May 1 – June 1, 2025, 10:30a.m. – 6:00p.m.
Oklahoma Renaissance Festival at the Castle of Muskogee
Step back in time to the 16th century with Queen Elizabeth I of England and over 400 entertainers and artisans as they create the boisterous Village of Castleton at the Oklahoma Renaissance Festival. Held at the Castle of Muskogee, this beloved annual event features a royal court, jousters and jesters, magicians, musicians, and minstrels. Delight your taste buds with wonderful and unique foods or browse through more than 125 handcrafted booths for one-of-a-kind items.
Bring the entire family and enjoy a day in Renaissance England. Journey to an age of sorcerers, knights in shining armor, kings, queens, and maidens fair. When planning your voyage to Castleton, it is important to note, costumes are encouraged. On any festival day, patrons may discover guests dressed as fairies, Renaissance villagers and nobles, Sci-fi characters and even pirates.
There will be living history demonstrations and marvelous live performances, like a life-size game of chess played by characters, a jousting tournament, thrilling acrobatic feats, KnightWings Birds of Prey and more. A children's realm featuring games and hands-on demonstrations provides hours of fun. Kids may visit the Ultimate Maze and take part in the Royal Quest and the Children's Knighting Ceremony. Guests can enjoy a wide variety of food and drink at one of the many merchants stationed throughout the festival grounds. Special evening events include the Masque'd Ball and The Pirate's Feaste.
The Castle of Muskogee, 3400 W Fern Mountain Rd, Muskogee, OK 74401, 918-687-3625, eat0@eau0eav0eaw0,
May 1 – May 11, 2025, 10:00a.m. – 4:00p.m.
Trail of Tears Art Show
Cherokee Springs Plaza, 3377 Cherokee Springs Plaza, Tahlequah, OK 74464, 918-456-7311, eat2@eau2eav2eaw2, www.trailoftearsartshow.com
May 1 – May 16, 2025, 9:30a.m. – 12:30p.m.
Stay Gold Session: Botanical Illustrations
Philbrooke Museum of Art, 2727 S. Rockford Road, Tulsa, OK 74114 (918)-748-5320, www.philbrook.org
May 1– May 29, 2025, every Thursday, 4:00p.m. – 8:00p.m.
Riverwalk Spring Market
300 Riverwalk Terrace, Jenks, OK 74037, 918-518-6675, eat4@eau4eav4eaw4, www.jenksriverwalk.com
May 1 – May 29, 2025, every Thursday
Bands & Blooms
Tulsa Botanic Gardens, 3900 Tulsa Botanic Drive, Tulsa, OK 74127, 918.289.0330, www.tulsabotanic.org/contact
May 1 – September 1, 2025, 8:00a.m. – 5:00p.m.
Summer Internship Program at Shepherd’s Cross
Shepherd’s Cross, 16792 E 450 Road, Claremore, OK 74017, www.visitclaremore.com/events/summer-internship-program-at-shepherds-cross
May 1 – September 21, 2025
Florigami in the Garden
Tulsa Botanic Garden, 3900 Tulsa Botanic Dr, Tulsa, OK 74127, 918-289-0330, eat6@eau6eav6eaw6, www.tulsabotanic.org/event/opening-day-of-florigami-in-the-garden
May 9 & 16, 2025, 9:30a.m. – 12:30p.m.
Stay Gold Session: Botanical Illustrations
Learn the art of botanical illustration rooted in refined drawing techniques and color studies. Your instructor will share key elements of this artform and guide you through self-selected subjects to illustrate using colored pencils on archival paper. Participants will complete 3-4 finished illustrations.
Philbrook Museum of Art, 2727 S. Rockford Avenue, Tulsa, OK 74114, (918)-748-5320, www.philbrook.org
May 13, 20 & 27, 2025 every Tuesday, 6:30p.m – 7:30p.m.
Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance Support Group
DBSA Oklahoma has a support group at the Brookside Library, 1207 E. 45th Pl., Tulsa every Tuesday evening from 6:30pm-7:30pm. If you or anyone you know struggle with any kind of mood disorder, we are here for support. We look forward to seeing you!
