Community Calendar of Events

Water Balloon Launching!

July 1, 2022 | 2 - 3 p.m.

Have you ever tried to launch a water balloon and hit a target, or launch a water balloon so that it doesn’t break? Come and try all these and more. You might even get a chance to hit a librarian!

Tulsa Drillers Games and Firework Shows

July 1-2, 2022 | 7:05 p.m. July 3, 2022 | 6:05 p.m.

Fireworks at the Castle

July 1-4, 2022 | 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Large selection of high-quality product for every type of celebration Paved parking lot Indoor air-conditioned shopping Knowledgeable and friendly salespeople Wide variety of Fountains, Reloadables, Novelty items, Sparklers, Roman Candles, and Heavyweights 100+ new items for 2021. Check back- daily updates

Art Crawl on 66

Every Friday | 12 a.m.
July 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29, 2022

Tulsa Route 66 Main Street starting at 1648 Southwest Boulevard and ending at 4377 Southwest Boulevard Experience art up close during the Art Crawl on 66 in Tulsa as artists bring imagination to life at local businesses. On the first Friday of the month from May to October, musicians, performers and visual artists will inspire patrons as they browse businesses and vendor booths. 918-445-4457

Spring & Summer Tours at Shepherd's Cross

July 1-30, 2022 | 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 15-July 30, 2022 | 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. 16792 East 450 Road, Claremore OK 74017 Spring & Summer Field Trips or Road Trips to the Farm Shepherd’s Cross Sheep & Shepherd Tours begin when the lambs are born each spring here at Shepherd’s Cross, an authentic working sheep farm, just north of Claremore OK on Scenic Route 66. Come to the farm and watch as the sheep peacefully graze the pastures, and rest by the still waters. The newborn lambs jump for joy and frolic in the pastures. Sheep & Shepherd Tours: Self-guided Tour - Donation Based Enjoy watching the sheep in the pastures as you stroll the grounds in the visitor areas Virtual Tours: https://www.youtube.com/user/ShepherdsCrossInc/videos Sheep & Shepherding Guided Walking Tour - Donation-based (suggested $5 per person) Drop in or schedule Please Note: Walking Tour is not in the pasture with the sheep, but adjacent to the pasture per Animal Welfare guidelines Sheep & Shepherding Guided Wagon Ride Tour - $7 per person Wagon Ride in pasture with the flock Must be pre-scheduled holds 20 passengers per wagon load; ramp-loading Covered, Sheep Wagon Ride Guided Tour - $10 per person Covered Sheep Wagon Ride in pasture with the flock Must be pre-scheduled holds 10 passengers per wagon load; ladder-loading Springtime also brings blooms in time for Bible Garden Tours. Shepherd’s Cross is home to one of only a handful of Bible Gardens in the U.S.A. Over 100 plants in this garden have Biblical references. Bible Garden Tour Options: Self-Guided Tours - Donation based (suggested $5 per person) Enjoy the English Country Garden, read the placards, carry the handbook as a reference and/or listen to a pre-recorded audio tour Virtual Tours Available online: https://shepherdscross.com/bible-garden.html All Tours also include the following: Visiting the sheep, lambs, and other farm animals at the petting barn area. Teaching Nomadic and Biblical shepherding practices. Wool Mill Tour demonstrating combing, spinning, and weaving wool into a finished product. The educational & interactive Farm Museum & Educational Silo. Open for drop by visitors Tuesday through Saturday 8:30 – 5:30. Please preschedule Field Trips for groups of twenty or more (one free leader for every 10 paid participants). Picnic area available; bring your lunch with you; limited seating available. Snack and beverage concessions are available on site. Be sure to visit our Shepherd’s Shop for a host of “woolly” and farm related items. You can find yarn produced and processed on the farm as well as roving, batts, felting supplies, knitting needles, spinning and weaving supplies. Additionally, the shop features a mission section; purchases made in this section of the store return 100% of the sale price to the indigenous people that crafted them (countries include Afghanistan, Thailand, Kyrgyzstan, Malawi, Uganda and more).Contact: Shepherd’s Cross & Heart of the Shepherd, Dr. Diane Dickinson, eat0@eau0eav0eaw0 918-342-5911

Sprinkler Saturdays Presented By: Philbrook Museum of Art

July 1-31, 2022 | 9 - 11 a.m.

Kids and kids at heart are welcome to cool off, play around and just have fun! Drip-dry as you walk through the gardens, relax on your picnic blanket or bring your own towel to dry off. Capacity limited. Advance, timed-entry tickets recommended. Subject to cancellation in case of inclement weather.

Independence Day Celebration

July 2, 2022

Parade on Main Street beginning at 9am All Day

Summer Music Series

July 2, 2022 | 7 - 10 p.m.

