Looking for something to do this weekend?
Well, there is plenty on tap around the area, including the annual Muscogee Festival, which officially kicked off last night.
This weekend, there are plenty of events going on with special entertainment and family fun planned at the Claude Cox Omniplex, along with the 8th annual Harlan Ford Car Show and lots of races at Jandebeur’s Motor Sports Park.
— Muscogee Nation Festival
Besides the many sporting events, and the carnival rides and food, crowds will be entertained by several nationally known acts.
On Friday night, co-headliners LOCASH and Joe Nichols will kick off the entertainment. LOCASH will hit the stage at 7 p.m., followed by Joe Nichols at 9 p.m.
Saturday evening will feature two must-see events: There’ll be the Festival Fashion Show, starting at 7 p.m. This event will highlight both traditional and contemporary fashion, showcasing the rich culture and creativity of the Muscogee Nation.
Saturday evening also brings the “I Love the 90’s Tour” to the stage. Enjoy a free-entry concert featuring iconic artists like Sir Mix-A-Lot, Treach of Naughty by Nature, Rob Base, Tone Loc, Color Me Badd and Young MC. Relive the golden era of hiphop and R&B with performances of the hits that defined a generation.
— Jandebeur’s Motor Sports Park
This weekend kicks off the Triple Crown Series with three days of racing at Jandebeur’s Motor Sports Park, located at 12701 N. Highway 75. There is a $10 gate fee, and races will begin this evening at 8 p.m., Saturday at 3 p.m., and Sunday at 11:30 a.m.
Other dates for the series event are July 12-14, Aug. 16-18, Sept. 27-29, Oct. 18-20 and Nov. 15-17.
Youth Motorcross Races are held every Friday through July. This is the 14th season of Youth Under the Lights.
At the park, there is something for everyone. The park features 170 acres with variety of 11 tracks and two trails, a clubhouse with restrooms, and is open year round Tuesday to Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. There are rental fleets, youth training and camps.
Jandebeur’s has been called the most exciting and largest family sports park in the Midwest, with lots of visitors each week.
— Harlan Car Show
The 8th annual Harlan Ford Car Show, co-sponsored by Western Sun Federal Credit Union, kicks off as the gates open at 8 a.m. with vehicle check-in. Lots of beautiful vehicles, both old and new, including cars, trucks and motorcycles, will be on display. Judging of the entries begins at 10 a.m. Prizes will be given for Best Mustang, People’s Choice, Best Overall and Best Motorcycle.
Events include:
• Cake Walk Fundraiser by Okmulgee Rotary Club 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
• Live Band – “Grasshopper”
• Food Trucks – Unhitched 918, The Bayou, Fry Daddy’s, Mamacitas Mexican Tacos and Coffee Gate
• Balloon and Caricature Artist
• Okmulgee County Humane Society Pet Adoption Drive
• Raffle and Prize Giveaways Harlan Ford is located at 830 Fairgrounds Rd. in Okmulgee.
— Beggs Alumni Association Banquet
The Beggs Alumni Association is gearing up for its annual banquet June 22. The doors open at 4 p.m. with banquet beginning at 6 p.m. Attendees will walk away with exciting door prizes – a little extra something to remember the evening by. Special guest is Beggs alumni, former TU basketball star and current OU Asst. Coach, Alvin “Pooh” Williamson. Also, two students will be awarded Beggs Alumni Association’s annual scholarships.
