OKC Streetcar Service Paused for Arena Construction, Replaced by Buses

Downtown transit in Oklahoma City will be temporarily adjusted due to work on the upcoming OKC New Arena.

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

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The OKC Streetcar will be out of service from February 18-22 due to street closures related to construction on the upcoming OKC New Arena. During this time, bus shuttles will replace streetcar service, operating along the downtown loop approximately every 25 minutes and stopping at existing streetcar platforms.

Why it matters

The temporary service interruption will impact downtown transit options for residents and visitors during this period of construction on a major new development in Oklahoma City's urban core.

The details

According to the City of Oklahoma City, the streetcar service interruption is due to street closures that will affect one eastbound lane on Sheridan Avenue and one westbound lane on Reno Avenue. Detour signs will be posted to direct traffic. The Bricktown Loop will not operate during the service interruption, but Thunder Game Day Bus Shuttles will continue to run during home games.

  • The OKC Streetcar will be out of service from Wednesday, February 18 through Sunday, February 22, 2026.

The players

City of Oklahoma City

The local government overseeing the OKC New Arena construction project and the temporary transit adjustments.

EMBARK

The public transit agency that will operate the shuttle buses during the streetcar service interruption.

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What’s next

Residents can subscribe for updates regarding the OKC New Arena construction project and any future transit service changes.

The takeaway

This temporary transit disruption highlights the challenges of major construction projects in urban areas, but also the city's efforts to maintain connectivity through alternative shuttle services during the streetcar service pause.