Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma

Choctaw Nation Events

Many events are going on each month in the many Choctaw Community Centers and clubs. Check back often to see what's going on in and around the Nation. You may also check the most recent copy of Bishinik for past and future event information.

If your group has an event, please let us know by sending an e-mail!

Events will be listed prior to the starting date of the event, and are automatically removed the day after the event ends. If you have a recurring event (example: "second Tuesday of each month") we will put your listing up for the year. Please be sure and let us know if you are no longer meeting, or the date changes.

• 2010 Labor Day Festival

  September 2 - September 6, 2010**
  
  

  Choctaw Labor Day Festival from Choctaw Cinema on Vimeo.

  Labor Day Brochure
  

  Directions to Tushka Homma
  Included is a list of * RV parks and lodgings close to Tushka Homma. Please note that the Choctaw Nation does not endorse any of the business listed and individual assumes all risks.

  2010 Entertainer Lineup

  Friday, September 3, 2010
  5:30 p.m. - Jimmy Wayne
  7:00 p.m. - Stoney Larue
  9:00 p.m. - Travis Tritt
  
  Saturday, September 4, 2010
  7:00 p.m. - Neal McCoy
  9:00 p.m. - Vince Gill
  
  Sunday, September 5, 2010
  6:30 p.m. - Crabb Family
  8:30 p.m. - Casting Crowns
  

  Labor Day Events information

  Novelty Store Hours

  Monday - 9:00 a.m. - Noon
  Thursday - Sunday, 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
  
  

  5K Run

  Neal Hawkins, Coordinator
  For more information on the walk please call 800.522.6170.
  There is no cost for Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma tribal members to participate in the 5K Run.
  5K Run Brochure
  
  

  RV Campsite Information

  Margaret Jackson, Coordinator, Ext. 2385
  

  • Please be courteous and respectful to your neighbors. Do not walk through other campsites.
  • Due to limited space, only ONE vehicle will be permitted per campsite.
  • Additional vehicle stickers may be purchased at the RV booth for $10.00.
  • All roadways must remain clear for emergency vehicles. Failure to do so will result in vehicle towed away at owner’s expense.

  Tough, Tough Choctaw Contest

  September 4, 2010 No entry fee

  • Prizes will be awarded for first and second places
  • Anyone less than 18 years old must have parent sign waiver
  • Free t-shirts to participants
  • Sign-in begins at 5 p.m.
  • Contest starts at 6 p.m.
  • Not for the faint of Heart
    For more information contact Jeremy Loper at (800) 522-6170 Ext. 2407
    or email jloper@choctawnation.com

  Checker and Domino Tournaments

  The Domino and Checkers tournament will begin on Sunday, September 5 at 11:30 a.m. in the cafeteria.
  
  There will be a youth tournament for both events for competitors age 13 years and under.
  
  Domino Tournament will begin at 1:00 p.m. and Checkers tournament will follow immediately after dominoes is finished.
  
  For more information please contact Brenda Gabbart at 800.522.6170 Ext. 2204.
  

  Horseshoe Tournament

  All tournaments take place on Saturday, September 4
  

  • No entry fee for tribal members
  • Registration starts at 8:00 a.m.
  • Brackets will be drawn at 8:50 a.m.
  • Tournaments will start at 9:30 a.m.

  Number of teams

  • Men’s Singles - 64
  • Men’s Doubles - 64
  • Women’s Singles - 32
  • Womens’s Doubles - 32
  • Youth Singles - 64

  No cutoff for Ringer competition

  List of Activities
  

  • Men’s Singles
  • Men’s Doubles
  • Men’s Ringer Champion
  • Women’s Singles
  • Women’s Doubles
  • Women’s Ringer Champion
  • Youth Singles
  • Youth Doubles
  • Youth Ringer Champ

  Volleyball Tournament

  Saturday, September 4
  Rebecca Clapp, Coordinator
  No Entry Fee for teams that have tribal members on roster
  Payment by Cashier’s Check or Money Order Only
  Deadline for Entry - 4:30pm CST on August 20, 2010
  For more information, please call 800 522-6170 Ext.2212 or 2213
  

  Fast Pitch softball

  September 3-5
  Men and Women Tournaments
  $150 entry fee – money orders only, made out to Choctaw Nation Fast Pitch
  No entry fee for teams that contain Choctaw Nation tribal members on roster.
  Deadline for entry: August 13, 2010
  Call 800-522-6170 Ext. 2224 for application
  

  Lodging

  For information on lodging for Tushka Homma and the surrounding area, please visit the Talimena Scenic Drive website.
  All concerts are free of charge, seats are on a first-come basis. It is recommended that you bring your lawn chairs.
  The festival will have plenty of vendors selling eats and treats, more than 100 arts and crafts booths, various sports competitions, free concerts, cultural exhibits, children’s activities, Choctaw storytelling and many other events. The carnival rides are free of charge during the Choctaw festival, because we want everyone to be able to enjoy them.

  Photo ID

  If you have had your Photo ID taken at the Labor Day Festival and have received a letter from the Tribal Membership office asking for birth and/or death certificates, please send them in as soon as possible. They still have several from 2005 and 2006 that are still needing the certificates. The Membership office cannot send you the Photo ID card until all the documentation in your file is complete.

  If you are planning on having your photo ID taken this year, please bring your state birth certificate with you, we will make a copy for you. If you are going to apply for a CDIB for someone who has never had one, bring the original state birth certificate with you, we will make copies.

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