Old Settlers’ Day 2026 Is Coming to Perkins!

Register for the Parade!

Register to be a Vendor!

Sponsor the Event!

Parade. Vendors. Food. Family fun. Sponsorship opportunities. And plenty of Perkins pride.

The countdown is on for the 2026 Old Settlers’ Day Parade & Festival, happening Saturday, September 26, 2026, in downtown Perkins, Oklahoma!

Presented by the Perkins Chamber of Commerce, this year’s theme is:

Home of the Original Cowboy

Old Settlers’ Day is a celebration of the history, people, businesses, families, and pioneer spirit that make Perkins special. This year’s theme also recognizes our community’s connection to legendary cowboy Frank “Pistol Pete” Eaton.

Whether you want to enter the parade, become a vendor, sponsor the event, or simply bring your family downtown for the festivities, there are plenty of ways to get involved.

What’s Happening at Old Settlers’ Day?

The festival opens at 8:30 a.m., followed by the Historical Parade at 10:00 a.m.

The day’s activities are planned to include:

• Historical Parade
• Local and regional vendors
• Food trucks
• Games for kids
• Bounce houses
• Music
• Dancing
• Cake walk
• And more family-friendly fun!

Come early, find your favorite spot downtown, visit our vendors, grab something to eat, and enjoy a Perkins tradition with friends and neighbors.

Join the Historical Parade!

We don’t just need people lining the streets — we need people IN the parade!

Registration is open for the 2026 Old Settlers’ Day Historical Parade, and we’re inviting businesses, churches, schools, clubs, organizations, families, community groups, equestrians, classic vehicles, tractors, and others to participate.

The parade begins at 10:00 a.m.

This year’s Home of the Original Cowboy theme gives participants plenty of opportunities to get creative while celebrating Perkins history and community spirit.

Registered participants will receive additional information about check-in, staging locations, lineup assignments, and other event-day procedures prior to Old Settlers’ Day.

Sign up and help us fill the streets of Perkins!

️ Vendor Registration Is Open!

Old Settlers’ Day wouldn’t be the same without a great collection of vendors, makers, organizations, and food trucks.

Artisan, Crafter, Commercial & Other Vendors

Perkins Chamber Members receive one booth space FREE!

There is a limit of one free booth space per Chamber member.

Additional and non-member booth spaces are $25 each.

Vendors must be completely set up and ready to serve by 8:00 a.m. and remain set up until 1:00 p.m.

Vendors may unload vehicles at their booth location but must promptly move vehicles off Main Street. Booth spaces will be marked, and vendors are asked to remain within their assigned area.

Food Trucks

Food truck registration is $50 per truck.

Food trucks must be completely set up and ready to serve by 8:00 a.m. and remain at the event until 1:30 p.m.

If a vendor or food truck cannot stay for the entire required period, please let us know when registering. We will try to accommodate special circumstances when possible, but accommodations cannot be guaranteed.

Vendor Registration Closes September 12!

All registered vendors will receive a confirmation email.

Before the event, vendors will also receive their assigned number and additional setup and event-day information, so be sure to watch your email!

⭐ Become an Old Settlers’ Day Sponsor!

Want to make an even bigger impact?

2026 Old Settlers’ Day sponsorships are now available!

Our sponsors help make the parade, children’s activities, entertainment, awards, amenities, and other elements of Old Settlers’ Day possible.

We’ve created sponsorship opportunities for businesses, organizations, families, and individuals at several levels.

Original Cowboy Presenting Sponsor — $2,500

Our premier event sponsorship includes top billing, prominent logo placement, social media recognition, event announcements, premium vendor space, and parade recognition.

Pistol Pete Parade Sponsor — $1,500

An exclusive parade-level sponsorship featuring prominent parade promotion, signage, social recognition, announcements, and featured parade placement.

⭐ Wild West Sponsor — $1,000

A major community-event sponsorship with prominent recognition on event promotions, signage, social media, and announcements.

Cowboy Country Sponsor — $750

A great sponsorship opportunity for entertainment, stage activities, or a featured attraction, including event and social recognition.

