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G.T. Bynum OFFICE OF THE MAYOR
Welcome! On behalf of the City of Tulsa, I’m honored to welcome you to our great city. During your stay here, I invite you to explore our beautiful city and discover all the things that set us apart from others. Tulsans are known for their warm and inviting hospitality, especially where visitors are concerned. We remain dedicated to making Tulsa a world-class city that will draw visitors back here, time and time again. In your hands right now - or digitally at your fingertips is the “Official Tulsa Visitor Guide,” produced by Tulsa Regional Tourism, a division of the Tulsa Regional Chamber. This newly reimagined seasonal guide is a snapshot of the great experiences Tulsa has to offer. I hope this guide will give you a sense of the sheer magnitude of options available to those whose paths have brought them here. Start with a glance at some of our major events this spring, and then immerse yourself in the many unique ways to enjoy Tulsa, including coffee, cuisine, breweries, nightlife & live music, family outings, and so much more.
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And be sure to keep your phone handy; the QR codes throughout the guide can uncover even more, from historical tours to season schedules of Tulsa’s favorite sports teams.
A WARM WELCOME
As Mayor of Tulsa, I am honored to welcome you to our unique and dynamic city. I hope your visit here is full of one-of-a-kind experiences and that when you leave, your first instinct is to come right back. Best regards,
G. T. Bynum Mayor City of Tulsa 175 E. 2 nd St. • Tulsa, OK 74103 • Office 918.596.7411 • Fax 918.596.9010 Email: Mayor@cityoftulsa.org www.cityoftulsa.org
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. It is 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.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
FAMILY DINING.........................................19
OUTDOORS / EXPLORE...................20-21 EDUCATION CONTINUED LEARNING.......22 FOR KIDS & KIDS AT HEART................................23 REVITALIZED & THRIVING................................24 ROUTE 66.......................................................25
A WARM WELCOME.................................. 2
SPORTS PROFESSIONAL.....................26 COLLEGIATE...........................26
SPRING WEEKEND ADVENTURES ............................................4-5
FC TULSA................................27 BMX HALL OF FAME............27
CALENDAR...................................................6-7
ARTS & CULTURE MURALS..................................28
TULSA & THE SURROUNDING AREA...........................8-9 COFFEE............................................................10
MUSEUMS..............................29 + MORE.................................. 30 GAMING........................................................32
UPSCALE DINING...................................... 11
TULSA SOUND LEGENDARY VENUES..........34
ALLERGY & VEGAN DINING...............12
UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL..............................35 MUSIC HISTORY....................35
DINING SPOTLIGHT: MEXICAN FLAVORS.......................... 14 -15
SHOPPING TULSA SHOPPING DESTINATIONS......................36
BREWERIES DOWNTOWN..........................16
LET’S GO TO THE MALL.......37
PEARL DISTRICT...................17 AROUND TOWN.....................17
NEIGHBORHOOD MAIN STREETS......................37
NIGHTLIFE.....................................................18
WHERE TO STAY.........................................38
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A SPRING WEEKEND IN TULSA FRIDAY EXPLORE ROUTE 66:
Courtesy of Mother Road Market.
Fuel up at Mother Road Market
motherroadmarket.com
Check out Buck Atom’s
buckatomson66.com
S top by the Meadow Gold Sign
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1324 E 11th St
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Discover Decopolis decopolis.net
GET ARTSY:
CHOOSE YOUR OWN ADVENTURE ADVENTURE::
Philbrook Museum of Art VOTED MOST BEAUTIFUL PLACE IN OKLAHOMA ACCORDING TO HOUSE BEAUTIFUL philbrook.org
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ahha Tulsa ahhatulsa.org
• THEN: Enjoy downtown restaurants and nightlife
Courtesy of PRHYME: Downtown Steakhouse. Courtesy of Philbrook Museum.
• THEN: Try dinner at Kitchen 27 and enjoy Brookside
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SATURDAY
“History in the Making” mural by Skip Hill on Wanda J’s exterior.
HIT UP THE LEGENDARY TULSA BREAKFAST SCENE: Dilly Diner dillydiner.com
Cirque Coffee NAMED BEST COFFEESHOP IN OKLAHOMA BY TASTINGTABLE cirquecoffee.com VISIT THE GREENWOOD DISTRICT:
Tour Greenwood Rising VOTED TOP 7 BEST NEW ATTRACTION BY USATODAY 10BEST greenwoodrising.org
Quick bite for lunch at Wanda J’s (wandajs.com) or a pastry at Black Wall Street Liquid Lounge (bwsll.com) EXPERIENCE THE AWARD-WINNING GATHERING PLACE gatheringplace.org DELIGHT IN TULSA DINING SCENE: Cherry Street visittulsa.com/cherry-street
CHOOSE YOUR OWN ADVENTURE ADVENTURE:: TUNE IN TO TULSA MUSIC:
Music history • Woody Guthrie Center woodyguthriecenter.org SEE MORE ON PAGE 35 • O P E N MAY 1 0 Bob Dylan Center bobdylancenter.com
atch a show at one of our world class C music venues • BOK Center bokcenter.com SEE MORE ON PAGE 34 • Cain’s Ballroom cainsballroom.com
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TAKE IN THE TULSA NIGHTLIFE:
Brewery Scene •M arshall’s Brewing Co. marshallbrewing.com SEE MORE ON PAGE 16 •W elltown Brewing Co. welltownbrewing.com Club Scene •S t. Vitus stvitustulsa.com SEE MORE ON PAGE 18 •C lub Majestic clubmajestictulsa.com
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SUNDAY BRUNCH IT UP • Cherry St. Kitchen for stunning art deco architecture views cherrystkitchen.com
Courtesy of Tulsa Zoo.
