The Official Tulsa Visitors Guide - Fall 2023

FLY NONSTOP DESTINATIONS

LEARN MORE

A WARM WELCOME

G.T. Bynum OFFICE OF THE MAYOR

Welcome!

On behalf of the City of Tulsa, I’m honored to welcome you to our friendly and one-of-a-kind city. Whether you are flipping through the digital pages of this guide, or reading through a physical copy, we’re excited to uncover the incredible experiences our city has to offer.

Thanks to Visit Tulsa of Tulsa Regional Tourism, a division of Tulsa Regional Chamber, this Fall 2023 guide is a curated roadmap that provides a snapshot of the great experiences you will find in Tulsa. From the cheers echoing through one of the nation’s best Oktoberfest celebrations to the fastpaced action at USA BMX Grand Nationals, this guide is your gateway to the pulse of our city.

As you uncover the sights, sounds and flavors of Tulsa – I hope you will find there is something here for everyone. From diverse dining options to our world-class music scene, Tulsa has you covered with outings that will help you make memories of a lifetime.

For more to do in Tulsa, grab your phone and use the QR codes throughout this guide to uncover various hidden gems throughout our city.

While you make memories here, I hope they are filled with unforgettable moments and experiences that have you planning your next trip back to Tulsa before you leave.

Best regards,

G. T. Bynum Mayor City of Tulsa

EVERYONE'S TULSA

This community simply couldn’t be as amazing as it is without each unique culture and identity that make up the whole. Proudly, Tulsa has something for everyone, because it is comprised of everyone. With great sincerity, we invite you to explore the diversity of culture seeping from every facet of the city.

As you navigate this guide, you will find helpful icons throughout ensuring that some of what makes Tulsa so great doesn’t go unnoticed.

Gathering Place. Courtesy of Shane Beval.

Gathering Place. Courtesy of Shane Beval.

Friday

WALKING TOUR OF DOWNTOWN TULSA: Whether you’re interested in our architecture, our history or our not-so-secret underground tunnel network–there’s a tour for you. Find yours at visittulsa.com/tours and book ahead of time.

Courtesy of Sherwin Miller Museum of Jewish Art.

CHOOSE YOUR OWN ADVENTURE

GET ARTSY: From the First Friday Art Crawl to evening hours Fridays at Philbrook Museum, the vibrant Tulsa arts scene has something for everyone.

OR

GET YOUR KICKS:

Tulsa boasts 28 miles of the historic Mother Road loaded with shops and restaurants old and new. Start your trip with a visit to the Visit Tulsa Visitors Center at Mother Road Market. Then, pose with quirky landmarks, peruse unique storefronts and grab a snack or cocktail to fuel up along the way.

Learn more on PAGE 24 or visittulsa.com/route-66

Discover more Tulsa arts on PAGE 36 or visittulsa.com/arts.

TREAT YOURSELF:

WEEKEND ITINERARY

Courtesy of Philbrook Museum.

Courtesy of Mother Road Market.

East Village Bohemian Pizza. Courtesy of Valerie Wei-Haas.

Saturday

CHOOSE YOUR OWN ADVENTURE

HIT UP THE LEGENDARY TULSA BRUNCH SCENE: Find details at visittulsa.com/breakfast.

EXPLORE TULSA’S COFFEE SHOPS: See PAGE 14 or visittulsa.com/coffee.

HEAD OUTSIDE: Tulsa’s got trails for days–paved trails, hiking trails, biking trails, etc. Check out PAGE 26 to find your outdoor escape.

VISIT THE GREENWOOD DISTRICT: Visit the Greenwood Rising Black Wall Street History Center and check out Black-owned businesses like Silhouette Sneakers & Art and Wanda J’s Next Generation Restaurant.

Explore more of Greenwood on PAGE 30 or visittulsa.com/greenwood

DISCOVER THE TULSA SOUND:

You can find live music in T-Town every night of the week, but Saturdays are always packed with Tulsa tunes. Find your venue on PAGE 40 or visittulsa.com/live-music.

Sunday BRUNCH IT UP: Head to visittulsa.com/breakfast for some of our top picks.

CHOOSE YOUR OWN ADVENTURE

SNAG A SOUVENIR: Grab a T-Town t-shirt or a post card designed by a local artist (have you ever mailed someone a post card?). Scope out shops on PAGE 42 or visittulsa.com/ shopping

KNOWLEDGE IS POWER: Learn something new about Tulsa, outer space, the ocean–whatever interests you. Find ideas on PAGE 29 or visittulsa.com/continued-learning

Courtesy of Turkey Mountain Urban Wilderness.

Greenwood Ave. Courtesy of Tyler Layne Photography.

Live music at the Guthrie Green.

Courtesy of Tulsa Air & Space Museum.

Products from 19&21.

Courtesy of Cirque Coffee Roasters.

ANNUAL EVENTS + FESTIVALS

Recurring Events:

FIRST FRIDAY ART CRAWL

First Friday of every month

thetulsaartsdistrict.org/ first-friday-art-crawl/

TULSA FARMERS’ MARKET

Every Saturday 7-11AM. tulsafarmersmarket.org

GLOBAL GATHERINGS

Every Friday in May, June and July from 10 AM to noon

In ONEOK Boathouse gatheringplace.org

SEPTEMBER 1–3

ROCKLAHOMA rocklahoma.com

SEPTEMBER 2

918 FOOD FESTIVAL 918foodfestival.com

SEPTEMBER 21

ADULT BOOK FAIR magiccitybooks.com

SEPTEMBER 23

918 WEEK SCAVENGER HUNT cityoftulsa.org/918-day

MONARCHS ON THE MOUNTAIN visittulsa.com/monarchs-on-themountain

CABIN BOYS OKTOBERFEST visittulsa.com/oktoberfest

OCTOBER 9

FESTIVAL AMERICAS festivalamericas.org

OCTOBER 10

TULSA NATIVE AMERICAN DAY CELEBRATION facebook.com/ tulsanativeamericanday

OCTOBER

SEPTEMBER 8–9

GATHERING PLACE 5TH ANNIVERSARY gatheringplace.org

SEPTEMBER 9

SUNNY DAYZ MURAL FESTIVAL sunnydayzmuralfest.com

SEPTEMBER 15–17

SCOTFEST okscotfest.com

SEPTEMBER 16

A TASTE OF NIGERIA FESTIVAL - TULSA visittulsa.com/big-10-ballroom

HISPANIC HERITAGE FESTIVAL gatheringplace.org

SEPTEMBER 28–OCT. 8

TULSA STATE FAIR tulsastatefair.com

SEPTEMBER 29

FOWLER AUTOMOTIVE PRESENTS: CAT VIDEO FESTIVAL philbrook.org

SEPTEMBER 29–OCT. 1

BROKEN ARROW ROSE FESTIVAL keepbabeautiful.org

13–14

NANYEHI nanyehi.com

OCTOBER 19–22

TULSA OKTOBERFEST tulsaoktoberfest.org

OCTOBER

20–28

ARABIAN AND HALFARABIAN CHAMPIONSHIP HORSE SHOW arabianhorses.org

Courtesy of the Tulsa State Fair.

Courtesy of Festival Americas.

Courtesy of Cabin Boys Brewery.

Courtesy of PQ Multimedia.

OCTOBER 28

TULSA RUN visittulsa.com/tulsa-run

NOVEMBER 3

DIA DE LOS MUERTOS FESTIVAL livingarts.org

NOVEMBER 19

ROUTE 66 MARATHON route66marathon.com

NOVEMBER 23

LIGHTS ON AT UTICA SQUARE uticasquare.com

WINTER

NOVEMBER 23–27

USA BMX GRAND NATIONALS usabmx.com

DATES TO BE ANNOUNCED ANNUAL FAVORITES LIKE: PHILBROOK FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS

TULSA BOTANIC GARDEN OF LIGHTS GATHERING PLACE WINTER WONDERLAND

DECEMBER 26–31 38TH LUCAS OIL TULSA SHOOTOUT

FEBRUARY (DATE TBD) DARK MODE BEER FEST

SPRING 2024

MARCH 17 ST. PATRICK’S DAY

ARNIE’S 66TH ANNUAL ST. PATRICK’S DAY BLOCK PARTY FESTIVITIES FROM:

JAMES E. MCNELLIE’S PUB

KILKENNY’S IRISH PUB + MORE!

MAY 5 CINCO DE MAYO CELEBRATIONS ELOTE STREET FESTIVAL

BLUE DOME

DISTRICT CINCO DE MAYO FESTIVAL

MAY 5–7 TULSA INTERNATIONAL MAYFEST

SUMMER 2024

JUNE 9–11 TULSA TOUGH

JUNE 19 JUNETEENTH (TULSA JUNETEENTH FESTIVAL DATES TBD)

JUNE TULSA PRIDE (EXACT SCHEDULE TBD)

JULY 4 ANNUAL EVENTS INCLUDING: FOLDS OF HONOR FREEDOMFEST

JENKS BOOMFEST

Courtesy of the Tulsa Botanic Garden.

