Winterfest 2011
Winterfest is CLOSED for the Season.
Arvest Winterfest presented with the Lobeck Taylor Family Foundation returns to Downtown Tulsa from November 25, 2011-January 2, 2012. The month-long celebration will include outdoor ice skating, photographs with “Segway Santa,” a towering Christmas Tree, horse and carriage rides, delicious concessions, and free holiday entertainment on the ONEOK Stage. New enhancements for 2011 include the expansion of the holiday market, a new climate-controlled seating and hospitality tent, and additional charity skating promotions.
Winterfest 2010 welcomed over 120,000 visitors to the street outside the BOK Center.
Activities
Arvest Winterfest presented with the Lobeck Taylor Family Foundation has something for the entire family. Come to Downtown Tulsa and experience:
Outdoor Ice Rink

Skate under the skyline on our 60' x 150' frozen ice rink this season on Third Street. Bring your own skates or rent them at the festival. The rink is open to the public daily from November 25-January 1, including Christmas Day! Check the daily calendar below for hours of operation. Spectators can watch all the action from the climate-controlled warming tent adjacent to the ice rink.
The skate rental kiosk accepts cash, VISA, and Mastercard. No checks will be accepted.
Individual Rates:
$8.00 per person (skate rental included)
$5.00 per person (with your own skates)
$5.00 for children under the age of three
Christmas Tree
It’s worth a trip to Winterfest just to see Oklahoma’s tallest outdoor Christmas Tree. Just steps from the rink sits the towering 44’ tree that glows nightly with over 35,700 lights. The massive structure has 109,534 tips and a diameter at the base of nearly 25 feet. The magically-lit tree provides the perfect backdrop for holiday photographs and caroling.
Horse and Carriage Rides
Enjoy a festive ride through the streets of Downtown Tulsa on a horse-drawn carriage. The exquisite old-fashioned carriage holds up to six passengers and is a magical way for a family to spend some quality time together. Check the Winterfest calendar for days and hours of operation. The carriage loading zone is located near the corner of Third & Denver.
Prices for a 15-minute ride:
• $10 per adult
• $5 per child
Cash only. Group rates are not avialable for horse and carriage rides.
Special Promotion every Monday-Wednesday during Winterfest: $20 ride for a family of four
Live Entertainment on the ONEOK Stage
ONEOK is the proud sponsor of the live outdoor entertainment at this year's Winterfest. The 24' stage will host live music every week for the duration of the festival. A variety of musical talent is scheduled, including school choirs, marching bands, church groups, and brass ensembles. All entertainment is free and open to the public.
Friday, November 25
6:00--6:30PM, Tulsa Project Theater - Suessical the Musical Teaser
6:45-7:15PM, Austyn King
7:30-8:00PM, Sarah Louco
8:15-9:00PM, Sarah LoucoSaturday, November 26
4:00-4:30PM, Pocket Full of Hope
4:45-5:15PM, Pocket Full of Hope
5:30-6:00PM, Abby Springer
6:15-7:00PM, Abby SpringerFriday, December 2
6:00-6:30PM, Cooper Elementary School Performers
6:45-7:15PM, Bixby 5th and 6th Grade Swing Choir
7:30-8:00PM, Allan Banzet
8:15-9:00PM, Allan BanzetSaturday, December 3
4:00-4:30PM, Oklahoma Wesleyan Women's Ensemble and Men's Quartet
4:45-5:15PM, Myers Dance Center
5:30-6:00PM, Oklahoma Kids
6:15-7:00PM, Oklahoma KidsFriday, December 9
6:00-6:30PM, Kerr, Disney, Cooper, Bell Public Schools
6:45-7:15PM, Catheryn Brock
7:30-8:00PM, Victory Band
8:15-9:00PM, Salvation Army Brass EnsembleSaturday, December 10
3:00-3:30PM, Theatre Arts
3:45-4:15PM, Theatre Arts