Summer Saturdays are better than ever when spent at Riversport OKC for the Summer Music Series! Bring a lawn chair and a blanket and enjoy live musical performances and outdoor fun, all with a beautiful view of the Oklahoma City skyline. Concerts are included with a Riversport pass and are $10 after 5:00p.m.

Arts, Crafts, Music & Cajun Festival

July 2, 2022 | 10 a.m.

Bringing a little bit of Louisiana to Oklahoma, the Arts, Crafts, Music & Cajun Festival features good food, good times and great music! Numerous arts and crafts vendors will be in attendance for your shopping pleasure as well as the varied entertainament. This festival is a major event in the Grand Lake area and is an annual tradition for many. Admission is $5, kids under 12 are free!

STEAM Saturday Presented By: Gathering Place

July 2, 2022 | 9 - 11 a.m.

Spend the first Saturday of each month learning through play with our STEAM Saturday activities! Every first Saturday of the month your family can explore an interactive, hands-on activity designed to spark curiosity in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, or Math! Each STEAM Saturday activity is completely different, adding a new challenge to test your problem-solving skills. Join us at the Reading Tree from 10:00 a.m to noon every first Saturday for free, family fun! ABOUT STEAM SATURDAYS Spend your Saturday’s learning through play at our STEM Saturday activities presented by Public Service Company of Oklahoma (PSO)! Every first Saturday of the month your family can explore an interactive, hands-on activity designed to spark curiosity in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math! Each STEM Saturday activity is completely different, adding a new challenge to test your problem-solving skills.

Folds of honor FreedomFest

July 4, 2022 | 6 - 10 p.m.

Tribute to Liberty - July 4th

July 4, 2022 | 6 p.m.

visitors can bring picnic baskets, blankets, and lawn chairs. There will be entertainment, and food trucks

Tuesday Trivia Night

Every Monday | 7 - 8 p.m.
July 4, 2022

Don't miss American Solera's weekly trivia night every Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. Free to play, five rounds, prizes after every round! Be sure to stop by Bub's, Tulsa's Original Cheeseburger, for dinner or loaded fries for the table from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Lyric Theatre Presents: Rodgers & Hammerstein's Carousel

July 5-10, 2022

Rodgers & Hammerstein's musical Carousel will be presented by Lyric Theatre and choreographed by the OKC Ballet at Civic Center Musical Hall July 5th - July 10th at the Civic Center Music Hall. Showtimes vary.

Lyric Theatre Presents: Rodgers & Hammerstein's Carousel

July 5-10, 2022

Rodgers & Hammerstein's musical Carousel will be presented by Lyric Theatre and choreographed by the OKC Ballet at Civic Center Musical Hall July 5th - July 10th at the Civic Center Music Hall. Showtimes vary.

Dog Play Wednesday at Gathering Place

Every Wednesday | 8 a.m. - 7 p.m.
July 6, 2022

Bark your calendars, Dog Play Wednesday is back! All day, every Wednesday. Keep checking our events schedule to see Pup-coming activities you won’t want to miss. Our tails are wagging just thinking about it! Please note, all dogs must be on a leash. Dogs are not allowed inside buildings or on the play equipment. Guests are responsible for cleaning up after their dogs.

Gathering on Main

July 7, 2022 | 6 - 9 p.m.

Join the fun on the first Thursday of each month, April through October! Our 5 block long street fair closes down part of Owasso's Main Street with: • Two music stages • A large Kids Zone • 100 Street Vendors • 16+ Food Trucks • Street entertainment and more! Apply to be a vendor or food truck at owassogathering.com!

Thursday Night Trivia at the Starlite

Every Thursday | 7 - 8 p.m.
July 7, 2022

Stop by Starlite every Thursday for Trivia with host Tony Delesdernier. Teams of 1-6 are welcome to compete for prizes and questions start at 8:00 pm.

Summers Fifth Night

Every Thursday | 12 a.m.
July 7, 14, 21 & 28, 2022

The treasured Tulsa tradition Summer's Fifth Night is back. We can't wait to see everyone on the lawn, relaxing with friends and family. There's a fantastic, eclectic lineup of local musical acts ready to entertain you with everything from jazz, to rock, to country. Put it on your calendar to join us for these free open air concerts every Thursday from June 2nd to August 4th. It'll be a summer to remember.

