Festivities of Greater Oklahoma City

Celebrating Heritage, Food, Music & Art

There’s one thing you need to know about the people of Oklahoma City: They know how to party. Between the food and heritage festivals, not to mention the art fairs and live music, there’s never a dull moment on OKC’s calendar.

Foodies, head to one charming Oklahoma City suburb in October for Guthrie Escape: Art, Wine & Music Festival, or make your way to Yukon in June for the Chisholm Trail Round-Up Crawfish Festival. Traveling with kids? Check into the Cleveland County Free Fair in September, or wrangle them up for a day at the 89er Days Celebration.

No matter your pleasure, Oklahoma City has your fun.

Arts & Music:

Music fans and art aficionados are in for a treat in Oklahoma City. If you’re staying in town this spring, check out the Festival of the Arts in late April. Set in downtown OKC at Sheridan Avenue and Hudson Avenue, this six-day celebration features live music, great food and artwork from across the country.

Need more music during your spring vacation? Check out the Norman Music Festival in Norman’s own downtown for free live music from some of the best indie rock bands of today. Sticking around until late spring? Don’t miss the Paseo Arts Festival in late May held in the, you guessed it, Paseo Arts District in Oklahoma City.

For the ultimate trifecta, check out the Guthrie Escape Festival for that triple threat of art, wine and music. Held in early October, the Guthrie Escape Festival is held in historic downtown Guthrie, and features live music on two stages, amazing food, and artwork for show and sale. Experience cultural Oklahoma with arts and music festivals in Oklahoma City.

Food Festivals:

Hope you’ve saved room for Oklahoma City’s food festivals and fairs. Taking a summer break in OKC? Hit the Stroud's Historic Route 66 Wine & Food Festival in early June. Set in downtown Stroud – the Winery and Grape Capital of Oklahoma – the celebration is takes place on the Mother Road herself. Another famous path in Oklahoma is the Chisholm Trail – the setting of the Chisholm Trail Round-Up Crawfish Festival also held in early June. This summer fiesta is found in Yukon, and features cuisine of the Cajun, creole, and chuck wagon variety.

There are many reasons to go to the fair, but the biggest incentive might be the food. Treat yourself to a few days at the Payne County Fair during your time in the Oklahoma City area. Held at the Payne County Expo Center in the city of Stillwater, this celebration delights all fair-goers each August. Looking for an inexpensive day in Oklahoma? Check out the Cleveland County Free Fair in early September. Held at the Cleveland County Fairgrounds in Norman, the Cleveland County Free Fair is sure to impress those who love food, rides and games during their time in Oklahoma City.

Heritage Holidays:

Oklahoma is a staple of the Old West, but what would it be without it’s many cultural influences? During your time in Oklahoma City, be sure to visit the many heritage festivals circulating OKC’s calendar. 

Choose from awesome festivities like the Oklahoma Czech Festival in October in Yukon, or the Iron Thistle Scottish Festival in late April at Yukon’s own Kirkpatrick Family Farm. Of course Oklahoma has some heritage of it’s own. Be sure to spend some time at the 89er Days Celebration in mid-April in historic downtown Guthrie.

If you’re visiting Oklahoma during your summer vacation, make certain to see the many performance at the Red Earth Native American Cultural Festival. Held in early June at the Cox Convention Center, the Red Earth Native American Cultural Festival has delighted attendees for more than 25 years. Get a good view of the many dance competitions, and the Red Earth Parade – and be sure to bring home some gifts from the Red Earth Art Market.

With all there is to do in Oklahoma City, don’t you think it’s time to start packing?

Best Western Hotels Along the Way:

Guthrie Hotels

1

BEST WESTERN Territorial Inn

2323 Territorial Trl, Guthrie OK 73044-5781
Phone: (405) 282-8831  |  Fax: (405) 282-2100  |  View Hotel Details  |  Reservations

Complimentary breakfast

Outdoor pool

Norman Hotels

2

BEST WESTERN Norman Inn & Suites

2841 Classen Boulevard, Norman OK 73071-4046
Phone: 405-701-4011  |  Fax: 405-701-4011  |  View Hotel Details  |  Reservations

Complimentary full breakfast

Outdoor pool

Pets not accepted.

