip to Oklahoma City.
Enclosed is our handpicked, specially-curated list
of where to eat, where to hang out, places to see,
things to do, and adventures to take while you’re
away from home. Oklahoma City is teeming with
both active tourist attractions and local hangouts
to visit. Our hope is that while you are here, you will
venture forth and experience some of our awesome
Okie culture.
The “Your Stay” section includes all the information
you will need to book your accomodations and some
helpful advice for securing air travel. Whether you
fly straight in or take a road trip down, we hope this
booklet will help you feel more comfortable and
prepared for your stay.
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Getting around in Oklahoma City
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fo o d & d r i nk
From breakfast to late night
adv entu r e
Cool places to see and experience
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Museums, galleries, and memorials
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Hotel and flight reservation information
m o r e i nfo
Helpful stuff for out-of-towners
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Will Rogers World Airport
Best Western Plus Yukon
to Festivities Event Center
Lauren and Matt’s apartment
Oklahoma City University (Lauren’s workplace)
Integris Baptist Hospital (Matt’s workplace)
Plaza District (bars & food)
McNellie’s Public House and Fassler Hall
Bricktown
Myriad Botanical Gardens
Adventure District (zoo, science museum, racetrack)
Cowboy Hall of Fame & Western Heritage Museum
Bleu Garten (food truck park)
Louie’s on the Lake (and other restaurants)
S MUSTANG RD
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Getting downtown from your hotel is very easy. From the Best Western, take a LEFT onto S
MUSTANG RD (depending on the time of day, it might be easier to make a right onto S MUSTANG RD
and then make a U-TURN). Then make a RIGHT at the first traffic light (onramp to I-40).
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S MUSTANG RD
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40
The onramp is very long. Stay in the LEFT LANE and continue on to I-40. I-40 takes you directly into
the city. The following are some exit ramps you might want to use:
MORGAN RD
SARA RD
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WESTERN AVE (Plaza District, McNellie’s, Fassler Hall)
SHIELDS BLVD (Bricktown, Automobile Alley)
S 15TH ST
1000 ft
D R I V I N G IN OK L A H OM A C IT Y
It’s fairly easy to navigate OKC, as the city is laid out in a grid pattern flanked by several main
highways. I-40 runs east-to-west and takes you from OKC to Yukon to El Reno. I-44 runs north-tosouth (through the city, anyway) and takes you from I-40 to the north side of OKC.
SO U THE A ST YUKO N
East-west roads, apart from a few exceptions, are labeled by number. The farther away from I-40
you are, the higher the street number. Generally, roads north of I-40 are considered “north” and
roads south of I-40 are considered “south” (N 15th versus S 15th).
North-south roads are typically named (Classen, Western, Council, etc).
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Lauren and Matt’s apartment
Best Western Plus Yukon
to Festivities Event Center
CVS
Braum’s (delicious ice cream!)
Homeland Grocery Store
wine & spirits / nail salons
to downtown Oklahoma City
G E T T I N G BA C K T O YOU R H OT E L
When returning from downtown, navigate back to I-40, travelling WEST. Take EXIT 138/139 towards
YUKON (don’t accidentally get on the Kilpatrick Turnpike!). Make a LEFT onto S MUSTANG RD at
the traffic light. Turn RIGHT onto I-40 SERVICE RD.
It is about 12 miles (18 minutes without traffic) from Yukon to downtown Oklahoma City.
Fo o d & d r i nk
breakfast
El emental C o ffee R oas ter s
$$$
Minimalist cafe preparing espresso & craft coffee
from beans roasted in-house, plus tea & pastries.
815 North Hudson Ave
elementalcoffee.com
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7408 North May Ave
labaguettebistro.com
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Contemporary French
restaurant featuring local
seasonal products.
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HUNGRY FR O G R ESTAU R ANT
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There are so many delicious places to eat in OKC, including local
restaurants you can’t find anywhere else. Start your day with coffee at
Elemental, and end it with a cupcake or two from Cuppies and Joe. OKC
has some truly awesome places to grab pizza, including Hideaway, if you
want to choose from the classics, and Empire Slice, home of delicious,
offbeat concoctions like the famous “Foghorn Leghorn”.
Matt and I have never eaten here, but it gets some
pretty good reviews. If you want a retro diner
experience, try it out.
