Enid Buzz

Downtown Ice Skating
2025-11-23 16:00 - 2026-01-04 18:00 (America/Chicago) | Holidays On Ice, 400 S. Independence, Enid, OK, 73701, United States
Holidays on Ice in Downtown Enid, presented by Main Street Enid, will be located in the parking lot between the Stride Bank Center and the art installation Under Her Wing was the Universe. The 2025 season for this real ice (not synthetic) rink opens November 23 and will run through January 4.
The rink will be open to the public from Wednesday through Sunday November 23 through December 21, with private events on Monday and Tuesday. During the Holiday break December 22 through January 4, the rink will operate daily.
Season passes, groups and party packages are being booked NOW! Individual tickets will be available for walk up purchase.
Admission: All-day passes (including skates)
$15 for anyone 6 years old or older
$12 for military or if you bring your own skates
$10 for children age 5 and under.
No charge if you are just watching
Season Passes: $100/person
Special group rates are available for parties of 11 or more, and we offer unique fundraiser opportunities for groups and organizations, who can earn $5 per ticket sold with a personalized event URL.
Hours:
November 23-December 21
Wednesday-Thursday: 4-9 pm
Friday: 4-10 pm
Saturday: 12-10 pm
Sunday: 12-6 pm
December 22-January 4
Monday: 2-9 pm
Tuesday: 12-5 pm
Wednesday-Thursday: 2-9 pm
Friday: 2-10 pm
Saturday: 12-10 pm
Sunday: 12-6 pm

The One Downtown Christmas Tree
2025-11-30 00:00 - 2026-01-11 23:59 | Park St., 100 W. Park St., Enid, OK, 73701, United States
The One is a multi-event experience spanning through the holidays in Enid, Oklahoma. The keystone of the event, the Christ Tree, is a 102 foot artificial tree and a 20 foot tall bright Bethlehem star. The tree is adorned with nearly 35,000 RBG lights, providing a spectacular light show choreographed to perfectly chosen Christmas music at the top of each hour.
The One Christmas light shows begin at the top of each hour starting at 6:00 until midnight. The light shows last approx 10-15 minutes.
If you want to enjoy The One: Bright Lights from the comfort of your cozy car, you can tune your radio to FM 93.1.
All other times the tree is just twinkling.

BAT Express & Mini BAT Express
2025-12-04 18:00 - 2026-01-03 21:00 | Downtown Enid, Downtown Square, Enid, 73701, United States
The BAT (Big Adventure Train) Express is a 1985 5-ton Army truck covered in over 4,000 lights. Tours will go all over downtown Enid. The truck holds up to 20 people.
The Mini BAT Express is an 80-foot long barrel train covered in over 2,000 lights. No age limit to ride the Mini BAT. If you can fit, you can sit.
Season dates below. Times are 6-9:00pm. (may open early and stay later on special event days). Contact thebatexpress@gmail.com.
Nov, 29th - 30th
Dec. 4th - 7th
Dec. 11th - 14th
Dec. 18th - 24th
Closed Dec. 25th
Dec. 26th - Jan. 3rd
*Times may very on special event days*

Christmas Eve Services
2025-12-24 15:00 - 21:00 | Enid, Oklahoma, Enid, OK, United States
Christmas Eve Services for Wednesday, December 24, 2025. This may not be a complete list of services.
• 5FChurch
YouTube - Kathryn Krick
Starts at 7:20pm
• Central Assembly
1202 W. Oxford
Christmas Eve Service at 5:30pm
• Central Christian Church
1111 W. Broadway
Candlelight Service at 7:00pm
• Crosspoint Church
2500 N. Van Buren (behind Blazes BBQ)
Christmas Eve Service at 5:00pm
• Emmanuel Enid
2505 W. Owen K. Garriott
Christmas Eve Services at 3:00pm & 4:30pm
• Enid First Assembly
905 N. Oakwood
Candlelight Service at 5:00pm
• First Baptist Church
401 W. Maine
Christmas Eve Service at 5:30pm
• First United Methodist
401 W. Randolph
Interactive Children’s Service at 4:00pm
Candlelight Service at 6:00pm
• Garber First Baptist
315 E. Garber Rd, Garber, OK 73738
Christmas Eve Service at 6:00pm
• House of Grace
729 W. Willow
Christmas Eve Service at 5:00pm
• Oakwood Christian Church
401 N. Oakwood
Christmas Eve Service times will be at 3:30pm, 5:00pm, 6:30pm.
• Open Door Church
831 E. Broadway Ave
Christmas Eve Services at 4:00pm & 5:00pm
• Redeemer Lutheran Church
215 S. Cleveland
Candlelight Service at 6:00pm
• St. Paul’s Lutheran Church
17th & Broadway Ave
Candlelight Service at 8:00pm
• Wakita United Methodist Church
202 Maple St, Wakita, OK 73771
Christmas Eve Service at 7:00pm
• Westminster Church
2217 Constitution Ave.
Candlelight Service at 6:00pm
• Willow View Church
3525 W. Purdue
Candlelight Service 6:00pm
• World Harvest Church
1417 S. Garland Rd.
Christmas Eve Service at 5:00pm - also live streaming on Facebook and YouTube

Merry Christmas
2025-12-25 00:00 - 23:30 | OK
From all of us at Enid Buzz, here’s wishing you a Merry Christmas and a peaceful holiday season. Thanks for sticking with us through another year of local news, community stories, and everything happening around Enid. Whether you’re celebrating at home, traveling, or gathering with family, we hope your holiday is filled with good food, good company, and a little time to slow down. See you around town, Enid.

