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October 9, 2024
Halloween and Fall Happenings
By Downtown Merchant Trick R Treat

The Eufaula Area Chamber of Commerce will host its annual Downtown Merchant Trick R Treat event on Thursday, Oct. 31 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. in the downtown area of Main Street.

This is a free event.

In addition to trick-or-treating, there will be participation by the Eufaula Fire Department, Police Department and McIntosh County Sheriff ’s Department, an Air Care Helicopter, Pop With a Cop and other activities.

For more information call 918-689-2791.

6th Annual Barktoberfest 2024

Saturday, Oct. 12 from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Live music, pumpkin patch, carnival games, costume contests, bounce houses, food trucks, pet adoptions and more.

114375 N Old Hwy 69, Eufaula Porches & Pastures Real Estate

Hobo Dinner at the Katy Depot

Saturday, October 19 Doors open at 5 p.m.

Auction begins at 6 p.m.

Beans – Stew –Cornbread Pie & Dessert Auction Silent Auction

Wicked Wood Haunt coming

Open every Friday and Saturday in October From 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.

Also open Halloween night 418580 Texanna Rd, Eufaula Concession stand with gooey treats and slimy drinks

Lake Eufaula State Park Haunted Trail Every Saturday in October Also Fri, Oct. 18 and the first weekend in Nov.

Dark until 10 p.m.

Get your SPOOK ON!

For more info: 918-689-5311

Dinner Under the Stars at Dakota Star Ranch Join us on October 26 at 6:30 p.m. for an unforgettable evening of gourmet Southwest cuisine and delightful music in an amazing outdoor setting just west of Checotah. Our guest chef, Zack Robinson, will take you on a journey of flavorful, earthy courses made with locallyproduced food for an enjoyable evening. It’s the ranch’s last dinner event of the 2024 season – located at 415251 E. 1060 Rd., Checotah, OK. For more information or reservations, visit dakotastarranch.org/dinners or call Shannon at 214-707-3859.

2nd Annual Chili Cook-Off

Saturday, Oct. 19 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

575 #9 Marina Rd, Longtown at Nine Marina

ENDUI Awareness 5K Fun Run/Remembrance Walk

Lake Eufaula Xtreme RV Resort Amphitheater Saturday, Oct. 26, gates open at 8 a.m.

FAIC Community Bean Dinner & Raffles Saturday, Oct. 26 from 4 p.m. – 6 p.m.

Beans, Cornbread, Dessert & Drink $10 110209 Hwy 150, Checotah Two raffles to benefit FAIC with fire gear

3rd Annual Zombie Ball

Saturday, Oct. 26 from 6 p.m.- 9 p.m.

319 W. Gentry Ave., Checotah Perk All-inclusive wristbands will get you familyfriendly games, candy, karaoke and a terror-ific body part buffet.

CAG Holiday Art & Craft Show & Sale

Checotah Art Guild will host their 4th annual Art & Craft Holiday Show & Sale Saturday, Nov. 23 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

116 N. Broadway, Checotah at the Heartland Heritage Museum & Gallery There will be cash prizes and ribbons awarded.

Plus $5 photos with Santa.

Call 405-570-3569 for more details to enter or set up a booth.

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July 2, 2025
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Olivia Shackelford honored with 2025 Youth Prevention Award
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On June 5, local student Olivia Shackelford of Eufaula was recognized as the recipient of the prestigious 2025 Youth Prevention Award in Oklahoma City at the Heartland Conference. This past week Olivi...
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