Elote Cinco de Mayo street party. Courtesy of Root Tulsa.

Courtesy of Tulsa Junetenth.

Courtesy of USA BMX.

ATTRACTIONS

Oklahoma Aquarium 8-C 300 Aquarium Dr , Jenks, OK 74037 918.296.3474 okaquarium.org

Tulsa Air and Space Museum & Planetarium 3-D 3624 N 74th E Ave, Tulsa, OK 74115 918.834.9900 tulsamuseum.org

Tulsa Zoo 3-D 6421 E 36th St N, Tulsa, OK 74115 918.669.6600 tulsazoo.org

The Church Studio 5-C 304 S Trenton Ave, Tulsa, OK 74120 918.894.2965 thechurchstudio.com

Tulsa Botanic Garden 3-A 3900 Tulsa Botanic Dr, Tulsa, OK 74127 918.289.0330 tulsabotanic.org

MAJOR PARKS

Chandler Park 5-A 6500 W 21st St, Tulsa, OK 74107 918.591.6053 parks.tulsacounty.org

Gathering Place 5-C 2650 S John Williams Way E, Tulsa, OK 74114 918.779.1000 gatheringplace.org

LaFortune Park 6/7-D 5202 S Hudson Ave, Tulsa, OK 74135 918.496.6220 cityoftulsa.org

Mohawk Park 3-C/D/E 5701 E 36th St N, Tulsa, OK 74115 918.596.7777 cityoftulsa.org

Redbud Valley Nature Preserve 3-F 16150 Redbud Dr, Catoosa, OK 74015 918.596.9054 oxleynaturecenter.org

Turkey Mountain Urban Wilderness Area 7-B 6800 S Elwood Ave, Tulsa, OK 741321 918.596.2001 riverparks.org

River West Festival Park 5-B 2100 S Jackson Ave, Tulsa, OK 74107 918.596.2001 riverparks.org

VENUES

Expo Square 5-D 4145 E 21st St, Tulsa, OK 74114 918.744.1113 exposquare.com

Historic Big 10 Ballroom 4-C 1624 E Alpache, Tulsa, OK 74106 918.430.1700 big10ballroom.com

Mabee Center 7-C 7777 S Lewis Ave, Tulsa, OK 74136 918.495.6000 mabeecenter.com

Tulsa Fairgrounds 5-D 4145 E 21st St, Tulsa, OK 74114 918.744.1113 exposquare.com

TRANSPORTATION & FACILITIES

Tulsa Riverside Airport 7-B 8605 S Elwood Ave, Tulsa, OK 74132 918.299.5886

tulsaairports.com/general-aviation/rvs/

Tulsa International Airport 3-D 7777 Airport Dr, Tulsa, OK 74115 918.838.5000 tulsaairports.com

Tulsa Transit Memorial Midtown Station 6-E 7952 E 33rd St, Tulsa, OK 74145 918.957.8099 tulsatransit.org

COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES

Langston University: Tulsa 4-C 914 N Greenwood Ave , Tulsa, OK 74106 918.877.8100 langston.edu

Oral Roberts University 7-C 7777 S Lewis Ave, Tulsa, OK 74136 918.495.6161 oru.edu

MAP SPONSORS

Oklahoma State University-Tulsa 4-C 700 N Greenwood Ave, Tulsa, OK 74106 918.594.8000 tulsa.okstate.edu

OU Tulsa Schusterman Center 2-E 4502 E 41st St, Tulsa, OK 74135 918.660.3000 ou.edu/tulsa

Tulsa Community College South Campus 7-E 10300 E 81st St, Tulsa, OK 74133 918.595.7000 tulsacc.edu

University Of Tulsa 5-C 800 S Tucker Dr , Tulsa, OK 74104 918.631.2000 utulsa.edu

HOSPITALS

Ascension St. John Broken Arrow 7-F 1000 W Boise Cir, Broken Arrow, OK 74012 918.994.8000 healthcare.ascension.org

Ascension St. John Medical Center 5-C 1923 S Utica Ave, Tulsa, OK 74104 918.744.3131 healthcare.ascension.org

Hillcrest Hospital South 8-E 8801 S 101st E Ave, Tulsa, OK 74133 918.294.4000 hillcrestsouth.com

Hillcrest Medical Center 5-C 1120 S Utica Ave, Tulsa, OK 74104 918.579.1000 hillcrestmedicalcenter.com

Saint Francis Health System 7-D 6161 S Yale Ave, Tulsa, OK 74136 918.494.2200 saintfrancis.com

Saint Francis Health System South 8-E 10501 E 91st St S, Tulsa, OK 74133 918.307.6000 saintfrancis.com

TULSA DOWNTOWN MAP

TULSA THEATER

OSU - TULSA

JOHN HOPE FRANKLIN RECONCILIATION PARK

CAIN’S BALLROOM ONEOK FIELD WOODY GUTHRIE CENTER

GREENWOOD CULTURAL CENTER

USA BMX HQ/ HALL OF FAME MUSEUM

CITY HALL

JAZZ HALL OF FAME

TULSA PERFORMING ARTS CENTER

TULSA TRANSIT DENVER AVENUE STATION

BOB DYLAN CENTER CENTRAL

GREENWOOD RISING BLACK WALL ST. HISTORY CENTER

GRAYHOUND BUS STATION

VETERANS PARK

TULSA COMMUNITY COLLEGE METRO CAMPUS

ATTRACTIONS

Bob Dylan Center 3-C 116 E Reconcillation Way, Tulsa, OK 74103 918.393.3483 bobdylancenter.com

Tulsa Transit Denver Avenue Station 5-C 319 S. Denver,Tulsa, OK 74103 918.957.8099

tulsatransit.org

Greenwood Cultural Center 2-E 322 N Greenwood Ave, Tulsa, OK 74120 918.596.1020 greenwoodculturalcenter.com

USA BMX HQ and Hall of Fame Museum 2-F 490 N Lansing Ave E, Tulsa, OK 74120 480.961.1903 usabmx.com

COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES

VENUES

Greenwood Rising Black Wall Street History Center 3-E 23 N Greenwood Ave, Tulsa, OK 74120 539.867.3173 greenwoodrising.org

BOK Center 5-C 200 S Denver Ave, Tulsa, OK 74103 918.894.4200 bokcenter.com

Tulsa Transit Denver Avenue Station 5-C 319 S. Denver, Tulsa, OK 74103 918.957.8099

tulsatransit.org

COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES

Oklahoma State University - Tulsa 2-E 700 N Greenwood Ave,Tulsa, OK 74106 918.594.8000

tulsa.okstate.edu

Oklahoma Jazz Hall of Fame 4-D 111 E 1st Street, Tulsa, OK 74103 918.928.6430 jazzdepotlive.com

Cain’s Ballroom 2/3-C 423 N Main St, Tulsa, OK 74103 918.584.2306 cainsballroom.com

Oklahoma State University - Tulsa 2-E 700 N Greenwood Ave, Tulsa, OK 74106 918.594.8000

tulsa.okstate.edu

Tulsa Community College Metro Campus 6-E 909 S Boston Ave,Tulsa, OK 74119 918.595.7000

tulsacc.edu

USA BMX Hall of Fame Museum 1-F 490 N Lansing Ave, Tulsa, OK 74120 480.961.1903 usabmx.com

HOSPITALS

Cox Business Convention Center 6-B 100 Civic Center, Tulsa, OK 74103 918.894.4350 coxcentertulsa.com

Tulsa Community College

Metro Campus 6-E 909 S Boston Ave, Tulsa, OK 74119 918.595.7000

tulsacc.edu

HOSPITALS

Oklahoma State University Medical Center 7-B

Tulsa Performing Arts Center 4-D 110 E 2nd St, Tulsa, OK 74103 918.596.7122 tulsapac.com

Oklahoma State University

744 W 9th St,Tulsa, OK 74127 918.599.1000

osumc.com

Woody Guthrie Center 3-D 102 E Reconcilliation Way, Tulsa, OK 74103 918.574.2710 woodyguthriecenter.org

MAJOR PARKS

Guthrie Green 3-D 111 E Reconcilliation Way, Tulsa, OK 74103 918.574.2710 guthriegreen.com

Veterans Park 5-G 1028 E 6th St, Tulsa, OK 74120 918. 596.1444 cityoftulsa.org

John Hope Franklin Center for Reconcilliation 2-D 535 N Greenwood Ave, Tulsa, OK 74106 918.295.5009 jhfcenter.org

SPORTS FACILITIES

ONEOK Field 3-E 201 N Elgin Ave, Tulsa, OK 74120 918.744.5998 milb.com/tulsa/ballpark/oneok-field

The Tulsa Theater 3-C 105 Reconciliation Way, Tulsa, OK 74103 918.582.7239 tulsatheater.com

CITY & COUNTY FACILITIES

Tulsa City Hall 4-D 175 E 2nd St, Tulsa, OK 74103 918.596.2100 cityoftulsa.org

Medical Center 7-B 744 W 9th St, Tulsa, OK 74127 918.599.1000

osumc.com

tulsalibrary.org

Tulsa City County Library 6-C 400 Civic Center, Tulsa, OK 74103 918.549-7323 usabmx.comtulsalibrary.org

TRANSPORTATION FACILITIES

Greyhound: Bus Station 4/5-E 317 S Detroit Ave, Tulsa, OK 74120 918.584.4428 greyhound.com

MAP SPONSORS

COFFEE SHOPS

COFFEE SHOPS MADE FOR COFFEE SNOBS.

