Visiting Enid
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Arts & Recreation
The Arts
The Enid Symphony Orchestra, Douglas Newell, Music Director, is a semi-professional orchestra comprised of musicians from within a 120-mile radius. The ESO performs an annual subscription concert series, Christmas at Pops and July 4th concert. The ESO features classical and popular guest artists of regional, national and international stature. Performances are given in the newly restored Enid Symphony Center located at 301 W. Broadway. The center includes the Symphony Hall, the Jane Champlin Art Gallery, the Eleanor Hornbaker Banquet Hall, and the Theater Ballroom. For ticket or facility rental information please contact Nancy Huey 580-237-9646.
The Gaslight Theatre presents stage productions regularly in the refurbished old Criterion movie theater just a block north of the Square on Independence. 580-234-2307.
The NOC Enid Community Band has two ensembles, a jazz band and a concert band. They meet on the campus of NOC - Enid in the Art Building. They are directed by Dr. Michael Moore & assisted by Dr. Joe Bryant. All interested musicians can apply. Call Northern Oklahoma College at 580-242-6300.
Attractions
The Museum of the Cherokee Strip,
During construction, the museum will have a space at Oakwood Mall in which to present educational programs and activities. For more information please contact Heidi Vaughn at 580-237-1907.
The Midgley Museum, located at 1001 Sequoyah, displays an eclectic assortment of objects and artifacts collected over a lifetime of rock collecting by Mr. and Mrs. Dan Midgley. Gem and mineral enthusiasts will enjoy the array and the gift shop. It is operated by the Northwest Oklahoma Masonic Lodges. Open Wednesday through Friday from 1:00 until 5:00 p.m., Saturday from 2:00 until 5:00 p.m. or by appointment. Free admission. 580-234-7265.
Southern Heights Heritage Center & Museum, located at
Veterans Museum. The Enid Woodring Wall of Honor & Veterans Park was dedicated in 2000 and is located at the Enid Woodring Regional Airport. The Wall is in honor of the men & women of the armed forces of the United States. For further information, contact Elaine Johns at 580-233-4530.
Come play and learn with us at Leonardo’s Discovery Warehouse! The Discovery Warehouse is an old red brick grocery warehouse that has been converted into a hands-on art and science museum for the whole family. Call to find out about weekly classes and special events. We are open Tuesday through Saturday from 9:30 a.m. until to 5:30 p.m. and Sunday from 2:00 until 5:00 p.m. Our outdoor area--Adventure Quest--is one of the world’s largest community-built playgrounds/science parks. Adventure Quest is an outdoor science and learning center/giant playground across the street from The Discovery Warehouse. We are open Memorial Day to Labor Day from 9:30 a.m. until 6:30 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday and 2:00 until 5:00 p.m. on Sunday. Labor Day to Memorial Day: 12-5:30 p.m., Tuesday through Friday, 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Saturday, and 2-5 p.m. Sunday. Adventure Quest is closed if the temperature is under 40º F or if it is raining or snowing. Admission is $6.00 per person for both the Discovery Warehouse and Adventure Quest. Children under 2 years old are free. Located at 200 E. Maple. Hours are subject to change, please call ahead. 580-233-ARTS(2787).
If trains fascinate you, you will enjoy the Railroad Museum of Oklahoma located at 702 N. Washington. Within the museum compound, there are eight cabooses from railroads that have served Enid, a baggage car, motor cars, a three-dome tank car, a 50-ton engine, a Champlin tank car, a Frisco 1519 Steam Engine, a Frisco boxcar and hopper car. New additions to the museum include an Amtrak lounge car, two flat cars and three other boxcars. The model railroad room includes HO-gauge, N-gauge, and Lionel layouts. Over 900 pieces of railroad dining car china plus an array of railroad memorabilia is also on display. Open Tuesday through Friday from 1 until 4:00 p.m., Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and Sunday from 2:00 until 5:00 p.m. or by appointment. Admission is donation. 580-233-3051.
Please visit the newly opened Jane Champlin Art Gallery and Educational Classroom located on the 5th floor of the Enid Symphony Center, 301 W. Broadway. 580-237-9646.
Indian Creek Village Winery is located 3 miles west of junction 58 near Ringwood on Hwy. 412, then 1/2 mile north. Visitors can tour the winery, sample the wines and purchase a gift basket, hand-crated items or wine accessories in the gift shop. 580-883-4919 or www.indiancreekvillage.com
Recreation
Oklahoma's only professional basketball franchise, the Oklahoma Storm plays all of their home games at the venerable Mark Price Arena in downtown Enid. For ticket and sponsor information Contact the Storm at 580-237-8676 or www.theoklahomastorm.com
David Allen Memorial Ballpark is located in downtown Enid at 301 S. Grand. The ballpark is used for high school, college and American Legion baseball; state, regional and national baseball tournaments; outdoor concerts and special events. For information call 580-548-0396 or visit www.davidallenballpark.org.
