Stroud Chamber of Commerce will advance business and prosperity, promote integrity and principles in business, organize and sponsor local events, promote Stroud and its surrounding territory and provide valuable information to the community. Stroud’s main street is actually located on the original Route 66, where there are many reminders of times past when we enjoyed a slower pace of life. The hea
rt of Oklahoma’s burgeoning wine industry is Lincoln County, with Stroud being proclaimed as “Oklahoma’s Winery and Grape Capital” by Governor Brad Henry. There are more than 30 vineyards within 30 miles of Stroud. Stableridge Winery is located on Route 66 in an Old Catholic church on the western edge of town. The Grape Junction, located at the junction of Route 66 and Oklahoma Hwy 99, and Territory Cellars Winery and Vineyard, located on Oklahoma Hwy 99 North of Route 66, opened in 2007. Opportunities for recreation abound in the area. Stroud Lake is just a few minutes from town. For contact information and camping rates please visit www.cityofstroud.com
Amenities
The Lake boasts 621 surface acres and offers: boating, fishing, water skiing, overnight camping, swimming at t the sand beach, picnic tables, barbecue grills, pavilions, rest rooms, and RV pads with utilities, Twenty-six campsites with electricity and water and 50 campsites without electricity are available on a first come, first serve basis. Stroud also has a Municipal Golf Course offering 9 holes of fun. About the Course: The 9-hole, 6,292 yard, par 70 course features manicured greens and a series of men's and ladies' tee boxes. For a list of amenities and green fees, and contact information please visit www.cityofstroud.com
For a complete list of parks and other recreation available please visit www.cityofstroud.com
On Route 66 in the heart of Stroud is the historic Rock Cafe, built in 1939 which has thousands of visitors annually from all over the world, you never know who you are going to meet there. Maybe even Guy Fieri from the Food Network’s Diners Drive-ins and Dives. Stroud host several festivals and events during the year including:
“Stroud’s Historic Route 66 Wine & Food Festival”, taking place annually on the second Saturday in June; Sponsored by the Stroud Chamber of Commerce and GRDA. Stroud has the distinction and honor of being Oklahoma's Winery and Grape Capital and also has the wonderful advantage of having Historic Route 66 running right through the heart of downtown. The Historic Route 66 Wine & Food Festival will feature wineries from across Oklahoma. Taste different wines and try some of the gourmet foods available at the festival, including a variety of cheeses. Browse vendor booths at the festival for a wide selection of Made In Oklahoma products, original jewelry and artwork. Visit the car show and admire the cars on display while enjoying live music. For contact information please visit, www.stroudchamber.com or http://www.travelok.com/listings/view.profile/id.18569 .
“Fireworks display” at dusk on the Fourth of July at Foster Park, Sponsored by the City of Stroud, the Stroud Chamber of Commerce and GRDA.
“The Sac & Fox Pow-Wow” taking place on the second week-end in July, starts on Thursday evening at 8:00 pm with Grand Entry and continues until Sunday evening. Come and experience this annual American Indian event featuring native dancing, singing, dance competitions, arts and crafts, a rodeo, food vendors, outdoor camping and much more. Enjoy the Sac & Fox Nation Celebration Open Rodeo at this annual powwow and witness traditional rodeo events such as bull riding, bareback riding, saddle bronc riding, team roping, calf roping, steer wrestling and more. Facility Amenities: ADA Compliant, General Information: Free admission, Highway Corridors (within 5 mi.): I-44, Route 66, Projected Attendance: 10,000, For contact information & hours please visit http://www.travelok.com/listings/view.profile/id.18110 Sponsored by the Sac & Fox Nation www.sacandfoxnation-nsn.gov
“Stroud’s Mid Summer Madness 5K Run” Takes place on the second Saturday in July at - Stroud, OK Great run that takes you through the city park, down hwy 66 then proceeds back to the Rt. 66 Coliseum. $100 prize for 1st place male and female divisions, Bicycle given away in drawing for 12 and under division. Race walker trophies given away. Medals in each age division. Race begins @ 7:30 a.m. Registration starts @ 6:30 a.m. Stroud Rt. 66 Coliseum. For registration form and contact information please visit, www.stroudchamber.com . Sponsored by the Stroud Chamber of Commerce.
“The Mother Road Chili Cook-Off” Takes Place on the last Saturday of October, Enter your best recipe or be a taste-tester at the Mother Road Chili Cook-Off in downtown Stroud. Participants will cook the chili off-site, and bring it to the event to be evaluated by a panel of judges and tasted by the public. Judging will be divided into three divisions: chili with beans, chili without beans and non-traditional chili, which is any chili that is not the traditional red variety. Registration and chili camp setup will be from 10am-12pm, with public tasting and judging from 12-3pm. Trophies and cash prizes for all three categories as well as overall champion, people's choice and best-decorated chili camp will be awarded. Tasting kits for voting for people's choice are available. During the Mother Road Chili Cook-Off, visitors can also enjoy live music throughout the day and admire the vehicles in the motorcycle or car show. For contact information and location please visit www.stroudchamber.com or http://www.travelok.com/listings/view.profile/id.18625 . Sponsored by the Stroud Chamber of Commerce.
“Annual Christmas Parade” Takes place at 2 pm on the first Saturday in December. Please come and visit with Santa and enjoy the dozens of floats and bands. Sponsored by the Stroud Chamber of Commerce.
“City Wide Yard Sale”s take place annually on the second Saturday in May and on the second Saturday in September. Please visit www.stroudchamber.com for dates and contact information. Sponsored by the Stroud Chamber of Commerce
Please visit www.stroudchamber.com or www.cityofstroud.com to find out more about Stroud and to get contact information.
