While nicknamed “The Garden Spot of Oklahoma” for its rich agrarian heritage, there are plenty more reasons to visit Bixby, Oklahoma aside from it being a great place to find fresh vegetables. The fastest-growing city in Oklahoma of around 27,454 people located about 20 miles south of the Tulsa International Airport, families are drawn to Bixby for its high-quality public schools while an increasing number of amenities follow as a result. Whether it’s homegrown businesses like the Bixby Telephone Company, cultural staples like the Bixby BBQ and Blues festival that’s known to be one of the best in Oklahoma, or even the city’s role as the setting for S.E. Hinton’s best-selling novel, Tex (1979), Bixby has made a name for itself, aside from it being a great place to procure the most delicious produce.
Just 12.7 miles south of Tulsa International Airport lies Broken Arrow, Tulsa’s largest suburb of
around 109,000 residents. Named after a former settlement of a Creek community in Alabama that moved to Indian Territory in the 1830s, Broken Arrow is a very modern and bustling residential area boasting an eclectic blend of both popular national retailers and local businesses. With vibrant attractions like the Rose District where roses adorn this walkable, cultural hub containing a stateof-the-art performance art center, a museum, a brewery, several unique restaurants and more, it’s no wonder that Broken Arrow has received accolades like the “9th Most Customer-Friendly U.S. City” from Yelp. Broken Arrow High School’s band, dubbed The Pride of Broken Arrow, is even a 12-time Grand National Finalist and a 2-time Bands of America Grand National Champion.
Named after Dr. A.H. Collins, an engineer and surveyor who first surveyed the area, Collinsville is home to approximately 7,000 people and is
located just north of Owasso, about 17 miles north of Tulsa International Airport. With a meticulously manicured parks system offering recreational activities from splash pads and skateparks to mountain biking and hiking, along with a quaint downtown curating frequent events that are fun for the whole family, Collinsville offers everything a visitor could want in terms of small town charm.
Were it not for Glenpool, Tulsa might not have been the city that we know and love today! Named after the Glenn Pool field where oil was discovered in 1905, the town of Glenpool is now home to a tightknit community of approximately 14,000 people,
located about 23 miles southwest of the Tulsa International Airport. The Glenpool Creek Indian Community Center is responsible for much of the happenings and community interaction in Glenpool, however, the most anticipated event every year is the BlackGold Days Festival, where a variety of food and craft vendors, live entertainment, frog and turtle races, the Optimist Horseshoe Tournament, carnival rides and even a beer garden can be enjoyed at BlackGold Park.
Deemed the “Antique Capital of Oklahoma” for the wealth of boutiques that can be found here, Jenks, Oklahoma is a suburb of approximately 23,000 situated in a location that flirts with the Arkansas River about 19.6 miles southwest of the Tulsa International Airport. While many Tulsans flock to Jenks for the 96th St. and Riverside Drive section of the Riverwalk to walk, shop, eat, listen to live music and enjoy the lively environment, the city of Jenks is defined by much more than just their beautiful portion of the Arkansas River. It is home to First Oklahoma Bank’s headquarters, an elite high school football team that has won 14 state championships and even the Oklahoma Aquarium, which houses the world’s largest bull shark collection!
Just over 9 miles north of the Tulsa International Airport is Owasso, a town of nearly 37,000 that prides itself on being a ‘City of Character’. Whether it’s submitting newspaper editorials about the monthly character trait or meeting with local business leaders encouraging them to implement a character initiative in their place of business, Owasso is a community that loves to rally around their local high school team, the Owasso Rams. While a smaller-yet-growing city, there’s no shortage of buzz in Owasso, as their great public schools, a premier championship public golf course, and even an appearance in The Outsiders
(1983) make Owasso a homely destination worth visiting.
Founded in 1907 by the philanthropist Charles Page, Sand Springs is the only planned industrial town in the state, now home to approximately 20,000 people. The city is approximately 19 miles west of the Tulsa International Airport. The foundations that Page laid for the community were never forgotten, as the Sand Spring Children’s Home still operates to this day. Aside from the several diligent and active philanthropic entities Sand Springs is known for, visitors frequently enjoy the area’s outdoor offerings, from the Canyons at Blackjack Ridge, a private, 18-hole golf course, to cabins at Keystone State Park, to the 1300acre Keystone Ancient Forest (which predates the establishment of the United States), where magnificent 500-year-old cedars and 300-year-old post oak trees can be found.