Dickinson Theatres at Oakwood Mall. Call for movie times. 580-233-7469.
The Enid Motor Speedway, located at the Garfield County Fairgrounds, conducts car races every Saturday night 7:00 p.m., March through October. 580-233-9755.
Oakwood Bowl, 4709 W. Garriott, is a 40-lane facility and is open Sunday through Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m., Friday 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m. 580-233-8712
Kiwanitrain and fun rides at Meadowlake Park. Open from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Train rides and carousel are $1.00 and other rides are .50˘. Open weekdays 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. and weekends 3:30 to 9:30 p.m. Extended hours on holidays. For more information or to rent rides for parties, call Wendall Welker at 234-8832.
Meadowlake Miniature Golf at Meadowlake Park is open Monday through Thursday 5:00 to 10:00 p.m., Friday from 5:00 to 11 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 1:00 to 11:00 p.m. in season. Admission is $3.00. 580-234-7597.
Splash Zone Water Park, 1122 Trails West, south of Steven’s Ford. Open noon to 8 p.m. daily, Memorial Day through Labor Day. Snack bar, volleyball and basketball courts available. Call 580-242-5152 to schedule a company or birthday party. Visit our web site at www.splashz.com.
Putt-Putt Golf Course, at 710 Overland Trail is located behind the Cinema Twin Theater. Open noon 7 days a week in season. 580-237-7888.
Comet Go Carts, 3200 N. 4th. 580-234-8689.
Fitness and Exercise
The Denny Price Family YMCA of Enid features Northwest Oklahoma’s most complete fitness facility. This 63,000 square foot facility includes two full sized gymnasiums, two complete Cybex and cardio vascular centers, indoor running track, free weight room and two racquetball courts. New additions to the facility include a family adventure center with climbing wall, spacious locker rooms and an indoor swimming pool complex with a lap/exercise pool and family recreation pool. The Denny Price Family YMCA also provides programs for the whole family such as youth and adult sports leagues, aerobic classes, swim lessons, water exercise, after school care, summer day camp and much more. For more information call 580-237-4645 or visit us at www.enidymca.com.
Vital Signs Fitness Center is a medically based wellness facility that offers a full-line of health and fitness services. Our professional, certified and dedicated staff offers unique programs to challenge all fitness levels. Call 580-233-0181 for more information.
Golf
Meadowlake Municipal Golf Course is an 18-hole course just east of the intersection of Rupe and Cleveland. Green fees are $14 on weekdays and $17 on weekends. Call for tee times. 580-234-3080.
Oakwood Country Club is a private, 18-hole course that has hosted regional amateur and PGA events. Located at 1601 N. Oakwood. 580-242-5408.
Northern Hills Golf Course at 303 S. Montgomery, is a 9-hole hilly layout. Open at 8 a.m. on weekdays and 7 a.m. on weekends. Green fees are $8 on weekdays and $9 on weekends and holidays. 580-234-5131.
Golden Oaks Golf Course is a par-3 pitch and putt course located at 5801 N. Oakwood. Open Monday through Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to dark and Sunday from 1:00 p.m. to dark. Green fees are $5 for nine holes and $2.00 for an additional 9 holes. A large bucket of driving range balls is $3.00 and a small bucket is $1.50. 580-233-2762.
Turkey Creek Golf Club is a par 70, 18-hole course located 5 miles west of Hennessey on Highway 51. Green fees are $10 Monday through Friday before 10 a.m., $15 after 10 a.m. and $20 on weekends. The fee is includes a cart. For more information call 405-853-2100.
Rolling Meadows Golf Club is a challenging 9 holes, located 17 miles east of Enid on Highway 412 and 1 1/2 miles south. 580-863-2207
Pheasant Run Golf Club is an 18-hole, par 72, championship, link-style course with water in play on twelve holes and four sets of tees for players of every ability level. Green fees are $15 on weekdays and $20 on weekends and holidays. A bag of balls at the driving range is $1.50. Cart rental is $10 per person and Mulligan’s Bar & Grill offers full food and beverage service. Located at 1702 Clubhouse Drive just west of Garland Road. 580-233-2355
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Kenwood Blvd.
P.O. Box 907
Enid, OK 73702
(580) 237-2494.
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