Events in Tulsa This Weekend for Families: Nov. 5-8
Wondering what to do this weekend? Let TulsaKids help! Below, you’ll find our top weekend picks for Nov. 5-8, 2026. Find even more events in our community calendar.
**Please note: Check websites or call the event organizer for pricing info and to confirm details, as they can change.
1. Come From Away
- When: Nov. 5-6, 7:30 p.m.; Nov. 7, 2 and 7:30 p.m.; Nov. 8, 2 p.m.
- Where: Tulsa PAC, 110 E. 2nd St.
Discover life as an islander with the story of the 38 planes that were diverted to Gander, Newfoundland on September 11, 2001 in this deeply moving musical about humanity’s ability to come together, no matter the circumstances. Presented by Theatre Tulsa
2. Birds and Brews
- When: Nov. 6, 9-10 a.m.
- Where: Ray Harral Nature Center, 7101 S. 3rd St., BA
Explore the early morning sights and sounds of the Nature Park while enjoying a nice cup of coffee. Nature Center staff will provide Birds & Beans coffee and various learning materials to help begin your birding adventure. Relax in the lounge area, view the activity at Ray Harral’s bird feeders from the observation deck, or use their binoculars for birding on the go! Bring your own mug.
3. Family Nature Walk
- When: Nov. 6, 10-10:30 a.m.
- Where: Philbrook, 2727 S. Rockford Rd.
Spark your curiosity at an easy-going Family Nature Walk! Explore the gardens and learn about the natural world through your five senses. If you like, bring a camera, magnifying glass, or sketching supplies.
4. Books to Treasure with Oge Mora
- When: Nov. 6, 6 p.m.
- Where: Hardesty Regional Librayr, 8316 E. 93rd St.
Celebrate the beauty and power of children’s literature with Tulsa City-County Library’s 2026 Books To Treasure featured illustrator, Oge Mora! A book signing will follow. Books will be available for purchasing, courtesy of Magic City Books. For all ages.
5. Dia de los Muertos Arts Festival
- When: Nov. 6, 6-11 p.m.
- Where: Living Arts of Tulsa, 307 E. Reconciliation Way
There will be FREE Art Kits, performances at two stages, a vendor market, food trucks, a procession and blessing of the ofrendas (altars), and plenty of live music and dancing!
6. Junior League of Tulsa Touch-A-Truck
- When: Nov. 7, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
- Where: Junior League of Tulsa Headquarters, 3633 S. Yale Ave.
A family-friendly community event presented by the Junior League of Tulsa, giving children and families the opportunity to explore vehicles up close, meet community partners, and enjoy activities for all ages. $10 per adult; children 17 and under are free
7. Bethany Route 66 Centennial Celebration
- When: Nov. 7, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
- Where: Bethany, Oklahoma (See website for details)
Historic Route 66 comes alive as the Bethany community celebrates 100 years of America’s most iconic highway.
From family-friendly festivals and local vendors to classic cars, live entertainment, and a close-up preview of Bethany Children’s Landmark of Hope, there’s something for everyone to enjoy throughout the day.
8. Riverbend Art Crawl
- When: Nov. 7, 12-5 p.m.
- Where: Riverbend Arts District
The crawl is a free, all-ages event, featuring art studio tours, art demonstrations, food trucks and more along a 1.5 mile stretch of Charles Page Boulevard.
Participating businesses include Dillon Rose Fine Jewelry Studio, Belafonte Gallery, 3rd Street Clayworks, Mary’s, Golden Plains Woodshop, James Andrew Smith and Suzanna Smith Studio, Shawn Farley, Blue House Media, Tulsa Art Studios (featuring 10+ artists), Cardamone Forge and WOMPA, (featuring 80 + mixed use studios and event spaces).
9. Wild Symphony, presented by Signature Symphony
- Nov. 7, 2 p.m.
- TCC VanTrease PACE, 10300 E. 81st St.
From bouncing kangaroos to wonderous whales, the animal kingdom takes center stage when Signature Symphony at Tulsa Community College presents Wild Symphony, a family-friendly concert combining live orchestral music, storytelling and colorful illustrations.
10. Celebrating Route 66
- When: Nov. 7, 7:30 p.m.
- Where: Tulsa PAC, 110 E. 2nd St.
Audience favorite Ron Spigelman leads an evocative program inspired by America’s heartland. Florence Price’s Mississippi River Suite features rich harmonies & folk themes. Robert Stolz’s Suite for Route 66 captures the landmark’s nostalgia. Jerod Impichcha̱achaaha’ Tate’s Ghost of the White Deer blends haunting melodies & vibrant textures rooted in Native American tradition. Ferde Grofé’s Grand Canyon Suite portrays the canyon’s dramatic beauty. Presented by Tulsa Symphony Orchestra
11. Kristallnacht: A Dramatic Commemoration
- When: Nov. 8, 2-4 p.m.
- Where: Congregation B’nai Emunah, 1719 S. Owasso Ave.
A dramatic reading of Address Unknown by Kathrine Kressmann Taylor, performed by Tom Berenson and Kurt Harris. Recommended for ages 12+. Registration required: tulsagogue.com/kristallnacht
Read TulsaKids’ article on Holocaust Education in Tulsa to learn more about this event: tulsakids.com/remembering-kristallnacht
12. Jim Henson’s Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock Live!
- When: Nov. 8, 3 p.m.
- Where: Tulsa PAC, 110 E. 2nd St.
In Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock LIVE, Gobo, Red, Mokey, Wembley, and Boober Fraggle discover the legend of the Celebration Stone – an ancient Fraggle treasure that has the power to bring everyone together for the greatest party of all time, but was shattered and lost generations ago. As the Fraggles set off on an exhilarating, adventurous journey exploring exciting new caves within Fraggle Rock and even beyond, they discover magic that they never knew existed, and learn to work together to unite the lost pieces of the magical artifact. Can the Fraggles succeed in their quest to bring the Celebration Stone back to Fraggle Rock so everyone can enjoy the most incredible party in Fraggle history? And along the way, will they find something even more memorable and heartfelt than they could have ever imagined?
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