CHOOSE YOUR OWN ADVENTURE ADVENTURE:: SNAG A SOUVENIR:
• Check out Ida Red for the perfect Tulsa trinket idaredgeneralstore.com
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GO WILD:
• Tulsa Zoo tulsazoo.org • Oklahoma Aquarium okaquarium.org
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Courtesy of Shane Bevel Photography via the Gathering Place.
ANNUAL EVENTS & FESTIVALS EVERY SATURDAY
ulsa Farmer’s Market T (Beginning April 2)
tulsafarmersmarket.org FIRST FRIDAY OF EVERY MONTH
First Friday Art Crawl
thetulsaartsdistrict.org/ first-friday-art-crawl
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4–6
ig 12 Wrestling B Championships
bokcenter.com MARCH
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ulsa’s Farmer’s T Market (Winter Market)
tulsafarmersmarket.org
MARCH
14–18
Courtesy of Arnie’s Bar.
athering Place G Spring Break Programming
gatheringplace.org MARCH
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t. Patrick’s Day S • Arnie’s 66th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Block Party
MAY
Courtesy of Major League Fishing.
arniesbar.com
• Festivities from: - James E. McNellie’s Pub
inco De Mayo C Celebrations • Elote Street Festival
mcnellies.com
elotetulsa.com
- Maggie’s Music Box maggiesmusicbox.com
- Kilkenny’s Irish Pub tulsairishpub.com
- & More!
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Courtesy Jimmy Range Photography.
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MARCH
25–27 ajor League M Fishing REDCREST Championship
Grand Lake O’ the Cherokees to host 41 competing anglers; Outdoor Sports Expo to at Expo Square.
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• Blue Dome District Cinco de Mayo Festival bluedomedistrict.com MAY
6–8
ulsa International T Mayfest (more info on page 30.)
tulsamayfest.org
CALENDAR
SUMMER
FALL
WINTER
JUNE
SEPTEMBER
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Tulsa Tough
Tulsa State Fair
illiams Route W 66 Marathon
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16–22 PGA Championship
pgachampionship.com MAY
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ertified C Piedmontese Beef IRONMAN Tulsa
ironman.com/im-tulsa
JUNE
19
Juneteenth
JUNE
Annual Favorites like: Philbrook Festival of Lights Tulsa Botanic Garden of Lights Gathering Place Winter Wonderland
24–26 Tulsa PRIDE
JUNE
25–26
Route 66 RoadFest
Arvest Winterfest OCTOBER
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JULY
4 Tulsa’s iconic Blue Dome.
DATES TBD
Tulsa Run
olds of Honor F FreedomFest Jenks BOOMFEST
SEPTEMBER
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Great Tulsa Raft Race
• These listings are accurate at the time of publication. For more up-to-date information and additional listings, visit visittulsa.com/events.
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Courtesy of the Professional Golfers’ Association of America.
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Courtesy of Cirque Coffee Roasters.
PLACES YOU’VE NEVER BEAN TRY SOMETHING NEW FOR YOUR MUG. Serious about your coffee and tea? Check out our unique musts while in town.
CIRQUE COFFEE ROASTERS cirquecoffee.com
nique lattes and quick bites. U Order a latte from their “Cereal Milk Bar” for flavors like Cocoa Puffs, Cinnamon Toast and Froot Loops.
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TOPECA COFFEE ROASTERS topecacoffee.com
mong the first “Farm-to-Café” A coffee companies in the world, Topeca Coffee Roasters is a coffee staple with not only their own chain of incredible coffee shops, but a wellknown supplier to several local diners, gift stores and grocers. With three locations around
downtown and one in Tulsa International Airport, Topeca is a traveler’s favorite. SHADES OF BROWN shadescoffee.com
Brookside icon, Shades of A Brown Coffee & Art offers a welcoming atmosphere with incredible coffee, local art and cozy vibes. SHE BREWS COFFEE HOUSE shebrewscoffeehouse.org
he Brews serves coffee with S a cause, employing formerly incarcerated women and offering other programs with locations in Kendall-Whittier and Claremore. FULTON STREET COFFEE & BOOKS fultonstreet918.com
Courtesy of Topeca Coffee Roasters.
n a mission to increase O intergenerational literacy and build a better community, Fulton Street is a onestop to enjoy coffee, books and discourse.
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Courtesy of Triangle Coffee Roasters. TRIANGLE COFFEE trianglecoffee.co
og-friendly, industrial midD downtown coffee spot decked out with plants offering warm customer service plus breakfast and lunch options. NOTION ESPRESSO notiontulsa.com
n underground creative hub A touting local art on downtown’s East side. Great for coffee and a meeting, a quick bite–or both.
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Courtesy of Sisserou’s Caribbean Restaurant.
OH-SO-CLASSY CUISINE FINE DINING NEVER TASTED SO GOOD. Tulsa has a food scene for everyone. Visit one of these for an upper-class occasion.
