Family-Friendly Festivals in the Tulsa Area

Tulsa is full of family-friendly festivals all year long. Get out your calendar and plan which festivals your family will be checking out this year!

JANUARY

Arvest Winterfest

• When: November 25, 2022-January 8, 2023
• 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. www.tulsawinterfest.com

FEBRUARY

While it’s not festival season, there’s still plenty to do around town! Check out our community calendar at tulsakids.com/calendar.

MARCH

APRIL

SpringFest at Woodward Park

• When: April 7, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; April 8, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
• Where: Teaching Garden at Woodward Park, 2435 S. Peoria Ave.

The annual SpringFest garden market is one of the largest educational events hosted by the Tulsa Garden Center each year, and the longest running garden market in the state.  Celebrating its 68th year in 2023, the event will be held at the Teaching Garden and adjacent Arboretum, highlighting two of Woodward Park’s treasured spaces.

Earth Day Celebration

• When: April 21-22, 2023
• Where: Tulsa Arts District

Oklahoma’s biggest Earth Day Celebration returns live to the Tulsa Arts District with environmental speakers, music & arts, community booths, grassroots organizing, kids activities, healthy sustainable cuisine & more. Stay tuned for details.

9th Annual Tulsa Global Bash

• When: April 27-29, 2023
• Where: Tulsa Arts District

Music from around the globe, live in the Tulsa Arts District. Stay tuned for details.

Sand Springs Herbal Affair and Festival

• When: April 15, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
• Where: 100 E. Broadway St., Sand Springs

Shop vendors offering herbs, perennials, natives and heirloom plants and more.  Find unique arts & crafts, herbal products, gardening supplies & décor while enjoying LIVE music and great food!

Jenks America Food Truck Festival

• When: 2023 Dates TBD
• Where: Jenks

The Jenks America Food Truck Festival features a variety of popular food trucks and other vendors across the region. Local musicians perform as patrons dine and shop on Main Street Jenks.

MAY

Renaissance Festival at Castle of Muskogee

• When: 2023 Dates TBD
• Where: Castle of Muskogee, 3400 W. Fern Mountain Rd., Muskogee

The Castle invites one and all to join the festivities of the Oklahoma Renaissance Festival! Step back into 1569 England to experience the royal quest for knighthood, a full-contact Jousting Tournament, Birds of Prey exhibitions and travelling Acrobats! Each weekend, her Majesty will declare a theme to honor the visiting Kings. We look forward to celebrating the joyous return of the festival this upcoming month of May. The patrons of Castleton have been sorely missed through this year of plague. The Castle has updated protocols to ensure your safety, so that we may convene and commence in merriment once again. HUZZAH! Get more details at www.okcastle.com

Tulsa International Mayfest

• When: May 12-14
• Where: The Tulsa Arts District

Tulsa’s iconic spring festival will take place outside in the Tulsa Arts District and Historic Greenwood. As always, Mayfest will feature juried artists from across the country, local artists, bands, and musicians, and traditional festival food. We’re all ready for a fun, enriching creative outlet, and we need your help to keep Mayfest safe this year! You can read all about the festival details, including Mayfest’s pandemic safety plan, at www.TulsaMayfest.org.

Germanfest

• When: May 5-7
• Where: GAST Center Building, 1429 Terrace Dr.

Enjoy authentic German entertainment by the GAST Folk Dancers and Blaskapelle together with outstanding Polka bands, food, drink and activities for children!  gastulsa.org

Bristow Tabouleh Fest & Wildflower Run

• When: 2023 Dates TBD
• Where: Bristow, OK

This family event begins immediately following Bristow’s 5K Wildflower Run on the second Saturday of May each year. Family fun, entertainment, friendly competitions and lots of food are all a part of this celebration.  This event is hosted by the Bristow Historical Society/Museum as its annual fundraiser. Be sure to swing by the 1923 train depot/museum too! facebook.com/bristowtaboulehfest/

Stilwell Kiwanis Club Strawberry Festival

• When: 2023 Dates TBD
• Where: Stilwell, OK

Thousands of visitors come to take part in the many festivities that make the Stilwell Strawberry Festival such a success. Members of the Stilwell Kiwanis Club strive to add fun and interesting  events, while continuing to offer the community and  its visitors  hometown activities that they have come to love.  Don’t be left out.   Come enjoy the carnival, the parade, the Run, the motorcycle and car  shows, the vendor booths, the Kids Zone, and much more.​ strawberrycapital.com

Route 66 Patriotfest

• When: 2023 Dates TBD
• Where: Route 66 Historical Village, 3770 Southwest Blvd.

Head to Route 66 PatriotFest Memorial Day Weekend! The event begins with a cruise on Rt. 66, a car/motorcycle show, live music, a military museum, pin-up contest, food trucks and other vendors! www.rt66patriotfest.com

JUNE

Bartlesville Sunfest

• When: 2023 Dates TBD
• Where: Sooner Park, located at Madison Blvd. and Tuxedo Ave. in Bartlesville

Sunfest is an annual arts and craft three day festival held at Sooner Park in Bartlesville, OK the weekend after Memorial Day. Sunfest continues the tradition of bringing you the best mix of music, art, food, and activities available in Green Country.