Exercise facility 24 hour cardiovascular equipment

Poolside services

Oklahoma City Hotels

3

BEST WESTERN PLUS Saddleback Inn & Conference Center

4300 SW 3rd Street, Oklahoma City OK 73108-1024
Phone: (405) 947-7000  |  Fax: (405) 948-7636  |  View Hotel Details  |  Reservations

Complimentary breakfast

Arizona Grill, on premises, full service, American, open for: breakfast, lunch, dinner, our on-premise full service restaurant with southwest and American cuisine. Serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and room service daily. Items from southwest quesadillas and fajitas to steaks, seafood and poultry plus a variety of sandwiches, burgers and salads!

Pets allowed based on the availability of pet friendly rooms. Up to 2 dogs per room with a 80 pound weight limit. Additional pet types (cats, birds, etc) may be accepted at the hotel's discretion. A refundable cleaning & damage deposit of $50.00 is required upon check-in. If damage occurs or excessive cleaning is needed, the deposit can become non-refundable and the hotel may charge additionally to cover the costs of repair/cleaning.

Universal gym, multi station resistance training

Southwest tiled in-ground whirlpool

4

BEST WESTERN PLUS Broadway Inn & Suites

6101 N Santa Fe Avenue, Oklahoma City OK 73118-7526
Phone: (405) 848-1919  |  Fax: (405) 840-1581  |  View Hotel Details  |  Reservations

Complimentary continental breakfast

Fine dining on premises,

Pets allowed based on the availability of pet friendly rooms. Up to 2 dogs per room with an 80 pound weight limit. Additional pet types (cats, birds, etc) may be accepted at the hotel's discretion. Pet rate is $20 per day with a $100 per week maximum.

Exercise facility, 24 hours, stair stepper, treadmill, stationary bike, weights, yoga ball, medicine ball

Outdoor pool, not heated, seasonal

5

BEST WESTERN PLUS Memorial Inn & Suites

1301 W Memorial Road, Oklahoma City OK 73114-1406
Phone: (405) 286-5199  |  Fax: (405) 286-5198  |  View Hotel Details  |  Reservations

Complimentary full breakfast, hot buffet

Pets may be accepted. Please contact the hotel directly for full details.

Exercise facility, stair stepper, stationary bike, treadmill

Indoor pool

Hot tub, Whirlpool

6

BEST WESTERN PLUS Barsana Hotel & Suites

7701 C A Henderson Boulevard, Oklahoma City OK 73139-2422
Phone: (405) 601-1200  |  Fax: (405) 601-7076  |  View Hotel Details  |  Reservations

Complimentary full breakfast, bacon, sausage, biscuits and gravy, fresh waffles, cheese omlettes etc.

Exercise facility, 0pen from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Indoor pool, heated with shower on deck and bathroom in pool area

Stillwater Hotels

7

BEST WESTERN PLUS Cimarron Hotel & Suites

315 N Husband Street, Stillwater OK 74075-5235
Phone: (405) 372-2878  |  Fax: (405) 372-2879  |  View Hotel Details  |  Reservations

Complimentary full breakfast

Pets allowed based on the availability of pet friendly rooms. Up to 2 dogs per room with a 80 pound weight limit. Additional pet types (cats, birds, etc) may be accepted at the hotel's discretion. Pet rate is $20 per day with a $100 per week maximum.

Exercise facility, 24 Hour

Children's activities, indoor pool

Stroud Hotels

8

BEST WESTERN Stroud Motor Lodge

1200 N 8th Avenue, Stroud OK 74079-4751
Phone: (918) 968-9515  |  Fax: (918) 968-9208  |  View Hotel Details  |  Reservations

Outdoor pool

Ranch House Restaurant, on premises, American, 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Pets may be accepted. Please contact the hotel directly for full details.

Hot tub -Whirlpool

Yukon Hotels

9

BEST WESTERN PLUS Yukon

11440 W I-40 Service Road, Yukon OK 73099-5146
Phone: (405) 265-2995  |  Fax: (405) 265-2996  |  View Hotel Details  |  Reservations

Complimentary full breakfast

Pets may be accepted. Please contact the hotel directly for full details.

Exercise facility, 24 hour cardio center

Indoor pool, heated