The town of Sapulpa is home to around 21,000 residents and can be found approximately 23 miles southwest from the Tulsa International Airport along Historic Route 66. Named after the area’s first permanent settler, a creek indian of the Kasihta tribe, Sapulpa is a great destination for nostalgic and enthusiastic people intrigued by the Mother Road. Route 66 sites in Sapulpa include the Heart of Route 66 Auto Museum which features the world’s tallest replica of an antique visible gas pump, and the Rock Creek Bridge, a notable 1921 metal bridge that was a fixture along the Mother Road years ago.
The 2nd largest city in Oklahoma and the 47thmost populous in the U.S. at approximately 400,000 people, Tulsa, once known as the “oil capital of the world”, attracts people from every walk of life wanting to live even just a slice of their life on Tulsa Time. Tulsa is a place where large, headquartered companies like QuikTrip, BOK Financial Corporation and ONEOK coexist with a thriving and ambitious local scene that defines cultural life in Tulsa by way of an engaging arts community, a culinary utopia and a seemingly endless amount of unique boutiques. Aside from being a place of opportunity, Tulsa boasts an impressive amount of art deco architecture that goes toe to toe with even the largest cities, a halfbillion-dollar park that beckons to be explored by all, a rich history of music that inspired a genre named after the city and so much more. There’s just no place quite like T-Town.
City City Tax State County Subtotal Occupancy Total
Owasso 4.05% 4.50% 0.37% 8.92% 5% 13.92%
Collinsville 4.30% 4.50% 0.37% 9.17% 4% 13.17%
Broken Arrow 3.55% 4.50% 0.37% 8.42% 4% 12.42%
Bixby 4.05% 4.50% 0.37% 8.92% 4% 12.92%
Jenks 3.55% 4.50% 0.37% 8.42% 4% 12.42%
Sand Springs 4.05% 4.50% 0.37% 8.92% 4% 12.92%
Sapulpa 4% 4.50% 0.37% 8.87% 4% 12.87%
Glenpool 5.10% 4.50% 0.37% 9.97% 5% 14.97%
Tulsa 3.65% 4.50% 0.37% 8.52% 5% 13.52%
THE TULSA SPORTS COMMISSION (TSC) is a division under Tulsa Regional Tourism. TSC was created in 1993 to attract and develop sporting events and conventions. TSC is a founding member of the Sports Events and Tourism Association (Sports ETA).
TSC is a 501c3 and governed by an executive committee and board of directors. Leadership consists of area business leaders and sportsvested volunteers who are passionate about events. TSC is successful in bringing renowned sporting events, such as national collegiate basketball tournaments, bowling, bike championships, and baseball, softball and golf tournaments to the Tulsa region. Most recently, TSC hosted the 2017 Bassmaster Classic and successfully recruited the NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships.
Since its inception, TSC has accounted for more than $300 million in economic impact to the Tulsa region by helping attract, market and host championships and sports-related clinics and conventions.
Tulsa Sports Commission Mission: To create a positive economic impact in the Tulsa region through attracting, developing and facilitating sports events, sports-related conventions and other sports ventures enhancing the community’s quality of life.
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USA GYMNASTICS REGION 3 LEVEL 7 CHAMPIONSHIPS
USA ULTIMATE DUST BOWL
Successful group travel goes beyond accommodations and agendas. We know you are looking for the wow factor that will make your group’s experience one to remember. Our complimentary planning resources can help you plan a day, a weekend, a week, or a longer stay in Tulsa that fits your group’s interests. From site selection to hands-on support the day of your event, our knowledgeable Sales Team and our Experience and Events Team will be there to help every step of the way.
Whether visiting Tulsa for the first-time or returning, our Sales Team and our Experience and Events Team will make your trip memorable. Our teams will create an itinerary for you that shows you all Tulsa has to offer for event venues, off-site events, dining around Tulsa, and making final preparations for a great event.
The Tulsa Savings Pass offers discounts to event attendees. Several discounts are offered throughout the city including attractions, hotels, restaurants, and fun activities. Attendees can sign up for the program and show their mobile device at participating businesses to start saving instantly.
Tulsa Regional Tourism’s mobile visitor’s center is your resource for informational brochures, helpful staff, free wi-fi hotspot, charging stations for mobile devices, maps, and much more. Find the
“MVC” at large-events across Tulsa, or request at your event.
