Lawton Arts and Humanities

06/11/2026

📚 Coming June 16–21: Lawton Chautauqua 2026

The McMahon Foundation is proud to support this year's Lawton Chautauqua, a week-long celebration of history, education, and lifelong learning.

Through workshops, seminars, and living-history performances, attendees will have the opportunity to explore the lives and legacies of:

• William Clark
• Sojourner Truth
• Washington Irving
• Eleanor Roosevelt
• Lucille Ball

Whether you are a history enthusiast or simply curious to learn something new, there is something for everyone.

06/09/2026

Can you Dance? This year, in celebration of Lawton's 125th Birthday, we are holding auditions to be part of a theatrical tribute performance honoring Louise McMahon as the celebration returns to McMahon Memorial Auditorium. We are primarily interested in youth dancers ages 18 and below, but all ages are welcome to audition.

The 125th Birthday Celebration will take place on Saturday, August 8th, 2026. For more details about the 125th Birthday Celebration keep an eye on Lawton Oklahoma, City Government socials and download the GoLawton App to stay up-to-date!

For more information about the auditions: 580-581-3470

06/08/2026

Happening this week in the ARTS! 🤩🎨

06/04/2026

Happening this Saturday!

06/04/2026

06/02/2026

🎻✨ Experience a season filled with rhythm, romance, and unforgettable music!
Season tickets for the Lawton Philharmonic Orchestra's 2026-2027 season, Pops, Tango & Passion, are on sale now. Join us for an exciting lineup of performances that will inspire, entertain, and move you throughout the year.
Secure your seats today and enjoy the best of live orchestral music with friends and family.
🎟️ Season tickets available now at: www.lawtonphil.com

05/27/2026

LAST CALL FOR VENDORS! 🇺🇸

Don't miss your chance on being apart of Southwest Oklahoma's biggest Fourth of July event! Join thousands of attendees for an unforgettable evening of fireworks, food trucks, live entertainment, family activities, and more! 🌭

The Lawton Fort Sill Freedom Festival takes place on Saturday, June 27 at Fort Sill Polo Field! Vendor applications CLOSE THIS FRIDAY, May 29! For more info on how to get involved email: [email protected]

🇺🇸 LAST CALL, VENDORS! 🇺🇸
Don’t miss your chance to be part of one of the biggest events of the summer at Freedom Fest 2026 on June 27 at Fort Sill Polo Field! 🎆🎶🍔

Vendor applications CLOSE THIS FRIDAY, May 29. Spots are limited and filling fast!

Interested in becoming a vendor?
📧 Email: [email protected]

Join thousands of attendees for an unforgettable evening of fireworks, food trucks, live entertainment, family activities, and more! 🎇

05/27/2026

Join Lawton Pro Musica for their June performance!

Celebrate the greatness of America on Saturday, June 6, 2026 at 7:00 PM at the First Presbyterian Church 13th & A, Lawton

Free entry everyone is welcome!