Hello November! We are now officially in the holiday season with many holiday shopping events already happening this weekend.

A favorite Christmas concert returns to the Chisholm Trail Expo Center, Saturday December 13th, 2025. Join everyone for a family fun night of Christmas cheer, featuring Michael Martin Murphey, with special guest Kyle Dillingham and Peter Markes. For tickets visit www.chisholmtrailexpo.com. For questions or to purchase tickets in person contact the office at 580-237-0238. Tickets purchased with a card will inquire fees.

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WHAT'S HOT THIS WEEK

Veterans Day Parade

The Annual Veterans Day Parade will be Saturday, November 8 at 10:00am. The parade and activities are presented by the Enid Noon AMBUCS.

Local groups and organizations will be participating in this years Veterans Day Parade. Parade organizers will have cars, motorcycles, floats, bands, horses and vendors. All residents are encouraged to come downtown on the square and help honor our veterans.

LOCAL NEWS

Christmas and Holiday Events

The holiday season is here! Plan your holidays with the help of Enid Buzz. There will be lots of Holiday, Christmas and Christmas Eve events happening around our area. Get your event listed by sending info to [email protected].

Browse the Calendar at https://www.enidbuzz.com/events/.

BUSINESS BUZZ

Park Avenue Thrift Pop Up Outlet

The Park Avenue Thrift Enid Pop Up Outlet, 2nd & Randolph, Downtown Enid, will be open on these days in November:

November 7th 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
November 14th 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
November 21st 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Fill a standard grocery size plastic bag with treasures for just $5, Individual items are $1 each if not in a bag. This sale is for their Pop Up Outlet location only. You can find clothing, shoes, decor, books, Christmas items, toys, and so much more! Every bag you fill helps support Enid nonprofits and schools!

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.

Eskimo Joe’s - Tis' the season to shop! Eskimo Joe’s Clothes is now open in Sunset Plaza for the holiday season! Go shop your favorite cozy tees, hoodies, and holiday gifts. Swing by, say hi, and get in the holiday spirit with Joe's!

Whataburger franchisee Vibe Restaurants is bringing Whataburger’s fresh flavors back to Enid with a grand opening celebration at its new location at 5229 W. Owen K. Garriott at 10:30 a.m. today. Guests can place their lunch orders starting at 11 a.m. The new Enid restaurant will employ 100 Family Members, whom they call employees. Operating Partner Bailey Rutledge will lead the team. To accommodate guests quickly and efficiently, there will be 24/7 dining room and drive-thru services. A week later, online, delivery and curbside orders will be available on their website and through the Whataburger app.

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

Vance Spouses’ Club Marketplace

The Vance Spouses' Club Holiday Marketplace is Saturday, November 8th from 9am-4pm. From unique vendors to exciting activities, there's something for everyone. Don't miss out on discovering new products, enjoying great company, and soaking in all the fun!

Also shop the Annual Bake Sale and buy some delicious treats to take home for yourself, friends and family. Proceeds from the bake sale go towards welfare requests and scholarship funds.

Entry is $1 or a canned food donation. Chisholm Trail Expo Center.

Home For The Holidays Gift & Craft Show

The 2025 Home for the Holiday’s Home & Garden and Gift & Craft Show is November 22 and 23, 2025 at the Chisholm Trail Expo Center, 111 West Purdue. Presented by C&M Production Group.

• Lots of vendors for a weekend of shopping!
• FREE pictures with Santa
• A2Z Petting Zoo
• Kid Zone
• Fun for the whole family!

$5 Admission for Adults • Kids 12 & Under FREE! Let your friends know!

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.

• NOVEMBER 7-8
The annual Oklahoma Mennonite Missions Sale is at the Chisholm Trail Expo Center. This event raises funds for relief efforts and disaster recovery through the sale of food, artisan crafts, & quilts. Quilts & crafts will be auctioned and a variety of foods and other craft items are sold in booths throughout the sale.

Schedule of Events
Friday 11/7:
4 PM - Food & craft booths begin opening
6 PM - Entertainment
8:30-9:00 PM - Doors Close

Saturday 11/8:
8 AM - Pancake breakfast
9 AM - All booths open
9:30 AM - Quilt & craft auction begins
Sale ends when last quilt is sold, usually between 2-3 PM

• NOVEMBER 11
6:30pm Legacy Awards & Veterans Day Ceremony with Keynote by Gentner Drummond. Stride Bank Center, 301 5 Independence Ave.

• NOVEMBER 16-22
For the first time in history, the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Division I Women’s Soccer Championship will be hosted in Enid, Oklahoma, on November 16-22, 2025, at the Advance Soccer Complex. Advance Soccer Complex is the premier soccer facility in northern Oklahoma. All tournament games will be held on its turf championship field. The tournament field will be made up of 12 teams, with eight being district champions and four selected as at-large teams into the tournament field. Three pools of four teams each will face off over the first few days beginning Nov. 16. These games will determine seeding for the semifinals. The two semifinal games will take place on November 20, and the National Championship game will take place on November 22 at 4 p.m.

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.

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