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I recently heard this exclamation while working from a local coffee shop. Two women near my table were animatedly discussing their shock upon arriving to Tulsa for the first time and finding much more than the piece of flyover country they were apparently expecting.

I smiled to myself, welling up with pride of course, but also silently agreeing with them — and not just because I’m biased being from Tulsa.

Having recently returned from living in Europe for a year, I was also head-to-toe “shook” when I came home to find the explosion of arts, restaurants and culture

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markets, foodie fare, green spaces, music, art and life. Kids today are growing up with epic playground memories from days spent at Gathering Place, which was named USA Today’s Best City Park in 2024 (more on p. 16). And Greenwood Rising History Center now provides an immersive and powerful walk-through exploration of Black Wall Street and the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre, an event once kept from Tulsa’s history books (read more about Tulsa’s museums, including Greenwood Rising, starting on p. 46).

I am so proud of how far Tulsa has come and all that it has to offer. Its kaleidoscope essence is formed by so many individual pieces, like big-sky sunsets and buildings frosted with art deco details; saucy barbecue joints and lunch counter burgers; live music spilling out into the streets every night of the week; and cool pop culture touchpoints like The Outsiders House Museum and Bob Dylan Center all coming together to create the whole glittering picture.

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Find the Golden Driller at Expo Square, 4145 E. 21st St.

8 FESTIVALS AND EVENTS

Have a ball at one of these annual events with local flair.

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14 ATTRACTIONS

A selection of Tulsa crowdpleasers and points of interest for all ages.

20 SHOPPING

A guide to area shopping districts and must-dos.

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30 MUSIC AND NIGHTLIFE

Where to experience Tulsa’s wealth of musical talent.

35 DINING

Plan your meals and happy hours with this dining directory.

46 ARTS

Tulsa’s impressive galleries, museums and art centers.

56 SPORTS AND OUTDOORS 62 SUBURBS

Tulsa’s neighbors offer a plethora of things to do.

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Explore spots to bike, golf and more, plus activities for sports fans and kids.

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MAY 3

CARNEY FEST Carney Fest is a daylong celebration of music at the historic Church Studio and surrounding neighborhood.

With its name inspired by Leon Russell’s 1972 album “Carney,” festival organizers lean into the theme of an old-school, carnival-type vibe. Expect to find street performers, food trucks, exhibitors, shopping, art installations and more at this family-friendly event.

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FESTIVALS AND EVENTS JANUARY Through Jan. 6 Arvest Winterfest BOK Center, 200 S. Denver Ave. tulsawinterfest.com 20 Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Parade Forms at North Detroit Avenue and John Hope Franklin Boulevard, proceeds south on Greenwood through the historic Greenwood District, and ends at East Archer Street and North Elgin Avenue. mlktulsa.com 27-Feb. 2 Tulsa Boat, Sport and Travel Show Expo Square, 4145 E. 21st St. tulsaboatshow.com FEBRUARY 14-16 Vintage Tulsa Show Expo Square, 4145 E. 21st St. heritageeventcompany.com MARCH 2-Sept. 21 FLORIGAMI in the Garden Tulsa Botanic Garden, 3900 Tulsa Botanic Drive tulsabotanic.org

APRIL 3-6 World Axe and Knife Throwing Championships WeStreet Ice Center, 4143 S. Yale Ave. worldaxethrowingleague.com, worldknifethrowingleague.com 11-12 SpringFest Tulsa Garden Center, 2435 S. Peoria Ave. tulsagardencenter.org/springfest 26 Jenks Herb and Plant Festival Downtown Jenks jenksgardenclub.com 26 Kendall Whittier Arts Festival Near Whittier Square, 1 S. Lewis Ave. visitkendallwhittier.com 26-June 1 Oklahoma Renaissance Festival The Castle of Muskogee, 3400 W. Fern Mountain Road, Muskogee okcastle.com TBA Big Bite Tulsa Arts District flywheeltulsa.com

6-9 Greater Tulsa Home and Garden Show Expo Square, 4145 E. 21st St. tulsahba.com/home-garden-showabout-the-show

MAY 2-4 Germanfest German-American Society of Tulsa, 2301 E. 15th St. gastulsa.org

7-9 Tulsa Irish Festival Dream Keepers Park, 1875 S. Boulder Ave. tulsairishfest.org

9-11 Tulsa Mayfest Downtown, tulsamayfest.org

8-9 Big 12 Wrestling Championship BOK Center, 200 S. Denver Ave. bokcenter.com 14-April 20 Tulsa Botanic BLOOMS! Tulsa Botanic Garden, 3900 Tulsa Botanic Drive tulsabotanic.org 17 St. Patrick’s Day Celebration Blue Dome District and Cherry Street arniesbar.com, tulsairishpub.com 22 OKGO Market Expo Square, 4145 E. 21st St. okgomarket.com 23-27 Oklahoma Jewish Film Festival Circle Cinema, 10 S. Lewis Ave. jewishtulsa.org/okjff TBA Los Festivales y Mercado Series (Also June, September and December) Whittier Square, 1 S. Lewis Ave. visitkendallwhittier.com 10 Tulsa Guest Guide

10-11 The Oddities and Curiosities Expo Expo Square, 4145 E. 21st St. odditiesandcuriositiesexpo.com

TBA Bixby BBQ and Blues Washington Irving Memorial Park, Bixby, 13700 S. Memorial Drive bixbyrotarybbq.com TBA Cinco de Mayo Celebration Elote Cafe and Catering, 514 S. Boston Ave. elotetulsa.com TBA Reconciliation in America National Symposium John Hope Franklin Center for Reconciliation, 322 N. Greenwood Ave. jhfcenter.org

TBA Water Lantern Festival Broken Arrow Event Complex, 21101 E. 101st St., Broken Arrow waterlanternfestival.com

23 Wild Brew Cox Business Convention Center, 100 Civic Center wildbrew.org

JUNE Thursdays in June, July and early August Summer’s Fifth Night Utica Square, East 21st Street and South Utica Avenue uticasquare.com/events/ summers-fifth-night

SEPTEMBER 12-15 Born and Raised Festival 1421 W. 450 Road, Pryor bornandraisedfestival.com

5-7 Wine and Jazz FETE LowDown, 108 N. Detroit Ave. okrootsmusic.org 6-8 Saint Francis Tulsa Tough Downtown Tulsa, tulsatough.com 6-9 OKM Music Festival Various locations, okmmusic.org 7 Big Ride Flywheel Field, 501 N. Main St. flywheeltulsa.com

15-18 Rooster Days Central Park, 1500 S. Main St., Broken Arrow roosterdays.com

20 Namastreet Downtown Yoga Location to be announced. downtowntulsa.com

TBA Amps on Admiral Whittier Square, 1 S. Lewis Ave. visitkendallwhittier.com

24-27 World of Dylan Tulsa Arts District, University of Tulsa dylan.utulsa.edu

TBA Switchyard Downtown, switchyardtulsa.com

18-21 Tulsa Juneteenth Festival Greenwood District, tulsajuneteenth.org

30-June 5 Just for Kids Festival Various locations. okmmusic.org

11-13 Tokyo, OK Marriott Tulsa Southern Hills, 1902 E. 71st St. oklahomaculture.org

AUGUST 14-16 Blue Whale Comedy Festival Tulsa Arts District bluewhalecomedyfestival.com

15-17 Black Wall Street Rally Greenwood District, blackwallstreetrally.com

16 Night Market Hannah Hall, 1801 S. Garnett Road globaldistrict.org

11-13 An Affair of the Heart Expo Square, 4145 E. 21st St. aaoth.com

21-22 Route 66 Road Fest Expo Square, 4145 E. 21st St. route66roadfest.com TBA Black Wall Street Legacy Festival blackwallstreetlegacyfest.com JULY 4 Folds of Honor Freedom Fest River West Festival Park, 2100 S. Jackson Ave.; Dream Keepers Park, 1875 S. Boulder Ave. freedomfesttulsa.com

18 918 Day Festival Chapman Green, 600 S. Main St. downtowntulsa.com 18-Oct. 30 Autumn in the Botanic Garden Tulsa Botanic Garden, 3900 Tulsa Botanic Drive tulsabotanic.org 25-Oct. 5 Tulsa State Fair Expo Square, 4145 E. 21st St. tulsastatefair.com TBA Festival Americas Guthrie Green, 111 E. Reconciliation Way guthriegreen.com TBA Rocklahoma 1421 W. 450 Road, Pryor, rocklahoma.com TBA Scotfest Broken Arrow Event Complex, 21101 E. 101st St., Broken Arrow okscotfest.com TBA Tulsa Greek Festival Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, 1222 S. Guthrie Ave. tulsagreekfestival.com OCTOBER 2-4 Global Roots Bash Tulsa Arts District okrootsmusic.org

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Complete calendar and directory at TheTulsaArtsDistrict.org.

ARTS 108 Contemporary 108contemporary.org 3CG 3cgrecords.com Arts Alliance Tulsa artstulsa.org Bob Dylan Center bobdylancenter.com FLAGSHIP - Tulsa Artists Fellowship Tulsaartistsfellowship.org Living Arts of Tulsa livingarts.org Mayfest tulsamayfest.org Oklahoma Center for the Humanities humanities.utulsa.edu Tulsa Artist Fellowship tulsaartistfellowship.org

LowDown Lowdowntulsa.com Saturn Room saturnroom.com Soundpony thesoundpony.com Valkyrie valkyrietulsa.com

PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT Brush Arbor Grove Cain’s Ballroom cainsballroom.com FlyLoft Downtown Tulsa flyloft.org Guthrie Green guthriegreen.com

Coney Island Hot Weiners coneyislandtulsa.com Duet Jazz Restaurant duetjazz.com Elgin Park Brewery elginparkbrewery.com Empire Slice House Tulsa empireslicehouse.com En Fuego enfuegotulsa.com French Hen frenchhentulsa.net Gypsy Coffee House gypsycoffee.com in the raw vū intherawsushi.com Lone Wolf Bahn Mi lonewolftulsa.com

Tulsa Artists’ Coalition tacgallery.org Tulsa Symphony tulsasymphony.org

Route 66 Marathon route66marathon.com

Noche Woodfired Grill & Agave Bar eatdrinknoche.com

Woody Guthrie Center woodyguthriecenter.org

Tulsa Drillers tulsadrillers.com

PRHYME prhymetulsa.com

CLUBS & BARS

Tulsa Theater tulsatheater.com

Que Gusto quegustotulsa.com

Bar 46 bar46tulsa.com

RESTAURANTS

Restaurant Basque basquetulsa.com

Caz’s Pub cazspub.com

Amelia’s amelias.us

Club Majestic clubmajestictulsa.com

Antoinette Baking Co. antoinettebakingco.com

The Hunt Club thehuntclubtulsa.com

Cabin Boys Brewpub cabinboysbrewery.com/brewpub Chimera Café chimeracafe.com

Mexicali Border Café mexicalibordercafe.com

Topeca Coffee topecacoffee.com

Inspired Collaboration martamgmnt@gmail.com

RETAIL & SERVICES 21 ½ Boutique Hotel 21andahalftulsa.com ATLAS School atlasschool.com

Chrysalis Salon & Spa chrysalissalon.net Colors of Etnika colorsofetnika.com Detroit Lofts detroitlofts-tulsa.com Eufloria/Cannabis Café eufloriameds.com Fairfield Inn & Suites marriott.com/hotels/travel/tuldt

The Flats on Archer theflatsonarcher.com

Gitwit Creative gitwit.com Gradient joingradient.com

Magic City Books magiccitybooks.com Metro @ Brady metroatbrady.com Premium Parking premiumparking.com RITUAL Cannabis exploreritual.com Secure Parking SecureParkingUSA.com Tribune Lofts tribunelofts.com Tulsa Violin Shop tulsaviolin.com Vast Bank vast.bank Wick & Flame Candle Bar wickandflamecb.com

Griffin Communications newsOn6.com

The Chowhouse thechowhouse.com

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tulsa Downtown promisehotels.com

sisserousrestauranttulsa.com

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GreenArch Apartments greenarchtulsa.com

Sisserou’s Caribbean Restaurant

TheTulsaArtsDistrict.org

Loft Salon 918.764.5385

GableGotwals gablelaw.com

Shuffles: Board Game Cafe shufflestulsa.com

facebook.com/TulsaArtsDistrict #TulArtsDist

Ida Red on Main Street idaredgeneralstore.com

Bradley’s Sanctuary Salon bradleyssanctuarysalon.com

John Hope Franklin Reconciliation Park jhfcenter.org/ reconciliation-park

Inner Circle Vodka Bar icvodkabar.com

The Tavern taverntulsa.com

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Zeeco Oktoberfest

JAN. 12-18

CHILI BOWL NATIONALS

16-19 Zeeco Oktoberfest River West Festival Park, 2100 S. Jackson Ave. tulsaoktoberfest.org 17-18, 24-25, 31 HallowMarine Oklahoma Aquarium, 300 Aquarium Drive, Jenks okaquarium.org 17-19, 24-26 HallowZOOeen Tulsa Zoo, 6421 E. 36th St. N. tulsazoo.org 17-19, 24-26 Turkey Mountain Haunted Trails Turkey Mountain Urban Wilderness Area, 6800 S. Elwood Ave. riverparks.org, turkeymountainhauntedtrail.com 25 Tulsa Run Downtown, tulsarun.com TBA Art in the Square Utica Square, East 21st Street and South Utica Avenue, uticasquare.com TBA BaseCamp Camping and Music Festival Turkey Mountain Urban Wilderness Area, 6800 S. Elwood Ave. riverparks.org TBA BooHaHa Parade South Peoria Avenue from East 49th to 33rd streets tulsaboohaha.com TBA McNellie’s Harvest Beer Festival ONEOK Field, 201 N. Elgin Ave. beerfests.com/events/ mcnellies-harvest-beer-festival TBA Tulsa Pride Festival and Parade Location to be announced. tulsapride.org 12 Tulsa Guest Guide

NOVEMBER 1-Jan. 31 Downtown Days of Wonder Downtown Tulsa downtowntulsa.com

EXPO SQUARE, 4145 E. 21ST ST. | CHILIBOWL.COM

21-23 An Affair of the Heart Expo Square, 4145 E. 21st St. aaoth.com 22-23 Williams Route 66 Marathon Starts and finishes in downtown Tulsa, route66marathon.com 27 Lights On! Utica Square, East 21st Street and South Utica Avenue uticasquare.com 27-30 USA BMX Grand Nationals Expo Square, 4145 E. 21st St. usabmx.com 27-Dec. 31 Castle Christmas The Castle of Muskogee, 3400 W. Fern Mountain Road, Muskogee okcastle.com

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VETERANS DAY PARADE Tulsa’s annual Veterans Day Parade is a celebration to honor local veterans from multiple branches of the armed forces, with floats and performances from numerous community organizations, businesses and local schools. The parade route winds through downtown Tulsa and ends near Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 577.