Brookside Library, 1207 E. 45th Place, Tulsa, OK 74105, Josh Turzanski, (405)-937-6070, eat8@eau8eav8eaw8
May 8, 2025, 6:00p.m. – 9:00p.m.
Director’s BBQ
Join Interim Director Megan Nesbit for barbecue, beer, and live music at our outdoor annual celebration in the Garden. RSVP to 918-748-5320 or eat10@eau10eav10eaw10.
Philbrook Museum of Art, 2727 S. Rockford Road, Tulsa, OK 74114, 918-749-7941, www.philbrook.org
May 8, 2025, 6:00p.m. – 8:00p.m.
Market on Main
903 W Main Street, Collinsville, OK 74021, 918-371-4703, www.collinsvillechamber.org/events
May 8, 2025 – May 29, 2025,every Thursday, 4:00p.m. – 8:00p.m.
Riverwalk Spring Market
300 Riverwalk Terrace, Jenks, OK 74037, 918-518-6675. eat4@eau4eav4eaw4, www.jenksriverwalk.com
May 9th, 2025, 10:00a.m. – 4:00p.m.
Heart & Soil 74th Annual Garden Tour
74th Annual Garden Tour presents private gardens in full spring splendor, benefiting local and global gardening education.
Tulsa Garden Club, 918-625-1161, eat14@eau14eav14eaw14, www.tulsagardenclub.org
May 9, 2025, 6:00p.m. – 9:00p.m.
Art Crawl on 66
Various Locations, Tulsa, OK 74103, 918-445-4457, eat16@eau16eav16eaw16, www.route66mainstreet.com/events
May 9 – May 11, 2025
Tulsa International Mayfest
Experience an outdoor tribute to the arts and music at the annual Tulsa International Mayfest. This family-oriented event in downtown Tulsa is nationally renowned for presenting the very best in arts and entertainment. Mayfest attracts hundreds of thousands of people annually with an array of arts, including dance, music, and visual arts. Always a major highlights of spring, Mayfest also includes multiple performance stages and great festival food.
101 E Archer St, Tulsa, OK 74103, 918-960-4898, eat18@eau18eav18eaw18, www.tulsamayfest.org
May 9 – May 10, 2025
7th Annual Backyard Passalong Plant Sale
Hours: Friday, 1:00p.m. – 4:00p.m., Saturday, 9:00a.m. – 12:00p.m.
1038 E 133rd Street, Glenpool, OK 74033, www.facebook.com/gordonsgardenwaystation
May 10, 2025, 6:00p.m. – 9:00p.m.
The Dinner Detective Comedy Mystery Dinner Show
Hilton Garden Inn Tulsa Broken Arrow, 420 W Albany St, Broken Arrow, OK 74012, Jason Siebold, (866)-496-0535, eat20@eau20eav20eaw20, www.eventvesta.com/events/97637/t/tickets
May 10, 2025, 12:00p.m. – 5:00p.m.
Indian Taco Fundraiser
Having a fundraiser to support child abuse victims by selling Indian Tacos and Dessert Tacos.
Firestone of Sand Springs, 215 East Broadway, Sand Springs, OK 74063, Destiny Easley, 405-926-5122, eat22@eau22eav22eaw22
May 10, 2025, 10:00a.m. – 4:00p.m.
Mom’s Day Out Pop-Up Event
Join us for a free Mom’s day out event! Free swag bags to the first 10 moms, 25% off candle making, DIY Paint a Pot, door prizes every hour (must be present to win), pop-up vendors, and more!
125 S. Broadway, Coweta, OK 74429
May 10, 2025, 10:00a.m. – 4:00p.m
Tulsa Garden Tour
For seven decades, the Tulsa Garden Club has been giving exclusive peeks to some of the most beautiful gardens in the city through their annual Tulsa Garden Tour. The "Heart & Soil" tour offers four unique gardens located throughout midtown. Visitors can purchase a ticket to embark on the self-guided tour and for the chance to win a selection of gardening prizes.
The breathtaking outdoor gardens and interior spaces on display for the event allow visitors to experience luxe spaces that are normally private. Each garden stop showcases horticulture and herbs, native plantings for pollinators, and creative hardscaping, lighting, and unique designs for Green Country living. Enjoy beautiful spring weather and get inspired at the exciting Tulsa Garden Tour tradition.
