Oklahoma summers are fun for the strong and rough for the weary. For those that don't mind the heat, there are several "must see" events throughout the state that you truly cannot miss.

Rocklahoma - August 30 - September 1, 2024

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There is no rock music festival in the world that is quite like the annual Rocklahoma festival. This year in Pryor, Oklahoma, they are celebrating another year head-banging to some of the best hard-rock artists in the state. For those attending the festival for the first time, there are a few things you need to know ahead of time to enjoy your time safely. Take a look here for your best Rocklahoma tips.

Blues Ball - August 31 - September 2, 2024

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Music in Medicine Park is sacred. Festivals are always scrapbook-worthy in the tiny town, but the blues ball is an experience all of its own. Happening late August, early September, the annual Blues Ball headlines bands from across the country and brings vendors of all kinds to line the streets of Medicine Park for the three-day festival.

Okie Noodle Tournament - Pauls Valley

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Inspired by a documentary from 2021, this festival awards the best of the best in the Oklahoma tradition of noodling or catching catfish by hand by using your hand as bait. There are different categories of catfish (i.e. largest, longest, smallest, etc.) that competitors can win cash for, bands performing, food and much more.

Jazz in June - Norman - June 13 -15, 2024

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The largest jazz festival in the state happens in the true "classy" capital of Oklahoma: Norman.

Rush Springs Watermelon Festival - August 10, 2024

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Rush Springs is one of the small towns doing big things - hence the reason they host one of the most well-known festivals in Oklahoma.

Woody Fest - July 10 - 14, 2024

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Folk music lovers from all over the country travel to attend the Woodie Guthrie Festival, more commonly known as Woody Fest. Initially, the festival was meant to commemorate the life and music of Woodie Guthrie; now, they do so with more than just the event. For more information, reach out to the Woodie Guthrie Coalition.

Blackberry Festival - July 12 - 13, 2024

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Since the early 1940's, McLoud has been celebrating what was once their most lucrative crop, the blackberry. Over the years, the community perfected their harvest and event sent a crate to President Harriet Truman in 1949, which he admitted were "the best he had ever had." At that point, he declared McLoud to be the "Blackberry Capital of the World" and the town continues to celebrate the harvest season each July.

Make your plans now to attends these festivals, as these are some of the biggest in the state and will run out of spots for the concerts. For open festivals like the Blackberry Festival and the Watermelon Festival, plan ahead to beat the heat and the crowds. Share with us your largest festival you've attended by messaging us through our app.

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