The Experience and Events Team can assist you with all logistics to make your event successful. From putting you in touch with venues, local speakers, transportation, and everything in between, we are here to help.
Tulsa Regional Tourism partners with RSVP Tulsa, Retired Senior Volunteer Program, for assistance during large events. You can find RSVP volunteers at information and registration tables, in our Mobile Visitor’s Center and more. Their experience and passion for Tulsa make them a valuable asset for accommodating the needs of your group.
In addition to the assistance above, the Experience and Events Team has other opportunities to help make your experience in Tulsa memorable.
Contact us to hear about everything we have to offer.
In principle and practice, Tulsa Regional Tourism believes diversity, equity and inclusion are essential to supporting our residents and visitors. We strive to foster an inclusive organizational culture for individuals to experience authentic, respectful interactions with Tulsa’s destination marketing organization. We believe that celebrating diversity, championing equity and cultivating inclusion should be reflected in the cultural landscape of the Tulsa region.
Tulsa Regional Tourism believes that our suppliers should reflect the faces of our members and communities. By including and supporting diverse businesses in our supply chain, we create jobs, opportunity and growth for the diverse business owners and communities we serve.
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E HAVE THE SPORTS FACILITIES TO HANDLE YOUR SPORTING EVENT–from indoor courts to outdoor fields to a wellknown arena –all located within 30 minutes of downtown Tulsa. Tulsa County can handle the needs of your events and athletes. Our professional staff will make sure you have what you need to feel right at home while enjoying the sport you love.
Bentley Park Sports Complex in Bixby was recently recognized for the “Top Design in the State” by the Oklahoma Recreation Sports Society.
The 565,000-square-foot BOK Center has a reputation for breaking records and is considered one of the world’s busiest concert destinations. This award-winning facility has a seating capacity of 19,199 and the flexibility to handle a variety of events.
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300 + occupants Daktronics sports scoreboard system
Bleacher system seating for 240 people Large vehicular door access
Sports multi-purpose flooring Court marking for basketball, volleyball and recreational use
940 square feet Sports multi-purpose flooring
Approximately 20-48 occupants See through glass wall
1,150 square feet Baseball and softball pitching machine
Approximately 20-40 occupants Baseball and softball pitching mounds
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1,162 square feet Commercial carpet flooring
450 square feet Large buffet style serving window
Host to galas, receptions, tradeshows, concerts and conventions, the newlyrenovated and award-winning Cox Business Convention Center, is right downtown, within walking distance of a variety of entertainment options and eateries.
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The Pavilion is Tulsa’s historic art deco arena, which is known for being the ideal venue for concerts, entertainment, horse shows, and fun for the whole family. Every seat has a perfect view, making the Pavilion the best choice in the heart of Tulsa.
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Central Park Hall incorporates modern functionality with the art deco architecture of the past. One of the most unique venues in Tulsa, highlighted by a second floor mezzanine that overlooks the main exhibit space. Expo Square is enthused about Central Park Hall, we invite you to experience this eye-catching space, which is perfect for your next event.
• Square Footage: 43,000 square feet
• Two Meeting Rooms
• Two Ticket Offices
• Convenient Access & Drive-Through Doors
• One Show Offices
• Available Utilities: Water, Gas, Electric & Sewage
• Public Announcement Sound System
MAX CAPACITY 5,375 75% 4,031 50% 2,687 25% 1,343
TOTAL SQUARE FEET: 58,500
The Exchange Center provides a successful event environment that is highlighted by the facility’s convenience and amenities. Designed to meet client’s expectations, the facility allows show producers the versatility and flexibility to meet their needs.
• Square Footage: 58,500 square feet
• Three Meeting Rooms
• Convenient Access & Drive-Through Doors
• Two Show Offices
• Available Utilities: Water, Gas, Electric & Sewage
• Public Announcement Sound System
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495 N Birch St • Jenks, OK 74037 918-299-4415 ext. 4353 jenkscommunityed.com
Olympic-size pool measures 50 meters long by 25 yards wide, with a minimum depth of 7 feet
8 competition lanes
Cutting-edge technological advancements in water treatment and sanitation provide the clearest, cleanest water available
1 digital LED display board
Moveable bulkhead
Measures 25 meters long by 15 yards wide depths ranging from 3.5 feet to 12 feet
6 swimming lanes
Warmer-water pool, with temperatures ranging from 82-84 degrees, was designed for non-competitive aquatic programs
The state-of-the-art Jenks Trojan Aquatic Center is located on the West side of the Jenks High School Campus. The Center houses a variety of programs for all ages--from infants to senior citizens. For children, they offer swim lessons, the Jenks Trojan Swim Club, and open lap swimming. Birthday party rental is also available. Adults will enjoy our fitness classes, swim lessons, Masters Swim Workouts, open lap swimming, stroke clinics and more.