AMELIA’S WOOD FIRED CUISINE amelias.us
odern, seasonal, M locally sourced dishes. Features five course menu with Sommelier selected wine pairings. IN THE RAW VŪ intherawsushi.com/itr-vu
ushi, sashimi and S nigiri along with cooked cuisine. Its penthouse perch includes a worldclass art deco backdrop.
Courtesy of Juniper. BULL IN THE ALLEY bullinthealley.com
igh-end chophouse H tucked away in an alley in the Tulsa Arts District. Guaranteed to wow your date. Reservations strongly encouraged.
Courtesy of Bull in the Alley.
Courtesy of Boston Title & Abstract.
BOSTON TITLE & ABSTRACT bostontitleandabstract.com
ook an appointment B today for some subterranean, decadent dining. SISSEROU’S CARIBBEAN RESTAURANT sisserousrestaurant.com
I nspired by the island of Dominica, Sisserou’s Restaurant transports you to the Caribbean in a vibrant setting.
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njoy a variety of E flame-cooked dishes from around the world from a true scratch kitchen. PROSSIMO RISTORANTE prossimoristorante.com
rovides fabulous food P with a memorable experience. Serves Amalfi Coast-inspired dishes with a focus on light, artful pasta dishes featuring seafood and vegetables.
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JUNIPER RESTAURANT junipertulsa.com
Courtesy of Que Gusto.
UNIQUE DINING NEEDS EAT WITH CONFIDENCE. There simply is no shortage of options for anyone eating in Tulsa.
CHIMERA CAFE chimeratulsa.com
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LANNA THAI lannathaitulsa.com
n eclectic, vegan-friendly café in the Tulsa A Arts District serving healthy, environmentally conscious breakfast, lunch and dinner options.
ALLERGY & VEGAN DINING
Family-owned restaurant serving South Tulsa authentic Thai flavors since 1998. They rise to the challenge when asked to “make it spicy” and offer plenty of protein options along with gluten-free accommodations.
BIG BABY ROLLS & DONUTS bigbabyrolls.com
et your fix on Route 66 (we G had to say it)! Enjoy fresh, sweet and savory rolls plus amazing donuts including always-available vegan and gluten-free options.
QUE GUSTO quegustotulsa.com
Gluten free and vegan donuts. Courtesy of Big Baby Rolls & Donuts.
NEFF BREWING neffbrewing.com
family operation that began as A homebrewing for a better alternative and grew into a fully gluten-free craft brewery and restaurant. Award-winning food and brews (judged against gluten-included competitors). INDIA PALACE theindiapalacetulsa.com
ulsa’s oldest Indian restaurant has transported T visitors across the world through authentic flavors since 1993. Food can be prepared mild to spicy to suit your taste. Stop in for their extensive lunch buffet served every day.
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Delicious Ecuadorian spot in the Tulsa Arts District perfect for a bite to eat before exploring some of Tulsa’s best contemporary galleries. Known for their flakey, crispy empanadas with vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options.
LOCAL BISON thelocalbison.com
ub fare with a unique P twist. Taste the difference of locally sourced and fresh ingredients with plenty of vegetarian and vegan options, paired with Okie beer, wine and spirits from their full bar.
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Courtesy of El Rancho Grande.
DINING SPOTLIGHT: MEXICAN FLAVOR + TULSA STYLE FROM AUTHENTIC TO CONTEMPORARY. Great Mexican food is something worth writing home about. And that’s why we’re doing it here. Check out some of these Tulsa favorites and tell them Visit Tulsa sent you!
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CAFE OLÉ cafeolebrookside.com
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reat atmosphere and G excellent food prepared with fresh, quality ingredients for one of the best Southwestern experiences in Tulsa. Chef Jonathan’s Mexico City roots reveal themselves through homemade tortillas, salsa, tamales and fresh ingredients.
Courtesy of Tacos X Mezcal.
Courtesy of Cafe Olé.
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Courtesy of Madre’s Mexican Kitchen.
Looking for more events? Go to page 6.
ELOTE CAFÉ CINCO DE MAYO FESTIVAL MAY 5, 2022 elotetulsa.com
downtown tradition since 2009. A Enjoy Lucha Libre wrestling, a DJ, delicious drinks, puffy tacos and outdoor activities providing fun for the whole family. Wrestling takes place outdoors from noon 1 p.m. & 4 - 11 p.m.
EL RIO VERDE visittulsa.com/el-rio-verde
uthentic Mexican food A attracting clientele from Garth Brooks to Kelly Rizzo. Known for their wet burrito and fromscratch kitchen. ELOTE CAFÉ & CATERING elotetulsa.com
racing downtown with their G legendary locally-sourced puffy tacos Mon. – Sat. Vegan and gluten-free friendly with fun events on the reg. TACOS X MEZCAL (TXMZ) txmztaco.com
pscale, family-run spot U focused on traditional dishes that represent the country’s true street food experience with a fun twist. Features unique artisan mezcals with tasty cocktails representing Nayarit, Mexico.
since 1950; operating from their Route 66 location since 1953. Follow their neon sign to deliciousness. MADRE’S MEXICAN KITCHEN madresmexicankitchenok.com
levated Mexican fare from E brunch to dinner served daily. Serving unique takes on traditional including tres leches French toast, flan de café and pork belly chicharrones. PANCHO ANAYA BAKERY panchoanaya.com
his locally-loved bakery T has been blessing Tulsa with the only US iterations of the family chain established in Sahuayo, Michocán, Mexico in 1912. Goods made using traditional artisan techniques offering the authentic homemade taste backed by five generations.