Rooster Days

• When: 2023 Dates TBD
• Where: Broken Arrow

Rooster Days: View from Ferris Wheel! Photo by Alex Pfingston

Rooster Days is Oklahoma’s longest-running festival!

Okmulgee Pecan Festival

• When: 2023 Dates TBD
• Where: Okmulgee, Oklahoma

Okmulgee’s annual Pecan Festival celebrates this delicious nut with three days of family friendly activities!  okmulgeechamber.org

deadCenter Film Festival 

• When: 2023 Dates TBD
• Where: Oklahoma City, OK

Learn more at deadcenterfilm.org.

OKM Music Festival

• When: June 8-12
• Where: Various locations, Bartlesville

This 5-day festival, named for Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, showcases musicians from a variety of genres. Special events for kids include Disney Karaoke, puppet theater, a Mad Hatter Prince and Princess Tea Party and more. Learn more at okmmusic.org.

Saint Francis Tulsa Tough

• When: 2023 Dates TBD
• Where: Blue Dome District; Tulsa Arts District; Riverside Dr.

Saint Francis Tulsa Tough is a unique three-day cycling festival experience for racers, riders, and spectators, all centered in beautiful downtown Tulsa and along the banks of the Arkansas River.

Don’t miss the FREE, 5.8-mile family-friendly Townie Ride on Sunday, June 12, or the opportunity to cheer on young cyclists at the Kids and Junior’s Races on Saturday and Sunday! Get the schedule and additional information at tulsatough.com.

Muscogee (Creek) Nation Festival

• When: 2023 Dates TBD
• Where: Claude Cox Omniplex, 555 Tank Farm Rd., Okmulgee

The Okmulgee (Creek) Nation Festival is a weekend of family fun! Activities include a 5K Walk/Run, an All-Indian Rodeo, Parade, Traditional Games and much more.

Asian-American Festival

• When: 2023 Dates TBD
• Where: Martin Regional Library, 2601 S. Garnett Rd.

Join us to celebrate and learn about Asian American cultures and traditions during TCCL’s 20th Annual Asian American Festival. The festival will feature live performances, local vendors, arts and crafts, and activities for all ages. Visit www.tulsalibrary.org/asianfestival for more details. Sponsored by the Tulsa Library Trust.

Tulsa Juneteenth Festival

• When: June 15-17, 2023
• Where: Greenwood

Juneteenth celebrates the end of slavery in the U.S. Enjoy a weekend of music and other entertainment.  tulsajuneteenth.org

Bixby Green Corn Festival

• When: June 22-24, 2023
• Where: Charley Young Event Park, 50 W. Dawes Ave., Bixby

Bixby’s Green Corn Festival is designed as good, old fashioned, family-oriented fun.  The Green Corn parade entertains the crowds Saturday morning before a day of great games and contests for the young and young at heart. Get more information at bixbyoptimist.com/bixby-green-corn-festival.

AAA Route 66 Road Fest

• When: June 23-25, 2023
• Where: Expo Square, 4145 E. 21st St.

Counting down to The Mother Road’s 100th birthday, in June 2022, AAA Oklahoma will present the first annual AAA Route 66 Road Fest, a weeklong celebration beginning in Oklahoma City (June 18-19) and ending in Tulsa (June 25-26).

Tulsa Pride Celebration 

• When: 2023 Dates TBD
• Where: Downtown Tulsa

Tulsa Pride is the longest running Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgender Pride festival in Oklahoma. Don’t miss the Family PRIDE Picnic on June 26; the Rainbow Run on June 24; or the Festival and Parade on June 25. okeq.org/tulsa-pride.html

Kidsfest

• When: June 24-25, 2023
• Where: Woolaroc Museum & Wildlife Preserve, 1925 Woolaroc Ranch Rd., Bartlesville

This traditional event features arts and crafts, games, live music, inflatables and so much more! There is no extra charge for Kidsfest, which is covered under the price of regular admission. Train rides and craft and food vendors are an additional cost. woolaroc.org

JULY

Woody Guthrie Folk Festival 

• When: 2023 Dates TBD
• Where: Okemah, Oklahoma

This annual celebration of Woody Guthrie’s Life features plenty of live music! woodyfest.com

Porter Peach Festival

• When: 2023 Dates TBD
• Where: Porter, Oklahoma

Peach orchards have been an integral part of Porter’s history for over 100 years.  Since the inaugural Porter Peach Festival in 1960, the town has highlighted its tasty heritage with a fun festival of arts & crafts, outdoor concerts, small town parade, 5k run, car show, and of course, FREE peach ice cream! porterpeachfestivals.com

August

Oklahoma Balloon Festival

• When:  August 25-27, 2023
• Where: Hatbox Field, 4000 Border Ave., Muskogee

The Oklahoma Balloon Festival presents a weekend of tethered balloon rides, kids activities, helicopter rides, live entertainment, fireworks and more! Follow @okieballoonfest on Facebook for updates!

