There are so many ways to get into the spirit of the holidays, we picked some of our favorite festive events throughout the city and region to ring in the holiday season.
All events free unless otherwise stated.
Nov. 7
Straight No Chaser
- 7:30 p.m. | $59.50-$89.50 | Tulsa Performing Arts Center, 110 E. Second St. | tulsapac.com
- Be entertained by the male a cappella group with holiday classics and more.
Nov. 11
Doctor Junior’s Friendsgiving II
- 8 p.m. | $15-$20 | The Vanguard, 222 N. Main St. | thevanguardtulsa.com
- Be surrounded by friends as groovy music engulfs you.
Nov. 12
Second Sunday Arts and Eats Market
- 9 a.m.-noon | Whittier Square, 1 S. Lewis Ave. | tulsafarmersmarket.org
- Shop local purveyors or art, jewelry, decor and more.
Nov. 16
Christmas in BA Kick-Off
- 6:30-9 p.m. | Rose District Plaza, 418 S. Main St., Broken Arrow | brokenarrowok.gov
- See the tree and lights turn on along Main while listening to live music from Grady Nichols and his band, shopping, ice skating and more.
Nov. 16
Lights On! Jenks
- 5-8 p.m. | Jenks Main Street| jenkschamber.com
- Hosted by KOTV meteorologist Travis Meyer, watch the lights illuminate along historic Main Street as well as other fun festival activities.
Nov. 16-Dec. 31
Route 66 Christmas Chute
- 5 p.m. | Downtown Sapulpa | route66christmaschute.com
- As you stroll down historic Route 66, enjoy an 800-foot-long canopy decked for the season.
Nov. 17
Lights On Bixby
- 5-9 p.m. | Charley Young Event Park, 50 W. Dawes Ave., Bixby. | bixbychamber.com
- Watch the Christmas lights turn on to illuminate the streets and buildings as a kick-off to the holiday season.
Nov. 20–Dec. 9
Bixby’s Winter Wonderland
- Nightly | Charley Young Event Park, 50 W. Dawes Ave., Bixby. | bixbychamber.com
- Enjoy the fourth annual event that brings the community into the spirit of Christmas.
Nov. 22–Jan. 1, 2024
Rhema Lights
- 6 p.m. | Rhema Bible Church, 1025 W. Kenosha St., Broken Arrow | rhemalights.org
- Enjoy the Christmas lights with synchronized musical trees and dancing snowflakes, plus the ultimate photo backdrop: the park bridge.
Nov. 23
Festival of the Trees Lighting Ceremony
- 5 p.m. | Bixby Historical Society, 24 E. McKennon Ave., Bixby | bixbychamber.com
- Watch as 120 tree displays are synchronized to music, and stroll along to view other must-see attractions.
Nov. 23
Lights On! at Utica Square
- 6:30 p.m. | Utica Square Shopping Center, 21st Street and Utica Avenue | uticasquare.com
- Celebrate the holiday season by counting down the beaming lights, while enjoying Christmas carols and taking photos in the gardens.
Nov. 24–Jan. 2
Arvest Winterfest
- Times and prices vary. | BOK Center, 200 S. Denver Ave. | tulsawinterfest.com
- Indulge in the magical holiday spirit with Arvest Winterfest by taking in the holiday lights and outdoor ice skating.
Nov. 24-Dec. 30
Botanic Garden of Lights
- Times and prices vary. | Tulsa Botanic Garden, 3900 Tulsa Botanic Drive | tulsabotanic.org
- Enjoy the lights and holiday activities throughout the garden.
Nov. 25-26, Dec. 2-3
ChristmasTree Lot
- 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday; noon-4 p.m. Sunday | Cascia Hall Preparatory School, 25th Street and Utica Avenue | casciahall.com
- Bring your family or friends with you to pick out the best Christmas tree.
Nov. 24-25; Dec. 1-2, 8-9, 14-16, 20-23 and 27-30
Philbrook Festival
- 5:30-9:30 p.m. | Prices vary. | Philbrook Museum, 2727 S. Rockford Road | philbrook.org/festival
- Enjoy holiday lights, music, and fun indoor and outdoor experiences.
Nov. 24
Turkey Trot 5K
- 8:30 a.m. | $35-$45 | BOK Center, 200 S. Denver Ave. | fleetfeettulsa.com
- A Black Friday tradition. After the race enjoy the downtown Tulsa Winterfest celebration.
Nov. 25
Lights on Owasso
- 6-7:30 p.m. | Redbud Festival Park, 109 N. Main St. | cityofowasso.com
- The Redbud District becomes aglow with lights.
Nov. 25
Lights on the Train
- 6 p.m. | Route 66 Village, 3770 Southwest Blvd. | route66village.com
- The holiday season is here and embrace it with Christmas lights on the train, Red Fork Depot and Cottage Gas Station.
Nov. 25
Small Business Saturday in Kendall Whittier
- 8 a.m.–5 p.m. | Kendall Whittier, Admiral Boulevard and Lewis Avenue | visitkendallwhittier.com
- Pick out something for yourself or for a person’s gift by shopping small at these participating retailers.
