Cooler temperatures beckon Oklahoma families outside for fall fun. Whether strolling a pumpkin patch with a cup of warm cider or trying your hand at a nostalgic carnival game at a fall festival, embrace the season with a fun fall outing in OKC and beyond from our Fall Fun Guide.
For more family fun, find pumpkin patches, fall festivals, Halloween activities and more on our Fall Fun guides highlighting trunk-or-treating, costume events, hayrides and more.
[Editor’s Note: This guide was last updated on Aug. 16, 2024. See more details below. If you know of an event or festival you’d like to see included, please email the details to calendar@metrofamilymagazine.com.]
Things to do this October
Sept. 25-Oct. 31
5201 Cimarron Rd, Piedmont Features a petting zoo (zoo food sold separately), giant slides & playground area, pony rides (75lb weight limit), hayrides, a mystery maze, barnyard games, pumpkin chunkin’ and more, plus live entertainment and face painting (sold separately) on the weekends. Admission includes one pumpkin pie pumpkin per paid guest while supplies last. Annual memberships are available. Ages 2-10, $13 + tax; ages 11-64, $7 + tax. 1 & under and seniors ages 65 & older are free. Tuesday-Saturday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday, 1-6 p.m.
Pumpkin Patch at Chester’s Party Barn & Farm
Sept. 27-Oct. 31
Haunt in Harrah at Wind Drift Orchards
18499 NE 50th St, Harrah
Features a paintball bus that travels through a haunted orchard. Travelers are armed with glow-in-the-dark paintballs. Other activities include a haunted house and carnival games. $29 & up. 7 p.m.-midnight.
Sept. 28-Oct. 20
Pumpkin Patch at Cross Timbers Christmas Tree Farm
2161 Harrison Ave, Harrah
Features pumpkins, fall decor, photo opportunities, haystack slide, petting zoo, corn pit, a barrel train and more. $2 for ages 2 & up. Saturday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday. 1-6 p.m.
Rustic Roots Pumpkin Patch
105340 Greer Rd, Lamont
Features pumpkins and fall décor as well as a 10-acre corn maze, a sunflower milo maze, a petting zoo, corn cannon, giant slide fort, tractor tire playground, hayrides, yard games, jump pad, barrel train and concessions. On Oct. 15, families can enjoy a special fall festival with live music, food trucks, vendors and all of the farm activities. Pumpkin patch admission is $10. Seniors 65 & older and kids 2 & under get in free. Tuesday-Thursday, 3-6 p.m.; Friday & Saturday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. & Sunday, 1-6 p.m.
Oct. 4-5
Asian District Night Market Festival at Military Park
2520 N Classen Blvd, OKC
Features Asian food vendors, cultural demonstrations, a fashion show, live music, an eating competition and more. Free to attend. 5-11 p.m.
Oct. 4-6
Oklahoma Regatta Festival at RIVERSPORT OKC
725 S Lincoln Blvd, OKC
Features a three-day celebration of rowing, kayaking, dragon boating, whitewater rafting and family fun. Free to attend; parking, $10. See website for a schedule of events.
Vintage Market Days at Chisholm Creek
13230 Pawnee Dr, OKC
Features an upscale vintage-inspired market featuring original art, antiques, clothing, jewelry, handmade treasures, home décor, outdoor furnishings consumable yummies, seasonal plantings and more. $10-$15; kids (12 & under), free. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Greek Festival at St. George Greek Orthodox Church
2101 Nw 145th St, OKC
Features authentic Greek food such as gyros and baklava and live entertainment including dancing, music and more. Prices vary. Friday & Saturday, 10 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Oct. 4-20
301 W Reno Ave, OKC Features pumpkins, gourds, haystacks, cornstalks and mums with imaginative displays, hand-crafted games, themed activities, local vendors, unlimited rides on Mo’s Carousel and more. $9; members & kids (2 & under), free. Sunday-Thursday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Friday & Saturday, 10 a.m.-6:30 p.m.; Monday, closed.
