Shawnee is home to events year-round, from the annual International Youth Finals Rodeo and Fireflight Balloon Festival, to this year's Basketweaver's Guild of Oklahoma Annual Meeting. We'd love to host your next event as well! Host Your Event in Shawnee Shawnee is home to a variety of quality events year-round, from the annual International Finals Youth Rodeo (IFYR) to Fireflight Balloon Festival. We would love to host your event here too! Our city of just under 32,000 features all the amenities of a big city without the traffic you may find in neighboring OKC and Tulsa. Plus, our locals are delighted to share their city with you! We're easy to get to regardless of where you're coming from; just 30 minutes east of OKC on I-40, c lose to I-35, I-44, and historic Route 66. Planning a Successful Event in Shawnee Venues Catering Event Services Promotion Permits Calendar Film Office Venues Search all Shawnee venues by type of event or venue features, whether you're looking for space for 50 or 2,000 we have the perfect space for your event. Filter Venues by Type Choose one Clear Filter 1/4 Vortex Alley Brewing Indoor, Small Group, Sports 313 N Main St Get Details 1/4 Mabee-Gerrer Museum of Art Indoor, Banquet 1900 W MacArthur St Get Details 160 1/4 Holiday Inn Express Indoor, Small Group 4909 N Union Get Details 60 1/4 Heart of Oklahoma Expo Center Indoor, Outdoor, Rodeo Arena, Banquet, Conference 1700 W Independence St Get Details 5000 1/5 Paul's Place 120 W MacArthur Get Details 250 1/4 Theopolis Social Club Indoor, Outdoor, Banquet, Concert 419 E Main Get Details 150 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ... 10 Catering Peruse our list of Shawnee-area caterers, whether you need full service, just snacks and drinks, or licensed liquor service. Filter by service type Clear Filter 1/3 Droffats Catering Full Meal Service, Self-Serve Buffet, Beverage Service, Light Snacks, Liquor This full-service caterer offers a wide variety of options from self-service buffet to served meals for a range of budgets. They are the official caterer of the Heart of Oklahoma Exposition Center, but also cater to other venues as well. Contact caterer 1/4 Van's Pig Stands - Original Location Full Meal Service, Self-Serve Buffet Van's is Oklahoma's oldest single-family-owned restaurant! Bringing you the best in BBQ since 1930! We serve traditional BBQ items such as the Pig Sandwich, ribs, brisket, chicken, sausages, and more. Don't forget your sides! Our in-house baker also makes pies made from scratch. Visit Van's Pig Stand for BBQ slow-cooked to perfection, priced right, and served in a comfortable, friendly atmosphere. There's nothing fancy or high-tech about it; just great food cooked the same way we've been doing it for eight decades. Your table is waiting at Van's Pig Stand! Enjoy! Contact caterer 1/4 Theopolis Social Club Beverage Service, Self-Serve Buffet, Liquor, Light Snacks A jewel on Shawnee's Historic Main Street, Theopolis Social Club is a neighborhood restaurant that makes all its food from scratch, using as many local ingredients as possible. It also boasts of a full bar featuring craft cocktail, beer and wine. In addition to plush indoor digs, "Theo's Backyard" is an adjoining outdoor dining space with two covered patios and a small stage where live music is played every Friday night and Sunday brunch. Contact caterer 1/4 Vortex Alley Brewing Vortex Alley Brewing is a community brewery that will bring unique, flavorful beer to Shawnee, OK VAB Mug Club memberships available. Contact caterer 1/4 Van's Pig Stand on Harrison Self-Serve Buffet, Full Meal Service Established in 1930, Van's Pig Stand is the oldest, single family-owned, BBQ restaurant in Oklahoma. We serve traditional BBQ items such as the Pig Sandwich, ribs, brisket, chicken, sausages, and more. Don't forget your sides! Our in-house baker also makes pies made from scratch. Visit Van's Pig Stand for BBQ slow-cooked to perfection, priced right, and served in a comfortable, friendly atmosphere. There's nothing fancy or high-tech about it; just great food cooked the same way we've been doing it for eight decades. Your table is waiting at Van's Pig Stand! Welcome! Contact caterer 1/4 Billy Boy Bar-B-Que Self-Serve Buffet Billy Boy's BBQ is a casual, family owned, fast casual restaurant that has served the Shawnee community great barbecue since 1973. Contact caterer 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 ... 7 Event Services Find local vendors for everything your event needs to thrive, from portable restrooms, to tents, stages, dance floors, photographers, etc. FIlter by service type Choose one Clear Filter 1/4 Music Unlimited Entertainment / DJ, Audio & Visual Music Unlimited opened its doors in 1978 and has continuously helped provide its customers the gift of expressing emotions through music. A full line independent dealer, Music Unlimited offers instruments and accessories, lessons and repairs. Carrying products from; Fender, Yamaha, PRS, Ibanez and Boss (to name a few) the goal of the store is to support the musical needs of beginners through professionals. Contact provider 1/3 Tailored Events Catering, Floral & Decor, Entertainment / DJ Our Services We offer a wide range of services to make sure your event is a great success. From event