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Whether you’ve lived here for half a century or have only called Tulsa home for a short time, I’m proud to call you a neighbor. Tulsa is bustling with excitement, and Tulsans are never at a loss for things to do. In this, our annual City Guide, we’ve compiled everything you need to truly experience your city. From reader-favorite restaurants and top-notch nightlife destinations to the best in shopping, attractions and more — it’s all here. I hope you use this guide the next time you’re out on the town. Save it for when family and friends are staying over for one of our event-filled weekends. Also, be sure to visit TulsaPeople.com for a full roundup of weekly events, music listings and more.
We love this city!
Happy exploring.
— ANNE BROCKMAN, EDITOR
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CITY GUIDE
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Tulsa’s
FESTIVALS AND EVENTS
AUGUST
4-9 Greenwood Film Festival
Oklahoma State University-Tulsa 700 N. Greenwood Ave. greenwoodfilmfestival.com
10 Global Gatherings Gathering Place
2650 S. John Williams Way gatheringplace.org
22-24 Blue Whale Comedy Festival Tulsa Arts District bluewhalecomedyfestival.com
24 Wild Brew
Cox Business Convention Center 100 Civic Center wildbrew.org
30-Sept. 1 Rocklahoma 1421 W. 450 Road, Pryor rocklahoma.com
O cial kicko party on Aug. 29.
30-Sept. 2 Big Dam Party
Gathering Place and Zink Lake 2650 S. John Williams Way bigdamparty.com
SEPTEMBER
13-15 Born and Raised Festival
1421 W. 450 Road, Pryor bornandraisedfestival.com Kick-o barbecue on Sept. 12.
13-15 Scotfest
Central Park, 1500 S. Main St., Broken Arrow okscotfest.com
21 918 Day
Various locations and activities. cityoftulsa.org/resilienttulsa
19-21 Tulsa Greek Festival
Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church 1222 S. Guthrie Ave. tulsagreekfestival.com
21 Festival Americas
Guthrie Green 111 E. Reconciliation Way guthriegreen.com
21 McNellie’s Harvest Beer Festival ONEOK Field
201 N. Elgin Ave. facebook.com/mcnelliespub
26-OCT. 6 Tulsa State Fair
Expo Square 4145 E. 21st St. tulsastatefair.com
27-OCT. 26 Haunted Castle
Halloween Festival
The Castle of Muskogee 3400 W. Fern Mountain Road, Muskogee okcastle.com
OCTOBER
5 Art in the Square Utica Square 21st Street and Utica Avenue uticasquare.com
19 Kendall Whittier Arts Festival Near Whittier Square
1 S. Lewis Ave. visitkendallwhittier.com
11-13 Tulsa Pride Various locations. tulsapride.org
12-13 Cherokee Art Market
Hard Rock Hotel and Casino 777 W. Cherokee St., Catoosa cherokeeartmarket.com
18 BooHaHa Parade Peoria Avenue from 49th to 33rd streets tulsaboohaha.com
18-27 Turkey Mountain Haunted Trails
Turkey Mountain Urban Wilderness Area 6800 S. Elwood Ave. riverparks.org
26 Tulsa Run Starts and finishes in downtown Tulsa. tulsarun.com
18-20, 25-27 HallowZOOeen Tulsa Zoo 6421 E. 36th St. N. tulsazoo.org
18-19, 25, 31 HallowMarine
Oklahoma Aquarium 300 Aquarium Drive, Jenks okaquarium.org
NOVEMBER
1 Dia de los Muertos Festival Living Arts
307 E. Reconciliation Way livingarts.org
11 Veterans Day Parade 1109 E. Sixth St. tulsaveteransdayparade.com
22-24 An A air of the Heart Expo Square 4145 E. 21st St. aaoth.com
23-24 Williams Route 66 Marathon Starts and finishes in downtown Tulsa. route66marathon.com
27-Dec. 1 USA BMX Grand Nationals Expo Square 4145 E. 21st St. usabmx.com
28 Lights On! Utica Square 21st Street and Utica Avenue uticasquare.com
28-Dec. 31 Castle Christmas The Castle of Muskogee 3400 W. Fern Mountain Road, Muskogee okcastle.com
29-Dec. 30 Botanic Garden of Lights Tulsa Botanic Garden 3900 Tulsa Botanic Drive tulsabotanic.org
30 Shop Small Tulsa Various locations. tulsago.com
TBA Philbrook Festival Philbrook Museum of Art 2727 S. Rockford Road philbrook.org
DECEMBER
6 Glow on the Green Guthrie Green 111 E. Reconciliation Way guthriegreen.com
6-8 Christkindlmarkt German-American Society of Tulsa 15th Street and Terrace Drive gastulsa.org
14 Tulsa Christmas Parade Downtown tulsachristmasparade.org
OKTOBERFEST
Oct. 17-20 | 2100 S. Jackson Ave. | tulsaoktoberfest.org
Celebrate Bavarian culture at Tulsa Oktoberfest this fall! Inspired by Oktoberfest Munich in Bavaria, Germany, Tulsa Oktoberfest includes international and local German bands, Bavarian food and drinks, games, arts, crafts and competitions. Oktoberfest will feature over 200 taps of German and local beer, Bavarian cheesecake, strudel and tons of brats.
OCTOBER 19, 2024
Scan to learn more and check out our upcoming events!
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With a wide variety of experiences from the Ferris wheel, saltwater aquarium, wildlife mountain, Fuzziwig’s Candy Shop, sports simulators, and Ginna’s Café, serving soups and sandwiches, homemade fudge, and specialty coffee, it’s a retail adventure the whole family will love.
