Honoring the heritage of Durant, also known as the "City of Magnolias," the annual Magnolia Festival of Oklahoma began in 1997 and features a variety of activities perfect for a fun-filled family weekend.

Occurring the weekend after Memorial Day each year, guests can enjoy a carnival with rides, games, delicious fair food, and a stunning firework display on opening night. With a wide variety of events, including an art show, live entertainment, children's activities, tractor show, food vendors, and hundreds of shopping booths, the Magnolia Festival of Oklahoma is a guaranteed fun-filled weekend in Durant for visitors of all ages. The Magnolia Festival has been honored with the Redbud Award for "Outstanding Event" from the Oklahoma Travel Industry Association.

The Magnolia Festival also hosts various other activities throughout the community during the festival weekend, including a 5K and Fun Run in Downtown Durant and the Durant Rotary Magnolia Bike Tour.

-Carnival Rides
-Kids Activities
-Artisian Vendors
-Festival Eats
-Family Entertainment
-And, Much More!

Schedule of Events

May 29, 2024

5:00 pm to 11:00 pm: Cardinal Fg Pride Amusement Carnival

Bigger and better - Mitchell's Amusements Carnival, presented by Cardinal FG will have 3X the number of "Power Rides" as our previous carnivals! New hours as well so the whole family can play and enjoy longer!

May 30, 2024

4:00 to 9:00 pm: Adopt-A-Magnolia - Choctaw Event Center

Back again! Help us replenish the magnolia trees in Durant - The Magnolia Capital of Oklahoma! It's your chance to spruce up your neighborhood or community park for free. Adoption stipulations will apply.

Trees are first-come, first-served, and we have a limited number for adoption - visit the Adopt-A-Magnolia booth inside the Choctaw Event Center during festival hours to adopt a tree to plant and care for.

5:00 pm to 11:00 pm: Cardinal Fg Pride Amusement Carnival

Bigger and better - Mitchell's Amusements Carnival, presented by Cardinal FG will have 3X the number of "Power Rides" as our previous carnivals! New hours as well so the whole family can play and enjoy longer!

Dusk - 9:15 PM: Fireworks

7:30 pm to 8:00 pm: 26th Opening Ceremony

To begin this year's festivities, we are honoring those who've grown the festival to what it is today! Both individuals and community partners will be celebrated as we officially open the Magnolia Festival with the "ringing of the gong"! Don't miss this momentous occasion that will also feature awardees of the Jon Hazell Scholarships to Southeastern Oklahoma State University! Opening Ceremony Hours at Choctaw Event Center

May 31, 2024

10:00 am to 9:00 pm: Adopt-A-Magnolia - Choctaw Event Center

Back again! Help us replenish the magnolia trees in Durant - The Magnolia Capital of Oklahoma! It's your chance to spruce up your neighborhood or community park for free. Adoption stipulations will apply.

Trees are first-come, first-served, and we have a limited number for adoption - visit the Adopt-A-Magnolia booth inside the Choctaw Event Center during festival hours to adopt a tree to plant and care for.

5:00 pm to 11:00 pm: Cardinal Fg Pride Amusement Carnival

Bigger and better - Mitchell's Amusements Carnival, presented by Cardinal FG will have 3X the number of "Power Rides" as our previous carnivals! New hours as well so the whole family can play and enjoy longer!

10:00 am-9:00 pm: Art Demos and Sale

Be sure to stop by the Magnolia Festival Art Sale inside the Choctaw Event Center. Texoma Arts Association will be having live art demos along with a variety of local artisan's paintings, sculptures, wood pieces, and more that can be enjoyed and purchased.

June 1, 2024

8:00 am to 12:00 pm: Downtown Durant Main Street

Be sure to visit downtown Durant Main Street for a variety of activities throughout the Magnolia Festival weekend. The Magnolia Farmers Market on Saturday will feature fresh and local produce, products and items as well as a magnolia-themed kids craft and magnolia tree saplings for sale!

Magnolia Run - 5k and 1m Fun Run
Take the celebration downtown and start your day with the Magnolia Festival 5K and 1M Fun Run! If you run both, you're automatically entered to win $100 - regardless of finish time! Plus, this year, the run qualifies for P.A.C.E. members! After the race, stay downtown and enjoy the Magnolia Farmers Market, restaurants, shopping, and fun!

Hours:
8:15 am Start of 5K P.A.C.E. Run
9:15 am Start for 1M Fun Run  
8:00 am to 12:00 pm Magnolia
Farmers Market (Durant Market Square)

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10:00 am to 9:00 pm: Adopt-A-Magnolia - Choctaw Event Center

Back again! Help us replenish the magnolia trees in Durant - The Magnolia Capital of Oklahoma! It's your chance to spruce up your neighborhood or community park for free. Adoption stipulations will apply.

Trees are first-come, first-served, and we have a limited number for adoption - visit the Adopt-A-Magnolia booth inside the Choctaw Event Center during festival hours to adopt a tree to plant and care for.

10:00 am-9:00 pm: Art Demos and Sale

Be sure to stop by the Magnolia Festival Art Sale inside the Choctaw Event Center. Texoma Arts Association will be having live art demos along with a variety of local artisan's paintings, sculptures, wood pieces, and more that can be enjoyed and purchased.

1:00 pm to 11:00 pm: Cardinal Fg Pride Amusement Carnival

Bigger and better - Mitchell's Amusements Carnival, presented by Cardinal FG will have 3X the number of "Power Rides" as our previous carnivals! New hours as well so the whole family can play and enjoy longer!

Date:
May 30-June 1, 2024

Location:
Choctaw Event Center,
3702 Choctaw Road,
Durant, OK 74701

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