TACOS DON FRANCISCO visittulsa.com/tacos-don-francisco
he kind of place that uses T their Facebook reach to help a lost husky find home. Amazing tacos, killer prices, and friendly service on Route 66. EL RANCHO GRANDE elranchograndemexicanfood.com
erving true Tex-Mex cuisine S to generations of Tulsans
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Photo from Dead Armadillo Craft Brewing.
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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 NEW ERA FINE FERMENTATIONS neffbrewing.com
EERIE ABBEY ALES eerieabbeyales.com
nique, monastic U 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
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brews. Tulsa Take: don’t miss the Eerie Abbey experience. WELLTOWN BREWING COMPANY welltownbrewing.com
pacious, multi-story S 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.
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DEAD ARMADILLO CRAFT BREWING dabrewery.com
amed one of the N “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.
NAMED ONE OF THE “BEST BREWERIES IN THE SOUTH” BY RAVE ravereviews.org
ou saw it first on pg. Y 12. 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.”
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AMERICAN SOLERA americansolera.com
HEIRLOOM RUSTIC ALES heirloomrusticales.com
CABIN BOYS BREWERY cabinboysbrewery.com
ffers hand-crafted O ales brewed with spices, fruits and a touch of pizzazz to put a twist on traditional beer styles. NOTHING’S LEFT BREWING CO. nothingsleftbrew.co
xperiments with E a wide variety
MARSHALL’S BREWING COMPANY marshallbrewing.com
ringing the art, B 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. PEARL BEACH BREWING CO. pearlbeachbrewpub.com
I ndoor and covered outdoor seating, sand volleyball and an incredible downtown view. In addition to their brews, boasts a full bar complete with frozen drinks.
linging brews like S “Mamas don’t let your cowboys grow up to be racists” in a dogfriendly, rustic-industrial space. Creates community, collabs with charities, etc. Located in the KendallWhittier District, but close enough to the Pearl District breweries for a crawl. RENAISSANCE BREWING CO. renaissancebeer.com
he only facility T 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. THE CAPE BREWING COMPANY thecapebrewingcompany.com
Courtesy of Pearl Beach Brew Pub.
un interior plus F spacious backyard. Jenks location perfect for relaxing after family time at the aquarium hosting bingo, trivia and live music. In their own words, The Cape is the “family-friendly, dogfriendly place to be.”
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HIGH GRAVITY BREWING COMPANY AND PIPPIN’S TAPROOM highgravitybrewingco.com
erves delicious S libations on 11 rotating taps, plus their nitro tap. Bottles occasionally available for sale in limited releases. Dedicated to essential styles, flawlessly executed– with the occasional watermelon gose or toasted marshmallow s’more stout. BROKEN ARROW BREWING COMPANY brokenarrowbrewingco.com
ative American N owned and operated microbrewery in what was formerly Broken Arrow Ice Plant and Light & Power Company. Built-in 1906, the space is now a charming drinking spot with everything from traditional to experimental styles.
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eon signage will lead N 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.
of ingredients to craft interesting, drinkable beers.
Courtesy of Saturn Room.
AFTER HOURS LIGHT UP THE NIGHT. Think Tulsa is beautiful during the day?! You should see it come to life when the sun takes a break. One glimpse at night life in Tulsa – and you’ll be after ours.
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N E W SPRING SIDECAR BARLEY & WINE BAR sdcrbar.com
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ake in Tulsa from T above and enjoy hand-crafted beverages and 360-degree views from their Cherry Street or Jenks locations. Cozy up alongside their lengthy (and mesmerizing) fire pit on their rooftop patio. VALKYRIE valkyrietulsa.com
FEATURED BY THEMANUAL AS A TOP 25 BARS IN AMERICA themanual.com
estination bar D dripping charisma, comfort and class serving quality drinks without pretense. A revolving menu offers classic and new cocktails made from whole, fresh ingredients and crafted just for you by knowledgeable bar staff.
CLUB MAJESTIC visittulsa.com/club-majestic
atering to the C LGBTQIA+ community, Club Majestic welcomes people from every walk of life. They provide upscale entertainment– including frequent, amazing drag shows– for all. WHISKEY 918 visittulsa.com/whiskey-918
rush off your boots B and break out the hat for this 21+ country dance hall, saloon and event center located in the Blue Dome District. SATURN ROOM saturnroom.com
ind a true escape F from daily life at the out-of-this-world Saturn Room. Head on an island-hopping rum flight through the Caribbean and try
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beachy cocktails in their wide assortment of tiki glassware. DUST BOWL LANES & LOUNGE dustbowllounge.com/ locations/tulsa
Hit the lanes or snag a drink in this bowling alley turned late-night club. Treat your crew to the VIP Room rental. ST. VITUS stvitustulsa.com
ulsa’s premier T electronic music dance club, tucked in an alley serving high quality craft cocktails. Go for stained-glass window vibes. 022 N E W SPRING 2
DW SPEAKEASY devinwilliamsspeakeasy.com
ringing a high-end, B unique experience to historic Greenwood,
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DW’s Speakeasy celebrates the empowerment of BIPOC communities. Open evenings Thurs.Sat.; serves Sunday brunch. THE MAX RETROPUB maxretropub.com
Major Stranger Things vibes. Throwback while you throw back at Tulsa’s only 80’s/90’s themed bar with retro games and drinks.
