Oklahoma City Young Professionals Presents
2026 Horizons
OKC's most prestigious recognition night for young professionals — an evening of cocktails, dinner, and the awards that crown the 85-honoree class of 2026.
10 Years of Horizons.
2016 — Horizons debuted at the Paramount Room to a sold-out crowd, proving Oklahoma City was ready to celebrate its rising talent.
2017 — Merged with Evening of Accolades for an elevated night at Vast, setting a new standard for the celebration.
2018 — Moved to La Bella Event Center with more than 150 guests, expanding the stage for a growing class of honorees.
2019 — Took over the Farmers Market with a throwback '80s theme and a then-record 250 attendees. Eliud Villarreal took home Best New Young Professional.
2020 — Returned to the Farmers Market, where Mayor David Holt received the Aspire Award and Terrance Craft was named Young Professional of the Year.
2021 — Back at the Farmers Market with a Fire & Ice theme, and Taelor Connell earned Young Professional of the Year honors.
2022 & 2023 — Two unforgettable years at Will Rogers Theatre, celebrating a decade of OKCYP alongside Mayor David Holt and Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell.
2024 — City & State hosted an interactive murder-mystery evening where Breanna O'Connell was crowned Young Professional of the Year.
2025 — The Devon Boathouse provided a stunning waterfront backdrop for the next chapter of Horizons.
2026 — Our biggest night yet — more than 275 attendees and a program nearing a sell-out. With over 100 honorees on stage, this year raises the bar once again as we continue advancing the standing of young professionals across Oklahoma City and beyond.
Thank You to Our 2026 Horizon Sponsors
Reception Sponsor
Dessert Sponsor
Table Sponsors
Table Hosts
Cocktails & Reception
Doors open at 6 PM for the welcome cocktail hour at Castle Falls.
Plated Dinner Included
Every ticket includes a full dinner service. Cocktail attire encouraged.
Live Honoree Program
Magazine-style features, keynote moments, and the 2026 awards ceremony.
OKC's Power Network
Top young talent, community leaders, and decision-makers in one room.
The city's most influential young professionals — under one roof.
Oklahoma City's most prestigious recognition night for young professionals returns this fall.
Horizons celebrates the rising leaders shaping the future of Oklahoma City — alongside the businesses, mentors, and sponsors fueling them. Join us for an unforgettable evening of cocktails, dinner, and an awards program honoring this year's class across multiple categories: Women of the Year, Men of the Year, Most Influential Young Professionals, Entrepreneur of the Year, Small Business of the Year, and Best New Young Professional.
What to expect: a high-energy evening bringing together top talent, community leaders, and decision-makers for recognition, inspiration, and connection. Magazine-style honoree features. Keynote moments. And a networking gala with OKC's finest.
Dinner is included with every ticket. Cocktail attire encouraged.
Evening run of show
- 6:00 PMDoors open & cocktail reception
- 7:00 PMWelcome & dinner served
- 7:45 PMHonoree recognition program
- 9:00 PMNetworking & afterparty
Reserve Your Seat
Members save with built-in member rates — verified by email.
- Member — Individual Ticket$75
- Member — Pair of Tickets$150
- Non-Member — Individual Ticket$100
- Non-Member — Pair of Tickets$200
Email Beau to register. Please include whether you are a current OKCYP member.
Meet the Honorees.
85 young leaders. One spotlight a day. Watch them rotate live, or browse the full class below.
May Dougherty
Annual Giving Manager at Science Museum Oklahoma
Non-Profit
"There are so many incredible people represented in this organization. This is a group of warm, driven, and excited individuals eager to make our city better. To be considered with them is an honor I never expected."
Women of the Year
22 honorees
Men of the Year
15 honorees
Most Influential Young Professionals
28 honorees
Entrepreneurs of the Year
16 honorees
Small Businesses of the Year
13 honorees
Best New Young Professionals
15 honorees
Aspire Award
1 honorees
A legacy of OKC excellence.
Explore the alumni who have walked across the Horizons stage — and now lead Oklahoma City.
Don't miss 2026 Horizons.
Secure your seat at OKC's most prestigious YP recognition night. Sponsorship opportunities are also available for brands looking for unmatched visibility and community alignment.