2025 Pelican Fest

Join the fun at Wolf Creek Park in Grove, OK, for the 42nd Annual Pelican Festival, October 2–5, 2025! This beloved Grand Lake tradition celebrates the fall migration of the American White Pelicans as they return to the waters of northeast Oklahoma.

Bring the whole family for four days of fun including the Miss Pelican Festival pageant, a lively parade, car, truck & bike show, arts & crafts vendors, food trucks, live entertainment, and a full carnival. It’s a perfect way to enjoy autumn at the lake while spotting these majestic birds soaring overhead.

Festival Highlights:

• 🎡 Carnival: Thurs–Fri 6–10pm | Sat 12–10pm | Sun 1–6pm
• 🎨 Arts & Crafts: Fri 12–8pm | Sat 10am–8pm
• 🍔 Food Trucks: Fri 12–8pm | Sat 10am–8pm
• 🎶 Free Entertainment Tent (Indigo Sky Casino & Resort): Fri & Sat with multiple shows
• 🚗 Car, Truck & Bike Show: Sat 10am–3pm
• 🎭 Parade: Sat 9:30am
• ✏️ Free Caricature Artist: Sat 11am–4pm
• 🛶 Har-Ber Village Admission: $5 | Fri & Sat 9am–3:30pm

From thrilling rides to tasty eats and live performances, the Pelican Festival is a Grand Lake favorite you won’t want to miss. Mark your calendars and join the fun in Grove!