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Festivals and Events

Day or night, Oklahoma has a lot to celebrate. From cultural gatherings to spectator sports, Oklahoma's events will fill any calendar. There's a festival almost every weekend in Oklahoma and our cities and hometowns invite you to join the party. Watch fireworks at a Fourth of July event - Edmond has one of the nation's top 10. Rock out at a music festival with 100,000 of your closest friends, or indulge in one of our many local specialties at tasteful events like the Rush Springs Watermelon Festival, Watonga Cheese Festival or El Reno's Onion-Fried Burger Days. Search here to find out what to do in an Oklahoma city, or discover what's happening across the entire state.

Oklahoma Oktoberfest Sampler

Nothing signals that the summer heat has finally broken and the beauty of fall is right around the corner quite like the coming of Oktoberfest season. Discover some great places to celebrate this harvest time tradition in Oklahoma!

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A Payne County Tour: Past & Present in Cushing, Perkins and Yale

The town of Cushing's nickname, "The Pipeline Crossroads of the World," gives a vivid snapshot of its history as an oil boomtown. Learn more about the humble beginnings of Cushing and its neighboring towns Yale and Perkins while exploring attractions from both yesterday and today.

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Eat Your Fill at Oklahoma's Food Truck Festivals

Chow down on a wide range of mouthwatering, homemade eats served fresh out of Oklahoma food trucks at these recurring festivals. Support your favorite kitchen on wheels or take the opportunity to scout out something new.

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Events of May: Top Festivals in Oklahoma

Oklahoma’s events roll out the red carpet in May, so grab family and friends for weekend getaways or day trips to popular art fairs, hometown jubilees and major metropolitan festivals. Learn why May signals the start of Oklahoma’s summer event season!

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Best St. Patrick's Day Bashes in Oklahoma

Don your green attire, raise a glass and celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Oklahoma at one of these festive celebrations.

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Around the Block: Tulsa by the District

Tulsa offers plenty of walkable districts worth the exploration, from historic staples to newer innovations. Plan a day trip or a full weekend spent visiting local arts, entertainment, dining and nightlife options with the help of this guide to Tulsa’s most unique districts.

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