Pumpkinville at Myriad Gardens
Oct. 5
A Child’s World 5K at Ruby Grant Park
3110 W Franklin Rd, Norman
Features a 5k showcasing the 5 developmental skills for children. Benefits Crossroads Youth & Family Services, Inc. $15 & up. 9-11 a.m.
Market in the Park at Harrah Heritage Park
1374 N Church, Harrah
Features a craft show, music, a kids’ area and more. Free to attend. Participation prices vary. 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
FREE Hooked on Fishing Lessons at Metro Tech Springlake Campus
1900 Springlake Dr, OKC
Kids age 5-15 can visit educational stations that cover various fishing topics such as equipment, knot tying, fish identification, casting and regulations. Attendees will receive a rod and reel, tackle, and bait while supplies last. Preregister. 10 a.m.-noon.
FREE Monarch Migration Celebration at Martin Park Nature Center
5000 W Memorial Rd, OKC
Features games, interactive activities and educational opportunities to learn about the monarch’s life cycle, their migration journey and their role in our ecosystem. 10 a.m.-noon.
FREE Folklife Festival at the Oklahoma History Center
800 Nazih Zuhdi Dr, OKC
Features a culturally rich festival with cultural practitioners, diverse communities and heritage professionals that spark curiosity, catalyze intercultural exchange and create participatory experiences. Museum admission is complimentary for festival guests. 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Oklahoma Czech Festival in Downtown Yukon & Yukon Czech Hall
Main St & 205 N Czech Hall Rd, Yukon
Features a parade, polka music, dancing, carnival rides, a petting zoo and a craft show with more than 150 booths. Free to attend. 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Guthrie Crazy Days in Downtown Guthrie
110 W Harrison Ave, Guthrie
Features a craft market, local shopping, food trucks, inflatables and more. Free to attend. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Oct. 5-27
2000 Remington Pl, OKC Trick-or-treaters can visit themed booths displaying an array of family-friendly decorations and elaborate props, perfect for capturing photo moments and collect treats from 13 candy stations located along the Haunt the Zoo trail. Zoo admission plus trick-or-treat bags: $8; members, $7. Saturdays & Sundays, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Haunt the Zoo at the Oklahoma City Zoo
Oct. 6
Paddlemania at Riversport OKC
800 Riversport Dr, OKC
Features competitions including whitewater kayak racing, Battle of the Paddles and community raft races. Free to attend, parking, $10. See website for schedule.
Wanderlust Market at Wheeler Ferris Wheel
1701 S Western Ave, OKC
Features an outdoor market with artists, hand-crafted artisans, boutiques and local businesses offering re-purposed, vintage and unique products. Free to attend. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Farm Girl Fair at Sandy River Ranch
3500 NW 72nd Ave, Norman
Features food, artisan, traditional fair activities and live music. 13 & up, $5; 12 & under, free. 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
International Festival at Legacy Park
1898 Legacy Park Dr, Norman
Features music, food, and global exploration. Experience Norman’s Epcot-inspired journey around the world with live music, international cuisines and themed areas representing different cultures. 1-5 p.m.
Oct. 10
Sensory Night at Pumpkinville
301 W Reno Ave, OKC
Features an event for families and their children with sensory challenges, offering a more controlled environment to experience the fall festival – no loud music and smaller crowds. All ages welcome. $9; members & kids (2 & under), free. 5:30-7 p.m.
