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G.T. Bynum OFFICE OF THE MAYOR
Welcome! On behalf of the City of Tulsa, I’m honored to welcome you to our unique and dynamic city. As you arrive in town, I hope you get a chance to read the Official Tulsa Visitor Guide, whether digitally or in person, produced by Visit Tulsa as part of Tulsa Regional Tourism, a division of the Tulsa Regional Chamber. This helpful Summer 2022 guide was curated specifically for this season and provides a snapshot of the great experiences Tulsa has to offer. In these next 40-or-so pages, I hope you get a sense of the sheer magnitude of opportunities and adventures our city has to offer. Start off with a glance at some of our major events this summer, and then get stellar suggestions for each of the ways to enjoy our city, including our unique cuisine, nightlife & live music, family outings and so much more. And be sure to keep your phone handy; those QR codes can uncover even more, from historic tours to season schedules of your soon-to-be-favorite Tulsa sports teams. I hope your visit here is full of one-of-a-kind experiences, and that when you leave your first instinct is to come right back. Best regards,
2 A WARM WELCOME
G. T. Bynum Mayor City of Tulsa
175 E. 2 nd St. • Tulsa, OK 74103 • Office 918.596.7411 • Fax 918.596.9010 Email: Mayor@cityoftulsa.org www.cityoftulsa.org
EVERYONE'S TULSA This community simply couldn't be as amazing as it is without each unique culture and identity that make up the whole. Proudly, Tulsa has something for everyone, because it is comprised of everyone. It is with great sincerity, we invite you to explore the diversity of culture seeping from every facet of the city. As you navigate this guide, you will find helpful icons throughout ensuring that some of what makes Tulsa so great doesn't go unnoticed.
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John Hope Franklin Reconciliation Park. Courtesy of Tyler Layne Photography. FAMILY DINING.........................................19
TABLE OF CONTENTS
OUTDOORS / EXPLORE..........................20-21
EDUCATION CONTINUED LEARNING........22 FOR KIDS & KIDS AT HEART.................................23 REVITALIZED & THRIVING.................................24
A WARM WELCOME.................................. 2
ROUTE 66.......................................................25
SUMMER WEEKEND ADVENTURES ............................................4-5
SPORTS
CALENDAR...................................................6-7
COLLEGIATE............................26
PROFESSIONAL......................26 TULSA DRILLERS....................27
TULSA & THE SURROUNDING AREA...........................8-9
FC TULSA.................................27 ARTS & CULTURE MURALS...................................28
COFFEE....................................10
MUSEUMS................................29 + MORE.....................................30 GAMING........................................................32
UPSCALE DINING.............11
TULSA SOUND LEGENDARY VENUES............34 UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL...............................35
ALLERGY & VEGAN DINING...............12
MUSIC HISTORY.....................35
DINING SPOTLIGHT: PATIO SEASON IN TULSA............... 14-15
SHOPPING TULSA SHOPPING DESTINATIONS.......................36
BREWERIES DOWNTOWN............................16
LET’S GO TO THE MALL........37
PEARL DISTRICT.....................17 AROUND TOWN......................17
NEIGHBORHOOD MAIN STREETS.......................37
NIGHTLIFE.....................................................18
WHERE TO STAY.........................................38
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A SUMMER WEEKEND IN TULSA FRIDAY EXPLORE ROUTE 66:
Courtesy of Mother Road Market.
Fuel up at Mother Road Market
motherroadmarket.com
Check out Buck Atom’s Cosmic Curios
buckatomson66.com
S top by the Meadow Gold Sign
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1324 E 11th St
Discover Decopolis decopolis.net
ITINERARY
O P E N MAY 2022 Stop by our Official Visitor Center located inside Gambill’s Coffee & Chocolate at Shops at Mother Road Market. Out-of-city visitors enjoy a FREE cup of coffee–and sage wisdom from local staff and volunteers. visittulsa.com/free-coffee
CHOOSE YOUR OWN ADVENTURE ADVENTURE:: -OR- Living Arts of Tulsa Philbrook Museum of Art
GET ARTSY:
VOTED MOST BEAUTIFUL PLACE IN OKLAHOMA ACCORDING TO HOUSE BEAUTIFUL philbrook.org
livingarts.org
• THEN: Try dinner at Juniper Restaurant (junipertulsa.com) and enjoy downtown nightlife
Courtesy of Philbrook Museum.
• THEN: Try dinner at Doc’s Wine and Food (docswineandfood.com) and enjoy Brookside (visittulsa.com/brookside)
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Courtesy of Juniper Restaurant.
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A SPRING WEEKEND IN TULSA
SATURDAY
“History in the Making” mural by Skip Hill on Wanda J’s exterior. Courtesy of Tyler Layne Photography.
HIT UP THE LEGENDARY TULSA BREAKFAST SCENE visittulsa.com/breakfast Bramble Breakfast and Bar bramblebreakfastandbar.com
Cirque Coffee NAMED BEST COFFEESHOP IN OKLAHOMA BY TASTINGTABLE cirquecoffee.com VISIT THE GREENWOOD DISTRICT:
Tour Greenwood Rising VOTED TOP 7 BEST NEW ATTRACTION BY USATODAY 10BEST greenwoodrising.org
Quick Quick bite at Lefty’s on Greenwood (leftysongreenwood.com) or Southern goodness at Wanda J’s (wandajs.com)
CHOOSE YOUR OWN ADVENTURE ADVENTURE:: TUNE IN TO TULSA MUSIC: -OR- TAKE IN THE TULSA NIGHTLIFE:
Brewery Scene • Dead Armadillo Craft Brewing dabrewery.com SEE MORE ON PAGE 16 • Pearl Beach Brew Pub pearlbeachbrewpub.com Club Scene • S t. Vitus stvitustulsa.com SEE MORE ON PAGE 18 •C lub Majestic clubmajestictulsa.com
bobdylancenter.com
atch a show at one of our world class C music venues • BOK Center bokcenter.com SEE MORE ON PAGE 34 • Cain’s Ballroom cainsballroom.com
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Music history • Woody Guthrie Center woodyguthriecenter.org SEE MORE ON PAGE 35 • O P E N MAY 1 0 Bob Dylan Center
DELIGHT IN TULSA’S DINING SCENE: NAMED ON YELP’S 2022 TOP 100 RESTAURANTS LIST
ry one of Tulsa’s ‘Top 100 Yelp Restaurants’, La Tertulia (latertuliarestaurant.com) or East Village T Bohemian Pizza (eastvillagebohemian.com)
EXPERIENCE SUNSET AT THE AWARD-WINNING GATHERING PLACE gatheringplace.org
SUNDAY BRUNCH IT UP
Antoinette for delectable brunch and tasty bakery treats antoinettebakingco.com
Courtesy of Tulsa Zoo.
CHOOSE YOUR OWN ADVENTURE ADVENTURE:: SNAG A SOUVENIR:
• Check out Ida Red for the perfect Tulsa trinket idaredgeneralstore.com
-OR-
GO WILD:
• Tulsa Zoo tulsazoo.org • Oklahoma Aquarium okaquarium.org
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Courtesy of World Breaking Classic and Plus Seven Company.