Trail Boss Sponsor — $500

Perfect for supporting the kids area, games, inflatables, or another event activity, with signage and recognition included.

Saddle Up Sponsor — $250

A supporting business sponsorship that includes event signage and social media recognition.

Cowboy Legacy Sponsor — $100

Perfect for a parade award or trophy sponsorship, with sponsor recognition included.

❤️ Cowboy Friend Sponsor — $50

You don’t have to be a business to support Old Settlers’ Day!

Cowboy Friend Sponsors will have their name listed on the Community Supporters sign, be included in a group sponsor thank-you post, and be recognized as an official Old Settlers’ Day supporter.

A Cowboy Friend Sponsorship may also be given in honor or memory of someone, making this a special way to recognize someone with a connection to Perkins or Old Settlers’ Day.

Why Sponsor Old Settlers’ Day?

Sponsoring Old Settlers’ Day is about more than putting a name on a sign.

It’s about investing in Perkins.

It’s helping create a day where children can play, families can gather, businesses can meet new customers, organizations can participate, visitors can experience our community, and generations can come together to celebrate a tradition that belongs to all of us.

Every sponsorship — from $50 to $2,500 — helps make the event possible.

Mark Your Calendar!

2026 Old Settlers’ Day Parade & Festival

Saturday, September 26, 2026

Downtown Perkins, Oklahoma

Festival Opens — 8:30 a.m.

Historical Parade — 10:00 a.m.

There are so many ways to participate this year.

Enter the parade.

Reserve a vendor booth.

Bring your food truck.

Become a sponsor.

Bring your family downtown.

Most importantly, come help us celebrate the community we’re proud to call home.

Perkins, Oklahoma — Home of the Original Cowboy.

We’ll see you at Old Settlers’ Day!

Hello Perkins Community,

The Perkins Community Chamber of Commerce invites you to join us for our annual Teacher & Staff Appreciation Event as we celebrate and thank the dedicated teachers and staff who make such a difference in our schools.

Event Details
Date: August 10, 2026
Time: 7:00–10:00 A.M.
Location: P-T Commons Area
1003 OK-33
Perkins, OK 74059

This event is a wonderful opportunity for our community to show appreciation and support for the educators and staff who serve our students and families throughout the year.

Sponsorship opportunities are available:

Breakfast Sponsor – Bronze: $250
Breakfast Sponsor – Silver: $500
Breakfast Sponsor – Gold: $1,000

There are also opportunities to participate with a booth or donate a door prize.

For more information and registration, please visit:
www.perkinschamber.org

Questions may be emailed to:
[email protected]

Thank you for helping us honor and encourage the teachers and staff of Perkins-Tryon Schools. We hope to see you there!

Sincerely,
Perkins Community Chamber of Commerce

A big thank you to our generous sponsors, Judge Jason Reese, LIFENET, and Payne County Bank, for supporting the Perkins Community Chamber of Commerce Legislative Breakfast! Your commitment to our community and dedication to making events like this possible help bring people together and encourage meaningful conversations with our local leaders. We truly appreciate all you do to support Perkins and its continued growth!

We are excited to begin planning for our Annual Golf Tournament, and we will be holding our first committee meeting on:

Date: March 11

Time: 5:30 PM

Location: D’Mario’s Pizza

This meeting will be an opportunity for us to start organizing the event, discuss ideas, and assign planning tasks as we work together to make the tournament a success.

If you are interested in helping with the planning or serving on the committee, we would love to have you join us.

Thank you, and we look forward to seeing you there!

We are excited to officially welcome our 2026 Board of Directors! This new board brings together a group of dedicated leaders who are passionate about our mission and committed to guiding our organization into the year ahead.

Each board member offers valuable experience, fresh ideas, and a shared desire to serve with integrity and purpose. Together, they will help strengthen our vision, support strategic growth, and ensure we continue making a meaningful impact in our community.

As we look ahead to 2026, we are confident that this board’s leadership, collaboration, and enthusiasm will play a vital role in shaping a strong and successful future. We are grateful for their willingness to serve and for the time and energy they dedicate to our organization.

Please join us in congratulating and welcoming our 2026 Board of Directors. We look forward to an exciting year ahead!

