One of the things to love about Oklahoma City is the amazing opportunities for people to connect through art, culture, and local charm. There’s an amazing lineup of festivals full of vibrant experiences this fall. The best part? A festival is fun for the whole family. Check out our list of festivals for global celebrations happening right here in Oklahoma City.
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Fall Guide to Festivals and Culture Around OKC
India Food & Arts Festival
September 22, 2024
11:00 am – 9:00 pm
India Food & Arts Festival is a free event for families hosted by the India Association Of Oklahoma. The festival features food, music, dancing, clothing, jewelry, and cultural stalls from different regions of India. It’s truly an immersive experience at one of the most unique festivals in Oklahoma!
Fiestas de las Américas
September 28, 2024
11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Nominated for best festival in Oklahoma City, Fiestas de las Americas is the largest Latino festival in the Oklahoma City metro. This day-long celebration kicks off with the lively Parade of the Americas which then opens up SW 25th St for a fun day of shopping, eating, entertainment, and community.
Plaza District Festival
September 28, 2024
12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Visit Plaza Fest for a celebration that brings the community spirit to life! Enjoy delectable cuisines from top-notch food truck vendors for all to savor. The vibrant Artist Market will showcase skilled artists presenting their unique crafts, artwork, and more.
Asian Night Market Festival
October 4 – October 5, 2024
5:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Explore one of the largest and most culturally diverse events in Oklahoma! The Asian Night Market is packed with cultural performances, food vendors, kids activities, a fashion show, and much more. One event you won’t want to miss is the samosa eating contest!
Oklahoma City Greek Festival
October 4 – October 6, 2024
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It’s a cultural experience for the entire family at the Oklahoma City Greek Festival. Enjoy live music, dancing, gourmet food, homemade pastries, a Greek market, and a variety of shopping boutiques.
Oklahoma Folklife Festival
October 5, 2024
10:00 am – 3:00 pm
The Folklife Festival, a community-wide event, will celebrate and recognize what the American Folklife Center at the Library of Congress has called “the everyday and intimate creativity that all of us share and pass on to the next generation.” This “creativity” will be represented at the Oklahoma Folklife Festival through dancing, singing, crafts, food, and more.
Oklahoma Czech Festival
October 5, 2024
8:00 am – 5:00 pm
The first weekend in October marks the Oklahoma Czech Festival, a Yukon tradition celebrating the town’s rich Czech heritage. Festivities begin Friday evening with a carnival in downtown Yukon. Sample delightful Czech foods including koláče and klobasy sausages. Shop dozens of arts and crafts booths and festival food vendors.
Oklahoma Regatta Festival
October 4 – October 6
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If you’ve never been out to Riversport OKC, you should definitely go to check out the Oklahoma Regatta Festival. It’s quite impressive to have these unique watersports right in the neighborhood. The three-day event includes RIVERSPORT Rowing, Rafting and Dragon Boat League Championships. Not to mention great food, family fun, and fireworks to cap off racing.
Red Earth FallFest
October 19, 2024
10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Red Earth FallFest will celebrate Oklahoma City Indigenous People’s Day with an Arts & Crafts market and Youth Powwow at the Myriad Gardens in downtown Oklahoma City. Be sure to bring your lawn chairs, blankets, and a picnic to enjoy the day of family-friendly activities.
Stockyards Stampede
October 19, 2024
10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Located in the historic Stockyards City district, Stockyards Stampede features a procession of longhorns, chuckwagon cooking, and live music. The festival starts with longhorns beginning at the iconic National Stockyards archway. Afterwards, sample cobbler, stew, cornbread, and more while shopping locally-made wares from the Made in Oklahoma Market.
OKC Festival de Vida y Muerte – Dia de Muertos
November 3, 2024
12:00 pm
The Festival de Vida y Muerte (Life and Death) celebrates the Mexican holiday known as Day of the Dead. Families celebrate and honor their loved ones who have passed away by creating ofrendas, which include family photos, flowers, and their loved ones’ favorite things. Ofrenda translates to mean “offering” in English. The festival features community ofrendas, traditional dancing, food, music, and more.
For more family-friendly events, check out: “Family Fun In & Around OKC This Fall”
