The largest city in the state, Anchorage, hosts the Alaska Pride Festival and Parade each June, right in the heart of this rugged metropolis that sits in the shadow of the Chugach Mountains, along with the famous Arm of Fjord. Turnagain. Alaska Pride runs for a full week, culminating in the big day of the march and festival.
There are a number of events leading up to the big weekend, including an Alaska Pride launch barbecue, country dance, a Pride Celebration worship service, a Rainbow Run sponsored by the wonderful local restaurant Snow City Cafe, drag bingo to lubricant wrestling and much more – check the official Anchorage Pride events calendar for the most up-to-date schedule.
On Saturday at the end of Pride Week, the Alaska Pride Equality Parade begins at 7th and 8th avenues at E Street and
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Fazoli
Multiple subway locations
(405) 720-1343 (NW freeway location)
The special: Fazoli’s is an Italian food chain restaurant with pastas, pizzas, and more. They offer a kids’ meal for just 99 cents on Tuesdays from 5 pm to 8 pm Fazoli calls it “Children’s Night,” and there are crafts and games in a special area for children.
Ages: 12 and under
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I HOPE
Multiple subway locations
(405) 773-4467 (NW freeway location)
The Special: IHOP, a 24-hour breakfast chain restaurant, offers kids free special meals on Tuesdays with the purchase of an adult meal.
Ages: 10 and under
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Luby’s Cafeteria
9410 North May
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73120
(405) 752-5016
Special: A chain cafe restaurant located primarily in the South / Southwest, Luby’s has a kids’ special on Wednesdays after 4:30 pm in which a kid’s meal is only $ 2. Plus, all day on Saturdays , kids can get a free combo meal with the purchase of an adult meal.
Ages: 12 and under
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Swadley’s Bar-BQ
Multiple subway locations
(405) 413-7333 (NW 80th corporate office location)
The Special: At all venues, Swadleys offers free kids meals after 5pm on Monday nights with the purchase of an adult meal.
Ages: 10 and under
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Texas Roadhouse
Multiple subway locations
(405) 631-8392 (I-240 location)
The Special: Kids won’t get a free or reduced-price meal at Texas Roadhouse, but on Tuesdays they will get a free dessert, a chance to decorate their ice cream.
Ages: 12 and under
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Quiznos
Multiple subway locations
(405) 524-4155 (NW 23rd Location)
What’s special: Kids eat free every day, all day at Quiznos Subs, with the purchase of an adult entrée. Children’s meals include sub, sammie, or pizza. Ages: 12 and under