Elevated seating for 1,200 in main competition pool Two sets of locker rooms (boys and girls)
Concession stand
Multiple meeting rooms
Large deck space
This 234-acre community park is located adjacent to the Arkansas River. The East Complex offers 13 soccer fields, five of those lighted, and 16 lighted baseball fields. It also features three picnic shelters with tables, a playground area, and supporting amenities. New restroom and concession facilities are being built for both baseball and soccer. The West complex offers 11 more soccer fields, with added parking and a concessions stand. There are also two adult softball fields (The Al Graham Adult Softball Complex) and supporting amenities.
Soccer Fields 13 in East Complex (5 lighted),
Titan Sports and Performance Center was founded by a group of local investors that saw a need for a premier sports facility in the market. But the facility had to offer several amenities. Tulsa Hills for retail and dining, Turkey Mountain for outdoor recreation, Margaritaville and Flying Tee for fun and countless hotels nearby, are just a few things to enjoy while you are in the area. Titan Sports and Performance Center will take each athlete through every facet as they practice, performance and play the sport they love.
60 acres conveniently located
175,000 sq. ft. indoor facility
Offers fields and courts for soccer, volleyball, lacrosse, basketball and futsal
10 outdoor soccer fields
2 outdoor lacrosse fields
2 indoor soccer fields
8 indoor basketball courts
16 indoor volleyball courts, Titan Sports and Performance Center
16,000 square foot fitness center, athlete training center as well as a sports medicine and rehab hub.
6836 S Mingo Rd • Jenks, OK 74133 918-357-7480 unionps.org/umac/ MAXIMUM
2,934 - 5,662 seat John Q. Hammons Arena
27,480 sq. ft. Arena floor space
Accessible handicap seating
1,808 sq. ft. meeting rooms
4,350 sq. ft. Redskin Room
SouthCrest Wellness & Sports Medicine Center
Two ticket booths
Six concession stands
Portable hardwood basketball court
Four permanent high school basketball courts
Electronic scoreboard
Portable hardwood basketball court
The Union Multipurpose Activity Center, is a mid-sized venue and includes a 5,600-seat multi-use arena, versatile floor space, a spirit store, locker and dressing rooms, concessions, offices and a wellness center managed by the YMCA.
The UMAC was designed to easily accommodate conventions, trade shows, sporting events, conference and performances as well as meet the needs of our students and patrons. It is located in the heart of south Tulsa, visitors are only minutes away from three major highways, retail shops, restaurants and hotels.
• 2002 Western Athletic Conference Men’s and Women’s Tennis Championships
• 2002 NCAA Division I Men’s Tennis Championships First/Second Round Regionals
• 2004 NCAA Division I Men’s Tennis Championships
• 2008 NCAA Men’s and Women’s Division I Championships
• 2016 NCAA Men’s and Women’s Division I Tennis Championships
Tulsa County boasts more than 17,000 hotel rooms, with properties to fit every group.
So no matter which conference hotel or area you choose, we have a wide variety of accommodations to support your group’s overflow needs. The Tulsa Convention & Visitors Bureau can handle all the details with your designated hotels, provide attendees with one source for all their hotel reservation needs, and provide you with regular status updates on reservation requests.