ATTRACTIONS
GATHERING PLACE
2650 S. John Williams Way 918-779-1000 | gatheringplace.org
With more than 100 experiences ranging from active to leisure, this 66.5-acre park along the Arkansas River is built for all walks of life to enjoy. Visitors can explore playgrounds, picnic areas, wildlife and more. Gathering Place serves as a way to inspire playing, learning, interacting, relaxing and gathering together.
ADMIRAL TWIN DRIVE-IN
7355 E. Easton St. 918-878-8099 | admiraltwindrivein.com
Catch a double feature every night during the summer months at this classic 1951 drive-in theater. Sound is transmitted through the radio. Kick back in your car, or bring lawn chairs, blankets and a portable radio.
BOB DYLAN CENTER
116 E. Reconciliation Way 918-392-3483 | bobdylancenter.com
The Bob Dylan Center highlights the unique artistry and worldwide cultural significance of Bob Dylan. 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.
BUCK ATOM’S COSMIC CURIOS
1347 E. 11th St. 918-895-9769 | buckatomson66.com
The 21-foot-tall space cowboy outside Buck Atom’s Cosmic Curios can’t be missed. Space cowgirl Stella Atom joined him earlier this summer. Stop at gift shop along the Mother Road for a bounty of souvenir goodies.
CREEK COUNCIL OAK TREE
1750 S. Cheyenne Ave. tulsapreservationcommission.org/ nationalregister/building
The birthplace of Tulsa, this tree marks where the Muscogee Locv Pocv 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 ethnobotanical garden and several commemorative sculptures.
EXPO SQUARE
4145 E. 21st St. 918-744-1113 | exposquare.com
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. Before heading inside, snap a photo with the iconic Golden Driller — a 76-foot-tall, 43,500-pound monument to Tulsa’s oil industry.
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GREENWOOD RISING
23 N. Greenwood Ave.
539-867-3173 | greenwoodrising.org
Visit, explore and learn about Tulsa’s historic Greenwood District. This site portrays Greenwood’s history in detail — from its thriving days to the events of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre and its impact on citizens who would overcome trials, tribulations and tragedy to transform the area post-massacre.
MOTHER ROAD MARKET
1124 S. Lewis Ave.
918-984-9009 | motherroadmarket.com
Voted Best Food Hall in 2023 and 2024 by USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards, Mother Road Market is 27,000 square feet of food and wares from more than 20 purveyors. From craft cocktails, to street tacos, to a plethora of desserts, MRM has something for everyone. Don’t miss the nearby Shops at Mother Road Market, an eclectic mix of local concepts selling clothing, gifts and more.
OKLAHOMA AQUARIUM
300 Aquarium Drive, Jenks
918-296-3474 | okaquarium.org
With over 10 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.
THE OUTSIDERS HOUSE MUSEUM
731 N. St. Louis Ave.
theoutsidershouse.com
This house might look like any other, but appearances can be deceiving. The humble home was the main set for the 1983 movie “The Outsiders.” Learn about what happened behind the scenes while walking through displays of props and other movie memorabilia.
PHILBROOK MUSEUM OF ART
2727 S. Rockford Road
918-748-5300 | philbrook.org
With a focus on American, Indigenous and European art, Philbrook’s collection features more than 16,000 objects. Traveling and homegrown exhibitions rotate year-round. Numerous activities, workshops and education programs attract more than 160,000 visitors a year. Don’t miss the gardens!
ARCHITECTURE HOT SPOTS
Walking tours are a great way to explore the city’s art deco architecture and downtown network of underground tunnels.
Local nonprofit Tulsa Foundation for Architecture hosts themed tours on the second Saturday of each month at 10 a.m. They typically sell out. Visit tulsaarchitecture.com/tours.
Numerous Tulsa neighborhoods boast homes spanning architectural styles — from oil baron mansions in Maple Ridge to 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.
RIVERWALK TULSA
300 Riverwalk Terrace, Jenks 918-518-6675 | jenksriverwalk.com
Located along the Arkansas River in Jenks, Riverwalk Tulsa is a great destination to play, dine and gather. Guests will enjoy restaurants, outdoor fireplaces and more.
ROUTE 66 HISTORICAL VILLAGE
3770 Southwest Blvd. 918-619-9473 | route66village.com
A replica of the original Red Fork Train Depot stands with an oil derrick commemorating the 1901 oil discovery that started Tulsa on its path to becoming what was once the “Oil
Capital of the World.” Also on display is the Frisco 4500, which from 1942-1947 provided passenger service daily from St. Louis to Tulsa to Oklahoma City, and for years greeted visitors at Tulsa Zoo.
SHERWIN MILLER MUSEUM OF JEWISH ART
2021 E. 71st St. 918-492-1818 | jewishmuseum.net
The museum displays art and artifacts showing a 5,000-year history of the Jewish people. In addition to temporary and permanent exhibits, the museum also is home to a large collection of archives with over 10,000 items, documents and photographs.
Atlas Life Building
TULSA AIR AND SPACE MUSEUM AND PLANETARIUM
3624 N. 74th E. Ave.
918-834-9900 | tulsamuseum.org
This 19,000-square-foot building is packed full with exhibits, hands-on activities and vintage aircrafts. Explore real-world applications of STEM and experience simulated space shuttle landings, hot air balloons and more.
TULSA BOTANIC GARDEN
3900 Tulsa Botanic Drive
918-289-0330 | tulsabotanic.org
Tulsa Botanic Garden sits on 170 acres of prairie and woodlands, with the rolling Osage County hills o ering panoramic views of sunrises, sunsets and the Tulsa skyline. Don’t miss two new spaces — the Stanford Family Liberty Garden and the Bumgarner Lotus Pool.