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FOOD FOR THE FAM FAMILY DINING OPTIONS. When you have a group of hungry family, finding the right restaurant for every member can be stressful and difficult. We’ve got some great local options that will feed your crew. Courtesy of STG Italian Gelateria. BRAMBLE BREAKFAST & BAR bramblebreakfastandbar.com
nique, fun experience that U takes pride in their fresh ingredients, house baked breads and top-notch service. First come, first serve seating. LONE WOLF lonewolftulsa.com
ELGIN PARK elginparkbrewery.com
I n a prime spot next to ONEOK Field (home to Drillers baseball and FC Tulsa) serving prime pizza with patio seating perfect for fueling up with the family. THE BROOK brookrestaurant.com
ith downtown, Brookside W and South Tulsa locations, The Brook provides above and beyond classic American fare including their famous gooey mac n’ cheese.
ne of Tulsa favorite food O trucks turned brick-and-mortar. Slinging quality, creative Vietnamese fusion foods like banh mi, kimchi fries and fried rice bowls.
19 multi-location spot uses traditional gelateria practices that they stand by. SHUFFLES: BOARD GAME CAFE shufflestulsa.com
ll-ages board game-centric A restaurant, bar and coffee shop in the downtown Arts District serving a wide selection of Americana cuisine.
ANDOLINI’S PIZZERIA andopizza.com
everal locations around town. S Amazing pizza. Vegan and gluten-free options available. Tulsa Take: try the garlic knots! STG ITALIAN GELATERIA stgitalian.com
“ Specialty and Tradition, Guaranteed.” This delicious,
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EXPLORE GREEN COUNTRY GET OUT, PLAY AND GO WILD. 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 ZOO tulsazoo.org
Baby Hodari (born Nov. 7, 2021) and mother Sally. Courtesy of the Tulsa Zoo.
fun and affordable A 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.
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GUTHRIE GREEN guthriegreen.com
GATHERING PLACE gatheringplace.org
orld-class riverfront park W offering amazing attractions and programming for all ages with no entry fee. Climb on larger-than-life cranes in the Chapman Adventure Playground or voyage out on
Peggy’s Pond in a paddleboat from the ONEOK Boathouse. Year-round programming includes children’s events, live music, artistic performances, sports-related activities and so much more.
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he beating heart of Tulsa’s T Arts District, an urban green space and performance venue that brings the entire Tulsa community together. Frequently home to free events such as movie nights, yoga, concerts and fitness bootcamps. Food Truck Wednesday is the perfect opportunity to sample Tulsa’s finest mobile cuisine.
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A unique recreational treasure, the Turkey Mountain Urban Wilderness Area encompasses several hundred acres of rugged park land located less than a 15-minute drive from Tulsa’s vibrant downtown. The landscape creates a sense of being far from city life, with visitors surrounded by a thick canopy of trees. Turkey Mountain offers miles of winding dirt trails for hiking, mountain biking, trail riding and trail running. 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 riverparks.org
ugged and rocky, River Parks’ R 600 thickly wooded acres feature an inviting mix of dirt trails, ponds, and spectacular views of the
city-perfect for hiking, biking or running. The 26 miles of 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. TULSA BOTANIC GARDEN tulsabotanic.org
n all-season oasis blooming in A the Osage Hills just eight miles northwest of Tulsa. Each spring the garden celebrates Tulsa Botanic Blooms with over 100,000 tulips, hyacinths, daffodils and other spring flowers. 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. Frequently hosts nature walks, full moon hikes and–of course– gardening classes. A must-see in the springtime, they celebrate Tulsa Botanic Blooms with live music Thursday evenings from mid-March to late April.
THIS MACHINE thismachinetulsa.com
his Machine is T a high quality, convenient and affordable bicycle transit system. Use the This Machine app to rent from a system of 200+ electric pedal-assist bicycles from 45+ conveniently located kiosks along bikeable areas around midtown and downtown. At the end of your trip, leave your bike at any This Machine kiosk or public pole. Great for getting from downtown to Gathering Place!
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TURKEY MOUNTAIN visittulsa.com/turkey-mountain
FX on Hulu series ‘Reservation Dogs’ premiere at Circle Cinema. Courtesy of Circle Cinema.
EXPAND YOUR UNDERSTANDING EXPLORE THE WORLD AROUND US AND THE HISTORY BEHIND US. 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 eveyone.
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CIRCLE CINEMA circlecinema.org
TOURS OF TULSA toursoftulsa.com
ulsa’s oldest-standing movie theatre, Circle T 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. DENNIS R. NEILL EQUALITY CENTER okeq.org
stablished in 1995, the Equality Center serves E 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.
alk over and under the streets of downtown W 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 step-on tour for the length of time you are interested in touring. SHERWIN MILLER MUSEUM OF JEWISH ART jewishmuseumtulsa.org
ontains the Southwest’s finest collection of C 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
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xplore the skyscrapers of downtown Tulsa, built E 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!
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FOR KIDS & KIDS AT HEART Courtesy of the Oklahoma Aquarium.