1101 North Pennsylvania Ave
CUPPI ES & J O E
$$$
Trendy cafe offering creative, delicious gourmet
cupcakes and locally roasted coffee. Located in a
converted house on 23rd, it is a little hard to find
parking, but the cupcakes are worth it.
727 Northwest 23rd St
cuppiesandjoe.com
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F ood & d r i n k
Fo o d & d r i nk
lunch
B I G TR U CK TA COS
TU C K ER ’S O NI O N B U R G ER S
$$$
$$$
Innovative Mexican street food that’s become an
iconic OKC eatery. Where else can you try Hickory
smoked cow tongue?
Bustling fast-casual chain dishing up onion burgers
(beef and turkey), fries, shakes, lemonade, and beer.
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One of our very favorites! Great,
diverse menu. Everything is about
$7 and comes to your table in under 7 minutes!
A healthy alternative to casual dining. Try their
made-to-order salads, wraps, flatbread pizzas, and
homemade soups.
120 North Robinson Ave #175W
cafe7okc.com
6475 Avondale Dr
coolgreens.com
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530 Northwest 23rd St
bigtrucktacos.com
THE M U L E
$$$
$$$
Extraordinary creations like beef dogs, lamb dogs,
duck dogs, veggie dogs, and gluten-free options
make for a hot dog experience unlike any other.
Casual, hip restaurant offering a large
beer and cocktail menu plus (gourmet grilled
cheese!) sandwiches and more. One of our favorites.
1400 Northwest 23rd St
mutts-hot-dogs.com
1630 North Blackwelder Ave
themuleokc.com
I N GR I D’S k i t ch e n
Taq u er i a R afi tas
$$$
$$$
German & American favorites plus a weekend
brunch in a combination restaurant, bakery, deli and
bar. An Okie favorite.
A little hole in the wall that serves authentic, cheap,
delicious Mexican food (including Mexican CocaCola!). They make their own red and green salsas,
and both are super tasty.
or
croque mada
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have a
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card
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F ood & d r i n k
Fo o d & d r i nk
dinner
B J ’s r e s ta u ra n t a n d brewh ouse
Hi d eaway p i zza
$$$
$$$
Delicious American food, but with a more upscale
feel. Kind of like the Cheesecake Factory, but with
really awesome, handcrafted house beers.
An Oklahoma tradition since 1957, serving truly
yummy pizzas.
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Pretty standard American fare. There are several
locations, including one right on Hefner Lake,
making it one of the only places in the city with
great outdoor seating.
Romantic restaurant with a
streetside patio serving gourmet American fare and
fine wines. Private, cozy atmosphere.
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and brews with a walk-up window, a patio,
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1215 N Walker or 9401 Lake Hefner Pkwy
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901 North Broadway Ave
hideawaypizza.com
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325 Outlet Shoppes Dr
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app!
Reserve a
table
before you
go, or pay
your bill
from your
phone.
W hi sk ey c ak e k i tc hen and b ar
$$$
Farm-to-table American dishes paired with craft
beers and lots of whiskey in brick-and-wood-lined
digs. They have their own herb garden outside!
1734 Northwest 16th St
empireslicehouse.com
1845 Northwest Expwy
whiskeycakeokc.com
Ch e e v e r ’s Ca fe
the gar ag e b u r g er s and b eer
$$$
$$$
Elegant bistro offering upscale Southwestern and
Southern cuisine plus cocktails & wines.
A well-reviewed burger joint with a great selection
of cocktails and beers.
2409 North Hudson Ave
cheeverscafe.com
1117 North Robinson Ave
eatatthegarage.com
Whoa!
They have
almost 100
different
kinds of
whiskey,
bourbon,
and scotch.
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F ood & d r i n k
Fo o d & d r i nk
bars & pubs
Okie Tip:
Saint’s is in
the Plaza
District,
among
several
other bars.
Try them all
while you’re
there!
r e p u b l i c gast ropub
Fas sl er hal l
$$$
$$$
Sophisticated American cuisine and hundreds of
beers presented in a high-design, contemporary
setting.
A German beer hall that makes its own sausages.
Order beer by the liter and enjoy it inside or out on
the heated patio.
5830 North Classen Blvd
republicgastropub.com
421 Northwest 10th St
fasslerhall.com
S a i n ts b a r a n d loun ge
The M u l e
$$$
$$$
An Irish pub in the heart of the reborn and historic
16th Street Plaza District. Great selection of oldschool cocktails.
