Oklahoma City’s historic Britton District is celebrating its resurgence with a $6.6 million facelift; the community is invited to a ribbon-cutting ceremony on March 27, led by Mayor David Holt, who’s excited about the district’s revival since its heyday when it thrived as an independent town. Now enhanced with improved streetscapes, sidewalks, and bike lanes, the area breathes new life aimed at increasing walkability and safety while maintaining its character, as reported by the City of Oklahoma City’s official news release.
But the celebrations don’t end at a mere snip of the ribbon; on March 29, the District Day Fest takes over from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., complete with a one-mile Food and Fun Run that challenges participants to enjoy delicious local fare every quarter mile, live music to jive to, a bustling vendor market, and street entertainment that promises to entice participants of all ages. It’s an occasion marking more than just upgraded infrastructure, it’s a day-long embrace of a community’s spirit and tenacity, a festival that’s open for everyone, that includes a one-mile Food and Fun Run with food and drink stations, live music, a vendor market, street entertainment and activities designed to engage all community members who want to join in on the fun…