DOWNTOWN TULSA | TULSAVETERANSDAYPARADE.COM

28-Dec. 30 Botanic Garden of Lights Tulsa Botanic Garden, 3900 Tulsa Botanic Drive tulsabotanic.org TBA Dia de los Muertos Festival Living Arts, 307 E. Reconciliation Way livingarts.org TBA Shop Small Tulsa Various locations. tulsago.com TBA Philbrook Festival Philbrook Museum of Art, 2727 S. Rockford Road philbrook.org DECEMBER 13 Tulsa Christmas Parade Downtown Tulsa tulsachristmasparade.org

SEPT. 26-NOV. 1

HALLOWEEN FESTIVAL The Castle of Muskogee’s Halloween Festival is Oklahoma’s largest haunted attraction with over 62 acres of thrills and excitement. A combination of indoor and outdoor attractions provide activities, vendors, games, shows, rides, shops, food and fun for all ages. The festival is open on weekends and is a fun way to get out of town for some spooktacular fun.

THE CASTLE OF MUSKOGEE, 3400 W. FERN MOUNTAIN ROAD, MUSKOGEE OKCASTLE.COM

CHILI BOWL, OKTOBERFEST: GREG BOLLINGER; VETERANS DAY: TIM LANDES; HALLOWEEN FESTIVAL: COURTESY

11-12 Cherokee Art Market Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, 777 W. Cherokee St., Catoosa cherokeeartmarket.com

Right after the Christmas festivities come to an end, the Chili Bowl Midget Nationals arrive in Tulsa to continue its 38-year history. More than 200 race rigs draw thousands of spectators to watch racing’s winter answer to football’s Super Bowl. Drivers race through a quarter-mile clay oval inside the SageNet Center. Don’t miss the trade show. Multi-day passes are available.

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ATTRACTIONS TULSA ZOO The 84-acre zoo features nearly 3,000 animals in exhibits ranging from an African penguin habitat, to the Lost Kingdom with Asia’s rarest and most elusive species, to the Helmerich Sea Lion Cove and the Mary K. Chapman Rhino Reserve. The zoo’s herd of Asian elephants grew to five in 2024, finding a home at the Oxley Family Elephant Experience and Elephant Preserve. At the immersive Rainforest Exhibit, visitors experience life in the Amazonian basin with animals ranging from Scarlet Macaws and Black Howler monkeys to jaguars, jungle frogs and two-toed sloths.

On the zoo grounds you’ll also find a petting zoo, live animal presentations, the Safari Train, a gift shop and a wide range of food options.

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Gathering Place

ATTRACTIONS ≠ ADMIRAL TWIN DRIVE-IN

Catch a double feature every night during the summer months at this classic 1951 drive-in theater.

Sound is transmitted through the radio, so sit in your car, or bring lawn chairs and blankets.

7355 E. Easton St. 918-878-8099 admiraltwindrivein.com

≠ BUCK ATOM’S COSMIC CURIOS

Standing over this Route 66 store is the space cowboy Buck Atom and cosmic cowgirl Stella Atom.

Their likeness can be found on souvenir items like shirts, magnets, coffee cups and stickers, which can all be purchased at the 350-square-foot gift shop along the Mother Road.

1347 E. 11th St. 918-895-9769 buckatomson66.com

≠ CREEK COUNCIL OAK TREE

The birthplace of Tulsa, this tree is where the Muscogee Locv Pokv Tvlse tribal town established their new home with a ceremonial fire in 1836, using live coals they carried from their Alabama homeland over the Trail of Tears. Today, it is preserved with an ethno-botanical garden and several commemorative sculptures.

1750 S. Cheyenne Ave. mvskoketourism.com

≠ DISCOVERY LAB

Discovery Lab is a 50,000-square-foot children’s museum with interactive exhibits and programming space, located adjacent to the kid-friendly Gathering Place.

Kids love the hands-on activities in the museum’s state-of-the-art WorkShop, Science Lab and Little Lab. The new Education Center within the museum has five classrooms and serves as the STEM Center for Tulsa Public Schools’ pre-K through sixth grades. Don’t miss the Stemcell Science Shop!

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≠ EXPO SQUARE

It’s the site of myriad events throughout the year, including the Tulsa State Fair, prominent livestock shows, craft shows and a recurring flea market.

Snap a photo with the iconic Golden Driller that stands outside, a 76-foot-tall, 43,500-pound monument to Tulsa’s oil industry.

4145 E. 21st St. 918-744-1113 exposquare.com

≠ GATHERING PLACE

Open since 2018, Tulsa’s destination park features the medieval towers of the Chapman Adventure Playground to the architectural gems inside the Williams Lodge welcome center and numerous water features in between. Best of all, admission is free.

Enter the park from Riverside Drive, which runs beneath two land bridges on the west side of the park. Sports courts invite basketball, volleyball, street soccer and street hockey players. A skateboard park is the perfect spot for bored teens.

Visitors of all ages will enjoy the rotating art installations, family programming, walking trails and varied dining options.

2650 S. John Williams Way 918-779-1000 gatheringplace.org

≠ GREENWOOD CULTURAL CENTER AND THE MABEL B. LITTLE HERITAGE HOUSE This is the area’s only home built in the 1920s that still stands. With the adjacent Cultural Center, it presents a permanent history of the Greenwood District.

322 N. Greenwood Ave. 918-596-1020 greenwoodculturalcenter.org

≠ GUTHRIE GREEN

Filling one square block, Guthrie Green is an urban park and entertainment space with action happening nearly all year long, including live music, yoga and other events.

Surrounded by local eateries, bars, ONEOK Field and museums, this patch of land is the social sun in

ATTRACTIONS

the center of the Tulsa Arts District.

111 E. Reconciliation Way guthriegreen.com

≠ MOTHER ROAD MARKET

Named Best Food Hall in the 2023 and 2024 USA Today 10Best readers poll, Mother Road Market is a 27,000-square-foot attraction with food and wares of more than 20 merchants. From craft cocktails and street tacos to a plethora of desserts, MRM has something for everyone, including a large patio play area with Route 66-themed mini golf. Don’t miss the nearby Shops at Mother Road Market, an eclectic mix of local concepts selling clothing, gifts, books and more.

1124 S. Lewis Ave. 918-984-9001 motherroadmarket.com

≠ OKLAHOMA AQUARIUM

designed to transport guests on an inspirational journey using state-of-the-art projection technology and surround sound.

3624 N. 74th E. Ave. 918-834-9900 tulsamuseum.org

≠ TULSA BOTANIC GARDEN

Tulsa Botanic Garden sits on 170 acres of prairie and woodlands, with the rolling Osage County hills offering panoramic views of sunrises, sunsets and skyscrapers. The Children’s Discovery Garden is a fantastical wonderland featuring a tree fort and a hidden grotto. Recently, the Bumgarner Lotus Pool, Stanford Family Liberty Garden and Bost Arboretum opened on the site.

3900 Tulsa Botanic Drive 918-289-0330 tulsabotanic.org

With eight exhibit galleries and more than 1 million gallons of water, you can see the many mysterious and wonderful creatures of the ocean that now make their home right here in Oklahoma. Plus, various species of sharks swim over visitors’ heads as they walk through an underwater tunnel.

300 Aquarium Drive, Jenks 918-296-3474 okaquarium.org

≠ TULSA GARDEN CENTER, WOODWARD PARK AND MUNICIPAL ROSE GARDEN

≠ RIVERWALK TULSA

≠ TULSA HISTORICAL SOCIETY AND MUSEUM

Located along the Arkansas River in Jenks, Riverwalk Tulsa is a great destination to play, dine and gather. Guests will enjoy eclectic shops and restaurants, outdoor fireplaces and more.

300 Riverwalk Terrace, Jenks 918-409-8089 riverwalktulsa.com

≠ ROUTE 66 HISTORICAL VILLAGE

A replica of the original Red Fork Train Depot joins an oil derrick commemorating the 1901 oil discovery that started Tulsa on its path to become the one-time “Oil Capital of the World.” From 19421947, the Frisco 4500 provided passenger service daily from St. Louis to Tulsa to Oklahoma City, and for years greeted visitors at Tulsa Zoo. 3770 Southwest Blvd.

918-619-9473 route66village.com

Forty-five acres of flora and fauna attract nature lovers all year long. At Tulsa Garden Center, you’ll find a Victorian conservatory and 3-acre arboretum, plus a koi pond with water features.

2435 S. Peoria Ave. 918-576-5155 tulsagardencenter.org Located in an early Tulsa oilman’s former mansion, Tulsa Historical Society boasts two floors of ever-changing exhibits — from its extensive collection of more than 5,000 photographs, books, maps, documents, graphics, costumes and architectural remnants from Tulsa’s past.

2445 S. Peoria Ave. 918-712-9484 tulsahistory.org

≠ USA BMX

The expansive site hosts clinics, coaching, weekly practices and racing on a local and regional level, and several championship competitions. It also is home to the National BMX Hall of Fame.

490 N. Lansing Ave. 480-961-1903 usabmx.com

≠ ZINK LAKE

COURTESY GATHERING PLACE

≠ TULSA AIR AND SPACE MUSEUM AND PLANETARIUM

Travel through time and space at Tulsa Air and Space Museum and Planetarium, which represents every era of Oklahoma aviation. With hands-on activities, flight simulators and a trip through distant galaxies and stars in the planetarium’s 50-foot dome theater, visitors are guaranteed an uplifting experience. Don’t miss the museum’s giant airliner, the MD-80 Discovery Center. Its Flight Theater is

Opened in September 2024, Zink Lake lets visitors experience the Arkansas River with a variety of recreational activities such as boating, fishing and wildlife watching. The lake is situated between the Williams Crossing Pedestrian Bridge and the Southwest Boulevard Bridge, making it easily accessible for residents and visitors.

Riverside Drive at John Williams Way tulsazinklake.com Tulsa Guest Guide 17

ATTRACTIONS

Much of Tulsa’s downtown was built in the 1920s, when the era’s popular art deco styles lavishly celebrated the booming economy.

Tulsa Foundation for Architecture hosts themed tours on the second Saturday of each month at 10 a.m. Tours vary on subject matter and location, and typically sell out. Visit tulsaarchitecture. org/tours.

Multiple private companies provide walking tours in different districts across downtown.

Numerous Tulsa neighborhoods boast homes spanning architectural styles — from oil baron mansions in Maple Ridge and craftsman homes in The Heights to English cottages in Florence Park and midcentury modern designs in Lortondale.

Tulsa also boasts Westhope, the Frank Lloyd Wright-designed residence completed in 1930 at 3704 S. Birmingham Ave. It is a private residence and not open to the public.

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ARCHITECTURE HOT SPOTS

A NATION OF

ADVENTURE

Native Culture, Natural Beauty Experience authentic Native art, inspiring stories, rolling hills and sparkling lakes. Spend quality time in Cherokee Nation.

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UTICA SQUARE

This Tulsa gem offers a delightful combination of local and national shops and upscale restaurants to make for a great day of shopping. The meticulously landscaped outdoor shopping center features English telephone booths, wrought-iron benches and Old World clocks. During the summer, the Square features live outdoor entertainment on Thursday evenings.

MICHELLE POLLARD

1709 UTICA SQUARE | UTICASQUARE.COM

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KINGS LANDING

This shopping center offers diverse shops and gourmet dining along the Arkansas River. Expect great sunset views, high-end retailers and top-rated restaurants.

9914 Riverside Parkway | kingslandingtulsa.com

KINGSPOINTE VILLAGE

41ST AND YALE CORRIDOR

At Southroads Shopping Center (located on the north side of 41st Street), catch the newest flick at a 20-screen movie theater or browse around at pet, craft and cosmetics retailers and a national bookstore chain. Across the street, find the new WeStreet Ice Center.

East 41st Street and South Yale Avenue

71ST STREET

Tulsa’s busiest shopping corridor is easily accessible from the north and south via U.S. Highway 169.

Home improvement and furniture stores abound, as well as home decor, clothing and shoe retailers. A plethora of dining options, mostly national chains, are sprinkled throughout this shopper’s paradise.

East 71st Street between South Garnett Road and South Memorial Drive

BROOKSIDE

Take a stroll down this district full of boutiques, art galleries, the modern shops of Center 1, plus plenty of casual and upscale dining. A luxurious shopping experience during the day transforms into a lively avenue as the sun goes down.

East 32nd to 41st streets on South Peoria Avenue brooksidetheplacetobe.com

CHERRY STREET/ 15TH STREET

This distinctive area, at one time considered the suburbs east of Tulsa, draws visitors seeking fine dining, jewelry, antiques and beautiful architecture. Boutiques, restaurants and salons make this district an interesting place to wander.

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DOWNTOWN JENKS

Historic downtown Jenks is undergoing a revitalization with new retailers, restaurants, clubs and services. Nearby, Simon Premium Outlets opened in 2024.

East Main Street jenkschamber.com

DOWNTOWN TULSA

From historic Greenwood to the Cathedral District and Gunboat Park, there are numerous shopping destinations to be found in Tulsa’s urban center.

Whether you’re shopping for yourself, for loved ones back home or picking up a souvenir of your T-Town adventures, local retailers are eager to welcome you to their downtown storefront.

A complete list of businesses can be found at downtowntulsa.org.

ROSE DISTRICT

Drop by this revived historic destination for shopping and nightlife. From April to October, every Saturday morning neighbors flock to the district farmers market, which also is open on Tuesday nights.

North Main Street in Broken Arrow rosedistrict.com

SHOPS OF SEVILLE

Spanish colonial-style buildings house upscale shops full of the latest fashions and gift ideas.

Charming bistros offer distinct dining experiences.

