Events in Tulsa This Weekend: April 16-19

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Orbit Arts Festival. Photo courtesy Tulsa PAC

Wondering what to do this weekend? Let TulsaKids help! Below, you’ll find at least ten events happening in Tulsa and surrounding areas this weekend. Find more at our community calendar!

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**Please note: Check websites or call the event organizer for pricing info and to confirm details, as they can change. 

1. Helmerich Library Annual Book Sale

  • When: April 16, 12-8 p.m. (Preview Day – fee for entry); April 17-18, 24-25, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (free entry)
  • Where: Helmerich Library, 5131 E. 91st St.

The Friends of the Helmerich Library’s annual book sale features thousands of gently used books and media. Get quality and quantity at great prices while supporting the library! For all ages.

2. ZooLIGHTful

  • When: Thursdays-Sundays, March 26-June 7, 6-9:30 p.m.
  • Where: Tulsa Zoo, 6421 E. 36th St. N.

Step into a glowing dreamscape as Tulsa Zoo transforms after hours into a world of wonder, illuminated with hundreds of handcrafted Chinese animal lanterns along a magical trail spanning over one mile.

3. Tulsa Drillers vs. Arkansas

  • When: April 14, 12 p.m.; April 15-18, 7 p.m.; April 19, 1 p.m.
  • Where: ONEOK Field, 201 N. Elgin Ave.

Cheer for the Tulsa Drillers! The games on Friday and Saturday will both end in fireworks, and Sunday has several specials for kids: Kids 12 and under receive a free meal voucher; they can play in Hornsby’s Hangout for free; and run the bases after the game! Plus, the first 500 kids at Sunday’s game will receive a free Hornsby building blocks toy.

4. Family Nature Walk + TCC’s Seedling Symphony

  • When: April 17, 10-10:30 a.m. (Nature Walk); 10:30-11:45 a.m. (Seedling Symphony)
  • Where: Philbrook Museum, 2727 S. Rockford Rd.

Explore the gardens and learn about the natural world through our five senses. If you like, bring a camera, magnifying glass, or sketching supplies.

After the Nature Walk, join for a performance from Signature Symphony at TCC’s Seedling Symphony! Experience the joys of live music and see string instruments up close as you listen and dance along during this family-friendly performance by Signature String Quartet.

5. Oklahoma Central Credit Union ZooRun

  • When: April 18, 7:30-10 a.m.
  • Where: Tulsa Zoo, 6421 E. 36th St. N.

Now in its 56th year, Oklahoma Central Credit Union ZooRun is the second-oldest running event in Tulsa. With a CommunityCare 10k & 5k, plus the 1-mile Fun Run, there is a pace for everyone! MUST pre-register. There will be no registration or packet pickup available on race day.

6. Herbal Affair and Festival

  • When: April 18, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
  • Where: Downtown Sand Springs

Over 150 vendors converge to offer a diverse selection of medicinal, culinary and decorative herbs. Other plants and garden essentials also available for sale. Plus, there will be food trucks, a wine garden, live music and family activities.

7. Orbit Arts Festival

  • When: April 18, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
  • Where: Tulsa PAC, 110 E. 2nd St.

A FREE day of performances, workshops, and activities featuring local artists. Tulsa PAC’s 2nd Street lobbies and theatres will be open to the public, filled with music, movement and creativity.

8. Healthy Kids Day

  • When: April 18, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
  • Where: Anne & Henry Zarrow YMCA, 909 W. 23rd St.

This free, family-friendly event is packed with activities designed to inspire healthy kids, strong families, and a great start to summer! Free activities include a DJ, bounce houses, food trucks, giveaways, group fitness classes and more.

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9. Watercress Fest

  • When: April 18, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
  • Where: Saline Courthouse Museum, 55870 S. 490 Rd., Rose, OK

Enjoy a day filled with Cherokee culture and events at Watercress Fest, featuring live music, art demonstrations and Native games alongside guided tours, a pop-up market and food trucks.

10. CAN Superhero Challenge

  • When: April 19, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. (Onsite registration available starting at 9 a.m. on race day)
  • Where: POSTOAK Lodge & Retreat, 5323 W. 31st St. N.

This family fun event benefits the Child Advocacy Network, which serves Tulsa County children and their families involved in child abuse investigations. This super-charged, family-friendly day of fun allows superheroes of all ages to participate in one of two obstacle courses. After crawling, jumping, swinging and scrambling your way across the finish line, collect your finisher gift and celebrate victory at the Superhero Village.

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