SUMMER'S FIFTH NIGHT

Every Thursday | 7 - 9 p.m.
July 7, 14, 21 & 28, 2022

June 2 Zodiac — Dance Rock June 9 Steve Ham’s Jambalaya Jazz Band —New Orleans Swing June 16 Mid Life Crisis Band — Classic Rock June 23 Denise Hoey & The Boulevard — Pop Rock June 30 Weston Horn & The Hush — Power Funk July 7 Annie Ellicott & The Lucky 7 — Jazz July 14 Mary Cogan — Country Rock July 21 Grooveyard — Classic Rock July 28 Tony Mason — R&B Funk

Summers Fifth Night

Every Thursday | 7 - 9 p.m.
July 7, 14, 21 & 28, 2022

The treasured Tulsa tradition Summer's Fifth Night is back. We can't wait to see everyone on the lawn, relaxing with friends and family. There's a fantastic, eclectic lineup of local musical acts ready to entertain you with everything from jazz, to rock, to country. Put it on your calendar to join us for these free open air concerts every Thursday from June 2nd to August 4th. It'll be a summer to remember.

Overnight at the Chuckwagon

July 8-9, 2022

5pm-9am the next morning. Check the website for more details.

Rush Fest Music Festival

July 8-10, 2022 | 6 p.m. - 2 a.m.

Rush Fest is Tulsa's premier island-themed summer music festival specializing in discovering and showcasing amazing local music, videography, photography and entrepreneurial talent. Tickets Online: https://www.facebook.com/events/659516405139010?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22surface%22%3A%22page%22%7D]%7D

The Masked Singer

July 10, 2022 | 6:30 p.m.

https://tulsatheater.com/event/the-masked-singer/ Buy Tickets ONLINE

Collinsville Chamber of Commerce Summerfest 2022

July 14, 2022 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Attendance is free. Collinsville City Plaza 1126 W. Main Street. Collinsville, OK 74021 We are excited to offer a fun family summer night out! Come hang out with us at the City Plaza in Downtown Collinsville to enjoy great food and fellowship while you learn more about our local area vendors and business owners! Sponsored by: American Bank of Oklahoma, Darling Ingredients, Collinsville Dolton Funeral Home, and Jeff Fousel - Edward Jones Collinsville.

Collinsville Chamber of Commerce Summerfest 2022

July 14, 2022 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Attendance is free. Collinsville City Plaza 1126 W. Main Street. Collinsville, OK 74021 We are excited to offer a fun family summer night out! Come hang out with us at the City Plaza in Downtown Collinsville to enjoy great food and fellowship while you learn more about our local area vendors and business owners! Sponsored by: American Bank of Oklahoma, Darling Ingredients, Collinsville Dolton Funeral Home, and Jeff Fousel - Edward Jones Collinsville.

Rock the Route

July 15, 2022 | 7 - 9 p.m.

South East corner of Park and Hobson Street, Sapulpa, OK 74066 Rock the Route is back for the 2022 concert series, and this year, we are bringing more concerts to Downtown Sapulpa! Rock the Route is joining forces with Food Truck Friday to bring you an evening full of great food and entertainment! 918-224-5709.

Meet Me on the Dance Floor Presented By: Philbrook Museum of Art

July 15, 2022 | 5 - 6:30 p.m.

$20 for members; $40 for adults. Put on your dancing shoes and join us for Meet Me on the Dance Floor! Take a spin through Frida Kahlo, Diego Rivera and Mexican Modernism with Philbrook curators, then enjoy a beginning salsa dancing lesson led by Tulsa Latin Dance Collective. Capacity is limited. Advance, timed-entry ticket required. Museum admission is included. Each event ticket includes one drink ticket.

Taste of Summer

July 16, 2022 | 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Advance tickets $5. $7 At the gate and 2/under are free

OK Bully Dog Show

July 16, 2022 | 8 a.m. - 10 p.m.

Aquapalooza at Grand Lake

July 16, 2022 | 1 - 5 p.m.

Aquapalooza in Afton, OK will feature red dirt and traditional country music and a raft-up during the water concert. Water mats are provided; if you are within reach of the barge, you may just end up with giveaways tossed from the stage! Concert goers may either anchor their boats into the cove or head to the stage via event shuttles that will provide drop-offs at the swim areas.

4th Annual Pathways Lip Sync Battle

July 19, 2022 | 6 - 8:30 p.m.

The mic is off, and the battle is on! Join us for an epic Lip Sync Battle benefiting Pathways Adult Learning Center. Gather your friends, pick a song and practice those dance moves. Don't want to perform? Enjoy the show and vote for your favorite team. Prizes for best costumes, best dance moves, audience choice, and judges choice.

Anastasia

July 19-24, 2022

Chapman Music Hall If you already have tickets to this show, there is nothing you need to do at this time. Your current seats will be secured for your new performance. Please hold on to your ANASTASIA tickets as they will be honored for the new performance dates. https://www.tulsapac.com/events

Bass Reeves Western History conference

July 21, 2022 | 5:30 - 9 p.m. July 22, 2022 | 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. July 23, 2022 | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Friday Night Live

July 22, 2022 | 6 p.m.