Midtown Tulsa, Tulsa, OK 74114, 918-625-1161, eat24@eau24eav24eaw24, www.tulsagardenclub.org/garden-tour
May 10, 2025, 9:00a.m. – 4:00p.m.
Petunia Fest
Join us as downtown Sapulpa blooms with beautiful pink petunias! This event caters to the entire family. It will be a beautiful day to spend in outdoor Sapulpa!
Herald Square, 16 S. Park Street, Sapulpa, OK 74066, 918-224-0170, www.sapulpachamber.com/events
May 10, 2025 1:00p.m. – 4:00p.m.
Spin-n-Knit-In
Shepherd’s Cross, 16792 East 450 Road, Claremore, OK 74017, Diane Dickinson, (918)-342-5911, eat26@eau26eav26eaw26, www.shepherdscross.com/spin-n-knit-in
May 10 – May 11, 2025, 10:00a.m. – 4:00p.m.
Tulsa Oddities & Curiosities Expo
Tulsa Expo Square, 4145 E 21st St, Tulsa, OK 74114, 918-744-1113, eat28@eau28eav28eaw28, www.odditiesandcuriositiesexpo.com
May 11, 2025, 9:00a.m. – 5:00p.m.
Happy Mother’s Day
Celebrating all moms! Mothers receive free general admission on Mother’s Day and consider joining us for Music on Exhibit!
Philbrook Museum of Art, 2727 S. Rockford Road, Tulsa, OK 74114, 918-749-7941, www.philbrook.org
May 12 -May 13, 2025
Rooster Days Rodeo
The Rooster Days Rodeo is an annual event coinciding with the Rooster Days Festival in downtown Broken Arrow. Come out for bareback bronc, calf roping, steer wrestling, bull riding, team roping, ladies breakaway roping, calf scramble, and both open and junior barrel racing. Watch some of the state's finest ropers and riders compete for money and prizes at this thrilling annual Western event.
Round-Up Club Arena, 10505 S 241st E Ave, Broken Arrow, OK 74014, 918-519-5729, eat30@eau30eav30eaw30, www.rodeoticket.com/rooster-days-rodeo-by-broken-arrow-round-up-club/rodeo-information
May 15 – May 18, 2025
Rooster Days Festival
Make your way to the annual Rooster Days Festival in Broken Arrow, one of the oldest continually running festivals in Oklahoma, for a large carnival, a parade, live entertainment and more. Visitors to this fun festival will also enjoy a children's area and 20,000 square feet of arts and crafts. Rooster Days has something for everyone including twirling amusement rides. Enjoy live music throughout Rooster Days Festival, and check out the on-site food vendors for a corn dog, fried ice cream, cotton candy and more tasty treats. Enjoy live music in the entertainment pavilion and the opening of the Rooster Days market and carnival rides on Thursday and Friday. On Saturday morning, the streets of downtown Broken Arrow will flood with spectators of all ages waiting for the parade. Kids will line the streets with goody bags ready to gather candy and celebrate this annual Rooster Days tradition. Hours: Thursday: 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm; Friday: 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm; Saturday: 10:00 am - 11:00 pm; Sunday: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm.
Central Park, 1500 S Main Street, Broken Arrow, OK 74012, 918-251-1518, eat32@eau32eav32eaw32,
May 15 – May 17, 2025, 9:00a.m.
Black Wall Street Motorcycle Rally
Get ready to ride through one of Oklahoma's most historic districts during the Black Wall Street Motorcycle Rally. This three-day extravaganza will be packed with fun and family-friendly events for motorcycle enthusiasts. Enjoy an array of vendors, live music and motorcycle rides and showcases. The event continues into the evenings with more live music and fun. Don't miss your chance to be a part of this special event in Tulsa's Greenwood District this May.
Greenwood District, 100 S Greenwood, Tulsa, OK 74120, 918-743-4440, eat34@eau34eav34eaw34, www.blackwallstreetrally.com
May 15 – May 17, 2025
Bixby BBQ 'n Blues Festival
Bring the whole family for this weekend of food and fun in Bixby. Hours: Thursday: 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm; Friday: 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm; Saturday: 9:00 am - 10:30 pm.