Oct. 11-12
Watonga Cheese and Wine Festival
Main St, Watonga
Features a parade, live music, art & craft show, food and beverage options, wine tastings and, of course, a wide range of cheese-related activities, including tastings and cooking contests. Free to attend. Friday, 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Oct. 11-13
Fall Festival at Rustic Roots
105340 Greer Rd, Lamont
Features live music, food trucks and more, in addition to the pumpkin patch and farm activities. Families can enjoy hayrides, a petting zoo, a 10-acre corn maze, barrel train rides and a giant slide fort. Ages 3-64, $12; 65& up, $5. 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
Oklahoma Highland Gathering at Choctaw Creek Park
2001 N Harper Rd, Choctaw
Features Highland games, live performances, Celtic vendors, global cuisines and more. $10 & up; kids (under 12), free. Friday, 5-9 p.m.; Saturday & Sunday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Charlotte’s Web at Oklahoma Children’s Theatre
2501 N Blackwelder Ave, OKC
Wilbur the pig doesn’t appear to have a very bright future when Fern saves him. Surrounded by supportive barnyard friends on Zuckerman’s Farm — and befriended by a very gifted spider — Wilbur becomes Some Terrific, Radiant Pig! Best suited for age 5 & up. $12. See website for show times.
Oct. 12
1001 Garth Brooks Blvd, Yukon Features a family-oriented event celebrating the western history of the famous Chisholm Trail with living history re-enactors of the Old West, a variety of foods, live entertainment, contests, Civil War demonstrations, gunfights, vendors, craft booths, the Kids Korral, pony rides, and a petting zoo. Free to attend. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Chisholm Trail Festival at Mollie Spencer Farm
Fall Fest at McLoud Veterans Memorial Park
401-499 W Hinchley St, McLoud
Features live music, food trucks, craft vendors, face painting, inflatables, a tractor show, pumpkin stand and more. 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Festival of the Wichitas at Sonrise Adult & Teen Challenge
19792 NW Cache Rd, Cache
Features live music, art, games, hayrides, a petting zoo, pumpkin patch, bounce houses and more. Free to attend. Noon-8 p.m.
FREE Second Saturday at Oklahoma Contemporary
11 NW 11th St, OKC
Features art-making opportunities and experiences inspired by exhibitions on view. 1-4 p.m.
FREE Hispanic Fiesta at Scissortail Park
415 S Robinson Ave, OKC
Features a celebration of the Hispanic culture representing multiple countries through music, dance, food and vendor showcase. 5-10 p.m.
Oct. 13
FREE Pumpkin Painting Extravaganza at OKCMOA
415 Couch Dr, OKC
Features pumpkin painting and free museum admission. noon-4 p.m.
Fall Harvest Fest at Delmar Gardens
1225 SW 2nd St, OKC
Features seasonal foods and activities with a chili cook-off, local beer, live music, yard games and pumpkin decorating. Adults, $35; youth (3-20), $20; kids (2 & under), free. 2-5 p.m.
Oct. 14
FREE Indigenous Peoples Day at First Americans Museum
659 First Americans Blvd, OKC
Features cultural performances, educational demonstrations, stickball games and food trucks. Exhibition admission (optional) is discounted at $5 per person for ages four and up. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Oct. 16-18
1400 Classen Dr, OKC Features all-themed crafts, story time, games and more, plus free museum admission. Story time is held every hour on the half-hour. 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
FREE Fall Y’all Family Fun at the Oklahoma Hall of Fame
Oct. 17
FREE Fall Fest at Stephenson Park
400 S Littler Ave, Edmond
Features free face painting with Kaleidoscope Arts, vendors, giveaways, and a performance from Souled Out. 5-8 p.m.
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Haunt the Harn at Harn Homestead
1721 N Lincoln Blvd, OKC
Features an outdoor trick-or-treating event with old-fashioned games and crafts. Friendly costumes are encouraged. $8 in advance; $10 at the door. 6:30-8:30 p.m.[/bg_white_smoke]
Oct. 18-19
FREE Arcadia Route 66 Neonfest
E Old Highway 66, Arcadia
Features neon displays, neon campfires, a film festival and more. Neon Campfire begins at 7:30 p.m. nightly. See website for schedule.
