The Uptown 23rd District of OKC sends this information as posted below:
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — Uptown 23rd District invites the community to gather for the annual Uptown Outside block party on Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 4–10 p.m. This year’s celebration will stretch just north of NW 23rd Street from Guernsey to Dewey, filling the corridor with live entertainment, delicious food, local vendors, and vibrant art.
The fall festival returns with a few exciting updates. No longer overlapping with the Oklahoma State Fair, Uptown Outside now offers guests a chance to enjoy crisp autumn weather in a more intimate, walkable space, with booths and activities just steps away from each other to encourage community and connection. The 2025 event also looks ahead to next year’s 100th anniversary of Route 66 and the upcoming Uptown 23rd Streetscape Project, which will transform the district into a safer, more walkable destination while honoring its rich history.
New this year, Uptown Uncorked is back and will take place during Uptown Outside from 6–8 p.m. inside Egg & Ca Phe. This ticketed, intimate tasting event will feature curated small bites from 5 Uptown restaurants, giving guests a chance to savor local flavors. Tickets are $50 and all proceeds go towards supporting district programs and beautification efforts.
Attendees can expect local food trucks and restaurants, craft beverages, live music, and live art demonstrations. The event is designed for all ages, showcasing the creativity, diversity, and community spirit that define Oklahoma City’s Uptown 23rd.
“Uptown Outside is our way of opening the streets to the people who make this district special,” said Helen Palmer, Uptown 23rd Marketing Manager. “It’s about celebrating our neighborhood’s energy, supporting local businesses, and connecting with neighbors and visitors alike.”
Friends of Uptown members get the inside track at Uptown Outside with exclusive perks, including access to Uptown Outside VIP area, complimentary Stonecloud collab brews and more. Members also enjoy special benefits year-round, just one of the many benefits of joining.
Right now, guests can snag a one-year Friends of Uptown duo membership for $80 if purchased by October 18. Membership unlocks unique ways to explore Uptown 23rd: VIP events, local business specials, Uptown swag, and fresh opportunities to experience 23rd Street like never before.
Uptown Outside is organized by Friends of Uptown Foundation with the support of Uptown 23rd District Association. Admission is free. Guests are encouraged to mark their calendars, invite friends, and explore all the district has to offer.
For event details and updates, visit uptown23rd.com/uptown-outside.
About the Uptown 23rd District
Uptown 23rd in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma is located between Broadway and Western. Along our historic Route 66 corridor are iconic architectural structures like Tower Theatre, the Gold Dome, the Milk Bottle building, The Rise development, and more. Amidst the district, you’ll find everything from local concerts, OKC’s best wings, to a new hairstyle and fine dining. Several local business owners have decades of business stewardship on 23rd Street, lending continuity and history to the area. At the west end, historic Oklahoma City University builds students into the future foundation of Oklahoma’s business and cultural community.
The Uptown 23rd District Association was formed in 2012 for the express purpose of restoring vibrancy and vitality to NW 23rd Street. The association, a non-profit organized as a 501(c)(4), supports and promotes a wide variety of Uptown businesses. Since its formation, Uptown 23rd has successfully hosted a number of programs and improvements in-district.
Friends of Uptown Foundation was formed in 2023 for the express purpose of restoring vibrancy and vitality to NW 23rd Street. The association, a non-profit organized as a 501(c)(3), programs events and activities that strengthens and celebrates Oklahoma City’s vibrant Uptown community.
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