Rodeo of Champions Most everybody wanted to be a cowboy as a kid… The lucky ones grew up to be one. The rest of us admire them….. Come and see the American cowboy and cowgirl at the Rodeo of Champions in Elk City Labor Day Weekend. Beutler Brothers Rodeo Arena The famed stock contracting firm from Elk City, Oklahoma, is the third generation of Beutlers to be in the stock contracting business.  Bennie and his son, Rhett, make up the Beutler and Son Rodeo Company, which provides bucking horses and bulls to premier rodeos across the nation. The company has… Read More »Rodeo of Champions

Independence Day Firework Display Come celebrate America’s Independence Day at Ackley Park with a day full of activities and events ending with a spectacular fireworks display put on by the City of Elk City. This map marks where people can set off fireworks on July 4th. The green areas are open for fireworks from 6:00 p.m. – 11:59 p.m. No fireworks are permitted in the red, orange, and yellow areas. The yellow areas are for viewing of the night’s fireworks display. Red and orange areas are closed.

Route 66 Festival Held in June at Ackley Park and other venues all around town. Live Music, Food Trucks, Vendors, Car Show, Car Cruise, Art Show, and More. June 14 & 15, 2024

Community Easter Egg Hunt Held the Saturday before Easter Sunday in Ackley Park.

Elk City’s history dates back to the days immediately following the opening of the Cheyenne-Arapaho reservation in western Oklahoma Territory on April 19, 1892, when the first settlers made their appearance. Prior to this time, many early ranchers had driven cattle over the Great Western Cattle Trail from Texas to Dodge City, Kansas, the present townsite of Elk City being in the direct path of that famous trail. The creation of Elk City was an idea conceived by land promoters from Weatherford, Oklahoma, when they learned that the Choctaw, Oklahoma and Gulf Railroad (CO & G) was coming to the… Read More »History of Elk City, Oklahoma

Hotels / Inns American Dream Inn 108 Meadow Ridge Drive, Elk City, OK 580-225-5120 www.americandreaminnelkcity.us Americas Best Value Inn 2500 S Main St, Elk City, OK 580-225-0305 www.sonesta.com Bedford Inn 2004 S Main St, Elk City, OK 580-225-6775 Best Western Plus Executive Residency 105 Meadow Ridge Dr, Elk City, OK 580-303-4851 www.bestwestern.com Bluebird Inn 118 W Broadway Ave, Elk City, OK 580-374-2923 bluebird.place Comfort Inn & Suites 2802 S. Main St., Elk City, Elk City, OK 580-303-7566 www.choicehotels.com/comfort-inn Econolodge 2606 E Highway 66, Elk City, OK 580-225-3111 www.choicehotels.com/econo-lodge Executive Plus Inn & Suites 2015 W 3rd St, Elk City, OK 580-225-2331… Read More »Lodging

Things To Do In Elk City In Elk City, you’ll find an abundance of activities to enjoy. Whether you’re seeking outdoor adventure, family-friendly entertainment, popular tourist destinations, or a taste of local charm, Elk City has it all. Elk City Sports & Recreation Elk City offers a wide range of sports and recreational activities to cater to both sports enthusiasts and active participants. Whether you are a fan or a player, you can enjoy golf, disc golf, basketball, tennis, football, motorsports, and even rodeo in Elk City. Elk City Parks Ackley Park stands out as one of Elk City’s premier… Read More »Attractions

Annual Events Bridal Walk Easter Egg Hunt Shop Hop Southwest Farm and Home Expo Oil & Gas Appreciation Golf Tournament Route 66 Festival Summertime in Ackley Park Independence Day Firework Display Block Party Rodeo of Champions and Parade Fall Festival WOHS Flea Market Moonlight Madness  Christmas In The Park You can find even more great activities under: Things To Do In Elk City Elk City Sports & Recreation Elk City Museums

Welcome to Elk City, Oklahoma! Elk City captures the spirit of western Oklahoma with its rich heritage. It is a destination that offers various captivating attractions, entertaining events, diverse shopping opportunities, comfortable lodging options, and much more. Elk City is conveniently positioned in the heart of Western Oklahoma on Historic Route 66 and Interstate 40 right between Amarillo, Texas, and Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Get Our Visitors Guides Pack your bags and hit the mother road toward Elk City, Oklahoma, where there is plenty to do that the whole family will enjoy. Browse our visitors guide to locate a hotel, get a preview… Read More »Visit Elk City