ANNUAL EVENTS & FESTIVALS RECURRING EVENTS: EVERY SATURDAY
Tulsa Farmer’s Market
tulsafarmersmarket.org
SUMMER JUNE
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orld Breaking W Classic USA Qualifier
worldbreakingclassic.com
Tulsa Vegfest
tulsavegfest.org JUNE
10–12 Tulsa Tough
FIRST FRIDAY OF EVERY MONTH
First Friday Art Crawl
thetulsaartsdistrict.org/ first-friday-art-crawl JUNE
13–25 into World P Championship
pinto.org JUNE
14–18
SA Wrestling U Junior and 14U Girls Nationals Duals
teamusa.org
tulsatough.com
Tulsa Tough Day Three at Cry Baby Hill.
JUNE
16–19 Juneteenth
tulsajuneteenth.org JUNE
lack Queer Proud B 2022
blackqueertulsa.org
Frida Kahlo (Mexican, 1907–1954). Self-Portrait with Monkeys, 1943. Oil on canvas, 32 1/8 x 24 3/4”. The Jacques and Natasha Gelman Collection of 20th Century Mexican Art and The Vegel Foundation. ©️ 2022 Banco de México Diego Rivera Frida Kahlo Museums Trust, Mexico, D.F. / Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York
JUNE
25–26 Route 66 RoadFest
route66roadfest.com JULY
24–26 4 Tulsa PRIDE
okeq.org/tulsa-pride
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olds of Honor F FreedomFest
freedomfesttulsa.com
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Jenks BOOMFest
jenkschamber.com/july4
More at:
visittulsa.com/events JULY
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rida Kahlo, Diego F Rivera, and Mexican Modernism opens at Philbrook Museum
philbrook.org
CALENDAR
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ush Fest Music R Festival @rushfestmusic
FALL
WINTER
SPRING 2023
SEPTEMBER
DECEMBER
MARCH
29–OCT. 9 26–31 Tulsa State Fair
8th Lucas Oil 3 Tulsa Shootout
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St. Patrick’s Day
Courtesy of Arnie’s Bar.
OCTOBER
18–23
Tulsa Oktoberfest
DATES TO BE ANNOUNCED
Annual Favorites like: Philbrook Festival of Lights Tulsa Botanic Garden of Lights Gathering Place Winter Wonderland
JULY
19-23
SA Volleyball AllU Star Championship
• Arnie’s 66th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Block Party • Festivities from: - James E. McNellie’s Pub - Kilkenny’s Irish Pub - & More!
usavolleyball.org
MARCH AUG
11-21
ational Snaffle Bit N Association World Championship Show
Catch the action at Tulsa’s Expo Square, home to the iconic Golden Driller.
nsba.com
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Tulsa Run
Arvest Winterfest
NOVEMBER
2-5
usic Cities M Convention
NOVEMBER
20
inco De Mayo C Celebrations • Elote Street Festival • Blue Dome District Cinco de Mayo Festival
MAY
5–7
ulsa International T Mayfest
illiams Route W 66 Marathon
Courtesy of Tyler Layne Photographey.
• These listings are accurate at the time of publication. For more up-to-date information and additional listings, visit visittulsa.com/events.
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Courtesy of USA Volleyball.
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Artwork on display at Black Wall Street Liquid Lounge. Courtesy of Tyler Layne Photography.
PLACES YOU’VE NEVER BEAN TRY SOMETHING NEW FOR YOUR MUG.
Courtesy of Sona Coffee.
Serious about your coffee and tea? Check out our unique musts while in town.
GYPSY COFFEE HOUSE gypsycoffee.com
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ypsy Coffee House, with Jenks G and downtown Tulsa locations, has all the artsy vibes you’re looking for. Grab a cup of coffee and enjoy the quirky warehouse atmosphere with vegan and veggie-friendly sandwiches. CHIMERA CAFE chimeratulsa.com
This industrial-chic café should be on your list of places to visit. Over half the menu contains locally-sourced veggie and vegan options made fresh daily. You can also enjoy a full bar with craft brews and cocktails.
FOOLISH THINGS COFFEE CO. foolishthingscoffee.com
L ocated on historic Route 66, Foolish Things is trendy and spacious. Enjoy an artfullypoured craft coffee, tea or even a tasty pastry or quiche. Stop by to get some work done or catch up with friends over a freshly brewed drink. CRICKET AND FIG cricketandfig.com
or elegant European café F vibes, visit Cricket and Fig in London Square. Enjoy a cup of fresh-roasted coffee or espresso, as well as handmade chocolates and decadent desserts.
SONA COFFEE sonacoffee.net
light, airy space with large A windows located in the Blue Dome District. Grab a coffee, roasted fresh daily, and ascend the spiral staircase to cozy loft seating that inspires conversation. 918 COFFEE tulsa918coffee.com
unny summer days mean lots S of time spent outside on the 918 Coffee patio. Grab yourself a cup of fair-trade coffee or tea and pair it with one of the savory or sweet options from the bakery. If you have to work, there’s free Wi-Fi.
BLACK WALL STREET LIQUID LOUNGE bwsll.com
Courtesy of Chimera Cafe.
I ndependent coffee shop in the heart of the historic Greenwood District where you can unwind from the stress of your day, recharge with coffee and treats and connect with others in the community.
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Courtesy of PRHYME: Downtown Steakhouse.
OH-SO-CLASSY CUISINE FINE DINING NEVER TASTED SO GOOD. Tulsa has a food scene for everyone. Visit one of these for an upper-class occasion.
Courtesy of Sisserou’s Caribbean Restaurant.
Courtesy of Bull in the Alley. BULL IN THE ALLEY bullinthealley.com
High-end chophouse tucked away in an alley in the Tulsa Arts District. Guaranteed to wow your date. Reservations strongly encouraged.
2022 JAMES BEARD AWARD SEMIFINALIST FOR BEST CHEF: SOUTHWEST jamesbeard.org
BOSTON TITLE & ABSTRACT bostontitleandabstract.com
SISSEROU’S CARIBBEAN RESTAURANT sisserousrestaurant.com
I nspired by the island of Dominica, Sisserou’s Restaurant transports you to the Caribbean in a vibrant setting.
ook an appointment B today for some subterranean, decadent dining. FLEMING’S STEAKHOUSE flemingssteakhouse.com
leming’s serves F traditional steakhouse fare with a modern
twist. A great spot for dinner or cocktails, you can expect top-notch seafood and premium steaks. And if you’re not a meat eater, there are plenty of plant-based entrées to choose from.
isit one of Tulsa V World’s Best Restaurants of 2021 where your cuisine will be prepared by a James Beardnominated chef. Expect a classic, straightforward culinary style with the freshest seasonal dishes and local ingredients.
VILLA RAVENNA FINE DINING villaravenna.com
illa Ravenna is an V authentic Italian owned and operated fine dining restaurant. When you visit the romantic, low-lit dining room with elegant table linens and topnotch service, you will enjoy homemade pastas, game meats and seafood dishes.