TULSA GARDEN CENTER, WOODWARD PARK AND MUNICIPAL ROSE GARDEN
2435 S. Peoria Ave.
918-576-5155 | tulsagardencenter.org
Forty-five acres of flora and fauna attract nature lovers all year long. At the Tulsa Garden Center, you’ll find a restored, 100-year-old Victorian-style conservatory and 3-acre arboretum, plus a koi pond with water features.
TULSA HISTORICAL SOCIETY AND MUSEUM
2445 S. Peoria Ave.
918-712-9484 | tulsahistory.org
Visitors can experience Tulsa’s rich history with this attraction’s collection of over 400,000 photographs, books, maps, documents, textiles, architectural elements, furniture and personal artifacts. See the rotating and permanent exhibits and learn how Tulsa became what it is today.
TULSA ZOO
6421 E. 36th St. N.
918-669-6600 | tulsazoo.org
The 84-acre zoo features nearly 2,000 animals from 300 species. Explore the tropical rainforest, African penguins, petting zoo and so much more.
WOODY GUTHRIE CENTER
102 E. Reconciliation Way
918-574-2710 | woodyguthriecenter.org
Honoring this Oklahoman’s life and legacy, the Woody Guthrie Center boasts permanent and rotating exhibits focused on music, storytelling and Americana.
GREENWOOD
CULTURAL CENTER
322 N. Greenwood Ave. 918-596-1020 | greenwoodculturalcenter.com
Love history? See an iconic piece of Tulsa's past by visiting the Mabel B. Little Heritage House on the grounds of Greenwood Cultural Center. The 1920s home o ers visitors the chance to see life in the historic Greenwood District and honor the rich history of Tulsa’s African American community. Galleries with historic images and informational panels tell the story of the district and neighborhoods.
USA BMX HEADQUARTERS
490 N. Lansing Ave. 480-961-1903 | usabmx.com
Opened in February 2022, this state-of-the-art facility is home to team USA BMX. One can see team training sessions and practices with an outdoor stadium seating 2,000 viewers overlooking the track, which hosts races ranging from local competitions to World Cup championships.
USA BMX o ers multiple programs for children. These include day camps and a three-month mentorship and education program called R.I.S.E. Visitors also can explore the USA BMX Hall of Fame.
FOOD AND DRINK
Each year TulsaPeople readers name their favorites in the A-LIST Readers' Choice Awards. Here are the winning restaurants, bars and nightlife spots that earned top marks in 2024.
For a complete look at all the A-LIST winners in four other categories, visit TulsaPeople.com/a-list.
ASIAN
Yokozuna
Lanna Thai Restaurant
Roka
Mandarin Taste
KEO
BAKERY
Merritt’s Bakery
Antoinette Baking Co.
Saint Amon Baking Co.
Country Bird Bakery
Co ee House on Cherry Street
BAR Valkyrie
The Starlite Bar
Bird and Bottle
Society Burger
Stone Mill BBQ and Steakhouse
BARBECUE
Burn Co. Barbeque
Albert G’s Barbecue
Oakhart Barbecue
RibCrib
Stone Mill BBQ and Steakhouse
BREAKFAST
The Big Biscuit
Neighborhood JAM
Savoy Restaurant
Brookside by Day
Bramble Breakfast and Bar
BREWERY
Cabin Boys Brewery
Marshall Brewing Co.
Nothing’s Left Brewing Co.
American Solera Brewery
Heirloom Rustic Ales
BURGER
Society Burger
Arnold’s Old Fashioned Hamburgers
Howdy Burger
The Tavern
Smitty’s Garage Burgers and Beer
CATERING
McNellie’s Group
Ludger’s Catering
Elote Cafe and Catering
Stone Mill BBQ and Steakhouse
Justin Thompson Catering
CHEAP EATS
Coney I-Lander
Tacos Don Francisco
The Brook Restaurant and Bar
McNellie’s Burger Night
The Bros. Houligan
Bar Serra
Shades of Brown
Society Burger
COCKTAIL/ MOCKTAIL LIST
Nola’s Creole and Cocktails
Saturn Room
Valkyrie
Bar Serra
Bird and Bottle
COFFEE SHOP
Co ee House on Cherry Street
Shades of Brown Co ee and Art
DoubleShot Co ee Co.
Cirque Co ee Roasters
Foolish Things Co ee Co.
