Save the Date
October 8-17, 2021
During the 10-day celebration, Oildorado hosts a variety of events. In addition to the main events that Oildorado hosts, many local clubs, businesses, non-profit organizations, and individuals host their own events as well. Oildorado tries to make sure each event is represented on our calendar below. In order to be added to the calendar, an event organizer needs to register their event. Tickets for many of these events (if they require one) will also be on the registration page.
Civic Luncheon
The Civic Luncheon is the first Official Event of Oildorado and will kick-off the 10-day celebration. It will be held at the Oildorado Event Center on Friday, October 8th. Doors will open at 11:30a.m. and includes social hour, lunch, networking, speakers, and will conclude with live music by the Soda Crackers starting at 3pm. Individual tickets are $50 per person and table sponsorships are available for $2,000 per table, which include exclusive merchandise only available to sponsors at the luncheon, VIP seating, and other perks. No tickets will sold at the door. Purchase them through the store or website.
This year’s keynote speaker will be Rock Zierman, CEO of the California Independent Petroleum Association. With the ever-changing regulations and restrictions that affect the oil industry and our community, Rock Zierman will provide us with an update as to how our industry continues to move forward and adapt. Also present will be Congressman Kevin McCarthy, Senator Shannon Grove, Assemblyman Vince Fong, Supervisor Zack Scrivner, and Mayor Dave Noerr.
Friday, October 8, 2021
Oil Field Skills Competition
Join us at the Oil Field Skills Competition where there are individual competitions including welding, pipe threading and fitting, rod wrenching, backhoe skills, and crane operations. This event will be held at the Taft Petroleum Club, located at 450 Petroleum Club Road on Saturday, October 9, 2021.
Registration will take place from 12-2pm and the competitions start at 3pm.
Saturday, October 9, 2021
Whiskerino, Tessie Garratt, & Costume Contests
Whiskerino traditionally starts in January when faces are shaved and facial hair is grown all year culminating at the competition. Since our event was postponed, this year there are mostly open categories and pre-registration is not required. If you have been growing since 2020, we will have special categories. Whiskerino, Tessie Garratt Hair & Bun, and Costume Contest will take place Sunday, October 10, 2021 at the Oildorado Headquarters at 501 North Street.
Sunday, October 10, 2021
Maid of Petroleum Contest
The Maids of Petroleum contest is taking place on Tuesday, October 12, 2021 at Taft Union High School @ 7pm. Twelve young ladies from our community will compete for the crown to become the Queen of Oildorado 2021. Tickets will be available from any Maid and in the Oildorado Store. Get them early as they will sell out!
Thank you to our sponsors and the Maids for their dedication to keeping this tradition going!
Tuesday, October 12, 2021
Comedy Show
In an effort to add new events to the celebration, Oildorado explored some options and landed on a comedy show. The event will be open to adults, 21+, and will be held at the Headquarters Event Center, located at 501 North Street.
Acts include: Agostino Zoida w/ special guests Daniel Betts, Andrew Boydston & Warren Owens
Tickets are $15 and can be purchased at http://www.vallitix.com/oildorado. More information is on the Vallitix.
Wednesday, October 13, 2021
Country Concert
The challenges presented to this Oildorado are unique and likely to not be repeated. However, the Oildorado board is dedicated to bring music to the event in a fun, inexpensive way. Join us for a country concert inside the Event Center at 501 North Street.
Acts include: Johnny Owens w/ special guests the Appletons & Gregor Ross.
Tickets are $15 and can be purchased at http://www.vallitix.com/oildorado. More information is on the Vallitix.
Thursday, October 14, 2021
90’s Concert
The Oildorado board is dedicated to bring some live music to the event in a fun, inexpensive manner. Join us for a 90’s pop concert inside the Event Center at 501 North Street. 90’s Nation will be performing inside the Oildorado HQ.
Tickets are $15 and can be purchased at http://www.vallitix.com/oildorado. More information is on the Vallitix.
Friday, October 15, 2021
Former Queen Luncheon
A long standing tradition includes the Former Queen Luncheon where former queens and maids mix and mingle and reminiscent about prior celebrations. The date for this event is Friday, October 15, 2021 with the location and time to be determined.
Friday, October 15, 2021
Melodrama
Melodrama is traditionally a large-scale production featuring many local performers and held at Taft Union High School auditorium. “Tied to the Tracks” will be performed thanks to the hard work of committee chair Debbie Potaczala and Kelly Morris. 3 performances will take place during the 2021 event. Dates are Thursday, October 14, Saturday, October 16, and Sunday, October 17, 2021.
October 14, 16, & 17, 2021
Grand Parade
One of the longest traditions of Taft Oildorado is the Grand Parade, which will be held on Saturday, October 16, 2021. “Our Executive Board unanimously selected Virgie Beard of General Production Service to serve as the Grand Marshal of the 2021 Oildorado Parade,” Shannon Miller, Oildorado President said. There is no cost to participate and entries may be submitted online at taftoildorado.com/registration. Deadline to submit a parade entry is October 1, 2021.
Saturday, October 16, 2021
Former Mayor’s Luncheon & Building Dedication
The City of Taft and Oildorado host a special luncheon after the Grand Parade that honors and recognizes the Former Mayor’s of the City. In addition to this year’s luncheon, there will be a dedication of the City of Taft Transit Building and Oildorado Room.
The building and event space was completed after our 2015 event and serves as a beautiful addition next to the Oilworker Monument. The event space is aptly named for Oildorado and a logo clock adorns the top of the building.
Saturday, October 16, 2021
Vintage Aircraft & Warbird Exhibit
After the parade, stop by the Taft Airport “L17” and check out the Vintage Aircraft & Warbird Exhibit. The display will include Cabin & Cockpit Tours and will be set up from 12pm-6pm. Thank you to Accelerated Environmental & TRC for sponsoring this event.
Saturday, October 16, 2021
Oil Industry Display & Demonstration
Join Oil Industry leaders Huddleston Crane and Key Energy for a special Oil Equipment Display & Demonstration along the Rails to Trails on Sunday, October 17, 2021 between 10am-2pm. Additional businesses are being actively sought and added to the display. Check back for more details.
Sunday, October 17, 2021
Oildorado Headquarters.
Store. Lounge. Events.
The former Taft Chevrolet building will be the home for the 2021 Oildorado Store & Headquarters. The building, located at 501 North Street, is located close to downtown and within walking distance of Rails to Trails and downtown Taft. The Oildorado Headquarters will include the store, lounge, and event center. Grand opening of the store will take place on Friday, September 24, 2021 @ 10am.