Serious about your coffee and tea? Check out our unique musts while in town.

CRICKET AND FIG cricketandfig.com

For elegant European café vibes, visit Cricket and Fig in London Square. Enjoy a cup of fresh-roasted coffee or espresso, as well as handmade chocolates and decadent desserts.

ORIGIN COFFEE CO. origincoffee.co

Stop by their downtown or 15th Street shops for custom coffee blends and handheld breakfast goodies.

FRESA ALL ABOUT CHA visittulsa.com/fresa

SHE BREWS COFFEE HOUSE shebrewscoffeehouse.org

She Brews serves coffee with a cause, employing formerly incarcerated women and offering other programs with locations in Kendall-Whittier and Claremore.

DOUBLESHOT COFFEE CO. doubleshotcoffee.com

A pillar of the SoBo District, DoubleShot serves as a second office to many coffeeloving, remote working Tulsans.

COFFEE HOUSE ON CHERRY STREET chocstulsa.com

Pronounced “CHOCS.” Serves locally roasted coffee, home made

breakfast, lunch, and a beloved assortment of handmade desserts (with many gluten free options.)

An Asian fusion restaurant in the downtown Deco District featuring an extensive menu of gourmet teas, coffees and Korean specialty drinks, along with hearty lunch options.

Caption.

Courtesy of Origin Coffee Co.

Courtesy of Coffee House on Cherry Street.

Courtesy of She Brews Coffee House.

DoubleShot Coffee Co. Courtesy of Valerie Wei-Haas.

OH-SO-CLASSY CUISINE

Quality service, unforgettable flavors.

LOWOOD MODERN WOODFIRE lowoodtulsa.com

A portal to paradise in the East Village, Lowood puts a unique spin on farm-to-table. Choose the patio for an urban garden experience.

BIGA

bigaitalianrestaurant.com

Family-owned Italian restaurant using imported ingredients with a modern touch. Dine as part of a big, Italian family – an experience you won’t forget.

BULL IN THE ALLEY bullinthealley.com

High-end chophouse tucked away in an alley in the Tulsa Arts District. Guaranteed to wow your date.

THE HEMINGWAY

thehemingwaytulsa1515.com

A dining experience from another era. Enjoy an upscale steak dinner in an elegant, speakeasy environment.

BOSTON TITLE & ABSTRACT bostontitleandabstract.com

Book an appointment today for subterranean, decadent dining..

FRENCH HEN frenchhentulsa.com

Savor the fusion of French and American cuisine in a stunning setting. Come hungry for incredible hors d’oeuvres, entrees and desserts prepared in their scratch kitchen.

DOC’S WINE & FOOD docswineandfood.com

Fresh seafood with Creole flair, seasonal offerings and wine pairings in a welcoming brickaccented environment.

POLO GRILL pologrill.com

Located in scenic Utica Square, take date night to the next level with a delectable meal and top-shelf wine.

2023 WINE SPECTATOR RESTAURANT

AWARDS “BEST OF AWARD

OF EXCELLENCE” winespectator.com

2023 WINE SPECTATOR RESTAURANT AWARDS“BEST OF AWARD OF EXCELLENCE” winespectator.com

Courtesy of Polo Grill.

Courtesy of Lowood Modern Woodfire.

Courtesy of Bull in the Alley.

Courtesy of The Hemingway.

Courtesy of Boston Title & Abstract.

Courtesy of the French Hen.

DINING SPOTLIGHT

NEW YORK- TO DETROIT-STYLE

Think outside the (deep) dish.

HIDEAWAY PIZZA hideawaypizza.com

A statewide favorite with roots in Tulsa, Hideaway provides unique combinations with fresh ingredients and character.

LA ROMA PIZZA

laromapizzatulsa.com

A laid back dining experience with delicious, fresh-made pizzas as well as traditional Middle Eastern specialties.

COPANEAZI’S PIZZERIA

copaneazis.com

Find an atmosphere of inclusivity featuring omnivore, vegan, vegetarian, gluten-friendly, and other allergen-friendly options, as well as a full bar with plenty of alcoholic and nonalcoholic libations.

ANDOLINI’S PIZZERIA andopizza.com

With shops from downtown to Broken Arrow, Andolini’s makes NY-style pies from scratch daily with imported toppings and housemade mozzarella.

EAST VILLAGE BOHEMIAN PIZZA eastvillagebohemian.com

Makes all pies with with imported or local ingredients including Italian San Marzano tomatoes, fresh buffalo mozzarella and Burn Co. sausage.

EMPIRE SLICE HOUSE empireslicepizza.com

Share a creative pizza or sample pizza by the slice, Neapolitan style, while taking in all the fun decor. Find them in the Tulsa Arts District and on Route 66.

East Village Bohemian Pizza. Courtesy of Valerie Wei-Haas.

Courtesy of Empire Slice House.

Andolini’s Pizzeria. Courtesy of Valerie Wei-Haas.

SAVASTANO’S PIZZERIA

savastanospizzeria.com

Settle your craving for authentic Chicago-style pizza. Don’t miss sports on the big screens, along with shuffle board and pool downstairs.

PRAIRIE FIRE PIE prairiefirepie.com

A Cherry Street spot serving ‘West Coast Inspired’ pizza: slow fermented pizza dough, topped with a blend of both traditional and unexpected toppings, all fired together in a wood fired pizza oven.

SLICE OF LIFE

PIZZA 313

pizza313tulsa.com

A passion project by longtime friends Bryan and Doug inspired by a combined love of pizza and a vision to bring a taste of Detroit to Tulsa.

DANTE’S WOODFIRE

visittulsa.com/dantes-woodfire

Don’t let their food truck status fool you, Dante’s means business. Offers a regular menu plus frequent locallysourced specials.

PIE HOLE PIZZERIA

pieholepizzeria.com

This grab-and-go Midtown classic earned a spot on the Food Network for legendary NY-style slices packed with flavor. Tulsa Take: Try their Tiki Pizza.

Courtesy of Pizza 313.

Courtesy of Dante’s Woodfire.

FAMILY DINING

FOOD FOR THE FAM.

Find something for even the pickiest eater at these parent-approved spots.

OLLIE’S STATION visittulsa.com/ollies-station

In the historic Red Fork District off Route 66, Ollie’s Station provides comfortable, down-home favorites in a nostalgic atmosphere with railroadinspired decor.

SHUFFLES: BOARD GAME CAFE shufflestulsa.com

All-ages board game-centric restaurant, bar and coffee shop in the downtown Arts District serving a wide selection of American cuisine.

918 MAPLES CAFE & CATERING

918maplescatering.com

This Studio Row staple has an array of options ranging from Mexican classics to Fettuccine Alfredo. Don’t let the variety throw you, it’s all amazing.

SOCIETY BURGER societyburger.com

With convenient locations on Cherry Street and South Tulsa, Society Burger is a solid lunch, dinner, or weekend brunch option for a hungry family.

NEW IN 2023

FIXINS SOUL KITCHEN fixinssoulkitchen.com/

Head to Fixins in the Historic Greenwood District for southern comfort in a hip environment, with plenty of vegan options.

BRAMBLE BREAKFAST & BAR bramblebreakfastandbar.com

An energetic experience in the Pearl District, Broken Arrow and Jenks that takes pride in fresh ingredients, house baked breads and topnotch service. First come, first serve seating.

GAMBILL’S PASTARIA & GROCERY tulsapasta.com

Offers all sorts of different pasta dishes with scratch-made sauces, plus desserts including their tiramisu which features their own brewed rum. Children can choose from a variety of Kids Menu options and enjoy vintage arcade games.

