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 & 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!

Children’s Activities:
There Are Tons Of Activities For Kids: Turtle Races, Games, Face Painting, And More!

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!

Schedule:

Cardinal Fg Pride Amusement Carnival

10:00 Am To 9:00 Pm - Adopt-A-Magnolia
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.

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.

Magnolia Run - 5k & 1m Fun Run
Take The Celebration Downtown And Start Your Day With The Magnolia Festival 5k & 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! More Information Registration Details Can Be Found Here:

Saturday, May 31- 8:15 Am Start Of 5k P.A.C.E. Run
Saturday, May 31 – 9:15 Am Start For 1m Fun Run
Saturday, May 31 – 8:00 Am To 12:00 Pm Magnolia Farmers Market (Durant Market Square)