OKLAHOMA AQUARIUM okaquarium.org
nderwater experiences await you throughout galleries U 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. Get even closer by rolling up your sleeves at interactive touch and feed tanks. TULSA AIR AND SPACE MUSEUM tulsamuseum.org
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DISCOVERY LAB discoverylab.org
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I n a state-of-the-art building next door to the Gathering Place, the Discovery Lab provides unique programming for children in middle-school and younger geared toward developing their creativity, critical-thinking, problem-solving 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.
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aunch back in time and experience Tulsa’s aerospace L 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! Travel through the vast unknowns of space in the planetarium, which is the second of its kind in the world.
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JOHN HOPE FRANKLIN RECONCILIATION PARK jhfcenter.org/reconciliation-park
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PATHWAY TO HOPE greenwoodrising.org/ pathway-to-hope
direct walking A route between John Hope Franklin Reconciliation Park and other sites in the core of the Greenwood District. The 10-foot pathway featuring landscaping and lighting symbolically reconnects a Greenwood District bisected by I-244 during Tulsa’s urban renewal phase.
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TAKE A TOUR NOW! This 15-stop virtual tour of the Historic Greenwood District is provided by Root.
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monument to A 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.
eatures Hope F 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.
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state-of-the-art A 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.
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Mother Road Market patio.
ROUTE 66: AMERICA’S HIGHWAY Cyrus Avery Centennial Plaza. Courtesy of Tyler Layne Photography.
VENTURE DOWN A MASSIVE STRIP OF THE MOTHER ROAD. It’s not every day you can take a drive down the good ole USA’s memory lane.
The 21-foot Muffler Man outside Buck Atom’s Cosmic Curios.
BUCK ATOM’S COSMIC CURIOS buckatomson66.com
gift shop celebrating A the magic of the Mother Road. Find
Route 66 inspired apparel, home accessories, arts and more. DECOPOLIS DISCOVITORIUM & TULSARAMA decopolis.net
n Art Deco themed A “town square” and mini-Museum, plus the DECOPOLIS Discovitorium filled with fantastical science décor and gifts. MEADOW GOLD DISTRICT meadowgolddistrict.com
ain Street-style M shopping 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.
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CYRUS AVERY CENTENNIAL PLAZA visittulsa.com/cyrusavery-centennial-plaza
sculpture plaza A located on Southwest Blvd. at Riverside Dr. celebrating the Father of Route 66. Features a skywalk, park, and several beautifully bronze statues.
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vibrant food hall A where you can enjoy some of Tulsa’s favorite restaurants, plus new food concepts. Stop by Kitchen 66, a food incubator nonprofit program boasting 2,800 square feet of rentable commercial kitchen space, housed within Mother Road Market. Mother Road Market features a curated collection of over 20 restaurant and
retail concepts in over 26,000 square feet of community space. It also has a full-service bar and a state-of-theart demo kitchen for cooking classes and pop-ups, an expansive patio with outdoor seating, a Route 66-themed mini golf course and more!
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MOTHER ROAD MARKET motherroadmarket.com
OKEOK Field in downtown Tulsa.
PLAYED WITH PASSION TULSA IS A SPORTS CITY. From soccer to the saddle, Tulsa boasts sports galore. Catch some of the action at any of these offerings, or find more info at visittulsa.com/events.
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TULSA DRILLERS milb.com/tulsa
ake your date out to the ball game and watch the Tulsa Drillers T play downtown at ONEOK Field! Games frequently include discount nights, fireworks displays, giveaways and more. TULSA OILERS tulsaoilers.com
ind Tulsa’s professional ice hockey team, who play in the East F Coast Hockey League, at the BOK Center. An evening at an Oilers game is a guarantee for some exciting action on the ice. You may think Tulsa’s too hot for hockey and if that’s the case, maybe the Oilers are too hot for you.
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 Pintos. Experience rodeos, barrel racing and calf roping events. Plus, check out summertime quarter horse racing at nearby Fair Meadows.
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RACING tulsaracewaypark.com
Catch races at Osage Casino Tulsa Raceway Park and Hallett Motor Racing Circuit. Calendar available at tulsaracewaypark.com
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COLLEGIATE ulsa hosts regional and T national tournaments throughout the year including events like the 2022 Big 12 Wrestling Championships March 6, to the USA Taekwondo Central Grand Prix June 2 - 6, 2022. Learn more at tulsasports.org. Additionally, The University of Tulsa and Oral Roberts University offer the best of competitive sports on the collegiate level. For ticket information, visit tulsagoldenhurricane.com for University of Tulsa or oruathletics.com for Oral Roberts University.
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KICKING & SCREAMING LOOKING TO GET THAT ADRENALINE PUMPING? FC Tulsa is Oklahoma’s premier professional soccer club. The team plays in the USL Championship, the second division of U.S. Soccer and much like the scissor-tailed flycatcher (Oklahoma’s state bird) featured prominently in their logo – this team is all about speed, upward momentum – and reaching new heights. When FC Tulsa is playing downtown – you’ll know it. And if you haven’t been to a match yet, that FOMO you’re feeling right now – it’s natural.
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TALK ABOUT A GRAND ENTRANCE NO LONGER JUST HOST CITY FOR THE BMX GRAND NATIONALS… NOW HOME TO USA BMX! Ribbon cutting took place Feb. 15.