Casual, hip restaurant offering a large beer and
cocktail menu plus (gourmet grilled cheese!)
sandwiches and more. One of our favorites.
1715 Northwest 16th St (Plaza District)
saintspubokc.com
1630 North Blackwelder Ave (Plaza District)
themuleokc.com
Gr a n d da d’s b a r
B L EU GAR TEN
$$$
$$$
A local dive bar with an old-school feel. Note: no
food is served, so eat elsewhere or catch one of the
food trucks that often stop by.
Bleu Garten is an outdoor food truck park with
both permanent and rotating trucks. It’s a popular
hangout with a relaxed atmosphere.
317 Northwest 23rd St
granddadsbar.com
301 Northwest 10th St
bleugarten.com
m cn e l l i e ’s public h ouse
u r b an w i new o r ks
$$$
$$$
Brewery-style Irish pub serving classic pub grub
and over 350 beers. If you go nowhere else, try
McNellie’s—it’s our all-time favorite hangout.
A great rustic, low-key wine bar in the trendy Plaza
District (right across the street from Empire Slice).
1100 Classen Dr
mcnelliesokc.com
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1749 Northwest 16th St (Plaza District)
Okie Tip:
Fassler
Hall is very
popular and
can be loud.
Go early or
go on an
off night.
Drink
Local!
All their
wine is
made in
Oklahoma.
They do
tastings,
too!
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ADV ENTU R E
Adventure di stri ct
c asi no s
Located in northeast Oklahoma City at the
crossroads of I-35 and I-44, the Adventure District
is home to some of the most outstanding tourist
attractions in the state. Experience the excitement
at Remington Park, make memories at the ASA
National Softball Hall of Fame Complex, take a
journey through the exciting world of the OKC Zoo,
or step into the amazing and fun world of science at
Science Museum Oklahoma.
More than 70 casinos across Oklahoma deal the
thrills of slot machines, poker, blackjack, and live
entertainment. Several of Oklahoma’s casinos
are full-fledged resorts featuring thousands of
slots, gaming tables, their own hotels, fine dining
restaurants, pools, and even golf courses. Test
your luck at the WinStar World Casino, the third
largest casino in North America, featuring electronic
gaming plazas themed after the great cities of
the world, a 12-story hotel, and an 18-hole golf
course. Or take a spin at Choctaw Casino Resort,
Downstream Casino Resort, or Riverwind Casino.
Adventure Factor:
Our Pick: See the baby elephants at the OKC Zoo!
Boathouse di stri ct
adventure
hiking to bowling: EXPERIENCE THE FUN SIDE OF OKC
There are a lot of amazing places to visit in the city (and out), many of
which cost very little or nothing at all. Wander through the beautiful
landscape of Myriad Gardens, stroll down Automobile Alley, or take a
boat through the canals in Bricktown. There are also tons of events to
attend, from street festivals to live music.
Whether you’re an athlete in training or just looking
for fun things to do in Oklahoma City, the Boathouse
District offers some of OKC’s top attractions. Get on
the water with rowing, kayaking, dragon boating,
or stand up paddle boarding. Reach for the sky with
Riversport Adventures and the brand new 700-foot
SandRidge Sky Zip across the Oklahoma River, the
SandRidge Sky Trail, the 80-ft Rumble Drop free fall,
the Sky Slide, and more.
Adventure Factor:
Our Pick: Take a zipline ride across the Oklahoma River
bri cktow n
The area now known as Bricktown, just east of the
downtown business district, was Oklahoma City’s
first warehouse and distribution district. Now a
thriving urban entertainment district, Bricktown
is home to more than 45 restaurants, many bars,
clubs, and retail shops, as well as family-friendly
attractions, museums and galleries. It’s Oklahoma
City’s premier downtown destination for sports, fine
dining, and nightlife. Among the many things to
do and see in Bricktown is Red Pin Bowling Alley, a
bowling alley that also serves as a bar & lounge.
Adventure Factor:
Our Pick: Riverwind is the closest to OKC
Whenever you visit the river, watch for the Olympic
hopefuls in rowing and canoe/kayak training on the
Oklahoma River. It’s the only river in the U.S.
designated as a U.S. Olympic and Paralympic
Training Site.
M Y R I AD B O TANI C AL GAR D ENS
The Myriad Botanical Gardens is a 17-acre botanical
garden and interactive urban park located in
downtown OKC. It’s definitely worth a visit, with
gorgeous landscaping and a great view of the city.
