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BOK Center

Tulsa · Home of 🏒 Tulsa Oilers

⚡ Quick answers

Who plays at BOK Center?
BOK Center in Tulsa is home to the Tulsa Oilers (ECHL).
What is the closest airport to BOK Center?
Tulsa (TUL) is the closest major airport, about 9 miles (14 km) from BOK Center — roughly 13 min by car depending on traffic.
How much is parking at BOK Center?
On-street metered parking downtown is free after 5 PM.
How do you get to BOK Center without a car?
Tulsa Transit city buses and the Aero bus rapid transit line serve downtown near the arena.

✈️🚗 Getting to BOK Center

Nearest major airport: Tulsa (TUL) — about 9 mi / 13 min away.

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🏟️ Fan guide

Parking

BOK Center has no parking of its own, but there are 9,000+ spaces in private lots and garages within a five-minute walk, each setting its own rate. You can pre-buy through ParkWhiz, and street meters are free after 5 PM.

Getting there

The arena is downtown at 3rd St and Frisco Ave. The rideshare zone is on 1st St between Denver and Cheyenne; Lyft code BOKCENTERLYFT gives new riders 50% off. Tulsa Transit buses and the Aero BRT also serve downtown.

Bar scene

The Blue Dome District and the Tulsa Arts District are a few blocks away, with bars, breweries and restaurants; Arena Pub & Grill sits directly across from the arena.

Pre-game bars

  • Arena Pub & Grill — Sports bar and eatery at 201 S Denver Ave, directly across from the BOK Center.
  • Welltown Brewing — Laid-back local brewery with a rooftop patio at 114 W Archer St in the Arts District.
  • The Tavern — Modern take on a neighborhood pub at 201 N Main St in the Arts District.

Insider tips

  • Clear bag only (12"x6"x12" or a 1-gallon bag), plus a non-clear purse up to 5"x8".
  • The arena is cashless inside; Guest Services in the Grand Lobby swaps cash for a voucher card.
  • Expect walk-through metal detectors at every entrance, so arrive early.
  • No re-entry, and empty reusable water bottles aren't allowed.
  • Tickets are mobile only, and screenshots won't scan.

🧳 Visiting BOK Center as an away fan

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