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100 East 2nd Street • Tulsa, OK 74103 918-234-1234 918-560-2232 hyatt.com/en-US/hotel/oklahoma/hyatt-place-tulsa-downtown/tulzt
Salon I 60' x 80' x 22' 4800 400 200 – – 400 250
Salon II 30' x 40' x 22' 1,200 80 40 20 22 110 50
Salon III 30' x 40' x 22' 1,200 80 40 20 22 110 50
Salon IV 120' x 60' x 22' 7,200 550 250 – – 800 400
Salon V 120' x 60' x 22' 7,200 550 250 – – 800 400
Salon VI 60' x 40' x 22' 2,400 200 80 40 44 260 120
Salon VII 60' x 40' x 22' 2,400 200 80 40 44 260 120
Salon VIII 30' x 40' x 22' 1,200 80 40 20 22 130 50 Salon IX 30' x 40' x 22' 1,200 80 40 20 22 130 50
Madrid Ballroom 60' x 120' x 15.6' 7,200 750 300 – – 800 500
Madrid I 60' x 40' x 15.6' 2,400 250 100 – – 260 150
Madrid II 60' x 40' x 15.6' 2,400 250 100 – – 260 150
Madrid III 60' x 40' x 15.6' 2,400 250 100 – – 260 150
Seville Ballroom 78' x 50' x 13.6' 3,900 360 210 – – 400 240
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200 West Albany Street • Tulsa, OK 74012 918-416-8104 918-940-7499 stoneycreekhotels.com/hotel/travel/brokenarrow/home.html
It’s no surprise that Tulsa is ranked in the top 20 of most drivable cities in the U.S. by Wallethub. Most Tulsans travel by car because, on Tulsa Time, nothing is ever too far away. You can expect a 1520 minute commute to almost any part of Tulsa.
Once you get to your destined part of town, it’s never a bad idea to take a stroll and truly take in all the vibrant sites our city has to offer. Gatsbian art deco architecture combined with an everincreasing amount of artful murals in a downtown that is deep in the process of urban planning for improved walkability, you’ve got to take in the sights while you’re here.
Looking for some light exercise as you explore Tulsa? Thanks to This Machine Tulsa, you can explore Tulsa on two wheels starting at $2 with a 15 cent per minute fee after your first 10 minutes, or just $8 for a whole day of riding. The bikes are electric, so you control how hard you work. To get started, all you have to do is download the This Machine app, find a bike, and ride. The app even has curated routes optimized for different themed, self-guided tours of Tulsa!
Scooters more your speed? Bird and Lime electric scooters can be found all over town and have become a new favorite for Tulsans and visitors looking for a fun way to zip to and fro.
The AEROBUS is Tulsa’s one-and-only bus transportation. These modern buses feature sheltered seating, bicycle racks, level boarding, onboard WiFi, charging stations and real-time arrival signs. The bus has one route that follows the Peoria corridor, a prominent street that runs through the entirety of Tulsa and connects people to many major destinations in Tulsa. The process is easy. People seeking transit on the AEROBUS need only to purchase a pass and use it at the farebox. The buses run every 15-20 minutes and must be boarded at a designated stop.
Alamo Car Rental Airport alamo.com • 833.338.3324
7777 E Apache St, Tulsa, OK 74115
Avis Car Rental Airport avis.com • 918.838.5148 7777 E Apache St, Tulsa, OK 74115
Avis Car Rental Elgin avis.com • 918.582.2534 602 S Elgin Ave, Tulsa, OK 74120
Avis Car Rental Lewis avis.com • 918.494.7896 Spectrum Shopping Center, 6950 S Lewis Ave, Tulsa, OK 74136
Budget Car Rental 41st budget.com • 918.622.7778 7722 E 41st St, Tulsa, OK 74145
Budget Car Rental Airport Location budget.com • 918.836.3761 7777 E Apache St, Tulsa, OK 74115
Budget Car Rental Elgin budget.com • 918.585.5201 602 S Elgin Ave, Tulsa, OK 74120
Budget Car Rental Lewis budget.com • 918.298.5763 Spectrum Shopping Center, 6950 S Lewis Ave, Tulsa, OK 74136
Dollar Rent-A-Car Airport dollar.com • 918.838.5236 Tulsa International Airport, 7777 E Apache St, Tulsa, OK 74115
Enterprise Rent-A-Car 11th Street enterprise.com • 918.583.4880 2228 E 11th St, Tulsa, OK 74104
Enterprise Rent-A-Car 51st enterprise.com • 918.622.4880 10104 E 51st St, Tulsa, OK 74146
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car Harvard Location enterprise.com • 918.743.3220 5416 S Harvard Ave, Tulsa, OK 74135