Adventure Factor:
Our Pick: Take group photos at the northeast waterfall
Bricktown
Adventure Factor:
Our Pick: A wine tasting along the Bricktown canal
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A DV E NTU R E
A view from Myriad Botanical Gardens
lak e he f n e r
pla za d ist ri ct
One of the top ten inland sailing places in the world,
Lake Hefner is a reservoir in northwestern OKC. It
was built in 1947 to expand the water supply for the
city, and serves as a major recreational destination,
as it is surrounded by 9.5 miles of bicycle trails. Just
north of the Oklahoma City Boat Club is the East
Wharf area, which contains several fairly upscale
restaurants and some of the best outdoor eating
views in the city.
The 16th Street Plaza District is a neighborhood
commercial district boasting Oklahoma City’s
creative, local flavor. Located on NW 16th Street
between Classen and Penn Ave, the Plaza District is
home to galleries, studios, retail shops, restaurants,
performance venues and creative services. Choose
from a variety of gourmet dining and drinking
establishments and visit retail shops featuring
artist-made, vintage and retro clothing and home
furnishings. Each second Friday of the month from
7-11pm, enjoy LIVE on the Plaza, a monthly block
party featuring live music, featured artists, special
events and local shopping.
Adventure Factor:
Our Pick: Grab a drink outside at Louie’s on the Lake
pas e o d i s tr i ct
Adventure Factor:
Our Pick: Bar hop down the district
The Historic Paseo Arts District is the oldest Arts
District Community in Oklahoma City. Today a
vibrant group of artists with substantial involvement
and support from the larger community continues
to build The Paseo Arts District into one of the most
creative art venues in the country. Intermingled
with the 25 art galleries are fabulous restaurants, art
schools, boutiques, and other businesses. Each first
Friday of the month, Paseo galleries offer special
themed exhibits, refreshments, guest artists, and a
variety of entertainment opportunities.
Adventure Factor:
Our Pick: Pick up a tshirt at Bombs Away art gallery
Plaza District
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Lake Hefner
Hi s to ry
history
museums, galleries, and memorials
Though one of the youngest states, Oklahoma is rich in history. Cultural
attractions include the National Cowboy Hall of Fame in OKC, the Will
Rogers Memorial in Claremore, the Cherokee Cultural Center with a
restored Cherokee village, the restored Fort Gibson Stockade near
Muskogee, the Lake Texoma recreation area, pari-mutuel horse racing at
Remington Park in OKC, and the Oklahoma City Museum of Art.
Hi stori c route 66
cowboy & western heritage museum
Get your kicks on more than 400 miles of Route 66
in Oklahoma. The nation’s longest driveable stretch
of Route 66 cuts through Oklahoma, making its way
past charming towns, roadside diners, and quirky
attractions. Experience Oklahoma City, Tulsa, and
authentic hometowns along the Mother Road where
you’ll meet friendly people and find unique shopping
and dining opportunities.
Formerly known as the National Cowboy Hall of
Fame, the National Cowboy & Western Heritage
Museum in Oklahoma City’s Adventure District
features an internationally renowned collection of
Western art and artifacts. Since its opening nearly
50 years ago, more than 11 million visitors from
around the world have explored this unique Western
museum (including us!).
Several state-of-the-art museums pay tribute to
America’s Main Street including the Oklahoma
Route 66 Museum in Clinton, the National
Transportation and Route 66 Museum in Elk City,
and the Route 66 Interpretive Center in Chandler.
You’ll also find gems like the Vintage Iron Rt. 66
Museum celebrating the history of the motorcycle
and the exquisite Coleman Theatre filled with
Vaudeville history.
In addition to spectacular galleries and grounds, the
Museum is home to several special events. The most
prestigious is the annual Prix de West exhibition,
a prestigious invitational art exhibit of more than
250 Western paintings and sculptures by the finest
contemporary Western artists.
Take a nostalgic ride on Route 66 and let the golden
age of the road whisper to you through brightly
colored neon signs, quaint motels, drive-in movie
theaters, and friendly small towns in Oklahoma.
Our Notes: Call us biased, but we live in Yukon, so our
favorite part of Rt.66 is where it cuts through town
next to the giant grain elevator sporting “Yukon’s Best
Flour”. You might’ve seen it in a car commercial or two.
