🎤Sing, Shop, Stargaze

From Cherokee Nation celebrations to stargazing at Hunter Park, here’s your guide to a packed Labor Day weekend.

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Events

Cherokee National Holiday

The Cherokee National Holiday is more than just a festival — it’s a homecoming. 🎉 From Aug. 29–31, Tahlequah will be buzzing with traditional games, storytelling, music, food, and a colorful downtown parade. Families will love the hands-on activities for kids, and history buffs can explore special exhibits at national museums — all with free admission. Join more than 150,000 visitors in celebrating Cherokee heritage and culture.
📅 Aug. 29–31, 2025
📍 Cherokee National History Museum, 101 S. Muskogee Ave., Tahlequah, OK
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Karaoke at Elote!

Every Friday & Saturday night at Elote, the dining room turns into Tulsa’s loudest, proudest karaoke party. 🎤 Sip margaritas, dig into Puffy Tacos, and belt out your favorite hits from 8 PM–11:45 PM. Not ready for a crowd? Book a private karaoke room and sing with just your crew. Pro tip: parking’s free downtown on evenings and weekends.
📅 Fridays & Saturdays | 8 PM – Midnight
📍 Elote Café, Downtown Tulsa
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Hunter Park Stargazing

This Saturday, trade city lights for starlight. ✨ The Astronomy Club of Tulsa is setting up telescopes at Hunter Park so you can see Saturn’s rings, glowing nebulae, and galaxies far beyond our own. Bring a blanket, bring your curiosity, and get ready for a free cosmic adventure.
📅 Sat, Aug. 30 | 7:30 – 10 PM
📍 Hunter Park (near the shelter), Tulsa
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Arts & Entertainment

Music On the Patio: Chris Combs

Kick off your Friday night at the Philbrook with live tunes from Tulsa’s own Chris Combs. 🎶 Enjoy jazzy, soulful sounds, drinks from Chimera’s bar, and the gorgeous gardens as your backdrop. Admission is just $5 after 5 PM — the perfect way to start your weekend.
📅 Fri, Aug. 29 | 5:30 – 8:30 PM
📍 Philbrook Museum of Art, 2727 S Rockford Rd, Tulsa, OK
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Cherokee Artisan Marketplace

Shop handmade treasures at the Cherokee Artisan Marketplace during the National Holiday. 🧵 From beadwork to fine art, you’ll find authentic creations from talented Cherokee artisans. It’s a great chance to bring home something special while celebrating culture and craftsmanship.
📅 Sat & Sun, Aug. 30–31 | 9 AM – 3 PM
📍 Cherokee National History Museum, 101 S. Muskogee Ave., Tahlequah, OK
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In Session @ The Church Studio

Step inside music history with an intimate recording session featuring John R. Miller. With only 50 seats per show, guests get headphones for a front-row experience of the analog recording process. It’s more than a concert — it’s a once-in-a-lifetime peek behind the curtain.
📅 Sat, Aug. 30 | Shows at 6 PM & 8 PM
📍 The Church Studio, Tulsa
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Sports

OU Football: Fan Experience Enhancements

Sooner fans, game day just got even better. 🏈 The University of Oklahoma is rolling out new fan experience upgrades for Saturday’s home opener vs. Illinois State. Expect improved concessions, family-friendly zones, in-game entertainment, and plenty of new ways to cheer on the crimson and cream.
📅 Sat, Aug. 30 | 5 PM
📍 Gaylord Family – Oklahoma Memorial Stadium
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Coming Soon

918 Day Festival

Mark your calendars, Tulsa! 🎉 On Sept. 18, downtown transforms into a celebration of local pride, arts, and culture at the 918 Day Festival. Enjoy performances, food, and community fun at Chapman Green — it’s the ultimate area code party.
📅 Thurs, Sept. 18 | 5 – 9 PM
📍 Chapman Green, 600 S Main St, Tulsa
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🌥️ Fri, Aug. 29 – Cloudy, 76°/65°, 15% chance of rain
Sat, Aug. 30 – Partly Cloudy, 80°/68°, 14% chance of rain
🌥️ Sun, Aug. 31 – Cloudy, 80°/67°, 16% chance of rain

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