DELI/SANDWICHES
Trenchers Delicatessen
Lambrusco’z Deli
Doctor Kustom
Bill and Ruth’s Cherry Street
Dilly Diner
DOUGHNUT SHOP
Daylight Donuts
Big Baby Rolls and Donuts
Sugar Llamas
Livi Lee’s
Merritt’s Bakery
FINE DINING
Bull in the Alley
Mahogany Prime Steakhouse
Amelia’s Wood Fired Cuisine
Bodean
The Hemingway
GLUTEN-FREE MENU
Chimera Cafe
NEFF Brewing
Co ee House on Cherry Street
Que Gusto
Holé Molé ITALIAN
Mondo’s Ristorante Italiano
Gambill’s Pastaria and Grocery
Ti Amo Ristorante Italiano
Villa Ravenna Fine Dining
Dalesandro’s Italian Cuisine
JUICE
BAR
Inheritance Kitchen and Juicery
Pure Food and Juice
Ediblend Superfood Cafe
3Natives Acai and Juicery
Bo’s Boba
LONGTIME FAVORITE
Kilkenny’s Irish Pub
The Bros. Houligan
Polo Grill
The Brook Restaurant and Bar
Bird and Bottle
LUNCH
Queenies
Doctor Kustom
The Bros. Houligan
Society Burger
Red Light Chicken
MEDITERRANEAN/ MIDDLE EASTERN/ INDIAN
India Palace
Taziki’s Mediterranean Cafe
Desi Wok
Shawkat Mediterranean Grill
Pita Place Mediterranean Grill
Noche Woodfired Grill and Agave Bar
NEW RESTAURANT
Noche Woodfired Grill and Agave Bar
Red Door Grille
Isla’s Kitchen
Jimmy’s Chophouse
Maple Ridge Grocer
Tina’s
PATIO
Wild Fork
McNellie’s
In the Raw Vu
Cafe Olé
Society Burger
PIZZA — GOURMET
Andolini’s Pizzeria
Bohemian Woodfire Pizza and Homemade Pasta
Hideaway Pizza
Empire Slice House
Savastano’s
PIZZA — TAKEOUT/ DELIVERY
Hideaway Pizza
Andolini’s Pizzeria
Empire Slice House
Pie Hole Pizzeria
Mazzio’s
RESTAURANT
MEXICAN
Los Cabos Mexican Grill and Cantina
El Rio Verde
Mexican Restaurant
El Rancho
Grande Mexican Food
Chimi’s Mexican Food
CURBSIDE/ CARRYOUT
Mother Road Market
Charleston’s Restaurant
Hideaway Pizza
The Bros. Houligan
Stone Mill BBQ and Steakhouse
SEAFOOD
White River Fish Market
Nola’s Creole and Cocktails
Bodean
Fish Daddy’s Grill House
Peacemaker Lobster and Crab
STEAK
Mahogany Prime Steakhouse
Bull in the Alley
The Spudder Restaurant
PRHYME: Downtown Steakhouse
Stone Mill BBQ and Steakhouse
SUSHI
Yokozuna
In the Raw Sushi
Sushi Hana
Sushi Train
Sake2Me Sushi
TACO
Tacos Don Francisco
Elote Cafe and Catering
Tacos x Mezcal (TXMZ)
Calaveras Mexican Grill
Catrina Fresh Mex
WEEKEND BRUNCH
Neighborhood JAM
Bramble Breakfast and Bar
Wild Fork
BBD2 Diner
Nola’s Creole and Cocktails
WINE LIST
Vintage Wine Bar
Polo Grill
Waters Edge Winery and Bistro
Boston Title and Abstract
The Hemingway
ON THE MOVE
5 favorite food trucks to fi nd
RAVEN ROCK PIZZA
You can get pizza just about anywhere. But not pizza like this. Raven Rock Pizza has a light and flu y crust and fresh toppings that will have you coming back for more.
These 14-inch pies are made with homemade marinara sauce and premium mozzarella cheese. You can choose from many toppings, but the signature pizzas are where it’s at. The most popular is the Chicken Alfredo with chicken, bacon crumbles, alfredo sauce and a balsamic glaze. Another customer favorite is the Sweet and Fire with any choice of meat (we recommend the Italian sausage) and sweet-and-spicy honey.
@ravenrockpizza facebook.com/theravenrockpizza
KING’S WAY
LAFFEH
La eh has a cult following, with regulars lining up for Mediterranean wraps, shawarma fries and falafel. The shawarma is some of the best you’ll find. Tender sliced grilled lamb or grilled chicken is served with garlic sauce and tahini. Everything is made from scratch, including hummus with pita bread, la eh salad and desserts like pistachio baklava and harissa.
facebook.com/la ehtruck
COMIDA, SOL Y VIDA
Since opening eight years ago, Comida, Sol y Vida has been known for its chicken tamales. Other menu items include chicken and veggie enchiladas, paella, chicken and rice bowls, quesadillas, chicken salad, avocado sandwiches, and horchata and lemonade.
Owner Rosie Monhollon learned to make tamales in Honduras, watching her mom in the kitchen. She’s changed a few things about her mom’s recipe, like using grapeseed oil, olive oil and butter instead of lard. She also uses a variety of vegetables and free-range chicken. Monhollon, who was a registered nurse for 21 years, says making her food as healthy as possible is important to her.
@comidasolvida facebook.com/comidasolyvida
MANILA ICE
Manila Ice is a Filipino food truck with a rotating menu of Filipino street food, and halo halo — a shaved ice dessert.
Owner Jimere Parker seriously knows how to cook wings — neither heavy nor skimpy, they’re simply unbreaded, deep-fried perfection. And, the sauce is boss.
“We understand that wings are only as good as the sauces they’re covered in. We take pride in producing fresh, big, bold flavorful sauces weekly,” Parker says.
He says the secret to crisp yet juicy wings is to fry them twice. Double frying is where it’s at.
King’s Way has 21 sauces, including 14 in-house options, to choose from.
facebook.com/kingswingstulsa
@kingswingstulsa
There’s nothing simple about these dishes — and we’re the better for it. Take the tocino, a cured and marinated pork belly that’s glazed in a rich sauce and served with a fried cloud egg. Other options you’ll find include lemon porchetta, blackberry-adobo wings, beef tapa and fried Spam. Lumpia — Filipinostyle spring rolls — are almost always on the menu and are a top-seller.
And then there’s the halo halo. This dessert is a party in a cup with layers of shaved ice and candied jellies, fruit, ube jam, condensed milk, ube ice cream, cookies and Fruity Pebbles.
@manila_ice_tulsa facebook.com/manilaicetulsa
Rosie Monhollon
Our bistro is your destination for breakfast, lunch, and dinner delights. Open all day to satisfy your cravings at any hour. Explore Maple Ridge Grocer’s diverse offerings. Each section is curated with care, promising a taste filled journey.
WHERE TO SHOP
41ST AND YALE CORRIDOR
41st Street and Yale Avenue
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.
71ST STREET
71st Street between Garnett Road and Memorial Drive
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 decor, clothing and shoe retailers. A plethora of dining options, mostly national chains, are sprinkled throughout this shopper’s paradise.
