From 'Triangle of Sadness' to Galentine's brunch, here's where to celebrate Valentine's Day in OKC

Brandy McDonnell, Oklahoman

February 8, 2023 at 12:20 PM·10 min read

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It's almost Feb. 14, and that means love is in the air.

For many pairs, Valentine's Day — despite its bloody history — supplies the perfect excuse to plan a date night and make some romance.

But any parent who has watched their child collect an assortment of little cartoon-adorned cards knows that Valentine's Day isn't just for couples: Youngsters often want to get in on the lovey-dovey fun, too.

Plus, more women are celebrating Galentine's Day, a friendly Feb. 13 occasion where they can gather their gal pals and celebrate their bond.

Fortunately, many Oklahoma City venues, museums and theaters are planning events where pleasure-seekers can celebrate Valentine's Day and Galentine's Day, with options ranging from the family-friendly Potato Dance World Championships to the steamy Adele Wolf Valentine's Affair burlesque show.

'Nicole Moan Fashion Show: The Ceramic Corset Experience'

Oklahoma artist Nicole Moan's signature ceramic corsets will be showcased Feb. 9 in a special Valentine's Day installment of the Oklahoma City Museum of Art's Art After 5 program.

When and where: 6 to 8 p.m. Feb. 9, Oklahoma City Museum of Art.

Information: https://www.facebook.com/OKCMOA.

Oklahoma artist Nicole Moan's signature ceramic corsets will be showcased in a special Valentine's Day installment of the museum's Art After 5 program. Festivities will include a cash bar featuring floral-based cocktails by WanderFolk Spirits, pastries by Ganache Patisserie, an exclusive runway fashion show, access to all the museum's exhibits and more.

Galentine's on 9th Street

When and where: 4 to 7 p.m. Feb. 9, Factory Obscura's Mix-Tape.

Information: https://www.factoryobscura.com.

Galentine's Day celebrants can gather up their girls a few days early for a special love-themed scavenger hunt inside the interactive art playground that is Mix-Tape, plus special offers at the surrounding restaurants and shops.

‘The Art of Food' opening celebration

When and where: 6 to 9 p.m. Feb. 9, Oklahoma Contemporary Arts Center.

Information: https://oklahomacontemporary.org/exhibitions/current/the-art-of-food.

What's Valentine's Day without tempting treats? Art lovers can celebrate the opening of the new exhibit "The Art of Food: From the Collections of Jordan D. Schnitzer and His Family Foundation" with light bites, drinks and a live DJ. Featuring more than 100 works by 36 well-known contemporary artists, including Damien Hirst, Andy Warhol and Oklahoma's own Ed Ruscha, the exhibit is on view through May 22.

Cirque du Soleil is performing its traveling show "Corteo" Feb. 9-12 at Oklahoma City's Paycom Center.

'Cirque du Soleil: Corteo'

Where and when: 7:30 p.m. Feb. 9-10; 3:30 and 7:30 p.m. Feb. 11; and 1 p.m. Feb. 12, Paycom Center.

Information: https://www.paycomcenter.com/events.

The contemporary circus company's new touring show plunges audiences into a theatrical world of fun, comedy and fantastical feats set in a mysterious space between Heaven and Earth.

'A Company of Wayward Saints'

When and where: 8 p.m. Feb. 9-11 and 16-18 and 2:30 p.m. Feb. 12 and 19, Jewel Box Theatre.

Information: https://jewelboxokc.com.

The long-running community theater presents George Herman's comedy about a troupe of touring performers eager to leave the road, but with one problem: They don't have the money to make it home. A wealthy duke offers them to the necessary funds if they do one performance for him — the only catch is he wants to see them perform the whole history of man.

Oklahoma City Ballet's 'Cinderella'

When and where: 7:30 p.m. Feb. 10-11 and 2 p.m. Feb. 12, plus a sensory-friendly show at 2 p.m. Feb. 11, at the Civic Center.

Information: https://www.okcballet.org.

