Calf Fry 2025
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Join us for Calf Fry: the largest annual three-day outdoor Red Dirt and Country music festival at Stillwater's own Tumbleweed Dance Hall & Concert Venue! Mark your calendars to celebrate the 33rd Anniversary of this event on May 1-3, 2025!
The Calf Fry Festival will feature a full lineup of artists on various stages. Tap your toes to live music at the indoor stage, or head outside with the crowds for the main, headlining talent. You can expect thousands of screaming fans and plenty of party spirit! This event draws a large number of Oklahoma State University students, who celebrate Calf Fry as the last party with friends before the end of the semester. Visiting Stillwater - the original home of Red Dirt music - and attending this legendary concert is a must-do experience for any music fan!
Recognized by Country Weekly magazine as one of the top 10 historic country music sites to visit in the United States, the Tumbleweed has a long history in Stillwater that brings people from around the country to celebrate all genres of music. Hank Williams Jr., Merle Haggard, Willie Nelson, and Garth Brooks are just a few music legends who have played at “The Weed.”
Find the artist lineups for Thursday, Friday, and Saturday below and head to Stillwater for the iconic Calf Fry Music Festival May 1-3, 2025. Be sure to stick around on May 4th for the Gypsy Cafe Red Dirt music event too!
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Thursday Night
Friday Night
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Saturday Lineup
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Pre-Party and After-Party All 3 Days with Your Ticket!
May 1st Pre-Party - 2:00 p.m.
Boston James - Krislyn Arthurs & The Trainwrecks
May 1st After-Party - Avery Stinnett
May 2nd Pre-Party - 2:00 p.m.
Jake Taylor - Hoss Miller Band
May 2nd After-Party - Austin Williams
May 3rd Pre-Party - 2:00 p.m.
May 3rd After-Party - Kashus Culpepper
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Stick around Stillwater for even more music on May 4th!
70+ Songwriters | 4 Stages | 1 Magical Day in Stillwater
Experience the magic of Bob Childers’ Gypsy Café, Oklahoma's premier homegrown Red Dirt music and songwriter festival, returning to Stillwater on May 4th. Spanning five venues, this festival boasts over 70 talented songwriters. Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Oklahoma's musical heritage, with heartfelt tunes and captivating tales about Bob Childers, the revered godfather of Red Dirt music, the legendary Farm where the genre took root, and the iconic Gypsy Café, recently revived at the Farm after four decades of nurturing creativity.
Join us in supporting the Red Dirt Relief Fund, a nonprofit that is a lifeline for countless musicians who find themselves suddenly in situations of need. With over 800 music professionals statewide receiving aid, this organization continues to champion musicians and songwriters, ensuring their voices are heard as they strive to make the world a better place through their music. Don't miss this unforgettable celebration of music, community, and the enduring spirit of Oklahoma.
2025 Gypsy Cafe Venues
Performances for the 2025 Gypsy Cafe festival will be held at iconic Stillwater hangouts including Eskimo Joe's, Salty Bronc Saloon, George's Stables, and The Dirty Rooster
Gypsy Cafe Venue Lineups
Eskimo Joe's Lineup
Hosted by Mike Hosty
1:15 PM - Monica Taylor, Travis Fite, Randy Crouch
2:15 PM - JROD Wald, Caroline Grace, Rigby Summer
3:15 PM - Justin Bloss, RR Williams, Cody Brewer
4:15 PM - Mike Hosty, Kayla Ray, Jared Hard
5:45 PM - Kalyn Fay, Amber Watson, Cassie Latshaw
6:45 PM - John Fullbright, Carter Sampson, Jared Tyler
7:35 PM - Don Morris, Guitar Live Auction, Family Jam Finale
George's Stables Lineup
Hosted by Kim Reynolds
1:30 PM - Rick Reiley, Greg Jacobs, Chuck Dunlap
2:30 PM - Steve Hamby, Zac Wenzel, Jim Bachmann
3:30 PM - Kim Reynolds, Jacob Tovar, Joleen Brown
4:30 PM - Dan Martin, Dylan Stewart, Brad James
5:30 PM - John Cooper, Ben Han, Brad Piccolo
The Salty Bronc Lineup
Hosted by Bo Phillips
1:45 PM - Connor Harris, Dustin Perkins, Aaron Gibson
2:45 PM - Scott Evans, John Ferrell, Kyle Ross
3:45 PM - Ben Brock, Cale Lester, Gus Burns
4:45 PM - Chris Bo Jones, Jayson Starkey, Anya Jackson
5:15 PM - Bo Phillips, Brandon Jackson, Gib Stones
Dirty Rooster Lineup
Hosted by Buffalo Rogers
11:30 AM - Johnny Mullenax - Bluegrass Brunch (Brunch Ticket...
2:00 PM - Bryon White, Kierston White, Ben McKenzie
3:00 PM - Buffalo Rogers, Dylan Moss, Steve Liddell
4:00 PM - Emily Hollingshed, Krislyn Arthurs, John Tyler...
5:00 PM - Noah Bowman, Brandon Clark, Travis Kidd
6:00 PM - Colton Blake & Slaid Cross, Jake Marlin, Hoss...
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