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2022 JAMES BEARD AWARD SEMIFINALIST FOR BEST CHEF: SOUTHWEST jamesbeard.org
ocated in the heart of L the Tulsa Arts District, PRHYME offers the best cuts of USDA prime beef, a variety of seasonal favorites – including Duroc pork chops – as well as whimsically plated appetizers. Pair your delicious dinner with a fine wine.
RESTAURANT BASQUE basquetulsa.com
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PRHYME: DOWNTOWN STEAKHOUSE prhymetulsa.com
Courtesy of the Tropical Restaurant & Bar.
UNIQUE DINING NEEDS EAT WITH CONFIDENCE. There simply is no shortage of options for anyone eating in Tulsa.
HOWDY BURGER howdyburger.com
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TROPICAL RESTAURANT & BAR tropicaltulsa.com
ALLERGY & VEGAN DINING
ead over to Route 66 for a classic flat top burger H served on a fluffy potato bun with all the fixins. Don’t forget to add the legendary Howdy Burger Rodeo sauce and a crispy basket of fries.
he Tropical Restaurant and Bar is one of Tulsa’s T hidden gems. Inspired by the flavors of Lanna Thai, it boasts a menu including Thai food classics, Thai-inspired surf, turf and vegan options, all made fresh. Stop by for the same bold flavors with a twist.
LONE WOLF BANH MI lonewolftulsa.com
place where you can taste A the passion for Vietnamese cuisine. Known for delicious and creative banh mi, kimchi fries and fried rice bowls, you won’t struggle to find an exciting option to eat.
QUE GUSTO quegustotulsa.com
Courtesy of Lone Wolf Banh Mi.
ANDOLINI’S PIZZERIA andopizza.com
ndolini’s is the pizzeria that never sleeps. NYA style pies are made scratch daily with imported toppings and housemade mozzarella. NEFF BREWING neffbrewing.com
family operation that began as homebrewing A for a better alternative and grew into a fully gluten-free craft brewery and restaurant. Awardwinning food and brews (judged against glutenincluded competitors).
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Delicious Ecuadorian spot in the Tulsa Arts District perfect for a bite to eat before exploring some of Tulsa’s best contemporary galleries. Known for their flakey, crispy empanadas with vegetarian, vegan and glutenfree options.
ANTOINETTE BAKING COMPANY antoinettebakingco.com
Tulsa favorite located A in the heart of the Arts District. Stop by for fresh treats and coffee made daily in the bakery. You can also enjoy a delectable brunch menu on Saturdays and Sundays.
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Open Container at The Boxyard. Courtesy of Tyler Layne Photography.
DINING SPOTLIGHT: PATIO SEASON IN TULSA IF IT’S STORMING, WAIT 20 MINTUES. When the weather is nice, why sit inside when you could enjoy an epic patio? Check out some of these outdoor favorites and let them know Visit Tulsa sent you!
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AMELIA’S WOODFIRED GRILL amelias.us
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njoy a variety of flame-cooked E dishes from around the world from a true scratch kitchen. LAURANNAE BAKING CO. lbcotulsa.com
aurannae Baking Co.’s L Broken Arrow location boasts a delightful backyard space. Stop by to enjoy a freshly made pastry, treat or a craft coffee.
Courtesy of McNellie’s Restaurant Group.
Courtesy of Laurannae.
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EAST VILLAGE BOHEMIAN PIZZERIA eastvillagebohemian.com
Lowood patio with lush herb garden and downtown views. Courtesy of TulsaFood.
R BAR & GRILL rbartulsa.com
elaxed gastropub with indoor R space, enclosed patio, and openair patio seating available. Tulsa Tip: Go for brunch and get their snickerdoodle-style donut holes.
LOWOOD lowoodtulsa.com
portal to paradise in Tulsa’s A East Village, Lowood puts a unique spin on farm-to-table. Enjoy live music (check their social for schedule) overlooking an urban garden powering fresh flavors with unbeatable vibes.
or visit for a hearty brunch on Saturdays and Sundays. THE VAULT vaulttulsa.com
hen you dine at The Vault, W you’ll experience all the quirks of the mid-century modern building. Savor classic American dishes made from scratch and delicious craft cocktails.
OPEN CONTAINER visittulsa.com/open-container
rivia Tuesdays happen every T Tuesday night starting at 7PM. Bring your team and enjoy rotating drink specials, cash and prizes for the winning team, plus a beautiful view of downtown!
DOC’S WINE AND FOOD docswineandfood.com
IN THE RAW intherawsushi.com
I n The Raw Tulsa has continued to win the award for best sushi every year since 2001 – featuring traditional and nouveau sushi, sashimi and nigiri creations. Four locations around town all boast beautiful patios. FASSLER HALL (21+) fasslerhall.com
n authentic German beer hall A in the heart of the Blue Dome District. Grab a stein of beer and a classic German sausage
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hether you’re eating on the W patio or in the brick-accented dining room, you’ll always find a unique dish with a Creole flair at Doc’s Wine & Food. Come as you are, savor fresh seafood, seasonal offerings and wine pairings in a welcoming environment.
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20121 ONE OF YELP’S TOP 100 RESTAURANTS IN THE U.S. yelp.com
ast Village Bohemian Pizza E is an eclectic, brick-lined spot serving wood-fired pizzas prepared Neapolitan style. All pies are made with imported or local ingredients – Italian San Marzano tomatoes, fresh buffalo mozzarella and Burn Co. sausage.
Courtesy Dead Armadillo Craft Brewing.
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From lagers to hearty porters, Tulsa’s craft brewery profile is rich and inclusive with beers for everyone from the casual drinker to your one friend who’s really into IPAs.
DOWNTOWN NEFF BREWING neffbrewing.com
their taproom oozes Belgian vibes to match their brews. WELLTOWN BREWING welltownbrewing.com
EERIE ABBEY ALES eerieabbeyales.com
nique, monastic U craft brewery in the heart of the Deco District dishing out Belgian style beers. Taking full advantage of their historic space,
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pacious, multi-story S facility boasting a rooftop deck with amazing views of downtown, plus areas that can be rented for special events. Tulsa Take: try their Berry Bliss.
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DEAD ARMADILLO CRAFT BREWING dabrewery.com
amed one N of the “Best Breweries in the South” by RAVE, their brews and straightforward taproom paired with a spacious “boneyard” patio featuring downtown views keep locals coming back.
NAMED ONE OF THE “BEST BREWERIES IN THE SOUTH” BY RAVE ravereviews.org
ou saw it first Y on pg. 12. Fatherson duo Jon and Jonathon Neff went to work (with the help of Jonathon’s chem + engineering background) making gluten-free beer on par with gluten-full beer upon Jonathon’s celiac diagnosis. Brewing with new types of artisan malts
of millet, buckwheat, rice and quinoa, NEFF’s creations are “Brewed For Everyone.”