OKC Ballet brings back one of the most famous fairy tales of all time, with world-premiere choreography by new Artistic Director Ryan Jolicoeur-Nye. The OKC Philharmonic will play Sergei Prokofiev’s enchanted score live at each performance of the family-friendly production.

An Affair of the Heart

When and where: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Feb. 10-11 and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Feb. 11, OKC Fairgrounds.

Information: https://www.aaoth.com.

The long-running contemporary craft show will include more than 500 booths featuring handmade items, boutique pieces and gourmet foods, from jewelry, clothing and upcycled furniture to home décor, handcrafted lotions and soaps.

'The Girl with the Green Eyes'

When and where: 8 p.m. Feb. 10-11 and 2:30 p.m. Feb. 12, 3rd Act Theatre.

Information: https://www.facebook.com/3rdActTheatreCo.

Dramatic types can add a little noir to their Valentine's Day with the nonprofit community theater's production of Clyde Fitch's early 1900s play, adapted by Kate Adams. After her fairytale wedding, jealousy creeps into Jinny Austin’s life as her new husband, Jack, seems to draw closer to her friend Ruth.

'Triangle of Sadness'

When and where: 5:30 p.m. Feb. 10 and 2 and 8 p.m. Feb. 11, Oklahoma City Museum of Art.

Information: https://www.okcmoa.com/films.

Feeling cynical about relationships, influencers and/or rich people? If you have a strong stomach and a dark sense of humor, check out Swedish provocateur Ruben Östlund's latest film, which is nominated for three Oscars. What starts as a satirical romance turns into a graphic farce as a couple of quarrelsome young models (Harris Dickinson and Charlbi Dean) join a group of ultra-wealthy vacationers on an ill-fated luxury cruise.

Factory Obscura's V-Day Bash

When and where: 7 to 9:30 p.m. Feb. 11, Factory Obscura's Mix-Tape.

Information: https://www.factoryobscura.com.

Celebrate love in all its forms with a Valentine's-theme group art show and live music by heartspace and Poor Sap.

Potato Dance World Championships

When and where: 1 to 4 p.m. Feb. 11, First Americans Museum.

Information: https://famok.org/potato-dance.

The museum last year introduced this new Valentine's Day tradition: a not-so-traditional presentation of the traditional Native American social dance. Pairs of participants will place a potato between their foreheads and dance to the drums of the group Blackbird. The last pair standing with their potato intact earns a $250 gift certificate to the museum store. Oklahoma actor Lane Factor of "Reservation Dogs" will be this year's celebrity judge.

YWCA Galentine’s Day brunch

When and where: 10 a.m. to noon Feb. 11, Skirvin Hilton Hotel.

Information: https://www.ywcaokc.org/events/galentines-day.

The fundraiser will include a breakfast with mimosas, a photo booth, swag bags and raffles.

Adèle Wolf's 11th Annual Valentine's Day Affair

Adele Wolf will host her 11th Annual Valentine's Affair burlesque and variety show Feb. 11 at the Auditorium at The Douglass.

When and where: 8 to 10:30 p.m. Feb. 11, The Auditorium at The Douglass.

Information: https://www.adelewolf.com.

The internationally renowned Oklahoma performer and producer will celebrate the good, the bad and the ugly of love with a world-class, Las Vegas-style burlesque and variety revue. Attendees are encouraged to come dressed in a Valentine's-theme costume or in cocktail attire.

First Americans Museum's Valentine 49 Dinner + Ballet

When and where: 5:15 p.m. Feb. 14, First Americans Museum.

Information: https://www.facebook.com/FAMokMuseum.

The First Americans Museum's Thirty Nine Restaurant will serve a three-course dinner accompanied by a 30-minute performance by the OKC Ballet of “Spider Brings Fire,” a new classical ballet based on the ancient Chickasaw legend and a segment of “The Five Moons” ballet. The music was composed by renowned Chickasaw classical composer Jerod Impichchaachaaha' Tate. Reservations are required.

