The Strawberry Capital of the World Is Hiding In Small Town Oklahoma And It's As Weirdly Wonderful As You'd Expect
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Strawberry Capital of the World might seem like a lofty title, but as quirky as it sounds, this place sits right inside Oklahoma! Stilwell has held this official title since 1949, and every year a festival takes place in honor of it all that continues to draw thousands of visitors every year. It’s weirdly wonderful, and we think you’ll enjoy a day visiting Stilwell at this beloved festival. And you’ll never have to ask again: “Where is the Strawberry Capital of the World?”
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The Strawberry Capital of the World is worth visiting in May. Discover more on the Strawberry Capital website. And be sure to follow along on the Stilwell Strawberry Festival Facebook page for current updates and photos. Have you experienced this fun event in Oklahoma? Please share your experience in the comments below.
About 25 miles away you’ll find additional adventures in the charming town of Tahlequah. And if you’re up for more driving, we recommend the scenic drive from Tahlequah to Sallisaw.
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Festivals In Oklahoma
What are some of the best festivals in Oklahoma?
- Festival of the Arts (Oklahoma City): For more than 50 years, each spring folks have been entertained by a variety of talent in downtown Bicentennial Park. From culinary arts to visual arts, including a Youth Art Sale, all things creative are celebrated during this fun event.
- Crawfest (Tahlequah): Indulge the New Orleans way, with drinks, live entertainment, and of course, a never-ending supply of Cajun-style crawfish. Expect craft beer, cocktails, wood-fired pizzas, and more than 3,500 pounds of crawfish some of which will be enjoyed at the crawfish-eating contests!
- Rush Springs Watermelon Festival (Rush Springs): Every August celebrates the watermelon! And these aren't your ordinary, run-of-the-mill fruits - they are the black diamond and royal sweet watermelons. Come taste the difference.
Where are some of the best state parks in Oklahoma?
- Black Mesa State Park (Kenton): Did you know the name of this historic area came from a layer of black lava rock that coated the mesa about 30 million years ago? About 1,600 acres are available for hiking. Explore the rare plants and animal species at this beautiful place where the Rocky Mountains meet the prairie.
- Greenleaf State Park (Braggs): The campgrounds and cabins offer family recreation and vacations. Some folks come to explore the history, including 16 Works Progress Administration-built cabins that have been updated with bathrooms and kitchens.