East 101st Street and South Yale Avenue 918-388-9588

THE FARM SHOPPING CENTER

TULSA HILLS

KENDALL WHITTIER DISTRICT

WOODLAND HILLS MALL

The centerpiece of this charming shopping area is a restored rustic barn, adding to the village square-like feel. Park your car and spend some time exploring the blend of national, regional and local retailers. Choose from a variety of eateries.

East 51st Street and South Sheridan Road

Kendall Whittier is one of Tulsa’s oldest shopping districts and a rapidly expanding artists’ community. Home to the city’s oldest movie house, Circle Cinema, the district’s vibrant Hispanic enclave inspires multicultural events throughout the year.

East Admiral Boulevard and North Lewis Avenue visitkendallwhittier.com

Located in west Tulsa across the Arkansas River and anchored by several big box stores, Tulsa Hills is the place to find home improvement products and decor, electronics, clothing and shoes. After a full day of shopping, choose from a smattering of fast-casual restaurants or see a movie at the 12-screen theater.

7200 S. Olympia Ave. | shoptulsahills.com

The largest mall in the region, Woodland Hills offers more than 165 shops, including some stores not offered anywhere else in Tulsa. Diverse stores for the whole family, along with national anchors — such as Scheel’s, which opened in October 2024 — make this mall a shopper’s paradise.

7021 S. Memorial Drive simon.com/mall/woodland-hills-mall

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Brookside

This outdoor shopping center includes casual and gourmet dining, clothing boutiques and health centers. Locally owned and managed, KingsPointe Village is centrally located with plenty of parking in front of the shopping and dining destinations.

East 61st Street and South Yale Avenue 918-496-2865 | kingspointevillagetulsa.com

SHOPPING Mythic City

MERCH MANIA Favorite spots for Tulsa-themed souvenirs

With an emphasis on spreading awareness of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre, Black Wall Street Tees and Souvenirs offers a special collection of apparel, accessories, souvenirs and books. They also offer tours of historic Black Wall Street.

101 N. Greenwood Ave. bwstees.com

≠ BOOMTOWN TEES AND SOUVENIRS

Shop locally designed and screen-printed Tulsa and Oklahoma clothing and souvenirs. Each month, the shop features a $10 Oklahoma or Tulsa-themed shirt.

114-A S. Elgin Ave. boomtownteestulsa.com

≠ BUCK ATOM’S COSMIC CURIOS

This retro gas-station-turned-gift-shop is a kitschy ode to the Mother Road, offering fun and unique Route 66 and Tulsa-themed souvenirs.

After snapping a pic with space cowgirl and cowboy giants Stella and Buck Atom, look across the street and you’ll see their giant pal Mack the Friendly Lumberjack waiting to welcome you into Meadow Gold Mack’s Outpost. The meandering

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maze of local vendor booths offers everything from Tulsa merch and handmade goods to vintage cowboy boots and used books.

1347 E. 11th St. buckatomson66.com

≠ THE CHIZEL

The Chizel specializes in sleek, beautifully etched bar and glassware depicting iconic Tulsa images, the city’s skyline and more. Custom designs also are available through the website.

3310 S. Yale Ave. thechizel.com

≠ IDA RED

Local and woman-owned, this general store’s three locations sell a playful plethora of Tulsa and Oklahoma-themed items including Hanson and Leon Russell merch, blankets, drinkware, tees, coasters and more. Also find retro candy, toys, gadgets and gift items galore.

3336 S. Peoria Ave. 9146 S. Yale Ave., Suite 215 208 N. Main St. idaredgeneralstore.com

≠ MYTHIC CITY

As the main retail location for local screen printer Mythic Press, this gift and apparel shop celebrates Tulsa in artfully designed collections ranging from iconic Tulsa places (Gathering Place, Cherry Street, etc.) to Route 66 and the Tulsa Flag. Find shirts, hats, patches, stickers, postcards and more.

1102 S. Lewis Ave., Suite E shop.mythic.press

≠ OUTSIDERS HOUSE GIFT SHOP

After you’ve visited The Outsiders House Museum (read more on p. 51), head around back to find souvenirs from switchblade combs to all forms of film and book memorabilia celebrating S. E. Hinton’s iconic story.

731 N. St. Louis Ave. theoutsidershouse.com

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≠ BLACK WALL STREET TEES AND SOUVENIRS

Hardesty

USA BMX

National BMX

National BMX Stadium

Foundation Camps

Hall of Fame & Museum

Built for the new and experienced racer, the Hardesty National BMX Stadium gives the Tulsa community and traveling racers a place to grow and develop their skills as they race through their BMX Journey. From weekly local events to National weekends, the track is ready for all levels of two wheeled fun.

First of its kind - programming that combines Science, Technology, Engineering and Math with a strong physical fitness element mixed with the right amount of fun.

Students use BMX bikes to perform various experments and conceptualize designs to build a scale BMX track to explore the world of STEM. Attendees will also be introduced to other cycling disciplines and riding experiences i.e. pump etc. at offsite locations.

Attendees will have the ability to engage with a USA BMX Olympian and USA BMX World Champion and even get to ride the brand new Hardesty National BMX Stadium track. Mongoose loaner bikes and helmets are provided or you can bring your own.

Since the birth of Bicycle Motocross in 1969, the sport of BMX has evolved into the popular Olympic sport it is linday. At Tulsa’s BMX Hall of Fame & Museum, visitors experience over five decades of cycling evolution. Whether you grew up as a BMXer of the 70’s, 80’s or 90’s, or have never experienced the sport, there is plenty of pop culture and BMX artifacts to look at and learn from.

Located north of downtown Tulsa at the USA BMX National Headquarters, you are invited to discover everything there is to knowv about America’s Greatest Family Sport

BMX!

490 N Lansing Ave E Tulsa, OK 74120

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LOCAL BOOKSTORES Find everything from local history and literary fiction to fabulous indie and used finds. ≠ DECOPOLIS Though you can certainly find a beautiful edition of your

favorite classic book at Decopolis, this Route 66 gem is also a whimsical treasure chest of fantastical toys, educational gifts and Tulsa history.

Wander through themed literary nooks, sciency corners, quirky mini shops and a tiny art deco museum. Visit the TulsaRama Town Square to grab all your Mother Road souvenirs including books about Tulsa, Oklahoma, Route 66 and more.

1401 E. 11th St., Suite A and B | decopolis.net

≠ FULTON STREET BOOKS AND COFFEE Located in the Greenwood

District, Fulton Street’s collection largely features titles written by BBIPOC individuals and centers on the lived experiences of people of color and marginalized communities. With a coffee bar and plenty of comfortable seating in an open and airy space, you’ll find yourself wanting to stay awhile (and may just overhear community leaders speaking on important local issues).

21 N. Greenwood Ave. | fultonstreet918.com

≠ GARDNER’S USED BOOKS Get lost among the winding shelves and

corridors at Tulsa’s biggest used bookstore that has been around for over 30 years. With estimates of almost 1 million books, shoppers also can browse comics, DVDs, video games and vinyl.

4421 S. Mingo Road | gardnersbooks.com

Fulton Street Books and Coffee

≠ MAGIC CITY BOOKS The name of this nonprofit bookshop recalls an old YOUR FAVORITE LOCAL SPOT FOR

Books • Coffee • Community

nickname given to Tulsa in the 1920s due to the opulence ushered in by oil wealth. Specializing in literary and popular fiction and narrative nonfiction, the shop also boasts an extensive section by local authors and on subjects of local interest. MCB hosts many high-profile author events throughout the year, too.

221 E. Archer St. | magiccitybooks.com

≠ PEACE OF MIND BOOKSTORE Located on Cherry Street since 1975,

Peace of Mind is not only Tulsa’s oldest bookstore but also the nation’s largest metaphysical bookstore. With a selection of over 35,000 used, new, out-of-print and rare books (and even more online), POM also has an extensive collection of essential oils, crystals, Tarot, incense and resins.

1401 E. 15th St. | pombookstore.com

≠ WHITTY BOOKS Located in the vibrant Kendall Whittier District, this

delightfully eclectic indie bookstore offers a highly curated and unique collection that focuses on small publishing houses, diverse titles and under-the-radar releases. Stay awhile and enjoy live music and events such as book clubs, author visits and blackout poetry workshops.

2306 E. Admiral Blvd. | whittybooks.com

IN BROKEN ARROW

≠ BOOK AND BLOOM Could anything be more delightful than a romance

read paired with fresh florals? Book and Bloom specializes in titles popular in both fiction and nonfiction, flowers by the stem or bundled into bouquets, and a charming array of bookish gifts, tees and mugs. See if you can catch a floral workshop while in town.

115 E. Dallas St. | bookandbloomba.com

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≠ RIVENDELL BOOKS AND BAUBLES Tucked into a quiet shopping center in Broken Arrow, this indie bookseller offers customers a wide selection of genres for readers of all ages. Shoppers can find both new and pre-owned titles, as well as games, toys and locally made items.

2034 W. Houston St. | rivendellbandb.com

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21 N Greenwood Ave | Visit us today fultonstreet918.com Follow us @fultonstreet918

Windsor Market Tulsa’s Antique, Art & Interior Design Market

6530 EAST 51 ST STREET | OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK 918-254-9766 | WINDSORMARKET.COM |

SHOPPING

FRESH FINDS Spend a slow morning exploring Tulsa’s area farmers markets.

≠ TULSA FARMERS’ MARKET

Tulsa Farmers’ Market has grown into the largest of its kind in Oklahoma. Gathering on Saturday mornings in the eclectic and hip Kendall Whittier neighborhood, locals and visitors alike can find everything from hand-poured candles and macrame plant holders, to bags of freshly roasted pecans and a gamut of other delicious baked goods. Browse row upon row of locally grown produce shining gem-like under the morning sun.

1 S. Lewis Ave. tulsafarmersmarket.org January-March: 8:30 a.m.-noon, every other Saturday April-September: 7 a.m.-11 a.m., Saturdays October-December: 8:30 a.m.-noon, Saturdays Closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas weekends.

≠ DOWNTOWN TULSA FARMERS MARKET

This weekly market offers downtown employees and residents a convenient place to purchase products like meat, dairy, handmade goods and more. Live entertainment is a standard and organizers often schedule other special activities during the three-hour market.

Chapman Green, 600 S. Main St. downtowntulsa.com April-October: 4-7 p.m., every Wednesday

≠ GREENWOOD FARMERS AND ARTISANS MARKET Happening seasonally on Saturday mornings from May to September, the Greenwood Farmers and Artisans Market offers an array of farm-fresh fare and artisanal wares like goat’s milk soaps, roasted coffee, locally made jars of honey, sweet treats and garden kits.

North Pointe Shopping Center, 205 E. Pine St. greenwoodmarkettulsa May-September: 8 a.m.- 11:30 a.m., every Saturday

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With charming red brick buildings and picturesque landscaping lining its Main Street, Broken Arrow’s Rose District is like a setting straight out of a movie. Featuring over 50 unique vendors who offer locally cultivated and hand-crafted goods, the Rose District Farmers Market is the perfect addition to the day’s exploring itinerary.

418 S. Main St., Broken Arrow rosedistrictfarmersmarket April-October: 8 a.m.-noon, Saturdays; 4-8 p.m., Tuesdays (weather permitting)

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≠ ROSE DISTRICT FARMERS MARKET

visit

discover

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BOK CENTER

Say B-O-K (not “Bawk”). Named for Bank of Oklahoma headquartered in Tulsa, this is downtown’s mega concert and sports arena with a 19,199-seat capacity. Lovingly described as architecturally resembling a giant roll of silvery-gray duct tape, this is where greats like Paul McCartney, Taylor Swift, Justin Bieber and Cirque de Soleil have graced the stage.

Words to the wise: Purchase tickets online and find parking early. Nearby Italian restaurant Ti Amo, 202 S. Cheyenne Ave., makes a lovely pre-show dinner and is walking distance from your seats inside. Enjoy the show!

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THE COLONY For over 60 years, The Colony has been a key venue in the city’s music scene, once frequented by notable musicians like Leon Russell, JJ Cale and Eric Clapton. In 2024, musicians Josh Westbrook, Cassie Latshaw and Jared Tyler acquired the club with the goal of preserving its legacy while making it a more inclusive and musician-friendly space. Standing gigs like Paul Benjaman’s Sunday Nite Thing are favorites for locals.

MERCURY LOUNGE Both daytime dive bar and nighttime music hotspot, Mercury Lounge is your neighborhood jackpot for rustic roots and Americana melodies, as well as local and touring acts that span the gamut.

“We’re committed to providing a safe space for all music fans, a professional experience for the working musician and a fast drink at a fair price,” says general manager Ashley Kirkley. “We have resident artists bringing some of Tulsa’s best original music every day of the week. There are also ticketed shows featuring some of the best touring acts in the nation.”

Mercury’s website offers performance schedules in addition to a merch store full of punk rock hoodies, T-shirts and more.

THE CHURCH STUDIO Legendary musician and songwriter Leon Russell purchased a Tulsa church in 1972 and renovated it. The building began life in 1915 as Grace Methodist Episcopal Church, one of the city’s earliest churches, but for a brief time it became the epicenter of a music scene that resonated well beyond the city limits to the greater world of rock ‘n’ roll.

The Church became a creative space for songwriters, musicians, engineers and singers. Major industry talent such as Tom Petty, Phoebe Snow and Peter Tosh recorded at The Church Studio, along with nationally acclaimed Tulsa-based acts like The GAP Band, JJ Cale and Russell himself. The Church Studio also was the home base for Shelter Records, a record label started by Russell and British producer Denny Cordell.

Many point to The Church Studio as the epicenter of what later came to be known as the Tulsa Sound: that hard-to-define, potent, shuffling stew of rockabilly, country, rock ‘n’ roll and blues associated with Russell, Cale and Eric Clapton.

Musician Steve Ripley owned The Church Studio for nearly 20 years before entrepreneur Teresa Knox purchased it in 2016.

Today it is a recording studio, exhibit space, event center, audio engineering school, archive for the Leon Russell and Tulsa Sound collections, and a shop for Church merch.

“It’s so magical what happened here,” Knox says. “It’s just a very magical, incredible time in our city’s history.”

Reserve tickets for an on-site private or group tour. Tunes at Noon is a weekly concert series happening every Saturday and many Tuesdays. Expect local singer-songwriters, bands and groups of varied genres.

