Free Events for Tweens and Teens

May 10, 2026

Site Staff,

Tulsa offers a variety of all-ages events each month, but we wanted to create a special list of events just for tweens and teens in the Tulsa area! For more tween- and teen-related content, go to tulsakids.com/tweens-teens, where we cover everything from getting a driver’s license in Oklahoma to screen time to teen-friendly destinations in the Tulsa area.

Arts, Crafts & Creativity

Polymer Clay Miniatures with Sarah Bowen

June 3, 3-4 p.m. at Bixby Library
June 4, 3-4 p.m. at Herman and Kate Kaiser Library
June 5, 3-5 p.m. at Martin Regional Library
June 8, 3-4 p.m. at Collinsville Library
June 9, 4-5 p.m. at Kendall-Whittier Library
June 11, 3-4 p.m. at Bronson Brookside Library
June 22, 3-4 p.m. at Jenks Library
June 24, 3-4 p.m. at Charles Page Library
July 10, 3-4 p.m. at Helmerich Library
July 16, 4-5 p.m. at Judy Z. Kishner Library
July 22, 4-5 p.m. at Hardesty Regional Library
July 29, 4-5 p.m. at South Broken Arrow Library

Drop in for an open-ended polymer clay workshop with Sarah Bowen from Tiny Things by Bowen. Crafters of any experience level can create their own miniature sculptures and learn the basics of using the oven-bake medium. Space limited. Registration is required. Register at www.tulsalibrary.org/events or call 918-549-7323. For ages 13-17.

Fresh Floral Mandala With Artist Ellen Weatherholt

June 3, 3-4 p.m. at Schusterman-Benson Library
June 10, 3-4 p.m. at Broken Arrow Library
June 11, 3-4 p.m. at Judy Z. Kishner Library
June 17, 3-4 p.m. at Zarrow Regional Library
June 25, 3-4 p.m. at Skiatook Library
June 26, 3-5 p.m. at Martin Regional Library
June 29, 3-4 p.m. at Suburban Acres Library
July 6, 4-5 p.m. at Jenks Library
July 7, 4-5 p.m. at Pratt Library
July 10, 3-4 p.m. at Hardesty Regional Library
July 13, 3-4 p.m. at Collinsville Library
July 14, 3-4 p.m. at Maxwell Park Library

Join artist Ellen Weatherholt to learn how to build your own fresh floral mandala. Class size limited. Registration is required. Register at www.tulsalibrary.org/events or call 918-549-7323. For teens.

Stamp Making With Artist Candacee White

Tuesday, June 2 ● 3-4 p.m., South Broken Arrow Library
June 8, 4-5 p.m. at Jenks Library
June 9, 3-4 p.m. at Central Library
June 12, 3-4 p.m. at Helmerich Library
June 16, 4-5 p.m. at Pratt Library
June 18, 3-4 p.m. at Nathan Hale Library
June 25, 3-4 p.m. at Bronson Brookside Library
June 26, 3-4 p.m. at Glenpool Library
June 29, 3-4 p.m. at Maxwell Park Library
June 30, 4-5 p.m. at Kendall-Whittier Library
July 7, 3-4 p.m. at Schusterman-Benson Library

Design, carve and test your very own rubber stamp or linoleum block. Class size is limited. Registration is required. Register at www.tulsalibrary.org/events or call 918-549-7323. For ages 10-18.

Watercolor Painting With Artist Candacee White

June 10, 4-5 p.m. at Hardesty Regional Library
June 11, 3-4 p.m. at Skiatook Library
June 18, 3-4 p.m. at Herman and Kate Kaiser Library
Monday, June 15 ● 3-4 p.m., Collinsville Library
July 17, 3-5 p.m. at Martin Regional Library

Enjoy painting with high-quality watercolor paints and paper. Class size is limited. Registration is required. Register at www.tulsalibrary.org/events or call 918-549-7323. For ages 10-18.

Weaving With Artist Candacee White

June 5, 3-4 p.m. at Glenpool Library
June 17, 3-4 p.m. at Broken Arrow Library
June 23, 3-4 p.m. at Central Library
July 8, 3-4 p.m. at Zarrow Regional Library
July 20, 3-4 p.m. at Suburban Acres Library
July 21, 3-4 p.m. at Nathan Hale Library

Learn how to make a small tapestry weaving using a cardboard loom and a variety of yarn. Class size limited. Registration is required. Register at www.tulsalibrary.org/events or call 918-549-7323. For ages 10-18.

Creative Writing Club

Wednesdays, June 3, 17, July 15, 29, 4-5 p.m.
Judy Z. Kishner Library

Do you like writing stories or want to learn how? Join us for writing prompts, games, encouraging feedback and brainstorming. For teens and tweens.

Wings of Fire Fandom Party

Thursday, June 18 ● 5-7 p.m.
Schusterman-Benson Library

Create fierce and scaly dragon eye sculptures, beaded dragons, pipe cleaner dragons and more. Other activities and light refreshments are provided. Supplies are provided by the Friends of the Helmerich Library. For teens and tweens.

Book Clubs

In the Middle: Tween Book Club

June 4, 4-5 p.m.
South Broken Arrow Library

Read Bark Twice for Murder by John Lekich and then join for a fun discussion and activities. For tweens.