'The Princess Bride: An Interactive Screening'

When and where: 8 p.m. Feb. 14, Rodeo Theatre at Stockyards.

Information: https://www.rodeocinema.org.

The nonprofit movie theater will show the beloved 1987 tale of "fencing, fighting, torture, revenge, giants, monsters, chases, escapes, true love, miracles" at an inconceivable interactive event featuring pre-show trivia, prize giveaways, prop bags, interactive duels and surprises.

Anthrax and Black Label Society

When and where: 5:30 p.m. Feb. 14, The Criterion.

Information: https://criterionokc.com.

Metal fans can head-bang through the holiday, as both co-headliners will play full sets, with special guest Exodus opening the show.

'Jesus Christ Superstar'

When and where: 8 p.m. Feb. 14, 7:30 p.m. Feb. 15-16, 8 p.m. Feb. 17, 2 and 8 p.m. Feb. 18 and 1:30 and 7 p.m. Feb. 19, Civic Center.

Information: https://www.okcbroadway.com/jesuschristsuperstar.

It was Jesus who said "Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends," and this venerable musical chronicles the final days of Christ before his crucifixion. With lyrics and music by Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony winners Tim Rice and Lloyd Webber, this touring production is marking the 50th anniversary of the rock opera.

Double Date Double Feature

When and where: 6 p.m. Feb. 16, Rodeo Theatre at Stockyards.

Information: https://www.facebook.com/RodeoCinema.

Film fans can wear their best snuggly sweaters and see "Sleepless in Seattle" and "When Harry Met Sally," two classic rom-coms from the late, great filmmaker Nora Ephron.

Stepmom

When and where: 7 p.m. Feb. 16, Ponyboy.

Information: https://www.ponyboyokc.com.

The OKC all-female orchestral dream punk band plays a hometown concert.

'Big River'

When and where: Various times Feb. 16-March 11, Lyric at the Plaza.

Information: https://lyrictheatreokc.com.

Celebrate the enduring friendship between Huck and Jim in this Tony Award-winning musical adaptation of Mark Twain's "Adventures of Huckleberry Finn" with music by Oklahoma's own Roger Miller. Lyric Theatre is opening its 60th anniversary season with a family-friendly hourlong version of the show as the fifth installment in its Theatre for Young Audiences series.

ArtxFacts: Dating with Dinos

When and where: 6 to 8 p.m. Feb. 17, Sam Noble Museum, Norman.

Information: https://samnoblemuseum.ou.edu.

Participants 12 and older can take a behind-the-scenes tour of the vertebrate paleontology collection and learn about some of the University of Oklahoma natural history museum's lesser-known specimens. Then, the OU Print Club will help attendees make dinosaur-themed prints. Registration closes Feb. 10.

Latrice Royale

When and where: 7 p.m. Feb. 17, Tower Theatre

Information: https://towertheatreokc.com.

The "RuPaul’s Drag Race" star will perform a Valentine’s Day-themed show.

'Pageant: The Musical'

When and where: 7 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays Feb. 17-April 21, The Boom.

Information: https://www.theboomokc.com.

The musical comedy follows six contestants — all played by men — competing for the title of Miss Glamouresse in the swimsuit, talent, gown and spokesmodel categories. Judges, selected from the audience, vote and determine the winner, ensuring a different ending for each performance. Dinner service is available starting at 5:30 p.m.

Kylie Morgan and Jay Allen

When and where: 7 p.m. Feb. 24, Oklahoma Ranch.

Information: https://www.facebook.com/ORCountry.

Rising country music singer and Newcastle native Kylie Morgan returns to her home state, accompanied by her new husband and fellow country crooner Jay Allen, who was a standout on Season 22 of "The Voice." They will perform at the newly reopened "Bricktown's Rockin’ Country Bar," formerly known as Cowboy Ranch.

'The Soul II Soul Tour'

When and where: Feb. 24, Paycom Center