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January
LIVE! on the Plaza
Sunday, January 12th, noon-4 pm
About: Not theme specific, general block partyFebruary
LOVE! on the Plaza
Friday, February 14th, 6-10 pm
About: Valentine’s-themed block party2025 State of the Plaza: Private Event
Tuesday, March 3rd, 5:30-7 pm
Location: Anthem Brewing, 908 SW 4th St, OKC, OK 73109
About: Enjoy free Anthem brews as we celebrate our 2024 accomplishments and enjoy guest speakers + good company. We’ll also be honoring recipients of our annual awards including Volunteer of the Year Award, Heart of the Plaza Award, and Community Spirit Award. All business owners, property owners, sponsors, and board members are welcome!March
LIVE! on the Plaza: PLAZACON
Friday, March 14th, 6-10 pm
About: Comicon + cosplay-themed block partyApril
LIVE! on the Pawza
Friday, April 11th, 6-10 pm
About: Pet-themed block partyMay
LIVE! on the Plaza
Friday, May 9th, 6-10 pm
About: About: not theme specific, general block partyJune
PRIDE! on the Plaza (Street Closure)
Friday, June 13th, 6-10 pm
About: PRIDE-themed block party
July
LIVE! on the Plaza: Summer Block Party
Friday, July 11th, 6-10 pm
About: Summer-themed block partyWeekend of Local
Friday, July 11th- Sunday, July 13th, all weekend long (*tentative dates - pending confirmation from ISA - their website still reflects 2024 info as of 1-14-25)
About: Weekend of Local is a State-wide event presented by Independent Shopkeepers Association (ISA) of Oklahoma that encourages our community to go out, shop small, and eat local all weekend. Business owners are encouraged to participate, free of charge! ISA is a non-profit association for Oklahoma’s independent shopkeepers. To learn more visit weekendoflocal.comAugust
SKATE! the Plaza (Street Closure)
Friday, August 8th, 6-10 pm
About: Skate-themed block party w/ tons of live music partnering with Money Ruins Everything Skate Shop + more!
September
CRUISE! The Plaza
Friday, September 12th, 6-10 pm
About: A car-themed block party with vintage cars, Vanimals, low-riders, and motorcycles.26th Annual Plaza District Festival + 10th Annual Plaza Walls Mural Expo
Saturday, September 27th, noon-10 pm (Street Closure)
About: Our biggest event if the year! Over 12 volunteer committees help plan these 2 incredible festivals for 9 months leading up to this day. Multiple entertainment stages. Artist vendor market. Kids Area. Dozens of community partners and more! Plan something special to celebrate and drive foot traffic to your business! And as always, show some extra love to Plaza Walls and their guest muralists from across the country as they do their thang to beautify our district with 40+ murals the week leading up to the event. Anticipated 35k attendees!October
GHOUL’S NIGHT! on the Plaza
Friday, October 10th, 6-10 pm
About: Halloween-themed block party
NOTE: LIVE! on the Plaza monthly block party goes back to 2nd Sundays November 2025-January 2026 during winter months*November
LIVE! on the Plaza: Sunday Funday
Sunday, November 9th, noon-4 pm
About: General theme driving marketing focus to the return of 2nd Sunday LIVEs for the winter months.Shop Small Saturday
Saturday, November 29th, 11 am-6 pm
About: Heavy focus on small business foot traffic for holiday seasonDecember
Plaza District Holiday Party (Private Event)
Tuesday, December 2nd, 6-8 pm
Location: Tentative - (working on confirmation as of 1-13-25)
About: An end of year holiday celebration. All business owners, property owners, sponsors, and board members are welcome!
LIVE! on the Plaza
Sunday, December 14th, noon-4 pm
About: About: not theme specific, general block party -
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For Immediate Safety Concerns. Call 911.
Provide the location, description of person(s) including race, approx. age, clothing, and explain the situation. In the instance of someone experiencing a mental health episode, request a wellness check.
For issues related to trespassing, houseless encampments, water leaks, and vandalism,report the issue on the City Action Center or through the OKC Connect app. Include the location, a description of the situation and a photo if possible. The City Action Center can also be reached by phone (405) 297-2535
Here is the information for Homeless Shelter Resources and OKC Community Resources.
Resources for Plaza District Business Owners
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Become a Member of the Plaza Business Alliance
The Plaza Business Alliance
Who We AreThe Plaza Business Alliance is a 501c6 nonprofit dedicated to cementing The Plaza District as a destination in Oklahoma City for all things local. In fact, our motto is "Experience Local Together."
What We Do
The Plaza Business Alliance takes pride in promoting and supporting our 50+ local businesses and nonprofits that make our district unique and diverse.
