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Parade begins at 6:00 PM
π Location: Downtown Miami, OK
Get ready for holiday cheer, sparkling lights, and festive floats at the Miami Christmas Parade! This beloved community tradition lights up historic downtown Miami with marching bands, local groups, costumed characters, and a special appearance by Santa Claus himself!
β¨ Parade Highlights:
π Decorated floats and classic cars
πΊ Live marching bands and performers
π Candy, lights, music, and holiday magic for all ages
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Santaβs grand arrival to ring in the season!
π£ Bring your blankets, chairs, and holiday spirit β the streets will be lined with excitement as families gather to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year.
Free to attend | Family-friendly | Open to the public
Donβt miss this magical night in Miami β mark your calendars and save the date!
π Location: Langley-Disney, OK
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Date: Saturday, December 6, 2025
π Time: 6:00 PM
Itβs the most magical time of the year, and South Grand Lake is lighting up the night for the Grand Lake Oβ the Cherokees Christmas Parade! Join the community for a festive evening of twinkling lights, holiday music, cheerful floats, and all your Christmas favorites.
π¦ Meet Jingle!
South Grand Lakeβs favorite reindeer is spreading holiday cheer and visiting each of our sponsor businesses leading up to the parade!
π₯ Follow her journey on Facebook:
π Grand Lake Oβ Cherokees Christmas Parade
π£ Want to Sponsor the Parade?
Contact Rex at 918-812-7639 to get involved and promote your business while supporting a beloved local tradition.
π Bring the whole family, wear your coziest holiday gear, and get ready for a night full of sparkle and spirit!
Free to attend | Family-friendly | Open to the public
π Location: 915 E. Apperson Rd., Vinita, OK 74301
π΅ Admission: FREE ENTRY
Get into the holiday spirit at Christmas in the Showbarn β a festive day of crafts, food, and gifts perfect for all ages! Whether youβre shopping for that one-of-a-kind present or picking up some seasonal dΓ©cor, this is your chance to support local makers and businesses while enjoying the warmth of community cheer.
π What Youβll Find:
β¨ Handmade crafts & home dΓ©cor
πͺ Delicious holiday treats & local food vendors
π Unique gifts from local artisans
β€οΈ A fun, festive atmosphere to kick off your Christmas shopping
π Skip the big box stores and join us for a small-town shopping experience with big holiday heart. Come hungry, come ready to shop, and come support local!
You're invited to join us at the upcoming Main Street meeting!
Date: 3rd Monday of Every Month
Time: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Location: 139 S. Vann St. Vinita, OK. 74301
Whether you're interested in learning about our committeesβEconomic Vitality, Design, Promotion, and Organizationβor sharing your ideas for enhancing our community, your presence is vital.
Mark your calendars and come prepared to collaborate and inspire positive change in Vinita.
Downtown Miami, Oklahoma
π Time: 4PM-7PM
π Hosted by: Miami Main Street
Get ready to stroll, sip, and snack your way through Downtown Miami during the festive Sip Nβ Shop Cookie Crawl! Celebrate the season while supporting local businesses and collecting delicious holiday cookies from participating shops.
π What to Expect:
ποΈ Exclusive shopping deals from local merchants
β Complimentary sips & seasonal refreshments
πͺ A signature cookie at each participating location
π Festive atmosphere, decorations, and holiday cheer
Bring your friends, wear your favorite holiday sweater, and enjoy a sweet night out while shopping small and snacking big!
β¨ Stay tuned for registration details and participating locations.
Whether youβre shopping for last-minute gifts or simply enjoying the spirit of the season, the Cookie Crawl is the perfect way to wrap up your holiday shopping in a fun and flavorful way.
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Dates: Friday, March 20 & Saturday, March 21, 2026
π£ Time: 8:30 AM β 5:30 PM daily
π Location: Mayes County Fairgrounds
2200 NE 1st St, Pryor, Oklahoma
ποΈ Tickets & Info: www.okiehomesteading.com
Join thousands of homesteaders, farmers, and self-sufficient living enthusiasts from across the country at the Okie Homesteading Expo β one of the nationβs fastest-growing homesteading events!
π€ Featured Speakers Include:
π§ Dr. Temple Grandin β Renowned animal behaviorist & autism advocate
π Brandon Sheard β Nose-to-Tail Butchery Expert
π§ Shawn & Beth Dougherty β Dairy & Homestead Planning Experts
πΏ Dr. Patrick Jones β Herbal Medicine & Natural Health
π³ Megan Hight β Cooking from Scratch & Food Preservation
π Ruthann Zimmerman β Traditional Homemaking & Farming
π§° Justin Scott (That YT Chickens Guy)
π± David Stelzer β Founder of Azure Standard
π οΈ Over 40 Educational Sessions Covering:
Homesteading & Sustainable Living
Food Preservation & Cooking from Scratch
Animal Husbandry
Nose-to-Tail Hog Processing
Beekeeping & Mushroom Propagation
Livestock Guardian Dogs
Gardening & Herbal Medicine
Dairy Cows, Goats, and More!
πͺ Family-Friendly Atmosphere β’ Live Demos β’ Vendors β’ Giveaways
This two-day, hands-on event offers everything you need to grow your skills, connect with the homesteading community, and live more abundantly β no matter where you're starting from.
πΏ Sponsored by: Ed Kirkpatrick, Azure Standard, NutriMill
Donβt miss your chance to learn from the best, be inspired, and experience the heart of homesteading in Oklahoma!