Oklahoma troubadour John Calvin Abney said it best: “It’s been a long drawn gravel road of a year.” But you don’t need us to tell you that. What you do need are ways to find some bright spots through this winter. Here’s The Pickup’s guide to the season: festive gathering places, stocking stuffer ideas, Santa visiting hours, holiday markets, concerts to help you feel something, New Year’s Eve parties, and suggestions for Dry January and Valentine’s Day.
Winter Activities
Yes, winter is for sitting on your couch wrapped in a blanket reading books and drinking tea. (More on that below!) But! It’s fun to get out and be stupid sometimes. Careful of those knees.
Go ice skating at WeStreet or ArvestWinterFest
Go sledding on one of Tulsa’s inclined planes (wait until it snows, please):
- Rogers High School (4th and Yale)
- DoubleTree (61st and Yale)
- Chandler Park
- The reservoir at 193rd and 21st
- Minshall Park
- McClure Park
- The reservoir at 91st and Yale
And we don’t know what “HACK. HAMMER. HOG LINE. HOUSE.” means, but Tulsa Curling Club promises to teach you.
Winter Decorations + Vibes