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AMERICAN SOLERA americansolera.com
HEIRLOOM RUSTIC ALES heirloomrusticales.com
CABIN BOYS BREWERY cabinboysbrewery.com
ffers hand-crafted O ales brewed with spices, fruits and a touch of pizzazz to put a twist on traditional beer styles. NOTHING’S LEFT BREWING CO. nothingsleftbrew.co
xperiments with E a wide variety
MARSHALL’S BREWING COMPANY marshallbrewing.com
ringing the art, B quality and enjoyment of craft brewing to Oklahoma. Features a small tasting room with a wide variety of beer. The perfect place for an afternoon with friends. PEARL BEACH BREWING CO. pearlbeachbrewpub.com
I ndoor and covered outdoor seating, sand volleyball and an incredible downtown view. In addition to their brews, boasts a full bar complete with frozen drinks.
linging brews like S “Mamas don’t let your cowboys grow up to be racists” in a dogfriendly, rustic-industrial space. Creates community, collabs with charities, etc. Located in the KendallWhittier District, but close enough to the Pearl District breweries for a crawl. RENAISSANCE BREWING CO. renaissancebeer.com
he only facility T specifically built for brewing in the city, Renaissance is a little different than other breweries you may have visited– their taproom opens onto the brewing floor featuring four core brews and eight rotators. THE CAPE BREWING COMPANY thecapebrewingcompany.com
Courtesy of Pearl Beach Brew Pub.
un interior plus F spacious backyard. Jenks location perfect for relaxing after family time at the aquarium hosting bingo, trivia and live music. In their own words, The Cape is the “family-friendly, dogfriendly place to be.”
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HIGH GRAVITY BREWING COMPANY AND PIPPIN’S TAPROOM highgravitybrewingco.com
erves delicious S libations on 11 rotating taps, plus their nitro tap. Bottles occasionally available for sale in limited releases. Dedicated to essential styles, flawlessly executed– with the occasional watermelon gose or toasted marshmallow s’more stout. BROKEN ARROW BREWING COMPANY brokenarrowbrewingco.com
ative American N owned and operated microbrewery in what was formerly Broken Arrow Ice Plant and Light & Power Company. Built-in 1906, the space is now a charming drinking spot with everything from traditional to experimental styles.
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eon signage will lead N the way to equally vibrant beer at the chic, vintage revival taproom of American Solera: a brewery that produces a wide range of fruit beers that blur the line between brewing and winemaking.
of ingredients to craft interesting, drinkable beers.
Courtesy of Saturn Room.
AFTER HOURS LIGHT UP THE NIGHT. Think Tulsa is beautiful during the day?! You should see it come to life when the sun takes a break. One glimpse at night life in Tulsa – and you’ll be after ours.
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ake in Tulsa from T above and enjoy hand-crafted beverages and 360-degree views from their Cherry Street or Jenks locations. Cozy up alongside their lengthy (and mesmerizing) fire pit on their rooftop patio. VALKYRIE valkyrietulsa.com
FEATURED BY THEMANUAL AS A TOP 25 BARS IN AMERICA themanual.com
estination bar D dripping charisma, comfort and class serving quality drinks without pretense. A revolving menu offers classic and new cocktails made from whole, fresh ingredients and crafted just for you by knowledgeable bar staff.
CLUB MAJESTIC visittulsa.com/club-majestic
atering to the C LGBTQIA+ community, Club Majestic welcomes people from every walk of life. They provide upscale entertainment– including frequent, amazing drag shows– for all. WHISKEY 918 visittulsa.com/whiskey-918
rush off your boots B and break out the hat for this 21+ country dance hall, saloon and event center located in the Blue Dome District. SATURN ROOM saturnroom.com
ind a true escape F from daily life at the out-of-this-world Saturn Room. Head on an island-hopping rum flight through the Caribbean and try
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beachy cocktails in their wide assortment of tiki glassware. DUST BOWL LANES & LOUNGE dustbowllounge.com/ locations/tulsa
it the lanes or snag H a drink in this bowling alley turned late-night club. Treat your crew to the VIP Room rental. ST. VITUS stvitustulsa.com
ulsa’s premier T electronic music dance club, tucked in an alley serving high quality craft cocktails. Go for stained-glass window vibes.
DW’s Speakeasy celebrates the empowerment of BIPOC communities. Open evenings Thurs.-Sat.; serves Sunday brunch. INNER CIRCLE VODKA BAR icvodkabar.com
erfect place to visit P on a warm, summer night. Enjoy a full bar with creatively infused cocktails, live music, indoor and outdoor games, events and more!
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ringing a high-end, B unique experience to historic Greenwood,
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FOOD FOR THE FAM FAMILY DINING OPTIONS. When you have a group of hungry family, finding the right restaurant for every member can be stressful and difficult. We’ve got some great local options that will feed your crew.
llie’s Station is full of Tulsa O history. Located at Red Fork Corner, you can expect all your comfortable, down-home favorites in a warm atmosphere with railroad-inspired decor.
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ROSE ROCK MICROCREAMERY roserockmicrocreamery.com
erfect for a hot summer’s day. P Bring your dog to the Boxyard and grab a scoop of all-natural, small batch, extra creamy ice cream in your favorite flavor. Vegan scoops are also available. HIDEAWAY PIZZA hideawaypizza.com
ideaway Pizza is a Tulsa H favorite. Whether you’re out with family or friends, you’ll enjoy the
fare in town, you can enjoy a variety of fresh and fun plates, a tasty margarita in the cantina, or a cold glass of sangria on the outdoor patio.
lively and colorful environment, build-your-own pizza pies, Italian dishes as well as a variety of alcohol options. DILLY DINER dillydiner.com
Tulsa go-to for breakfast A all day, brunch, lunch and if needed, late night favorites. Enjoy a fully stocked bar and the freshest ingredients and see what sets Dilly Diner apart from every other diner with a patio, bocce and playhouses.
FAT GUY’S BURGER BAR fatguysburgers.com
NACHO BUSINESS nachobusiness.net
raving a juicy burger with C a molten butter and cheese core? What about a big basket of crispy fries with a variety of sauces to choose from? You can stop by Fat Guy’s for all of those things, and they’re perfect paired with your favorite sports game!
very nacho lover’s dream! E Dress up a big plate of nachos with your favorite protein, cheese and all the toppings. There’s an option for everyone – whether you’re vegetarian, vegan, keto or gluten-free. SEÑOR TEQUILA visittulsa.com/señor-tequila
eñor Tequila has been a Tulsa S favorite for years. Serving some of the best authentic Mexican
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OLLIE’S STATION visittulsa.com/ollies-station
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EXPLORE GREEN COUNTRY GET OUT, PLAY AND GO WILD. With the largest privately funded park on the planet – and equally impressive natural outdoor locations all over, Tulsa is one of those cities where you could spend all week outside. Good luck not falling in love.
TULSA ZOO tulsazoo.org
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fun and affordable A destination where families can connect. Located in Mohawk Park, the Tulsa Zoo’s beautiful 85-acres are home to more than 400 species–many rare and endangered in the wild. Visit immersive exhibits like the Mary K. Chapman Rhino Reserve; learn more about your favorite animals during daily keeper chats; or enjoy the scenery during a trip on the train.