CHERRY STREET/15TH STREET
15th Street, east of Peoria Avenue
This distinctive area, at one time considered the suburbs east of Tulsa, draws visitors seeking fine dining, jewelry, home interiors and quaint architecture. Boutiques, restaurants, salons and a make-your-own-bouquet flower shop make this district an eclectic place to wander.
THE FARM SHOPPING CENTER
51st Street and Sheridan Road
A restored rustic barn is the centerpiece of this shopping area, adding to the village-square-like feel. Park your car and spend some time exploring the blend of retailers and eateries.
KENDALL WHITTIER DISTRICT
Admiral Boulevard and Lewis Avenue
visitkendallwhittier.com
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 also inspires multicultural events throughout the year.
KINGS LANDING
9914 Riverside Parkway
kingslandingtulsa.com
This shopping center o ers diverse shops and gourmet dining along the Arkansas River. Expect great sunset views.
KINGSPOINTE VILLAGE
61st Street and Yale Avenue
kingspointevillagetulsa.com
This outdoor shopping center includes casual and gourmet dining, home decor stores, clothing boutiques and health centers. Shop Tulsa treasures and national brands during the day and wrap up with dinner.
JENKS MAIN STREET/JENKS PREMIUM OUTLETS
East Main Street
Historic downtown Jenks, America is charming with numerous shops, cafes and services in a quaint atmosphere. Jenks Premium Outlets opens in August just south of downtown with several big name retailers.
MEADOW GOLD DISTRICT
11th Street and Quaker Avenue
meadowgolddistrict.com
Route 66 is booming with local retailers and food destinations in this part of midtown. Find the newest “giant,” Meadow Gold Mack, outside his namesake shop later this summer.
ROSE DISTRICT
North Main Street in Broken Arrow rosedistrict.com
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 is also open on Tuesday nights.
SHOPS OF SEVILLE
101st Street and Yale Avenue
Spanish colonial-style architecture houses upscale shops full of
BROOKSIDE
32nd to 51st streets on Peoria Avenue brooksidetheplacetobe.com
Take a stroll through this district full of boutiques, art galleries, the modern shops of Center 1, plus plenty of upscale dining. A luxurious shopping experience during the day transforms into a neon avenue at night as Tulsans flock to bars for a night on the town.
UTICA SQUARE
Utica Avenue and 21st Street uticasquare.com
A delightful combination of national and local shops and upscale restaurants can be found in this meticulously landscaped outdoor shopping center. During the summer, the Square features live outdoor entertainment on Thursday evenings.
TULSA FARMERS’ MARKET
1 S. Lewis Ave.
tulsafarmersmarket.org
January-March: 8:30 a.m.-noon, every other Saturday
April-September: 7-11 a.m., Saturdays
October-December: 8:30 a.m.-noon, Saturdays
Closed on weekends immediately following a holiday.
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the latest fashions and gift ideas. Charming bistros o er distinct dining experiences.
TULSA HILLS
7200 S. Olympia Ave. shoptulsahills.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, 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.
WOODLAND HILLS MALL
7021 S. Memorial Drive simon.com/mall/woodland-hills-mall
The largest mall in the region, Woodland Hills o ers more than 150 shops. Diverse stores for the whole family, along with national anchors, make this mall a shopper’s paradise. The
240,000-square-foot Scheels opens this fall.
FARMERS MARKETS
ROSE DISTRICT
FARMERS MARKET
418 S. Main St., Broken Arrow facebook.com/rosedistrictfarmers market
April-October: 8 a.m.-noon, Saturdays (weather permitting); 4-8 p.m., Tuesdays
November-December: Holiday Market, 4-8 p.m., Tuesdays
GREENWOOD FARMERS AND ARTISANS MARKET
North Pointe Shopping Center, 205 E. Pine St. facebook.com/greenwoodmarkettulsa
May-September: 8-11:30 a.m., every Saturday
LOCAL BOOKSTORES
DECOPOLIS
1401 E. 11th St., Suite A and B decopolis.net
You’ll find more than just a great selection of books at this Tulsa treasure trove. Browse the shop’s meticulously curated selection of gifts, toys, trinkets, Mother Road souvenirs, books on local history, T-shirts, sweets and more.
FULTON STREET BOOKS AND COFFEE
21 N. Greenwood Ave. fultonstreet918.com
This independent bookstore dedicates itself to fostering an inclusive environment and encouraging civic discourse to change our city. At least 70% of the titles sold at Fulton Street are written by or feature BBIPOC and/or marginalized communities.
GARDNER’S USED BOOKS
4421 S. Mingo Road gardnersbooks.com
With almost 1 million books, shoppers also can browse comics, DVDs, video games and vinyl. Make room for your inevitable new haul and also receive awesome trade credit deals by bringing in the books you’ve finished.
MAGIC CITY BOOKS
221 E. Archer St. magiccitybooks.com
A nonprofit and independent bookstore owned by the Tulsa Literary Coalition, Magic City Books specializes in literary and popular fiction and narrative nonfiction. The downtown shop also boasts a section by local authors
and hosts many high-profile author events throughout the year.
PEACE OF MIND BOOKSTORE
1401 E. 15th St. pombookstore.com
Located on Cherry Street since 1975, Peace of Mind is not only Tulsa’s oldest bookstore but also the nation’s largest metaphysical bookstore, o ering a selection of over 35,000 used, new, out-of-print and rare books.
RIVENDELL BOOKS AND BAUBLES
2034 W. Houston St., Broken Arrow rivendellbandb.com
Tucked into a quiet shopping center in Broken Arrow, this indie bookseller o ers customers a wide selection of genres for readers of all ages.