304 S. TRENTON AVE. | THECHURCHSTUDIO.COM 1747 S. BOSTON AVE. | MERCURYLOUNGETULSA.COM 32 Tulsa Guest Guide

CHURCH: GREG BOLLINGER; MERCURY: MICHELLE POLLARD; COLONY: PHIL CLARKIN

2809 S. HARVARD AVE. | COLONYTULSA.COM

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CAIN’S BALLROOM After its first life as a garage, the legendary Cain’s Ballroom became the home of Western swing, jitterbug and sock hop. It was just a good old-fashioned dance hall turned legend by Bob Wills and his Texas Playboys.

Today the 101-year-old Cain’s hosts top acts many nights of the week, and new shows are added all the time. Be sure to wear your walking shoes at this intimate venue with a reputation for rocking as most Cain’s concerts are standing room only. Mac’s Barbecue serves its signature ‘cue inside Cain’s during most shows. Empire Slice House, Soundpony and Inner Circle Vodka Bar are neighboring hangouts for pre- and postshow antics.

423 N. MAIN ST. | CAINSBALLROOM.COM

Robert Plant performs on June 2, 2024 at Cain’s Ballroom as part of its centennial concert series.

OTHER BEST-BET VENUES ≠ BROKEN ARROW PERFORMING ARTS CENTER Musicals, orchestras.

701 S. Main St., Broken Arrow brokenarrowpac.com

≠ CENTENNIAL LOUNGE AT VFW POST 577 Intimate little spot for local music.

1109 E. Sixth St. centennilloungetulsa

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≠ THE HUNT CLUB

Varied acts, from rock to acoustic.

224 N. Main St. thehuntclubtulsa.com

≠ LOWDOWN

Basement club that hosts music, comedy and community jam sessions.

108 N. Detroit Ave., Level B lowdowntulsa.com

≠ MAGGIE’S MUSIC BOX

≠ RIVERSIDE STUDIO

Local music acts in a historic art deco venue.

1381 Riverside Drive @riversidestudiotulsa

≠ SHRINE

Hotspot for rock and jam bands.

112 E. 18th St. tulsashrine.com

≠ SOCIAL

Nightly music and piano bar.

107 E. Main St., Jenks socialjenks.com

Outdoor and indoor stages with local, regional and national acts.

201 E. Main St., Jenks maggiesok.com

≠ SOUNDPONY

≠ RABBIT HOLE BAR AND GRILL

≠ THELMA’S PEACH

Music most nights.

116 S. Elgin Ave. rabbitholetulsa

Bicycle-themed, experimental music bar.

409 N. Main St. thesoundpony.com Intimate music venue and bar in Kendall Whittier.

2008 E. Admiral Blvd. @thelmaspeach

≠ TULSA THEATER

Art deco theater built in 1914 that hosts big-name entertainers.

105 W. Reconciliation Way tulsatheater.com

≠ VANGUARD MUSIC HALL

Range of alternative acts from punk to folk, rock and Americana.

222 N. Main St. thevanguardtulsa.com

≠ VANTREASE PERFORMING ARTS CENTER FOR EDUCATION

Symphony at Tulsa Community College.

10300 E. 81st St. signaturesymphony.org

≠ WHITTIER BAR

Classy dive bar with local indie acts.

2405 E. Admiral Blvd. thewhittierbar.com

≠ WOODY GUTHRIE CENTER

High-caliber acts with a folk bent.

102 E. Reconciliation Way, woodyguthriecenter.org

Home of the Signature

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CASINOS

It has been two decades since bingo halls became modern tribal gaming and hospitality operations, evolving and expanding over the years since. Here’s a rundown of what to expect at Tulsa’s local gaming and entertainment destinations.

RIVER SPIRIT CASINO RESORT AND MARGARITAVILLE CASINO 8330 Riverside Parkway | riverspirittulsa.com

HARD ROCK HOTEL AND CASINO TULSA 777 W. Cherokee St., Catoosa | hardrockcasinotulsa.com

2,400

34

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TABLE GAMES

454

4

HOTEL ROOMS

MUSIC VENUES

6 DINING ESTABLISHMENTS

POOL

HOTEL GUESTS ONLY

OSAGE CASINO HOTEL 951 W. 36th St. N. | osagecasino.com

3,271

ELECTRONIC GAMES

31

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1,600

ELECTRONIC GAMES

6

DINING ESTABLISHMENTS

POOL

RESORT GUESTS ONLY

483

INCLUDING 54 SUITES

HOTEL ROOMS

3

5

MUSIC VENUES

OTHER AMENITIES: Luxury sports bar Gridiron, Emerge Spa, convention and meeting space 34 Tulsa Guest Guide

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HOTEL ROOMS

DINING ESTABLISHMENTS

15

TABLE GAMES

3

MUSIC VENUES

POOL

HOTEL GUESTS ONLY

OTHER AMENITIES: Banquet and meeting space

RIVER SPIRIT: COURTESY MUSCOGEE NATION; OSAGE: COURTESY OSAGE NATION; HARD ROCK: MICHELLE POLLARD

OTHER AMENITIES: Cherokee Hills Golf Club, convention and meeting space, fitness center and business center

DINING

First-time visitors to Tulsa might be surprised at the variety of its culinary scene. From the city’s location in the heartland, one might expect Tulsa to do well at signature American cuisine such as steaks and burgers — and it does. However, local chefs are hitting it out of the park with establishments ranging from Asian fusion, to pub fare, pizza and more. There’s no way to include everyone, but here’s a taste of Tulsa’s dining all-stars.

ASIAN ≠ ASAHI JAPANESE RESTAURANT Sushi, bento, cozy 918-307-9151

≠ BINH-LE VIETNAMESE Pho, laid-back, filling 918-835-7722

≠ GOLDEN GATE CHINESE RESTAURANT Friendly, buffet, local staple goldengaterestauranttulsa

≠ IN THE RAW

Multiple locations, sushi, steak intherawsushi.com

KEO Asian Cuisine

≠ KAI BURMESE CUISINE

Pan-Asian, great service, large portions kaiburmese

≠ KAI VIETNAMESE CUISINE Pho, downtown,cocktails kaitulsa

≠ KEO ASIAN CUISINE

Gluten-free options, modern, Southeast Asia keorestaurant.com

≠ KIRIN RESTAURANT

Elegant, sushi, catering kirin-tulsa.com

Great service, pho, large portions phonhitulsa

≠ RENDANG AND CO.

Indonesian, casual, coffee rendangandco.com

≠ RI LE’S

Vietnamese, vegan options, great service 918-496-2126

≠ ROKA

Elevated, happy hour, large menu rokatulsa.com

≠ ROPPONGI

Downtown, vegan options, family fun roppongitulsa.com

≠ SEOUL BISTRO

Korean, large portions, soups seoulbistro.yolasite.com

≠ SHOGUN STEAK HOUSE OF JAPAN Hibachi, family-friendly, cocktails shoguntulsa.net

≠ LANNA THAI

≠ THAI VILLAGE CUISINE

≠ LONE WOLF BANH MI

≠ TOKYO GARDEN

Downtown, kimchi fries, Vietnamese fusion lonewolftulsa.com

≠ MANDARIN TASTE

Made to order, hot pot, local staple mandarintasteonline.com

≠ MEKONG RIVER RESTAURANT Vietnamese, vegetarian options mekongrivertulsa.blogspot.com

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≠ PHO NHI VIETNAMESE

≠ SUSHI HANA JAPANESE FUSION

Thai, lunch specials, bar lannathaitulsa.com

≠ OSAKA STEAKHOUSE AND Bar Serra

Vietnamese, pho, vegetarian options 918-270-2715

≠ KOREAN GARDEN

Casual, large menu, vegetarian koreangarden.wixsite.com/mysite

LOFI

≠ PHO DA CAO

Modern, happy hour, sushi sushihanatulsa.com

Ambient, family-owned, customizable thaivillagetulsa Hibachi, family-friendly, entertaining tokyogardentulsa.com

≠ THE TROPICAL RESTAURANT AND BAR Inviting, vegetarian-friendly, large portions tropicaltulsa.com

≠ YOKOZUNA

Fusion, happy hour, delivery yokozunasushi.com

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DINING BAKERIES/ DESSERT/ DOUGHNUTS ≠ ANTOINETTE BAKING CO. Breakfast, sweet, savory antoinettebakingco.com

≠ BIG BABY ROLLS AND DONUTS Vegan, gluten free, classic bigbabyrolls.com

≠ BIG DIPPER CREAMERY Hand-made, sweet, cool bigdipperok.com

≠ COMMON TART

Savory, pie, cottage core commontart

≠ COOKIE MAMA COOKIE CO. Sweet, salty, delectable cookiemama.com

≠ CRICKET AND FIG

Handcrafted, decadent, chocolate cricketandfig.com

≠ DAYLIGHT DONUTS

Tulsa-based, sweet, nationally recognized daylightdonuts.com

≠ THE DONUT HOLE

Specialty, eclectic, fresh donutholeonbrookside

≠ FARRELL BREAD AND BAKERY Handmade, artisan, French-inspired farrellbread.com

≠ LAURANNAE BAKING CO. Events, specialty cakes, atmosphere lbcotulsa.com

≠ LIVI LEE AND CO. COFFEE AND DONUTS Topeca coffee, colorful, drive-thru livilees.com

≠ LE LOUVRE FRENCH CAFE Pastries, delicacies, meals lelouvrefrenchcafe.com

≠ MARKET 31

Grab-and-go, pastries, meals market31tulsa

≠ MERRITT’S

Seasonal, customizable, wide selection merrittsbakery.com

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≠ OK COOKIE MOMSTER

Playful, creative, flavorful okcookiemomster.com

≠ OK COUNTRY DONUT SHOPPE Unique, specialty, family-friendly okcountrydonuts

≠ PANCHO ANAYA

Traditional, authentic, Mexican panchoanaya.com

≠ ROSE ROCK MICROCREAMERY Homemade, unique, variety roserockmicrocreamery.com

≠ SAINT AMON BAKING CO.

Farm-fresh, French, vegan-friendly saintamonbakingco.com

BARBECUE

≠ ALBERT G’S BAR-B-Q

Catering, casual, tender albertgs.com

≠ BILLY SIMS BBQ

Classic, Sooners, savory billysimsbbq.com

≠ BURN CO. BARBEQUE

Jenks, Hasty Bake, crowd favorite burnbbq.com

≠ KNOTTY PIG BBQ, BURGER AND CHILI HOUSE Welcoming, large, old-school knottypig.com

≠ LEON’S SMOKE SHACK BBQ Soul food, juicy, bologna leonssmokeshack.com

≠ OAKHART BARBECUE Smoky, beans, limited oakhartbbq.com

≠ OKLAHOMA JOE’S BBQ

Supplies, casual, catering okjoes.com

≠ OKLAHOMA STYLE BAR-B-QUE

Seasoned, smoky, well-portioned oklahomastylebbq.com

≠ RIBCRIB BBQ AND GRILL

Friendly, spuds, hickory smoked ribcrib.com

≠ STONE MILL BBQ AND STEAKHOUSE Bar, tender, authentic stonemillbbq.com

BREAKFAST/BRUNCH

≠ DEAD ARMADILLO CRAFT

Relaxing, specials, homemade bbd2tulsa.com

BREWERY Taproom, games, trendy dabrewery.com

≠ BBD2 DINER THE DEUCE ≠ BIG BISCUIT

Homestyle, coffee, hand-breaded chicken bigbiscuit.com

≠ BLUE MOON BAKERY AND CAFE Vegetarian-friendly, fresh, eclectic bluemoontulsa.com

≠ BRAMBLE BREAKFAST AND BAR Quick, well-presented, cool vibe bramblebartulsa.com

≠ BROOKSIDE BY DAY Patio, brunch, staple brooksidebyday.com

≠ HATCH EARLY MOOD FOOD Coffee, fun, well-presented hatchearlymoodfood.com

≠ NEIGHBORHOOD JAM

Gluten-free, inviting, friendly thatsmyjamok.com

≠ NEW YORK BAGEL CAFE

New York-style, outdoor seating, options newyorkbageltulsa.com

≠ SAVOY RESTAURANT

Catering, scratch-made, cinnamon rolls eatsavoy.com

≠ WILDFLOWER CAFE

Bright, Route 66, friendly wildflowercafetulsa.com

≠ EERIE ABBEY ALES

Belgian style, cozy, knowledgeable eerieabbeyales.com

≠ ELGIN PARK

Sports, wings, pizza elginparkbrewery.com

≠ GOOD CAUSE BREWING

Midtown, community, trivia goodcausebrewing

≠ HEIRLOOM RUSTIC ALES

Airy, dog-friendly, aesthetic heirloomrusticales.com

≠ HOP THE GRIFFIN

Activities, wine, rotating hopthegriffin.com

≠ MARSHALL BREWING CO. Live music, knowledgeable, group-friendly marshallbrewing.com

≠ NEFF BREWING

Gluten-free, celiac-safe, food neffbrewing.com

≠ NOTHING’S LEFT BREWING CO.