planning, coordinating, decorations, catering and entertainment, we have everything you need to create a memorable experience for your guests. Let us take care of the details so you can focus on what matters, Our Location We are conveniently located in downtown Shawnee, with easy access to several great shopping and dining options. Plenty of parking is located behind the building. Contact provider 1/4 Guitar Vault Entertainment / DJ, Audio & Visual The Vault is a place to relax, listen to live music, practice on low/mid/high end guitars, meet other musicians, obtain lessons, and have a place that is free of judgement to perfect your skills. Contact provider 1/2 Shawnee Floral & Gifts Floral & Decor Full service florist offering fresh flowers, plants, gourmet baskets and gifts, and also offering floral design and decorating for events. Contact provider 1/4 House of Flowers Floral & Decor Local flower and gift shop; and best of all, homemade fudge! Established in 1947, House of Flowers has grown to be the most highly regarded florist in Shawnee! Known for exceptional floral designs, delicious homemade fudge and renowned Spot the Van contest, their family owned and operated flower shop is committed to providing only the finest florist gifts and quality products with personal service. House of Flowers is the perfect one-stop-shop for great gifts, featuring everything from house plants and hand-crafted arrangements to greeting cards, unique gift items, home decor, and more! Contact provider 1/7 Graves Floral Floral & Decor Since its establishment in 1907, Graves Floral has maintained its reputation for customer service, reliability and quality in their local community. They offer a wide selection of floral and gifts throughout the year in addition to offering floral services for weddings and other events. Contact provider 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 ... 5 Visit Shawnee Event Support As the City of Shawnee's Department of Tourism, we function as Shawnee's convention & visitor's bureau and we can help your event thrive in Shawnee. Our staff specialize in event management and promotion and offer a range of services from including your event in free marketing opportunities to helping you get hotel blocks arranged. We would love to learn more about your event and see how we can help! Tell Us About Your Event Event Permits If your event will be on public property (streets, parks, etc) OR will include inflatables, noise like concerts, or fireworks, you may need a permit! We (Visit Shawnee, the City of Shawnee's Department of Tourism) manage the event permitting process and are happy to offer guidance as needed by phone, email, or in person at the Welcome Center. Click here to view the Event Permit FAQ Click here to apply for an event permit Click here to apply for a fishing tournament permit Click here for event insurance resources Our staff are experts on Shawnee's locale and can assist you in finding and booking your ideal shoot locations, lodgings, and can help get your production permitted with the City of Shawnee. Shawnee was designated as a Film-Friendly Community by the State of Oklahoma's Film & Music Office in 2021. Click here for more information about the film industry in Shawnee. Click here to register your production to film in Shawnee. Event Calendar Select a date on the calendar to see what events are already happening on that day. View & search the whole calendar and add your own event here.

This family owned company based out of Shawnee is the perfect place to find apparel & accessories at great low prices (and sometimes home goods, furniture, and more)! Wall's Big Dig Furniture, Home Goods, Kids, Food & Kitchen, Clothing & Accessories Local, Kid Friendly, Casual Visit their website 507 E Main St, Shawnee, OK 74801, USA (405) 273-4684 This family owned company based out of Shawnee is the perfect place to find apparel & accessories at great low prices (and sometimes home goods, furniture, and more)! Find Your Adventure in Shawnee Top 10 Haunts for Fall Fun in Shawnee There is so much fall fun for the family in Shawnee! Learn about one of the nearly 50 fall festivals or other autumn fun activities! Fun things to do outdoors in Shawnee, OK Explore the great outdoors in and around Shawnee. There’s plenty to do! Here’s our top picks: Annual Events In Shawnee Oklahoma Shawnee offers a wide variety of events year-round. Celebrations of the arts and cultures, showing off classic cars, rodeo competitions,... 1 2 3 4 5

Serving the scrub and uniform needs of Shawnee and surrounding communities since 2014. We carry a variety of name brand scrubs, medical accessories, as well as uniforms and equipment for first responders and culinary professionals. Our mission is to provide customers with high quality, comfortable and stylish fashions while developing long lasting relationships. Scrubs and Sports Shawnee Clothing & Accessories Local, Casual Visit their website 4010 N Kickapoo Ave Suite 3, Shawnee, OK 74804, USA (405) 273-1064 Serving the scrub and uniform needs of Shawnee and surrounding communities since 2014. We carry a variety of name brand scrubs, medical accessories, as well as uniforms and equipment for first responders and culinary professionals. Our mission is to provide customers with high quality, comfortable and stylish fashions while developing long lasting relationships. Find Your Adventure in Shawnee Top 10 Haunts for Fall Fun in Shawnee There is so much fall fun for the family in Shawnee! Learn about one of the nearly 50 fall festivals or other autumn fun activities! Fun things to do outdoors in Shawnee, OK Explore the great outdoors in and around Shawnee. There’s plenty to do! Here’s our top picks: Annual Events In Shawnee Oklahoma Shawnee offers a wide variety of events year-round. Celebrations of the arts and cultures, showing off classic cars, rodeo competitions,... 1 2 3 4 5