TULSA HISTORICAL SOCIETY AND MUSEUM’S BOOKSHOP
2445 S. Peoria Ave. tulsahistory.org/visit/gift-kiosk Find works centered on Tulsa-area history or by local authors, general information books, Route 66 travel guides and much more.
WHITTY BOOKS
2306 E. Admiral Blvd. whittybooks.com
This delightfully eclectic indie bookstore resides in Kendall Whittier and holds a curated collection that focuses on small publishing houses, diverse titles and under-theradar releases.
MUSIC AND NIGHTLIFE
BOK CENTER
200 S. Denver Ave. bokcenter.com
National touring acts.
BROKEN ARROW PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
701 S. Main St., Broken Arrow brokenarrowpac.com
Musicals and orchestras.
CENTENNIAL LOUNGE
AT VFW POST 577
1109 E. Sixth St. facebook.com/centennilloungetulsa
Relaxed little spot for local music.
CHIMERA
212 N. Main St. chimeratulsa.com
Mixed bag of talent on stage beneath a disco ball.
THE CHURCH STUDIO
304 S. Trenton Ave. thechurchstudio.com
Recording studio, exhibit space, event center, audio engineering school and archive for the Leon Russell and Tulsa Sound collections.
THE COLONY
2809 S. Harvard Ave. thetulsacolony.com
Local and regional music acts at this midtown club.
THE HUNT CLUB
224 N. Main St. thehuntclubtulsa.com
Varied acts from rock to acoustic.
MAGGIE’S MUSIC BOX
201 E. Main St., Jenks maggiesok.com
Outdoor and indoor stages with local, regional and national acts.
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The Church Studio
BOK Center
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MERCURY LOUNGE
1747 S. Boston Ave.
mercuryloungetulsa.com
Local, regional and national acts.
RABBIT HOLE BAR
116 S. Elgin Ave. facebook.com/rabbitholetulsa
Music most nights.
RIVERSIDE STUDIO
1381 Riverside Drive
instagram.com/riversidestudiotulsa
Historic venue now hosts local music shows.
SOUNDPONY
409 N. Main St.
thesoundpony.com
Bicycle-themed, experimental music bar.
ST. CECILIA’S LISTENING ROOM
205 W. King St. saintceciliastulsa.com
New venue in The Heights neighborhood.
THELMA’S PEACH
2008 E. Admiral Blvd. thelmaspeach.com
Small music venue and bar in Kendall Whittier district.
TULSA THEATER
105 W. Reconciliation Way tulsatheater.com
Art deco theater built in 1914 that hosts big-name entertainers.
THE VANGUARD
222 N. Main St. thevanguardtulsa.com
Range of alternative acts from punk to folk, rock and Americana.
THE VENUE SHRINE
112 E. 18th St. tulsashrine.com
Hot spot for rock and jam bands.
THE WHITTIER BAR
2405 E. Admiral Blvd. thewhittierbar.com
Classy dive bar with local and touring acts.
WOODY GUTHRIE CENTER
102 E. Reconciliation Way woodyguthriecenter.org
High-caliber acts with a folk bent.
Mercury Lounge
CAIN’S BALLROOM
423 N. Main St. cainsballroom.com
Celebrating its 100th anniversary this year, Cain’s Ballroom remains an iconic, lively music spot in Tulsa. In its early days, Cain’s was known for the popularization of Western swing and earned the title, “The Home of Bob Wills.” Today, Cain’s hosts a plethora of artists many nights of the week.
Situated in the heart of downtown Tulsa, Cain’s is a short walk from local eateries and bars, including Soundpony and Empire Slice House. Most shows are standing-only, so wear comfortable shoes you can dance in!
LOWDOWN
108 N. Detroit Ave., Level B lowdowntulsa.com
Silence your phone and get ready to listen in this state-ofthe-art performance space. Enjoy something sweet, salty or of the 21-plus variety as the talent performs. LowDown o ers a mix of acts visitors can watch, including live music, comedy, open mic and community jam sessions.
Any age is welcome during the Free Energy Jazz Jam on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month. Bring your instruments — whether wind, string or vocal — and jam out with fellow artists.
THURSDAY • FRIDAY •
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
BY THE NUMBERS
Electronic games: 3,271 Table games: 31 Hotel rooms: 483 including 54 suites Dining establishments: 6 Music venues: 3 Pool: Resort guests only Other amenities: Luxury sports bar Gridiron, Emerge Spa, convention and meeting space
HARD ROCK HOTEL AND CASINO TULSA
777 W. Cherokee St., Catoosa | hardrockcasinotulsa.com
BY THE NUMBERS
Electronic games: 2,400 Table games: 34 Hotel rooms: 454 Dining establishments: 6 Music venues: 4 Pool: Hotel guests only Other amenities: Cherokee Hills Golf Club, convention and meeting space, fi tness center and business center
OSAGE CASINO HOTEL
951 W. 36th St. N. | osagecasino.com
BY THE NUMBERS
Electronic games: 1,600-plus Table games: 15 Hotel rooms: 286 Dining establishments: 5 Music venues: 3 Pool: Hotel guests only Other amenities: banquet and meeting space
Photo: Shane Bevel
Photo: Mel Willis
GALLERIES
POSITIVE SPACE TULSA
1324 E. Third St. facebook.com/positivespacetulsa
An artist-run gallery, Positive Space Tulsa is an ideal place for art lovers to experience womxn artists. The letter “x” in womxn recognizes all women, including gender-expansive artists and their works.
101 ARCHER
101 E. Archer St. 918-960-4898 utulsa.edu/archer
108 CONTEMPORARY
108 E. Reconciliation Way 918-895-6302 108contemporary.org
ARTS@302
302 S. Main St., Broken Arrow 918-936-2806 | arts302.com
THE ANTIQUARY LTD.