4:30-5:00PM, Booker T Washington Select Choir
5:15-6:00PM, Skelly Singers (Skelly Upper Elementary 6th Grade Choir)Friday, December 16
6:00-6:30PM, Tulsa Homeschool Ensemble
6:30-7:00PM, Gilcrease Elementary School Singers
7:15-8:00PM, Gilcrease Elementary School Singers
8:15-9:00PM, Bill and Marsha ClintonSaturday, December 17
3:00-3:45PM, Jasinki Academy
4:00-4:30PM, Zarrow International Choir
4:45-5:15PM, Butler Music School
5:30-6:00PM, Theatre Arts Troupe
6:15-7:00PM, Theatre Arts TroupeFriday, December 23
6:00-6:30PM, John and Catheryn Brock
6:45-7:15PM, Abby Springer
7:30-8:00PM, Team Galaxy
8:15-9:00PM, Team GalaxyVisits with "Segway Santa"
Our “Segway Santa” will be making appearances at Winterfest each Sunday through Christmas. Bring the children and your camera and take a complimentary photo with our jolly guest of honor. He will be riding his tinsel-covered Segway and handing out candy canes on the main plaza of the BOK Center (corner of Third & Denver) and around the festival site on Third Street.
Segway Santa Apperances:
Sunday, November 27, 1:00-4:00PM
Sunday, December 4, 1:00-4:00PM
Saturday, December 10, 3:00-6:00PM (Before Parade of Lights)
Sunday, December 11, 1:00-4:00PM
Sunday, December 18, 1:00-4:00PM
Delicious Concessions
Enjoy wonderful tre
ats this season at the Winterfest concession stand. A variety of food, hot beverages, and sweets are available.Menu:
- Snow Cookie $3.00
- Smore's $3.00
- Bowl of Soup $3.00
- Grilled Cheese Sandwich $3.00
- Chips $2.00
- Hot Dog $4.00
- Chili and Cheese Hot Dog $4.50
- Super Nachos $6.00
- Egg Nog $3.00
- Cappuccino $3.50
- Hot Chocolate $3.50
- Hot Apple Cider $3.00
- Coffee $3.00
- Bottled Soda/ Water $3.50
- 24 oz Canned Beer $7.00
Turkey Trot 5K and Fun Run presented by Fleet Feet
Friday, November 25, 2011
Registration open at 8:00AM
5K Race starts at 9:00AM
Fun Run starts at 9:05AM
Visit www.fleetfeettulsa.com for more information and to register. After the race, enjoy Winterfest with your family. The outdoor ice rink, amusement rides, and concessions open at 10:00AM.
Holiday Market featuring Oklahoma Gifts
Saturday, December 10, 2011, 10:00AM-6:00PM

BOK Center Grand Lobby, Free Admission
Stop by the lobby of the BOK Center and visit the 2nd Annual Holiday Market at Winterfest. Pick up that last-minute holiday gift or stocking stuffer. Oklahoma merchants will be selling a variety of gourmet foods, wines, candles, clothing, artwork, and other unique gifts.
CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD A VENDOR APPLICATION FOR 2011
Questions about being a vendor at the holiday market? E-mail us.
Parade of Lights
December 10, 6:00PM

The annual Parade of Lights route goes right by Winterfest! Bring the whole family to watch the parade and stay for ice skating. This year’s spectacular parade will inlcude more than 70 entries including floats, giant helium balloons, marching bands, equestrian units, dance groups, clowns, and more. The holiday parade is an annual Tulsa tradition.
Discounted Skating Promotions & Charity Nights
Pupsicles: Weiner Dog Races on Ice & Holiday Pet Costume Contest
PUPSICLES: Weiner Dog Races on Ice & Holiday Pet Costume Contest Sunday, December 11, 1:00PMWeiner Dog Races: Watch as our furry friends race across the frozen ice surface for a chance at winning prizes that include BOK Center concert tickets and gift certificates from the Sloppy Dog Wash. There will be multiple heats (depending on the number of dogs entered) with a championship final to determine the overall winner. There is an entry fee of $5.00 per dog and all proceeds go to the Animal Rescue Foundation. Sorry, only Weiner dogs are eligible for this competition.