Tulsa Flea Market

July 23, 2022

The Tulsa Flea Market at the Tulsa Expo Square has 50,000 square feet filled with antiques and collectibles at this anticipated event. It has been a favorite event with collectors since 1972, and always boasts of a large assortment of memorabilia, vintage goods and crafts, rare records, jewelry and so much more.

Scottish Club of Tulsa's Robert Burns Night

July 23, 2022 | 5 - 10 p.m.

Robert Burns Night, hosted by the Scottish Club of Tulsa, is an annual evening event filled with tasty Scottish food, bagpipes and drum music, Scottish dancing, and inspired toasts. Admirers of Robert Burns and/or all things Scottish will love this festive event.

Music Sandwiched In: Shelby Eicher and Tommy Crook

July 25, 2022 | 12 - 12:50 p.m.

EVENT TYPE: ADULT SUMMER READING PROGRAM Come and hear National Fiddler Hall of Fame member Shelby Eicher as he teams up with local Tulsa guitar legend Tommy Crook for a mix of jazzy, bluegrassy fun.

Camp Downtown

July 26-29, 2022

Camp Downtown is a day camp in Bixby's Downtown River District, hosted by YoungLife Kids, the children's ministry of First Assembly of God. Each day the kids will experience an interactive and engaging kid's service, crafts, games, and fun activities. Lunch and snacks will be provided. Give your kids a summer experience they will remember all year long. Visit www.campdowntown.com to register your kids today!

AsburyKids Laser Tag

July 27, 2022 | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Come hang out and play Laser tag with your friends. Meet us at Wheels and Thrills in Owasso on July 27 from 10 am – 12 pm. The registration deadline is July 24. Cost is $10 per child (includes 2 slices of pizza and drink).

Word Search

July 28, 2022 | 9 - 10:30 a.m.

ZZZs in the Seas

July 29, 2022

JUNE 24, 2022 / JULY 29, 2022 https://www.okaquarium.org/190/ZZZs-in-the-Seas Ever dream of sleeping with sharks? ZZZs in the Seas is a dream-come-true opportunity where guests can sleep surrounded by sharks, stingrays, seahorses, and all the other creatures snoozing in our oceans. The fun-filled night begins with check-in at 6:30 p.m. and includes: A light snack Drinks Self-guided scavenger hunt Flashlight tour A movie Sweet, sea-themed dreams If sharks aren’t your idea of relaxing sleep, then feel free to book a space next to any of our other exhibits. Then wake up and join us for breakfast before the adventure ends at 8 a.m. followed by guest pickup. WHAT TO BRING This is an overnight adventure. Please pack accordingly. Sleeping bags and pillows, air mattresses are welcome but no larger than a queen-size Extra blankets; it may be chilly inside Toothbrush, toothpaste, and other toiletries Changes of clothes and pajamas, if desired Optional: spending money for green screen photos, the photo booth, commemorative coins, vending machines, and the gift shop Optional: Masks or other face coverings PRICING $45: Non-members $35: Members $25: Non-sleepover guests: includes activities & souvenirs GENERAL SCHEDULE 6:30 p.m. Welcome! Check in through the main entrance, Select a spot and place your bedding, Do not unpack or unroll your bedding yet, Everyone in the shark tunnel must stay to one side. All exit doors and main corridors must remain clear. You may explore the aquarium at this time. *The gift shop is subject to staffing availability 7 p.m.- Orientation, will be held in the Great Hall 8 p.m.- Activities, Games, Scavenger hunt, Touch tanks 9:30 p.m.- Self-Guided Flashlight Tour, Souvenir flashlights will be provided 10 p.m.- Movie, All doors will be locked at this time, do not exit, or you will not be allowed back in Midnight- Lights out 7 a.m.- Wake up and breakfast, will consist of individually packaged muffins, bananas, oranges, juice, and coffee 8 a.m.- Departure, Check out & guest pick up

Slamboree Truck, Car & Bike Show

July 29-31, 2022

Spectators and car enthusiasts will love the events at one of the Midwest's largest car shows. This event is open to all vehicle types, including cars, trucks, street rods and motorcycles. Judging starts Saturday at 10:00a.m. - 5:00p.m and will continue through Sunday if needed. Top awards for cars, trucks and bikes are up for grabs!

DOWNTOWN CRAZY DAYS

July 30, 2022

Tulsa/Broken Arrow Water Lantern Festival

July 30, 2022 | 5:30 - 10 p.m.

Go Online for Tickets https://www.waterlanternfestival.com/tulsa.php

Tulsa/Broken Arrow Water Lantern Festival

July 30, 2022 | 5:30 - 10 p.m.

Go Online for Tickets https://www.waterlanternfestival.com/tulsa.php

DOWNTOWN CRAZY DAYS

July 30, 2022

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