Frozen options, dog-friendly, vibes nothingsleftbrewingco.com

≠ PEARL BEACH BREW PUB

Volleyball, dog-friendly, options pearlbeachbrewpub.com

≠ WELLTOWN BREWERY Seasonal, events, vibes welltownbrewing.com

BREWERIES

≠ AMERICAN SOLERA Funky, bright, local americansolera.com

≠ BRICKTOWN BREWERY Local, craft beer, savory Bricktownbrewery.com

≠ BROKEN ARROW BREWING CO. Events, live music, rustic brokenarrowbrewingco.com

≠ CABIN BOYS BREWERY

Welcoming, dog-friendly, games cabinboysbrewery.com

BURGERS

≠ ARNOLD’S OLD FASHIONED HAMBURGERS Retro, drive-thru, milkshakes arnoldstulsa

≠ BILL’S JUMBO BURGERS Old school, huge, nostalgic billsjumboburgers

≠ BROWNIES HAMBURGERS Scratch root beer, friendly, breakfast browniesburgersharvard

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≠ FAT GUY’S BURGER BAR

Specials, large portions, juicy fatguysburgers.com

≠ FLO’S BURGER DINER

Retro, playful, decadent flosburgerdinertulsa

≠ HANK’S HAMBURGERS

Fresh, old-fashioned, flavorful hankshamburgerstulsa.com

≠ HARDEN’S HAMBURGERS

Homemade, breakfast, options hardenshamburgers.com

≠ HOWDY BURGER

Classic, old-fashioned, sauce howdyburger.com

≠ JUMBO’S HAMBURGERS Subs, gyro, fresh 918-663-0944

≠ RON’S HAMBURGERS AND CHILI Large portions, homemade, friendly ronsburgersandchili.com

≠ SCOTT’S HAMBURGERS

Family-friendly, comfort, shakes scotts.hamburgers

≠ SHAKY JAKE’S BURGERS AND FRANKS Loaded, milkshakes, ambient 3sirensgroup.com/brands/ shaky-jakes

≠ SOCIETY

Catering, drinks, craft societyburger.com

≠ TY’S HAMBURGERS

Options, friendly, old-fashioned tyshamburgers.com

≠ WEBER’S SUPERIOR ROOT BEER RESTAURANT Favorite, history, hot dogs webersoftulsa.com CAJUN ≠ CAJUN ED’S SPECIALTY MEATS Shipping, casual, knowledgeable hebertsmeats.com

≠ DOC’S WINE AND FOOD Niche, cozy, bar docswineandfood.com

≠ NOLA’S CREOLE AND COCKTAILS Ambient, drinks, large portions nolastulsa.com

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≠ RED DOOR GRILL

Seafood, nostalgia, Southern reddoorgrille.com

CASUAL ≠ THE AVERY Sophisticated, classic, Route 66 averykitchenandbar.com

≠ BAR SERRA

Events, curated, IG-worthy barserra.com

≠ BIRD AND BOTTLE

$4 martinis, intimate, desserts birdandbottletulsa.com

≠ BOSTON AVENUE GRILLE AND CATERING Creative, breakfast, lunch bostonavenuegrille.com

≠ THE BROOK RESTAURANT AND BAR Relaxing, large portions, mac and cheese brookrestaurant.com

≠ THE BROS. HOULIGAN

Drinks, home cooking, ambient broshouligan.com

≠ CHERRY STREET KITCHEN Home-style, breakfast, lunch cherrystkitchen.com

≠ CHICKEN AND THE WOLF

Vegan-friendly, spicy, local favorite chickenandthewolf.com

≠ THE CHOWHOUSE

Events, family-owned, flavorful thechowhouse.com

≠ JAMES E. MCNELLIE’S PUBLIC HOUSE Beer list, community space, cozy mcnellies.com

≠ JAMES E. MCNELLIE’S PUBLIC HOUSE SOUTH CITY Beers, knowledgeable, cozy mcnellies.com

≠ JAMESON’S PUB

Friendly, games, roomy jamesonspubba

≠ KILKENNY’S IRISH PUB

Dessert, traditional, open late tulsairishpub.com

≠ LEFTY’S ON GREENWOOD

Sports, family-friendly, lively leftysongreenwood.com

≠ LINDA-MAR DRIVE IN

Vintage, juicy, old-school lindamardrivein

≠ NATV

Fresh, catering, unique natvba.com

≠ OLLIE’S STATION RESTAURANT

Trains, breakfast, old-fashioned 918-446-0524

≠ THE PUMP

Retro, tots, full bar pumpbartulsa.com

≠ QUEENIES CAFE AND BAKERY

Lunch, breakfast, people watching queeniesoftulsa.com

≠ R BAR AND GRILL

Specials, lively, trivia rbartulsa.com

≠ RED LIGHT CHICKEN

Route 66, crispy, family-friendly redlightchicken.com

≠ THE ROOFTOP

Pizza, ambient, drinks scarpa-rc.com

≠ ROOSEVELT’S

Prime patio, craft beer, brunch rooseveltstulsa.com

≠ SHUFFLES BOARD GAME CAFE Games, coffee, events shufflestulsa.com

≠ TINA’S

Happy hour, burgers, SoBo District tinastulsa.com

≠ WHITE LION

British, classic, cozy whitelionpubtulsa.com

COFFEE SHOPS ≠ BLACK WALL STREET LIQUID LOUNGE Coffee, history, fresh bwsll.com

≠ CAFE CUBANA

Catering, smoothies, joyful cafecubanatulsa.com

≠ CHIMERA CAFE

Vibes, vegan, scratch chimeratulsa.com

≠ CIRQUE COFFEE

Signature, unique, creative cirquecoffee.com

≠ COFFEE HOUSE ON CHERRY STREET Desserts, allergy-friendly, cozy chocstulsa.com

≠ THE COLLABORATIVE

Aesthetic, seasonal, patio collaborativeok.com

≠ CORACLE COFFEE

Downtown, varieties, meetings coracle.coffee

≠ DOUBLESHOT COFFEE CO. Rustic, baked goods, calm doubleshotcoffee.com

≠ FOOLISH THINGS COFFEE CO.

Housemade syrups, airy, pop-ups foolishthingscoffee.com

≠ FULTON STREET BOOKS AND COFFEE Welcoming, Black-owned, chill fultonstreet918.com

≠ GYPSY COFFEE HOUSE

Espresso, comfy, desserts gypsycoffee.com

≠ JONES COFFEE CO.

Route 66, food, comfy jonescoffeecompany.org

≠ NORDAGGIOS COFFEE

Roastery, longtime, hangout nordaggios.com

≠ PONY COFFEE

Bicycles, cozy, upcycled decor ponycoffee.com

≠ SHADES OF BROWN Pottery, cozy, coffee shadescoffee.com

≠ SHE BREWS

For-cause, atmosphere, hip location shebrewscoffee.org

≠ SONA

Women-owned, fresh-roasted, events sonacoffee.net

≠ TOPECA COFFEE

Seed-to-cup, specialty, atmosphere topecacoffee.com

DELIS ≠ BIG AL’S HEALTHY FOODS Vegan-friendly, pitas, smoothies bigalshealthyfoods CONTINUED ON P. 40

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≠ BOSTON DELI GRILL AND MARKET Contemporary, upscale, catering thebostondeli.com

≠ DECO DELI

≠ ROZAY’S WINGZ

≠ MONDO’S RISTORANTE ITALIANO

≠ CALAVERAS MEXICAN GRILL

≠ STEAK STUFFERS USA

≠ PROSSIMO RISTORANTE

≠ CANCUN INTERNATIONAL

Specials, seafood, Memphis-style tulsawingspot

Specials, salads, downtown decodelitulsa

Philly-inspired, catering, atmospheric steakstuffersusa.com

≠ FELINI’S COOKIES AND DELI

≠ TALLY’S GOOD FOOD CAFE

≠ LAMBRUSCO’Z TO GO

≠ TIM’S MIDTOWN DINER

Breakfast, sandwiches, cookies feliniscookies.com Deli, Tulsa-classic, grab-and-go lambruscoz.com

≠ P.J.’S SANDWICH SHOPPE

Long-standing, family-owned, catering pjssandwichshoppe.com

≠ TRENCHERS DELICATESSEN

Open late, popular, sandwiches TrenchersDeli

DINERS ≠ BROOKSIDE DINER Classic, comforting, from-scratch brooksidedinerok.com

≠ CONEY ISLAND

Historic, tamales, chili coneyislandhotweiners

≠ CORNER CAFE

Catering, home-style, skillets cornercafetulsa.com

≠ DILLY DINER

All-day-breakfast, downtown, catering dillydiner.com

≠ FREEWAY CAFE

Home-style, onion rings, pastries freewaycafeinc.com

≠ IKE’S CHILI

Route 66, Tulsa’s oldest, delicious ikeschilius.com

≠ JAY’S CONEYS

Specialty, brunch, atmospheric coneyconeyconeys

≠ NELSON’S BUFFETERIA

Breakfast, specials, all-American nelsonsbuffeteria.com

≠ PHAT PHILLY’S CHEESESTEAKS Satisfying, cheesy, salads phatphillys.com

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Route 66, variety, Tulsa-favorite tallyscafe.com Breakfast, Tulsa classic, Native-owned timsmidtowndiner.com

≠ WANDA J’S

Soul food, Southern, Tulsa legend wandajs.com

GERMAN ≠ FASSLER HALL Brunch, live entertainment, beer fasslerhall.com

≠ SIEGI’S SAUSAGE FACTORY

Quality, handmade, family-owned siegis.com

INDIAN ≠ DESI WOK Modern, made-to-order, wings desiwok.net

≠ INDIA PALACE

Tulsa’s oldest, made-to-order, buffet theindiapalacetulsa.com

≠ TANDOORI GUYS

Authentic, buffet, variety tandooriguysba.com

ITALIAN ≠ BIGA Handmade, authentic, family bigaitalianrestaurant.com

≠ DALESANDRO’S

Upscale, traditional, wines dalesandros.com

≠ IL SEME

Locally-sourced, hip, atmospheric ilsemetulsa.com

≠ LITTLE VENICE

Low-key, tableside, staples littlevenice.us

Hearty, popular, family-owned mondositalian.com

Elevated, handmade, impeccable prossimoristorante.com

≠ TI AMO RISTORANTE ITALIANO Savory, authentic, diverse tiamotulsa.com

≠ SAPORI

Italian, Mediterranean, cozy saporitulsa.com

≠ VILLA RAVENNA

Upscale, Italian-owned, homemade villaravenna.com

Specials, authentic, catering calaverasmexicangrill.com

RESTAURANT Specials, family-owned, tasty eatatcancun.com

≠ CASA TEQUILA

Ambiance, authentic, specialty casatequila.com

≠ CHIMI’S MEXICAN FOOD

Quality, traditional, brunch chimismexican.com

≠ ELOTE CAFE AND CATERING Tulsa favorite, vegan-friendly, puffy tacos elotetulsa.com

JUICE ≠ EDIBLEND Superfoods, post-workout, cleanses ediblend.com

≠ EL AREPASO

≠ FROOT BOWLS

≠ EL RANCHO GRANDE

≠ INHERITANCE JUICERY

≠ EL RIO VERDE

≠ PURE FOOD + JUICE

≠ EL SAMBORSITO

MEXICAN/ TEX-MEX/LATIN AMERICAN ≠ 3 TEQUILAS MEXICAN GRILL AND CANTINA Queso, Brookside, shareable drinks 3tequilas.com

≠ FIESTA COZUMEL CANTINA

Fresh, thick, sweet frootbowls.com Cold-press, vegan, upscale inheritancejuicery.com Plant-based, gluten-free, wellness purefoodandjuice.com

≠ 918 MAPLES

Birria, patio, casual 918maplestacosandcantina.com

≠ BAJA JACK’S BURRITO SHACK Fast-casual, funky, elote bajajacksonline.com

≠ BRAVOS MEXICAN GRILL

Seafood, tableside guacamole, friendly 71street.orderbravosmexicangrill. com

≠ CAFE OLÉ

Southwestern, vibrant, Brookside cafeolebrookside.com

Venezuelan, arepas, casual elarepasovenezuelancafe.com Historic, specialty, tamales elranchograndemexicanfood.com Wet burrito, cozy, local facebook.com/elrioverdetulsa Classic, steak, south Tulsa elsamborsitotulsa

AND GRILL Authentic, from-scratch, bar fiestacozumeltulsa.com

≠ FIESTA DEL MAR

Seafood, traditional, great service arribasahuayo

≠ HOLÉ MOLÉ

Patio, Oaxaca-style, mocktails holemoletulsa

≠ INKANTO PERUVIAN CUISINE Authentic, vibrant, tradition inkantoperucuisine918

≠ LA HACIENDA

Fresh, market, casual eatlahacienda.com

≠ LA TERTULIA

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VOTED BEST BREAKFAST

TULSA

Tulsa’s Chef-Driven Speakeasy hidden beneath the Deco District.

Voted Best Coffee House, Bakery & Gluten-Free Choices

SPECIALTY COFFEE & BAKERY Local Farm Breakfast, Delicious Desserts, Specialty Coffees, Local Roaster, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Vegan Options 522 S. Boston Ave. Ste. B100 | 918-301-0744 | bostontitleandabstract.com Wednesday & Thursday: 5-10pm Friday & Saturday: 5-11pm

Open late!

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≠ LOS CABOS

Atmospheric, live music, margaritas loscabosok.com

≠ LOS PRIMOS

Cocktails, creative, health-minded 918-289-0387

≠ MANOS PERUANAS

Peruvian, variety, unique manosperuanas.net

≠ MI COCINA

Cocktails, Tex-Mex, brunch micocina.com

≠ PEPPER’S GRILL

Southwestern, large menu, Utica Square peppersutica

≠ SEÑOR FAJITAS

Tex-Mex, fajitas, desserts senorfajitastexmex

≠ SEÑOR TEQUILA

Margaritas, brunch, queso senortequilaok.com

≠ SIN FRONTERAS

Honduran, breakfast, authentic sinfronterasok.com

≠ TACOS DON FRANCISCO

Casual, vegetarian-friendly, open late 21st.tacosdonfranciscook.com

≠ TACOS SAN PEDRO

Authentic, Tulsa-native, tasty tsptulsa

≠ TACOS X MEZCAL

Fresh, creative, elevated txmztaco.com

≠ TAQUERIA LA CABANA

Family-owned, authentic, gorditas taquerialacabanatulsa

≠ TORTILLERIA DE PUEBLA

Authentic, tamales, catering tortilleriadepueblaok.com

≠ TRES AMIGOS MEXICAN GRILL AND CANTINA Family-friendly, specialty, build-your-own tresamigotulsa.com

≠ TULY’S TACOS

Downtown, margaritas, authentic tulystacos918

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MEDITERRANEAN/ MIDDLE EASTERN ≠ GYROS BY ALI Casual, shawarma, large menu gyrosbyali.com

≠ PITA PLACE

Build-your-own, market, family meals pita-place.com

≠ SAFFRON

Persian, homemade stews, kabobs saffrontulsa.com

≠ SHAWKAT’S MEDITERRANEAN GRILL Lebanese, patio, desserts shawkat-tulsa.com

≠ TABOULI’S

Greek, family-owned, downtown taboulisgreekrestaurant

≠ TIKKA KABAB

Med-Mexican fusion, vegan options, great service tikkakabab.com

PIZZA ≠ ANDOLINI’S PIZZERIA Award-winning, garlic knots, patio andopizza.com

≠ ANDOLINI’S SLICED

Downtown, gelato, patio andopizza.com

≠ BOHEMIAN WOODFIRE PIZZA AND HOMEMADE PASTA Patio, cocktails, aesthetic eastvillagebohemian.com