Caption.

Courtesy of Fixin’s Soul Kitchen.

Courtesy of Shuffles: Board Game Cafe.

Courtesy of Bramble Breakfast & Bar.

Courtesy of Ollie’s Station.

Courtsey of Society Burger.

BIG BABY ROLLS & DONUTS

bigbabyrolls.com

Get your fix on Route 66! Enjoy fresh, sweet and savory rolls plus amazing donuts including always-available vegan and gluten-free options.

UNIQUE DINING NEEDS.

There simply is no shortage of options for anyone eating in Tulsa.

ALLERGY + VEGAN DINING

KEO

keorestaurant.com

Brings Brookside and South

Tulsa a variety of traditionallyprepared, made-to-order dishes inspired by Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia and Malaysia.

BIN 35 BISTRO

bin35bistro.com

Try what some consider the “best gluten free fried chicken in the world” in this Brookside New American/ French fusion spot.

RENDANG & CO. rendangandco.com

Authentic Indonesian fare prepared from the kitchen of Indri Bahar, a 2022 James Beard nominee. Try favorites like Nasi Goreng, Beef Rendang and more.

vaulttulsa.com

Serving farm fresh grub in the Iconic Mid Century Modern Building originally known as 1st National Auto Bank on the northwest corner of 7th and Cincinnati.

ROSE ROCK MICROCREAMERY roserockmicrocreamery.com

Grab a scoop of all-natural, small batch, extra creamy ice cream in your favorite flavor. Vegan scoops are available.

THE VAULT

Courtesy of Rose Rock Microcreamery.

Keo. Courtesy of Val Wei-Haas.

Courtesy of Big Baby Rolls & Donuts.

Courtesy of Rendang & Co.

The Vault. Couttesy of Val Wei-Haas.

BREWERIES + PUBS

TULSA’S ON-TAP.

From lagers to hearty porters, Tulsa’s craft brewery profile is rich and inclusive, with beers for everyone from the casual drinker to your one friend who’s really into IPAs.

DOWNTOWN

DEAD ARMADILLO CRAFT BREWING dabrewery.com

Named one of the “Best Breweries in the South” by RAVE, their brews and straightforward taproom paired with a spacious “boneyard” patio featuring downtown views keep locals coming back.

WELLTOWN BREWING welltownbrewing.com

Spacious, multi-story facility boasting a rooftop deck with amazing views of downtown, plus areas that can be rented for special events. Tulsa Take: try their Berry Bliss.

EERIE ABBEY ALES eerieabbeyales.com

Unique, monastic craft brewery in the heart of the Deco District dishing out Belgian style beers.

Taking full advantage of their historic space, their taproom oozes Belgian vibes to match their brews.

NEFF BREWING neffbrewing.com

Tulsa’s gluten-free brewpub. Father-son duo Jon and Jonathon Neff went to work (with the help of Jonathon’s chem + engineering background) making gluten-free beer on par with gluten-full beer upon Jonathon’s celiac diagnosis. Brewing with new types of artisan malts of millet, buckwheat, rice and quinoa, NEFF’s creations are “Brewed For Everyone.”

NAMED ONE OF THE “BEST BREWERIES IN THE SOUTH” BY RAVE ravereviews.org

Courtesy of Pearl Beach Brew Pub.

Eerie Abbey Ales. Courtesy of Root Tulsa.

Courtesy of Dead Armadillo Craft Brewing.

Courtesy of Welltown Brewing.

KENDALL WHITTIER DISTRICT

PEARL DISTRICT

PEARL BEACH BREW PUB

pearlbeachbrewpub.com

Indoor and covered outdoor seating, sand volleyball and an incredible downtown view. In addition to their brews, boasts a full bar complete with frozen drinks.

NOTHING’S LEFT BREWING CO. nothingsleftbrew.co

Experiments with a wide variety of ingredients to craft interesting, drinkable beers.

BREWERIES + PUBS

HEIRLOOM RUSTIC ALES

heirloomrusticales.com

Slinging brews like “Mamas don’t let your cowboys grow up to be racists” in a dog-friendly, rustic, industrial space. Creates community, collabs with charities, etc.

AMERICAN SOLERA

americansolera.com

Neon signage will lead the way to equally vibrant beer at the chic, vintage revival taproom of American Solera: a brewery that produces a wide range of fruit beers that blur the line between brewing and winemaking.

CABIN BOYS BREWERY

cabinboysbrewery.com

Offers hand-crafted ales brewed with spices, fruits and a touch of pizzazz to put a twist on traditional beer styles. Also has locations downtown and in Claremore.

AROUND TOWN

THE CAPE BREWING COMPANY

thecapebrewing company.com

RENAISSANCE BREWING CO. renaissancebeer.com

The only facility specifically built for brewing in the city, Renaissance is a little different than other breweries you may have visited–their taproom opens onto the brewing floor featuring four core brews and eight rotators.

MARSHALL’S BREWING COMPANY

marshallbrewing.com

Bringing the art, quality and enjoyment of craft brewing to Oklahoma. Features a small tasting room with a wide variety of beer. The perfect place for an afternoon with friends.

Fun interior plus spacious backyard. Jenks location perfect for relaxing after family time at the aquarium hosting bingo, trivia and live music.

BROKEN ARROW BREWING COMPANY

brokenarrowbrewingco.com

Native American owned and operated microbrewery. Builtin 1906, the space offers everything from traditional to experimental styles.

THE NOOK BREWING COMPANY

nookbrewco.com

A father-son activity that turned into a full brewing operation. Quality beer, quality time.

HOP THE GRIFFIN BREW PUB & WINE BAR

hopthegriffin.com

Microbrewery offering craft beer, wine and snacks in a space perfect for gathering with friends.

HIGH GRAVITY BREWING COMPANY & PIPPIN’S TAPROOM

highgravitybrewingco.com

Dedicated to essential styles, flawlessly executed–with the occasional watermelon gose or toasted marshmallow s’more stout.

Courtesy of Nothing’s Left Brewing Co.

Heirloom Rustic Ales. Courtesy of Root Tulsa.

Courtesy of Renaissance Breiwng Co.

Courtesy of the Cape Brewing Company.

NIGHT LIFE

AFTER HOURS

One glimpse at night life in Tulsa–and you’ll be after ours.

CLUB MAJESTIC visittulsa.com/club-majestic

Catering to the LGBTQIA+ community, Club Majestic provides upscale entertainment–including frequent, amazing drag shows–for all.

CELLAR DWELLER instagram.com/ cellardwellertulsa

This one-of-a-kind dive bar has a dark, mysterious atmosphere with no-frills drinks and regular live music.

FASSLER HALL

fasslerhall.com

Find Oktoberfest vibes year-round at this German gem in the heart of downtown known for beer, food and live entertainment.

WHISKEY 918

visittulsa.com/whiskey-918

Brush off your boots and break out the hat for this 21+ country dance hall, saloon and event center located in the Blue Dome District.

SHADY KEYS shadykeys.com

A dueling piano joint in a historic Blue Dome District building dishing out singalong classics. Bring cash to request your favorite tunes!

VALKYRIE valkyrietulsa.com

Nationally recognized bar offering classic and new cocktails made from fresh ingredients. Tulsa Tip: Ask the bar for a custom cocktail from their list of descriptors.

ST. VITUS stvitustulsa.com

Tulsa’s premier electronic music dance club, tucked in an alley serving high quality craft cocktails. Go for stained-glass window vibes.

DUST BOWL LANES & LOUNGE dustbowllounge.com/ locations/tulsa

Hit the lanes or snag a drink in this bowling alley turned latenight club.

“2023 THE MANUAL BEST BARS IN AMERICA”

Courtesy of Whiskey 918.

Soundpony Lounge. Courtesy of Ryan Cass.

Courtesy of Cellar Dweller.

Courtesy of St. Vitus.

THE STARLITE BAR

thestarlitebar.com

A lively local bar tucked away off Route 66 offering frequent live events from comedy night to trivia.

SATURN ROOM

saturnroom.com

Head on an islandhopping rum flight through the Caribbean and try beachy cocktails in their wide assortment of tiki glassware.

THE PENTHOUSE ROOFTOP BAR

themayohotel.com

Perched on top of the historic Mayo Hotel, The Penthouse Bar used to be the

presidential suite where legends like Elvis have stayed. Now as a beautiful rooftop bar, it stands as the only location

with an unobstructed 360-degree view of downtown.

473 BAR & BACKYARD bar473.com

Take patio season to the next level with this plant and patio bar serving eclectic cocktails, local brews, local art and live music.