Click here to download complete rules and a registration form
Holiday Pet Costume Contest:
Enter your pet in their favorite holiday costume for a chance at winning prizes that include BOK Center concert tickets and gift certificates from the Sloppy Dog Wash. No pre-registration is necessary—just bring your pet to the Winterfest plaza at 1:30PM on Sunday, December 11. The contest will be judged by a celebrity panel of guests. There is an entry fee of $5.00 per dog and all proceeds go to the Animal Rescue Foundation. All dogs and cats are eligible for this contest.All proceeds benefit:
Jingle Bell Run/Walk®
2011 Tulsa Jingle Bell Run/Walk®
Saturday, Dec. 10
Starts at Tulsa Community College-Metro Campus at 10th &Cincinnati
Registration 1pm, 1K at 2:30pm, 5K at 3pm
Be there with bells on!
Get in the spirit this holiday season at the Arthritis Foundation’s Jingle Bell Run/Walk for Arthritis®. Be one of the thousands of runners and walkers who hit the nation’s pavements, pathways and parks this winter to fight arthritis, the nation’s most common cause of disability.
Jingle Bell Run/Walk® is a fun and festive way to kick off your holidays by helping others! Wear a holiday themed costume. Tie jingle bells to your shoelaces. Run or walk a 5 kilometer route with your team members and celebrate the season by giving.The race starts at the downtown TCC-Metro Campus and goes right beside Winterfest!
Click here for more information and to register for the race!
Group Rates:
Discounted group rates are available for ice skating by pre-purchase only. Prices are: $7.00 each (groups of 10-30), $6.00 each (groups of 31-50), and $5.00 each (groups of 51+). Please call (918) 894-4254 with your Visa or Mastercard ready. Please allow 48 hours for processing your order. Pre-paid skating vouchers may be used at the ice rink during any hours of operation. Group rate vouchers are only available for pre-purchase and are not available at the skate rental kiosk.
Call (918) 894-4254 or e-mail with any questions.
Daily Calendar
Download a complete Winterfest calendar to print at home by clicking here.
Click on a date below to view daily activities, hours of operation, and entertainment schedules for Winterfest:
Friday, November 25, 2011
Tulsa Oilers vs. Wichita, 7:35PM
Turkey Trot 5K and Fun Run presented by Fleet Feet , 9:00AM
Ice Rink Open, 10:00AM-11:00PM
Holiday Carriage Rides, 6:00PM-11:00PM
Live Entertainment on the ONEOK Stage, 6:00PM-9:00PM
Saturday, November 26, 2011
Ice Rink Open, 12:00PM-11:00PM
Holiday Carriage Rides, 6:00-9:00PM
Live Entertainment on the ONEOK Stage, 4:00-7:00PMSunday, November 27, 2011
Ice Rink Open, 12:00PM-10:00PM
Holiday Carriage Rides, 6:00-9:00PM
Segway Santa, 1:00-4:00PM
Monday, November 28, 2011
Ice Rink Open, 4:00PM-10:00PM
Horse and Carriage Rides, 6:00PM-9:00PM
HALF PRICE MONDAYS
Discounted ice skating with the donation of can of non-perishable food; Benefits the Community Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma
Tuesday, November 29, 2011
Ice Rink Open, 4:00PM-10:00PM
Horse and Carriage Rides, 6:00PM-9:00PMBOOKS ON TUESDAYS
Presented by the Lobeck Taylor Family Foundation
Bring a new or used book (in good condition) for children or young adults and skate for just $4.00. All books are donated to the Volunteers of America who distribute them to Tulsa schools, day centers, and other literacy organizations.