Enterprise Rent-A-Car Memorial enterprise.com • 918.622.4880 4817 S Memorial Dr, Tulsa, OK 74145
Enterprise Rent-A-Car Near Airport enterprise.com • 918.835.4884 6415 E Apache St, Tulsa, OK 74115
Hertz Car Rental Airport hertz.com • 918.838.3129 7727 E Young Pl, Tulsa, OK 74115
Hertz Car Rental Memorial hertz.com • 918.627.5516 4406 S Memorial Dr, Tulsa, OK 74145
Payless Car Rental Airport paylesscar.com • 918.835.6312 7727 E Young Pl Suite 200, Tulsa, OK 74115
Green Cab Company greentaxicabtulsa.com • 918.835.2222 6565 E 21st Pl Ste C, Tulsa, OK 74103
Health Ride (for seniors w/disability needs)
healthridetulsa.org • 918.404.0038 6914 S Yorktown Ave, Tulsa, OK 74136
Joy Ride Taxi 918.559.7433 1720 E 67th Pl, Tulsa, OK 74136
Lyft lyft.com/cities/tulsa
Old Urban Trolley (for tours of Tulsa) oldurbantrolley.com • 918.744.1100 6402 S. 126th W. Ave., Sapulpa, OK 74066
Uber www.uber.com/cities/tulsa/
Yellow Checker Cab tulsayellowtaxicab.com/booking • 918.582.6161 11176 E Skelly Dr, Tulsa, OK 74128
918 Limos 918limos.com • 833.222.3171
First Class Limousine Tulsa firstclasslimotulsa.com • 918.610.5466 1209 W Detroit St, Broken Arrow, OK 74012
Galaxy Limo galaxylimotulsa.com • 918.481-3374 5540 S 94th E Ave, Tulsa, OK 74145
Kristal Limousine kristallimo.com • 918.261-5066 8023 E 63rd Pl #600, Tulsa, OK 74133
Luxury Limos of Tulsa 918.998-7771
2021 S Lewis Ave #660, Tulsa, OK 74104
Sky Limo 888.592.1117 7753 S Mingo Rd, Tulsa, OK
VIP Limousine viplimo.net • 918.492-5984 1831 E 71st St, Tulsa, OK 74136
All Seasons Charter Bus Tulsa tulsacharterbus.com • 918.442.1299
Kincaid Coach Lines kincaidcoach.com • 800.998.1901 1222 W 37th Pl, Tulsa, OK 74107
Party Express Party Bus Tulsa partybustulsa.com • 918.249.4386 9141 E 69th Pl, Tulsa, OK 74133
Village Travel villagetours.net • 918.739.3673 19414 E Admiral Pl, Catoosa, OK 74015
A 2019 study in the Journal of Sports Sciences said that eating two pizzas a week helped CrossFit athletes’ performance. What more reason do you need than to seek refuge from pesky rain delays eating 2 (heck, maybe 3) of HIDEAWAY PIZZA’s (Tulsa Metro) famed pies that have been an Oklahoman staple since the ‘50s? From the highly controversial-yetdelicious Maui Magic with pineapple, mandarin oranges and Canadian bacon, to authentic
classics like the Sicilian topped with all of Italy’s favorite tubed and spicy meats, to exceptional veggie options like the Farmer’s Market, Hideaway Pizza serves pizza that is truly inventive and savory.
“Since I am not a rabbit, no, I would not [like some salad]”. If you connect personally with Ron Swanson’s legendary quote, then BURN CO. BBQ (Jenks) might be the place for you. The Tulsa barbecue experts that originally entered the biz trying to find ways to sell Hasty-Bake grills have opened a new location on the Jenks Riverwalk. Serving mountains of meat that is smoked to perfection, a visit to Burn Co. is all the evidence you need to explain why Tulsans for years have lined up outside the restaurant as if they were waiting in line for a summer blockbuster.
Need to feed a lot of people? Here are the best places for large groups.
While the atmosphere is that of a speakeasy, if this swanky creole-cajun establishment had been around in the actual prohibition era, it wouldn’t have lasted long, because once you visit NOLA’S CREOLE & COCKTAILS (Tulsa), you simply have to tell your friends about it. From fresh oysters to redfish to classic gumbo, etouffee, or jambalaya, Nola’s delivers the spice of New Orleans straight to your yearning taste buds in Tulsa.
Whether you are a cheesehead or a diehard fan of “Da Bears”, whether you think Jordan is the greatest of all-time or you think LeBron has surpassed him, there’s one thing that everyone can agree on: SAVASTANO’S PIZZERIA (Bixby) will leave a savory impression on your taste buds that will last longer than even the infamous Curse of the Billy Goat. Savastano’s family tradition of serving
up a seemingly endless variety of deep dish pizzas along with a plethora of appetizers that are always fried, cheesy, or both, is a tradition that the team must taste while they are in town.