Oct. 18-20
Robbers Cave Fall Festival at Robbers Cave State Park
4575 Northwest 1024th Ave, Wilburton
Features arts & crafts, classic car show, food, carnival rides, entertainment & activities. Friday & Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
An Affair of the Heart at State Fair Park
3001 General Pershing Blvd, OK
Features a three-day shopping event featuring art, clothing, antiques, collectibles, gourmet food and more. Three-day pass- $10; kids (12 & under), free. Friday & Saturday, 9 a.m. -6 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Oct. 18-26
History and Haunts at the Overholser Mansion
405 NW 15th St, OKC
See the home in its nighttime splendor, learn the history of the house and its former occupants, and discover why some say they are still roaming the halls! Preregister, space is limited. $20. Tours begin at 5, 6 & 7 p.m.
Oct. 19
FREE Mama Mixer & Market at Wheeler Ferris Wheel
1707 S Western Ave, OKC
Features locally owned businesses, pop-up shops plus free activities for kids including bounce houses, face painting and more. 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Guthrie Wine Festival in Downtown Guthrie
W Harrison between 1st & 2nd St, Guthrie
Features a family-friendly event with wine, beer, crafts, art, food and more. Free to attend. 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Stockyards Stampede at Stockyard City
S Agnew Ave, OKC
Features chuckwagons, equestrian activities, carriage rides, food trucks and a children’s educational area. Rodeo Cinema will be airing a free movie for kids and offering free popcorn. 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
FREE Red Earth FallFest at Myriad Gardens
301 W Reno Ave, OKC
Features an arts market, and a youth Powwow, celebrating Oklahoma City’s Indigenous People’s Day. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Oct. 20
Spooky Pooch Parade at Myriad Gardens
301 W Reno Ave, OKC
Special guest judges will present prizes to the best and most creatively dressed pooches. Preregister to participate. Spectators welcome! 3-4 p.m.
Oct. 21
Yukon’s Mummy & Son Masquerade at Jackie Cooper Gym
1024 E Main St, Yukon
Features a fun evening of contests, spooky music, dancing and more. There will also be creepy games, a mummy-wrapping contest, dance contest and candy. Capacity is limited. $3 in advance. 5-8 p.m.
Oct. 23-29
Storybook Forest at Arcadia Lake
7200 15th St, Edmond
Features a fun, not-scary trail filled with roaming characters. Additional activities include storytime, carnival games, hay rides, concessions and a campfire. $15 per child; $5 per adult. 5:30-8:30 p.m.[/bg_white_smoke]
Oct. 24
HalloWest at National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum
HalloWest1700 NE 63rd St, OKC
Features trick-or-treating, crafts, a maker space, face painting, historic re-enactors and more. Costumes are encouraged. Member, $15-$20; nonmember,$20-$25; kids (12 & under), free. 5:30-8 p.m.
Oct. 25
Monster Mash Halloween Dance at The Station Recreation Center
700 S Broadway Ave, Moore
Features a spooky night to enjoy with the family with a haunted room, treats and games. Costumes are encouraged. All ages welcome. $10 in advance; $15 day of. 6-8 p.m.
Oct. 25-27
ScaryTale Park at Scissortail Park
655 S Robinson Ave, OKC
Features candy stops with popular characters and scenes, crafts, photo ops, entertainment and more. Kids (3 & up), $10 per child; adults, $3; members, free. Friday, 4-6 p.m. for families with special needs, 6-9 p.m. general admission; Saturday & Sunday, 4-9 p.m.
