Okmulgee Main Street is excited to announce the return of its much-anticipated annual Harvest Spoon Chili Festival, taking place Saturday, in historic downtown Okmulgee. This family-friendly event brings together community, competition, food, music and fun for all ages.
The day kicks off bright and early with vendor and participant set-up, followed by a full lineup of activities, contests, live entertainment and – of course – delicious chili.
— Schedule of Events Subject to Change
• 8-9 a.m. – Marketplace, Chili Participant, Junk in the Trunk & CMN Farmers Load-In
• 9:30 a.m. – Cornhole Tournament Begins
• 10 a.m. – Chili Judging Begins
• 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. – Live Music by The Tradesmen
• 10:30 a.m. – 5K & Fun Run, hosted by Okmulgee County Family YMCA
• 10:30 a.m. – Marketplace
• 10:30 a.m. – Kids Zone, hosted by ClearView Baptist Church
• 10:30 a.m. – Pumpkin Chunkin’, hosted by Neal’s Homestore
• 10:30 a.m. – Junk in the Trunk
• 10:30 a.m. – Farmers Market
• 11:30 a.m. – Chili Café & Tasting Kits
• 11:30 a.m. – Hot Chili Pepper Eating Contest
• 12:30 p.m. – Preston Jump Rope Team Performance
• 1-3 p.m. – Live Music by Suga-Loaf Watson & Beyana
• 1:45 pm. – Rotary Dessert Auction
• 3 p.m. – Chili Contest Winners Announced (People’s Choice, Business, Nonprofit & Individual) The event will conclude following the awards ceremony.
— Turn your junk into someone else’s treasure On Saturday, during the Harvest Spoon Chili Festival, a one-of-a-kind Junk in the Trunk mobile yard sale will take place.
Here’s the twist – all your goods must be displayed in or on your vehicle curbside creativity at its best. There are only 10 spaces available, with a $10 entry fee. Pre-registration is required. Don’t miss your chance to clean out, cash in, and have fun at one of Okmulgee’s favorite fall events.
Register today and roll up with your “truckload of treasures” at https://forms. gle/hVpSJE6tgEyMzbot7.
-This year’s festival promises something for everyone – whether you’re tasting your way through the chili competition, cheering at the corn hole tournament, shopping the marketplace or enjoying live music and family activities.
“We’re excited to bring this favorite fall event back to downtown,” Johnna Yoder, Okmulgee Main Street Director, said. “The Harvest Spoon Chili Festival showcases our community spirit and offers a full day of fun while supporting local businesses and nonprofits.”
Come hungry, bring the family and celebrate fall at the Okmulgee Main Street Annual Harvest Spoon Chili Festival on Saturday, Oct. 18.
For sponsorship opportunities, chili cook-off, market vendor registration, YMCA Run or more information, visit www. okmulgeemainstreet.com or contact Okmulgee Main Street at 918-758-1015.