Nov. 29
Cirque Dreams Holidaze
- 7:30 p.m. | $33-$103 | BOK Center, 200 S Denver Ave. | bokcenter.com
- See holiday storybook characters come alive with original musical scores, twists on holiday classics, sets and more.
Nov. 30
Tree Lighting Ceremony
- 6-8 p.m. | German American Society of Tulsa, 2301 E. 15th St. | gastulsa.org
- This is a pre-event to Christkindlmarkt. Enjoy the outdoor Tree Lighting along with hot chocolate and cider, music and carols.
Nov. 30, Dec. 1-3, 7-10
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever
- Times vary. | Clark Youth Theater at Henthorne Park, 4825 S. Quaker Ave. | clarkyouththeatre.com
- Don’t miss this theatrical tradition of six misfit children teaching their town the true meaning of Christmas through a Sunday school Christmas pageant.
Dec. 1
Glow on the Green
- 6-9 p.m. | Guthrie Green, 111 E. Reconciliation Way. | guthriegreen.com
- On First Friday, stroll through a market before the lights are turned on at 8 p.m. Lights will remain lit through the first week of January.
Dec. 1
Sand Springs Christmas Parade
- 7 p.m. | Downtown Sand Springs | sandspringschamber.org
- It’s a “Peanuts” themed parade this year in Tulsa’s neighbor to the west.
Dec. 1-25
Winter Events at Gathering Place
- Times vary. | Gathering Place, 2650 S. John Williams Way | gatheringplace.org
- Each day the public park will host free activities from bird watching and craft making to holiday happy hours, visits with Santa, as well as celebrations of Hanukkah and Kwanzaa.
Dec. 1
Tulsa Symphony presents “How the Grinch Stole Christmas”
- 7:30 p.m. | $24.50-$74.50 | Tulsa PAC | tulsapac.com
- Watch the film as the orchestra performs the film’s score live.
Dec. 1-3
ChristkindlmarkT
- 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Friday; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday; 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday | German American Society of Tulsa, 2301 E 15th St. | gastulsa.org
- Inspired by the German Christmas markets, peruse and purchase from 24 local vendors and artisans while nibbling on Bavarian fare.
Dec. 2
A Drag Queen Christmas
- 7 p.m. | $35-$249 | Tulsa Theater, 105 W. Reconciliation Way | tulsatheater.com
- Be entertained by the live performances of your favorite queens.
Dec. 2
Civitans Christmas Parade
- 10-11:30 a.m. | Rose District Plaza, 418 S. Main St., Broken Arrow | brokenarrowok.gov
- Brighten the morning with floats, bands, clowns and more at this annual downtown parade.
Dec. 2
The Great Philbrook Gift Swap
- 1-4 p.m. | Prices vary. | Philbrook Museum, 2727 S. Rockford Road | philbrook.org
- Open to all ages, bring a gift to swap with someone else and stay around to capture the memories shared.
Dec. 2
Holiday Mart Member Art Sale
- 9 a.m.-1 p.m. | The Center, 815 S. Utica Ave. | tulsacenter.org
- Get into the holiday spirit by shopping for artwork including paintings, ceramics, pottery and more.
Dec. 2
Jingle Bell Run
- 10 a.m. | River West Festival Park, 2100 S. Jackson Ave. | jbr.org/tulsa
- Wear holiday attire with family or friends while running or walking in this charity race.
Dec. 2
Yuletide Market
- 8:30 a.m.-noon | Whittier Square, 1 S. Lewis Ave. | tulsafarmersmarket.org
- Shop locally for holiday gifts with vendors, artists and crafters.
Dec. 2, 9
Breakfast with Santa
- Times vary. | $7-$41 | Tulsa Zoo, 6421 E. 36th St. N. | tulsazoo.org
- Enjoy a hot breakfast, arts and crafts, and meet Santa Claus at the zoo.
Dec. 5
71st annual Christmas Luncheon and Fashion Show
- 10 a.m. | $75 | Renaissance Tulsa Hotel and Convention Center, 6808 S. 107th E. Ave. | salarmytulsa.org
- Hosted by the Women’s Auxiliary, watch a live fashion show during lunch and participate in a silent auction.
Dec. 5
Grady Nichols Christmas Show
- 7:30 p.m. | $25-$55 | Mabee Center, 7777 S. Lewis Ave. | mabeecenter.com
- Get in the holiday spirit by hearing upbeat, funky, original and familiar Christmas favorites played by Nichols and friends.
Dec. 6
Brown Bag it: Tulsa Festival Ringers
- 11:30 a.m. and 12:45 p.m. | Free, reservation suggested. | Tulsa PAC, 110 E. Second St. | tulsapac.com
- Be immersed into the holiday season with handbell ringing.
Dec. 7
First Night Hanukkah Lighting
- 5-6 p.m. | Temple Israel, 2004 E. 22nd Place | templetulsa.com
- Enjoy some doughnuts, hot cocoa and songs while watching a giant menorah illuminate.
