Things to Do in Tulsa, Oct. 13-19

Looking for fun things to do in Tulsa? Here are some top events happening this week! Find all these and more at tulsakids.com/calendar.

And remember, always check with event organizers before attending an event, as details can change.

Monday, Oct. 13

Little Lab Programming (11-11:30 a.m., Discovery Lab, 3123 S. Riverside Dr.)

Join Discovery Lab every Monday at 11:00 a.m. for Little Lab Programming, for guests 4 years and younger. Activities will focus on learning shapes, colors, working on fine motor skills, identifying emotions, and more!

Tulsa Native American Day Celebration (9 a.m.-4 p.m., Dream Keepers Park, 1875 S. Boulder Dr.)

Join the City of Tulsa for the 2025 Tulsa Native American Day Celebration — a day of Native culture, tradition and enduring contributions to our community. Live music, a parade and 11 a.m., vendors, food and more.

Fall Break Flight Week (10 a.m.-4 p.m., Tulsa Air and Space Museum, 3624 N. 74th E. Ave.)

Families are invited to join TASM for an exciting week of hands-on STEM adventures included with regular admission. Each day will feature activities that spark imagination, curiosity, and a love for science and aviation. Repeats daily, Oct. 13-18.

Tuesday, Oct. 14

Tuesdays with Tulsa Garden Club (9 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Woodward Park, 2435 S. Peoria Ave.)

Families are invited to join the Tulsa Garden Club for a morning of free kids activities, and opportunities to explore the gardens, arboretum, conservatory and mansion at Tulsa Garden Center/Woodward Park.

Wednesday, Oct. 15

Fall Fair 2025 (9 a.m.-1 p.m., Emergency Infant Services, 1110 S. Denver Ave.)

The annual Fall Fair is a free resource fair designed for families with children ages five and under, with a special focus on maternal health. Families can enjoy a welcoming environment where they can receive free costumes for their little ones and connect with a supportive community dedicated to maternal health and childhood resources.

The fair offers a variety of activities and informational booths, providing valuable opportunities for parents to engage with one another and access resources for their family’s well-being.

Little Garden Explorers (9:30-11:30 a.m., Philbrook Museum, 2727 S. Rockford Rd.)

Spark wonder at Little Garden Explorers an easygoing play invitation designed for children under 5. Check social media for cancellations due to weather, including excessive heat or rain.

Story Time at Tulsa Zoo (10 a.m., Tulsa Zoo, 6421 E. 36th St. N.)

Listen to a story and meet an animal ambassador every Wednesday morning at Tulsa Zoo! Story time will meet at the COX Nature Exchange located inside the Life of the Cold building.

Downtown Tulsa Midweek Market (4:30-7:30 p.m., Chapman Green, 605 S. Main St.)

The Downtown Tulsa Midweek Market features vendors, live music and other fun activities.

Thursday, Oct. 16

Storytime at the Airport: Halloween (10-10:30 a.m., Tulsa International Airport, 7777 Airport Dr.)

Join the Maxwell Park Library at the airport for this fun destination storytime for ages 0-5. Trick-or-treating throughout the airport will follow. Attendees can park in the airport’s parking garage, take the elevator or stairs to the second level, and walk across the street to Schwab Hall. Attendees will receive a ticket when leaving for free parking.

Bands and Blooms/BOOtanical (5-8 p.m., Tulsa Botanic Garden, 3900 Tulsa Botanic Dr.)

Listen to live music as the sun sets in the garden. With purchase of a BOOtanical ticket add-on, kids can wander lighted pathways in the Driskill Children’s Discovery Garden and visit BOOtanical booths with special hands-on activities.

Friday, Oct. 17

Family Nature Walk (10-10:30 a.m., 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.

Oktoberfest (Oct. 16-19, River West Festival Park, 2100 S. Jackson Ave.)

Enjoy live music, Bavarian food and drinks, kids’ activities, competitions and more. The Zeeco Family Free Day is Friday, 11 am.-4 p.m. Get free admission during this time; no advance tickets necessary.

HallowMarine (2-5 p.m., Oklahoma Aquarium, 300 Aquarium Dr., Jenks)

Perfect for little trick-or-treaters, Oklahoma Aquarium’s brand-new daytime edition of HallowMarine offers a low-key, high-fun Halloween experience—all indoors, so the weather is always perfect! Repeats Oct. 18. Evening times available the following weekend.

HallowZOOeen (6-9 p.m., Tulsa Zoo, 6421 E. 36th St. N.)

HallowZOOeen presented by Oklahoma Central Credit Union includes Goblin Stops where kids can pick up treats, carnival games at the Insurica Pumpkin Patch, special themed activities at the Burger King Royal Castle and QuikTrip Pirate Island as well as Bank of Oklahoma Haunted Train rides around the zoo. Everyone is encouraged to dress up in creative costumes. Repeats Oct. 18, 6-9 p.m. and Oct. 19, 2-5 p.m. Additional times the following weekend.

Saturday, Oct. 18

Saturday Tiny Tots (9-11 a.m., Wheels and Thrills, 10637 N. Garnett Rd., Owasso)