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Fulfill your New Year's Resolution in Oklahoma City's Adventure District

Posted by on 12/28/2009

OKLAHOMA CITY– This year, make your New Year’s resolution one you can keep. Make a resolution to spend more time with family and in Oklahoma City’s Adventure District you can do just that. Families can experience adventure through a broad range of entertainment options that are perfect for numerous family outings.

The Adventure District is located at the crossroads of I-35 and I-44 where families can visit six outstanding attractions—all located within two miles of one another. Each with free parking, the attractions include the Oklahoma City Zoo, National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, Remington Park Racing Casino, ASA National Softball Hall of Fame, Cinemark Tinseltown USA Theater and the Oklahoma State Firefighters Museum.

Named the third-most family-friendly zoo in the nation, the Oklahoma City Zoo and Botanical Garden is home to more than 2,200 of the world’s most exotic animals spanning 110 beautifully landscaped acres. Families can catch a ride through the Zoo on the Safari Tram or take to Zoo Lake in the swan paddleboats and don’t miss the new Children’s Zoo opening this spring.

Western heritage comes alive at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum through stunning art, historical objects and professional exhibitions in a breathtaking setting.  From fine art, pop culture and firearms to Native American objects, historical cowboy gear, unique shopping and dining, the museum is a must-see destination for those of all ages.

Catch a great softball game at the ASA National Softball Hall of Fame Stadium, which   hosts thousands of participants and spectators each year during the Big 12 Women’s Softball Championship, NCAA Women’s College World Series and World Cup of Softball. The Hall of Fame also complex features a fascinating museum and gift shop complete with USA Softball collectables.

Across the street at the Oklahoma State Firefighters Museum guests see the majestic two-story “Fallen and Living Firefighters Memorial.” Also outside, the junior firefighters activity center invites children to play while they learn important fire safety messages. An audio tour inside the museum tells of the impressive collection of antique firefighting apparatus, tools and machinery used since 1736.

Families can catch live or simulcast horse racing together at Remington Park, Oklahoma’s finest horse-racing facility. Remington Park features both Thoroughbred and Quarter Horse seasons along with live music and fine dining.

Enjoy one of Hollywood’s latest hits with the family at Cinemark Tinseltown USA Theater. Tinseltown features the lowest admission prices with comforts including reclining seats, concession areas and the newest in sound and 3-D digital technology.

For more information about Oklahoma City’s Adventure District or to request a brochure with valuable savings on admission, call 405-290-PLAY or visit www.okcadventure.com.

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