Graphic Novel Book Club

Saturday, June 13, July 11● 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Nathan Hale Library

June 13: Discuss Hooky: Volume 1 by Miriam Bonastre Tur. Enjoy great conversation, snacks and activities. For teens and tweens.

July 11: discuss The Princess and the Grilled Cheese Sandwich by Deya Muniz. Enjoy great conversation, snacks and activities. For teens and tweens.

Tweens Read Book Club

Thursday, June 18, July 16 ● 4-5 p.m.
Charles Page Library, 551 E. 4th St., Sand Springs

June 18: Read what you can of Wildflower Emily by Lydia Corry and then join for activities and discussion. Copies of the book are available for checkout at the library. For ages 9-12.

July 16: Read what you can of Rick Kotani’s 400 Million Dollar Summer by Waka T. Brown and join for activities and discussion. Copies of the book are available for checkout at the library. For tweens.

Teen Book Club

Monday, June 29 ● 4-5 p.m.
Skiatook Library

Dinosaurs meet manga! Read Dinosaur Sanctuary available on Comix through the library, then join to chat about dino care, science and your favorite moments. For ages 13-16.

Dungeons & Dragons

We’ve created a separate list for TCCL’s monthly DnD events. Find it at tulsakids.com/dungeons-and-dragons-groups

Games and Gaming

Bored Game Afternoon

Thursdays, June 4, 11, 25, July 2, 9, 23, 30 ● 3:30-5 p.m.
Maxwell Park Library

Join us for card and board games and beat the boredom! For teens.

Switch and Chill

Saturdays, June 6, 13, 20, 27, July 11, 18, 25 ● 1-4 p.m.
Skiatook Library

Kick back and chill in the teen area. Play on the Switch, grab a board game and hang out with friends. For teens and tweens.

Teen Time: Gaming

June 8, 4-5 p.m.
Charles Page Library

Play a video game on our Switch or just hang out. For teens and tweens.

The Checkmate Challengers: Youth Chess Club

Thursdays, June 11, 25, July 23 ● 3-4 p.m.
Collinsville Library

Join fellow chess enthusiasts for friendly competition. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced player, everyone is encouraged to participate, learn and have fun. Boards are limited, so bringing your own chess set is highly recommended. Registration is encouraged. Register at www.tulsalibrary.org/events or call 918-549-7323. For teens and tweens.

Teen Lounge: Games, Crafts and Snacks

June 18, July 16, 4-5:30 p.m.
Collinsville Library

Join for video and board games, crafts and snacks. All supplies are provided. For teens and tweens.

Third Thursday Arcade

Thursday, June 18, July 16 ● 3:30-5:30 p.m.
Maxwell Park Library

Play games on the library’s Nintendo Switch and Xbox. Space is limited to four players per game on the Switch and two per game on the Xbox, so taking turns is a must. For tweens and teens.

Game Lounge

Thursday, June 18 ● 5-6:30 p.m.
Hardesty Regional Library, Digital Lounge

Discover a relaxed space where you can connect with friends, play exhilarating video games and unleash your creativity in a welcoming environment. For teens and tweens.

Coding With Scratch

Monday, June 22 ● 2-3 p.m.
Hardesty Regional Library, Computer Lab

Interested in coding? Learn about Scratch, an online coding language designed for children and teens. Registration is required. Register at www.tulsalibrary.org/events or call 918-549-7323. For teens and tweens.

Dino Trivia

Thursday, June 25 ● 3-4 p.m.
Broken Arrow Library

Brush off your dinosaur knowledge and go toe-to-toe with other dinosaur experts. For ages 11-17.

Other Social and Leadership Groups

Coffee House at Youth Services of Tulsa

Saturdays, 7-11 p.m.
Where: Youth Services of Tulsa, 311 S. Madison Ave.

This is a weekly time for middle and high school students to hang out while enjoying fun activities and free QuikTrip beverages. Check their Facebook page for themes or cancellations.

Teen Connection

The last Wednesday of the month, 4:30-6 p.m., does not meet in Dec.
The Arc of Oklahoma, 2516 E. 71st St. Suite A

Social group for middle and high school students (6th-12th grade) with high-functioning autism. Students play board and video games where they can practice positive social skills. For more information, contact us at 918-582-8272 or Sherilyn at SWalton@TheArcOK.org.

Teen Lounge at Central Library

Wednesdays, June 3, 10, 17, 24, July 1, 15, 22, 29 ● 4-6 p.m.
Central Library ● Chapman Room, 300 Civic Center

Kick back and chill with art supplies, video games and plenty of space to study, read or hang out with friends. For teens and tweens.

Teen Lounge at Judy Z. Kishner Library

Thursdays, June 4, 18, 25, July 2, 23, 30, 3:30-5 p.m.
Judy Z. Kishner Library

Hang out with friends, play games, eat snacks, make crafts and more. For teens and tweens.

Teen Night

Thursday, June 4, July 2 ● 5-7 p.m.
Schusterman-Benson Library, 3333 E. 32nd Pl.

Make crafts and play games at this casual monthly teen hangout. Bring your art project, your homework, your friends or just yourself! Snacks provided by the Friends of the Helmerich Library. For ages 13-18.