Winter Festivals in Tulsa

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Arvest Winterfest. Photo by Phil Clarkin

From ice skating to hayrides to caroling, don’t miss these fun winter festivals in Tulsa! If you’re looking for more holiday fun, we also have lists of Places to See Santa, Holiday Lights, Holiday Markets and Miscellaneous Festivities.

BA Ice Rink

  • When: November 8, 2024-January 6, 2025
  • Where: Rose District, Broken Arrow

Enjoy ice skating in Broken Arrow’s Rose District! Make sure you leave time for some district shopping afterwards! baicerink.com

Bixby’s Winter Wonderland

  • When: Nov. 16-Jan. 5, see website for hours
  • Where: Charley Young Event Park, 50 W. Dawes Ave.

Come experience the magic of skating under the Christmas lights at Bixby’s Winter Wonderland! A charming holiday activity that is sure to provide lasting memories. There are lots of skate aids available for children as well.

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Dickens on the Boulevard

  • When: Nov. 22-23, 6-9 p.m.
  • Where: Claremore Main Street

Kicking off the holiday season, Dickens on the Boulevard is a FREE Victorian themed Christmas event in Downtown Claremore’s Lilac District. Live entertainment, costume contest, period themed dancing, cricket matches, carriage rides, photos with Santa, late-night shopping and more. Fun for the whole family! downtownclaremore.org

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Nutcracker Festival

  • When: Dec. 6-7
  • Where: Expo Square, 4145 E. 21st St.

The Nutcracker Festival offers a distinctive and enchanting holiday experience. This brand-new annual event will seamlessly integrate a variety of holiday-themed activities, avenues for the acquisition of delectable culinary offerings and confections, live presentations featuring local performing arts groups, as well as a preeminent holiday marketplace.

Get tickets at nutcrackerfest.com

Arvest Winterfest

  • When: Nov. 29-Jan. 6
  • Where: Outside BOK Center, 200 S. Denver Ave.

The time has come to bundle up and enjoy the magical spirit of the holidays as Tulsa’s favorite winter festival returns to downtown Tulsa. tulsawinterfest.com

Philbrook Festival

  • When: Select nights, Nov. 29-Dec. 28, 5:30-9:30 p.m.
  • Where: Philbrook Museum of Art, 2727 S. Rockford Rd.

Thousands of spectacular lights illuminate the Philbrook Gardens for a festive experience unlike any other. Celebrate the season with hot cocoa, musical light shows, make-and-take art projects, visits with Santa, and more. Advance, timed-entry tickets required.

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Philbrook Festival is one of the can’t-miss winter festivals in Tulsa! Photo by Phil Clarkin, courtesy Philbrook Museum

Botanic Garden of Lights

  • When: Nov. 29-Dec. 1, Dec. 5-8, Dec. 12-23, Dec. 26-30, 5- 9 p.m.
  • Where: Tulsa Botanic Garden, 3900 Tulsa Botanic Dr.

Reconnect with family and friends in the garden illuminated with colorful lights. Make s’mores over fire pits, enjoy holiday music and take in the spirit of the season in our magical garden escape. Make your plans and get your timed-entry tickets now! Popular nights and times sell out quickly.

JollyTown at Guthrie Green

  • When: Dec. 16-22; Sunday-Thursday, 6-9 p.m., Friday-Saturday, 6-1o p.m.
  • Where: Guthrie Green, 111 E. Reconciliation Way

Stroll through a winter wonderland, listen to the sounds of the season, and enjoy free crafts and activities. Don’t forget to say “hi” to Santa!

Categories: things to do, Winter Fun

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