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If you’re into Western or Native American art, check
out the gift shop. It has some really beautiful pieces
available for purchase, from jewelry to leather belts.
The National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum
in Oklahoma City is a dream for art lovers and
history buffs alike. Browse an acclaimed collection
of paintings and sculptures by great Western artists
while learning what made the cowboy the iconic
character of the Old West. Connect with America’s
past as you explore almost 200 individual artifacts
showcasing Native American life, a replica cattle
town, antique firearms, and the famous “The End
of the Trail” statue. With 18 acres of heritage and
culture, this museum paints an unparalleled picture
of Western history.
Our Notes: Walking through the beautiful sculpture
garden and watching the koi ponds, or seeing the
galleries of ornate antique firearms are great ways to
spend an afternoon.
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okl ahom a ci ty mu s e u m of a rt
okc n at ion al memori al & museum
okl ahoma state ca p i to l
m u s eu m o f o s teo l o gy
Located in downtown Oklahoma City’s Arts District,
the museum presents outstanding special and
permanent collections, as well as an extensive
collection of European and American art.
One of the city’s most notable destinations, the
Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum stands
as a celebrated example of a living monument to
honor those who were killed, those who survived,
and those changed forever by the April 19, 1995
bombing of the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building.
The Memorial and Museum are dedicated to
educating visitors about the impact of violence,
informing about events surrounding the bombing,
and inspiring hope and healing through lessons
learned by those affected. Guests will be among the
millions of visitors from across the world forever
changed by what they see and learn here.
Located on more than 100 acres in NE Oklahoma
City, the Oklahoma State Capitol features GrecoRoman architecture. The structure is comprised of
650 rooms and 11 acres of floor space with murals,
restored stained glass, a tribal flag plaza, and
changing art exhibits. The current site was chosen
in 1915 and construction was completed in 1917.
Construction of a dome was completed in 2002, a
feature that was included with the original design
plans of the building but never completed.
The Museum of Osteology, located in Oklahoma
City, is a unique educational experience. Focusing
on the form and function of the skeletal system, this
7000 square ft. museum displays hundreds of skulls
and skeletons from all corners of the world. Exhibits
include adaptation, locomotion, classification, and
diversity of the vertebrate kingdom. The Museum of
Osteology is the only one of its kind in America.
The Oklahoma City Museum of Art offers visitors
three floors dedicated to exhibiting fine works of art.
The Museum’s Special Exhibition Gallery, located on
the ground floor, presents national and international
traveling exhibitions, as well as exhibitions
organized by the museum. The second and third
floor galleries display works from the museum’s
permanent collection.
Make a stop for lunch, dinner, or Sunday brunch in
the Museum Cafe (located on the ground floor of
the Oklahoma City Museum of Art) for metropolitan
ambiance, superb cuisine and exceptional service.
This full-service restaurant offers fine dining with
a French-fusion menu. For a unique nightlife
experience, head to the Roof Terrace of the
Oklahoma City Museum of Art for Cocktails on the
Skyline.
This museum is also home to the most comprehensive
collection of Chihuly glass in the world, including a
55-ft tall glass tower.
Our Notes: The Chihuly glass exhibit is phenomenal.
Beautifully staged and lighted, the exhibit is unlike
anything you will have seen in an art museum before.
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The Outdoor Symbolic Memorial includes the Field
of Empty Chairs with each chair honoring one of
the 168 people who were killed, the monumental
bronze-clad Gates of Time, a shallow 318 foot long
reflecting pool, the promontory and Survivor Tree,
Rescuers Orchard, and a special area for children.
The Memorial Grounds are open 24 hours a day,
seven days a week.
The Oklahoma Veterans Memorial is also located
on the north side of the capitol complex. Four walls
depicting scenes of WWI, WWII, Korea, and Vietnam
wars are featured, along with a bronze statue of
“The Big Guy” who stands eight and a half feet tall
on a three and a half foot pedestal. His bronze face
has the features of a Native American and he wears
the gear of a Vietnam soldier.
The mission of the Museum of Osteology is to
provide quality educational opportunities to
area schools, groups, and the general public. The
exploration of the form and function of the skeletal
system opens the door to understanding. It is the
belief of this museum that understanding and
education leads to appreciation of the natural world
and, ultimately, to its conservation.
Visitors to the museum hear the only-known
recording of the explosion, see the chaos and
devastation immediately following the bombing,
and learn from family members of those killed,
survivors, and rescuers, in their own words, about
recovery and rebuilding.
