There’s always something worth celebrating in Choctaw Country – from awe-inspiring balloon festivals, vintage car shows and wild rodeos to bigfoot hunting, live entertainment and fairs with incredible food and family-friendly activities. We believe in having fun and everyone is invited to the party.
From mouthwatering pasta dishes to live music and cultural performances, this beloved annual event is a feast for the senses.
May 8 – May 9
Southeast Expo Center
Held in the heart of McAlester, this free outdoor concert series brings to town incredible artists, great food and a lively atmosphere.
May 9
Downtown McAlester
Known for their intricate musicianship, powerful vocals, and thought-provoking lyrics, the band helped define the sound of 1980s and 1990s progressive and melodic metal.
Choctaw Casino & Resort – Pocola
Sting is a 17-time Grammy-winning artist and a founding member of the pioneering new wave band The Police. Born in Wallsend, England, Gordon Sumner, a.k.a. Sting, became one of the best-selling artists of all-time as the bassist and frontman of The Police.
Choctaw Casino & Resort – Durant
A thoughtful and inventive chef, Mei draws on her roots growing up in her family’s Chinese restaurant in Dearborn, Michigan. She continues to redefine modern Chinese-American cuisine with precision, depth, and bold personality.
May 15
Bert Kreischer's career has evolved from Rolling Stone Magazine's "Number One Partier in the Nation" to one of the top grossing stand-up comics in the business, movie star, leading podcaster and entrepreneur.
May 16
Lanie Gardner is a rising country and pop artist known for her powerful vocals and viral covers, as well as original songs that blend modern country with soulful, emotional storytelling