Paseo Arts Festival, OKC
Sept. 4-6
Paseo Arts District
Keep your Labor Day plans open for the Paseo Arts Festival, happening in the epynemous OKC district all weekend long.
A slew of artists, entertainers and performers will line the streets for a fully immersive dive into the city’s talented arts community. With works from over 90 visual artists, guests will see photography, paintings, woodwork, jewelry, ceramics and more.
Those looking for performance artists are in luck, as two stages will spotlight singers, songwriters, dancers and other musical acts.
Children are encourged to visit a special area for activities tailored just for them, including spin art and sculpture classes. Even better, the entire district is teeming with art galleries, restaurants and other specialities shops, so patrons can enjoy the festival for hours on end.
For more information, visit thepaseo.org/festival.
Oktoberfest, Tulsa
October 21-24
River West Festival Park
You know the drill: delicious German food, folks dressed up, live music around the clock, and yes – plenty of beer. Tulsa’s Linde Oktoberfest returns after a must-aggrieved hiatus in 2020.
Whether it’s your first time or your tenth, the sheen of Oktoberfest never wears off. You can experience “Bavaria in Oklahoma” with one of the nation’s top-rated cultural celebrations. Highlights include polka dancing, rows of vendor booths with one-of-a-kind arts and crafts, plus authentic markets. Stick around for the iconic Dachshund Dash dog races, plus beer pong competitions and beer keg races. New this year are a Lederhosen Lauf 5K race on opening night, plus the acceptance of credit cards – so no more exchanging of coupons!
Oktoberfest is open to the public Thursday from 5-11 p.m.; Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 1 a.m.; and Sunday from noon to 6 p.m. Learn more at tulsaoktoberfest.org.
Aviation Festival, Norman
Oct. 2
Max Westheimer Airport
Those with dreams of sky-high adventures should visit the Max Westheimer Airport for the 15th annual Aviation Festival.
This year marks the 80th year of flight training at the airport, so the event brings more fun than ever with an open house, static aircraft displays and a children’s activity area. Sights to behold include the OU Fleet, an antique Steersman, and the T-6 Texans. The Vance Air Force Base, the Oklahoma Highway Patrol and radio control aircraft from the Central Oklahoma Radio Control Society will also have displays on hand to enjoy.
“This is a perfect opportunity to see the airport up close,” said Lance Lamkin, the Max Westheimer Airport Administrator, in a press release. “You get to touch and feel the aircraft and visit with the pilots. This is a wonderful time for children and adults of all ages to explore the aviation world and see the many facets of the airport, aircraft and careers in aviation.”
Other draws include a model hot air balloon, tours of airplanes, and food and snow cone trucks. Visit ou.edu/airport for more information.
Will Rogers Motion Picture Festival, Claremore
Nov. 3-6
Will Rogers Memorial Museum
The Will Rogers Memorial Museum is the place to be from Nov. 3-6 as a celebration of ‘Oklahoma’s Favorite Son’ gets into full swing.
The Will Rogers Motion Picture Festival celebrates film and Western heritage icon Rogers, an Oologah native, with a diverse array of film offerings from local, national and international creators. Stick around to see who will win the Dog Iron Award at the award ceremony Nov. 6.
While you’re there, mosey around the museum itself for a variety of informative content. Learn more about the Oklahoma icon with memorabilia, exhibits and helpful guides.
For more information, visitdogirons.com or willrogers.com.
Tulsa Greek Festival/Greek Street Drive-Thru
Sept. 17-18, 24-25
Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church
The beauty of Greece is calling at the Tulsa Greek Festival, returning this year live and in person with a hybrid celebration, mixing the popular drive-thru model of last year’s event with traditional entertainment from years prior.
Authentic and delicious food is a major draw for this event – whether you’re craving gyros, lamb dinners, baklava, ouzo, spanakopita and more.
Other enticing adventures including live folk dancing performances, replete with traditional garb and music. To curb any health concerns, patrons are able to watch this dazzling entertainment from the safety of their own vehicles. Patrons can also witness live cooking demonstrations, called saganaki, and partake in the delicious results.
For more information on the festival’s 60th anniversary event, visit tulsagreekfestival.com.
