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A unique multicultural gem, in Shawnee the old-west modern urban mingle! Find your next adventure in Shawnee, OK at our visitor center; hotels and rv parks right off I-40! Search Things to Do Where to Eat Places to Shop What to See Where to Stay Event Calendar Host an Event Plan a Trip Subscribe Why Visit Shawnee, OK? A unique multicultural gem, in Shawnee the old-west modern urban mingle. With hotels and rv parks right off of I-40 mere minutes from our world class museums, art galleries, and boutique and vintage shopping, we're the perfect place to spend a weekend (or two)! Must Sees in Shawnee: Three museums, including Oklahoma's oldest art museum and the state's only mummies 5 casinos from 4 tribes World, national, and state-wide rodeos year-round Famous vintage shopping Whether you're deciding to visit from near or far (or even if you call Shawnee home), our website and Welcome Center have a wealth of information to make sure you find your next adventure in Shawnee, OK. Top Picks in Upcoming Events View All Events On the Blog What's New in Shawnee, OK? There's always something new in Shawnee, OK! Here's what's new - so far - in 2026! Things to Do in Historic Downtown Shawnee, Oklahoma Shawnee's pre-statehood Main Street and surrounding historic downtown is a pedestrian friendly district with unique, locally-owned shops! The World’s Richest Youth Rodeo Returns to Shawnee: 34th Annual International Finals Youth Rodeo Kicks Off July 12, 2026 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE The World’s Richest Youth Rodeo Returns to Shawnee: 34th Annual International Finals Youth Rodeo Kicks Off July 12 Action from the International Finals Youth Rodeo (IFYR) Photo: Clayton Hibler Jennings Rodeo Photography SHAWNEE, Okla. — The future stars of professional rodeo are heading to Oklahoma next week as the 34th annual International Finals Youth Rodeo (IFYR) takes over the Heart of Oklahoma Expo Center from July 12 through July 17, 2026. Wi Curated Vintage, Antique, and Thrift Stores in Shawnee With a vast array of curated vintage, thrift, and antique shops, your next treasure is waiting for you in Shawnee, OK. All You Need to Know about the IFYR International Finals Youth Rodeo brings in some of the world’s best young rodeo talent with the Heart of OK expo as their battleground. 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: 1 2 3 4 5 Contact Us Name Email Subject Message Thanks for getting in touch! Our team will get back with you as soon as possible. :) Submit Contact Us