Events
Our area has so much to offer. Find upcoming events below, or submit your event listing for approval.
The Artesian Arts Festival
The Artesian Arts Festival will be on Saturday, June 25. Activities will begin at 9 a.m. and continue until 5 p.m.
Ardmore’s 135th Birthday Celebration
Shops At Ardmore Is Celebrating Ardmore's 135th Birthday on July 22 and 23, 2022.
Fall Festival
Autumn Leaves and Pumpkins Please! 🎃 Join us on Saturday October 15 from 5pm - 8pm for our Fall Festival! Presale tickets have started!
Cross and Crown Ministries “Day of Joy”
"Day of Joy" is a one-day ladies conference for women and teenage girls. It will be held at the Ardmore Convention Center in Ardmore, OK. "Day of Joy" is a non-denominational event. Free Admission Lunch and breakfast snacks are provided. Featured speakers include Wendy Speake, Sonya Brunner and Leanne Martin. For more information or to register go to: crossandcrownministries.com or call (580) 276-7062.
Depot Nights & Christmas Lights
Ardmore Main Street Authority Presents Depot Nights & Christmas Lights featuring fun filled holiday evenings in Ardmore's Depot District. Thursday evenings are a little extra special in the Depot District. Dec 8th, 15th, & 22nd Ardmore Main Street will have free carriage rides, live reindeer, late night shopping (most businesses open until 8pm or later), Christmas lights displayed all throughout the downtown, live music, and more. Come down to Ardmore's Depot District and enjoy the festivities and the magic in the air this holiday season!
Juneteenth Weekend Celebration
Multiple Events to celebrate Juneteenth through out the weekend. Starting at HFV Friday, June 16th: The Daddy/Daughter Sneaker Ball 6p-8p. Saturday, June 17th at Whittington Park, all day celebration with a cookout, face painting and bounce houses throughout the day as well as a 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament, Dance performances, Talent Show, Domino Tournament, Healthcare HFV and other vendors to be at the event too. Sunday, June 18th at HFV will be a Bridging the Gap celebration to end the weekend starting at 5p and ending at 7p.
Carter County Free Fair
The Carter County Free Fair is the oldest community event held within Carter County. We have many events and educational seminars, classes, and hands on participation for agricultural education. We host a 4-H and FFA livestock show and Ranch Horse Show and Speed Event Horse Competitions. All residents of Carter County may enter their handmade or homegrown projects for a chance of taking home a blue ribbon. The Pride of Texas Shows will be bringing their carnival games and rides for the duration of the Carter County Free Fair.
HFV Wilson Center Annual Fall Festival
Come join us at HFV Wilson Center for a spook-tacular night filled with games, food, prizes, face painting and so much more! All proceeds benefit United Way of Southern Oklahoma.
OK Pecan Festival -Ardmore
Come celebrate the rich history of pecans in Ardmore, Oklahoma at our first-ever Pecan Festival! Here's what you can expect: A vibrant Veterans Day parade kicking off the event at 10:30am. A touching Veterans ceremony at Depot Park to honor those who have served our country. Delicious pecan vendors and other food vendors to satisfy your cravings. Exciting baking contests featuring the star ingredient - pecans! A fun-filled kids corner with a petting zoo, bounce houses, games, and more to keep the little ones entertained. A perfect opportunity to learn more about the history and significance of pecans in our community. Don't miss out on this special event - come join us for a day of family-friendly fun and celebration at the Pecan Festival!