Poteau Balloon Festival
Oct. 15-16
LeFlore County Fairgrounds
Turn your eyes to the skies this fall as the Poteau Balloon Festival returns for out-of-this-world adventures. From hot air balloon rides to balloon glows, helicopter rides and tethered rides, thrill seekers can certainly get their fill of fun off the ground.
But the festival is more than just balloons – guests can enjoy a variety of arts and crafts booths, plus carnival rides for those wanting to stay planted on the ground.
If you’re interested in how things work, pilots will be on hand to explain the ins-and-outs of hot air balloon mechanics. Other draws include the Ms. and Mr. Balloon Festival, plus ATV races and pet contests with the Poteau Humane Society. Don’t miss out on Mean Machine monster truck rides and delicious concessions to boot.
For more information or to book a balloon ride, visit poteauchamber.com/poteauballoonfest.
Regatta Festival, OKC
Oct. 1-3
Oklahoma River
Grab a blanket, grab some friends and head to the Oklahoma River to enjoy the Oklahoma Regatta Festival.
A celebration of rowing, kayaking, dragon boating, whitewater rafting and family fun, the Regatta Festival offers athletes and spectators alike the chance to see and engage in the best these on-the-water sports have to offer. Athletes come from around the country, competing in collegiate, masters and junior rowing.
For those of us on the sidelines, food trucks and beer gardens abound, along with fireworks to round out days of fierce competition. A variety of special community activities and exhibitions typically run in tandem with the festival, so visit riversportokc.org for more information.
Scotfest, Tulsa
Sept. 17-19
Broken Arrow Event Park
Primarily modeled after the 178-year-old Lonach Gathering and the 189-year-old Braemar Gathering, both in Scotland, Tulsa’s Scotfest is as authentic as it comes. Celebrating Celtic history and heritage, this weekend-long celebration is the perfect pick for all-ages fun.
A highlight is the Scottish Highland Games, featuring over 160 athletes in events like the caber toss, braemar stone, hammer throw and sheaf toss.
If you’re buzzing for some live music, Scotfest offers it all, from folk to roots and rock to pop. Other entertainment includes highland and Irish dance, whisky tastings, a variety of vendors and a delicious selection of beers. Stick around for educational sessions and workshops, plus sack races, three-legged races and a Scottish ring fling.
For more information, visit okscotfest.com.
Rooster Days Festival
Sept. 2-5
Central Park, Broken Arrow
roosterdays.com
Dusk ’Til Dawn Blues Festival
Sept. 3-5
OK Blues Hall of Fame, Checotah
dcminnerblues.com
Choctaw Nation Labor Day Festival
Sept. 3-5
Tvshka Homma Tribal Grounds, Tuskahoma
choctawnation.com/labor-day
Water Lantern Festival
Sept. 4
Hafer Park, Edmond
waterlanternfestival.com/oklahomacity.php
Watermelon Festival and Community Fair
Through Sept. 4
310 N. Main St., Ringwood
travelok.com
Paseo Arts Festival
Sept. 4-6
Paseo Arts District, OKC
thepaseo.org/festival
Bluegrass and Chili Festival
Sept. 10-11
Downtown Wagoner
bluegrasschilifest.com
Red Fern Festival
Sept. 10-11
Norris Park, Tahlequah
tahlequahmainstreet.com/red-fern-festival
Downtown Edmond Arts Festival
Sept. 10-12
Broadway and Second St., Edmond
downtownedmondok.com
Iron Thistle Scottish Festival
Sept. 11-12
Mollie Spencer Farm, Yukon
ironthistlescottishfestival.com
Fall Festival at the Orr Family Farm
Sept. 15-Nov. 13
Orr Family Farm, OKC
orrfamilyfarm.com