Our Notes: Bring your tissues. This is the most moving
museum we’ve ever been to, and one of the most
thoughtful and well-done. Overwhelming at times,
but always engaging and thought-provoking, this is a
fantastic and worthwhile place to visit.
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HOTEL RESERVATI ONS
G R O U P TR ANS P O R T
Best Western Plus Yukon
11440 W I-40 Service Road
Yukon, OK 73099
(405) 265-2995
We want to make sure all of our guests have a safe
and enjoyable time. On Sunday, October 4, group
transportation will be available to take guests from
the Best Western in Yukon to Festivities Event
Center. Please mark your reply card if would like to
use this service (it helps us plan the number of seats
we will need).
For your comfort and convenience a block of rooms
has been set aside at the Best Western Plus in Yukon
for a special rate of $92/night plus tax. These
rooms can be reserved by calling (405) 265-2995
before September 25, 2015 and booking under the
“Coulson Wedding”.
Several different room types are available; however,
it is best to book early for the best choices. All rooms
are non-smoking.
your stay
travel and accommodations
Traveling to a place you’ve never been can be intimidating. That’s why
we’ve put together as much information as possible to smooth out the
kinks of travel planning. Even so, we thank you for doing your best to be
a part of our wedding day. You are very important to us, and we hope to
make this event enjoyable, memorable, and well worth the trip!
AI R & GROUND TRANS P O R TATI O N
Will Rogers World Airport (OKC)
7100 Terminal Dr
Oklahoma City, OK 73159
(405) 316-3200
If you’re flying, this is the airport you’ll want. It
is located in Oklahoma City, with easy access to
major highways and a quick 20-minute drive to the
Best Western in Yukon. Will Rogers has terminal
facilities near the baggage claim area for car rental
companies Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz,
National, and Thrifty. In addition, all of the major
Oklahoma City car rental companies have airport
service available from off-terminal locations.
When and where is pickup?
Pickup will be out front of the Best Western at
3:30pm. The car will leave precisely at 3:40... don’t
be late!
Will it take us back to the hotel after the wedding?
That’s our intention, but we don’t have specific
details or departure times yet. More information will
be available closer to the wedding date.
Can I ride with everyone else even if I’m not
staying at the Best Western?
Of course! Just mark it on your reply card so that we
can get an accurate head (or butt?) count.
I rented a car, so I don’t need group transport.
That’s your call, and it doesn’t hurt our feelings.
However, Festivities Event Center has limited
parking and we would like to give priority to local
guests who are not staying at the hotel.
This is going to be a shuttle, right? So if my feet
get too sore from dancing I can leave early?
Unfortunately we may not be able to provide
a looping shuttle service—just one departure
time. However, this is subject to change. More
information will be made available on our website
closer to the wedding date.
Forgot your toothbrush?
The Best Western is located within walking distance of a CVS and a Homeland grocery store (though
we advise you to drive, as Mustang Rd is very busy), and is a quick 5-minute drive from Target. The
Braum’s next door to the hotel also has a small grocery with fruit, bread, milk, and other staples.
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THE W EDDI NG
We will be married in an outdoor garden ceremony,
so you’ll want to dress for the weather. If it is too
cold or starts to rain, the ceremony will be held
indoors at the same location. The ceremony will
begin at 4:00 pm and the reception will end around
10:00 pm.
W EATHER
October is generally mild in Oklahoma, with
temperatures averaging 66°. The average high
for October 4th is 77° and the average low is 56°.
However, the temperature has been as high as 96°
and as low as 37°, so check the weather beforehand.
Oklahoma is also very, very windy. The wind is
constant and can be very strong.
MORE INFO
HELPFUL STUFF FOR OUT-OF-TOWNERS
We get some crazy weather here in Oklahoma. Make sure you’re
prepared for whatever happens (although chances are it will be sunny
and balmy!) and plan what do to in severe weather situations. Also learn
more about the wedding, social media use, and a rumored afterparty.
Norman, Oklahoma is home to the National Severe
Storms Laboratory, which aims to improve the
leadtime and accuracy of warnings and forecasts.
TORNADOES
A tornado is a violent windstorm characterized by
a twisting, funnel shaped cloud. It is produced by a
thunderstorm and formed when cool air overrides
a layer of warm air, forcing the warm air to rise
rapidly. Although October is not the most active
month for tornadoes in Oklahoma, they have been
known to occur.
