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- Ages served 3 years old to 17 years old. Both special needs and siblings
- Thursday and Friday; 9AM to 3PM – closed for lunch time.
- Professional staffing by Jovie who are all CPR trained and certified.
- Registration options are included when you are registering for conference
- A conference ticket for your child(ren) is still required in addition to the childcare add-on.
Flying to Oklahoma City
Primary Airport
Will Rogers World Airport (OKC)
- Approximately 15–20 minutes from the hotel
- Serviced by major airlines including:
- American Airlines
- Southwest Airlines
- Delta Air Lines
- United Airlines
- Alaska Airlines
- Direct flights are available from many major U.S. cities.
Alternative Airports
- Approximately 1 hour 45 minutes from Oklahoma City
- Often comparable airfare to OKC
- Rental car required to reach the conference hotel
- Best for families finding better pricing or direct routes into Tulsa.
Ground Transportation
Rideshare
- Uber
- Lyft
- Traditional taxi services available at the airport
- Estimated cost to hotel: $20–$35 (subject to demand)
Rental Cars
All major rental car companies operate at OKC Airport, including:
- Hertz
- Enterprise Rent-A-Car
- Avis
- Budget Rent a Car
Rental cars are available if you plan to explore Oklahoma City during your stay. Ride Share services such as Lyft and Uber are also easily accessible.
Driving to Oklahoma City
Oklahoma City is centrally located and easily accessible by major highways, making it a convenient drive for many families across the region.
Major Highway Access
- I-35 (North/South corridor connecting Texas and Kansas)
- I-40 (East/West corridor across Oklahoma)
- I-44 (Regional access)
Estimated Drive Times
- Dallas, TX: ~3 hours
- Tulsa, OK: ~1 hour 45 minutes
- Wichita, KS: ~2 hours 30 minutes
- Kansas City, MO: ~5 hours
Train Travel
Amtrak services Oklahoma City via the Heartland Flyer route (connecting Fort Worth, TX to OKC).
The train station is approximately 5–10 minutes from the hotel.
Guide to Funding
Looking for additional ways to fund your trip? We’ve created a resource with fundraising ideas, grant opportunities, and practical tips that you can seek privately.