New 25,000-square-foot headquarters building and USA BMX Hall of Fame next door to the Hardesty National BMX Stadium–an outdoor free-span arena with seating for 2,000 that will host weekly racing, practices, coaching clinics, elite training camps and many World Cup events–just north of downtown.
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PUTTING THE “ART” IN ART DECO WALL-TO-WALL HUMAN EXPRESSION, LITERALLY. Tulsa’s skyline alone is a thing of beauty with breath-taking art deco at every turn. As you close in for further examination, each building, alley and brick has something unique and meaningful to say. If you have time, be sure to check out a mural tour or peruse one Tulsa’s fine art or history museums.
MURALS BLACK WALL STREET MURAL visittulsa.com/bws-mural
WOODY GUTHRIE MURAL woodyguthriecenter.com
ural by Clean Hands on the side of the M Woody Guthrie Center in the Tulsa Arts District. More info on page 35.
y Donald “SCRIBE” Ross, artist, and Chris B “SKER” Rogers, project manager. Located on the south wall of I-244, it borders the parking lot of the Greenwood Cultural Center at 322 N. Greenwood Ave.
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A Greenwood District must-see.
Courtesy of Tyler Layne Photography.
Located in the Tulsa Arts District.
WORLD’S LARGEST AUGMENTED REALITY MURAL majesticmural.com
panning approximately S 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 FOR MORE above.
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MUSEUMS TULSA HISTORICAL SOCIETY & MUSEUM tulsahistory.org
PHILBROOK MUSEUM OF ART philbrook.org
ocated in the historic L Sam Travis mansion with rotating exhibit galleries 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. LIVING ARTS OF TULSA Livingarts.org
Philbrook formal gardens.
his gallery offers creative T 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. 108 CONTEMPORARY 108contemporary.org
Kehinde Wiley (American, b. 1977). Equestrian Portrait of Philip IV, 2017. On display at Philbrook Musuem.
gallery that strives to A 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.
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“MOST BEAUTIFUL PLACE IN OKLAHOMA” BY HOUSE BEAUTIFUL MAGAZINE onlyinyourstate.com/oklahoma
estled on 25-acres of N pristine gardens, offering world-class art in a villa that transports visitors to the Italian countryside. 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. The historical home of Waite and Genevieve Phillips features an addition with auditorium, Kitchen 27 restaurant, library and educational studios. Reserve admission in advance online and plan to spend half a day there if you can.
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Learn more about one of the world’s best collections of art deco architecture with a tour from the Tulsa Foundation for Architecture.
AHHA TULSA ahhatulsa.org
four-floor, 42,000-square foot building that A houses gallery space, studios and classrooms and a performance stage. Check out the EXPERIENCE Photo of ahha Tulsa. on the second floor an artistdriven, large-scale, fully immersive art installation that invites participants to explore a multimedia environment through sight, sound, movement and touch. Then, head to THE STUDIO on the third floor and create some art of your own! 30 ARTS & CULTURE
GREENWOOD GALLERY thegreenwoodgallery.com
gallery that honors the past and looks A toward the future with the tools of art and creativity. Displaying local artwork, creating events and celebrating Tulsa from Greenwood Ave. FIRST FRIDAY ART CRAWL visittulsa.com/first-friday-art-crawl
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his monthly event T features galleries, studios and museums as well as the part-time galleries in various shops opening their doors to show art. The Art Crawl is held on the first Friday of the month and is open from 6 - 9 p.m.
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TULSA FOUNDATION FOR ARCHITECTURE tulsaarchitecture.org
ulsa Foundation for Architecture offers walking T 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 FOR MORE baron’s penthouse! On any given tour, you might see beautiful examples of Art L KING Deco, Beaux Arts, FOR MORE? Gothic Revival and Head to Mid-Century Modern VISITTULSA.COM/ARTS buildings.
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TULSA INTERNATIONAL MAYFEST MAY 6 - 8, 2022 tulsamayfest.org
Tulsa tradition A since 1973, Mayfest is a springtime art and music festival that takes place in the Tulsa Arts District and historic Greenwood District. Hundreds of artists and musicians will descend upon downtown to dazzle thousands of festival goers with their
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work. Food trucks line the streets as festivities ensue all weekend long.
Nightingale performs at Mayfest 2021. Courtesy of Tulsa Mayfest.
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PRESS YOUR LUCK ENJOY TULSA’S WORLD-CLASS GAMING With three of the best casinos and resorts imaginable, not a single choice is a gamble.
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luxurious hotel rising 27 A 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
ffers a world-class casino O experience, from the rush of the high-stakes tables to
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electronic gaming options. Experienced chefs bring extraordinary care and attention to a menu of classic comfort food 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! HARD ROCK HOTEL AND CASINO hardrockcasinotulsa.com
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ry more than 2,400 of the T newest and most popular electronic games and enjoy Northeast Oklahoma’s largest non-smoking gaming floor. Their resort features a 19-story
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luxury hotel with more than 350 rooms and suites with an additional 100 suites in a stunning 10-story smoke-free hotel tower.
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TULSA’S MUSIC SCENE ECLECTIC MUSIC LIKE YOU’VE NEVER HEARD On par with its iconic art deco skyline, Tulsa’s soundtrack is best described as beautiful and harmonic. With so many unique layers of sounds, styles and creativity, there’s truly something for everyone in this legendary — yet evolving — music destination. Photo of Cain’s Ballroom.
