The Weekly Buzz For Enid

Find out what's happening in and around Enid.

August 28, 2025

The County Fair is Bigger & Better this Year!

Does Everyone Have Enough Rain Yet?

Wow! This has been the wettest and coolest summer that I can remember. Not that I mind a few cooler days but where did my summer go?

Football season is here! All of the area high schools will be kicking off very soon and our state universities begin games this week! Enjoy your favorite team!

I will be posting lots of info on the Garfield County Fair and Carnival. Coulten Cue has plans to make this year bigger and better than it has been in many years. Everything will depend on your support! Get out and see the Fair entries, watch the horse show, ride the carnival rides and eat some carnival and fair food!

Enjoy your weekend—and stay in the know with EnidBuzz.com.

— Curtis D. Tucker
Creator / Owner

WHAT'S HOT THIS WEEK

Garfield County Fair & Carnival Sept. 11-14

The Garfield County Fair is September 11-14, 2025 at 111 W. Purdue. Join family and friends for a great time at the Garfield County Fair and Carnival. View agricultural exhibits and livestock shows. Sample delicious fair foods and enjoy many on-site vendors. Entry to the fair is free.

Enjoy the Ice Cream Crank-Off, Live Stock, Fair Entries, Fair Seminars, Vendor Booths, Quilt Show and More! Take the entire family and grab a funnel cake, fried Oreo, Turkey leg, walking taco and more!

The Garfield County Fair gates are open Thursday thru Saturday 9am-8pm and Sunday 12pm-4pm. All fair entries are due by September 3rd.

The CARNIVAL is back this year and will operate September 10th-14th at the Expo Center. Stop by the Expo office to purchase carnival passes for $5 off (sale ends September 9th). For questions contact the office at 580-237-0238.

The Fun Time Shows Carnival hours are Wednesday & Thursday 5pm-10pm, Friday 5pm-10:30pm, Saturday split sessions 12pm-5pm and 6pm-11pm, Sunday 1pm-6pm. 

LOCAL NEWS

N. Cleveland Closing Extended Again

The current road closure of North Cleveland Street from Hunters Hill Drive to West Willow Road has been extended to provide additional time for contractors to complete asphalt paving. The new time extension will run from Sunday, August 31st through Friday September 26th.

YMCA Expanding to the Northgate Center

The United Way of Enid gave a $100,000 grant to the Denny Price YMCA to assist with startup costs for the YMCA’s new Winter Wellness Center on Willow in the Northgate Center. In addition to the fitness space, the renovation will also include a new RSVP Senior Center. 

BUSINESS BUZZ

Businesses Celebrating Anniversaries

Great Clips is celebrating 10 years in Enid! Join the fun with in-salon specials all week at both salons. Enjoy a Live Remote on Saturday, Aug 30 from 10-12 at the Willow Plaza location. Games, giveaways, and a drawing for a years worth of FREE haircuts!

Jiffy Trip opened its doors in 1972 in Fairview, OK. Gas was .36 cents, and Don McLean was topping the charts. Help them celebrate 53 years serving YOU! All week long! Visit a Jiffy Trip in person, online, or right from their app for tons of GROOVY deals and daily in-store giveaways. Deals end August 31.

More Business Buzz

Enid Auto Body - Do you have auto body damage? Trust your repairs to Enid Auto Body! Call (580)234-5492 to get those vehicle repairs or estimates scheduled right away! Their phone system is available 24/7 and can schedule an appointment anytime, even after business hours. You can also get a virtual repair estimate online at Autobodyteam.com.

Spirit Halloween will be located in the old Goodies area of Oakwood Mall. Parking and entry are on the south side of the mall. They begin setting up the store on Monday, August 25 and hope to be open in a few weeks. A new Goodwill store is in the old Spirit Halloween location.

Simpsons Mercantile - This historic building, home to Simpson’s Old Time Museum, is full of rich family history and unforgettable stories from the heart of Enid. Located at 228 E. Randolph Ave. The building is currently for sale through Nicholas Commercial Real Estate.

Tropical Freeze Sno-Cones & Italian Ice is adding a drive thru Fresh Squeezed Lemonade coming soon plus other new stuff! Stay tuned! Go to www.tropicalfreeze.net and create your order! Summer hours: 7 days a week 2 pm to 10 pm. Located at 3608 W Randolph.

Beds Unlimited Furniture & More has a wide range of mattresses! Queen mattresses now $299.95. Beds Unlimited has been delivering quality furniture in Enid since 1994! Located inside the Enid Oakwood Mall. Call 580.242.6915. Mon-Sat 10PM-6PM / Closed Sundays.

Enid T-Shirts - New Enid T-shirts are for sale online! These fun Bella-Canvas tees are perfect for showing off your hometown! Check out the designs and colors! Shop at www.zoinkies.com.

