Celebrate America's 250th Birthday in Northeast Oklahoma

Green Country's Biggest Summer. Ever.

Folk festivals. Peach cobbler. Powwow drumbeats.Drive-in movies under the Oklahoma stars. Fifteen communities. One unforgettable month. One nation turning 250.

On July 4, 2026, the United States of America turns 250 years old and Green Country is throwing one spectacular party. This is your all-access pass. Inside you’ll find every confirmed event happening across Northeast Oklahoma from July 6 through July 31, 2026. Folk music legends in Okemah. Fresh peach cobbler in Porter. Native American drumming and dancing in Tulsa. Classic Americana films at a historic Route 66 drive-in. History, flavor, culture, and community — all within easy driving distance.

We’ve done the legwork so you don’t have to. Every event includes dates, times, addresses, phone numbers, websites, and admission details, because nobody wants to show up on the wrong night.

COMMUNITIES COVERED:

Tulsa • Broken Arrow • Owasso • Collinsville • Claremore • Catoosa • Inola • Bixby • Glenpool • Jenks • Coweta • Sapulpa • Oologah • Skiatook • Pryor — plus nearby Porter and Okemah within easy driving distance.

Month-Long Events In NE Oklahoma • July 1-31, 2026

These events run all month long. Bookmark them, put them in your phone, and show up as many times as you like.

“Rogers and the Republic” — America 250 Exhibit

Claremore • Ongoing Through Summer 2026
Tue–Sat 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. | Sun 1:00–5:00 p.m.
Will Rogers Memorial Museum, 1720 W. Will Rogers Blvd., Claremore
Exhibit FREE • Museum: $7 adults, $5 seniors/students, under 6 free

“Rogers and the Republic” honors America’s 250th anniversary through the wit, warmth, and wisdom of Oklahoma’s favorite son. Explore how Rogers’ sharp commentary on democracy, equality, and American character still resonates today.

Centennial Sundays — Teepee Drive-In Americana Film Series

Sapulpa • Every Sunday through September 2026
July: 6, 13, 20, 27 At sundown (approx. 8:45–9:00 p.m. in July)
Teepee Drive-In, 11 E. Mission St. (Historic Route 66), Sapulpa, OK 74066
918-227-4489 • www.teepeedrivein.com
Every Sunday all summer long, the legendary Teepee Drive-In on Historic Route 66 celebrates two centennials at once — Route 66’s 100th anniversary and America’s 250th birthday — with a handpicked lineup of Americana classics.

Week 1 • July 8-11,2026

Woodyfest — 29th Annual Woody Guthrie Folk Festival

Okemah • July 8–11, 2026 (Wednesday through Saturday)
Daytime stages from 10:00 a.m. | Evening main stage 7:30–10:30 p.m.
Pastures of Plenty (Main Stage): 1001 E. John Fullbright Loop | Crystal Theatre: 401 W. Broadway St.
918-623-7283 • www.woodyfest.com • eat0@eau0eav0eaw0
Ticketed | Children 16 & under FREE with adult ticket | woodyfest.com/tickets

Woodyfest is four days of pure, unfiltered American music: 50+ musicians across five stages, from intimate afternoon sets at the Crystal Theatre to sweeping outdoor performances at the Pastures of Plenty under the open Oklahoma sky. Woody Guthrie grew up in Okemah, and every July this little town becomes the folk music capital of America. Children’s programming, on-site camping, and in-person tickets available at the Okfuskee County Historical Society (407 W. Broadway, 10:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m.) and at the main stage box office nightly.

Week 2 • July 12-18, 2026

Porter Peach Festival — 60th Anniversary

Porter • July 16–18, 2026 (Thursday through Saturday)
Thu–Fri 5:00–10:00 p.m. | Sat 9:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m.
918-680-0079 • www.porterpeachfestivals.com • eat2@eau2eav2eaw2
Free to attend | Some activities ticketed separately

Three days on Main Street packed with live concerts, arts & crafts booths, a small-town parade, the Peach Classic 5K, an antique tractor pull, car show, and the legendary PEACH AUCTION. You’ll find peach cobbler, peach ice cream, peach sundaes, peach shakes, peach hand pies, and peach preserves. On Saturday at 1:00 p.m., free peaches and ice cream for everybody. The Miss Peach pageant crowns a queen. And somewhere in the middle of all of it, you’ll realize this is exactly what American community life is supposed to look like.

Week 3 • July 19-25, 2026

Tulsa Indian Club 74th Annual Tulsa Powwow

Tulsa • July 25–26, 2026 (Saturday–Sunday)
Grand Entry: Saturday & Sunday at 1:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
Arvest Convention Center, Pepsi Exhibit Hall B+C, 100 Civic Center 918-596-2100 (Arvest Convention Center)
www.arvestconventioncenter.com
Admission charged | See arvestconventioncenter.com for pricing

As America celebrates 250 years, the 74th Annual Tulsa Powwow carries especially deep meaning. This is a celebration of cultures and traditions that have thrived on this land for thousands of years, long before any national birthday was counted. The Grand Entry is something you will not forget: the thunder of traditional drums, the flash of regalia in every color, competitive dancers moving with power and precision, arts and crafts vendors, and the warmth of a community.

Week 4 • July 26-31, 2026

Still Going Strong — Continuing Through July 31

Will Rogers Memorial Museum “Rogers and the Republic” — Open Tue–Sun, Claremore

Centennial Sundays at Teepee Drive-In — Sunday July 27, Sapulpa

Owasso Farmers & Artisans Market — Saturday July 25, Redbud Festival Park

Rogers County Farmers Market — Saturday July 25, Downtown Claremore

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa — Catoosa. Ongoing live entertainment and special events.
Ongoing live entertainment and special events throughout July 2026

Will Rogers Memorial Museum — America 250 Summer Programs
Guided tours, classic film screenings, and public events tied to America’s 250th celebrations.

More Great Ways to be Part of the Celebration

OUR AMERICAN STORY

Share your family’s story at america250.org.

AMERICA GIVES

Complete 250 hours of volunteer service and earn a free national park pass. Register at Volunteer.gov.

AMERICA WAVES

Organize or join a community flag-waving event in your town. Simple, powerful, and memorable.