There is always something to do in Oklahoma! This is your summertime guide to family-friendly fun around the state! Whether you are looking for an outdoor festival in the Oklahoma City metro or an event with small-town charm, this guide can help you plan day and weekend trips where there is family fun waiting to be explored in every corner of the state!
Want to see the seasonal festivals and fairs offered year-round in Oklahoma? See our guide to festivals in all seasons.
[Editor’s Note: This is a working list last updated on June 11, 2024, so check back often for new listings. If you know of a festival or activity that you think should be included, please email the listing information to calendar@metrofamilymagazine.com or leave a comment below.]
May 16-19
Rooster Days Festival in Broken Arrow (1500 S Main St, Broken Arrow) features carnival rides, food trucks, an outdoor/indoor vendor marketplace, 5k & 1-mile fun runs, a parade and more. Free to attend. Thursday, 5-10 p.m.; Friday, 5-11 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sunday, noon-6 p.m.
May 25-26
Chuck Wagon Festival at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum (1700 NW 63rd St) features a two-day, fun-filled family weekend with chuck wagon and Native food samples, artisan demonstrations, Western reenactors, archery, craft stations, country and western dancing, live music and more. $15 in advance; $20 at the door; kids (12 & under) & museum members, free. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
May 30-June 1
Magnolia Festival of Oklahoma at the Choctaw Event Center (3702 Choctaw Rd, Durant) features carnival rides, activities for kids, festival food, live entertainment, tractor show, artisan vendors and more. Free to attend. See website for schedule.
May 31-June 2
Sunfest at Bartlesville’s Sooner Park (420 SE Madison Blvd, Bartlesville) features live entertainment, arts and crafts, children’s games and more. Free to attend. Friday, 3-10 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
June 1
Sunny Dayz Mural Festival in Ponca City (113 N 4th St) features 52 artists creating 30 murals, plus vendors, live music and more. Noon-8 p.m.
June 2
FREE OKC Farmers Market District Festival in the OKC Farmers Market District (1304 SW 2nd St) features over 100 local vendors, a petting zoo, food trucks, live music, antiques, educational seminars, an OKC fire truck for the kids and more. 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
June 6-9
deadCENTER Film Festival in Downtown Oklahoma City (various locations) features new short films, documentaries, comedies, scary monster movies and some of the best independent films from around the world and all over Oklahoma. See website for a full list of films and showtimes.
Dancing Turtle Arts Festival in Stillwater (various locations) features film, children’s activities, live music, workshops, dance, theater, industrial arts, arts demonstrations and more. See website for activity and performance schedule. Friday, noon-6 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
June 7-9
El Reno Small Town Weekend at Adams Park (2001 Park Dr, El Reno) celebrates Old Route 66 with a car show, Hot Wheels races, drag races, burnouts, antique car cruise, kids games and more. FREE to attend, event prices vary. See website for schedule.
June 8
FREE Chandler Ice Cream Festival at Tilghman Park (811 Park Rd, Chandler) features free ice cream, carnival rides, activities for kids, live music by local talent and more. Noon-5 p.m.
June 13-15
FREE Jazz in June at Andrews Park (201 W Daws St, Norman) features a three-day music festival with a long list of jazz musicians. See website for schedule.
Tulsa Juneteenth Festival in the Historic Greenwood District (Greenwood Avenue, Tulsa) features a festival that commemorates African American freedom, emphasizes education, celebrates the rich heritage of Greenwood, encourages healthy and active lifestyles, and advocates community impact. See website for schedule.
June 14-15
Route 66 Festival in Downtown Vinita (104 E Illnois Ave, Vinita) features live music, car show, food trucks and free activities for kids and families. Free to attend. Friday, 6-10 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Juneteenth on the East in Oklahoma City (NE 23rd Ave., from N. Kelham Ave. to N. Hood St) features live music, a 5k race, interactive murals, dance performances, spoken word, food trucks and local small businesses. 3-9 p.m.
June 15
FREE Route 66 Triple Tour in Warr Acres, Bethany & Yukon (various locations) features family-friendly activities right on the Mother Road. Spanning the three cities simultaneously, attendees can look forward to a nostalgic classic car cruise running throughout the day, showcasing the best of automotive history. Free to attend. See website for schedule.
FREE Juneteenth Midwest City Family Festival at Joe B. Barnes Regional Park (8700 E Reno Ave, Midwest City) features activities for the whole family in a fun and safe environment. 3-8:30 p.m.
FREE Pawnee Old Time Saturday Night Cruze-In in Downtown Pawnee celebrates a bygone era with live music, games for kids and a car show. Bring your own street rod, 4×4, motorcycle or sports car and put it on display for everyone to see and admire. 3-9 p.m.
June 16
FREE Father’s Day Fest at Scissortail Park (300 SW 7th St) features a free family event with inflatables, face painting, games, local vendors, live entertainment, food trucks and more. 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
June 19
FREE Norman Juneteenth Festival at Reaves Park (2501 Jenkins Ave, Norman) features live music, guest speakers, vendors, food trucks, games, a domino tournament, fireworks and more. 6-10 p.m.