JUICEMAKER LOUNGE facebook.com/ JUICEMAKERMUSIC

An exclusive club open 24 hours most days

NIGHT LIFE

offering live music and fun DJ appearances almost every night of the week.

INNER CIRCLE VODKA BAR

icvodkabar.com

Perfect place to visit on a warm, summer night. Enjoy a full bar with creatively infused cocktails, live music, indoor and outdoor games, events and more!

Courtesy of Juicemaker Lounge.

Courtesy of Saturn Room.

ROUTE 66

THE CAPITAL OF ROUTE 66

Tulsa County’s 28-mile stretch of Route 66 keeps things fresh with new neons, shops and restaurants opening left and right.

DECOPOLIS DISCOVITORIUM & TULSARAMA decopolis.net

An Art Deco themed “town square” and mini-Museum, plus the DECOPOLIS Discovitorium filled with fantastical science décor and gifts.

BUCK ATOM’S COSMIC CURIOS buckatomson66.com

A gift shop celebrating the magic of the Mother Road. Find Route 66 inspired apparel, home accessories, arts and more.

ROUTE 66 HISTORICAL VILLAGE route66village.com

Located in Southwest Tulsa, this open-air museum offers a unique experience educating visitors about Tulsa’s history in the oil, refining and transportation industries. Their Visitor’s Center is a replica of a 1920’s Phillips 66 gas station, which pairs nicely with their towering 154-foottall oil derrick–the tallest oil derrick in North America.

CYRUS AVERY CENTENNIAL PLAZA & CYRUS AVERY PLAZA SOUTHWEST visittulsa.com/cyrus-averycentennial-plaza

Route 66 bronze statues, plaza, park, Skywalk and pedestrian bridge located on Southwest

Boulevard and Riverside Drive honoring Cyrus Avery, the “father of Route 66.” Stop by to enjoy a taste of Tulsa art deco and take some great photos.

MOTHER ROAD MARKET & SHOPS AT MRM motherroadmarket.com

A vibrant food hall where you can enjoy local favorites, new concepts and rotating residents of the Kitchen 66 food incubator program. Enjoy a full-service bar and an expansive patio with outdoor seating, a Route 66-themed mini golf course and more!

Cyrus Avery Plaza. Courtesy of Tyler Layne Photography.

Courtesy of Tyler Layne Photography.

Mother Road Market. Courtesy of Christopher Creese.

Courtesy of Decopolis.

JOSEY RECORDS joseyrecords.com

With major music city vibes, Josey Records in the Meadow Gold District offers vinyl records along with turntables, CDs, tapes, apparel, and other music accessories.

MEADOW GOLD DISTRICT meadowgolddistrict.com

Main Street-style shopping on the Mother Road. The locally owned spots and public art on this stretch of Route 66 offer some of Tulsa’s most eclectic shopping, dining and views.

THE BLUE WHALE visittulsa.com/blue-whale

One of the wackier Route 66 roadside attractions, the Blue Whale of Catoosa is a classic photo op with frequent festivals. This is a must-see for superfans of the Mother Road.

THE SKY GALLERY theskygallery.com

Proudly showcasing Oklahoma goods, the Sky Gallery boasts local art and crafts including blown glass, wood carving, baskets, jewelry, sculptures, fiber art, mosaics, ceramics, paintings, stained glass, and more.

ROUTE 66 RISING visittulsa.com/ route-66-rising

Dedicated in 2019, Route 66 Rising is an impressive sculpture measuring over 30 feet high and 70 feet long. Find this Instagramable stop at the Avery Traffic Circle.

SOUTHWEST TRADING COMPANY

facebook.com/ southwestnativegoods

A Native-owned family business, Southwest Trading Company offers Native American made and handmade items. With apparel, jewelry, candles and more, this is the perfect spot for you to find a gift for anyone.

Courtesy of Tyler Layne Photography.

Courtesy of Southwest Trading Company.

Route 66 Rising. Courtesy of Tyler Layne Photography.

Courtesy of Tyler Layne Photography.

OUTDOORS + EXPLORE

EXPLORE GREEN COUNTRY

With the largest privately funded park on the planet – and equally impressive natural outdoor locations all over – Tulsa is one of those cities where you could spend all week outside. Good luck not falling in love.

TULSA BOTANIC GARDEN

tulsabotanic.org

An all-season oasis blooming in the Osage Hills just eight miles northwest of Tulsa. The Lakeside Promenade gracefully encompasses a seven-acre lake, and the Cross Timbers Trail provides a 1.5 mile hike through the native prairie and forest.

TULSA ZOO

tulsazoo.org

A fun and affordable destination where families can connect. Located in Mohawk Park, the Tulsa Zoo’s beautiful 85 acres are home to more than 400 species–many rare and endangered in the wild. Visit immersive exhibits like the Mary K. Chapman Rhino Reserve; learn more about your favorite animals during daily keeper chats; or enjoy the scenery during a trip on the train.

GUTHRIE GREEN

guthriegreen.com

The beating heart of Tulsa’s Arts District, Guthrie Green is an urban green space and performance venue that

Courtesy of the Gathering Place.

HallowZOOeen at the Tulsa Zoo. Courtesy of Root Tulsa.

Courtesy of the Tulsa Botanic Garden.

Courtesy of the Guthrie Green.

celebrates its 10th anniversary this year frequently hosts food trucks and free events such as movie nights, yoga, concerts and fitness bootcamps.

CREEK NATION

COUNCIL OAK PARK

visittulsa.com/council-oak-park

After surviving forcedremoval from their ancestral homelands, the Creek Nation’s Locvpoka (Locapoga) Tribal Town established their new home at the historic Council Oak tree, which still stands within the park grounds in downtown Tulsa.

TURKEY MOUNTAIN

URBAN WILDERNESS AREA

visittulsa.com/turkey-mountain

A recreational treasure, Turkey Mountain encompasses several hundred acres of rugged land less than a 15-minute drive from downtown. Turkey Mountain offers an escape from city life via a thick canopy of trees–and miles of hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding and running trails. A map of the marked trails is located near the trailhead, along with signage describing the varying degrees of difficulty for some of the trails. Downloadable maps are available at riverparks.org

RIVER PARKS TRAILS

riverparks.org

The 26 miles of all purpose trails run from downtown Tulsa south along the Arkansas River on the east and west banks with parking, restrooms, play equipment and furnished rest stops along the way.

KEYSTONE ANCIENT FOREST

visittulsa.com/keystone-ancient-forest Oklahoma’s first and only forest included in the national Old-Growth Forest Network. Hiking hours are 7AM to 2PM on Thursdays and 7AM to 6PM Friday - Sunday.

GATHERING PLACE

gatheringplace.org/spring-guide Riverfront park offering world-class experiences for all ages with no entry fee. Climb on larger-than-life cranes in the Chapman Adventure Playground or take in the downtown Tulsa skyline while soaring on Swing Hill. Yearround programming includes children’s activities, live music, art shows, sports events and so much more.

THIS MACHINE

thismachinetulsa.com

This Machine bike share provides a high quality, convenient and affordable bicycle transit system.

With the This Machine app, locals and visitors alike can rent from a system of 200+ electric pedal-assist bicycles from 45+ conveniently located kiosks along bikeable areas around midtown and downtown.

These bikes are perfect for getting from downtown Tulsa to Gathering Place, and are also now available in the Broken Arrow Rose District!

OUTDOORS + EXPLORE

Courtesy of Turkey Mountain.

Courtesy of Gathering Place.

Runners on River Trails East. Courtesy of the Tulsa Run.

Courtesy of This Machine.

looking for spots to visit in Tulsa? spots

EXPAND YOUR UNDERSTANDING

Tulsa offers some of the finest (and funnest) educational opportunities to make any trip more eye-opening. Whether solo or in a group, young or not-so-young, there is something to learn around town for everyone.

CONTINUED LEARNING

CIRCLE CINEMA

circlecinema.org

Tulsa’s oldest-standing movie theatre, Circle Cinema originally opened in 1928 and now operates as the only nonprofit cinema in the area. They celebrate creativity, the arts and filmmakers from around the corner to around the world.

TOURS OF TULSA

toursoftulsa.com

Walk over and under the streets of downtown Tulsa through buildings built in Tulsa’s oil boom days. Tours of Tulsa can customize an itinerary specifically for you and your group with a guided tour to fit your schedule.

DENNIS R. NEILL EQUALITY CENTER

okeq.org

Established in 1995, the Equality Center serves the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender and allied community and is one of the largest centers of its kind in the region. The center is

owned and operated by Oklahomans for Equality and includes an event center, a full-service lending library, a wellness center and more.

