Fort Gibson Lake Association

08/14/2026

We are excited to announce that we have partnered as the Fire Keeper Sponsor for the Wagoner Lion's Club Labor Day Burn Event that is held out at Sequoyah Bay State Park!

Thank you to the Wagoner Lion's Club for showcasing this area of Fort Gibson Lake!

We are so excited to bring the Labor Day Burn to Wagoner County this Labor Day Weekend!

We truly listened to the feedback from both our cook teams and our community, and we’ve made some exciting changes. We’re bringing back a BBQ People’s Choice Competition, moving all of the events to the top of the hill alongside the competition BBQ teams to create one central festival area, bringing back the Kids Q, and adding children’s activities and live music to make this a fun weekend for the whole family.

Instead of waiting another year, we’re working hard to bring this event to our community this Labor Day Weekend, and we can’t wait to share it with all of you.

A huge thank you to our amazing partners who have already jumped on board:
• Honda of Muskogee
• Meats N More Wagoner
• Going Bonkers Bouncing

We hope to welcome even more community partners in the coming weeks!

Now it’s your turn. We need our community to show up, participate, and help make the very first Labor Day Burn a weekend to remember. Bring your family, invite your friends, and come support an event built right here for Wagoner County.

Here’s what you’ll find at Labor Day Burn:
• RCOA Double Rib Competition
• BBQ People’s Choice
• Kids Q
• BYO Ribeye Steak Competition
• Car Show
• Kids Fishing Derby
• Kids Zone
• Live Music
• Vendors & Food Trucks

Now tell us…which event are you most excited about? Better yet, which one are you planning to participate in or come watch? Tag a friend or family member you’d bring with you!

We can’t wait to celebrate Labor Day Weekend with all of you!

06/16/2026

Hey! PSA!

Jake’s Fireworks has MOVED to the lot north of Charlie’s Chicken!

06/16/2026

Please post any lake area Fourth of July Events below! We will be happy to compile a list and share them all!

02/13/2026

Press Release — For Immediate Release
February 13, 2026

Fort Gibson Lake Association

The Fort Gibson Lake Association (FGLA) Board of Directors is energized about the future of Fort Gibson Lake and the communities that surround it, according to Board President Charlie Burns.

“We’re at a turning point,” Burns said. “Like many organizations, FGLA has faced challenges over the past few years, including declining membership and the reality that our Tourism Center, built in 2002, had simply reached the end of its effective life.” Similar to the Muskogee Welcome Center on Highway 69, which closed several years ago, the Fort Gibson Lake Tourism Center is no longer operating.

Burns explained that changes in how people travel and gather information played a major role in the decision. “Digital technology and social media have completely changed how visitors plan their trips. Paper brochures and traditional, face-to-face visitor centers just aren’t how most travelers operate anymore,” he said. As a result, the land has been sold to a developer and the building will be removed. “We were proud to donate the trees and flagpole to the City of Wagoner, and park benches, furniture, and other items were given to local nonprofit organizations so they could continue serving the community.”

Looking ahead, FGLA is embracing a new chapter; one focused on technology, stronger online presence, and rebuilding meaningful relationships with local community leaders, as well as federal, state, and local partners. “This is about re-imagining what FGLA can be,” Burns said. “And we don’t want to do that alone.”

The Board is actively seeking input from the community and welcomes ideas from anyone who cares about Fort Gibson Lake. “If you have thoughts, ideas, or a vision for how we can make the lake experience even better, we want to hear from you. Community input will help guide our next steps.”

“This is a fresh start,” Burns added. “With the community’s help, we’re excited to build something stronger, more relevant, and better positioned for the future.”