3024 E. 15th St. 918-582-2897
CHRIS MANTLE GALLERY
1307 E. 15th St. instagram.com/christophermantle
EXHIBIT BY ABERSON
3524 S. Peoria Ave. 918-740-1054 abersonexhibits.com
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
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
LIGGETT STUDIO
314 S. Kenosha Ave. 918-694-5719 | liggettstudio.com
LIVING ARTS OF TULSA
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
PIERSON GALLERY
1313 E. 15th St., Suite A 918-584-2440 piersongallery.com
PRICE GALLERY
1513 E. 11th St., Suite B 918-640-3030
ROYCE MYERS GALLERY 1706 S. Boston Ave. 918-582-0288 | roycemyers.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
Royce Myers Gallery
PERFORMING ARTS
PERFORMANCE GROUPS
Check out TulsaPeople's August issue for a complete list of upcoming performances.
AMERICAN INDIAN THEATRE CO. OF OKLAHOMA
918-298-2300 facebook.com/aitco
AMERICAN THEATRE CO.
918-804-2907 americantheatrecompany.org
CELEBRITY ATTRACTIONS
918-477-7469 celebrityattractions.com
CHAMBER MUSIC TULSA
918-587-3802 chambermusictulsa.org
CHOREGUS PRODUCTIONS
918-688-6112 choregus.org
SIGNATURE SYMPHONY AT TULSA COMMUNITY COLLEGE 918-595-7777 signaturesymphony.org
THEATRE TULSA 918-587-8402 theatretulsa.org
TULSA CHORALE 918-641-4373 tulsachorale.org
TULSA OPERA
918-582-3133 tulsaopera.com
TULSA PEOPLES' ORCHESTRA facebook.com/ tulsapeoplesorchestra
TULSA PROJECT THEATRE facebook.com/tulsaprojecttheatre
TULSA SPOTLIGHT THEATER 918-587-5030 tulsaspotlighttheater.com
TULSA SYMPHONY 918-584-3645 tulsasymphony.org
ARTS VENUES
These places host various live events throughout the year.
BRICKTOWN COMEDY CLUB TULSA
5982 S. Yale Ave. 918-216-9090 bricktowntulsa.com
BROKEN ARROW PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
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
LORTON PERFORMANCE CENTER AT THE UNIVERSITY OF TULSA
550 S. Gary Place 918-631-5240 artsandsciences.utulsa.edu/ music/ lorton-performance-center
TULSA BALLET
918-749-6006 | tulsaballet.org
Founded in 1956, Tulsa Ballet has multiple performances each season ranging from classical ballets to signature shows. With dancers from all over the world, Tulsa Ballet is a vibrant and diverse organization.
Tulsa Ballet also has a strong presence in the community. It o ers high-quality ballet training for individuals ages 2 1/2 to adult and has multiple community outreach programs. People from all walks of life can dance with Tulsa Ballet.
MABEE CENTER 7777 S. Lewis Ave. 918-495-6000 mabeecenter.com
STUDIO 308 308 S. Lansing Ave. 918-329-0224 studio308tulsa.com
STUDIO K AT TULSA BALLET 1212 E. 45th Place 918-749-6030 tulsaballet.org
TULSA PERFORMING ARTS CENTER 110 E. Second St. 918-596-7111 tulsapac.com
VANTREASE PERFORMING ARTS CENTER FOR EDUCATION AT TULSA COMMUNITY COLLEGE 10300 E. 81st St. 918-595-7777
tulsacc.edu/campus-locations/ vantrease-pace
SPORTS AND OUTDOORS
Hope Playground at Whiteside Park is an inclusive playground that opened in 2023. The park is designed with all users in mind and engages children and adults with a wide range of abilities.
PARKS
The City of Tulsa has 135 parks and six community centers for ample recreational opportunities. Between Memorial Day and Labor Day, children can cool o in one of the many swimming pools, free splash pads and water playgrounds scattered throughout the city. Find a city park near you using the City of Tulsa’s Parks Finder at maps.cityoftulsa.org/parksfinder. 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.
PUBLIC GOLF COURSES
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
BROKEN ARROW GOLF AND ATHLETIC CLUB
1651 E. Omaha St., Broken Arrow 918-355-0602 | brokenarrowgolfac.com
CHEROKEE HILLS GOLF CLUB
770 W. Cherokee St., Catoosa 800-760-6700 | hardrockcasinotulsa.com/golf
THE CLUB AT FOREST RIDGE
7501 E. Kenosha St., Broken Arrow 918-357-2787 forestridge.com/course-information
LAFORTUNE PARK GOLF COURSE
5501 S. Yale Ave. 918-496-6200 | lafortuneparkgolf.com
LINKS ON MEMORIAL
11500 S. Links Court, Bixby 918-369-6035 lindseygolf.com/links-on-memorial
LIT’L LINKS GOLF CLUB
11915 S. 129th E. Ave., Broken Arrow 918-481-3673 | litllinks.com
MOHAWK PARK GOLF COURSE
5223 E. 41st St. N. 918-425-6871 | tulsagolf.org
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LET’S RACE
Welcome to the USA BMX Headquarters and Hall of Fame Museum, the epicenter for all the adrenaline-pumping, actionpacked fun BMX has to offer. With an outdoor free-span arena with seating for 2,000 that hosts weekly racing events, coaching clinics, Stacyc World Finals, elite training camps and World Cup events, we’re the only Olympiccaliber covered training facility in the US, boasting an Olympic-sized start ramp and professional-grade track. Come experience what you’ve been missing with a FREE one-day trial!
