Choctaw Indian Fair now underway
The 71st annual Choctaw Indian Fair officially begins today (Wednesday) at the Amphitheater with the Opening Ceremonies hosted by Chief Cyrus Ben at 6 p.m. followed by the Choctaw Indian Princess pageant at 7 p.m.
Thirteen beautiful young Chahta Ohoyos (Choctaw women) will compete for the honor of becoming the 66th Choctaw Indian Princess, kicking off the nearly week-long fair that will feature midway rides, food, musical entertainment and more.
Professional shows at the Amphitheater are as follows:
• Thursday, July 15 — Jimmie Allen at 8:30 p.m.
• Friday, July 16 — Zach Williams at 8:30 p.m.
• Saturday, July 17 — Brett Young at 8:30 p.m.
There will be other events such as the Rez Run on Saturday starting at 7 a.m.
Other features of the fair include exhibitions highlighting Choctaw history, culture and Tribal dances, and the Stickball tournament that is underway with teams in five brackets competing — Men, Women, Men over 35, and two youth divisions Tulli Okchi Ishko (ages 14-17) and Pushmataha (ages 10-13).
The Stickball tournament concludes with the championship at 10:15 p.m. Saturday.
Go to choctawindianfair.com for ticket information and the complete schedule.