RSVP to attend and learn more at this form: Empty Buildings Tour Signup Downtown Shawnee is opening its doors — even the empty ones — for a special Empty Buildings Tour  this October. The event invites the public to tour vacant and underused downtown buildings to see their potential for new businesses, housing, and creative uses. The Empty Buildings Tour  will be held on Wednesday, October 22 from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. and Thursday, October 23 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., offering a chance to reimagine these historic spaces. “Following our meetings with SaveYour.Town last fall, the Empty Buildings Tour was suggested as an initiative to spark the investment in downtown. This is about possibility,” said Stacy Cramer Moore, Director of Tourism, Visit Shawnee, OK . “We want people to see not what these buildings are today, but what they could  be with new life and ideas. This event is designed to help fill our downtown, support entrepreneurs, and showcase Shawnee’s future. ” “Downtown was the heartbeat of Shawnee, and over the years, like many historic downtowns, it lost some of its rhythm,” reflected Stephen Koranda, tourism consultant with Back To You Marketing . “The Empty Buildings Tour is more than just an event—it's an opportunity to help people see the soul and potential in these beautiful, historic spaces again. We're not just showcasing empty buildings; we're helping to lay the groundwork for a revitalized downtown, filled with new businesses and vibrant life. I'm honored to be a part of bringing that vision to life." What to Expect Free, self-guided tour of 10-12 vacant downtown buildings Volunteers on hand to share building details and answer questions Maps and building information at the check-in station Downtown shops and restaurants open late “Ask a Professional” opportunities Visitors can explore historic storefronts, imagine new uses, and even meet owners or realtors on site. The buildings on the Empty Buildings Tour include: 212 West Main 12 East Main 208 East Main 222 East Main 324 East Main 507 East Main 717 & 719 East Main 125 North Bell 432 North Broadway Start your tour at any location or at Tom Terry Park, Broadway and Main, where Visit Shawnee will be set up. See all the buildings or see one. And picture your vision taking root. Download the Empty Buildings Tour Program: Why an Empty Buildings Tour? Shawnee’s Empty Buildings Tour follows a model used in small cities across America to combat downtown vacancies. By literally opening doors, the event reduces fear and uncertainty about old buildings and shows their potential for: retail shops, restaurants and cafés, office space, housing or lofts, galleries and studios. The possibilities are only as limited as a mind’s imagination. “We want local entrepreneurs, investors, and residents to walk through and dream,” Cramer Moore added. “Maybe someone sees the perfect spot for their next big idea.” Event Details Dates:  October 22 and 23 Time:  2:00 to 5:00 p.m. (October 22); 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. (October 23) Cost:  Free and open to the public Property owners interested in participating can still sign up by contacting Stephen Koranda at 405-637-6225 or info@VisitShawnee.com . You can also complete this form: Empty Buildings Tour Signup Volunteers are also needed to help greet visitors and staff buildings.  The event is free and open to the public. For More Information Contact: Stephen Koranda, 405-637-6225, info@VisitShawnee.com

RSVP to attend and learn more at this form: Empty Buildings Tour Signup Downtown Shawnee is opening its doors — even the empty ones — for a special Empty Buildings Tour  this October. The event invites the public to tour vacant and underused downtown buildings to see their potential for new businesses, housing, and creative uses. The Empty Buildings Tour  will be held on Wednesday, October 22 from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. and Thursday, October 23 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., offering a chance to reimagine these historic spaces. “Following our meetings with SaveYour.Town last fall, the Empty Buildings Tour was suggested as an initiative to spark the investment in downtown. This is about possibility,” said Stacy Cramer Moore, Director of Tourism, Visit Shawnee, OK . “We want people to see not what these buildings are today, but what they could  be with new life and ideas. This event is designed to help fill our downtown, support entrepreneurs, and showcase Shawnee’s future. ” “Downtown was the heartbeat of Shawnee, and over the years, like many historic downtowns, it lost some of its rhythm,” reflected Stephen Koranda, tourism consultant