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GUTHRIE GREEN guthriegreen.com
GATHERING PLACE gatheringplace.org
iverfront park offering worldR class experiences for all ages with no entry fee. Climb on larger-than-life cranes in the Chapman Adventure Playground or take in the downtown Tulsa skyline while soaring on Swing
Hill. Year-round programming includes children’s activities, live music, art shows, sports events and so much more. Free boat rentals are reopening this summer at Gathering Place! Visit gatheringplace.org for details.
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he beating heart of Tulsa’s T Arts District, an urban green space and performance venue that brings the entire Tulsa community together. Frequently home to free events such as movie nights, yoga, concerts and fitness bootcamps. Food Truck Wednesday is the perfect opportunity to sample Tulsa’s finest mobile cuisine.
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recreational treasure, Turkey A Mountain encompasses several hundred acres of rugged land less than a 15-minute drive from downtown. Turkey Mountain offers an escape city life via a thick canopy of trees–and miles of hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding and running trails. A map of the marked trails is located near the trailhead, along with signage describing the varying degrees of difficulty for some of the trails. Downloadable maps are available at riverparks.org. RIVER PARKS riverparks.org
ugged and rocky, River Parks’ R 600 thickly wooded acres feature an inviting mix of dirt trails, ponds, and spectacular views of the city-perfect for hiking, biking or running. The 26 miles of trails run from downtown Tulsa south along the Arkansas River on the
WOOLAROC MUSEUM & WILDLIFE PRESERVE woolaroc.org
ucked away in the Osage Hills, T Woolaroc once served as a ranch retreat for oilman (you hear that a lot) Frank Phillips. Now, anyone can visit the 3,700acre wildlife preserve and art museum. Perfect for hiking, retreats and weddings. TULSA BOTANIC GARDEN tulsabotanic.org
n all-season oasis blooming A in the Osage Hills just eight miles northwest of Tulsa. The Lakeside Promenade gracefully encompasses a seven-acre lake, and the Cross Timbers Trail provides a 1.5 mile hike through the native prairie and forest. Frequently hosts nature walks, full moon hikes and–of course– gardening classes.
THIS MACHINE thismachinetulsa.com
his Machine is T a high quality, convenient and affordable bicycle transit system. Use the This Machine app to rent from a system of 200+ electric pedal-assist bicycles from 45+ conveniently located kiosks along bikeable areas around midtown and downtown. At the end of your trip, leave your bike at any This Machine kiosk or public pole. Great for getting from downtown to Gathering Place!
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east and west banks with parking, restrooms, play equipment and furnished rest stops along the way.
TURKEY MOUNTAIN URBAN WILDERNESS AREA visittulsa.com/turkey-mountain
FX on Hulu series ‘Reservation Dogs’ premiere at Circle Cinema. Courtesy of Circle Cinema.
EXPAND YOUR UNDERSTANDING EXPLORE THE WORLD AROUND US AND THE HISTORY BEHIND US. Tulsa offers some of the finest (and funnest) educational opportunities to make any trip more eye-opening. Whether solo or in a group, young or notso-young, there is something to learn around town for eveyone.
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CIRCLE CINEMA circlecinema.org
TOURS OF TULSA toursoftulsa.com
ulsa’s oldest-standing movie theatre, Circle T Cinema originally opened in 1928 and now operates as the only nonprofit cinema in the area. They celebrate creativity, the arts and filmmakers from around the corner to around the world. DENNIS R. NEILL EQUALITY CENTER okeq.org
stablished in 1995, the Equality Center serves the E Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender and allied community and is one of the largest centers of its kind in the region. The center is owned and operated by Oklahomans for Equality and includes an event center, a full-service lending library, a wellness center and more.
alk over and under the streets of downtown W Tulsa through buildings built in Tulsa’s oil boom days. Tours of Tulsa can customize an itinerary specifically for you and your group with a guided step-on tour for the length of time you are interested in touring. SHERWIN MILLER MUSEUM OF JEWISH ART jewishmuseumtulsa.org
ontains the Southwest’s finest collection of C Judaica, with priceless items nearly 4,000 years old. An extraordinary Holocaust Collection emphasizes the experiences of survivors who came to live in Oklahoma, as well as Oklahomans who participated in the liberation of the Nazi concentration camps. TULSA TOURS tulsa.tours
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xplore the skyscrapers of downtown Tulsa, built E by the oilers who left their lasting imprint on the skyline. Discover hidden tunnels, or hear the story of the Greenwood District and Black Wall Street with Tulsa Tours!
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FOR KIDS & KIDS AT HEART OKLAHOMA AQUARIUM okaquarium.org
nderwater experiences U await you throughout galleries featuring aquatic life from our oceans, rivers, lakes and streams. See the largest bull shark collection in the world through a unique walk-through tunnel and dome. Crawl through the Kelp Forest and Discovery Caves and Extreme Amazon to come face-to-face with exotic stingrays, iguanas and fish from these habitats. Get even closer by rolling up your sleeves at interactive touch and feed tanks.
THE OUTSIDERS HOUSE MUSEUM theoutsidershouse.com
I mmerse yourself in Tulsa history with a visit to the set of the cult-classic movie–The Outsiders. Offering behind-thescenes stories, memorabilia and more, the Outsiders House Museum just northeast of downtown Tulsa is a timetraveling experience that’s worth a trip even if you’ve never seen the movie.
TULSA AIR AND SPACE MUSEUM tulsamuseum.org
aunch back in time and L experience Tulsa’s aerospace history. Enjoy the unique
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DISCOVERY LAB discoverylab.org
I n a state-of-the-art building next door to the Gathering Place, the Discovery Lab provides unique programming for children in middle-school and younger geared toward developing their creativity, critical-thinking, problemsolving and collaboration skills. With a labyrinth of tunnels, a slide made from packing tape, science demos, The WorkShop, Science Lab, and so much more, Discovery Lab is a place where kids and their families can make, learn, explore, and design things using real stuff in new and different ways. Inspired by best practices in informal learning.
Images courtesy of Discovery Lab.
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opportunity to look at vintage planes while also taking delight in the many interactive exhibits. Fly on a jet simulation, maneuver robotic arms like an astronaut in space and more! Travel through the vast unknowns of space in the planetarium, which is the second of its kind in the world.
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REVITALIZED & THRIVING greenwoodrising.org VOTED TOP 7 BEST NEW ATTRACTION IN 2021 BY USA TODAY 10BEST
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state-of-the-art A history center located at the heart of the historic Greenwood District honoring the legacy of Black Wall Street before and after the Tulsa Race Massacre of 1921, Greenwood Rising allows visitors to explore and connect with Greenwood District history through an immersive journey using projection mapping, holographic effects, and environmental media.