September

Rocklahoma

• When: September 1-3, 2023
• Where: Pryor, Oklahoma

If you love rock music, outdoor concerts, camping…this is the festival for you! Find this year’s lineup at rocklahoma.com.

Greek Festival

• When: 2023 Dates TBD
• Where: Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, 1222 S. Guthrie Ave.

Eat authentic Greek food – like gyros, Loukoumades and lamb dinners – while enjoying traditional dancing and live folk music.  Visit tulsagreekfestival.com for details.

Photo courtesy Tulsa Greek Festival

ScotFest

• When: September 15-17, 2023
• Where: Broken Arrow Events Park, 21101 E. 101st St., Broken Arrow

ScotFest is the Tulsa area’s annual celebration of Scottish culture, including Highland games, live music, Highland and Irish dance, kids activities, vendors, etc. okscotfest.com

Festival Americas

• When: 2023 Dates TBD
• Where: Outside of ONEOK Field, 201 N. Elgin Ave.

Celebrate the rich culture of Tulsa’s Hispanic and Latino community at Festival Americas.

OCTOBER

Broken Arrow Rose Festival, Chalk it Up! and Rose Kites Over Broken Arrow

• When: 2023 Dates TBD
• Where: Broken Arrow

Tulsa State Fair

• When: September 28-October 8, 2023
• Where: The Exchange Center at Expo Square, 4145 E. 21st St.

The Tulsa State Fair is back for 2023! For more information on the Livestock Show Schedules, Ford Family Food Court and Vendor List, go to: TulsaStateFair.com.

Winter Squash & Pumpkin Festival

• When: 2023 Dates TBD
• Where: Pleasant Valley Farms OK, 22350 W. 71st St., Sand Springs

Enjoy live bluegrass music, hayrides, food vendors, a 20-acre corn maze and more!

Brush Creek Bazaar

• When: 2023 Dates TBD
• Where: 10900 S. Louisville Ave., Tulsa

The Brush Creek Bazaar is an event for the entire family. With live music, numerous vendors, and dining areas, the entire family will have a place to enjoy this beautiful fall weekend at South Tulsa’s premier Arts and Crafts Event. 

Tulsa Oktoberfest

• When: 2023 Dates TBD
• Where: River West Festival Park, 2100 S. Jackson Ave.

Tulsa Oktoberfest Tulsa celebrates authentic Bavarian culture in the heart of Oklahoma, in an incredible setting patterned after Oktoberfest Munich in Bavaria, Germany. Enjoy große (huge) quantities of bratwurst, German beers, Bavarian cheesecake, great music and thousands of your friends together. All admission tickets and packages must be purchased online in advance of arriving at the gate. Get tickets here.

NOVEMBER

Día de los Muertos Art Festival

• When: 2023 Dates TBD
• Where: Living Arts of Tulsa, 307 E. Brady St.

Living Arts of Tulsa, in partnership with Casa de la Cultura and Guthrie Green hosts Tulsa’s annual Día de los Muertos Arts Festival each year in November. Día de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) is a celebration of the Latinx heritage honoring loved ones who have passed away. The festival will be held in-person and will also have virtual elements available for the public.

Dickens on the Boulevard

• When: 2023 Dates TBD
• Where: Claremore Main Street

Dickens on the Boulevard is a Victorian-themed Christmas festival in historic downtown Claremore, Oklahoma.

DECEMBER

Goff Fest

• When: 2023 Dates TBD
• Where: Various locations, downtown Tulsa

GOFF FEST is BACK for a second year, celebrating the life and work of Oklahoma’s unconventional architect, Bruce Goff.

Philbrook Festival

• When: 2023 Dates TBD
• Where: Philbrook Museum of Art, 2727 S. Rockford Rd.

Philbrook Festival returns with all of your favorites: thousands of holiday lights and a spectacular musical light show, holiday shopping, the LEGO Village, visits with Santa and more.

Botanic Garden of Lights

• When: 2023 Dates TBD
• 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.

Timed entry tickets are required. Reserve your tickets here.

Winter Wonderland

• When: 2023 Dates TBD
• Where: Gathering Place, 2650 S. John Williams Way

Celebrate the most wonderful time of the year and create lifelong memories this holiday season as Gathering Place transforms into Winter Wonderland! From thousands of twinkling lights to dreamy decor to festive fun for the whole family, there are plenty of ways to spread holiday cheer at the park. In Williams Lodge, guests can take a free family photo with Santa Claus, listen to live holiday music, participate in hands-on activities at the Winter Wonderland workshop, and take a short ride on the holiday trail. Guests can stop by ONEOK Boathouse to enjoy a festive photo opportunity with luminous winter characters, enter a raffle to win artwork, and witness more dashing decor. In addition, carolers will sing classic holiday songs in Chapman Adventure Playground and guests can enjoy Santa’s circus show at the Gather Round Stage.