Things to Do in Tulsa, May 11-17
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, May 11
Little Lab (11-11:30 a.m., Discovery Lab)
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!
66 Days of Fun: Musical Bikes Monday (11 a.m.-2 p.m., Shops at Mother Road Market)
As part of the Route 66 Centennial celebration, the Tulsa Market District invites Tulsans and travelers to experience the Mother Road in a whole new way with Musical Bikes — an interactive art installation at the corner of 11th & Lewis.
Community Conversations (5:30 p.m., Hannah Hall)
A chance to engage face-to-face with Tulsa City leadership, receive updates, ask questions, and connect with the full range of City services in a single, accessible setting.
Tuesday, May 12
Rose District Farmers Market (4-8 p.m., Rose District Plaza, BA)
Shop the Rose District Farmers Market on Saturday mornings and Tuesday evenings.
Tulsa Drillers Game (6 p.m., ONEOK Field)
Tulsa Drillers is playing Springfield, May 12-17! Get tickets and promo details at tulsadrillers.com
YMCA Community Wellness Series: Yoga (6-7 p.m., Jenks Riverwalk)
A free outdoor yoga class at Jenks Riverwalk. Bring a yoga mat.
Wednesday, May 13
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.
Downtown Tulsa Midweek Market (4:30-7:30 p.m., Santa Fe Square Plaza)
A vibrant urban market celebrating local food, home goods, art, and entertainment! This open-air marketplace is the perfect midweek stop to shop, explore, and connect with the community.
Thursday, May 14
Rooster Days (May 14-17, Central Park in Broken Arrow)
Rooster Days presented by TTCU Federal Credit Union is a four-day festival filled with carnival rides, food trucks, an outdoor/indoor vendor marketplace, 5k & 1-mile fun runs, a parade (Saturday at 10 a.m.), and more.
Bands & Blooms (5-8:30 p.m., Tulsa Botanic Garden)
Spend a beautiful spring evening at Tulsa Botanic Garden with Bands & Blooms, a relaxed outdoor concert series set among thousands of spring flowers.
ZooLIGHTful (6-10 p.m., Tulsa Zoo)
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. Repeats Thursdays-Sundays, March 26-June 7.
Friday, May 15
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.
Asian American Night Market (5-9 p.m., Hannah Hall)
Join Tulsa Global District for a night full of incredible food, live music, cultural performances, local vendors, and activities for the entire family. From street food and handmade goods to music and dance, the Night Market showcases the many cultures that make up the AAPI community in Tulsa.
Saturday, May 16
Tulsa Farmers’ Market (7-11 a.m., Kendall Whittier Square)
Shop from local vendors while enjoying family-friendly activities.
Bixby BBQ & Blues Festival (9 a.m.-10:30 p.m., Washington Irving Park, Bixby)
A 3-day family friendly event featuring 50 retail vendors, carnival rides, a kid’s zone with slides and inflatables, BBQ, food court and more. Repeats May 14-15, 5-10 p.m.
Asian American Festival: Japanese Tea Ceremony (2-3 p.m., Martin Regional Library)
Experience a traditional Japanese matcha ceremony led by Oklahoma-based Japan native and tea master Yumie Farringer. For older elementary schoolers to adults.
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, May 17
Oklahoma Renaissance Festival (10 a.m.-6:30 p.m., Castle of Muskogee)
The Oklahoma Renaissance Festival returns to Castle of Muskogee Saturdays and Sundays, April 25-May 31 – plus Memorial Day. Journey back in time to experience jousting tournaments, birds of prey exhibitions, live music and other performances, etc.
Tulsa’s Largest Touch-A-Truck (12-4 p.m., Tulsa Zoo)
Explore emergency vehicles up close, including a Life Flight helicopter, meet the teams who help keep our community safe and enjoy interactive booths with safety education, health resources and family activities. The free event will take place at the west gate entrance of Tulsa Zoo.
There’s more! Find our full Community Calendar at tulsakids.com/calendar.
