Here are some suggestions for fun spring break activities near campus.
Staying local this spring break? Looking for something to do? No problem! Tulsa has many great things to offer that you might not have time to do when classes are in session. Here’s a list of 10 things/places you can experience this spring break in no particular order.
A fun, free, student led exhibit can be found at TU’s own 101 Archer. Located downtown, only about 8 minutes from campus, are two amazing exhibitions. First is American Myths, student-led by yours truly, explores myths that are uniquely American. The second is Envisioning Tomorrow: Photographs by Anitra Lavanhar. “Envisioning Tomorrow was born from my deep concern about the fear and division shaping so much of our national conversation and from a belief that another story is possible,” says Lavanhar. “This portrait series reflects a small but powerful cross-section of the remarkable diversity found in the Tulsa area and challenges the assumption that differences in belief, background, and lived experience must inevitably divide us.” 101 Archer, located at 101 E Archer Ave, Tulsa OK 74103, is open Wednesday-Saturday from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Looking for something to do outside? A hike at Turkey Mountain is perfect! With multiple trails for different levels of hiking skill, Turkey Mountain can be a great option for hikers or bikers! Open from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Monday-Sunday, the trail is located at 6800 S Elwood Ave, Tulsa OK 74132.
Cain’s Ballroom is a historic music venue in downtown Tulsa. While a bit pricier than the last two spots, the three shows being put on the week of March 16th will definitely be worth it. It is open Wednesday 10:00 am. to 5:00 p.m. and Friday 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. and located at 423 N Main St, Tulsa OK 74103.
Connect with your inner child this spring break at the Tulsa Zoo! Go with friends and see some animals! The Zoo has done some major renovations in the past couple of years, most recently upgrading their elephant habitat. It’s open Monday-Sunday 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. and located at 6421 E 36th St N, Tulsa, OK 74115.
Looking to try some good food? Mother Road Market is a food hall in Tulsa that has been voted USAToday’s #1 food hall for three years in a row. With 17 widely varying restaurants and multiple shops, Mother Road Market is perfect to try new foods. It’s open 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday and located at 1124 S Lewis Ave Tulsa Ok 74104.
High on a Hill Dairy Goats, LLC is a bit outside of Tulsa but is definitely worth the short trip. They offer goat yoga, baby goat cuddling, mini cow cuddling and farming classes. Recover from midterms with some adorable farm animals and a yoga class, all in one. Times are all by booking, sovisit the website to book a time at https://www.highonahilldairygoats.com/fall-activities. Hill Dairy Goats, LLC is located at 15362 S. 217th W. Ave Kellyville OK 74039.
Bored but trying to be gut healthy? NEFF brewing is an all gluten free pub style restaurant with their own signature brewed beer. NEFF Brewing is perfect for those with celiac disease or other gluten intolerances. Have fun without worrying about having a bad reaction to your food. Open Tuesday-Thursday 3:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m. and Friday-Sunday 11:00 a.m-11:00 p.m., NEFF is located at 321 S Frankfort Ave Suite #2 Tulsa OK 74120.
Tulsa has a multitude of wonderful museums but the closest one to TU is the Greenwood Cultural Center and Museum. This area marks the history of the tragedy of the Tulsa Race Massacre. Take some time to visit and learn about not only the events of the massacre but the people, including how they lived and what they did for Tulsa. Open Monday-Friday 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., the museum is located in historic Greenwood at 322 N Greenwood Ave, Tulsa, OK 74120.
Love escape rooms and murder mysteries? Murder Escape is an escape room in Tulsa. Choose your murder case and try to escape! From “The Gotham Killer” to “Cabin in the Woods” to “The Haunted Hotel,” there is a case to solve for everyone. Open Monday-Thursday from 11:15 a.m.-10:15 p.m., Friday 11:15 a.m.-11:15 p.m.,Saturday from 10:45 a.m.-11:15 p.m. and Sunday from 2:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m. it’s located at 6116 S Memorial Dr, Tulsa OK 74133.
For a final suggestion of what to do in Tulsa over break, look to The Gathering Place, Tulsa’s very own award-winning park. They have so many spring break activities going on, most notably the famous Neon in Bloom, an exhibit on the blooming of the cherry blossom trees! The Gathering Place is open Monday-Sunday 7:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m. and is located at 2650 S John Williams Way, Tulsa OK 74114.
Staying near campus over spring break doesn’t have to be boring. There are so many things that are local and are fun to do!, so enjoy your spring break from everyone at The Collegian!