≠ COPANEAZI’S PIZZERIA Stonefired, downtown, Neopolitan-style copaneazis.com

≠ D’ORO PIZZA

Wings, family-owned, vegetarian-friendly doropizzas.com

≠ EMPIRE SLICE HOUSE

NY-style, daily slice, fun decor empireslicepizza.com

≠ HIDEAWAY PIZZA

Local favorite, ranch dressing, casual hideawaypizza.com

≠ JC’S PIZZA

Late night, gluten-free, sandwiches jcspizza.com

≠ LA ROMA PIZZA

Mediterranean, pasta, vegan-friendly laromapizzatulsa.com

≠ MAHOGANY PRIME STEAKHOUSE Custom-aged, cocktails, upscale mahoganyprimesteakhouse.com

≠ LOFI

≠ MCGILL’S

≠ MAZZIO’S ITALIAN EATERY

≠ PRHYME: DOWNTOWN

Hip, listening bar, wine lofitulsa.com Delivery, specialty, Tulsa-native mazzios.com

≠ NAPA FLATS WOOD-FIRED KITCHEN Views, brunch, gluten-free options napaflats.com

≠ NYC PIZZA

Delivery, no-nonsense, desserts 918-779-7760

≠ PIE HOLE PIZZERIA

No-fuss, retro, by-the-slice pieholepizzeria.com

≠ SAVASTANO’S PIZZERIA

Chicago-style, salad bar, casual savastanospizzeria.com

≠ UMBERTO’S PIZZA

NY-Style, easy, by-the-slice umbertostulsa

SEAFOOD ≠ BILLY RAY’S CATFISH AND BBQ Family-owned, large menu, all-you-can-eat billyraysbbq.com

≠ BODEAN RESTAURANT

Relaxed, service, desserts dinemcgills.com

STEAKHOUSE Modern, upscale, bar menu prhymetulsa.com

≠ THE SPUDDER

Historic, large menu, eclectic thespudder.com

UPSCALE ≠ AMELIA’S Wood-fired, seasonal, vegan-friendly amelias.us

≠ BARONS ON 1ST

Ambiance, steaks, celebration baronson1st.com

≠ BIN 35 BISTRO

Brookside, gluten-free, French-American bin35bistro.com

≠ THE BISTRO AT SEVILLE

Service, personal, locally-sourced thebistroatseville.com

≠ BOSTON TITLE AND ABSTRACT Speakeasy, chef-driven, escargot bostontitleandabstract.com

AND MARKET Fresh, fine dining, oysters bodean.net

≠ BULL IN THE ALLEY

≠ PEACEMAKER LOBSTER

≠ THE CHALKBOARD

AND CRAB Raw bar, rustic, cocktails peacemakerlobstercrab.com/tulsa

≠ WHITE RIVER FISH MARKET Variety, local staple, lobster whiteriverfishmarket.com

STEAK ≠ FLEMING’S PRIME STEAKHOUSE Midtown, handcrafted, premium flemingssteakhouse.com

≠ JAMIL’S

Local staple, Lebanese hors d’oeuvres, cocktails jamilsrestaurant.com

Elegant, steakhouse, atmospheric bullinthealley.com Savory, brunch, local staple chalkboardtulsa.com

≠ DUET

Modern, vibrant, patio duetjazz.com

≠ FARMBAR

Prix fixe nights, locally sourced, award-winning farmbartulsa.com

≠ THE FRENCH HEN BISTRO AND WINE BAR Scratch-kitchen, brunch, cocktails frenchhentulsa.net

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BE SEEN ON THE

GREEN Discover free park events at GuthrieGreen.com

TULSA’S PREMIER LIVE MUSIC & JAZZ CLUB T I C K E T S AT L O W D O W N T U L S A . C O M

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POSH PATIOS DOC’S WINE AND FOOD

Specializing in niche Creole cuisine that features fresh seafood, oysters and pasta with expertly curated wine pairings, Doc’s is a much-frequented favorite for many Tulsans. Doc’s patio is nestled right in the middle of all the action on the Brookside sidewalk, making it prime for people-watching and sitting long into the evening with family and friends.

3509 S. Peoria Ave. | 918-949-3663 docswineandfood.com

Noche

≠ THE HEMINGWAY

≠ RIDGE GRILL

≠ JUNIPER RESTAURANT

≠ SISSEROU’S CARIBBEAN

Seasonality, wines, desserts junipertulsa.com

≠ MELTING POT

Fondue, decadent, classic meltingpot.com

≠ MR. KIM’S

Asian-inspired, steakhouse, table grills fantasticmrkims.com

≠ NOCHE

Award-winning, vibrant, Mexico City-inspired eatdrinknoche.com

≠ OREN

Progressive, brunch, locally sourced orenrestaurant.com

≠ POLO GRILL

Wine, craft, Utica Square pologrill.com

≠ REDROCK CANYON GRILL

Southwest, date night, rotisserie redrockcanyongrill.com

≠ RESTAURANT BASQUE

European-style, tapas, vibrant basquetulsa.com

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Gourmet, patio, brunch ridgegrill.com

RESTAURANT Colorful, seafood, Cuban sandwich sisserousrestaurant.com

≠ SMOKE. WOODFIRE GRILL Inspired, New-American, locally sourced smokewoodfiregrill.com

≠ STONEHORSE CAFE

French-inspired, market, desserts stonehorsecafe.com

HOLÉ MOLÉ

This new Cherry Street restaurant’s menu is influenced by the flavors of Mexico’s Oaxaca region with three molé sauces infused into numerous entrees and plates. Its patio features Cherry Street views, tables and a full bar. Happy hour is popular here — did someone say $5 margaritas? — and several appetizer specials. Menu favorites include the enchiladas and a bone-in pork chop.

1529 E. 15th St. | 539-664-5635 holemoletulsa

≠ THE TAVERN

Artisan, burger, local staple taverntulsa.com

≠ THE VAULT

Vegan-friendly, retro decor, cocktails vaulttulsa.com

≠ WILD FORK

Utica Square, romantic, patio wildforktulsa.com

WILD FORK

Located in bustling Utica Square, Wild Fork is a Tulsa destination for brunch, lunch and upscale dinner fare. The patio along Utica’s courtyard is an excellent spot for lingering over late morning mimosas or sharing a cast-iron skillet of mini cinnamon rolls. The nearby bubbling fountain and beautiful blooms in the spring and summer make a great backdrop.

1820 Utica Square | 918-742-0712 wildforktulsa.com

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PHILBROOK MUSEUM OF ART

MORGAN WELCH

One of Tulsa’s most beautiful neighborhoods is the setting for Philbrook Museum of Art, an Italianate villa built in 1927 on 23 lush acres by oilman Waite Phillips and his wife, Genevieve.

Philbrook, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, has evolved from a grand family estate to one of America’s finest art museums, showcasing collections from around the world. Pro tip: Visit the villa’s basement for an interactive Q&A display that chronicles the site’s history.

Numerous educational programs for all ages, a diverse permanent collection, traveling exhibits and lush gardens draw more than 150,000 visitors per year. Special Philbrook events range from the Internet Cat Video Festival to the MIX cocktail battle and Films on the Lawn.

2727 S. ROCKFORD ROAD 918-748-5300 PHILBROOK.ORG

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MUSEUMS AND ART SPOTS FIRST FRIDAY

On the first Friday of the month, the downtown Tulsa Arts District is abuzz.

Experience free art exhibits, live music and performances from 6-9 p.m. at the First Friday Art Crawl.

First Friday brings more than 3,000 Tulsans and visitors to galleries, studios and museums, providing a great opportunity to mingle with the local masses, catch a street performance or two, and generally take in Tulsa’s sights and sounds.

Vendors set up at Guthrie Green to sling locally-made goods and a Tulsa artist entertains the crowds from the stage. thetulsaartsdistrict.org

Acquired by the George Kaiser Family Foundation in 2016, the Bob Dylan Archive highlights the unique artistry and worldwide cultural significance of Bob Dylan. The archive is now permanently housed at the Bob Dylan Center in the Tulsa Arts District.

This three-story building faces downtown Tulsa’s hugely popular public gathering space, Guthrie Green, and depicts a rare 1965 image of Dylan, donated to the center by renowned photographer Jerry Schatzberg.

The center offers curated exhibits pulled from the priceless collection of more than 100,000 items spanning Dylan’s career.

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TIM LANDES

BOB DYLAN CENTER

SERVING TULSA

SINCE 1988

NOW SERVING LUNCH DOWNTOWN!

TWO LOCATIONS

South: 6024 S. Sheridan Rd. | 918-499-1919

3509 S. Peoria Ave. | 918-745-6699

Downtown: 202 S. Cheyenne Ave. | 918-592-5151

Immersing Tulsa in Southwestern Flavors Since 1987

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108 | CONTEMPORARY

SHERWIN MILLER MUSEUM OF JEWISH ART

The region’s largest Jewish museum, Sherwin Miller Museum of Jewish Art features distinctive architecture and beautiful artwork. The museum also includes educational exhibits and programs on Jewish culture, history, religion and art, from ancient times to present-day Oklahoma, including the Kaiser Holocaust Exhibition. Additional galleries host international exhibitions and those from the museum’s collections.

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GILCREASE MUSEUM

Gilcrease Museum is known worldwide for its comprehensive collection of art and artifacts telling the story of the American West and the people of North and South America. It is temporarily closed as a new facility completes construction (expected to open in 2026). Shop the museum store, Curations, at its temporary location at 101 E. Archer St. gilcrease.org

WOODY GUTHRIE CENTER

The museum, archives and performance venue honoring the Okemah-born troubadour opened in 2013 and sits in Tulsa’s Arts District across the street from Guthrie Green. The facility honors Woody Guthrie’s life and legacy by educating visitors, teachers and students about his relevance today and his role in American history. Learn about the Dust Bowl, see the original handwritten lyrics to “This Land is Your Land” and so much more.

102 E. Reconciliation Way 918-574-2710 woodyguthriecenter.org

108|CONTEMPORARY, WOODY GUTHRIE, OKEQ, TULSA GLASSBLOWING SCHOOL: GREG BOLLINGER; OUTSIDERS HOUSE: PHIL CLARKIN; SHERWIN MILLER: MICHELLE POLLARD; GILCREASE MUSEUM: TOM GILBERT/COURTESY UNIVERSITY OF TULSA

Located in the Tulsa Arts District, 108 | Contemporary is the only organization in Oklahoma dedicated to contemporary craft. The gallery often hosts special exhibitions and showcases throughout the year. Its shop includes everything from original works to jewelry, DIY kits and more.

108 E. Reconciliation Way 108contemporary.org

OKEQ GALLERY

Oklahomans for Equality (or OkEq) was founded in 1980 by a small group of people concerned about human rights and equality for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender individuals. OkEq opened Oklahoma’s first LGBTQ Community Center in October 1996. Thanks to fundraising from the Pyramid Project capital campaign, OkEq opened its first permanent building, the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center, on Jan. 23, 2007.

The Equality Center is home to a diverse, vibrant and engaged community of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender persons, knowledgeable staff and dedicated volunteers. Each month, the Equality Center gallery spotlights work by local artists. Meet the artist at their First Thursdays gallery openings, held from 6-9 p.m. on the first Thursday of every month.

621 E. Fourth St. 918-743-4297 okeq.org

TULSA GLASSBLOWING SCHOOL THE OUTSIDERS HOUSE MUSEUM

In the early ’80s, Oscar-winning director Francis Ford Coppola came to Tulsa to catapult S.E. Hinton’s memorable characters off the pages of “The Outsiders” onto the big screen. Rather than use a Hollywood back lot, the filmmaker and crew transformed an ordinary Tulsa neighborhood into a fully functioning movie set. In 1983, “The Outsiders” film was released, featuring a cast of young, talented actors who would go on to become household names.

Stepping into the museum gives fans young and old a chance to see rare and never-before-seen photos, movie artifacts and more. Even if you’re a longtime fan of “The Outsiders,” you’re bound to see and learn something new.

731 N. St. Louis Ave. Private tours available by calling 918-949-1345. theoutsidershouse.com

Whether you’re a novice or a skilled glass artist, the nonprofit Tulsa Glassblowing School provides an outlet for creativity, teamwork and self-expression. In McClure Park, TGS operates an open-access hotshop and kiln studio, where it leads guests in one-time hotglass experiences, multi-week classes and private lessons.

“It’s a unique experience for anyone interested in the beauty of glass art,” says TGS Executive Director Janet Duvall.

The school, which partners with local schools and youth programs, also offers VETri, a therapeutic glassblowing program for military veterans, provided at no cost to them. It is one of only two such programs in the U.S. 7440 E. Seventh St. 918-582-4527 tulsaglassblowing.org Tulsa Guest Guide 51

LIVING ARTS OF TULSA

Tulsa is home to a plethora of arts events, and Living Arts of Tulsa is frequently behind them. Part venue, part facilitator of arts programming, Living Arts describes itself as “a platform for evolving ideas and aesthetics, interdisciplinarity and community empowerment through exhibitions, workshops, performances, films, lectures and education.”

The New Genre Arts Festival, one of Living Arts’ biggest and most well-known events, features some of the most stimulating and thought-provoking visual and performing arts in the nation, according to festival organizers.

Living Arts also presents the annual Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) Arts Festival each November. The popularity of this festival is due in large part to Tulsa’s active and considerable Hispanic and Latino communities. Expect to find traditional and contemporary Latinx dancers as well as mariachi and salsa bands.

Many ofrendas erected by artists and groups honor their loved ones.

307 E. Reconciliation Way 918-585-1234 livingarts.org

GREENWOOD RISING

Greenwood Rising is a history center sharing the story of Black Wall Street before, during and after the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre. From May 31-June 1, 1921, white mobs destroyed 35 blocks of the city’s prominent Black community of Greenwood.

Designed by Local Projects, the team behind the National September 11 Memorial and Museum, the immersive Greenwood Rising experience begins with a video introduction. Then, visitors “cross the tracks” to learn about the history of the district.

In one section, visitors take a seat in a “virtual barber’s shop” to better understand racist sentiments of the day. They also have the opportunity to make a personal commitment toward racial reconciliation that is added to a wall of positive messages upon exiting the museum.