Washington Irving Memorial Park & Arboretum, 137th & S Memorial, Bixby, OK 74008, 918-549-8065, eat36@eau36eav36eaw36,
May 15, 2025
Third Thursday in the Park
On the Third Thursday of the month throughout Spring and Summer, you will find Skiatook’s Central Park buzzing with Food Trucks, Vendors, Live Music, and people coming together as a Community. All of that, along with the Splash Pad and Walking Trails that the park has to offer. Stop by, Shop from our local businesses, Taste the flavors of the food trucks and Enjoy this FREE event.
Skiatook Central Park, Corner of Hwy. 20 & S. Locust Street, Skiatook, OK 74070, www.skiatookchamber.com/events
May 17, 2025, 10:00a.m. – 5:00p.m.
Time Travelers Vintage Expo
Tulsa Expo Square, 4145 E 21st St, Tulsa, OK 74103, 918-744-1113, eat38@eau38eav38eaw38, www.timetravelersexpo.com
May 17, 2025, 12:00p.m. – 4:00p.m.
Pioneer Day
Join us for this traditional community event featuring a variety of chicken from Broken Arrow's finest restaurants competing for the King Cluck Award for Broken Arrows Best Fried Chicken! Chicken dinner, pie auction, live music, trivia and more! Join us for the 89th Annual Pioneer Dinner benefiting the Museum Broken Arrow.
BA Seniors Annex, 1811 S. Main Street, Broken Arrow, OK 74012, 918.258.2616
May 17, 2025, 9:00a.m. – 5:00p.m.
Girls Day Out
Enjoy a day of shopping, socializing and fun at Girls Day Out. At this event, the Central Park Hall at the Tulsa Expo Square will be full of vendors selling everything from handmade jewelry to home decor. Refresh your wardrobe with the newest styles and enjoy a day in Tulsa with your friends. Don't miss out on all the fun during this unique shopping spree.
Tulsa Expo Square, 4145 E. 21st Street, Tulsa, OK 74114, eat40@eau40eav40eaw40, www.revolve-productions.com/upcoming-events
May 17, 2025, 7:30a.m.
Rooster Days Run
Save the date for the Rooster Days Run in Veterans Park on Main St in Broken Arrow. Held prior to the city’s annual Rooster Days festival, this fun event is a great way to start the morning on the right foot. Sign up for the 5K or fun run, or join the crowd cheering runners as they cross the finish line.
1111 S Main St, Broken Arrow, OK 74012, 918-251-1518, eat32@eau32eav32eaw32, www.roosterdays.com/festival-events
May 17, 2025, 10:00a.m.
Old Fashioned Picnic
The"Old Fashioned Picnic", sponsored by the Pocohontas Club, will be held at a new location, Will Roger's Stampede Park this May! It is a tradition, carried forward since the inception of the Pocahontas Club, which was founded in 1899. There will be cultural games and contests, traditional hog fry, live music, and good old fashioned family fun. Open to the Public. Gates open at 10 AM.
Will Rogers Stampede Park, 13601 E 480 Road, Claremore, OK 74017, www.indianwpc.org/events
May 17, 2025
Movie Night in the Park: Twisters
Redbud Festival Park, 109 North Main Street, Owasso, Oklahoma 74055, www.facebook.com/RedbudFestivalPark
May 22 – May 26, 2025, 10:00a.m. – 6:00p.m.
The 53rd Annual Avenue of Flags Celebration
Join us for Floral Haven’s 53rd Annual Memorial Day Weekend as we honor our nation’s veterans and celebrate the 53rd anniversary of the Avenue of Flags. This meaningful weekend is a time to remember, pay tribute, and come together in shared gratitude.
ANNUAL FLORAL HAVEN MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND SCHEDULE
Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Volunteers from American Legion Post #308 place small flags on Veterans' grave sites throughout cemetery. (If your loved one’s grave was missed by these Veteran Volunteers, please stop by the office or an information tent to obtain a flag)
Friday, May 23, 2025 at 9:00 AM
The Raising of the Avenue of Flags at Floral Haven
The 4,395 Casket Flags of Veterans donated in years past will be raised by Cadets from the area Public Schools JROTC Programs, Family Members, and Floral Haven Staff.