Wednesday, November 30, 2011
Ice Rink Open, 4:00PM-10:00PM
Horse and Carriage Rides, 6:00PM-9:00PM
WARMTH WEDNESDAYS Presented by Magellan Midstream Partners
Visitors can enjoy ice skating for just $4.00 when they bring a new or gently used blanket, coat, scarf, or pair of gloves. All donations benefit the Tulsa Day Center for the Homeless.
Thursday, December 1, 2011
Ice Rink Open, 4:00PM-10:00PM
Friday, December 2, 2011
Tulsa Oilers vs. Bloomington, 7:35PM
Ice Rink Open, 4:00PM-11:00PM
Holiday Carriage Rides, 6:00PM-9:00PM
Live Entertainment on the ONEOK Stage, 6:00PM-9:00PMSaturday, December 3, 2011
Tulsa 66ers vs. Austin, 7:00PM
The Story, 7:00PM
Ice Rink Open, 12:00PM-11:00PM
Holiday Carriage Rides, 6:00PM-9:00PM
Live Entertainment on the ONEOK Stage, 4:00PM-7:00PMSunday, December 4, 2011
Ice Rink Open, 12:00PM-10:00PM
Holiday Carriage Rides, 6:00PM-9:00PM
Segway Santa, 1:00PM-4:00PM
Monday, December 5, 2011
Ice Rink Open, 4:00PM-10:00PM
Horse and Carriage Rides, 6:00PM-9:00PM
HALF PRICE MONDAYSDiscounted skating with the donation of can of non-perishable food; Benefits the Community Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma
Tuesday, December 6, 2011
Ice Rink Open, 4:00PM-10:00PM
Horse and Carriage Rides, 6:00PM-9:00PM
BOOKS ON TUESDAYS
Presented by the Lobeck Taylor Family Foundation
Bring a new or used book (in good condition) for children or young adults and skate for just $4.00. All books are donated to the Volunteers of America who distribute them to Tulsa schools, day centers, and other literacy organizations.Wednesday, December 7, 2011
Ice Rink Open, 4:00PM-10:00PM
Horse and Carriage Rides, 6:00PM-9:00PM
WARMTH WEDNESDAYS

Presented by Magellan Midstream PartnersVisitors can enjoy ice skating for just $4.00 when they bring a new or gently used blanket, coat, scarf, or pair of gloves. All donations benefit the Tulsa Day Center for the Homeless.
Thursday, December 8, 2011
Ice Rink Open, 4:00PM-10:00PM
Friday, December 9, 2011
Tulsa Oilers vs. Allen, 7:35PM
Seussical: The Musical, 8:00PM
Ice Rink Open, 4:00PM-11:00PM
Holiday Carriage Rides, 6:00PM-9:00PM
Live Entertainment on the ONEOK Stage, 6:00PM-9:00PMSaturday, December 10, 2011
Parade of Lights, 6:00PM
Seussical: The Musical, 2:00PM & 8:00PM
Holiday Market featuring Oklahoma vendors, wineries, and artists, BOK Center Grand Lobby, 10:00AM-6:00PM
Ice Rink Open, 12:00PM-11:00PM
Holiday Carriage Rides, 6:00PM-9:00PM
Live Entertainment on the ONEOK Stage, 3:00PM-6:00PM
Segway Santa, 3:00PM-6:00PM
Sunday, December 11, 2011
Ice Rink Open, 12:00PM-10:00PM
Holiday Carriage Rides, 6:00PM-9:00PM
Segway Santa, 1:00PM-4:00PM
Weinerfest: Pupsicles Races on Ice, 1:00PM
Seussical: The Musical, 2:00PM
Monday, December 12, 2011
Ice Rink Open, 4:00PM-10:00PM
Horse and Carriage Rides, 6:00PM-9:00PM
HALF PRICE MONDAYS
Discounted ice skating with the donation of can of non-perishable food; Benefits the Community Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma
Tuesday, December 13, 2011
Tulsa Oilers vs. Texas, 7:05PM
Ice Rink Open, 4:00PM-11:00PM
Horse and Carriage Rides, 6:00PM-9:00PM
BOOKS ON TUESDAYS
Presented by the Lobeck Taylor Family Foundation
Bring a new or used book (in good condition) for children or young adults and skate for just $4.00. All books are donated to the Volunteers of America who distribute them to Tulsa schools, day centers, and other literacy organizations.Wednesday, December 14, 2011
Ice Rink Open, 4:00PM-10:00PM
Horse and Carriage Rides, 6:00-9:00PM
WARMTH WEDNESDAYS

Presented by Magellan Midstream PartnersVisitors can enjoy ice skating for just $4.00 when they bring a new or gently used blanket, coat, scarf, or pair of gloves. All donations benefit the Tulsa Day Center for the Homeless.
