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Annual Rose Rock Music Festival Returns

The Rose Rock Music Festival is looking to bring back some normalcy with its 39th anniversary festivities.

From April 30 to May 2, the Rose Rock Capital of the World will once again welcome the community to join in on their annual springtime celebration with all the fan-favorite staples like live music, car shows, a parade, carnival rides, wrestling, food vendors and more.

Due to last year’s cancelation, organizers are aiming to put on an event that will become a highlight of the year.

John Stokes, president of the Noble Chamber of Commerce, said they are working to bring everything back as usual but with necessary safety precautions.

“Pretty much everything will be back to normal,” he shared. “We’re taking all the necessary precautions to ensure the safety of the public.”

Rides and stations will be sanitized and activities and vendors will be spaced out to encourage social distancing, Stokes explained.

Those who have a great ear for music will be happy to hear that the Rose Rock Music Festival will once again be promoting local, upcoming talent as one of their headliners during the three-day festival.

“Like always, there will be a fair share of Rock and Country,” Stokes promised. “Most notably, a local band by the name of Etowah Road, they’re a talented group with a bright future ahead of them.”

Etowah Road will be joined by a full lineup of local and regional talent.

The annual festival kicks off on Friday evening and the parade will be held on Saturday morning. Festival-goers can also enjoy a crafters market, flashy cars, wrestling and a bustling food court serving up Oklahoma dishes like onion burgers, Indian tacos, barbeque and cinnamon rolls.

The carnival will be open through Sunday afternoon with a variety of rides for all ages.

For more information about the festival and a schedule of performers and activities, check out their Instagram and Facebook pages for the latest news and updates. –BSM