Whether you’re drawn to symphonies, ballet, theater, opera or visual art, Oklahoma’s cultural calendar offers something that will inspire. We preview the exhibitions, events and performances audiences won’t want to miss in 2026 and 2027.
Celebrity Attractions
Celebrity Attractions’ CEO Kristin Dotson says the varied line-up in the 2026-2027 season will provide an entertaining experience for every taste.
“There is a lot...
With a whimsical menu served up by knowledgeable, congenial staff in a laidback-cool atmosphere, the Goose Sandies + Bar has attracted a flock of fans in Oklahoma City and beyond in only its second year in business.
One owner modestly summed up the phenomenon as “sandwiches with a dive bar vibe.” Meanwhile, the menu is full of an array of...
The Bradford Grill
Bradford Grill, situated at 68th and Yale in Tulsa, offers American fare in upscale environs. Family-friendly, affordable and perfect for brunch, lunch and dinner, the restaurant is an ideal landing spot for groups of all sizes.
Start with something hearty like the Southwest spinach dip, deviled eggs, onion rings or homemade soup. Entree options abound, with categories including...
If three people hadn’t found a few minutes to talk with Kelsey Ihm, her life would have been a lot different.
The first was in high school. It was career day, and a chef told her that cooking could be science and math and art all together. Ihm was a dreamer; she’d wanted to be a psychologist or an environmentalist,...
Fajitas Grill
If you’re looking for a hole in the wall Mexican spot ideal for a casual lunch or dinner, Fajitas Grill at 41st and Peoria in Tulsa is just the ticket.
As its name would suggest, fajitas here are ample and delicious. Try the shrimp, chicken, beef or seafood versions of the meal, all served with tortillas, rice, refried beans,...
Oklahoma’s performing arts organizations wave goodbye to the summer months with shows galore.
In Tulsa, start the month off with a beloved tradition: The Drunkard and the Olio, running every Saturday at Tulsa’s Spotlight Theater. Then, venture to Tulsa Opera’s Spotlight on Opera Series on Aug. 6, 7 and 14, with concerts and screenings at College Hill Presbyterian Church, Circle...
There’s something for every sports enthusiast this August.
In Tulsa, ONEOK Field is bustling with Tulsa Drillers baseball games, running all month long. You can also venture to Expo Square, where two equine events await: the NSBA World Show, Aug. 14-23, and the 100X Reining Classic, Aug. 29-Sept. 6.
In OKC, the Comets take on regular season baseball foes all month...
Enjoy the dog days of summer – and the final stretch before back-to-school madness – with community events galore.
Tulsa’s Arvest Convention Center hosts Oklahoma Comic Con, running Aug. 8-9. Tulsa Opera offers its first Book Club Series on Aug. 15, covering Little Women. Other can’t-miss options include Jazz on the Green at Guthrie Green, the Maker Faire at Expo...
August heat is here and nothing feels better than the ice cold air conditioning inside a movie theater. Luckily, this month has a long list of varied movies to catch at the tail end of summer.
First up, the biographical comedy/drama film titled Tony. The film follows a young Anthony Bourdain, famed celebrity chef and travel documentarian, during the summer...
Dave Kollmann is president of the Central Region for Flintco, overseeing operations in Oklahoma City, Tulsa and Arkansas. A 30+ year company veteran, Kollmann has helped lead landmark projects including the renovation of Boone Pickens Stadium and the Oklahoma Capitol dome addition while championing a culture centered on quality, leadership and employee development. We caught up with Kollmann and...