Thursday, December 15, 2011
Seussical: The Musical, 8:00PM
Ice Rink Open, 4:00PM-10:00PM
Friday, December 16, 2011
Trans-Siberian Orchestra, 3:00PM & 7:00PM
Tulsa 66ers vs. Reno, 7:00PM
Seussical: The Musical, 8:00PM
Ice Rink Open, 4:00PM-11:00PM
Holiday Carriage Rides, 6:00PM-9:00PM
Live Entertainment on the ONEOK Stage, 6:00PM-9:00PMSaturday, December 17, 2011
Tulsa 66ers vs. Springfield, 7:00PM
Seussical: The Musical, 2:00PM & 8:00PM
Ice Rink Open, 12:00PM-11:00PM
Holiday Carriage Rides, 6:00PM-9:00PM
Live Entertainment on the ONEOK Stage, 4:00PM-7:00PMSunday, December 18, 2011
Seussical: The Musical, 2:00PM
Ice Rink Open, 12:00PM-10:00PM
Segway Santa, 1:00PM-4:00PMHoliday Carriage Rides, 6:00-9:00PM
Monday, December 19, 2011
Ice Rink Open, 12:00PM-10:00PM
Horse and Carriage Rides, 6:00PM-9:00PM
HALF PRICE MONDAYS
Discounted ice skating with the donation of can of non-perishable food; Benefits the Community Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma
Tuesday, December 20, 2011
Ice Rink Open, 12:00PM-10:00PM
Cookie Decorating with Chef Devine Levine, presented by Whole Foods, 10:00AM-12:00PM
Horse and Carriage Rides, 6:00PM-9:00PM
BOOKS ON TUESDAYS
Presented by the Lobeck Taylor Family FoundationBring a new or used book (in good condition) for children or young adults and skate for just $4.00. All books are dontaed to the Volunteers of America who distribute them to Tulsa schools, day centers, and other literacy organizations.
Wednesday, December 21, 2011
Ice Rink Open, 12:00PM-10:00PM
Horse and Carriage Rides, 6:00PM-9:00PM
WARMTH WEDNESDAYS

Presented by Magellan Midstream Partners
Visitors can enjoy ice skating for just $4.00 when they bring a new or gently used blanket, coat, scarf, or pair of gloves. All donations benefit the Tulsa Day Center for the Homeless.
Thursday, December 22, 2011
Seussical: The Musical, 8:00PM
Ice Rink Open, 12:00PM-10:00PM
Friday, December 23, 2011
Seussical: The Musical, 8:00PM
Ice Rink Open, 12:00PM-11:00PM
Live Entertainment on the ONEOK Stage, 6:00PM-9:00PM
Saturday, December 24, 2011, Christmas Eve
Ice Rink Open, 12:00PM-5:00PM
Sunday, December 25, 2011, Christmas Day
Tulsa Oilers vs. Wichita, 7:05PM
Ice Rink Open, 5:00PM-11:00PM
Holiday Carriage Rides, 6:00PM-9:00PM
Monday, December 26, 2011
Ice Rink Open, 12:00PM-10:00PM
Horse and Carriage Rides, 6:00PM-9:00PM
HALF PRICE MONDAYS
Discounted ice skating with the donation of can of non-perishable food; Benefits the Community Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma
Tuesday, December 27, 2011
Tulsa Oilers vs. Allen, 7:05PM
Ice Rink Open, 12:00PM-11:00PM
Horse and Carriage Rides, 6:00PM-9:00PM
BOOKS ON TUESDAYS
Presented by the Lobeck Taylor Family FoundationBring a new or used book (in good condition) for children or young adults and skate for just $4.00. All books are dontaed to the Volunteers of America who distribute them to Tulsa schools, day centers, and other literacy organizations.