Saturday, May 24, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Memorial Day Weekend Observance Program and the Raising of the Newly Donated Veterans’ Flags
Everyone is welcome for this program and ceremony. Please, consult the next pages for details about this special program. The ceremony will conclude with the family members of those Veterans whose Casket Flags have been donated in the last year raising them for the first time on the grounds, assisted by JROTC Cadets.
Saturday, May 24 – Monday, 26, 2025
Collection of Items for Freedom Boxes for our Troops Serving in the War Zones – Funeral Home and Information Tents
The Broken Arrow Blue Star Mothers Chapter 5 are sponsoring a collection for Freedom Boxes, which are sent to our military troops overseas. You will find a list of the needed items in the program.
Saturday, May 24 – Monday, 26, 2025
The Changing of the Guard at The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
Youth On Guard will reenact the "Changing of the Guard" at the replica of the Tomb of the Unknowns west of Floral Haven Funeral Home. They will be performing this solemn ceremony 24 hours a day (every half hour during the daytime and every hour at night) beginning at 1:00 PM Saturday. Many of these Cadets have undergone special training with the Honor Guard at Arlington National Cemetery.
Saturday, May 24 – Monday, 26, 2025
Reading of the Honor Roll
Saturday at 1:00 PM and 4:00 PM and Sunday and Monday at 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM, and 4:00 PM the names of all of the Veterans buried at Floral Haven during this past year will be read over the Veterans Field Carillon Tower.
Monday, May 26, 2025 3:00 PM
National Moment of Remembrance
The White House Commission on Remembrance, an independent, bipartisan executive branch agency, asks that everyone in the United States observe one minute of silence at 3:00 PM on Memorial Day. This is in remembrance and tribute to those who have fallen, those who have served, those who are still serving and their families.
Monday, May 26, 2025 at 5:00 PM
The Retiring of the Colors
Members of the Indian Nations Council of the Boy Scouts of America will retire the Garrison Flag and the other Flags surrounding the Veterans Field of Honor with their own special ceremonies. The Scouts will then retire all the Flags in the Floral Haven Avenue of Flags for another year. You are cordially invited to attend this final ceremony of Memorial Day Weekend.
Floral Haven Funeral Home, 6500 S. 129th East Avenue, Broken Arrow, OK 74012, www.floralhaven.com/about-us/news-and-events/event-detail/59604-53rd-annual-memorial-day-weekend
May 22, 2025
Boots on the Boulevard
Boots on the Boulevard is the kickoff for the 79th Will Rogers Stampede PRCA Rodeo! Located in Downtown Claremore, there will be fun rodeo themed activities for the whole family as well as food trucks. The Downtown area will be shutdown to traffic to fully utilize the space and accommodate all the fun happenings! Live music by The Bison Band with street dancing; it’s a great way to celebrate our rodeo tradition! Put on your boots – or your walking shoes – and join us for this event. Boots on the Boulevard starts at 6pm and goes until 9pm and is a free event (except for food, drinks and all the shopping you want to do!).
Downtown Claremore, 422 W Will Rogers Blvd, Claremore, OK 74017, www.visitclaremore.com/events/boots-on-the-boulevard-2
May 23 – May 25, 2025
79th Will Rogers Stampede PRCA Rodeo
Will Rogers Stampede PRCA Rodeo is a fun time for the whole family ; from Mutton Bustin’ to Bull Riding there is something for everyone to enjoy! Gates open at 6pm May 23-25 with kick off at 7pm nightly. Enjoy Mutton Bustin’ and Calf Scramble, both for the younger cowboys and cowgirls, starting at 7. PRCA performances start at 8pm nightly. Concessions and beverages on site with numerous vendors offering handmade items of western ware and decor.
Parking is located at Lantow Stadium at Claremore High School, with complimentary shuttles to and from Stampede Park. Shuttles start at 5:30pm nightly, and last trip from Stampede Park to the stadium will be 10:15pm.
Stampede Park, 13601 E. 480 Rd., Claremore, OK 74017, www.visitclaremore.com/events/76th-will-rogers-stampede-prca-rodeo
May 24 – May 25, 2025, 6:00p.m. – 10:00p.m.
