The Public Square: What OKC festivals and outdoor events are your favorites?

The Public Square is a Viewpoints feature that seeks engagement from readers to questions on various issues of the day. Follow The Oklahoman on Facebook and on Twitter @TheOklahoman_ for weekly prompts for The Public Square.
The Public Square is a Viewpoints feature that seeks engagement from readers to questions on various issues of the day. Follow The Oklahoman on Facebook and on Twitter @TheOklahoman_ for weekly prompts for The Public Square.

This week, we asked readers about their favorite OKC festivals and outdoor events. Here are some of their responses:

  • "I love the arts festivals, I like them because I learn that there is not one 'correct' technique or style. I also like the farmer's market, it helps me find small vendors that produce great quality products locally."

— Xiclali Villa, Edmond

  • "I really enjoy the festival of the arts in OKC and the pride festival."

— Yenei Perez, Oklahoma City

  • "I really like the farmer's markets. It brings a lot of different people together to sell their unique items. I also love the embrace of Hispanic cultural events, like Cinco de Mayo and El Día de la Independencia."

— Marylou Jimenez, Woodward

  • "I like going to see the OKC Philharmonic at Scissortail Park!"

— Angela Medford, Oklahoma City

  • "The arts festival is my favorite!"

— Raegan Mach, Oklahoma City

  • "My favorites are the farmers' markets and arts festivals."

— Nina Thomas, Oklahoma City

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