Wednesday, December 28, 2011
Ice Rink Open, 12:00PM-10:00PM
Horse and Carriage Rides, 6:00PM-9:00PM
WARMTH WEDNESDAYS

Presented by Magellan Midstream Partners
Visitors can enjoy ice skating for just $4.00 when they bring a new or gently used blanket, coat, scarf, or pair of gloves. All donations benefit the Tulsa Day Center for the Homeless.
Thursday, December 29, 2011
Tulsa 66ers vs. Idaho, 7:00PM
Ice Rink Open, 12:00PM-10:00PM
Friday, December 30, 2011
Ice Rink Open, 12:00PM-11:00PM
Saturday, December 31, 2011, New Year's Eve
Ice Rink Open, 12:00PM-11:00PM
Holiday Carriage Rides, 6:00PM-9:00PMSunday, January 1, 2012, New Year's Day
Ice Rink Open, 12:00PM-10:00PM
Holiday Carriage Rides, 6:00PM-9:00PM
Monday, January 2, 2012
Ice Rink Open, 12:00PM-10:00PM
FAQs
If your question is not answered below, please e-mail us at winterfest@smgtulsa.com and it would be our pleasure to assist you.
Can I bring my own ice skates?
Of course! If you bring your own pair of skates, it only costs $5.00 to enjoy the Winterfest Ice Rink.
Do you offer groups rates for ice skating?
Yes. Discounted rates are available for parties of 10 or more. Prices are $7.00 each (groups of 10-30), $6.00 each (groups of 31-50), and $5.00 each (groups of 51+). Please call (918) 894-4267 to purchase group admission passes. Passes are good at the ice rink during any hours the rink is open. You do not need to make reservations for a particular day. We accept Visa and Mastercard only for purchases of discounted passes. NOT AVAILABLE AT THE SKATE RENTAL KIOSK.
Can I purchase skating passes at the BOK Center box office?
No. Please go to the skate rental kiosk to pay for ice skating.
Is there a charge for taking pictures with “Segway Santa?”
No. Just bring your own camera and feel free to snap a photograph of your children or friends with Segway Santa. There are no lines. Segway Santa will be riding around the plaza. Just wave at him and he will stop by and say hello.
Are group rates available for horse and carriage rides?
No. Prices for holiday carriage rides run $10 per adult and $5 per child for a fifteen minute circle through Downtown Tulsa. Cash only.
Are there restrooms at Winterfest?
Yes. There are portable toilets and a handicapped-accessible portable toilet available outside for patrons at Winterfest. There is no access available to restrooms inside the BOK Center.
Where should I park?
There are a variety of paid parking options available in Downtown Tulsa adjacent to Winterfest. Parking is FREE at on-street metered spaces after 5:00PM on weekdays and all day on weekends. The closest paid parking garages to Winterfest are the Civic Center Parkade and the 100 West Parking Garage.
Does the skate rental kiosk accept credit cards or checks?
The skate rental trailer will happily accept your Visa or Mastercard-branded debit or credit card but does not accept checks.
Do you rent skates for young children?
We have a wide variety of figure and hockey skates available to rent in youth and adult sizes.
Winterfest is produced and managed by SMG, Worldwide Entertainment and Convention Venue Management. Visit us online at smgworld.com
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