USA BMX TULSA –WHERE EVERYONE RIDES
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
SPORTS TEAMS
FC TULSA SOCCER
March through October ONEOK Field, 201 N. Elgin Ave. 918-297-6808 | fctulsa.com
ORAL ROBERTS UNIVERSITY ATHLETICS oruathletics.com
TULSA ATHLETIC SOCCER
May through June
Hicks Park, 3443 S. Mingo Road tulsaathletic.com
TULSA DRILLERS
April 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. 918-632-7825 | tulsaoilers.com
UNIVERSITY OF TULSA ATHLETICS tulsahurricane.com
BOWLING
ANDY B’S
8711 S. Lewis Ave.
918-299-9494 | bowlandybs.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/locations/tulsa
WESTREET ICE CENTER
4143 S. Yale Ave. 918-252-0011 | westreeticecenter.com
Lace up your skates and put on the Oilers hockey jersey. The new WeStreet Ice Center is packed with adventures for everyone. Are you new to skating or want to learn how to figure skate, curl or play hockey? WeStreet Ice Center has classes to teach even those with two left feet to skate like a pro. Join in on a public skating session to get some practice on those blades.
Refuel while catching the big game at Puck’s Sports Bar and Grill or play in the Gaming Room on the simulators. Visit Sledge’s Den to get any equipment needed for all the ice activities visitors can dream of.
MAIN EVENT
7830 S. Santa Fe Ave. W. 918-447-1200 mainevent.com/locations/oklahoma/tulsa
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 brokenarrow.gov/government/parks/state-park
SKATENORTH
2910 E. 56th St. N. 918-596-2100 | tulsaparks.org
VETERANS PARK SKATE PARK
Elm Street and Veterans Drive, Jenks jenks.com/164/parks-recreation
TRAMPOLINE PARKS
AIRTOPIA ADVENTURE PARK
12932 E. 86th St. N., Owasso 918-401-4650 | airtopiapark.com
SKY ZONE TULSA
8306 E. 61st St. 918-877-7700 | skyzone.com/tulsa
SPRINGTOWN TRAMPOLINE PARK
8314 E. 71st St.
918-294-8671 | incrediblepizza.com
URBAN AIR ADVENTURE PARK
3328 E. 51st St.
918-770-9987 | urbanair.com/oklahoma-tulsa
SUBURBS
BIXBY
Bixby is a booming community with its school district being one of the fastest growing in the state.
Bixby features a plethora of outdoor amenities. Along the Arkansas River, Washington Irving Park features an arboretum and multiple walking paths. Lake Bixhoma is popular with anglers and kayakers. Countless sports events happen at Bentley Park Sports Complex throughout the year.
Harmony Bridge spans the Arkansas River and is perfect for food truck events or catching a breathtaking sunset.
Joe’s Farm is an organic farm that boasts a "You-Pick" strawberry season each spring.
There’s plenty to see and do in Tulsa's neighboring communities.
JENKS
On the banks of the Arkansas River sits a bucolic yet burgeoning community with plenty of things to do.
Since 2003, Oklahoma Aquarium, located at 300 Aquarium Drive, has been teaching visitors about the aquatic world. Visitors can experience Sea Turtle Island or the Polynesian Reef, walk through the shark tunnel — which houses the world’s largest collection of bull sharks — or visit far-o locales like the Amazon. Check the website to help plan your visit around 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.
A walk down Main Street treats shoppers and diners to an array of storefronts. Along with a collection of antique shops, 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. Nearby, the new Simon Premium Outlets open Aug. 15.
Along the banks of the Arkansas River sits Riverwalk, a collection of restaurants, bars and venues that deserve a visit.
Tulsa Riverside Airport sits on more than 700 acres with nearly 500 aircrafts based at RVS.
Oklahoma Aquarium
Joe’s Farm
OWASSO
A booming suburb with plenty to see and do any day of the week.
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.
Owasso’s downtown is known as the Redbud District. Centered around Redbud Festival Park — a free, public space that 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 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.
MAD Eats’ Goonies Never Say Die milkshake
BROKEN ARROW
Tulsa’s neighbor to the east is packed with hometown charms and family friendly events.
Broken Arrow’s downtown Main Street — also known as the Rose District — has everything a trendy shopping district could need. There are highquality restaurants to satisfy any craving, upscale shopping and plenty of activities 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 Broken Arrow Performing Arts Center, a library and an interactive water feature, there is plenty to entertain all.
ScotFest takes over Central Park on Main Sept. 13-15. The annual event is a celebration of all things Scottish, Irish and Celtic.
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 o ces for local chapters of Veterans of Foreign Wars, American Legion and others.
Movie night at Laurannae Baking Co.
SAND SPRINGS
Founded in 1908, this western suburb is home to industry, growing residential communities, local retailers and an award-winning golf course.
Managed by Sand Springs Parks, the Keystone Ancient Forest is a preserve encompassing 1,380 acres near Lake Keystone of Cross Timbers forest, with some trees ranging up to 500 years in age. A recently opened visitor center sits at the head of several hiking trails of varying lengths. Visit the park’s Facebook page for a collection of special events, such as pet-friendly weekends.
Downtown Sand Springs is home to Triangle Park, a green space that hosts the community’s annual Herbal A air and Festival. Nearby find local storefronts like Big Dipper Creamery, Boulder Co ee, Little Venice restaurant, Coble’s Creations and more.
Each year downtown Sand Springs is home to one of the longest and largest nighttime Christmas parades in the state. Mark your calendars for Dec. 6 for the annual holiday tradition.
In the past several years, the River West shopping district, just o of State Highway 97 and U.S. Highway 412, has welcomed health care centers, local and national chain restaurants, as well as retailers.