June 20
FREE Summer Solstice Celebration at the First Americans Museum (659 First Americans Blvd) features First American dancing, cultural demonstrations and reflections. Bring a camera to capture the magic of the eight o’clock hour when the sun sets at the peak of the FAM Mound. 6-9 p.m.
June 22
Stars & Stripes River Festival at RIVERSPORT Adventures (800 Riversport Dr) features a full day of rowing, paddling and dragon boat racing. Free to attend; parking, $10. 8 a.m.-10 p.m.
Taste of Summer Ice Cream Festival in Broken Arrow’s Central Park (1500 S Main St, Broken Arrow) features a family fun zone with inflatables and face painting, a car show, art vendors, food trucks, live entertainment, a steak cook-off and all-you-can-eat Blue Bell ice cream. $7 in advance; $8 day of; kids (2 & under), free. 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
June 22-23
Kidsfest at the Woolaroc Museum & Wildlife Preserve (1925 Woolaroc Ranch Rd, Bartlesville) features entertainment, games, pony rides and more. Adults, $14; kids (12 & under), free. 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
AAA Route 66 Road Fest at SageNet Center at Expo Square (4145 E 21st St, Tulsa) features interactive exhibits detailing each decade along The Mother Road plus family-friendly activities, vintage cars and more. Adults, $10; kids (12 & under), free with paid adult. Saturday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
June 28-30
FREE OKC Pride Festival & Parade in Downtown Oklahoma City (various locations) features a three-day festival with art, music, a parade and more. All ages welcome. See website for schedule.
For a complete list of Independence Day Events, see our Independence Day Fun Guide.
July 7-12
International Finals Youth Rodeo at the Heart of Oklahoma Exposition Center (1700 W Independence, Shawnee) features up & coming contestants from across the US competing in barrel racing, pole bending, breakaway roping, bareback riding and more. See website for a complete schedule.
July 12-13
Blackberry Festival at the McLoud High School Complex (12780 W Seikel, McLoud) features all kinds of blackberry-themed items, live music, a parade, carnival, old fashion games, food and fireworks. FREE admission. Friday, 5-10 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m.-11 p.m.
July 12-14
An Affair of the Heart of Tulsa at the River Spirit Expo Center at Expo Square (4145 E 21st, Tulsa) is one of the largest arts and crafts shows in the nation, with a variety of crafts, antiques, collectibles, furniture, decorative items, jewelry and clothing. $10, kids (12 & under), free. Friday & Saturday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
July 18-20
Porter Peach Festival in Downtown Porter features arts & crafts, games, parade, car show, 5K Run, peach auction, music, food, antique tractor pull, carnival and, of course, peaches. FREE admission and peach ice cream while supplies last. FREE admission. Thursday & Friday, 4 p.m.; Saturday, 7 a.m.
July 27
FREE National Day of the Cowboy at the Chisholm Trail Heritage Center (1000 Chisholm Trail Parkway, Duncan) features western-themed activities, storytime, craft activities, live music and more. 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Aug. 4-9
Greenwood Film Festival at OSU-Tulsa (700 N Greenwood Ave, Tulsa) features inspirational stories, panels and events that showcase the pioneers of today by unearthing lessons from the past. Prices vary. See website for schedule.
Aug. 9-10
Firelake Fireflight Balloon Fest at the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Pow Wow Grounds & FireLake Arena (1702 S Gordon Cooper Dr, Shawnee) features live performers, family-friendly activities, fireworks and a display of 25 hot air balloons. Free to attend. Friday, noon-midnight; Saturday, 7 a.m. – midnight.
Aug. 10
FREE Rush Springs Watermelon Festival at Jeff Davis Park in Rush Springs celebrates the watermelon harvest with seed spitting contests, arts & crafts, carnival rides, live entertainment, 5K Watermelon Run, free watermelon and more. Saturday, 9 a.m. – midnight.
Pakistan Day Celebration at Oklahoma City Convention Center (100 Mick Cornett Dr) features traditional Pakistani food, music, dance, and art, as well as educational exhibits and activities for children and families. Free to attend. 7-11 p.m.
Aug. 16-17
Annual OCA Range Rodeo at the Lazy E Arena (9600 Lazy E Dr, Guthrie) features six events including saddle bronc riding, wild cow milking, team branding and wild horse race. Benefits Children’s Miracle Network. Adults, $15-$30; kids (6-11), $5; kids (under 5), free. Friday & Saturday, 7 p.m.
Aug. 23
Oklahoma Festival of Ballooning at Hatbox Field (640 S 40th St, Muskogee) features tethered balloon rides, balloon glows after dark and helicopter rides. There will also be food trucks, children’s activities, live music and a 5K run. The festival will come to a close with a fireworks finale on Sunday. See website for a schedule of activities.
Aug. 29
FREE Rock the Route in Downtown Yukon (Main St between 4th & 5th St, Yukon) features live music, food trucks, family activities and more. Some activities are pay-to-play and prices vary. 6-11 p.m.
Sept. 2
FREE Labor Day Celebration in Henryetta (Main Street, Henryetta) features a parade, games for all ages, concerts, a carnival, rodeo and an impressive fireworks display at dusk as well as a car, bike & tractor show. 10 a.m. – 11 p.m.
Want more family-friendly fun? See our guide to seasonal festivals all year long.