Located in the charming and historic Rose District of Broken Arrow, MAIN STREET TAVERN serves a mouth-watering variety of American fare that will have you trying to grow an extra stomach. With starters like lobster nachos and beer-battered mozzarella, it’s hard to believe that the food could get any better until hearty entrees like steak, burgers, and pasta make it to your table. Extra innings? Have no fear! Main Street Tavern even has a late-night menu that is served until 1 am so that you can refuel. Following victory or defeat, Main Street Tavern is sure to make anyone leave satisfied.
Whether it’s cutting loose with games, participating in fun-yet-educational activities, or just breathing in some fresh air, there is recreational fun to be had in all forms in Tulsa!
A one-stop spot that’s sure to entertain the whole team, MAIN EVENT in Jenks offers arcade games, billiards, laser tag, bowling, mini-golf, karaoke and more for an eclectic day of fun!
On warmer days, you can cool off by exploring SAFARI JOE’S H20 WATER & ADVENTURE PARK (Tulsa), where wave pools and water slides meet iguanas and other critters for a truly unique experience (and don’t worry, the animals have their own place to play)!
Waterpark goers aren’t the only aquatic life that inhabit Tulsa. Those with a nagging curiosity about marine life should head to the OKLAHOMA AQUARIUM (Jenks). The creatures that call our world’s mysterious and vast waters home are represented in full here, including the young-at-
heart alligator snapping turtle named Grandpa, who is estimated to have been born in 1898, roughly 9 years before Oklahoma was even a state! You will also have the opportunity to see the world’s largest bull shark collection, viewable from a transparent tunnel where the creatures that inspired Jaws circle around you. If that’s not enough, make your way over to the 85 sprawling acres of the TULSA ZOO located in one of the largest municipal parks in the United States! With 12 exhibits of close to 426 species of animals, you can explore and learn about the animal kingdom in its full glory. Other fun and educational opportunities can be found in the TULSA CHILDREN’S MUSEUM DISCOVERY LAB and the TULSA AIR AND SPACE MUSEUM & PLANETARIUM. At the Discovery Lab, unique programming encourages younger athletes to develop their creativity, criticalthinking, problem-solving and collaboration skills
. These skills are put to use in the Discovery Lab’s workshop, where visitors can play and design using “real stuff”. At the Tulsa Air and Space Museum, you can check out the historical exhibits such as Bill Pogue’s space-flown astronaut suit
From rain delays to large gaps in the schedule to a simple added vacation day to the trip, here are things to experience when you’re not competing.Tulsa Zoo
or the last B-24 built for World War II, while also engaging in hands-on activities like manipulating a space shuttle robotic arm! The planetarium offers immersive screenings of full-dome videos, and on select nights, even live star tours of the night sky!
Of course, time is always well spent in Mother Nature, and Tulsa is a city that prides itself on its green space. GATHERING PLACE (Tulsa) is a sprawling, 100-acre example of this! Aside from the vast amounts of year-round recreational space that Gathering Place offers, the whimsical park also hosts frequent and robust event programming for people of all ages. The TULSA BOTANICAL GARDENS is another colorful landscape ripe for exploration. By way of a 25 year master plan announced in 2012, which includes an Amphitheater, the Children’s Discovery Garden, floral terraces, the Inspiration Gardens, a chapel, a tropical conservatory, Edible Gardens, and even more acreage of untamed natural beauty to explore, the vast gardens are in a constant state of
blooming that you simply have to see for yourself. For the extra adventurous in search of a hike, both the OXLEY NATURE CENTER (Tulsa) and the TURKEY MOUNTAIN URBAN WILDERNESS TRAILS (Tulsa) are great ways to escape the city without ever really leaving it. The Oxley Nature Center is around 804 acres (compared to Central Park in NYC at 843 acres) and accommodates 9 miles of trails where you can see 700 different species of plants. The Turkey Mountain Urban Wilderness Trails extend out from the River Parks trails into 300 acres of undeveloped land. At the trailhead, you can even witness an unrivaled view of the Tulsa skyline from afar!