Oklahoma City (and Yukon) have a system of
tornado sirens in place, but you can also download
apps to monitor the weather (we use WeatherAlerts
and ATsWeather). In Yukon, tornado sirens are
tested every Saturday at noon as long as the
weather is clear. So don’t be scared if you hear them!
The National Weather Service issues a tornado
watch when tornadoes are possible in your area. Be
alert for approaching storms. A tornado warning
is issued when a tornado has been sighted or
indicated by weather radar. If a tornado warning
is issued, move to a place of safety. A safe place
is a basement, storm cellar, or the lowest level of
a building. The next best place is an inner hallway
or a small inner room without windows, such as a
bathroom or closet. Get away from windows. Stay
away from corners because they tend to attract
debris. Get under a piece of sturdy furniture such as
a workbench or heavy table and hold on to it. Use
your arms to protect your head and neck. If you’re
in a car, get out immediately and take shelter in a
nearby building. Never try to outdrive a tornado.
Tornadoes can change direction quickly and can lift
up a car or truck and toss it through the air. If there is
no time to get indoors, get out of the car and lie in a
ditch or low lying area away from the vehicle. Do not
take cover under a bridge! When a tornado passes
over an overpass, the wind that is funneled under
the bridge actually increases its velocity.
SO C I AL M ED I A
Going to post that classic shot of Judy sobbing
through the ceremony? Awesome! Make sure you
tag it with #coulsonw3dding before you post.
Heard of Capsule? It’s a photo sharing app we
are using to collect everyone’s memories from
our day. Sign up by visiting trycapsule.com/
coulsonw3dding or downloading the app from
your mobile phone. Join our collection by using
the code coulsonw3dding. If you’re an Instagram
user, adding #coulsonw3dding to your photos
will automatically upload them to our Capsule
collection!
AFTER PAR TY
If the night winds down and you’re still up for more,
we will likely head downtown to continue the
festivities. You’re more than welcome to join us.
More info to come!
Q U ES TI O NS ? L O ST? G O T AR R ES TED ?
We know problems come up. If you need to get in
contact with us, feel free to text us or a member of
the bridal party. We will do our best to reply as soon
as we can! Of course, please direct all emergencies
to the proper authorities.
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Oklahoma
has produced
more
astronauts
than any
other state.
Oklahoma
averages
300 days
of sunshine
each year.
Per square mile,
Oklahoma has more
tornadoes than
any other place
on earth. It also
holds the record
for highest wind
speed ever recorded:
301 mph during
a tornado in Moore
in 1999.
“Oklahoma” is
Choctaw for
“Red People.”
(Did you know that
Matt is Choctaw?)
OK has more than 11,611
miles of shoreline—that’s
more than the East
Coast and the Gulf
of Mexico combined!
FAMOUS
OKIES
Oklahoma is placed
in the South by the
Census Bureau,
but lies partially
in the Southwest.
ACTORS &
PERSONALITIES
Kristin Chenoweth
Kathy Lee Gifford
Bill Hader
Ron Howard
James Marsden
Phil McGraw
Olivia Munn
Chuck Norris
Brad Pitt
BANDS &
MUSICIANS
All-American Rejects
Garth Brooks
The Flaming Lips
Hanson
Hinder
Toby Keith
Reba McEntire
Blake Shelton
Carrie Underwood
Bryan White
OK’s four mountain
ranges include the
Ouachitas, Arbuckles,
Wichitas, and the
Kiamichis.
OKC is the 3rd
largest city in the US
in land area, behind
Anchorage, AK
and Jacksonville, FL.
Originally Indian
Territory, the state of
OK was opened to
settlers in a “Land
Rush” in 1889. On a
given date,
prospective settlers
would be allowed
into the territory to
claim plots of land.
A few settlers entered
the territory before
the official start of
the land run; these
cheaters were called
“Sooners.”
Bet you didn’t know the following things were
invented in Oklahoma: voicemail, the personal
computer, parking meters, shopping carts,
Girl Scout cookies, the yield sign, aerosol cans,
and the electric guitar.
Oklahoma’s state
bird is the iconic
scissor-tailed
flycatcher.
Oklahoma has the
highest Native American
population of any
state, with 234
different tribes.
The temperature in
Oklahoma has been
known to change
as much as 66°
over a single day!