SHERWIN MILLER MUSEUM OF JEWISH ART

jewishmuseumtulsa.org

Contains the Southwest’s finest collection of Judaica, with priceless items nearly 4,000 years old. An extraordinary Holocaust Collection emphasizes the experiences of survivors who came to live in Oklahoma, as well as Oklahomans who participated in the liberation of the Nazi concentration camps.

TULSA TOURS

tulsa.tours

Explore the skyscrapers of downtown Tulsa, built by the oilers who left their lasting imprint on the skyline. Discover hidden tunnels, or hear the story of the Greenwood District and Black Wall Street with Tulsa Tours!

Courtesy of Root Tulsa.

Courtesy of Sherwin Miller Museum of Jewish Art.

Philtower Tunnel. Courtesy of Root Tulsa.

Circle Cinema. Courtesy of Alexxus Browning.

HISTORIC GREENWOOD DISTRICT

GREENWOOD CULTURAL CENTER

greenwoodculturalcenter.org

A monument to the Greenwood citizens who created a renowned and respected community despite formidable odds. Experience life in historic Greenwood through photos and stories from Tulsa Race Massacre survivors, a restored home that originally belonged to survivors and much more.

JOHN HOPE FRANKLIN RECONCILIATION PARK jhfcenter.org/reconciliation-park

Features Hope Plaza–a 16-foot granite structure with three bronze sculptures–depicting actual images from the Tulsa Race Massacre. The 25-foot Tower of Reconciliation at the center of the park tells the powerful stories of Oklahoma’s earliest Black residents and the history of Black Wall Street.

Courtesy of Tyler Layne Photography

GREENWOOD RISING

greenwoodrising.org

A state-of-the-art history center located at the heart of the historic Greenwood District honoring the legacy of Black Wall Street before and after the Tulsa Race Massacre of 1921, Greenwood Rising allows visitors to explore and connect with Greenwood District history through an immersive journey using projection mapping, holographic effects, and environmental media.

PATHWAY TO HOPE

greenwoodrising.org/pathway-to-hope

THE REAL BLACK WALL STREET TOUR realblackwallstreettour.com EDUCATION + LEARNING MORE! Scan or click. VISITTULSA.COM/ GREENWOOD

Greenwood Guided Tours:

2 3 1

JOHN HOPE FRANKLIN CENTER FOR RECONCILIATION jhfcenter.org/guided-tours 30

Greenwood Rising. Courtesy of Chris Creese.

FOR KIDS + KIDS AT HEART

OKLAHOMA AQUARIUM

okaquarium.org

Underwater experiences await you throughout galleries featuring aquatic life from our oceans, rivers, lakes and streams. See the largest bull shark collection in the world through a unique walk-through tunnel and dome. Crawl through the Kelp Forest and Discovery Caves and Extreme Amazon to come face-to-face with exotic stingrays, iguanas and fish from these habitats.

URBAN AIR TRAMPOLINE & ADVENTURE PARK urbanair.com

This is the ultimate indoor adventure park where kids of all ages can explore thrilling attractions, challenge their body and mind, and most importantly…have a blast!

TULSA AIR AND SPACE MUSEUM & PLANETARIUM tulsamuseum.org

Launch back in time and experience Tulsa’s aerospace history. Enjoy the unique opportunity to look at vintage planes while also taking delight in the many interactive exhibits. Fly on a jet simulation, maneuver robotic arms like an astronaut in space and more!

+LEARNING

DISCOVERY LAB discoverylab.org

In a state-of-the-art building next door to the Gathering Place, the Discovery Lab provides unique programming for children in middleschool and younger geared toward developing their creativity, critical-thinking, problemsolving and collaboration skills. With a labyrinth of tunnels, a slide made from packing tape, science demos, The WorkShop, Science Lab, and so much more, Discovery Lab is a place where kids and their families can make, learn, explore, and design things using real stuff in new and different ways. Inspired by best practices in informal learning.

ADMIRAL TWIN DRIVE-IN admiraltwindrivein.com

Head down memory lane at the Admiral Twin Drive-In theater. Originally opened as a single screen in 1951, the theater added a second screen a year later–thus earning the name Admiral Twin. The theater is full of history, located right off historic Route 66 and having been featured in Francis Ford Coppola’s classic film ‘The Outsiders.’

Courtesy of Tulsa Air and Space Museum.

Courtesy of Admiral Twin Drive-In.

Courtesy of Discovery Lab.

Courtesy of Oklahoma Aquarium.

FOR KIDS + KIDS AT HEART

THE OUTSIDERS HOUSE MUSEUM

theoutsidershouse.com

Immerse yourself in Tulsa history with a visit to the set of the cult-classic movie ‘The Outsiders.’ Offering behind-the-scenes stories, memorabilia and more, the Outsiders House Museum just northeast of downtown Tulsa is a time-traveling experience that’s worth a trip even if you’ve never seen the movie.

POSTOAK CANOPY TOURS

postoaklodge.com/zipline-tours

POSTOAK Zip Line Canopy Tours takes thrill seekers soaring above the treetops along a network of more than 3,865 feet of cable line — that is longer than 10 football fields! Zip from platform to platform and enjoy a bird’s-eye view of Oklahoma’s magnificent Osage Hills and downtown Tulsa. Daredevil or not, this will be an amazing, fun and rewarding ride!

TULSA SPOTLIGHT THEATER | SPOTLIGHT CHILDREN’S THEATER

tulsaspotlighttheater.com

Has hosted “The Drunkard & Olio” almost every Saturday night since Nov. 14, 1953, inside a Bruce Goff-designed space. Has been home to Tulsa’s finest children’s theatre, Spotlight Children’s Theatre, since 1997.

PURPLE GLAZE

purpleglazestudio.com

This DIY studio offers thousands of different ceramic and wood items to either paint or mosaic how you please. They offer a variety of household items, such as plates and bowls as well as decorative and collectible items you can paint to have around your home. With two studio locations to choose from, you have an opportunity to create one-of-a-kind pieces whenever you would like!

Courtesy of POSTOAK Canopy Tours.

Courtesy of Phil Clarkin.

Courtesy of Purple Glaze.

PRESS YOUR LUCK

With three of the best casinos and resorts imaginable, not a single choice is a gamble.

RIVER SPIRIT CASINO RESORT

riverspirittulsa.com

A luxurious hotel rising 27 stories high with retail, a convention center, a showroom for live entertainment and sporting events plus VIP suites. The Margaritaville Casino is packed with 850 electronic games and 27 live table and poker games. Try two-story Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville restaurant or Ruth Chris’s Steakhouse, and don’t miss the resort pool cabana experience.

OSAGE CASINO HOTEL

osagecasino.com

Offers a world-class casino experience, from the rush of the high-stakes tables to electronic gaming options. Experienced chefs bring extraordinary care and attention to their dining options. Book a stay in their brand-new hotel, and try to catch a show at the Skyline Event Center while you’re there!

hardrockcasinotulsa.com

Try more than 2,400 of the newest and most popular electronic games and enjoy Northeast Oklahoma’s largest non-smoking gaming floor. Their resort features a 19-story luxury hotel with more than 350 rooms and suites with an additional 100 suites in a stunning 10-story smoke-free hotel tower.

HARD ROCK HOTEL & CASINO TULSA

Courtesy of River Spirit Casino Resort.

Courtesy of River Spirit Casino Resort.

Courtesy of Osage Casino Hotel.

Courtesy of Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa.

SPORTS SEASON

TULSA IS A SPORTS CITY.

From cycling to hockey, Tulsa is a year-round sports mecca.

UNIVERSITY OF TULSA

TULSA OILERS FOOTBALL

TULSA DRILLERS

SPRING SUMMER

BMX usabmx.com

Did you know Tulsa is home to the USA BMX Headquarters and Hall of Fame? This beautiful new facility located in Tulsa’s historic Greenwood District boasts an incredible display of BMX history and gear, plus an athlete training space. The Headquarters and Hall of Fame is next door to the state-of-the-art Hardesty National BMX Stadium.

LIVESTOCK/EQUINE

exposquare.com

Each year national and international horse exhibitions and shows fill the calendar at the state-of-the-art Expo Square. You’ll see just about every breed–from Arabians to Quarter Horses. Experience rodeos, barrel racing, calf roping events and more. Plus, check out summertime quarter horse racing at nearby Fair Meadows.

TICKETED SPORTS THIS SEASON

TULSA DRILLERS milb.com/tulsa

This Tulsa pastime plays in the stunning ONEOK Field in the Historic Greenwood District.

ORAL ROBERTS UNIVERSITY oruathletics.com

The Golden Eagles bring NCAA Division I athletics to south Tulsa.

TULSA OILERS HOCKEY tulsaoilers.com

You may think Tulsa’s too hot for hockey and if that’s the case, maybe the Oilers are too hot for you.

