BOK Center
Theater Multi-purpose arena in Tulsa hosting concerts and sports
Tulsa’s BOK Center is a large arena hosting concerts, sports and touring shows; visitors come for performances and to see its modern glass-and-steel exterior.
The BOK Center is a multi-purpose indoor arena in downtown Tulsa, Oklahoma, United States, serving as a major events venue for the city since 2008. It is used for concerts, family shows, and large sporting events and has flexible seating that accommodates different event configurations.
The arena’s bowl can seat roughly 19,000 spectators for concerts and slightly different numbers for sporting layouts, with multiple premium and general seating levels. Facilities include hospitality and concession areas designed to support large crowds and touring productions.
The venue opened in 2008 as part of a downtown development initiative and carries a corporate name sponsorship. It sits within Tulsa’s central business district and functions as a regional draw for entertainment and convention activity.
- Capacity: Seating capacity is about 19,000 for concerts and large events, making it the largest indoor arena in the Tulsa region.
- Opening: Opened in 2008 and named for a local bank, it hosts concerts, touring shows, and large-scale sporting events.
How to Get to BOK Center #
Located in downtown Tulsa. Accessible by road and public transit; parking garages and event shuttles operate on show nights. The address is 200 S Denver Ave; use local ride apps or taxis for direct drop‑offs.
Tips for Visiting BOK Center #
- Check event schedules before visiting - the arena's calendar is active and popular events sell out quickly.
- Public transit is the easiest way to get to downtown venues in Tulsa; use local shuttle services on event nights to avoid parking congestion.
Best Time to Visit BOK Center #
Visit during event seasons - spring through autumn - and check the venue schedule for concerts and sports fixtures.
Weather & Climate near BOK Center #
BOK Center's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -4°C to 34°C. Abundant rainfall (1026 mm/year), wettest in May.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 8°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm).
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February
February is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm).
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March
March is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 4°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm).
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April
April is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 9°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm).
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May
May is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 14°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (141 mm).
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June
June is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (114 mm).
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 34°C and lows of 22°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm).
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August
August is warm with highs of 34°C and lows of 21°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm).
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September
September is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (122 mm).
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October
October is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (92 mm).
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November
November is cold with highs of 16°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (79 mm).
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December
December is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm).