Oct. 26
Archaeology Day at Sam Noble Museum
2401 Chautauqua Ave, Norman
Features family-oriented activities such as flint knapping and atlatl demonstrations. Visitors can also excavate in sandboxes, participate in arts and crafts and take archaeologist-led tours. Free with admission. 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
FREE Paranormal Fest at the Downtown Library
300 Park Ave, OKC
Features expert talks on Bigfoot and ghost hunting, a family-friendly movie marathon, arts and crafts, an escape room, a vendor fair and more. 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
FREE Midtown Walkabout
Robinson Ave, OKC
Features free pop-up programming such as art demonstrations, live music and more. Midtown merchants and restaurants will offer specials, activities and giveaways. 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Festival of Freaks at OKC Fairgrounds – Centennial Building
609 Kiamichi Pl, OKC
Features local vendors selling spooky wares, a costume contest, trick or treating for the kids, while supplies last, and more. $5; kids (3 & under), free. 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
Spooksville at Yukon Community Center
2200 S Holly Ave, Yukon
Features the Mutt Masquerade dog costume contest, children’s costume contest, carnival, and haunted house. Carnival activities include lots of candy, games, and various Halloween-themed crafts. Costumes encouraged. Kids, $4; 13 & up, free. 2-6 p.m.
FREE Haunt Old Town Moore
Broadway Ave, Moore
Features family fun activities including trick or treating, food trucks, inflatables, games, music & candy. 4-7 p.m.
Oct. 26-27
Halloween Train at the Oklahoma Railway Museum
3400 NE Grand Blvd, OKC
Features a 40-minute Halloween train ride, mini-golf course, a scavenger hunt and a costume contest. 13 & up, $15, kids (3-12), $8; kids (under 3), free. 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
FREE Neighborhood Fall Fest at Life.Church
(various locations)
Features food, fun and games from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Take part in a trunk-or-treat from 2-4 p.m.
Oct. 28
Reno Ave & Mickey Mantle Dr, OKC Features trick or treating at Bricktown businesses, popular characters and local mascots, spooky tunes and more. For ages 14 & under. 4-7 p.m.
FREE Brick or Treat in Bricktown
Oct. 31
FREE Haunt the Hill On Calle Dos Cinco
SW 25th Street from Hudson to Robinson, OKC
Features games, trunk-or-treating and more. Costumes encouraged. 5-7 p.m.
Halloween Harvest at OKC Recreation Centers
(various locations)
Features glow-in-the-dark activities, games, face paintings, foods, arts & crafts and more. Costumes encouraged. 6-8 p.m.
Fall Fun in November
Nov. 2
Pumpkin Harvest Craft Festival at Jackie Cooper Gym
1024 E Main St, Yukon
Features 40 Oklahoma crafters selling candles, repurposed wood art, handmade soaps, home décor and more, plus a bake sale with proceeds benefiting Friends of the Park and the Pumpkin Patch Café. Free to attend. 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Nov. 11
OKC Festival of Vida Muerte Day of the Dead Celebration at Scissortail Park
415 S Robinson Ave, OKC
Features interactive activities, community ofrendas, authentic food, cultural market, art, music, dancing, dog parade and more. Free to attend. Noon-9 p.m.
This list of things to do for fall was updated by Lindsay Cuomo, MetroFamily’s digital editor. Lindsay has worked for MetroFamily since 2014, keeping metro families up to date on OKC metro family fun and things to do all year long. Details such as dates and times for 2024, plus new events were added. To find more family fun, including pumpkin patches, fall festivals, Halloween activities and more, check out all our fall guides highlighting fall festivals, trick-or-treating, hayrides and more.
Things to do this September
Sept. 5-8
FREE Cleveland County Free Fair at the Cleveland County Fairgrounds
615 E Robinson St, Norman
Features a midway with carnival rides and games, live entertainment, livestock exhibits, petting zoo, wiener dog races, baby crawl races, car & motorcycle show and more. See website for a complete schedule.
Sept. 6
Pepper Festival at Choctaw Creek Park
2001 N Harper Rd, Choctaw
Features live music, vendors, delicious food and a pepper eating contest.
