Downtown Okmulgee will be alive with music, laughter and the savory aroma of chili this Saturday, as Okmulgee Main Street presents the Harvest Spoon Chili Festival. Visitors can look forward to a full day of entertainment, contests, food and family fun in the heart of the community.
Music lovers are in for a treat with live performances sponsored by Bluepeak Fiber Internet, ensuring a great connection – and great vibes – all day long. The festival’s music lineup kicks off with The Tradesmen taking the stage at 10:30 a.m., followed by Suga Loaf Watson & Beyana performing from 1-3 p.m.
In addition to the musical acts, attendees can browse vendor booths, cheer on runners and enjoy a variety of competitions, from chili cook-offs to cornhole and pumpkin chunkin’. Families will also find plenty to do with the Kids Zone, Farmers Market and the Preston Jump Rope Team performance.
Below is the full schedule of events for Saturday’s festivities (subject to change):
Schedule of Events
• 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 p.m. – Rotary Dessert Auction
• 3 p.m. – Chili Contest Winners Announced (People’s Choice, Business, Nonprofit & Individual) – The event will conclude following the awards ceremony, but not before festival-goers have had their fill of chili, music and memories.
For more information, visit Okmulgee Main Street’s social media pages or stop by downtown this Saturday to join in the celebration of food, fun and community spirit.
