EVENTS
Annual Festivals
Much-loved traditions for families across the Tulsa community — all year long.
FESTIVITIES FOR ALL
Festivities For All
In addition to our year-round educational and cultural programming, we have several annual events that have become a tradition for families in the Tulsa community. Proceeds help fund Garden operations and programs, and sponsorship opportunities are available for each event.
Annual Festivals & Exhibitions
SPRING
Tulsa Botanic Blooms
One of the largest spring flower displays in the region — over 200,000 tulips, daffodils, hyacinths and crocuses in a crescendo of color. 2027 dates coming soon.
COMING IN 2027
Nature Connects
Something big is taking shape. Our 2027 Nature Connects exhibition is a major unveiling — and it’s worth the wait. Details announced soon.
A SUNDAY IN SEPTEMBER
Monarch Experience
Watch monarchs tagged for research as they pass through Tulsa on their 3,000-mile migration — talks, hands-on stations and a Garden-grown native plant sale in the Children’s Discovery Garden. Included with admission. 2027 date coming soon.
SEPTEMBER 19 – OCTOBER 31, 2026
BOOtanical
Hay maze, pumpkin patch, Scarecrow Row, Bands & Blooms Thursdays and the Spooky Trail.
ENTER IN AUGUST · ON DISPLAY SEPTEMBER 19 – OCTOBER 31
Scarecrow Contest
Scarecrows built by schools, businesses, scout troops and families line Scarecrow Row all fall. Every visitor votes; winners announced Halloween night. Registration opens in August — 2027 details coming soon.
SELECT NIGHTS · NOVEMBER 27 – DECEMBER 30, 2026
Botanic Garden of Lights
The Garden aglow with over 500,000 lights — Santa, Cocoa & Concerts Sundays and Sounds of the Season Thursdays.
Fundraisers
A SUNDAY IN SEPTEMBER
D.I.G. — Day in The Garden
Our family fundraiser for the Driskill Children’s Discovery Garden. This day is all about kids — a DJ, free face painting, sno cones, bounce slides, activities and crafts. Kids free with a paying adult. 2027 date coming soon for the 14th annual event.
EVERY APRIL
Sip & Stroll
An evening of food, drinks and a garden adventure for grown-ups — 2027 theme and date coming soon.
Seasonal Series
THURSDAYS · SPRING & FALL
Bands & Blooms
Live music on the Great Lawn, 6–8 PM, with the BotaniCafé & Bar open. Spring season May–June; fall season September–October. Included with admission, free for members.
THURSDAYS · JULY & AUGUST
Summer Nights
Extended hours until 8 PM, Dog Days of Summer and pop-up fun on the lawn. Returns summer 2027.
SECOND SATURDAYS · 10:30 AM
Treefort Story Time
Stories in the Treefort with Tulsa Opera, for ages 10 and under.
FIRST FRIDAYS · 10:30 AM
First Friday Horticulture Tour
A walk through The Garden with our horticulture team.
See every date on our calendar.