Sept. 6-7
FREE Mustang Western Days at Wild Horse Park
1201 N Mustang Rd, Mustang
Features Stampede Fun Run, a parade, a best-dressed cowboy & cowgirl contest, art show, car show, live music, gunfighters, games and more. Some activities are at other locations. Free to attend. Friday, 5-10 p.m.; Saturday, 6:30 a.m.-10 p.m.
Sept. 7
Piedmont Founders Day in Olde Town
Piedmont & Jackson, Piedmont
Features a vintage, boutique & craft sale, parade, 5K, inflatables, games and more. Free to attend. 7 a.m.-4 p.m.
Sept. 12-14
Pioneer Day Festival in Skiatook
Hwy. 20 & S. Locust St, Skiatook
Features a parade, carnival rides, arts & craft vendors, food trucks, fishing derby, car show and more. Free to attend. See website for schedule.
Sept. 14
FREE Children’s Fishing Derby at Ten Acre Lake
15600 NE 10th St, Choctaw
Features an age-divided fishing derby for kids of all ages. Food trucks will be on-site for refreshments. 8-11 a.m.
FREE Second OHOF Saturdays at Oklahoma Hall of Fame
1400 Classen Dr, OKC
Features complimentary admission, crafts, games and more. During the first hour, guests can take part in a sensory-friendly experience. Also held Oct. 12. 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Harrah Day at Heritage Park
1374 N Church Ave, Harrah
Features a parade, live music, corn hole tournament, a car show, vendor booths, food trucks, activities for kids, fireworks show and more. Free to attend. 9:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m.
FREE Second Saturday XL at Oklahoma Contemporary
11 NW 11th St, OKC
Features art-making opportunities and experiences inspired by exhibitions on view. September’s theme is Budding Builders. 1-4 p.m.
Sept. 12-15
Rogers County Free Fair at the Claremore Expo Center
400 S Veterans Pkwy, Claremore
Features a horse show, car show, 4-H and FFA competitions, carnival rides, children’s area, midway games and more. Free to attend. See website for a schedule of events.
Sept. 12-16
Disney On Ice presents Magic in the Stars at the Jim Norick Arena
333 Gordon Cooper Blvd, OKC
Features an all-new production with figure skating, stunts, special effects, eye-catching costumes and stunning set designs. $20 & up. See website for showtimes.
Sept. 12-22
Oklahoma State Fair at State Fair Park
Oklahoma State Fair3001 General Pershing Blvd, OKC
Features free concerts, food and shopping vendors, shows, exhibits, games, carnival rides and more. Adults, $15; kids (6-11), $10; kids (5 & under), free. See website for a schedule of events.
Sept. 13
FREE OKC Ballet Under the Stars at Scissortail Park
415 S Robinson Ave, OKC
Features excerpts from classical ballet and modern dance performed by professional dancers and local students. Attendees can also participate in a movement class. 5:30-8 p.m.
Goin’ West Music Fest at National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum
1700 NE 63rd St, OKC
Features talented singer-songwriters and rising country stars including Kylie Morgan as headliner, Wyatt Zane, Chloe Fredericks and Finis Smith. $25; All-inclusive pass, $75. 6 p.m.
Sept. 13-14
FREE Cherokee Strip Celebration in Enid
Downtown Enid
Features food, arts & craft show, live entertainment, parade, and more. Friday, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.-noon.