You came to Tulsa for sports, and even when you’re not playing, you can watch collegiate, semipro, and pro sports all in Tulsa! Check out TULSA DRILLERS, TULSA OILERS, TULSA FC, TU ATHLETICS, ORU ATHLETICS to find out where all the action is happening!
Bailey Ranch Golf Club 10105 Larkin Bailey Blvd., Owasso 918-274-4653 baileyranchgolf.com
Battle Creek Golf Club 3200 N Battlecreek Dr., Broken Arrow 918-355-4850 battlecreekgolf.net
The Canyons at Blackjack Ridge 1801 N McKinley Ave., Sand Springs 918-246-2606 thecanyonsatblackjackridge.com
Cherokee Hills Golf Club 770 W Cherokee St, Catoosa 918-384-7600 hardrockcasinotulsa.com/golf
Golf Suites 600 Riverwalk Terrace, Jenks 918-528-7717 golfsuites.com
Forest Ridge Golf Club 7501 E Kenosha St., Broken Arrow 918-357-2282 forestridge.com
LaFortune Park Golf Course 5501 S Yale Ave 918-496-6200 lafortunegolfclub.com
The Links on Memorial Golf & Athletic Club 11500 Links Ct., Bixby 918-369-6035 linksonmemorial.apartments
Lit’l Links Golf Club 11915 S 129th E Ave., Broken Arrow 918-481-3673 litllinks.com
Mohawk Park Golf Course 5223 E 41st St N 918-425-6871 tulsagolf.org
Page Belcher Golf Course 6666 S Union Ave 918-446-1529 tulsagolf.org
Sapulpa Municipal Golf Course 1200 W Dewey Ave, Sapulpa 918-224-0237 cityofsapulpa.net
South Lakes Golf Course 9253 S Elwood Ave, Jenks 918-746-3760 southlakesgolf.com
Broken Arrow Golf & Athletic Club 1651 E Omaha St., Broken Arrow 918-355-0602 brokenarrowgolfac.com
Cedar Ridge Country Club 10302 S Garnett Rd., Broken Arrow 918-252-2501 crccok.com
The Club at Indian Springs 16006 E 131st St. S, Broken Arrow 918-455-7431 indianspringsclub.com
Golf Club of Oklahoma 20400 E 141st St., Broken Arrow 918-486-6575 golfcluboklahoma.com
MeadowBrook Country Club 9300 E 81st St 918-252-4121 meadowbrookcc.net
Oaks Country Club 6500 S 49th W Ave. 918-446-6161 oakscountryclub.com
Owasso Golf & Athletic Club 13604 E 84th St., Owasso 918-274-4884 owassogolfac.com
The Patriot Golf Club 5790 N Patriot Dr., Owasso 918-272-1260 patriotgolfclub.com
Southern Hills Country Club 2636 E 61st St. 918-492-3351 southernhillscc.com
Tulsa Country Club 701 N Union Ave. 918-585-8151 tulsacountryclub.com
RAY HOYT
President, Tulsa Regional Tourism
RHoyt@VisitTulsa.com (918) 560-0273
ASHLEIGH BACHERT, CSEE
Vice President - Sales, Tulsa Regional Tourism
AshleighBachert@VisitTulsa.com (918) 560-0260
JOEL KOESTER
Director - Sports Sales, Tulsa Sports Commission
JoelKoester@TulsaSports.org (918) 560-0291
The blue field symbolizes the Arkansas River, and the many resources it has provided throughout our history and today.
The horizontal line represents the 1901 discovery of oil, the “black gold” that brought substantial growth and commerce to this land.
The shield represents the Native American tribes forced to relocate to this region. It is also a nod to the Oklahoma state flag.
Within the shield, the red circle represents the blood shed and lives lost during the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre that destroyed Black Wall Street, the most prosperous African American community in the country.
The beige field represents the warmth and community commonly found in Tulsa.
The beige star at the center represents Tulsa’s bright future. A nod to Tulsa’s Art Deco architecture, it shows that we heal from past wounds and continue to flourish as an icon of a uniquely American city.
In 2017, a group of private citizens organized an effort to design a new flag for the city of Tulsa. The effort, called the Tulsa Flag Project, received nearly 400 design submissions, of which three were
chosen as finalists. Of the more than 8,000 votes cast by citizens on these finalists, 51% were for the winning design. Local citizens and businesses have widely embraced the design, and it is flown throughout Tulsa.