OKLAHOMA STATE okstatehockey.com

Go, Cowboys! Catch them in the rink at the Oilers Ice Center.

FC TULSA fctulsa.com

This USL Championshipplaying soccer team brings BIG energy and fireworks.

UNIVERSITY OF TULSA

tulsahurricane.com

Reign ‘Cane! Route 66 NCAA Division I football and more.

FALL WINTER

RACING

tulsaracewaypark.com

The Capital of Route 66, Tulsa is a city with a rich motorsports culture. Throughout the year, you can catch races at Osage Casino Tulsa Raceway Park, Hallett Motor Racing Circuit and more. Additionally, classics like the Chili Bowl Nationals take place annually at Tulsa’s Expo Square.

GOLF

visittulsa.com/golf

The only city to host the PGA Championship five times, Tulsa is home to golf galore. From laid-back minigames at GolfSuites in Jenks, to championship-level terrain at Southern Hills Country Club, Tulsa has a golf experience for you. You can even head out to Cedar Ridge Country Club in Broken Arrow, which recently hosted LIV Golf, or see the view of the Tulsa skyline from the historic Tulsa Country Club course.

ARTS + CULTURE

HISTORY IN THE MAKING

This painting by artist Skip Hill is on the side of Wanda J’s Next Generation Restaurant to honor residents of the Greenwood District, known as “Black Wall Street.” Learn more about Greenwood on PAGE 30

PUTTING THE “ART” IN ART DECO

Tulsa’s skyline alone is a thing of beauty with breath-taking art deco at every turn. Each building, alley and brick has something unique and meaningful to say.

MURALS

Find this mural in the alley next to Living Arts of Tulsa, host to Tulsa's annual Día de los Muertos festival.

WORLD’S LARGEST AUGMENTED REALITY MURAL majesticmural.com

Spanning approximately 15,000 sq. ft. on the east and north sides of the Main Park Plaza parking garage, 410 S. Main St. Scan this QR Code while you visit, or find it at the website above.

DÍA DE LOS MUERTOS MURAL

Courtesy of Valerie Wei-Haas.

Courtesy of Tyler Layne Photography.

Courtesy of Living Arts of Tulsa.

Courtesy of Tyler Layne Photography.

MUSEUMS

PHILBROOK MUSEUM  OF ART philbrook.org

Nestled on 25-acres of pristine gardens, offering world-class art in a villa that transports visitors to the Italian countryside. Philbrook houses a sprawling collection of American, Renaissance and Baroque art, including one of the most comprehensive surveys of 20th Century Indigenous art in the U.S. Once the home of Waite and Genevieve Phillips, this landmark frequently hosts events from art talks to nature walks–and a stunning annual light display.

featuring stories from Tulsa’s past. Their wide ranging collection includes over 200,000 photographs, books, maps, historical costumes, architectural elements, and fine and decorative arts. In addition, the museum’s Vintage Garden invites visitors to stroll among the flowers, trees and historical Tulsa artifacts.

VINTAGE SEWING CENTER AND MUSEUM

visittulsa.com/vintage-sewingmuseum

A historical hands-on museum with over 700 vintage sewing machines on display, with many set up for use. The collection includes a variety of displays from treadle machines to midcentury modern machines, and dainty hand crank machines to heavy-duty industrial machines. The museum also offers workshops, quilting parties, machine repair and restoration, as well as specialty machine rental.

ARTS + CULTURE

Located in the historic Sam Travis mansion with rotating exhibit galleries

WOOLAROC MUSEUM & WILDLIFE PRESERVE woolaroc.org

Tucked away in the Osage Hills, Woolaroc once served as a

ranch retreat for oilman (you hear that a lot) Frank Phillips. Now, anyone can visit the 3,700-acre wildlife preserve and art museum. Perfect for hiking, retreats and weddings.

LIVING ARTS OF TULSA livingarts.org

This gallery offers creative workshops, performances, exhibitions, films/videos, demonstrations of current art, lectures, related educational activities and research in its mission to present and develop contemporary art forms in Tulsa.

TULSA HISTORICAL SOCIETY & MUSEUM tulsahistory.org

Courtesy of Philbrook Musuem.

Courtesy of Woolaroc Museum & Wildlife Preserve.

Courtesy of Philbrook Musuem.

Courtesy of the Tulsa Historical Society & Museum.

ARTS + CULTURE

+ MORE

108|CONTEMPORARY

108contemporary.org

A gallery that strives to educate and develop connections within the Tulsa community by drawing attention to contemporary pieces found in Oklahoma and from around the world. This non-

profit community arts organization supports Oklahoma’s contemporary fine craft artists, connecting them with audiences and opportunities.

TULSA FOUNDATION FOR ARCHITECTURE

tulsaarchitecture.org

Tulsa Foundation for Architecture offers walking tours highlighting some of downtown Tulsa’s architectural treasures. Docents point out features of unique buildings and offer historical perspectives. Each second Saturday tour is different, but will typically include a visit to a lobby, a tunnel or maybe even an oil baron’s penthouse! On any given tour, you might see beautiful examples of Art Deco, Beaux Arts, Gothic Revival and Mid-Century Modern buildings.

HENRY

CENTER FOR ART AND EDUCATION

utulsa.com/zarrow

The Zarrow Center is a dynamic arts anchor with exhibitions offered by The University of Tulsa’s School of Art. Shows include exhibits featuring the artwork of local, regional and nationally recognized emerging artists.

TULSA PERFORMING ARTS CENTER

tulsapac.com

The Tulsa Performing Arts Center (TPAC) is located in Tulsa’s historic downtown and was designed by the architect of the former World Trade Center towers. Ella Fitzgerald kicked off the first concert in 1977. With four theaters, a studio space and a large reception hall, the TPAC has hosted many Broadway tours, popular artists, local talent and functions like recitals.

ZARROW

Courtesy of 108|Contemporary.

Courtesy of the Tulsa Performing Arts Center.

Learn more about one of the world’s best collections of art deco architecture with a tour from the Tulsa Foundation for Architecture.

Courtesy of Tulsa Foundation for Architecture.

TULSA SOUND

TULSA’S MUSIC SCENE

Find music every night of the week in Tulsa’s iconic venues.

LEGENDARY VENUES

BOK CENTER bokcenter.com

When the world’s most renowned performers come to town, they come to the BOK Center. The 18,000+ seat arena transformed Tulsa’s downtown landscape, spurring economic growth and development, all by hosting today’s hottest names in music and entertainment, including Madonna, Lady Gaga, Reba McEntire, Katy Perry, Justin Bieber, Paul McCartney and Jason Aldean.

CAIN’S BALLROOM cainsballroom.com

An iconic dance hall and concert venue since the 1930s, Cain’s still attracts top performers from Green Day to Tech N9ne, who are honored to share the same

stage with former legends. Numerous fundraisers, charity balls and private events are held here each year. Doubles as a rentable event venue for banquets, parties, weddings and more.

A historic concert hall completed in 1914, the Tulsa Theater was originally designed to serve as the city’s Municipal Auditorium and has since hosted some of the world’s greatest musicians and entertainers. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1979, the Tulsa Theater has hosted musicians including Chicago, Al Green, Buddy Holly, B.B. King, Weezer and Vance Joy.

TULSA THEATER tulsatheater.com

NOMINATED 9 TIMES FOR “POLLSTAR ARENA OF THE YEAR” IN 14-YEAR HISTORY pollstar.com/venue/bok-center-278083

Photo by Phil Clarkin. Courtesy of George Kaiser Family Foundation.

Courtesy of Phil Clarkin.

Courtesy of Cain’s Ballroom.

Courtesy of the Tulsa Theater.

Courtesy of the BOK Center.

UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL

VANGUARD

thevanguardtulsa.com

Catch your favorite artist here before they’re selling out arenas! The Vanguard is a popular spot among locals for reasonably priced shows without a bad seat in the house. Get up close and personal with the next big band.

THELMA’S PEACH

thelmaspeach.com

Keeping it peachy as one of Tulsa’s newest music venues.

VOXPOP

voxpoptulsa.com

A music venue so small, it feels like you’re in someone’s living room.

THE SHRINE

tulsashrine.com

The Shrine is a classic Tulsa bar and music venue at the popular 18th and Boston hub home to restaurants and other night spots. Every night, enjoy live music, friendly bartenders and a unique vibe unmatched anywhere else in town.

BLACKBIRD ON PEARL

blackbirdonpearl.com

Head here for open mics, stand-up comedy and more.

MUSIC HISTORY

MAGGIE’S MUSIC BOX

maggiesok.com

Hidden, slightly cajun gem in Jenks.

