Are you ready for one of the largest arts festivals in Oklahoma?

04/21/25 • 35 min

Today we are discussing the Paseo Arts Festival in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

The annual Paseo Arts Festival in Oklahoma City showcases the original works of over 90 visual artists in the historic Paseo Arts District. One of the largest arts festivals in the state, festival guests can view many different types of art, including photography, paintings, wood pieces, jewelry, ceramics and sculpture. See innovative works by regional and national artists at this exciting festival.

Hear a variety of music while you browse art, as two stages will showcase local talent of all genres. The North Stage features singer/songwriters, bluegrass guitarists, and folk and country music among other genres. The South Stage shines a spotlight on dancers and heavier musical acts as well as some returning arts festival favorites. Head to the stage at The Paseo Plunge, which will feature spoken word and standup comedy performances.

Enjoy plenty of activities for everyone. Kids can make their own art in the free children's area with sculptures, spin art and more. The historic Paseo Arts District is also home to more than a dozen art galleries, several restaurants and multiple specialty shops, all of which will be open during festival hours. Don't forget to sample the many drinks, snacks and meals available for purchase around the festival grounds.

Visitors can park at First Christian Church at 3700 N Walker Ave and take a free shuttle to the festival.

Named one of the Best Places to Visit by Frommer’s Travel and Travel + Leisure, Oklahoma City offers all of the culture, cuisine, attractions and amenities you’d expect in a modern metropolis. And with its rugged Western past, working stockyards and title as “Horse Show Capital of the World,” it’s rich in cowboy culture, as well. From family fun to romantic retreats to outdoor adventures you won’t find anywhere else, Oklahoma City has plenty of hustle without all the hassle.

Also discussed Heavenlee BBQ, Medicine Park, Paseo Arts District, William Shatner, Star Trek, HGTV and The Oklahoman.

Special thanks to our partner, Enid SOS.

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Today we are discussing the Paseo Arts Festival in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Visitors can park at First Christian Church at 3700 N Walker Ave and take a free shuttle to the festival.

Also discussed Heavenlee BBQ, Medicine Park, Paseo Arts District, William Shatner, Star Trek, HGTV and The Oklahoman.

Special thanks to our partner, Enid SOS.

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Thousands gather every year for this Oklahoma Festival!

Today we are discussing the Strawberry Festival in Stilwell, Oklahoma.

The Stilwell Strawberry Festival is the longest continuous running event in Oklahoma. It’s an event held the second Saturday in May, which celebrates the fruit that put us on the map - strawberries. Stilwell Foods once was the place that froze the delicious berries, grown over many acres across the county, and for sale at grocery stores.

Stilwell Kiwanis Club started the event, which began in 1947 and was a competition with each of the farms entering one of their berry pickers for the title of Strawberry Festival queen. Today the queen must be from the county and that contest is held in the spring.

Friday evenings of the Festival weekend now offers Stilwell’s Got Talent. Following the competition a band performed last year. Saturday is a full day of fun for families and everyone. The morning begins early with a 5-K run, and includes a parade with marching bands, crowning of the Strawberry Queen, strawberry judging and a huge strawberry auction fund-raiser, live music, pony rides for kids, and tons of arts and crafts vendors. A carnival sets up on Wednesday and runs through Saturday night, and the rodeo is a highlight of the weekend.

The City of Stilwell, Oklahoma is home to global manufacturing, the longest consecutively running event in the state - the Strawberry Festival, parks, walking trails, biking trails, recreation, rivers, lakes and a 4,300 acre reserve, Hunt Mill Hollow Ranch.

Also discussed Heavenlee BBQ, Heavy D’s Pizza, Luther Pecan Festival, Kiwanis, Lt Governor Matt Pinnell, Norman Medieval Fair, Catoosa Blue Whale, Catoosa, Fox 23, Route 66 Alliance, and Butcher BBQ.

Special thanks to our partner, Think Ability Inc.

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Are you ready for a rock music festival that rose up in Oklahoma?

Today we are discussing the 43rd annual Rose Rock Festival in Noble, Oklahoma.

Come to the Rose Rock Music Festival in downtown Noble for a fun-filled weekend featuring plenty of family activities. Visitors to this event will enjoy a carnival with popular carnival rides, a car show, poker run and more. Enjoy browsing through booths filled with arts and crafts, and peruse plenty of food booths for tasty treats. Watch the Rose Rock Idol contest to see who walks away with the title. Don't miss the parade on Saturday, and enjoy a wide variety of live musical entertainment featuring local bands throughout the three-day Rose Rock Music Festival.

Located immediately south of Norman, Noble is a charming small town within minutes of most of the Oklahoma City metro area. Noble was formed as part of the great land run of April 22, 1889. Noble is located just east of the South Canadian River and was one of the original towns formed along the Santa Fe Railroad on April 22, 1889. For years Noble was home to a busy railroad depot, several cotton gins, hotels and a thriving Main Street business District.

Also discussed Heavenlee BBQ, VisitOKC, Cafe 75, Southern Living Magazine, BlackTop BBQ, Olympics and The Oklahoman.

Special thanks to our partner, Friends of Nicoma Park.

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