Beat the Heat in Oklahoma City - 405 Magazine

Beat the Heat in Oklahoma City

Water activities, seasonal drinks, the best ways to cool down and more in the Oklahoma City metro

Beat the Heat poolside at Fordson Hotel's Pool Bar + Bodega. Model: Miranda Humphrey, Jewelry provided by: Naifeh Fine Jewelry, Accessories provided by: Balliets, Photo by: Shea Alan Photography.

Summertime in Oklahoma is unmatched. The sky blazes blue, the sun’s warmth envelops you and the days stretch longer, making more room for more amazing summer memories. Whether you’re looking to keep the kids entertained while school’s out for summer or searching for ways to beat the Oklahoma heat, we’ve got you covered. From refreshing, adventurous water activities and chilly, ice-cold treats to posting up to enjoy the A/C in your favorite local spots, this guide offers tips, tricks and ideas to help you and your loved ones stay cool and have fun this summer in the OKC metro area.

 

Take a group out for whitewater rafting with Riversport OKC. Photo provided.

OKC SUMMER WATER ACTIVITIES

We might be a landlocked state, but there is no shortage of fun to be had when it comes to water activities in the metro area.

 

 

UpDown offers many fun arcade games, cold drinks, and food to help you beat the heat this summer in OKC.

OKC SUMMER INDOOR ACTIVITIES

Game On! It’s time to Beat the Heat indoors where the A/C is on full blast.

Clarity Coffee’s Cool Down iced latte. Photo provided.

OKC FROZEN DELIGHTS

Summer in Oklahoma City is infamously scorching, but rather than hibernate by the A/C for months on end, head out to check out these local, ice-cold treats!

Beat the Heat poolside at Fordson Hotel’s Pool Bar + Bodega. Model: Miranda Humphrey, Jewelry provided by: Naifeh Fine Jewelry, Accessories provided by: Balliets, Photo by: Shea Alan Photography.

OKC SUMMER SIPS

Where are your summer sips taking you? Use this handy guide to map out your seasonal drinking plans.

 

For more ways to Beat the Heat this summer, click here to check out our full July 2024 issue