OKANA Resort & Indoor Waterpark

Oklahoma City's newest tourist attraction, OKANA Resort & Indoor Waterpark, is accepting room reservations for stays beginning February 21, 2025, at OKANAResort.com. The $400 million resort and waterpark will be a world-class destination featuring 404 guest rooms and suites, vibrant culinary concepts and retail shops, a family entertainment center, an expansive indoor waterpark, and an impressive 4.5-acre outdoor adventure lagoon. Guests are welcome to unwind in the comfort of OKANA's guest rooms and suites, featuring modern, sophisticated design and incorporating thoughtful touches of First American artistic expression. Families will have plenty of space as they choose from suites such as the Bunk Balcony Suite with two queen beds and a bunk bed for the little ones in tow, or the Family River Suite with two queen beds and one king bed with semi-private sleeping areas for added comfort.

Perfect for time in the sun, OKANA's outdoor adventure lagoon will serve as a hub for both excitement and relaxation, open from Memorial Day to Labor Day. The 4.5-acre venue will provide a lineup of exciting activities including plunge pool body slides, an inflatable obstacle course, an adult-only swim-up bar and tanning pool, and the “fly” pool, where guests will zip, jump, and slide into the water. The lagoon will also provide ample time for tranquility with luxury cabanas and a pristine sand beach lined with lounge chairs.

Ideal for year-round experiences, the 100,000 sq. ft. indoor waterpark is a climate-controlled paradise, featuring a range of attractions including a wave pool, lazy river, and a range of water slides catering to all ages and thrill levels. Discover a variety of day pass options designed for a thrilling OKANA experience, available for purchase online or at the front desk upon arrival. Whether you're planning a family outing or solo adventure, the passes offer an unforgettable day of fun. Choose from Day Passes, offering access to both the indoor and outdoor waterparks from open to close, or Evening Passes offering access to both parks from 5 p.m. to close. OKANA will also offer Outdoor Day Passes, Group Passes designed for curated outings, and Military Passes for discounted rates for active military members and veterans.

Guests can also enjoy thirteen unique food and beverage outlets at OKANA, each offering distinct flavors and atmospheres to suit every palate, including the below:

• Signature Dining:
  • Jack Rabbit: Inspired by Oklahoma's black-tailed jackrabbit, this is our social epicenter. It's the perfect place to gather, enjoy expertly crafted drinks and mouthwatering fare, and engage in friendly conversation.
  • Chido: Meaning "cool" in Spanish. Chido is our stylish, modern taqueria. It's ideal for quick bites or leisurely meals infused with fine spirits, offering fresh Mexican street food in a hip, vibrant setting.
  • Smokehouse Social: A BBQ restaurant like no other in Oklahoma. We combine rich, smoky flavors with dynamic libations. Plus, our sports simulator entertainment encourages light-hearted competition and social connections among guests.
  • Curveball Kitchen: More details coming soon!
• Waterpark Concessions & Bars:
  • Kaya: Short for "Izakaya," Kaya brings you casual Asian street food inspired by Japanese pubs, serving simple and traditional fare on the go.
  • Sliders: A fast-casual burger bar that emphasizes quality ingredients, crafting burgers—and memories—the right way.
  • Pie Lab: Experiment with flavors at Pie Lab, where we serve Neapolitan-style pizzas and calzones from a stone hearth oven.
  • The Dive Bar: A premium beverage experience for adults, offering sophisticated mixology in a casual, welcoming atmosphere.
  • Okasis Lagoon Bar: Our premier swim-up bar. Enjoy uniquely blended frozen specialty cocktails with stellar views of the city and resort—a true "Oklahoma Oasis."
  • Frosty Flamingo: Cool down with Hawaiian-style shaved ice and a variety of vibrant flavors and toppings.
  • Waterbyrd Chicken Shack: Overlooking the lagoon, indulge in our chicken-centric menu offerings.
  • OKANA Candy Co.: Delight in a wonderland of candy, confections, and specialty craft ice creams—perfect for the young and the young at heart.
  • Market 56: Our grab-and-go outlet honors the Chickasaw Nation's rich history dating back to 1856. Enjoy pastries, sandwiches, salads and a full range of Starbucks beverages.

First Americans Museum

In one place, visitors can experience the collective histories of 39 distinctive First American Nations in Oklahoma today. The 175,000 square-foot First Americans Museum, located in Oklahoma City's new Horizons District, showcases state-of-the-art exhibitions in First American history and culture, community events and educational programs, a café offering unique Indigenous-inspired cuisine, a multi-purpose theater and a museum store featuring exclusive items created by premiere First American artists.

The FAMily Discovery Center at First Americans Museum is set to open in summer 2024. This unique, interactive, and fully illustrated pop-up book world engages visitors of all ages in activities promoting respect, resilience, stewardship and community through immersive experiences and games. Join Grandma Turtle and her friends through the multi-plane, safe learning space and discover how “We're All Connected.”

Exhibit C Gallery

Exhibit C Gallery, Oklahoma City's premier First American art gallery, showcases a variety of art mediums from First American artists living around the world. The Chickasaw Nation-owned gallery will occupy a new 10,000 square-foot multi-use space between OKANA Resort and the First Americans Museum in Horizons District.

In addition to the art within the walls, the exterior of the building will showcase the work of Chickasaw artists Addison Karl and Natalie Miller. Karl's work, commissioned for the entryway installation, uses a cold patina on copper paneling to create the appearance of aging. Miller's work, commissioned for the building's exterior mural, is a vibrant piece featuring a scissor-tailed flycatcher, sun, clouds and the cross shape of the four seasons/directions embracing the Chickasaw people and the nature surrounding us.

Inside the gallery, Chickasaw artist Jimmy Dean Horn Jr. has created a repeating, Southeastern Chickasaw design for the wall behind the check-out counter.

The inaugural exhibition in the new location will be Emergence: Explorations of New Horizons. This exhibition focuses on new beginnings, regeneration and creation, in celebration of a new chapter and the gallery's new home in Horizons District. It features an inspiring collection of works by Chickasaw artists, including Addison Karl, Billy Hensley, Brenda Kingery, Brent Greenwood, Dustin Mater, Erin Shaw, Joanna Underwood-Blackburn, Lance Straughn, Lisa Hudson, Margaret Roach-Wheeler and Mike Emergence: Explorations of New Horizons will run from February 21 through July 15, 2025.