Vernon AME Church in the historic Greenwood District. Courtesy of Tyler Layne Phography. GREENWOOD CULTURAL CENTER greenwoodculturalcenter.org
monument to A the Greenwood citizens who created a renowned and respected community despite formidable odds. Experience life in historic Greenwood through photos and stories from Tulsa Race
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PATHWAY TO HOPE greenwoodrising.org/ pathway-to-hope
direct walking A route between John Hope Franklin Reconciliation Park and other sites in the core of the Greenwood District. The pathway symbolically reconnects a Greenwood District bisected by I-244 during Tulsa’s urban renewal phase.
JOHN HOPE FRANKLIN RECONCILIATION PARK jhfcenter.org/ reconciliation-park
eatures Hope F Plaza–a 16-foot granite structure with three bronze sculptures– depicting actual images from the Tulsa Race Massacre. The 25-foot Tower of Reconciliation at the center of the park tells the powerful stories of Oklahoma’s earliest Black residents and the history of Black Wall Street.
TAKE A TOUR NOW! This 15-stop virtual tour of the Historic Greenwood District is provided by Root.
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Massacre survivors, a restored home that originally belonged to survivors and much more.
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Peep this landmark (Route 66 Rising) at at the Avery Traffic Circle, at Admiral Place and Mingo Road. Courtesy of Tyler Layne Photography.
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top in our Visitor S Center inside Gambill's Coffee and Chocolate at the Shops at MRM for a warm welcome–and FREE wi-fi. Outof-city visitors get a complimentary cup of coffee, and we're here to tell everyone the best things to do around town (including your friend who's from here and says bad things–they're just not keeping up.)
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Tulsa County’s 26-mile stretch of Route 66 keeps things fresh with new neons, shops and restaurants opening left and right.
BUCK ATOM’S COSMIC CURIOS buckatomson66.com
gift shop celebrating A the magic of the Mother Road. Find Route 66 inspired apparel, home accessories, arts and more. MOTHER ROAD MARKET & SHOPS AT MRM motherroadmarket.com
vibrant food hall A where you can enjoy local favorites, new concepts and rotating residents of the Kitchen 66 food
incubator program. Enjoy a full-service bar and an expansive patio with outdoor seating, a Route 66-themed mini golf course and more! DECOPOLIS DISCOVITORIUM & TULSARAMA decopolis.net
n Art Deco themed A “town square” and mini-Museum, plus the DECOPOLIS Discovitorium filled with fantastical science décor and gifts.
ROUTE 66 AAA ROAD FEST route66roadfest.com
oute 66 is coming up on its 100th anniversary. R To celebrate, AAA is putting on the very first Road Fest, which will include classic cars, a classic collection of RVs, a remote control car track, live music, interactive exhibits and more!
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MEADOW GOLD DISTRICT meadowgolddistrict.com
ain Street-style M shopping the Mother Road. The locally owned spots and public art on this stretch of Route 66 offer some of Tulsa’s most eclectic shopping, dining and views.
R66 IN REVERSE! Another great historic tour from Root.
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TULSA REGIONAL TOURISM OFFICIAL VISITOR CENTER visittulsa.com/visitor-center
WALK, BIKE OR DRIVE DOWN MEMORY LANE.
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OKEOK Field in downtown Tulsa.
PLAYED WITH PASSION TULSA IS A SPORTS CITY. From soccer to the saddle, Tulsa boasts sports galore. Catch some of the action at any of these offerings, or find more info at visittulsa.com/events.
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USA BMX NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS & HALL OF FAME MUSEUM
his beautiful new structure located in Tulsa’s historic T Greenwood District boasts an incredible display of BMX history and gear, plus an athlete training space. Stands next door to the Hardesty National BMX Stadium.
TULSA OILERS tulsaoilers.com
ind Tulsa’s professional ice hockey team, who play in the F East Coast Hockey League, at the BOK Center. An evening at an Oilers game is a guarantee for some exciting action on the ice. You may think Tulsa’s too hot for hockey and if that’s the case, maybe the Oilers are too hot for you.
EQUINE exposquare.com
Each year national and international horse exhibitions and shows fill the calendar at the state-of-the-art Expo Square. You’ll see just about
every breed–from Arabians to Pintos. Experience rodeos, barrel racing and calf roping events. Plus, check out summertime quarter horse racing at nearby Fair Meadows.
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ulsa hosts regional and T national tournaments throughout the year including events like the 2022 Big 12 Wrestling Championships March 6, to the USA Taekwondo Central Grand Prix June 2 - 6, 2022. Learn more at tulsasports.org. Additionally, The University of Tulsa and Oral Roberts University offer the best of competitive sports on the collegiate level. For ticket information, visit tulsagoldenhurricane.com for University of Tulsa or oruathletics.com for Oral Roberts University.
RACING tulsaracewaypark.com
Catch races at Osage Casino Tulsa Raceway Park and Hallett Motor Racing Circuit. Calendar available at tulsaracewaypark.com
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HOMETOWN CLASSIC SWING BY A TULSA DRILLERS GAME. Since moving from Lafayette in 1977, the Drillers have served as Tulsa’s exclusive minor league baseball team. They play in the Texas League and are a Double-A affiliate of the Los Angeles Dodgers major-league club. The Drillers play in the gorgeous ONEOK Field, conveniently located in the hustle and bustle of the historic Greenwood District. You won’t be able to miss the energy – and fireworks – that every game brings to downtown.
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If you’re in town and decide to treat yourself with the world’s game, FC Tulsa has you covered. Sharing a space with Tulsa Drillers (above), you’re guaranteed to be within walking distance of a plethora of dining and nightlife options after the fireworks go boom.
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PUTTING THE “ART” IN ART DECO WALL-TO-WALL HUMAN EXPRESSION, LITERALLY. Tulsa’s skyline alone is a thing of beauty with breath-taking art deco at every turn. As you close in for further examination, each building, alley and brick has something unique and meaningful to say. If you have time, be sure to check out a mural tour or peruse one Tulsa’s fine art or history museums.
MURALS BLACK WALL STREET MURAL visittulsa.com/bws-mural
WOODY GUTHRIE MURAL woodyguthriecenter.com
ural by Clean Hands on the side of the M Woody Guthrie Center in the Tulsa Arts District. More info on page 35.
y Donald “SCRIBE” Ross, artist, and Chris B “SKER” Rogers, project manager. Located on the south wall of I-244, it borders the parking lot of the Greenwood Cultural Center at 322 N. Greenwood Ave.
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A Greenwood District must-see.
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Located in the Tulsa Arts District.
WORLD’S LARGEST AUGMENTED REALITY MURAL majesticmural.com
panning approximately S 15,000 sq. ft. on the east and north sides of the Main Park Plaza parking garage, 410 S. Main St. Scan this QR Code while you visit, or find it at the website above.
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PHILBROOK MUSEUM OF ART philbrook.org
TULSA HISTORICAL SOCIETY & MUSEUM tulsahistory.org
ocated in the historic L Sam Travis mansion with rotating exhibit galleries featuring stories from Tulsa’s past. Their wide ranging collection includes over 200,000 photographs, books, maps, historical costumes, architectural elements, and fine and decorative arts. In addition, the museum’s Vintage Garden invites visitors to stroll among the flowers, trees and historical Tulsa artifacts.