Special Screening of 67 Bombs to Enid
2026-01-06 19:00 - 21:00 | Stride Bank Ballrooms, 301 S. Independence St., Enid, OK, 73701, United States
Stride Bank Center is proud to announce a special one-night-only screening of 67 Bombs to Enid on Thursday, January 8, bringing this powerful and locally resonant film to the big screen for the Enid community.
67 Bombs to Enid is a gripping and emotionally charged documentary-style film that explores the events and decisions that shaped a pivotal moment in regional history. Blending historical insight, personal testimony, and cinematic storytelling, the film weaves together the experiences of those who lived through the era and the lasting impact it has had on the city of Enid. Through interviews, archival materials, and dramatic recreations, 67 Bombs to Enid provides viewers with a compelling and thought-provoking look at a chapter of local heritage that continues to echo today.

Lecture Series: Reed Timmer
2026-02-13 19:30 - 21:00 | Stride Bank Ballrooms, 301 S. Independence St., Enid, OK, 73701, United States
The Stride Bank Center is thrilled to announce a dynamic four-part lecture series that will ignite curiosity, spark conversation, and entertain fans of the fascinating and the mysterious.
Kicking off this winter, this series invites the public to explore a wide range of thrilling topics, from extreme weather to the supernatural, true crime, and classic rock history.
🎤 Lecture Lineup:
Dominating the Storm with Reed Timmer – February 13, 2026
One of the world’s most renowned storm chasers shares his heart-pounding adventures tracking extreme weather.
Haunted Objects with Greg & Dana Newkirk – March 21, 2026
Paranormal investigators and creators of the Traveling Museum of the Paranormal & Occult dive into the eerie world of haunted artifacts. (Following Odd Oklahoma Expo)
Serial Killers with Dr. Scott Bonn – May 16, 2026
Criminologist, author, and expert on serial offenders explores the psychology and patterns of infamous killers.
Deconstructing The Dark Side of the Moon with Scott Frieman – June 13, 2026
Musicologist Scott Frieman takes audiences behind the scenes of Pink Floyd’s iconic album in a multimedia deep dive.

Lecture Series: Haunted Objects
2026-03-21 19:30 - 21:00 | Stride Bank Ballrooms, 301 S. Independence St., Enid, OK, 73701, United States
The Stride Bank Center is thrilled to announce a dynamic four-part lecture series that will ignite curiosity, spark conversation, and entertain fans of the fascinating and the mysterious.
Kicking off this winter, this series invites the public to explore a wide range of thrilling topics, from extreme weather to the supernatural, true crime, and classic rock history.
🎤 Lecture Lineup:
Haunted Objects with Greg & Dana Newkirk – March 21, 2026
Paranormal investigators and creators of the Traveling Museum of the Paranormal & Occult dive into the eerie world of haunted artifacts. (Following Odd Oklahoma Expo)
Serial Killers with Dr. Scott Bonn – May 16, 2026
Criminologist, author, and expert on serial offenders explores the psychology and patterns of infamous killers.
Deconstructing The Dark Side of the Moon with Scott Frieman – June 13, 2026
Musicologist Scott Frieman takes audiences behind the scenes of Pink Floyd’s iconic album in a multimedia deep dive.

Lecture Series: Serial Killers
2026-05-16 19:30 - 21:00 | Stride Bank Ballrooms, 301 S. Independence St., Enid, OK, 73701, United States
The Stride Bank Center is thrilled to announce a dynamic four-part lecture series that will ignite curiosity, spark conversation, and entertain fans of the fascinating and the mysterious.
Kicking off this winter, this series invites the public to explore a wide range of thrilling topics, from extreme weather to the supernatural, true crime, and classic rock history.
🎤 Lecture Lineup:
Serial Killers with Dr. Scott Bonn – May 16, 2026
Criminologist, author, and expert on serial offenders explores the psychology and patterns of infamous killers.
Deconstructing The Dark Side of the Moon with Scott Frieman – June 13, 2026
Musicologist Scott Frieman takes audiences behind the scenes of Pink Floyd’s iconic album in a multimedia deep dive.

Lecture Series: Scott Frieman
2026-06-13 19:30 - 21:00 | Stride Bank Ballrooms, 301 S. Independence St., Enid, OK, 73701, United States
The Stride Bank Center is thrilled to announce a dynamic four-part lecture series that will ignite curiosity, spark conversation, and entertain fans of the fascinating and the mysterious.
Kicking off this winter, this series invites the public to explore a wide range of thrilling topics, from extreme weather to the supernatural, true crime, and classic rock history.
🎤 Lecture Lineup:
Deconstructing The Dark Side of the Moon with Scott Frieman – June 13, 2026
Musicologist Scott Frieman takes audiences behind the scenes of Pink Floyd’s iconic album in a multimedia deep dive.