Will Rogers Stampede PRCA Rodeo
Make your way to Claremore for all the excitement of the annual Will Rogers Stampede PRCA Rodeo. Rodeo events include bull riding, barrel racing, team roping, mutton bustin' for the kids, rodeo clowns and a dance following the nightly performance. See area cowboys compete in steer wrestling, bareback riding, saddle bronc riding and more. Vendors will be on-site to sell Western wear and goods to the crowds. Pick up a cowboy hat and secure a spot in the stands for the Will Rogers Stampede PRCA Rodeo, an action-packed event you won't want to miss. Rodeo queens will also be on hand to lead the opening ceremonies.
Will Rogers Stampede Arena, 13653 East 480 Rd, Claremore, OK 74017, 918-740-8601, eat44@eau44eav44eaw44, www.willrogersstampede.com
May 24, 2025, 4:00p.m.– 7:00p.m
2025 Tulsa Whiskey Fest
WOMPA, 3306 Charles Page Boulevard, Tulsa, OK 74127, www.wompatulsa.com
May 24, 2025
Oologah Pioneer Day Celebration 2025
Please join in the fun downtown Oologah for our 35th annual Oologah Pioneer Day celebration on May 24, 2025. We have loads of fun for you this year including: Parade, vendors, food trucks, all day live entertainment, line dancing, street dance and so many more fun details we will update you with soon!
It is always a great time and we cannot wait to see you there!
We are pleased to announce our LOCAL talent to the stage with headliner: Boston James, Legacy Lowenberg, Malachi Buchanan, Ace & Jett Bogart, & Hollyn Jansen! We are proud of the these young locals and we look forward to highlighting their skills! Come on out for a busy day full of vendors, food trucks, car show, art, quilts, games, parade, and so much more!
Downtown Oologah, Oologah, OK 74053, www.facebook.com/people/Oologah-Area-Chamber-of-Commerce
May 25, 2025, 9:00a.m.
Thank You, Veterans
Join us the Sunday before Memorial Day for a day of reflection as you explore the galleries. Veterans receive free general admission this day as a gesture of our appreciation.
Philbrook Museum of Art, 2727 S. Rockford Road, Tulsa, OK 74114, 918-749-7941, www.philbrook.org
May 26, 2025
A Day of Remembrance: Memorial Day 2025
Come join our post for our 4th Annual Day of Remembrance: Memorial Day, which will be held at the Glenpool Veterans Memorial starting promptly at 11am.
Understandably, many families utilize this time to go to the lake, cookout and generally take advantage of the day off work. We ask that you take some time out of your day and remember those whose lives were lost while serving their country.
VFW Post 9126, 46 W 145th Street, Glenpool, Ok 74033, www.vfw9126.org
May 30, 2025, 6:30p.m. – 9:00p.m.
Movie Night at the Museum: The Sandlot
Movie Night at the Museum will be on Friday, May 30th! This month’s feature will be “The Sandlot” Doors will open at 6:30 pm with the movie starting at 7:00 pm.
Will Rogers Memorial Museum, 1720 West Will Rogers Boulevard, Claremore, OK 74017, www.willrogers.com
May 30– June 1, 2025
Sunfest
Hours: Friday: 3:00 pm - 9:30 pm; Saturday: 10:00 am - 9:30 pm; Sunday: 11:00 am - 5:00 pm.
Sooner Park, 420 SE Madison Blvd, Bartlesville, OK 74003, 918-331-0456, eat46@eau46eav46eaw46, www.bartlesvillesunfest.org
May 31, 2025, 8:00p.m.
Arrival from Sweden: The Music of ABBA
Mabee Center, 7777 South Lewis Avenue, Tulsa, Ok 74171, (918)-495-6000, eat48@eau48eav48eaw48, www.mabeecenter.com/
May 31, 2025
Black Wall Street Legacy Festival
Legacy Festival is a series of free events and programs in May commemorating the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre. Led by survivors and descendants, the festival spreads truth, inspires hope, and extends tradition.
100 N. Greenwood Avenue, Tulsa, OK 74103, Bill White, 918-964-3021, eat50@eau50eav50eaw50
May 31, 2025, 11:00a.m.
Jenks America Food Truck Festival
1030 W Main Street, Jenks, Ok 74037, www.jenkschamber.com