LIVING ARTS OF TULSA livingarts.org
his gallery offers creative T workshops, performances, exhibitions, films/videos, demonstrations of current art, lectures, related educational activities and research in its mission to present and develop contemporary art forms in Tulsa. 108 CONTEMPORARY 108contemporary.org
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gallery that strives to educate A and develop connections within the Tulsa community by drawing attention to contemporary pieces found in Oklahoma and from around the world. This non-profit community arts organization supports Oklahoma’s contemporary fine craft artists; connecting them with audiences and opportunities.
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“MOST BEAUTIFUL PLACE IN OKLAHOMA” BY HOUSE BEAUTIFUL MAGAZINE onlyinyourstate.com/oklahoma
estled on 25-acres of pristine N gardens, offering world-class art in a villa that transports visitors to the Italian countryside. Houses a sprawling collection of American, Renaissance and Baroque art, including one of the most comprehensive surveys of 20th Century Indigenous art in the U.S. The historical home of Waite and Genevieve Phillips features an addition with auditorium, Kitchen 27 restaurant, library and educational studios. Reserve admission in advance online and plan to spend half a day there if you can.
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Sculpture of Moscelyne Larkin, part of the “Five Moons” bronzes outside the Tulsa Historical Society and Museum. Courtesy of Tulsa Historical Society and Museum.
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Learn more about one of the world’s best collections of art deco architecture with a tour from the Tulsa Foundation for Architecture.
AHHA TULSA ahhatulsa.org
four-floor, 42,000-square foot building that A houses gallery space, studios and classrooms and a performance stage. Check out the EXPERIENCE Courtesy of ahha Tulsa. on the second floor for an artist driven, large-scale, fully immersive art installation that invites participants to explore a multimedia environment through sight, sound, movement and touch. Then, head to THE STUDIO on the third floor and create some art of your own! 30 ARTS & CULTURE
GREENWOOD GALLERY thegreenwoodgallery.com
gallery that honors the past and looks A toward the future with the tools of art and creativity. Displaying local artwork, creating events and celebrating Tulsa from Greenwood Ave. FIRST FRIDAY ART CRAWL visittulsa.com/first-friday-art-crawl
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his monthly event T features galleries, studios and museums as well as the part-time galleries in various shops opening their doors to show art. The Art Crawl is held on the first Friday of the month and is open from 6 - 9 p.m.
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TULSA FOUNDATION FOR ARCHITECTURE tulsaarchitecture.org
ulsa Foundation for Architecture offers walking T tours highlighting some of downtown Tulsa’s architectural treasures. Docents point out features of unique buildings and offer historical perspectives. Each second Saturday tour is different, but will typically include a visit to a lobby, a tunnel or maybe even an oil baron’s penthouse! On any given tour, you might see beautiful examples of Art L KING Deco, Beaux Arts, FOR MORE? Gothic Revival and Scan or click. Mid-Century Modern VISITTULSA.COM/ARTS buildings. ANNUAL RUSH FEST JULY 8-10, 2022 @rushfestmusic
njoy island vibes at multiple venues E featuring local musicians, DJs, poetry, art and dance. Featuring Tweet, Branjae and many more!
Rush Fest organizers/artists representing T-Town at SXSW 2022 with other local orgs including Tulsa FMAC. Courtesy of Rush Fest.
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PRESS YOUR LUCK ENJOY TULSA’S WORLD-CLASS GAMING. With three of the best casinos and resorts imaginable, not a single choice is a gamble.
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luxurious hotel rising 27 A stories high with retail, a convention center, a showroom for live entertainment and sporting events plus VIP suites. The Margaritaville Casino is packed with 850 electronic games and 27 live table and poker games. Try two-story Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville restaurant or Ruth Chris’s Steakhouse, and don’t miss the resort pool cabana experience. OSAGE CASINO HOTEL osagecasino.com
ffers a world-class casino O experience, from the rush of the high-stakes tables to
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electronic gaming options. Experienced chefs bring extraordinary care and attention to a menu of classic comfort food to their dining options. Book a stay in their brand-new hotel, and try to catch a show at the Skyline Event Center while you’re there!
Their resort features a 19-story luxury hotel with more than 350 rooms and suites with an additional 100 suites in a stunning 10-story smoke-free hotel tower.
HARD ROCK HOTEL & CASINO TULSA hardrockcasinotulsa.com
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ry more than 2,400 of the T newest and most popular electronic games and enjoy Northeast Oklahoma’s largest non-smoking gaming floor.
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TULSA’S MUSIC SCENE ECLECTIC MUSIC LIKE YOU’VE NEVER HEARD. On par with its iconic art deco skyline, Tulsa’s soundtrack is best described as beautiful and harmonic. With so many unique layers of sounds, styles and creativity, there’s truly something for everyone in this legendary — yet evolving — music destination. Courtesy of Cain’s Ballroom.
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CAIN’S BALLROOM cainsballroom.com
n iconic dance hall and concert venue since the 1930s, Cain’s still attracts top A performers from Green Day to Tech N9ne, who are honored to share the same stage with former legends. Numerous fundraisers, charity balls and private events are held here each year. Doubles as a rentable event venue for banquets, parties, weddings and more.
NOMINATED 9 TIMES FOR POLLSTAR ARENA OF THE YEAR IN 14-YEAR HISTORY pollstar.com/venue/bok-center-278083
BOK CENTER bokcenter.com
hen the world’s most renowned performers come to town, they W come to the BOK Center. The 18,000+ seat arena transformed Tulsa’s downtown landscape, spurring economic growth and development, all by hosting today’s hottest names in music and entertainment, including Madonna, Lady Gaga, Reba McEntire, Katy Perry, Justin Bieber, Paul McCartney and Jason Aldean.
TULSA THEATER tulsatheater.com
historic concert hall completed in 1914, Tulsa Theater was originally designed to serve as the city’s A Municipal Auditorium and has since hosted some of world’s greatest musicians and entertainers. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1979, Tulsa Theater has hosted musicians including Chicago, Al Green, Buddy Holly, B.B. King, Weezer and Vance Joy.
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UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL atch your favorite artist here before they’re C selling out arenas! The Vanguard is a popular spot among locals for reasonably priced shows without a bad seat in the house. Get up close and personal with the next big band. THE COLONY colonytulsa.com
or more than 60 years, The Colony has been a F staple of the Tulsa music community. This Britishthemed local classic is nestled in Midtown and hosts live original music every night.
