Arnett, Oklahoma
The historical Ellis County Courthouse and adjacent log cabin mark Arnett as the county seat.
Hunting enthusiasts flock to Arnett each spring and fall for the Field Dog trials; while in May, quilt lovers enjoy the Handihome Club Quilt Show.
July's heat also means a time of fun and celebration for friends, old and new. Fun Day in the Park includes hot dogs, games and fireworks. The third Sunday marks the Old Settler's Day County Reunion, where descendants of early-day settlers meet for a potluck dinner, entertainment and catching up with the latest news. A three-day Canadian Trail Ride precedes this annual event.
September brings the American Legion Rodeo, with events such as team roping, barbecue, parade and mutton bustin' for youngsters eight and under. Shortly thereafter, a week-long Community-Wide Revival is held in the park, Kiwanis Kids' Day, also in September, features a parade and games fro the kids. Ellis County Love of Freedom Day festivities are held in November.
The courthouse square lights up with brilliant displays during the Christmas Lighting and Santa Claus Day in December.
Attractions near Arnett, Oklahoma
WPA Armory
Okemah's WPA Armory was built in the 1930's during the depression as part of President Franklin D. Roosevelt's program design...
Bill Brown's Oklahoma Jubilee
Musical performances. ...
Wake Island War Memorial
Veterans of Foreign Wars National Wake Island War Memorial. ...
Dave Sasser Memorial Museum
Pioneer life in the Cimarron Valley....
Arnett Oklahoma Related Videos
Tyler Tune (Arnett, OK) 60 Foot Buzzer Beater !!!
OHSSE highlight of Arnett (OK)'s Tyler Tune with the 60 foot buzzer beater at halftime of the Wildcats win over Cheyenne. Tyler finished the game with 37 poi...
5/4/07 Arnett Oklahoma Tornado Timelapse
Timelapse of a small but persistent and violent tornado near Arnett Oklahoma on a moderate risk day.
Tornado Arnett, Oklahoma 2007
Tornado passes just west of Arnett, Oklahoma on May 4, 2007. The tornado was on the ground for nearly 10 minutes but caused little damage. Eyewitness News 5'...
Tyler Tune (Arnett, OK) 2014 Recruit - 39 Points & 21 Rebounds in State Final Win
OHSSE Highlights from Arnett's Tyler Tune (2014 Recruit) who had 39 points and 21 rebounds in the Oklahoma Class "B" Basketball State Championship game. Tyle...
Oklahoma 2011 Fall Baseball State Finals
OHSSE Highlights and Interviews from the 2011 Oklahoma Class "A" and "B" Fall Baseball State Finals. Dale beat Byng for the Class "A" Title while Arnett beat...
Arnett Show Family here over 100 years
Dedicated to my Great uncle Joe love u. To my Dad who couldn't make the trip this to there Reunion In Anett Oklahoma. Family has been in these parts for over...
Arnett, Oklahoma Tornado May 4, 2007
Gorgeous supercell produced a tall slender cone tornado for approximately 20 minutes west of the town of Arnett, Oklahoma. The supercell produced 3 inch hail...
Forgan Class B title Game 2012
Highlights of Forgan's win over Arnett in the Oklahoma Class B Title Game.
Classic Violent Oklahoma Tornado Footage Arnett, OK. Greensburg
Wizard of OZ like tornado rips across western Oklahoma. (Tornado-Arnett-01.mov). This was one of two tornadoes that day, the other hit Greensburg, Kansas as ...
April 26, 2009 Arnett, OK StrongTornado Close Up!
Eric and I get up close to tornado #2 of the High Risk Day in western Oklahoma. It crosses the road up ahead of us and then spins off to the east.