The $18.2 million Greenwood Rising center was funded with local and state dollars and private donations. Tickets are required.

23 N. Greenwood Ave. 539-867-3173 greenwoodrising.org

If you’re looking to catch an all-star orchestral performance, a production of the Tulsa Ballet or Tulsa Opera, or a touring Broadway show, the four-theater Tulsa Performing Arts Center is the venue for you. Opened in 1977, the Tulsa PAC replaced the Tulsa Theater as the City of Tulsa’s municipal auditorium with a premiere concert by Ella Fitzgerald.

Celebrity Attractions, a Tulsa-based presenter and producer of national tours, presents its shows at the PAC and has one of the most successful Broadway seasons in the country, according to CEO Kristin Dotson.

In recent years, the PAC Trust has emphasized “the arts for all.” Its Orbit Arts initiative partners with local organizations providing arts education and experiences to the masses.

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TULSA PERFORMING ARTS CENTER

Greater Tulsa’s

MUST-SEE MUSEUMS STEP INTO THE UNKNOWN

THE HEART OF FOLK LIVES HERE

Mabel B. Little Heritage House • Pictorial Exhibitions Survivors Remembrances • Black Wall Street

Greenwood Cultural Center

322 North Greenwood Avenue • Tulsa, OK 74120 greenwoodculturalcenter.org Tulsa Guest Guide 53

108 | Contemporary

GALLERIES ≠ 108 | CONTEMPORARY

≠ LIGGETT STUDIO

≠ THE ANTIQUARY

≠ LIVING ARTS OF TULSA

108 E. Reconciliation Way 918-895-6302 108contemporary.org 3024 E. 15th St. 918-582-2897

≠ ARTS@302

302 S. Main St., Broken Arrow 918-936-2806 arts302.com

≠ CHRIS MANTLE GALLERY 1307 E. 15th St. christophermantle

≠ EXHIBIT BY ABERSON 3524 S. Peoria Ave. 918-740-1054 abersonexhibits.com

≠ FLAGSHIP AT TULSA ARTIST FELLOWSHIP

112 N. Boston Ave. 539-302-4855 tulsaartistfellowship.org

≠ HOLLIMAN GALLERY AT

HOLLAND HALL WALTER ARTS CENTER 5666 E. 81st St. 918-481-1111 hollandhall.org/arts

≠ THE HULETT COLLECTION 1311 E. 15th St. 918-934-7240 thehulettcollection.com

≠ HUMMINGBIRD FINE CRAFT 317 S. Trenton Ave., Suite C 918-764-8884 hummingbirdfinecraft

≠ JOSEPH GIEREK FINE ART 1342 E. 11th St. 918-592-5432 gierek.com

≠ JOSH STOUT GALLERY 2609 W. 40th Place 918-706-7715 joshstoutgallery.com

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314 S. Kenosha Ave. 918-694-5719 liggettstudio.com

307 E. Reconciliation Way 918-585-1234 livingarts.org

≠ LOVETTS GALLERY AND FRAMING

6528 E. 51st St. 918-664-4732 lovettsgallery.com

≠ M.A. DORAN GALLERY 3509 S. Peoria Ave. 918-748-8700 madorangallery.com

≠ POSITIVE SPACE TULSA 1324 E. Third St. positivespacetulsa

≠ PRICE GALLERY

1513 E. 11th St., Suite B 918-640-3030

≠ ROYCE MYERS GALLERY 1706 S. Boston Ave. 918-582-0288 roycemyers.com

≠ THE SKY GALLERY

1401 E. 11th St., Unit C 918-495-5368 theskygallery.com

≠ TULSA ARTISTS’ COALITION GALLERY

9 E. Reconciliation Way 918-592-0041 tacgallery.org

≠ TULSA INDIAN ART MARKET 5014 S. Sheridan Road 918-664-0626 indianarttulsa.com

≠ ZIEGLER ART AND FRAME 6 N. Lewis Ave. 918-584-2217 zieglerart.com

PERFORMANCE GROUPS The following theater companies and arts groups always have something in the works. See websites for scheduled performances.

AMERICAN THEATRE CO. 918-804-2907 americantheatrecompany.org

CELEBRITY ATTRACTIONS 918-477-7469 celebrityattractions.com

CHAMBER MUSIC TULSA 918-587-3802 chambermusictulsa.org

VENUES BOK CENTER

MABEE CENTER

BRICKTOWN COMEDY CLUB

STUDIO K AT TULSA BALLET

BROKEN ARROW PERFORMING ARTS CENTER

TULSA PERFORMING ARTS CENTER

200 S. Denver Ave. 918-894-4200 bokcenter.com 5982 S. Yale Ave. 918-216-9090 bricktowntulsa.com

108|CONTEMPORARY, BOK CENTER: GREG BOLLINGER; BACK TO THE FUTURE: MATTHEW MURPHY AND EVAN ZIMMERMAN

These hotspots host various concerts and performing arts groups throughout the year.

Check websites for upcoming events.

701 S. Main St., Broken Arrow 918-259-5778 brokenarrowpac.com

COX BUSINESS CONVENTION CENTER 100 Civic Center 918-894-4350 coxcentertulsa.com

THE LOONY BIN

6808 S. Memorial Drive, Suite 234 918-392-5653 tulsa.loonybincomedy.com

7777 S. Lewis Ave. 918-495-6000 mabeecenter.com

1212 E. 45th Place 918-749-6006 tulsaballet.org

110 E. Second St. 918-596-7111 tulsapac.com

SIGNATURE SYMPHONY AT TULSA COMMUNITY COLLEGE 918-595-7777 signaturesymphony.org

THEATRE TULSA 918-587-8402 theatretulsa.org

TULSA CHORALE tulsachorale

TULSA OPERA 918-582-3133 tulsaopera.com

TULSA SPOTLIGHT THEATER

918-587-5030 tulsaspotlighttheater.com

TULSA SYMPHONY 918-584-3645 tulsasymphony.org

WORLD STAGE THEATRE CO. 918-928-5319 okworldstage.org

TULSA BALLET 918-749-6030 tulsaballet.org

“Back to the Future” presented by Celebrity Attractions

TULSA THEATER

105 W. Reconciliation Way 918-582-7239 tulsatheater.com

VANTREASE PERFORMING ARTS CENTER FOR EDUCATION AT TULSA COMMUNITY COLLEGE 10300 E. 81st St. 918-595-7777 tulsacc.edu/campus-locations/ vantrease-pace

LORTON PERFORMANCE CENTER AT THE UNIVERSITY OF TULSA 550 S. Gary Place 918-631-5241 utulsa.edu/about/facilities/ lorton-performance-center

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SPORTS AND OUTDOORS

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FC TULSA

FC Tulsa is a professional soccer club that competes in the second division of U.S. Soccer. The season runs from March through October with home games set against the downtown skyline backdrop. Cheer on the players and participate in a pre-match warmup experience and post-match fireworks. Bring your kids along to enjoy the fun facilities at the Oklahoma Central Credit Union Kids Zone.

ONEOK FIELD, 201 N. ELGIN AVE. | 918-297-6808 | FCTULSA.COM Tulsa Guest Guide 57

PUBLIC GOLF ≠ BAILEY RANCH GOLF CLUB 10105 Larkin Bailey Blvd., Owasso 918-274-4653 baileyranchgolf.com

≠ BATTLE CREEK GOLF CLUB 3200 N. Battle Creek Drive, Broken Arrow 918-355-4850 battlecreekgolf.net

≠ CHEROKEE HILLS GOLF

≠ LIT’L LINKS GOLF CLUB

CLUB 770 S. W. Cherokee St., Catoosa 800-760-6700 hardrockcasinotulsa.com/ golf

≠ MOHAWK PARK GOLF

≠ FOREST RIDGE GOLF COURSE 7501 E. Kenosha, Broken Arrow 918-357-2282 forestridgegolf.com

≠ BROKEN ARROW GOLF AND ATHLETIC CLUB 1651 E. Omaha St., Broken Arrow 918-355-0602 brokenarrowgolfac.com

≠ CANYONS AT BLACKJACK RIDGE 1801 N. McKinley Ave., Sand Springs 918-246-2606 thecanyonsatblackjackridge. com

≠ LAFORTUNE PARK GOLF COURSE 5501 S. Yale Ave. 918-496-6200 lafortunegolfclub.com

≠ LINKS GOLF AND ATHLETIC CLUB 11500 S. Links Court, Bixby 918-369-6035 lindseygolf.com/links-onmemorial

LaFortune Park Golf Course

YOGA ≠ BALANCE. YOGA. BARRE. 3509 S. Peoria Ave. 918-884-7650 balanceyogabarre.com

≠ BE LOVE YOGA STUDIO

1310 E. Sixth St., 918-6058221; 112 S. Main St., Broken Arrow, 918-946-0731; 211 E. Main St., Jenks, 918-605-8221 beloveyogastudio.com

≠ I AM YOGA STUDIO

2633 E. 15th St., Suite D 918-409-2273 iamyogatulsa.com

≠ OPEN EYE YOGA

4329 S. Peoria Ave. 918-808-9642 openeyeyoga.com

≠ SALT YOGA

1708 Utica Square 918-392-7888 saltyogatulsa.com

≠ UPDOG YOGA

415 E. 12th St. 918-551-7226 updogyogatulsa.com

≠ YOGAQUEST

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SPORTS TEAMS Professional and semi-pro teams as well as local universities offer a variety of men’s and women’s sports. Here are some of Tulsa’s most popular.

≠ FC TULSA

March through October ONEOK Field, 201 N. Elgin Ave. 918-297-6808 fctulsa.com

≠ OKLAHOMA RAGE

April through July Charles Page High School Memorial Stadium, 600 N. Adams Road, Sand Springs oklahomaragefb.com

≠ ORAL ROBERTS UNIVERSITY Baseball, basketball, cross country, golf soccer, tennis, track and field, volleyball oruathletics.com

≠ TULSA ATHLETIC

May through July Hicks Park, 3433 S. Mingo Road tulsaathletic.com

11915 S. 129th E. Ave., Broken Arrow 918-481-3673 litllinks.com

COURSE 5223 E. 41st St. N. 918-425-6871 tulsagolf.org

≠ OWASSO GOLF AND ATHLETIC CLUB 13604 E. 84th St. N., Owasso 918-274-4884 owassogolfac.com

≠ PAGE BELCHER GOLF COURSE 6666 S. Union Ave. 918-446-1529 tulsagolf.org

≠ SOUTH LAKES GOLF COURSE 9253 S. Elwood Ave., Jenks 918-746-3760 southlakesgolf.com

≠ TULSA DRILLERS May through September ONEOK Field, 201 N. Elgin Ave. 918-744-5998 tulsadrillers.com

≠ TULSA OILERS FOOTBALL March through July BOK Center, 200 S. Denver Ave. 918-632-7825 tulsaoilersfootball.com

≠ TULSA OILERS HOCKEY October through April BOK Center, 200 S. Denver Ave. tulsaoilers.com

≠ UNIVERSITY OF TULSA Basketball, cross country, football, golf, rowing, soccer, softball, tennis, track and field, volleyball tulsahurricane.com

TULSA OILERS FOOTBALL: COURTESY; LAFORTUNE: MICHELLE POLLARD

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SPORTS BOWLING ≠ ANDY B’S 8711 S. Lewis Ave. 918-299-9494 andybtulsa.com

≠ BROKEN ARROW LANES

4701 S. Elm Place, Broken Arrow 918-455-4616 brokenarrowlanes.com

≠ DUST BOWL LANES AND LOUNGE 211 S. Elgin Ave. 918-430-3901 dustbowllounge.com

≠ MAIN EVENT

7830 S. Santa Fe Ave. W. 918-447-1200 mainevent.com/locations/tulsa-ok

≠ SHERIDAN LANES BOWLING 3121 S. Sheridan Road 918-627-2728 amf.com/sheridanlanesok

SKATE PARKS ≠ GATHERING PLACE 2650 S. John Williams Way 918-779-1000 gatheringplace.org

≠ NIENHUIS SKATE PARK

3201 N. Ninth St., Broken Arrow 918-259-6550 brokenarrowok.gov/613/skate-park

≠ SKATENORTH

2910 E. 56th St. N. 918-596-2100 cityoftulsa.org

≠ VETERANS PARK SKATE PARK

≠ URBAN AIR ADVENTURE PARK

TRAMPOLINE PARKS ≠ AIRTOPIA ADVENTURE PARK 12932 E. 86th St. N., Owasso 918-401-4650 airtopiapark.com

≠ BOUNCEU

329 S. Elm St., Jenks jenks.com/164/parks-recreation

≠ SKY ZONE TULSA 8306 E. 61st St. 918-877-7700 skyzone.com/tulsa

≠ SPRING TOWN TRAMPOLINE

3328 E. 51st St. 918-770-9987 urbanairtrampolinepark.com

OTHERS 8922 S. Memorial Drive, Suite A 918-249-0090 bounceu.com/tulsa-ok

≠ GO BALLISTIC KIDS PLAY CENTER 6202 S. Sheridan Road 918-605-9698 goballistictulsa.com

PARK 8314 E. 71st St. 918-294-8671 incrediblepizza.com

River Parks

The City of Tulsa has 135 parks and six community centers for ample recreation opportunities. Between Memorial Day and Labor Day, children can cool off in one of the many swimming pools, free splash pads and water playgrounds scattered throughout the city. Tulsa County boasts several parks with trails, golf courses and more.

Find a city or county park near you at maps.cityoftulsa.org/parksfinder and tulsacounty.org/parks.

Walkers, runners and cyclists will find plenty of trails and paved paths throughout Tulsa RiverParks, 800 acres of land stretching along the Arkansas River. Visit riverparks.org for a map of trails.

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PARKS

SUBURBS

Tulsa’s neighbors are bustling with activity. Take in the sights of tranquil parks, trendy shopping districts, local flavors and one-of-a-kind festivals in these three communities.

B ROK E N ARROW

Tulsa’s neighbor to the east is packed with hometown charms and family-friendly events.

Each summer BLUE BELL CREAMERIES hosts the TASTE OF SUMMER, an all-you-can-eat ice cream festival with water toys, market, arts and crafts, and more. The event this year is on June 21 at Central Park on Main.