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BOB DYLAN CENTER bobdylancenter.com
ffers unprecedented access to the creative O life of one of America’s most important and influential artists, the facility houses and exhibits more than 100,000 exclusive cultural treasures created and owned by Bob Dylan. The center provides programming, performances and special displays showcasing the artist’s message and impact. WOODY GUTHRIE CENTER woodyguthriecenter.org
THE SHRINE tulsashrine.com
he Shrine is a classic Tulsa bar and music venue T at the popular 18th and Boston hub home to restaurants and other night spots. Every night, enjoy live music, friendly bartenders and a unique vibe unmatched anywhere else in town. MERCURY LOUNGE mercuryloungetulsa.com
nother 18th and Boston spot boasting music A every night. A converted gas station and Tulsa classic boasting an open patio, covered patio, fireplace, pool table and old school juke box, and hosts some of the best live original music in town. JUICEMAKER LOUNGE visittulsa.com/juicemaker-lounge
atch live music daily C at Juicemaker Lounge. Courtesy of Juicemaker Lounge. Owned by local legend Tori Ruffin (longtime guitarist for Prince musical associates Morris Day and the Time) Juicemaker Lounge is an allinclusive, genre-accepting venue.
museum and center for inspiration, the A Woody Guthrie Center offers three spaces: the temporary gallery is perfect for catered receptions, the classroom accommodates group meetings and the theater is an intimate space for performances or presentations. THE CHURCH STUDIO thechurchstudio.com
ormerly Grace Methodist Episcopal Church F founded in 1915, Church Studio was purchased in 1972 by legendary musician Leon Russell, who transformed the building into a recording studio. The birthplace of the Tulsa Sound was recently restored by owners Ivan Acosta and Teresa Knox L KING and opened in 2021 FOR MORE? as a world-class recording studio and Scan or click. event space on the VISITTULSA.COM/SOUND vibrant Studio Row.
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VANGUARD thevanguardtulsa.com
Courtesy of the Bob Dylan Center.
Buck Atom’s Cosmic Curios in the Meadow Gold District at sunset. Courtesy of Tyler Layne Photography.
TAKE HOME A PART OF TULSA YOU DESERVE TO SPLURGE. Maybe you’ve heard Tulsa’s a super affordable place to be. It’s also a super affordable place to shop!
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ust southeast of downtown–a J dynamic, foodie’s playground boasting around 20 restaurants– many locally owned. With antiques, boutiques and a cute neighborhood, it makes for the perfect brunch date, bar crawl or pleasant family dinner in a hip ambiance. UTICA SQUARE uticasquare.com
quaint, Instagrammable A (yes, we’re calling that a word) slice of Midtown packed with restaurants, boutiques and shops lined around flower beds and an iconic phone booth.
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Treat yourself to something special from Moody’s or an evening at Polo Grill–or grab cafe fare from Queenie’s. BROOKSIDE brooksidetheplacetobe.com
lassy-yet-casual dining C joints, from designer clothes to signature Tulsa-themed gifts, a cozy cafe and even a professional ballet company characterize the charming Brookside district, a neighborhood just a short jaunt away from Gathering Place. TULSA GLOBAL DISTRICT globaldistrict.org
et your daily dose of culture G on East Tulsa Main Street! Try something new at Pho Nhi or grab authentic ingredients at Las Americas Supermercado. Don’t miss authentic Mexican pastries at Pancho Anaya Bakery and try some El Salvedorian fare at La Reyna Salvadoreña.
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eruse one of the most P incredible sneaker stores in the US or pick up some Black Wall Street gear sold from historic buildings on Greenwood Ave. Afterwards, fuel up at Black Wall Street Liquid Lounge.
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THE BOXYARD tulsaboxyard.com
I nspired by an iconic London development, the downtown Boxyard is constructed of repurposed shipping containers that now house a variety of shops like Nine one Skate and Sweet Boutique.
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WOODLAND HILLS MALL visittulsa.com/ woodland-hills
here’s always T something bustling at Woodland Hills, which includes the commercial area around Woodland Hills Mall at 71st and Memorial and has plenty to offer for all ages. Shop till you drop and expand your palate with some grub from any of the nearby restaurants. SOUTHROADS SHOPPING visittulsa.com/southroads
he area T surrounding Promenade Mall, Southroads, is a local staple for shopping major brands from Dillard’s to Vintage Stock. Find party decorations, pet supplies and more all in one bustling hub.
NEIGHBORHOOD MAIN STREETS JENKS jenks.com
nown as the “Antique Capital of K Oklahoma,” this side of town has so much more to offer than its wonderful array of antique shops. The Oklahoma Aquarium alongside the Arkansas River is home to the world’s largest exhibit of bull sharks. Next door, the Riverwalk boasts excellent shopping and dining, plus live music at their outdoor amphitheater.
Mural by Carlos Barboza. Courtesy of the City of Broken Arrow.
BROKEN ARROW | ROSE DISTRICT brokenarrowok.gov
I n Broken Arrow, you discover a city with the tranquil atmosphere of a small community while offering a variety of cultural, shopping and sporting opportunities. This booming suburb boasts hiking trails, a nature park and nine public and private golf courses.
SAPULPA | CROSSROADS sapulpacrossroads.com
he Sapulpa Crossroads in downtown T Sapulpa offers local boutique and antique shopping, food and specialty stores that are all within walking distance. SAND SPRINGS sandspringsok.org
BIXBY bixbyok.gov
nother quickly growing suburb A (that’s a theme here) known for community festivals like the Green Corn Festival held annually on the 4th Thursday, Friday and Saturday of June.
ulsa’s gateway to Keystone T Lake, Sand Springs is a tight-knit community with an adorable historic downtown home to enchanting dining and shopping options.
OWASSO | REDBUD DISTRICT redbudowasso.com
he Redbud tree is well-recognized T in Oklahoma as the state tree, but it is also the nickname for Owasso’s budding destination district. Find your newest outfit at one of the Redbud District’s trendy boutiques, offering goods from designer clothing to kimchi; and be sure to try their unique, locally owned restaurants.
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WHERE TO STAY FROM AIRBNBS TO BNBS. You’ll have to sleep sometime. And it’s important you’re vibing with where you’re resting your head. Lucky for you, Tulsa kind of has the market cornered on variety. From mansion to pad and loft to executive suite, the real question is how many times will you hit snooze in the a.m.
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hether you need W a dude ranch or a set for an Acadamy Award-level film (have you seen Minari? It was filmed here!) Meadowlake Ranch is a premier bed and breakfast just 15 minutes from downtown Tulsacamp if you’d
like! Savor a big, hearty breakfast ahead of a day spent a horseback riding, skeet shoot, atlatling or naping in the hammocks. SUITE DREAMS AIRBNB GREENWOOD visittulsa.com/suite-dreamsairbnb
ust steps away J from Tulsa’s historic
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Black Wall Street, this unit is full of history. You can find Blackcreated products, art, literature and more throughout. Located in the “Boydell” building built in 1916, relax and recharge and educate yourself on all Black Wall Street has to offer. HOTEL INDIGO hotelindigotulsa.com
t Hotel Indigo, A you’re not just staying anywhere, you’re staying somewhere – the heart of the Blue Dome District in Tulsa. Enjoy the boutique feel of the hotel with contemporary art, good eats and your rooftop bar that is perfect for relaxing with a beautiful
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Stunning art deco views from Hotel Indigo’s Roof 66 balcony. Courtesy of Hotel Indigo. view of downtown Tulsa. You’ll be exceptionally served with a smile.
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