Coweta Fall Festival
Sept. 16-18
Downtown
cowetachamber.com
Tulsa Greek Festival/Greek Street Drive-Thru
Sept. 17-18, 24-25
1222 S. Guthrie, Tulsa
tulsagreekfestival.com
Scotfest
Sept. 17-19
Broken Arrow Event Complex
okscotfest.com
Wiley Post Festival
Sept. 18
506 Williams St., Maysville
chickasawcountry.com
Elk City Fall Festival
Sept. 18-19
Convention Center
visitelkcity.com
Pumpkin Festival at Shepherd’s Cross
Sept. 21-Nov. 6
Shepherd’s Cross, Claremore
shepherdscross.com
Skiatook Pioneer Day Festival
Sept. 23-25
Skiatook Central Park
skiatookchamber.com
Muscogee Nation Festival
Sept. 23-26
Claude Cox Omniplex, Okmulgee
creekfestival.com
Illinois River Jam
Sept. 24-25
Peyton’s Place, Tahlequah
illinoisriverjam.com
Fin and Feather Fall Festival
Sept. 24-26
Fin and Feather Resort, Gore
finandfeatherresort.com
International Festival
Sept. 24-26
Elmer Thomas Park, Lawton
lawtonok.gov
Sucker Day Festival
Sept. 25
Main Street, Wetumka
travelok.com
Oklahoma Heritage Farm Fall Festival
Sept. 25-Oct. 31
38512 U.S. Hwy 75, Ramona
okheritagefarm.com
Mesta Festa
Sept. 26
Perle Mesta Park, OKC
mestapark.org
Oklahoma’s International Bluegrass Festival
Sept. 30-Oct. 2
Cottonwood Flats Recreation Area, Guthrie
oibf.com
Honobia Bigfoot Festival and Conference
Oct. 1-2
Kiamichi Mountain Mission Campgrounds, Honobia
honobiabigfoot.com
Oklahoma Regatta Festival
Oct. 1-3
RiverSport Adventures, OKC
riversport.org
Aviation Festival
Oct. 2
Max Westheimer Airport, Norman
ou.edu/airport/events/festival
Plaza District Festival
Oct. 2
Plaza District, OKC
plazadistrict.org
Oklahoma Czech Festival
Oct. 2
Main Street, Yukon
czechfestivaloklahoma.com
Banjo Fest
Oct. 7-9
OCCC Visual and Performing Arts Theater, OKC
banjofest2021.com
Pelican Festival
Oct. 7-10
Wolf Creek Park, Grove
pelicanfestok.com
Watonga Cheese Festival
Oct. 8-9
Downtown Watonga
hewatongacheesefestival.wordpress.com
Owasso Harvest Festival
Oct. 9
Redbud Festival Park
cityofowasso.com
Vinita Oktoberfest
Oct. 9
Holy Ghost Catholic Church, Vinita
holyghostvinita.org/oktoberfest
Tallgrass Music Festival
Oct. 14-16
2967 W. 133rd S.t N., Skiatook
travelok.com
Poteau Balloon Fest
Oct. 15-16
LeFlore County Fair Grounds, Poteau
poteauchamber.com
Boo on Bell Fall Festival
Oct. 15-17
Main Street and Bell Avenue, Shawnee
visitshawnee.com
Robbers Cave Fall Festival
Oct. 15-17
Robbers Cave State Park, Wilburton
robberscavefallfestival.com
Chisholm Trail Festival
Oct. 16
Mollie Spencer Farm, Yukon
yukonok.gov/chisholmtrailfestival
Trucktoberfest
Oct. 16-17
Gathering Place, Tulsa
gatheringplace.org/events
Linde Oktoberfest
Oct. 21-24
River West Festival Park, Tulsa
tulsaoktoberfest.org
National Weather Festival
Oct. 25-30
Virtual
ou.edu/nwc
Will Rogers Days
Nov. 3-6
Will Rogers Memorial Museum, Claremore
willrogers.com/will-rogers-days
Chamber Music Festival
Nov. 4-7
McKnight Center for the Performing Arts, Stillwater
mcknightcenter.org
Dia de los Muertos Festival
Nov. 5
Living Arts of Tulsa
livingarts.org
Beavers Bend Folk Festival and Craft Show
Nov. 5-7
Forest Heritage Center Museum, Broken Bow
forestry.ok.gov/fhc
Talihina Fall Foliage Festival
Nov. 6
School Agriculture Barn
talihinacc.com
BXTRM Festival
Nov. 13
920 S. Sheridan Rd., Lawton
bxtrmfestival.com
Chickasha Festival of Light
Nov. 20-Dec. 31
2400 S. Ninth Street, Chickasha
chickashafestivaloflight.org
Minco Honey Festival
Dec. 7
Minco High School
minco-ok.com
Los Festivales y Mercado
Dec. 18
Kendall Whittier District, Tulsa
visitkendallwhittier.com/losfestivales