The Perkins Community Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce that nominations are now open for our 2025 Community Awards! This is your chance to recognize the individuals, businesses, and organizations that make Perkins such a great place to live and work.

Award Categories:

• Sheri Gordon Community Service Award – Honors a community member who contributes to the betterment of our community.

• Delmar Niles Community Service Award – Recognizes a chamber member for years of dedication and service.

• Best NEW Business Award – Celebrates a business (opened within the past year) making a strong, positive impact.

• Best EXISTING Business Award – Recognizes a long-standing business that continues to better our community.

• Best Organization Award – Honors a local organization (church group, civic group, non-profit, school group, etc.) that made a significant difference this past year.

• Citizen of the Year – Recognizes a community member for an outstanding commitment or contribution to Perkins.

Nominations are due by December 3rd, 2025.

Download the form in PDF format or use the ONLINE FORM

Help us celebrate and honor those who make a difference—submit your nominations today!

The 2025 Old Settlers’ Day Candy Land Parade & Festival was a colorful, candy-coated celebration that brought joy, laughter, and community spirit to Downtown Perkins!

From the eye-catching floats and candy-filled parade to the fun-filled vendor booths, games, bounce houses, and food trucks, this year’s event was truly one for the books. Many lined the streets to take in the sweet sights, support local businesses, and enjoy a day of family-friendly fun.

Highlights included:

• A whimsical parade led by our Parade Marshall, King Kandy himself—Maverick Holt!

• Dozens of local vendors and food trucks serving treats and treasures

• Bounce houses and creative games sponsored by local organizations

• A community coming together in true small-town spirit

We extend our heartfelt thanks to all parade participants, vendors, sponsors, volunteers, and visitors who made this magical day possible. Your energy, effort, and enthusiasm helped create unforgettable memories for all ages.

Thank you, Perkins, for showing up and making Candy Land a dream come true!

The Perkins Community Chamber of Commerce is proud to share that this year’s Fundraiser Golf Tournament was one for the books — not only was it an incredible day of fun and fellowship, but we also reached an exciting milestone: 100% participation!

A Community United on the Green

From start to finish, the tournament was filled with enthusiasm, camaraderie, and plenty of great swings. The turnout and spirit exceeded our expectations, and we couldn’t be more grateful for the support shown by our community.

Why It Matters

Every dollar raised during the tournament directly supports the Chamber’s mission to host and co-host free, family-friendly events throughout the year. These include:

• The Old Settlers Day Parade (celebrating its 102nd year!)

• Old Fashioned Country Christmas

• Teacher Appreciation Day

• Monster Mash Halloween

• Scholarships for local students

• And many more enriching and entertaining community activities

Thanks to your support, we’re able to keep these traditions alive and growing for generations to come.

Let’s Keep the Momentum Going

We’re incredibly thankful to our members, sponsors, and participants who make this all possible. If you’re interested in sponsoring future events, participating in the next tournament, or learning more about the Chamber’s work, don’t hesitate to get in touch!

📧 Email us at [email protected]

Thank you again for helping us achieve 100% participation and for making this year’s Golf Tournament an unforgettable celebration of community.

The 2024 Perkins Awards Banquet was a huge success, bringing together our community for a memorable evening of celebration and appreciation. It was truly wonderful to share the night with Perkins residents, honoring the individuals who make our small town such a special place. From heartfelt speeches to well-deserved recognitions, the event was a testament to the dedication, hard work, and neighborly spirit that define our town.

The banquet was filled with laughter, camaraderie, and a shared sense of pride as we reflected on the contributions of those who go above and beyond for Perkins. Whether it was recognizing outstanding volunteers, dedicated public servants, or community leaders, each award highlighted the deep commitment of our residents to making Perkins a better place.

Beyond the awards, the evening was a time to connect, reminisce, and look forward to the future of our town. The energy in the room was inspiring, and the event served as a beautiful reminder of why Perkins is such a close-knit and remarkable community. Here’s to another year of growth, generosity, and the wonderful people who make Perkins shine!

Thank you, Candy and Kenneth Deckard of Daylight Donuts, for 18 years of service in our wonderful community!