We offer a wide array of services to our members. Read below for more information on our membership benefits!
Our Reach
In collaboration with The Plaza District Association 501c3, we employ (1) full-time staff member + (3) part-time staff members that work with 12 volunteer committees, 2 boards of directors, and hundreds of volunteers and community partners to drive over 1 Million visitors to 16th Street Plaza District annually.
We weren't named "Best Local District" in 2022 + 2023 (Oklahoma Gazette | Best of OKC + 405 Magazine’s Best of 405) by chance. Your membership dues go directly back to driving over 1 million visitors to our district annually!
Become a member today to receive full benefits for your business.
How To Become A Member
1. Review our benefit levels (Gold | Silver | Bronze)
2. Select your preferred benefit level.
3. Email director@plazadistrict.org your selection.
4. We’ll email you back a confirmation and send an invoice within 3-5 business days.
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND: Monthly + quarterly payment options are available at no additional cost.
GOLD LEVEL
12 or more staff: $2,350
Less than 12 staff: $1,500Members Receive:
Enhanced business listing on plazadistrict.org
Ability to post business events on plazadistrict.org event calendar
Invitation to monthly member events including Cocktails + Conversations, Coffee + Conversations, and more!
Gold level sponsorship recognition at 2024 State of the Plaza + 25th Annual Plaza District Festival
Access to Plaza District private facebook group for business owners
Ability to add Plaza District as a co-host on up to (20) business Facebook events per month
Ability to add Plaza District as a collaborator (1x) per month on Instagram + Facebook feeds. Reach of 67k followers (Instagram) + 45k followers (Facebook).
Business spotlight in the Plaza District newsletter
Sponsorship of a Plaza membership event including a spotlight for your business
Business resource & promotional consultation meeting with Plaza staff
Eligible to apply for 2024 LIVE! on the Plaza programming grants
Access to Plaza District resources including sound systems, tables and chairs, etc.
Grand Opening Press Release + Ribbon Cutting for New Businesses
SILVER LEVEL
12 or more staff: $1,850
Less than 12 Staff: $1,000Members Receive:
Enhanced business listing on plazadistrict.org
Ability to post business events on plazadistrict.org event calendar
Invitation to monthly member events including Cocktails + Conversations, Coffee + Conversations, and more!
Silver level sponsorship recognition at 2024 State of the Plaza + 25th Annual Plaza District Festival
Access to Plaza District private Facebook group for business owners
Ability to add Plaza District as a co-host on up to (10) business Facebook events per month
Ability to add Plaza District as a collaborator (4x) per year on Instagram + Facebook feeds. Reach of 67k followers (Instagram) + 45k followers (Facebook).
Business spotlight in the Plaza District newsletter
Eligible to apply for 2024 LIVE! on the Plaza programming grants
Access to Plaza District resources including sound systems, tables and chairs, etc.
Grand Opening Press Release + Ribbon Cutting for New Businesses
BRONZE LEVEL
12 or more staff: $1,350
Less than 12 Staff: $500Members Receive:
Enhanced business listing on plazadistrict.org
Ability to post business events on plazadistrict.org event calendar
Invitation to monthly member events including Cocktails + Conversations, Coffee + Conversations, and more!
Access to Plaza District private Facebook group for business owners
Ability to add Plaza District as a co-host on up to (5) business Facebook events per month
Ability to add Plaza District as a collaborator (1x) per year on Instagram + Facebook feeds. Reach of 67k followers (Instagram) + 45k followers (Facebook).
Eligible to apply for 2024 LIVE! on the Plaza programming grants
Access to Plaza District resources including sound systems, tables and chairs, etc.
Grand Opening Press Release + Ribbon Cutting for New Businesses
Have questions? Reach out to Rachael Leonhart | Executive Director of The Plaza Business Alliance via thedirector@plazadistrict.org info below or contact any Alliance Board Member listed on the left side of the first page. We're here to help!
Rachael Leonhart
Executive Director
Plaza Business Alliance + Plaza District Association
e. director@plazadistrict.org
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PLaza Directory
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Join Plaza Updates
Please notify Plaza Staff before adding support staff
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Safety & Security
For immediate safety concerns
1 - Call 911.
2 - Report the issue on the City Action Center. Text (405) 252-1053. The Action Center can also be reached by phone (405) 297-2535 or through the OKC Connect app.
For issues related to trespassing, houseless encampments and vandalism
Text your complaint to the City Action Center at (405) 252-1053. Include the location, a description of the situation and a photo if possible.
Questions or concerns? Email director@plazadistrict.org
CONTACT
CONTACT
Contact the
Plaza District Staff
Executive Director:
Rachael Leonhart
405-578-5718
director@plazadistrict.org