5 things to do across Oklahoma: Bush, Cake, Chris Knight, Neon Prairie Fest and Nature Cat
BEAT AROUND THE BUSH
Rock band Bush will be in concert at 6:30 p.m. Saturday at the Choctaw Grand Theater at Choctaw Casino Durant, 4216 US 69. The band is in the midst of a tour celebrating its greatest hits including “Glycerine” and “Swallowed.” Jerry Cantrell and Candlebox are also on the bill. For tickets and full show details, go online to www.choctawcasinos.com.
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NEON SOON
Neon Prairie Fest runs Friday and Saturday at Post Oak Lodge Forest, 5323 W 31st St N. The music and camping festival features a diverse talent lineup, including Killer Mike, viral star Marc Rebillet, Alexa and a host of Oklahoma artists across two days. Camping and hotel accommodations are available, with more information at www.neonprairiefest.com.
HAVE YOUR CAKE
The Zoo Amphitheatre (2101 NE 50th St.) hosts an evening with Cake at 7:30 p.m. Sunday. The California rock band rose to prominence in the 1990s with mega-hit “The Distance.” Tickets start at $15 for the outdoor show for general admission lawn seating, with front-of-stage pit tickets available as well. To purchase, visit www.okczooamp.com.
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WHAT A KNIGHT
Singer-songwriter Chris Knight will be in concert at 8 p.m. Wednesday at Beer City Music Hall, 1141 NW 2nd St. The Kentucky artist has earned praise from the New York Times and USA Today and dueted with his personal songwriting hero John Prine. Race Ricketts opens. Purchase tickets in advance, or find out more about the venue at www.beercitymusichall.com.
OUTTA THE BAG
OETA presents beloved PBS Kids TV character Nature Cat from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at the Oklahoma City Zoo, 2000 Remington Pl. Included with regular zoo admission, families can meet Nature Cat at the Love’s pachyderm building within Expedition Africa. Activities include photo opportunities and crafts. Find out more at www.oeta.tv or the events page at www.facebook.com/OETAOK.
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