From community festivals and live music to fundraisers, family activities, and special local celebrations, there’s something for everyone to enjoy across LeFlore County and the surrounding area.
Many of these events have additional information available on Facebook. Simply search the event name on Facebook for updates, details, and announcements, or use the contact information provided below. We’ll continue to update the calendar as additional information becomes available.
October Events
October 1
Taste of LeFlore County
Downtown Poteau — LeFlore County Museum at Hotel Lowrey
6:00–7:30 PM
Tickets: $30 in advance | $35 at the door
For more information: 918-647-9330 or visit the event’s Facebook page.
October 3
Monroe Fall Festival
Monroe School Gymnasium
9:00 AM–3:00 PM
Enjoy vendors, a chili dinner, and a day of community fellowship. Proceeds benefit senior citizen lunches, and donations are welcome.
For more information, contact Angie Ramsey at 918-721-3712 or visit the event’s Facebook page.
October 3
Spiro SausageFest — Weenie Dog Festival
Spiro Little League Fields
10:00 AM–2:00 PM
Bring your four-legged friends for a day of fun featuring Weenie Dog races, a costume contest, King & Queen Contest, vendors, food, and the ever-popular Pup Cup Eating Contest.
Weenie Dog registration is available at the gate for $20.
For more information and updates, visit the event’s Facebook page.
October 10
Ranch Fest Music Festival
Talimichi/Tuskahoma
Beginning at 2:00 PM
Admission: $10
Enjoy an afternoon and evening of live music and festival fun. Additional information is available on the event’s Facebook page.
October 15–17
Poteau BalloonFest
LeFlore County Fairgrounds
Admission: $5 per person
On-site parking: $5
Free parking with shuttle service available from Carl Albert State College.
Vendors are still being accepted. For the latest schedule, vendor information, and event details, visit the Poteau BalloonFest Facebook page.
October 23
Boys & Girls Club of LeFlore County Bingo Night
Choctaw Dale Cox Event Center — Poteau Industrial Park
5:00–8:00 PM
Entry is $15 and includes five Bingo sheets. VIP tables are also available for $125 for eight seats.
For tickets and additional information, visit the event’s Facebook page or email BGCLCSoccer@gmail.com.
October 24
Spook-o-Jamma 2!
The 220 on Dewey — Pocket Park
Come celebrate the season with a costume contest, live music, food trucks, vendors, and both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
For more information, contact Kevin Clarkson at spookojamma@gmail.com or visit the event’s Facebook page.
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