with Back To You Marketing . “The Empty Buildings Tour is more than just an event—it's an opportunity to help people see the soul and potential in these beautiful, historic spaces again. We're not just showcasing empty buildings; we're helping to lay the groundwork for a revitalized downtown, filled with new businesses and vibrant life. I'm honored to be a part of bringing that vision to life." What to Expect Free, self-guided tour of 10-12 vacant downtown buildings Volunteers on hand to share building details and answer questions Maps and building information at the check-in station Downtown shops and restaurants open late “Ask a Professional” opportunities Visitors can explore historic storefronts, imagine new uses, and even meet owners or realtors on site. Why an Empty Buildings Tour? Shawnee’s Empty Buildings Tour follows a model used in small cities across America to combat downtown vacancies. By literally opening doors, the event reduces fear and uncertainty about old buildings and shows their potential for: retail shops, restaurants and cafés, office space, housing or lofts, galleries and studios. The possibilities are only as limited as a mind’s imagination. “We want local entrepreneurs, investors, and residents to walk through and dream,” Cramer Moore added. “Maybe someone sees the perfect spot for their next big idea.” Event Details Dates:  October 22 and 23 Time:  2:00 to 5:00 p.m. (October 22); 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. (October 23) Cost:  Free and open to the public Property owners interested in participating can still sign up by contacting Stephen Koranda at 405-637-6225 or info@VisitShawnee.com . You can also complete this form: Empty Buildings Tour Signup Volunteers are also needed to help greet visitors and staff buildings.  The event is free and open to the public. For More Information Contact: Stephen Koranda, 405-637-6225, info@VisitShawnee.com

There is so much fall fun for the family in Shawnee, Oklahoma! Attend one of the nearly 50 fall festivals or other autumn fun activities! And Yes -- Shawnee LOVES Halloween! Many of those fall festivals are trick-or-treating opportunities so get your costume ready! Check our Events Calendar for all upcoming events and find an awesome autumn adventure. Here are our Top 10 things to do for fall fun this year in Shawnee: 1. Pick your own pumpkin at Sunshine Shelly’s Pumpkin Patch This 20-acre farm has fun for the whole family! Farm-grown pumpkins, a Corn Maze, corn pits, big trikes, hayride, giant pumpkin bounce, fire pits, and special events like Halloween movie night every Saturday at sunset. 2. See the changing leaves at the National Arboretum at OBU There are more than 300 trees & shrubs on campus representing 134 different species, including a seedling from the OKC Bombing's Survivor Tree. Pack your walking shoes! 3. Kick your Halloween off with the Monsters on Main Halloween Festival Formerly known as Boo on Bell, this annual fall festival celebrates the autumn season with family-friendly activities. A carnival downtown runs Thursday through Saturday, and a full-day festival happens on Main Street all Saturday! Costume contests (for kids, adults, and pets!), a trick-or-treat on Main, plus ghost stories, games, face painting, food trucks, and more. 4. Get spooked at the Nightmare Harvest Haunted Corn Maze Shawnee's only haunted corn maze is back in 2024! Awarded Oklahoma's Outstanding Agricultural Attraction in 2021, this legendary haunted maze will spook your boots off (not recommended for children under 13.) 5. Get your very own Fall Gnome at The Arts @ 317 Craft your own autumn-inspired gnome at one of their seasonal classes, or buy one in the gallery from gnome artist extraordinaire Betty Combe. 6. Welcome soup season at a local soup hotspot The Owl Shoppe' s eclectic and experimental menu changes each week, so follow them on Facebook to see your choice of soup -- some of their popular soups include birria ramen, peach gazpacho, and jalapeno pepper chowder! Theopolis Social Club also features seasonal soups, a few favorites of which are red pepper bisque and potato leek. A final great soup stop is The Lunch Box , which features two soups every day on a rotating menu. We're partial to the white cheddar poblano... 7. Don your favorite flannel and throw axes at Lumberjack Johnson's A hip flannel is not actually required, but a good throwing arm will do you some good! Open year-round, something about throwing axes that feels especially great once the air is crisp and the leaves are falling! 8. Celebrate Mummy Day with Oklahoma's Only Mummies The first Saturday in November each year is Mummy Day at the Mabee-Gerrer Museum of Art , a free family-friendly educational festival celebrating Oklahoma's only mummies, who live at the MGMoA. 9. Cheer for the OBU Bison Fall and football go together like Brad Pitt and George Clooney in movies. In Shawnee, we cheer for the OBU Bison! Oklahoma Baptist compete in the Great American Conference and compete against some of the best in NCAA Division 2 teams. Find their schedule here . 10. Spook the Competition at the legendary Firelake Costume Contest This adults-only Halloween party at Firelake Casino is legendary, with a prize of $1000 to the best costume! Registration is at 7pm, judging starts at 8:15.