Events

Events Not to Miss!

Every season is full of events,

festivals, holiday celebrations and outdoor excursions. Edmond offers lots of choices to spend your free time.

JANUARY // EAGLE WATCH

Bald eagles soar above Arcadia Lake, their beauty on full display. Explore 26 miles of shoreline with eyes to the sky.

FEBRUARY // UCO’S BLACK HISTORY MONTH

A full month of events centered on the contributions of Black Americans that touch every part of life and call for a thorough and thoughtful examination.

MARCH // SIMPLY INDIE FILM FESTIVAL

Catch short or feature-length films at this two-day community film festival. Interact with filmmakers and celebrate independent filmmaking.

APRIL // EDMOND JR. RODEO

Kicking off the rodeo season, the Edmond Jr. Rodeo preserves western heritage for the next generation.

MAY // DOWNTOWN EDMOND ARTS FESTIVAL

Browse paintings, sculptures, jewelry, and pottery from more than 140 artists.

JUNE // HAFER PARK SUMMER CONCERT SERIES

Kick off summer with live music in the park.

JULY // LIBERTYFEST

Edmond is the place to celebrate America’s birthday. LibertyFest is a two-week festival including a car show, kitefest, rodeo, road rally, concert in the park, parkfest, parade and the grand finale - fireworks!

AUGUST // OKLAHOMA CATTLEMAN’S ASSOCIATION RANCH RODEO

Twelve historic Oklahoma ranch teams compete head-to-head for bruises and bragging rights.

SEPTEMBER // OKLAHOMA WILDLIFE EXPO

Fish, shoot, kayak, mountain bike, see and touch wildlife and learn about recreation in the great Oklahoma outdoors.

LibertyFest

OCTOBER // STORYBOOK FOREST

Fairytales come to life on a trail through the forest of Arcadia Lake at this family-friendly event.

NOVEMBER // UCO INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL

Join international students as they showcase their culture through display booths, live performances and authentic cuisines.

NOVEMBER // EDMOND CYCLE 66

Cycle 66 is an urban/rural bicycling tour along historic Route 66 beginning and ending in Downtown Edmond. Cyclists choose from a 1-mile fun ride, 10, 33 or 66-mile routes.

NOVEMBER // TURKEY TROT

Lace up those running shoes and flock to Downtown Edmond for a family and dog-friendly 5K run and one-mile wobble on Thanksgiving morning.

NOV-DEC // LUMINANCE: AN ENCHANTED STROLL

Experience Edmond’s 3D holiday walk-through display. Visit Mitch Park and enjoy more than 40 holiday light structures including a 30-foot-tall Christmas tree.

NOVEMBER-DECEMBER // EDMOND ICE RINK

The Edmond Ice Rink is the largest outdoor rink in the area. Skates are available for rent. The ice rink hosts special events and offers group rates.