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CAIN’S BALLROOM cainsballroom.com
n iconic dance hall and concert venue since the 1930s, Cain’s still attracts top A 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.
NOMINATED 9 TIMES FOR POLLSTAR ARENA OF THE YEAR IN 14-YEAR HISTORY pollstar.com/venue/bok-center-278083
BOK CENTER bokcenter.com
hen the world’s most renowned performers come to town, they W 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.
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TULSA THEATER tulsatheater.com
historic concert hall completed in 1914, The Tulsa Theater was originally designed to serve as the A city’s Municipal Auditorium and has since hosted some of world’s greatest musicians and entertainers. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1979, the Tulsa Theater has hosted musicians from sampling of performers who have graced the stage include Chicago, Al Green, Buddy Holly, B.B. King, Weezer and Vance Joy.
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UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL VANGUARD thevanguardtulsa.com
atch your favorite artist here before they’re C 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. THE COLONY colonytulsa.com
or more than 60 years, The Colony has been a F staple of the Tulsa music community. This Britishthemed local classic is nestled in Midtown and hosts live original music every night.
MUSIC HISTORY THE CHURCH STUDIO thechurchstudio.com
ormerly Grace F Methodist Episcopal Church founded in 1915, Church Studio was purchased by legendary musician Leon Russell in 1972 who transformed the Courtesy of Church Studio. building into a recording studio. The birthplace of the Tulsa Sound was recently restored by owners Ivan Acosta and Teresa Knox, which opened in 2021 as world-class recording studio and event space on the vibrant Studio Row. Y 10 O P E N MA
he Shrine is a classic Tulsa bar and music T 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. MERCURY LOUNGE mercuryloungetulsa.com
nother 18th and Boston spot boasting music A 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 Courtesy of Maggie’s Music Box. music in town. MAGGIE’S MUSIC BOX maggiesmusicbox.com
music venue, rum A bar and cantina in downtown Jenks, a close Tulsa suburb, relatively close to the Oklahoma Aquarium, River Spirit Casino and Turkey Mountain. Enjoy indoor and outdoor performance spaces and bayou vibes.
ffers unprecedented access to the creative O 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. WOODY GUTHRIE CENTER woodyguthriecenter.org
museum and center A 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.
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BOB DYLAN CENTER bobdylancenter.com
THE SHRINE tulsashrine.com
Photo of Silhouette Sneakers & Art in the historic Greenwood District.
TAKE HOME A PART OF TULSA YOU DESERVE TO SPLURGE. Maybe you’ve heard Tulsa’s a super affordable place to be. It’s also a super affordable place to shop!
TULSA SHOPPING DESTINATIONS CHERRY STREET visittulsa.com/cherry-street
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ust southeast of downtown–a J dynamic, foodie’s playground boasting around 20 restaurants– many locally owned. With antiques, boutiques and a cute neighborhood, it makes for the perfect brunch date, bar crawl or pleasant family dinner in a hip ambiance. UTICA SQUARE uticasquare.com
quaint, Instagrammable A (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.
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Treat yourself to something special from Moody’s or an evening at Polo Grill–or grab cafe fare from Queenie’s. BROOKSIDE brooksidetheplacetobe.com
lassy-yet-casual dining C joints, 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 Gathering Place. TULSA GLOBAL DISTRICT globaldistrict.org
et your daily dose of culture G 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.
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eruse one of the most P incredible sneaker stores in the US or pick up some Black Wall Street gear sold from historic buildings on Greenwood Ave. Afterwards, fuel up at Black Wall Street Liquid Lounge.
Photo of the Boxyard.
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I nspired 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.
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here’s always T 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 till you drop and expand your palate with some grub from any of the nearby restaurants. SOUTHROADS SHOPPING visittulsa.com/southroads
he area T 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 JENKS jenks.com
nown as “Antique Capital of K 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.
Mural by Carlos Barboza. Courtesy of the City of Broken Arrow.
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I n 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.
SAPULPA | CROSSROADS sapulpacrossroads.com
he Sapulpa Crossroads in downtown T Sapulpa offers local boutique and antique shopping, food and specialty stores that are all within walking distance. SAND SPRINGS sandspringsok.org
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nother quickly growing suburb A (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.
ulsa’s gateway to Keystone T Lake, Sand Springs is a tight-knit community with an adorable historic downtown home to enchanting dining and shopping options.
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he Redbud tree is well-recognized T 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.
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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.
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arwelden Mansion provides H a Bed and Breakfast experience with stunning 1920’s architecture, decor and English gardens all atop a hill overlooking the Arkansas River. Enjoy walking, scootering or bicycling to nearby attractions and restaurants. Perfect for
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travelers looking for a unique and luxurious experience. With exceptional service, this landmark is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Tulsa Club Hotel entrance.
BUCK’S COSMIC CRASH PAD buckatomson66.com
vailable on Airbnb, Buck’s A Cosmic Crash Pad is located directly behind Buck Atom’s Cosmic Curios on Route 66, east of downtown Tulsa. Experience a one of a kind “living gallery” where most of the artwork is for sale and each room comes with a view. Perfect for groups looking for an out-of-this-world stay. TULSA CLUB HOTEL visittulsa.com/tulsa-club-hotel
ind yourself in the center of F it all in this chic, historic Deco District stay. This restored 1927 hotel comes with a central downtown location– steps from world-class dining
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