Sept. 13-15
Scotsfest at Broken Arrow Events Park
21101 E 101st St, Broken Arrow
Features food, crafts, live Celtic music, highland games, Scottish and Irish dance demonstrations, a Celtic dog parade and genealogy & family history sessions. $15 & up. Friday, 5-11 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sunday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Sept. 14
FREE Cherokee Strip Celebration in Perry
Downtown Perry
Features a 5k, parade, Mock gunfights, live entertainment, food, exhibitors and more. 7 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Curiousiday: Monarch Marvels at Sam Noble Museum
2401 Chautauqua Ave, Norman
Features hands-on activities and create bug-themed crafts. Explore the fascinating lives of insects through this fun-filled, all-ages educational journey. Free with admission. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Grillstock BBQ & Music Festival at Buck Thomas Park
1691 Buck Thomas Dr, Moore
Features a BBQ competition with four categories, a chili cook-off, people’s choice tastings & voting, live entertainment, a beer garden, vendor booths and more. Free to attend; tastings, $10-$15 per person. 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
FREE Move Your ScissorTAIL BLOCK PARTY at Scissortail Park
403 SW 10th St, OKC
Features free fitness classes, DJ, food trucks, character appearances, 3v3 basketball tournament and more. 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
FREE Uptown Outside in Historic Uptown 23rd
NW 23rd St, OKC
Features a block-party style event with food, music, art and community. Activities include a kids’ area, vendor market, skate park and more. 4-10 p.m.
Sept. 20
Friday Night Bites at the Central Park Amphitheater
700 S Broadway, Moore
Features a food truck festival with live music and yard games. 6-9 p.m.
Sept. 21
Migrating Monarchs Drop-In at Myriad Gardens
301 W Reno Ave, OKC
Learn about monarchs and their great migration from Canada to Mexico. Participants will learn about monarch tagging as the group explores a monarch waystation. Best suited for ages 6-16. Preregister. Member, $6; nonmember, $8. 11 a.m.-noon.
Sept. 21-Nov. 9
Orr Family Farm Fall Season
14400 S Western, OKC
Features hayrides, a pumpkin patch, corn maze and fun fall activities. Some activities may require additional fees. $18.95 & up. Kids age 2 and under are free. See website for hours of operation.
Sept. 22
India Food & Arts Festival at Scissortail Park
300 SW 7th St, OKC
Features food, clothing, jewelry, live performances and cultural stalls from different regions of India. Free to attend. 11 a.m.-9 p.m.
Discovery Family Series Concert – The Conductor’s Spellbook at Civic Center Music Hall
201 N Walker Ave, OKC
Features a full orchestra performing familiar classics and more. $9. 2 p.m.; pre-concert activities, 1 p.m.
FREE Edmond First UMC Fall Festival at Chitwood Park
715 S 1st St, Edmond
Features a multigenerational cookout and fellowship. 5-7 p.m.
Sept. 20-22
Route 66 Balloon Festival in Arcadia
212 OK-66, Arcadia
Features balloon competitions, rides and glows, plus live music, vendors and activities for kids. Adults, $15; parking, $5. 7 a.m.-10 p.m.
FREE Old Volks Show at Wildhorse Park
1201 N Mustang Rd, Mustang
Features over 20 different classes of cars from the earliest makes and models and beyond as well as a live DJ playing music from the 60s & 70s and food trucks. 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Sept. 20-Oct. 6
WINGS Fall Festival & Pumpkin Patch
13700 N Eastern, Edmond
Features a petting zoo, yard games, hayrides, inflatables, photo-ops and pumpkins of all shapes and sizes plus other fall decor. $8; family 4-pack, $25; kids (2 & under), free. Operating hours are Friday & Saturday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday, 1-6 p.m
Sept. 23-Oct. 6
FREE “The Literary Pumpkin” Decorating Contest at the Edmond Library
10 S Boulevard, Edmond
Pick up a mini pumpkin and transform it into a work of art inspired by your favorite literary characters, books or stories. Then, return your masterpiece to the Edmond Library in time for voting.
Sept. 28
FREE Old Settler’s Day in Perkins
Main St, Perkins
Features a parade, vendor alley, kids zone, hot dog eating contest and more. The parade will begin along Main Street at 9 am. Past parades have included marching bands, Native American dress, tractors, bikes, vehicles, floats and horses. 7 a.m.-4 p.m.
Down Syndrome Festival & 5K at Myriad Gardens
301 W Reno Ave, OKC
Features an awareness walk, festival activities, 1-mile fun run and a 5k. The festival at Myriad Gardens will feature a DJ, games, inflatables, therapy dogs, food trucks and entertainment. 5K, $50; walk & festival, free to attend. 8 a.m.-noon.