Broken Arrow’s downtown Main Street — WHAT’S IN A NAME: The Muscogee people who settled

also known as the Rose District — has everything a trendy shopping district

along the Arkansas River in the area

could need. There are high-quality

were the Thlikachka or Broken Arrow

restaurants to satisfy any craving,

tribal town, according to the City of

upscale shopping and plenty of activities

Broken Arrow.

on this strip. Friday nights are made even better with a movie night at Laurannae Baking Co. With breakfast spots, salons,

a yoga studio, steakhouses and boutiques, there is something for everybody in the Rose District. Complete with the 1,500-seat Broken Arrow Performing Arts Center, a library and an interactive water feature, there is plenty to entertain all.

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Construction is underway on the SUNSET AMPHITHEATER, a 12,500-seat capacity outdoor venue expected to open in 2025.

LAURANNAE, THUNDERBIRD BERRY FARM: MICHELLE POLLARD; VETERANS PARK: GREG BOLLINGER; SUNSET, BASS PRO, HARRAL: COURTESY

Several memorials stand at Veterans Park, located on the southern end of Main Street, right next door to the Broken Arrow Veterans Center, which serves as offices for local chapters of Veterans of Foreign Wars, American Legion and others.

More than 4,000 flags are on display at Floral Haven Cemetery each Memorial Day weekend as it hosts one of the largest private tributes in mid-America.

SUBURBS

Ray Harral Nature Center and Park, 7101 S. Third St., is a 40-acre refuge with 3 miles of trails, pollinator gardens and picnic areas. Special programs like storytimes, full moon hikes, birding and craft projects are often on the center’s calendar. Visit facebook.com/ rayharralnaturecenter to learn more.

Since Bass Pro Shops opened in Broken Arrow in 2005, the area along Hillside Drive has grown into a thriving commercial district with branded hotels, well-known restaurant chains and lifestyle shopping destinations.

New Orleans Square — at the intersection of New Orleans Street and Elm Place — recently underwent a rebranding and revitalization effort. It now regularly hosts special shopping and community events, including an annual three-day block party held every June.

Arrowhead Park, 300 E. Washington St., boasts 12 softball fields and was the 2014

Thunderbird Berry Farm welcomes guests to pick blueberries, blackberries and other vegetables

USA Softball Complex of the Year.

during the growing season.

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FESTIVALS AND EVENTS

MARCH

• SHAMROCK THE ROSE DISTRICT Broken Arrow’s official St. Patrick’s Day Block Party is an annual event that includes live music, food trucks and street vendors, a family-friendly kids’ zone, a craft beer garden and more. Organizers partner with Soldier’s Wish, an organization dedicated to making a meaningful impact on the lives of veterans, to grant a wish to a local veteran.

MAY

• FIESTA DE MAYO An authentic celebration of Hispanic culture, Fiesta de Mayo includes food, dancing, music, shopping, a car show and much more.

• ROOSTER DAYS This year marks 94 years of the Broken Arrow tradition known as Rooster Days. The four-day festival features carnival rides, a parade, a marketplace, food trucks and live entertainment.

JUNE

• BLOCK PARTY The New Orleans Square Block Party celebrates the American summer experience with concerts, food trucks, merchant booths and a kids’ zone. Fireworks conclude the festivities on Friday and Saturday nights.

Fiesta De Mayo

beer and scotch tastings, and other activities in the heart of downtown.

• CHALK IT UP/ ROSE FESTIVAL A celebration of art brings more than 50 artists to create colorful chalk masterpieces on Main Street while attendees browse works for sale and are entertained by local musicians.

OCTOBER

Rooster Days

• COOL GRILLES Presented by the Rotary Club of Broken Arrow, Cool Grilles is a classic car show lining the streets of the Rose District.

NOVEMBER/DECEMBER

• CHRISTMAS IN BROKEN ARROW This monthlong celebration begins with a Christmas tree lighting ceremony and adjoining festival featuring live music, circus artists, horse-drawn carriage rides, carol singers and a visit from the man of the hour — Santa Claus. Play Rose District Bingo, discover amazing businesses on Main Street and win big! The BA Ice Rink is a hub of wintertime activity. Nearby, the Rhema Christmas Lights Extravaganza welcomes guests to tour the 110-acre campus illuminated with millions of lights.

Scotfest

SEPTEMBER

• SCOTFEST Oklahoma’s flagship Scottish and Irish festival calls Broken Arrow home. Look for performances by Celtic rock and folk groups, Highland games,

Chalk it Up/Rose Festival

Experience Christmas in Broken Arrow!

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• CARIBBEAN SUSHI Fusion, spicy, poke bowls thecaribbeansushi.com

DISTRICT BURGER Grass-fed beef, locally sourced, milkshakes district-burger.com LAURANNAE BAKING CO. Artisanal, espresso, workshops lbcotulsa.com • LOS CABOS Mainstay, fresh, enchiladas loscabosok.com MAIN STREET TAVERN Comfort foods, craft beer, longtime favorite scarpa-rc.com/main-street-tavern • NATV Modern, casual, Native American natvba.com • RUSSO’S ITALIAN House-made sauces, brick oven, familiar nypizzeria.com/locations/broken-arrow RUSTIC CHOPHOUSE Upscale, intimate, steaks rusticchophouseba.com • SMOKIES HICKORY HOUSE Barbecue, lunch specials, bologna smokieshickoryhouse.com WATERS EDGE WINERY Urban, bistro-style, wine club wewba.com : LOCATED IN THE ROSE DISTRICT

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• NOUVEAU CHOCOLATES Handcrafting artisan chocolate for 21 years.

205 S. Main St. nouveauchocolate.com • 46 TRADING CO. Modern western ware with many bigname brands.

203 S. Main St. 46 Trading Co. • WILDER BROTHERS Adventure apparel and goods for men and women.

206 S. Main St. wilderbrothers • WILD IVY Earthy and feminine apparel and goods for women.

122 S. Main St. shopwildivy.com • POUR CHOICES Gift shop and boutiques offering seasonal and home décor.

114 S. Main St. Pour Choices • THE SUCCULENT SHOP Boutique plant shop with artisan gifts, make and take plus a full bar.

319 S. Main St. thesucculentshop.com

Funktified

• BASS PRO SHOPS A wide array of hunting, fishing, camping and outdoors gear can be found at this location, which features a massive fish tank perfect for viewing with the kiddos. Outside, amateur anglers can often be seen trying their hand at the fishing pond.

101 Bass Pro Drive bassproshops.com • RIVENDELL BOOKS AND BAUBLES Escape into a world of books at this locally-owned bookstore featuring new and pre-owned titles, gifts, games, toys and more. Special events are held throughout the year, too.

2034 W. Houston St. rivendellbandb.com • SUMMER’S MARKET HOME DECOR AND GIFTS No matter one’s aesthetic, shoppers can find the perfect addition to their home at Summer’s Market. Modern, farmhouse, French Country … you name it! Holiday decor and accesso-

ries are plentiful, as well as everyday items, furniture and home goods.

1925 S. Elm St. summersmarketba.com

ROSE DISTRICT

The Rose District is Broken Arrow’s historic downtown, full of boutiques, restaurants, hometown banking institutions, businesses and community spaces complemented by a pedestrian-friendly environment sprinkled with beautifully landscaped rose gardens.

• FUNKTIFIED Retro maximalism home decor with unique, funky gifts.

102 N. Main St. funktifiedstore.com • ROCKET FIZZ A one-stop shop for all your soda and candy cravings.

307 S. Main St. rocketfizz.com/locations/rocket-fizzbroken-arrow-ok

• SIMPLICITY Gift shop with signature line of handpoured candles, soaps and wax melts.

309 S. Main St. simplicitygift.com • BOOK AND BLOOM Community-focused shop with books, flowers, make and take.

115 E. Dallas St. bookandbloomba.com • MAGNOLIA SOAP AND BATH CO. Plant-based soaps and bath items for humans, pets and home.

201 S. Main St. magnoliasoapandbath.com

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Places to Stay

• BEST WESTERN 1200 E. Lansing St. • HAMPTON INN 2300 W. Albany St.

• HILTON GARDEN INN 420 W. Albany St. • HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS AND SUITES 2201 N. Stonewood Circle • HOMEWOOD SUITES 4900 W. Madison PI

• LA QUINTA INN AND SUITES 451 W. Albany St. • QUALITY INN 2301 W. Concord St.

• STONEY CREEK HOTEL 200 W. Albany St. • TOWNEPLACE SUITES 2251 N. Stonewood Circle

Visit Broken Arrow is excited to announce an expansion of its popular Uber ride voucher program, now offering complimentary transportation to and from the Tulsa International Airport for guests staying overnight at participating Broken Arrow hotels. In addition to this new destination, guests will continue to enjoy complimentary rides to two of the city’s most vibrant districts: The Rose District and New Orleans Square.

This program offers guests a seamless and convenient travel experience throughout their stay.

Complimentary Uber ride vouchers refresh daily and can be used for the duration of their hotel stay.

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Museums/Entertainment/Parks ARTS @ 302 A community art center that hosts gallery shows, arts classes, camps and special events for the Broken Arrow area.

302 S. Main St. arts302.com • BATTLE CREEK GOLF CLUB Public golf club with an 18-hole course whose bunkers recently received a $500,000 renovation under the supervision of golf architect David Tripp.

3200 N. Battle Creek Drive battlecreekgolf.net BROKEN ARROW PERFORMING ARTS CENTER Opened in 2009, the center hosts Broadway tours, pop concerts, specialty shows and various other events, while also home to Kristin Chenoweth public exhibit.

701 S. Main St. brokenarrowpac.com • LIBERTY PARKWAY TRAIL (BIKING/ RUNNING) A 9.5-mile trail used by walkers, runners and cyclists.

Along the Creek Turnpike. brokenarrowok.gov/ government/parks/ liberty-trail THE LODGE ON MAIN A taproom and banquet hall that is family friendly.

118 S. Main St. thelodgeonmainba.com MILITARY HISTORY MUSEUM Military artifacts are paired with stories of patriotism and valor.

112 N. Main St. okmhc.org MUSEUM BA Created by the Broken Arrow Historical Society,

the museum preserves the local history of the city and its residents with events and exhibitions throughout the year.

400 S. Main St. brokenarrowmuseum.org

Ray Harral Nature Center and Park

• RAY HARRAL NATURE CENTER AND PARK A 40-acre park that includes a nature center, trails, picnic shelters and tables, an outdoor classroom and more.

7101 S. Third St. Ray Harral Nature Center ROSE DISTRICT FARMERS MARKET Tuesday evening and Saturday morning markets held April-October — and a holiday market in November and December — featuring locally grown and handmade products.

418 S. Main St. rosedistrictfarmersmarket

Smashed Game and Grub

SMASHED GAME AND GRUB Arcade games from the 1980s and ‘90s with gaming consoles and food menu.

315 S. Main St. smashed-game-grill.square. site VETERANS PARK Eight memorials are spread across this Main Street park that honors local heroes.

1111 S. Main St. visitbrokenarrowok.com/ veterans : LOCATED IN THE ROSE DISTRICT

Veterans Park

SUBURBS

J EN K S Simon Premium Outlets opened in August 2024 with retailers such as Tory Burch, Nike Factory Store, Kate Spade and Vineyard Vines.

On the banks of the Arkansas River sits a bucolic yet burgeoning community with plenty of things to do.

Since 2003, Oklahoma Aquarium, WHAT’S IN A NAME: Named after railroad official Elmer E. Jenks.

located at 300 Aquarium Drive, has been teaching visitors about the aquatic world.

Visitors can experience Sea Turtle Island A walk down MAIN STREET treats

the shark tunnel — which houses the world’s largest collection of bull sharks — or

shoppers and diners to an array of

visit far-off locales like the Amazon. Check the website to help plan your visit around

storefronts. Along with a collection

the animal feed schedule, sea turtle encounter or shark feed tour. Numerous special events fill the calendar, like ZZZs in the Seas — a public sleepover — or the everpopular HallowMarine.

of boutiques, Main Street is host to restaurants like Kitch Cafe and George’s Pub, plus gift shops, a yoga studio, a bicycle shop and so much more.

ALONG THE BANKS OF THE ARK ANSAS RIVER SITS RIVERWALK , A

TULSA RIVERSIDE AIRPORT sits

COLLECTION OF RESTAUR ANTS, BARS AND VENUES THAT DESERVE

on more than 700 acres with nearly 500

A VISIT.

aircrafts based at RVS.

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or the Polynesian Reef, walk through

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OWAS S O

Owasso is a golfer’s paradise with numerous clubs and greens available.

Bailey Ranch Golf Club and Owasso Golf and Athletic Club are popular public options. The Patriot Golf Club is a private course that opened in 2010.

A booming suburb with plenty to see and do any day of the week.

Owasso’s downtown is known as the WHAT’S IN A NAME:

Redbud District. Centered around Redbud

The Elm Creek settlement was home to

Festival Park — a free, public space that

a rail line that ended in a turnaround “Y” near its depot. The Osage word “Owasso” means “the end” or “turn around.”

THE TIMMY AND CINDY PROJECT IS A PUBLIC ART INITIATIVE THAT STARTED IN 2004 AND NOW INCLUDES 42 STATUES OF THE BOY AND GIRL CHARACTERS SPREAD ACROSS THE CITY.

hosts events all year — the area is perfect for an afternoon stroll. Shoppers can find plenty of clothing options, as well as cooking and kitchen supplies, home decor, a pharmacy and more. Diners descend on

MAD EATS: MICHELLE POLLARD; MURAL: TIM LANDES

the popular MAD Eats (try the shakes), and downtown staple Giant Subs and Deli is a great place to snag a sandwich on the go.

BEYOND THE REDBUD DISTRICT, OWASSO HAS SEVERAL SHOPPING DESTINATIONS ALL WITHIN A SHORT DRIVE. TRY SMITH FARM MARKETPLACE FOR YOUR BIG-BOX AND CHAIN STOREFRONTS. ACROSS HIGHWAY 169, POP INTO SURCEE GIFTS AND HOME FOR A WIDE COLLECTION OF QUALITY GOODS. HEAD TO 86TH STREET NORTH FOR A SMATTERING OF LOCALLY OWNED RETAILERS AND FOOD PURVEYORS.

On the first Thursday of every month is the Gathering on Main where food trucks, live entertainment, vendors and artists gather.

The park is home to a farmers’ market on Saturdays in May-October.

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