Enid Buzz Business Directory - Check out the Enid Business Directory, your online resource for local business in a variety of categories. Go to https://www.enidbuzz.com/business-directory/ for everything from Auto Body Shops to Hospitals. The directory page is promoted on the Enid Buzz blog, on the Enid Buzz Facebook page, in the Enid Buzz Insider email newsletter and on the Enid Buzz podcast. It also ranks in local Google searches.

Send your business buzz to [email protected]  

LOCAL EVENTS

United Way Chili Cook Off

Attend the 38th Annual United Way Chili Cook-Off on Friday, October 24 from 11 AM – 1 PM at the Stride Bank Center!

Calling all Northwest Oklahoma organizations: Businesses, nonprofits, clubs, community groups... you’re all invited to bring the heat at in Enid, OK. This year’s theme is HALLOWEEN, sponsored by Cintas — so don’t forget your costumes and spooky spirit

• Judging begins at 10 AM
• Registration includes 2 FREE tickets to the event
• $75 standard entry fee, or pay an extra $50 for early setup on October 23
• Ford Maverick Truck Raffle @ 1 PM SHARP Spots are limited

Whether you're cooking for fun, bragging rights, or just to support a great cause, they can't wait to see what your team is serving up (in costume, of course)!

Sign up online today and let’s make this the tastiest year yet! https://www.unitedwayenid.org/chili-cookoff

More Calendar Events

See upcoming local events listed at www.enidbuzz.com/events/. Get your events on the calendar by emailing info to [email protected]. Below are a few highlights coming soon.

• AUGUST 30
Rowdy Stickhorse Squash Blossom Festival. Cucs & Zuks Indi 500: Each participant receives a wheel and axle kit, then choose a cucumber, yellow squash or zucchini and head to the Garage area to assemble their car. Once completed, they head to the Pit area for judging. After judging you're off to the track. (Participants aged 15 and below)

• AUGUST 30
The City of Enid Parks and Recreation department will host a free event, Movie on Park on Saturday, August 30th 8:30 p.m. – 11 p.m. in the Park Street Events Area at 150 W Park. Come enjoy “A MINECRAFT MOVIE” with some free popcorn and water! Don’t forget your camping chair or blanket for the best outdoor movie experience. Weather permitting.

• SEPTEMBER 10-14
The Garfield County Free Fair is coming September 11th-14th. The CARNIVAL is back this year and will operate September 10th-14th. Be sure to get your fair entries in by September 3rd. For questions contact 580-237-0238.

• SEPTEMBER 13
Mark your calendar. The Cherokee Strip Celebration is Saturday, September 13th! Registration is open for vendors and parade participants! Find the forms online at www.enidchamber.com.

• SEPTEMBER 13
You are invited to the Vance & AFA Air Force Birthday Red, White and Blue Fly-in on Sep 13 from 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Celebrate the 78th birthday of the United States Air Force with planes, food trucks, bouncy houses, a concert and more! Free to the public at Enid Woodring Regional Airport, 1026 S 66th St, Enid, OK.

• SEPTEMBER 26
Relive the Magic of Fleetwood Mac with Tusk! Get ready to experience the enchanting sounds of Fleetwood Mac as Tusk takes the stage on September 26th! With spot-on vocals and expert musicianship, this tribute band is dedicated to delivering an authentic concert experience that you won't want to miss. Tickets now on sale! StrideBankCenter.com.

• NOVEMBER 8
Copy Cat Crooners will be a night of singing + dinner + dancing! It all happens on November 8th at 6pm in the Stride Bank Center. Proceeds Buy Backpacks for Foster Children. Live Band performances of 40s - 80s tunes by Elvis, Reba, Johnny Cash & more! Tickets - $40 per Person; $70 per couple;$700 per table. (Table price includes Meet & Greet & Champagne). Contact Cathy for table info at [email protected]. For Tickets: StrideBankCenter.com

More events and details on the calendar! 

Restaurant Suggestions

Can’t decide where to eat? Browse the Enid Buzz Quick Restaurant Guide at www.enidbuzz.com/restaurants/. There are over 100 eateries listed with phone and location.

FEATURING:
• Napoli’s Italian Restaurant, 225 S. Grand
• Waymaker Coffee - Daily Drinks, 701 W. Willow
• La Salsa - Mexican, 213 W. Willow
• Cafe Coyote - Mexican, 212 Lahoma Rd., Lahoma

If you see a change or correction email [email protected]. 

Last But Not Least!

Send me any birthdays, anniversaries, or other fun announcements. Also be sure to get your events listed on the calendar.

Thanks again for subscribing to the Enid Insider! If you have an idea for the newsletter or the website please let me know. [email protected]