The Pickup’s Big Guide To Summer 2025

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It's summer: season of glitter, floaties, bikes, hammocks, picnic baskets, and road trips. Before the heat gets to you, let's make some plans. Here's The Pickup's absolutely full-to-bursting list of the summer's biggest festivals, concerts, and theatre performances, Tulsa's best splash pads and cold treats, and the best day trips outside the city.

FESTIVALS

T.E.G. International Jazz Fest
June 6
Guthrie Green, 111 Reconciliation Way

This one-night-only festival is summer's first big music blowout. Jazz pianist Max Holm, vocalist Cynthia Simmons, and headliner saxophonist Paula Atherton play under the stars at Guthrie Green alongside a local vendor showcase. —Alicia Chesser

Tulsa Tough
June 6-8
Blue Dome District / Tulsa Arts District / Riverparks