Winter Festivals in Tulsa

From ice skating to hayrides to caroling, don’t miss these fun winter festivals in Tulsa! If you’re looking for more holiday fun, we also have lists of Places to See Santa, Holiday Lights, Holiday Markets and Miscellaneous Festivities.
Bixby’s Winter Wonderland
- When: Lights On is Nov. 22, 5:30 p.m. Open 7 days a week, Monday thru Friday from 5:30-9 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday 2-9 p.m.
- Where: Charley Young Event Park, 50 W. Dawes Ave.
Celebrate the season with ice skating under twinkling lights, cozy up in our charming igloos, and enjoy a variety of fun games for all ages. Whether you’re gliding across the rink or sipping hot cocoa by a fire, there’s something for everyone to enjoy at Downtown Bixby’s sixth annual Winter Wonderland!
Dickens on the Boulevard
- When: Nov. 21-22, 6-9 p.m.
- Where: Claremore Main Street
Kicking off the holiday season, Dickens on the Boulevard is a FREE Victorian themed Christmas event in Downtown Claremore’s Lilac District. Live entertainment, costume contest, period themed dancing, cricket matches, carriage rides, photos with Santa, late-night shopping and more. Fun for the whole family!
Nutcracker Festival
- When: Dec. 5, 12-9 p.m.; Dec. 6, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
- Where: Expo Square, 4145 E. 21st St.
The Nutcracker Festival offers a distinctive and enchanting holiday experience. This annual event will seamlessly integrate a variety of holiday-themed activities, avenues for the acquisition of delectable culinary offerings and confections, live presentations featuring local performing arts groups, as well as a preeminent holiday marketplace. Get tickets at nutcrackerfest.com
Arvest Winterfest presented with Ascension St. John
- When: Nov. 28-Jan. 4
- Where: Outside BOK Center, 200 S. Denver Ave.
Tulsa’s favorite holiday tradition returns as Arvest Winterfest presented with Ascension St. John celebrates its 18th year, November 28–January 4 in downtown Tulsa. Guests can ice skate beneath the skyline, race down the giant ice slide, enjoy Weekends with Santa, and relax in private igloos. Full event details and tickets are available at arvestwinterfest.com.
Philbrook Festival
- When: Select nights, Nov. 28-Jan. 3, 5:30-9:30 p.m.
- Where: Philbrook Museum of Art, 2727 S. Rockford Rd.
Thousands of spectacular lights illuminate the Philbrook Gardens for a festive experience unlike any other. Celebrate the season with hot cocoa, musical light shows, make-and-take art projects, visits with Santa, and more.

Philbrook Festival is one of the can’t-miss winter festivals in Tulsa! Photo by Phil Clarkin, courtesy Philbrook Museum
Botanic Garden of Lights
- When: Nov. 28-30, Dec. 3-7, Dec. 10-14, Dec. 17-23, Dec. 26-28, 5- 9 p.m.
- 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. Make your plans and get your timed-entry tickets now! Popular nights and times sell out quickly.


