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New Year, New Perks: Why OKANA is officially the place to be

Published on January 2, 2026

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If your New Year’s resolution had anything to do with “doing more fun things,” “getting away more,” or “treating myself like the VIP I am,” I’ve got good news. OKANA is ringing in the new year with some serious, guest-loving perks that make hanging out here even better.

First up: Resort fees? Gone.

Yep. You read that right. We’re getting rid of resort fees.

You already know OKANA is loaded with experiences, style, and ridiculously fun things to do. Now you don’t have to worry about surprise charges sneaking into your stay. What you see is what you get, which feels refreshingly…nice.

This means more room in your budget for snacks, spa time, shopping, or challenging your friends to “who can float the longest in the lazy river” (a completely valid sport, by the way).

College Night = your midweek legend status

Calling all college students! We’re kicking off College Night at The Boardwalk on Thursday, January 22 and it’s about to be your new favorite weekly ritual.

Here’s the deal:

✔️ 50% off bays at Curveball, Smokehouse & Bullseye

✔️ $5 domestic drafts

✔️ Endless bragging rights

It’s the perfect setup for date night, group hangs, or pretending you’re a pro athlete while your friends supply the commentary. Study break? Celebratory night? Random Thursday because life is short? We support it.

(Just don’t forget your student ID. Because that’s how you access this sweet deal!)

Thunder up and save

Thunder fans, this one is staying because it’s just too good.

If you roll into Curveball Kitchen or Smokehouse Social rocking your Thunder gear during a game, you unlock special discounts. It’s like a secret handshake, but with jerseys, hats, hoodies, and whatever glorious blue-and-orange combo you’ve got in the closet.

✔️ Free appetizer with the purchase of an entree. Limited one per 2 guests. (Your choice of fried pickles or brisket queso at Smokehouse or a pretzel or nachos at Curveball)

✔️ $5 domestic drafts

✔️ $7 well drinks

So, back to our original question…why is OKANA the place to be right now? Because it’s easy.

  • Your stay is simpler without resort fees.
  • Your nights are better with college-night deals.
  • Your fandom is rewarded when you show off your Thunder spirit.

And all of that is layered on top of everything OKANA already is: an indoor waterpark paradise, restaurants worth texting your friends about, spaces to relax, and a vibe that just feels like vacation…even if you didn’t leave Oklahoma.