Things to Do in Tulsa, Sept. 7-13
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, Sept. 7
Little Lab (11-11:30 a.m., Discovery Lab)
Activities will focus on learning shapes, colors, working on fine motor skills, identifying emotions, and more! For ages 4 and younger.
Tuesday, Sept. 8
Generation Green: Tulsa Garden Club (9 a.m.-12 p.m., Teaching Garden at Woodward Park)
Drop by the Teaching Garden Barn for fun crafting activities.
Edible Slime (4-5 p.m., South Broken Arrow Library)
Get ready for gooey fun! Mix, stretch and taste your own edible slime while exploring simple science. Join us for this hands-on, all-ages program that’s creative and delicious!
Rose District Farmers Market (4-8 p.m., Rose District Plaza, BA)
Shop the Rose District Farmers Market on Saturday mornings and Tuesday evenings.
Yoga for Every Body (6-7 p.m., Central Library)
A beginner-friendly yoga class taught by certified yoga instructor Beth Richmond. Yoga mats are provided. For tweens to adults.
Wednesday, Sept. 9
Little Garden Explorers (9:30-11:30 a.m., Philbrook Museum)
Spark wonder at Little Garden Explorers, an easygoing play invitation designed for children under 5.
Story Time at Tulsa Zoo (10 a.m., Tulsa Zoo)
Listen to a story and meet an animal ambassador every Wednesday morning at Tulsa Zoo! Story time will meet at the Oklahoma Central Credit Center Nature Exchange located inside the Life of the Cold building.
Story Time at The Flower Meadow (10:30 a.m., The Flower Meadow, Coweta)
A relaxed morning of stories, flowers, and friendly farm animals at The Flower Meadow in Coweta. Repeats Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Saturdays, May through October.
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month: Mexican Folklórico Dancing by Casa de la Cultura (5-6 p.m., Hardesty Regional Library)
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a traditional dance performance by Casa de la Cultura, an organization dedicated to the preservation, promotion and advancement of the Latin/Hispanic culture, arts and humanities. Sponsored by the Friends of the Helmerich Library. For all ages.
Thursday, Sept. 10
Nature Craft (3-4 p.m., Ray Harral Nature Center)
Join Ray Harral Nature Center for a free craft time every Thursday afternoon. RSVP at secure.rec1.com/OK/broken-arrow-ok/catalog
Build A Reader Storytime/Stay and Play: Family (10:30-11:30 a.m., Herman and Kate Kaiser Library)
Bring the whole family for this 0-to-5 storytime. There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for your older children. Join us after storytime for games, toys and activities that foster critical early literacy skills.
After-School Club (3:30-4:45 p.m., Bronson Brookside Library)
The activities will vary – bookish arts and crafts, games, science, LEGOs – but the fun will not! Ask library staff about this week’s activities. For elementary schoolers.
Bands & Blooms (5-8 p.m,. Tulsa Botanic Garden)
A relaxing evening of live music on the lake as the sun goes down. Bring a blanket and stay a while. On Sept. 10, The Lonelys will perform.
Friday, Sept. 11
Family Nature Walk (10-10:30 a.m., Philbrook Museum)
Explore Philbrook’s gardens and learn about the natural world through your five senses. If you like, bring a camera, magnifying glass, or sketching supplies.
Rose Festival/Chalk It Up Festival (5-8:30 p.m., Broken Arrow Rose District)
Enjoy some shopping and family fun in the Rose District while local artists bring incredible chalk art drawings to life. Repeats Saturday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Don’t Miss: Rose Kites Over Broken Arrow at Events Park on Sept. 13, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. There will be free kites to decorate, kite-flying demonstrations, candy drops, historical kites and more.
9/11 Memorial & Museum Live Stream: Digital Learning Experience (10-11:30 a.m., Zarrow Regional Library)
Come together as a community to learn about and remember the events of Sept. 11, 2001. Watch the 9/11 Memorial & Museum’s 9/11 Anniversary Digital Learning Experience, which includes a 30-minute film that explores the history and impact of 9/11 through historical footage, personal accounts and survivor stories. Following the screening, engage in a live virtual chat with staff from the 9/11 Memorial & Museum. For tweens to adults.
Cox Movie Night: Toy Story 4 (6-9 p.m., Gathering Place)
Join Gathering Place for a free showing of Toy Story 4 during Spectrum Movie Night!
Before the film begins, enjoy pre-show activities that celebrate the joy of the journey and the memories made along the way, just like any great road trip. You can build your very own Forky at the craft table, snap a photo at the claw machine photo op, and get a balloon creation inspired by your favorite Toy Story characters from talented balloon twisters. Activities begin at 6; the movie will begin at 7.
Saturday, Sept. 12
Tulsa Farmers’ Market (7-11 a.m., Kendall Whittier Square)
Shop from local vendors while enjoying family-friendly activities.
Saturday Tiny Tots (9-11 a.m., Wheels and Thrills)
Kids ages 6 and under can jump, ride and play while meeting their favorite characters.
Tulsa Garden Railroad Club 2026 Tour (9 a.m.-4 p.m., various locations)
Tulsa Garden Railroad Club welcomes the public into their yards to enjoy watching model trains chug through the landscape.
Come and explore these miniature worlds filled with buildings, trains and passengers. FREE admission to all. Learn more at tgrrc.com
Coffee House (7-11 p.m., Youth Services of Tulsa, 311 S. Madison Ave.)
Youth ages 12-18 have a place to hang out, express themselves and enjoy live music, wifi and free hot beverages courtesy of QuikTrip. Youth can enjoy new activities and events weekly. Coffee House is open every Saturday night from 7-11 and admission is always free. Check facebook.com/ystcoffeehouse for event updates, including activities and cancellations.
Sunday, Sept. 13
Sensory-Friendly Family Hours (9:30-11:30 a.m., Discovery Lab)
These early hours are designed for families with children on the spectrum and other sensory needs. Lights are dimmed and exhibit sounds are turned down.
Fitness on the Green: Zumba with Ariane (10:30-11:30 a.m., Guthrie Green)
Zumba with Ariane Betancourt delivers an electrifying workout experience that seamlessly blends dance, music, and fitness. In this FREE Zumba class, immerse yourself in vibrant Latin and international rhythms, transforming exercise into a joyful dance celebration.
There’s more! Find our full Community Calendar at tulsakids.com/calendar.
