BOK CenterAbout BOK Center
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.
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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.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -4° - 8° | -2° | 38 mm | - | - | 4.2 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | -1° - 12° | 2° | 50 mm | - | - | 4.3 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 4° - 17° | 10° | 84 mm | - | - | 4.7 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 9° - 23° | 16° | 95 mm | - | - | 4.9 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 14° - 27° | 20° | 141 mm | - | - | 4.1 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 19° - 31° | 25° | 114 mm | - | - | 3.9 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 22° - 34° | 28° | 80 mm | - | - | 3.5 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 21° - 34° | 27° | 76 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 16° - 30° | 23° | 122 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 10° - 24° | 17° | 92 mm | - | - | 3.8 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 3° - 16° | 8° | 79 mm | - | - | 4.2 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -2° - 10° | 1° | 55 mm | - | - | 4.1 m/s | - | - |
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.