Grand Lake Community Events

The 2025 Craig County Farmer's Market will be held every other Saturday from 8 AM to 1 PM at the BancFirst Pavilion, located at 235 N Wilson Street. This is a great opportunity to support local vendors and find fresh, high-quality products.

The market will be open on the following dates:

May 17th & 31st

June 14th & 28th

July 12th & 26th

August 9th & 23rd

Come enjoy a variety of fresh produce, handmade goods, and more while supporting our local community!

Gear up for a weekend of off-road excitement and community support at Krawling for Kids 2025, happening April 11-13 in Disney, Oklahoma! This family-friendly 4x4 event brings off-road enthusiasts together for a great cause, with all proceeds benefiting children's charities.

Experience the thrill of conquering Disney's legendary rock trails while supporting a meaningful mission. Whether you're a seasoned off-roader or just looking for a fun weekend outdoors, Krawling for Kids offers excitement for everyone!

Don't miss the largest amateur bass tournament on Grand Lake, the 2025 Cherokee Casino-Grove Grand Lake Big Bass Bash, presented by McLarty Daniel Chevrolet.
https://midwestfishtournaments.com/big-bass-bash-event.../
🔵 BIG BASS WINS $100,000 IN CASH!
Catch the heaviest bass of this event & win $100,000.
2nd Place Overall: $15,000
3rd Place Overall: $10,000
4th Place Overall: $5,000
Over $200,000 in cash will be paid out...Guaranteed!
🔵 160 BI-HOURLY PAYOUTS (OVER $66,000)
Each day of the event, 20 places will be paid at each time slot: Time slots are (6am-8am) (8:01am-10am) (10:01am-12pm) (12:01pm-2pm)
🔵 $250 EARLY BIRD CASH PRIZES
All anglers that enter by midnight on Monday, May 26th, will be included in the Early Bird Drawing where 8 lucky anglers will each win $250.
Early Bird Drawing will take place at the Awards Ceremony on Sunday, June 8th.
You must enter online by midnight on Monday, May 26th, or have your mail in entry postmarked no later than May 26th to be included in this drawing.
🔵 $250 EXACT WEIGHT PRIZES!
Every angler that weighs in an exact 3.00 and/or 4.00 lb. bass wins $250.
🔵 BONUS T-SHIRT
If your bass drops one spot out of the money (21st place) in any time slot, you win $150! (Must have official 2025 Grand Lake Bonus T-Shirt in your possession when weighing in)
Shirts are $15 and can be purchased on Friday, June 6th, from 12pm-7pm at the Cherokee Casino in Grove, OK.
🔵 LUCKY LADY $1000 BONUS!
Additional payouts for the women that love to fish! The top 3 ladies, out of all the ladies that fish the event, win these Bonus Payouts. This is on top of any other winnings!
1st: $1,000
2nd: $500
3rd: $250
🔵 NUMEROUS WEIGH-IN STATIONS!
3 weigh-in stations to accommodate the Big Bass Bash anglers. (Wolf Creek Park, Southwinds Marina, Hammerhead Marina)
🔵 STOP BY THE CHEROKEE CASINO IN GROVE, OK ON FRIDAY, JUNE 6TH, FROM 12PM-7PM
(If you pre-register or are registering at the lake, make sure you stop by the Cherokee Casino on Friday, June 6th, to purchase you Bonus T-Shirts, grab a Big Bass Bash/Cherokee Casino goodie bag, check out the game floor or grab a bite to eat at the Grove Springs restaurant.
Visit our website at https://midwestfishtournaments.com/big-bass-bash-event.../ for complete registration and tournament information.
Good luck and hope to see you at Grand Lake, OK.

The 3rd Annual Battle in the Saddle Pony Express Relays & Juneteenth Southern Soul Blues Festival is about to take place, and you're invited to join the fun! Bring your lawn chairs, your cheering voices to cheer on the races, your dancing shoes, and your A-game for an unforgettable experience that will leave you feeling like you're part of something truly special – and, really, really fun!

Join us for an exciting and enriching summer at Camp Cherokee 2025! We offer a unique blend of Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM), traditional games, and Cherokee arts. Below are the details for the Vinita and Grove day camps, as well as our Residential Camp:

Day Camp Locations:
Vinita:
Dates: June 10 – 13, 2025
Hours: 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Application Deadline: May 9, 2025

Grove:
Dates: June 17 – 20, 2025
Hours: 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Application Deadline: May 16, 2025

Eligibility for Day Camp:

Must be a Cherokee Nation citizen.

Must be entering 1st through 6th grade during the 2025 – 2026 school year.

Residential Camp:
Dates: July 27 at 2:30 p.m. – August 1, 2025 (pickup between 2 - 5 p.m. at Heart O’ Hills)

Application Deadline: June 27, 2025

Eligibility for Residential Camp:

Must be a Cherokee Nation citizen.

Must be entering 7th through 12th grade during the 2025 – 2026 school year.

Registration:
Camp registration is available online at camp.cherokee.org. Applications open on March 14, 2025.

We also welcome at-large citizens to the residential camp. Arrangements can be made in advance for pickup and drop-off at the Tulsa Airport for students providing their own airfare.

For more information and to register, visit camp.cherokee.org or call {918} 453-5410.

Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to learn, play, and connect with Cherokee culture and traditions!

Celebrate Independence Day weekend with a bang at the Disney Fireworks Spectacular on July 5, 2025! Join us in Disney, Oklahoma, for an unforgettable night of dazzling fireworks, family fun, and patriotic spirit by the scenic Pensacola Dam.

Join Gran Tara for the spectacular "Rockets on the Ramp" fireworks show on Saturday, July 5, 2025, starting around 9:35 PM. This dazzling display will light up the night sky and is best enjoyed from the water, offering a stunning reflection over the lake.

Don't miss out on this memorable summer celebration! Be sure to catch this fireworks display alongside other shows happening around the lake this season.

Free live concerts, vendors, food trucks, fun activities for all ages on Miami, Oklahoma's Downtown Main Street!