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OCTOBER 2023
As the temperatures begin to cool, Oklahoma gears up for the first full month of autumn with numerous events set among vibrant fall foliage backdrops. If you're searching for an Oktoberfest festival, a new Halloween haunt or a cultural celebration, look no further than Oklahoma's October event calendar. Browse through our top picks or check out this list of all October events.
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Tulsa / Sept 28 - Oct 8
Tulsa's largest annual event is an entertainment bonanza with free concerts, carnival rides and games galore. Bring the kids along for this year's Frozen & Encanto-themed Disney on Ice performance, plus a hearty appetite for all your favorite grilled, smoked, fried or frozen fair delicacies.
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Tishomingo / Sept 29 - Oct 7
Chickasaw heritage, history and customs will come to life during this annual festival hosted at the Chickasaw National Capitol. This weeklong celebration will include traditional meals, stickball games, cornstalk shoots, craft vendors and many other cultural demonstrations.
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Watonga / October 1
Head to Roman Nose State Park this weekend to celebrate the diversity of Oklahoma's Hispanic community. This family-friendly event will feature food trucks, cultural performances, dancing, vendors and artists from local Mexican, Peruvian, Guatemalan and Colombian communities.
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Bartlesville / October 6-7
Step back in time to the young West and experience the rugged pioneer life firsthand at this two-day event. Stroll the historically accurate camp to learn about the men and women who trapped and traded during the mid-1800s in Indian Territory.
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Honobia / October 6-7
Explore the lore of Bigfoot and discover new information by prominent field researchers during this two-day gathering nestled in the densely wooded Kiamichi Mountains. Whether you're a skeptic or a believer, you don't want to miss this beloved annual festival.
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Yukon / October 6-7
Plan a trip to the Czech Capital of Oklahoma to experience the state's largest free outdoor festival. Enjoy two days filled with kolaches, live polka music and opportunities to learn more about Yukon's Czech heritage.
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Tulsa / October 19-22
Dress up in traditional Bavarian outfits and feast on bratwurst aplenty at this crowd-pleasing Tulsa celebration. Quench your thirst with the finest Munich bier as you explore the weekend's attractions, contests and performances.
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Foss / October 20-21
Bring the entire family and compete for the best haunted campsite at Foss State Park. Dress up in your best costumer, trick-or-treat throughout the park or wander the haunted trail – if you dare.
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Poteau / October 20-21
Watch the Poteau sky fill with brightly colored hot-air balloons during this southeast Oklahoma tradition. Embark on a thrilling tethered balloon ride or stick around until evening when the balloons themselves put on a spectacular glow show.
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Wilburton / October 20-22
If you love gorgeous fall foliage, classic cars and good times, head to Robbers Cave alongside 80,000 other visitors for this popular autumn event. With hundreds of arts, crafts and food vendors, live entertainment and the annual Fall Foliage Cruise featuring over 500 of the finest hot rods around, this festival has something everyone can enjoy.
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Whether you love trick-or-treating, a frolick through pumpkin patches or prefer spine-tingling thrills, spooktacular fun awaits you in Oklahoma this Halloween season. |
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