Dec. 8-23
A Christmas Carol
- Times vary. | $25-$45 | Tulsa PAC, 110 E. Second St. | americantheatrecompany.org
- For more than 46 years, this Tulsa tradition recounts the timeless tale of hope and redemption.
Dec. 8-10
Hometown Holiday Happenings
- Times vary. | $12-$15 | Broken Arrow Community Playhouse, 1800 S. Main St., Broken Arrow | bacptheatre.com
- A variety show featuring local groups and acts performing skits from many seasonal traditions.
Dec. 8-10, 15-17
An Enchanted Bookshop Christmas
- 7 p.m., Friday; 2 p.m., Saturday and Sunday | $10-$15 | Tulsa Spotlight Theater, 1381 Riverside Drive | tulsaspotlighttheater.com
- It’s four days before Christmas as characters are reminded the best gifts don’t come wrapped in pretty paper and bows.
Dec. 9
Owasso Christmas Parade
- 9 a.m. | Smith Farm Marketplace, 9002 N. 121st E. Ave. | cityofowasso.com
- With the theme Christmas Carols on Parade, watch floats, bands and more in this annual morning parade.
Dec. 9
Tulsa Christmas Parade
- 11 a.m. | Starts at East Sixth Street and South Cincinnati Avenue. | tulsachristmasparade.org
- The annual holiday event features dozens of floats weaving through downtown. Strawberry Shortcake illustrator Muriel Fahrion will serve as grand marshal.
Dec. 9
Bixby Christmas Parade
- 6-8 p.m. | Charley Young Event Park, 50 W. Dawes Ave. | bixbychamber.com
- Bring the whole family to enjoy this event before the Buy Bixby Grand Finale.
Dec. 9
JD McPherson – SOCKS: A Rock N’ Roll Christmas Tour
- 7:30 p.m. | $26-$52 | Cain’s Ballroom, 423 N. Main St. | cainsballroom.com
- Hear live renditions of songs from McPherson’s 2018 Christmas album.
Dec. 9-10, 15-17, 21-23
The Nutcracker
- Times vary. | $35-$125 | Tulsa PAC, 110 E. Second St. | tulsaballet.org
- A holiday classic set in 19th century Germany where a young girl has a magical journey on Christmas Eve.
Dec. 9
Rudolph Run 5K
- 8:30 a.m. | $35-$45 | Fleet Feet, 303 S. Main St., Broken Arrow | fleetfeettulsa.com
- Enjoy a run or walk with family or friends and post-race hot chocolate.
Dec. 10
44th annual ABATE of Tulsa Toy Run
- 10 a.m., departure starts at 2 p.m. | Must have an unwrapped toy to be able to ride/admission. | Expo Square, 4145 E. 21st St. | abateoftulsa.com
- Benefiting Toys for Tots, thousands of motorcyclists ride through town to bring joy to children in northeastern Oklahoma.
Dec. 10
Marie Osmond: An Orchestral Christmas
- 8 p.m. | $39-$59 | Osage Casino Tulsa Skyline Event Center, 951 W. 36th St. | osagecasino.com
- Marie Osmond’s voice will mesmerize you as she belts out her classic hits and other holiday classics.
Dec. 15
David Phelps Christmas
- 7:30 p.m. | $30-$60 | Broken Arrow Performing Arts Center, 701 S. Main St., Broken Arrow | brokenarrowpac.com
- The Dove Award winner is a favorite of the holiday circuit.
Dec. 15
Trans-Siberian Orchestra: The Ghosts of Christmas Eve
- 7:30 p.m. | $43-$113 | 75 BOK Center, 200 S. Denver Ave. | bokcenter.com
- This rock group plans to take holiday traditions to a whole new level.
Dec. 15-16
Christmas in Tulsa
- 7:30 p.m. | $39-$79 | VanTrease Performing Arts Center for Education, 10300 E. 81 St. | signaturesymphony.org
- Emerge into the holiday season with a concert that delivers timeless holiday favorites that family and friends will enjoy.
Dec. 16
Sapulpa Christmas Parade of Lights
- 6-9 p.m. | Begins at Main Street and Taft Avenue, Sapulpa | sapulpachamber.com
- Enjoy this community celebration of twinkling lights for the holiday season.
Dec. 22
Tovar’s Christmas at Cain’s Ballroom
- 6 p.m. | $19.83 | Cain’s Ballroom, 423 N. Main St. | cainsballroom.com
- Tovar and friends celebrate the holiday with at Tulsa’s Timeless Honky Tonk.
Dec. 31
Race into the New Year
- 11 p.m. | Prices vary River West Festival Park, 2100 S. Jackson Ave. | runnersworldtulsa.com
- Put on your onesie and take a walk or run into the new year with friends or family. Enjoy snacks after the race and look to the sky at midnight for fireworks.
Jan. 6-7
Amahl and the Night Visitors
- 2:30 and 7:30 p.m., Jan. 6; 2:30 p.m., Jan. 7 | $15 | Tulsa PAC, 110 E. Second St. | tulsaopera.com
- Performed by Tulsa Youth Opera, enjoy this story about how Amahl offers his gift to the Christ child.