Weekly Events Calendar, April 25-May 1, 2022

Each week, Oklahoma Today staffers comb through their calendars to find a handful of great events happening across the state. Get out! See Oklahoma! And be sure to let us know what you find, either here or on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at @oklahomatoday.

Rose State College welcomes the angelic voices of Celtic Woman as they perform "Postcards from Ireland." Photo courtesy Celtic Woman

Travel by Ear

Please be prepared, upon arrival at the Hudiburg Chevrolet Center at Rose State College in Midwest City, for the startling realization that Celtic Woman, which performs Postcards from Ireland this week, is actually four women. Yes, this band performs captivating Irish music as a plural, not a singular. And when that sinks in, don’t be shocked when Irish dancers, bagpipers, and more join them on stage. April 27. Tickets, $52-$172. okcciviccenter.evenue.net

Pioneering Spirit

Why party like a rock star when you can party like a city? Most birthdays involve cake, an off-key rendition of “Happy Birthday,” and a minor existential crisis or two. But when a city celebrates its birthday, like Okemah Pioneer Days, there is a full-on carnival, a hog-calling contest, and a parade. Clearly, this is a city that knows how to party. And unlike most adult birthday parties, kids are welcome to attend and take part in balloon stomps, turtle races, and more. April 27-30. Admission, Free. okemahok.gov

More than 100 sheep will get a fresh 'do for spring during a Woolly Weekend at Shepherd's Cross in Claremore. Photo courtesy Shepherd's Cross

Shear Excitement

Anyone who has been in a barber shop when a small child is brought in knows that watching someone get a haircut can be extremely entertaining. Multiply that fun more than 100 times during Woolly Weekend at Shepherd’s Cross in Claremore. This three-day event includes a chance to see more than a hundred sheep being shorn and their wool processed. Kids can take part in activities like weaving, a coloring contest, and petting animals in the Farm Animal Barn. April 28-30. Admission, Free. shepherdscross.com

Norman Rock City

The sleepy city of Norman, known for its sedate college football games and mild-mannered citizenry, will try to break out of its mold during Norman Music Fest. For three days this idyllic hamlet on the plains will feature more than a hundred bands performing hip hop, funk, rock, country, world music, and electronica, among others. From massive outdoor stages to small cafe shows, there’s music for every taste in the Downtown Norman Arts District. April 28-30. Admission, Free-$300. normanmusicfestival.com

The main event returns! Norman Music Fest is back in full swing with more than 100 bands scheduled to perform. Photo by Nathan Poppe

Tiny Lobsters

It’s a common refrain at seafood restaurants: “Ugh, there’s just too much lobster!” Stop stressing about the over-abundance of lobsters at the Bell Cow Boil Crawfish Festival in Chandler where diners can instead enjoy red beans and rice, hot dogs, desserts, and lots of tiny lobsters called crawfish. Enjoy live music, a silent auction, and a kids’ activity area while digging in to an all-you-can-eat crawfish feast. April 29. Tickets, $20. chandlerareachamberok.com

Written By

Greg Elwell

Greg Elwell served as research editor and web editor of Oklahoma Today from 2018-2023. He also has worked for newspapers, medical research organizations, and government institutions.