MERCURY LOUNGE

mercuryloungetulsa.com

Another 18th and Boston spot boasting music every night. A converted gas station and Tulsa classic boasting an open patio, covered patio, fireplace, pool table and old school juke box, and hosts some of the best live original music in town.

THE COLONY colonytulsa.com

For more than 60 years, The Colony has been a staple of the Tulsa music community. This British-themed local classic is nestled in Midtown and hosts live original music every night.

LOWDOWN

lowdowntulsa.com

Looking to jazz things up? Head to LowDown in the Tulsa Arts District. This 21+ underground spot is a guaranteed good time.

TULSA SOUND

BOB DYLAN CENTER

bobdylancenter.com

Offering unprecedented access to the creative life of one of America’s most important and influential artists, the facility houses and exhibits more than 100,000 exclusive cultural treasures created and owned by Bob Dylan. The center provides programming, performances and special displays showcasing the artist’s message and impact.

THE CHURCH STUDIO

thechurchstudio.com

Formerly Grace Methodist Episcopal Church founded in 1915, Church Studio was purchased in 1972 by legendary musician Leon Russell, who transformed the building into a recording studio. The birthplace of the Tulsa Sound was

recently restored by owners Ivan Acosta and Teresa Knox and opened in 2021 as a world-class recording studio and event space on the vibrant Studio Row.

WOODY GUTHRIE CENTER

woodyguthriecenter.org

A museum and center for inspiration, the Woody Guthrie Center offers three spaces: the temporary gallery is perfect for catered receptions, the classroom accommodates group meetings and the theater is an intimate space for performances or presentations.

Courtesy of Phil Clarkin.

Courtesy of Phil Clarkin.

Courtesy of the Bob Dylan Center

SHOPPING DAY

TAKE HOME A PART OF TULSA.

Maybe you’ve heard Tulsa’s a super affordable place to be. It’s also a super affordable place to shop!

SHOPPING DESTINATIONS

BROOKSIDE

brooksidetheplacetobe.com

Classy-yet-casual dining joints, shops with everything from designer clothes to signature Tulsa-themed gifts, a cozy cafe and even a professional ballet company characterize the

charming Brookside district, a neighborhood just a short jaunt away from the Gathering Place.

HISTORIC GREENWOOD DISTRICT

More info on PAGE 30

Peruse one of the most incredible sneaker stores in the U.S. or pick up some Black Wall Street gear sold from historic buildings on Greenwood Ave. Afterwards, fuel up at Black Wall Street Liquid Lounge.

KENDALL WHITTIER DISTRICT

visitkendallwhittier.com

This funky corner of Tulsa has something for everyone. Head to Kendall Whittier to experience a mix of art studios, breweries, restaurants, a historic theater and nonmainstream retail.

CHERRY STREET

visittulsa.com/cherry-street

A dynamic, foodie’s playground boasting locally owned restaurants, antiques, and boutiques. Perfect for brunch dates, bar crawls or pleasant family dinners.

TULSA GLOBAL DISTRICT

globaldistrict.org

Get your daily dose of culture on East Tulsa Main Street! Try something new at Pho Nhi or grab authentic ingredients at Las Americas Supermercado. Don’t miss authentic Mexican pastries at Pancho Anaya Bakery and try some El Salvedorian fare at La Reyna Salvadoreña.

UTICA SQUARE

uticasquare.com

A quaint, Instagrammable (yes, we’re calling that a word) slice of Midtown packed with restaurants, boutiques and shops lined around flower beds and an iconic phone booth.

THE BOXYARD

tulsaboxyard.com

Inspired by an iconic London development, the downtown Boxyard is constructed of repurposed shipping containers that now house a variety of shops like Nine one Skate and Sweet Boutique.

Silhouette Sneakers & Art. Courtesy of Root Tulsa.

Vendor in Whittier Square. Courtesy of Root Tulsa.

Courtesy of the Tulsa Global District.

Courtesy of Brookside By Day.

Utica Square. Courtesy of Val Wei-Haas.

LET’S GO TO THE MALL

WOODLAND HILLS MALL

visittulsa.com/ woodland-hills

There’s always something bustling at Woodland Hills, which includes the commercial area around Woodland Hills Mall at 71st and Memorial and has plenty to offer for all ages. Shop ‘til you drop and expand your palate with some grub from any of the nearby restaurants.

SOUTHROADS SHOPPING

visittulsa.com/southroads

The area surrounding Promenade Mall, Southroads, is a local staple for shopping major brands from Dillard’s to Vintage Stock. Find party decorations, pet supplies and more all in one bustling hub.

NEIGHBORHOOD MAIN STREETS

BIXBY

bixbyok.gov

Another quickly growing suburb (that’s a theme here) known for community festivals like the Green Corn Festival held annually on the 4th Thursday, Friday and Saturday of June.

BROKEN ARROW | ROSE DISTRICT

brokenarrowok.gov

In Broken Arrow, you discover a city with the tranquil atmosphere of a small community while offering a variety of cultural, shopping and sporting opportunities. This booming suburb boasts hiking trails, a nature park and nine public and private golf courses.

JENKS

jenks.com

Known as the “Antique Capital of Oklahoma,” this side of town has so much more to offer than its wonderful array of antique shops. The Oklahoma Aquarium alongside the Arkansas River is home to the world’s largest exhibit of bull sharks. Next door, the Riverwalk boasts excellent shopping and dining, plus live music at their outdoor amphitheater.

OWASSO | REDBUD DISTRICT

redbudowasso.com

The Redbud tree is wellrecognized in Oklahoma as the state tree, but it is also the nickname for Owasso’s budding destination district. Find your newest outfit at one of the Redbud District’s trendy boutiques, offering goods from designer clothing to kimchi; and be sure to try their unique, locally owned restaurants.

SHOPPING DAY

SAPULPA | CROSSROADS

sapulpacrossroads.com

The Sapulpa Crossroads in downtown Sapulpa offers local boutique and antique shopping, food and specialty stores that are all within walking distance.

SAND

SPRINGS

sandspringsok.org

Tulsa’s gateway to Keystone Lake, Sand Springs is a tightknit community with an adorable historic downtown home to enchanting dining and shopping options.

Mural by Carlos Barboza. Courtesy of the City of Broken Arrow.

Courtesy of the Jenks Chamber of Commerce.

WHERE TO STAY

FROM AIRBNBS TO BNBS

You’ll have to sleep sometime. And it’s important you’re vibing with where you’re resting your head. Lucky for you, Tulsa kind of has the market cornered on variety. From mansion to pad and loft to executive suite, the real question is how many times will you hit snooze in the a.m.

DESERT HILLS MOTEL

desert-hills-motel.business.site

Built in 1953, the recently remodeled Desert Hills Motel is a pillar of Historic Route 66. Just five miles from downtown Tulsa, they offer clean, comfortable rooms and many amenities at budget prices.

bruthotel.com

An exciting new project, this hotel provides a luxury boutique hotel experience along with great views of the city. Enjoy delicious dining and libations at SOMA’s Tropical

Roasters-brewed coffee at the Brut Cafe. Don’t forget to book a luxurious spa day at the adjacent 1820 Wellness Spa.

GREASER HIDEOUT AIRBNB visittulsa.com/greaser-hideout

Then the Greaser Hideout Airbnb is a must-see for you. Located right across from the museum and decorated with all of the movie decor, the bungalow is perfect for a quick weekend trip of Outsiders sightseeing. Visit iconic filming locations like the rumble field and Circle Cinema. You’re also close to other Tulsa favorites including downtown, Mother Road Market, the Philbrook Museum and more!

NEW FALL 2023 BRUT HOTEL

Americana Kitchen by Rob Stuart, or pick up a Lioness

Courtesy of Brut Hotel.

Courtesy of Brut Hotel.

The Greaser Hideout. Courtesy of Phil Clarkin.

Courtesy of Desert Hills Motel.

The Greaser Hideout. Courtesy of Phil Clarkin.

UNTIL NEXT TIME...

thank you

NOTES

ENGAGE TULSA TODAY

Big fan of liking and sharing gorgeous pics? Hearing about new things first?

/visittulsa

/visittulsa

You'll even hear when next season's guide is ready! GASP.

IT TAKES A... TULSA.

LIKE TO INCLUDE AN AD IN AN UPCOMING SEASONAL GUIDE?

EMAIL BRITAINWALKER@TULSACHAMBER.COM FOR DEADLINES AND INFO.

A sincere thanks to the regional attractions, local event organizers, accommodations and tourism partners who provided content for this publication. This publication is produced quarterly by Visit Tulsa, part of Tulsa Regional Tourism at the Tulsa Regional Chamber. Extreme efforts have been and will be made to secure the accuracy of content presented. Visit Tulsa will make every attempt to update and correct errors or accidental omissions upon notification.