FREE Fly-in and Community Day at the El Reno Airport
6600 Mustang Field Rd, El Reno
Features an air show, helicopter rides, inflatables, food trucks and more. 8 a.m.-3 p.m.
FREE Monarch Festival at Mollie Spencer Farm
1001 Garth Brooks Blvd, Yukon
Features monarch-related crafts for kids, a seed ball-making station, face painting and more. Local gardening experts will be available to answer all your questions about planting a garden that attracts and supports monarch butterflies. Preregister. 9 a.m.-noon.
FREE OU Westheimer Aviation Festival at Max Westheimer Airport
1700 Lexington Ave, Norman
Features aircraft displays, a children’s area with community guests and STEM activities and tours of the control tower. 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
2020 Remington Pl, OKC Features a celebration of curiosity and creativity. Enjoy FREE hands-on activities hosted by SMO staff and community partners. 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
FREE Tinkerfest at Science Museum Oklahoma
Pioneer Library System Touch-a-Truck at the Cleveland County Fairgrounds
615 E Robinson, Norman
Children are free to climb aboard their favorite large vehicles. Drivers and experts will be on hand to answer questions attendees have about the equipment. Free to attend; donations encouraged. Quiet hour: 9 – 10 a.m.; engines on, 10 a.m. – noon
Alpaca Farm Day at Magnolia Blossom Ranch
2901 NW 16th St, Newcastle
Features alpacas, activities for kids, live demonstrations and farm tours. Tickets must be purchased in advance. $10; kids (under 2), free. 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
FREE Cowboy Days at Hope Retreat Ranch
2320 S Sandwood Ave, Choctaw
Features a day of outdoor fun with activities and entertainment for all ages and abilities including live Bluegrass music, hayrides, face painting, Chuck Wagon feed and more. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
VegFest OKC at Myriad Gardens
301 W Reno Ave, OKC
Features fun, food, fitness and more with over 70 vendors, exhibitors and food trucks. Free to attend. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
FREE Fiestas de las Americas in the Historic Capitol Hill District
SW 25th St. between Harvey and Robinson, OKC
Features a celebration of Oklahoma’s rich multicultural heritage with the Parade of the Americas, family activities and live entertainment. 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.
FREE Plaza District Festival
1700 block of NW 16th St, OKC
Features a wide array of Oklahoma’s own performing artists, visual artists, live musicians and children’s activities. Oklahoma City’s own Josh Fudge will headline the festival. noon- 10 p.m.
FREE CU in the Park at Scissortail Park
415 S Robinson Ave, OKC
Features a free country music concert starring Jordan Davis. 7 p.m.
Sept. 29
Mesta Festa at Perle Mesta Park
1900 N Shartel Ave, OKC
Features a beverage garden, live music, family activities, sand volleyball, local artists, and shopping pop-up booths. Benefits the Mesta Park Neighborhood Association. Free to attend. Noon-6 p.m.
Sept 26-Oct. 6
Tulsa State Fair at Expo Square
4145 E 21st St, Tulsa
Features carnival rides, attractions, concerts, creative arts, food, livestock competitions & more. Adults, $15; military & seniors(62+), $8; kids(5-12), $10; Kids (under5), free. Open most days at 10 a.m.
Sept. 27-28
Chalk It Up An Art Festival in Downtown Broken Arrow
1st & Main St, Broken Arrow
Features a chalk art competition, live music, street performers and more. Friday, 5-9 p.m. & Saturday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Rock Island Arts Festival at Rock Island Depot
100 Chickasha Ave, Chickasha
Features fine art displays, crafter booths, live music & entertainment as well as a children’s creation station, bounce houses, a giant sand pile and more. Free to attend. Friday, 11 a.m.-9 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
