Weekly Events Calendar:: September 14-20, 2026

Each week, Oklahoma Today staffers comb through their calendars to find a handful of great events happening across the state. Get out! See Oklahoma! And be sure to let us know what you find, either here or on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at @oklahomatoday.

An Oklahoma tradition unlike any other is back! The Oklahoma State Fair brings food, rides, entertainment, competition, and irreplicable vibes back to OKC Fair Park September 17-27. The aforementioned food is always a key attraction: This year promises delicacies like Mango Bourbon Pork Ribs by Chef Andrew Black, Birria Ramen, Cookie Butter Cheesecake Bites on a Stick, Pickle Dr. Pepper, and more wild creations. Just don’t fill yourself up too much before hopping on any of those rides.

September 17-27. Admission, $7.50-$17.
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It's that time of year again! The Oklahoma State Fair returns to OKC Fair Park September 17-27. Photo courtesy Oklahoma State Fair

It might not be your first rodeo, but you probably haven’t been to one like this before. The Red River Ranch Roundup puts teams in true ranch-work competitions, including wild cow milking, steer gathering, cattle loading, and chuckwagon cooking. Kids get in on the action too, competing in mutton bustin’, nickel toss, and steer riding. It all goes down this Friday and Saturday at Claud Gill Arena in Duncan.

September 18-19. Tickets, $6-$12. facebook.com

All good things must come to an end, and sadly Broken Arrow’s Scotfest is in its final year. This is their final festival after forty-six years, but the organizers plan to go out on a high note. Enjoy Highland athletics, armored combat, dance, piping and drumming, and band competitions. Fuel up on haggis, shepherd’s pie, Scotch eggs, and bangers and mash, then browse Scottish crafts and goods including kilts, jewelry and tartans. You can also raise a glass with beer imported from across the Pond or take part in whisky tastings.

September 18-20. Single day general admission, $26.73.
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After forty-six years, Broken Arrow's Scotfest is taking its final bow. Send them out in style Friday-Sunday while enjoying Highland games, delicious Scottish food, and great music. Photo courtesy Scotfest

Chouteau’s Black Buggy Day celebrates Oklahoma’s Amish heritage with a day of food, arts and crafts, bluegrass music and old-fashioned fun. Sample homemade goodies, browse quilts and antiques, and let the kids enjoy mini buggy rides, pony rides and a petting zoo. Don’t miss the Horsin' Around event, where Amish men show off their horsemanship with cattle sorting, barrel racing, and other horseback challenges.

September 19. Admission, free.
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Get ready for a flavorful celebration of Indian culture during the India Food & Arts Festival at Scissortail Park in downtown Oklahoma City. Hosted by the India Association of Oklahoma, this free, family-friendly festival brings together authentic cuisine from across India, vibrant Bollywood and classical dance performances, live music, and traditional arts. Browse cultural stalls featuring clothing and jewelry, then visit the Artists Zone for hands-on crafts, art, and Indian cooking.

September 20. Admission, free.
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Henna hand art is just one of many cultural attractions at this Sunday's India Food & Arts Festival at Scissortail Park in Oklahoma City. Photo courtesy India Association of Oklahoma

Written By

Ben Luschen

Luschen joined the *Oklahoma Today*’ staff as Research Editor in 2021 and currently works as the magazine's Web Editor, managing the website and social media fronts. His past *Oklahoma Today* stories have ranged in content from the state's bee and quail industries to its vibrant art and music scenes. Not adverse to a road trip, Luschen is always on the lookout for the next big adventure. He is never out of opinions about the current state of Oklahoma City Thunder basketball.