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Calf Fry Sign
The 34th Annual Calf Fry returns to Stillwater, Oklahoma, April 30-May 2, 2026, at the Tumbleweed Dance Hall & Concert Arena for three nights of live music and one of the biggest weekends of the year. This all-ages festival brings together fans from across the region for an unforgettable Red Dirt music experience!
Calf Fry 2026 will feature headlining performances by Josh Meloy, Flatland Cavalry, and Charles Wesley Godwin.
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.”

2617 W. 6th Avenue
Stillwater, OK 74074
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