Festival in the Park is truly a community Festival. Hosted by the Cushing Chamber of Commerce, this fun event is held annually on the last Saturday in September. Bring the whole family out to enjoy free rides and attractions, watch displays by a roaming magician and shop at the diverse vendor booths.

Festival-goers can browse booths featuring canvas art, crafts, jewelry, leather work, woodwork, vintage marketplace products, pottery and more. Vendor booths are not duplicated, so there is a variety of products to purchase and see. Some booths even have supplies available for guests to make their own creations, such as a Raku pottery making at the Lachenmeyer Arts Center. Booths will also include local businesses offering giveaway drawings, free swag and more. 

Once you’ve worked up an appetite, head over to the food booths offered by Cushing's non-profit organizations. One tasty option is the Cushing Lions Club Chili Cook-off, which will showcase over 10 different chili specials. Vote for your favorite and stick around to see who takes home cash prizes and trophies.

Stage entertainment will include a talent show by middle and high school students, a production by Dance Star Productions Studio, a performance by middle and high school choir students, music from the CPS band, and more. 

Want to "wake up" with a run before the Festival in the Park? Then the Grappler's Gallop 5K Run & Walk is for you. Hosted by the Cushing Wrestling Takedown Club, the Grappler's Gallop is a great way to get some great exercise in before the festival.