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Leaves, Lattes, & Local Fun: October Happenings Near You
October 9, 2025
Hey y’all — fall is rolling in hard, and there are so many fun things happening around town between now and Halloween. If you’re up for exploring with me (or just want ideas to drop into your calendar), here’s what we know!
🎯 Featured Events & Spots
Tulsa Botanic Garden — Autumn in the Botanic Garden
When: Sept 18 – Oct 30, 2025
During this period, the garden is open Tuesday through Sunday, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. On Thursdays, the garden extends its hours until 8:00 PM for special events such as Bands & Blooms and the BOOtanical Experience.
Activities: Pumpkin patches, scarecrow displays, hay mazes, and Thursday night Bands & Blooms (6–8 p.m.) with live music. On Thursdays in October, the BOOtanical Experience brings trick-or-treat paths, games, costumed characters, and more in the Children’s Discovery Garden.
Check the full calendar here.
Safety Spooktacular — Broken Arrow (Rose District)
When: October 25, 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Activities: Candy, costume contests, inflatables, community booths, and more — a sweet and safe Halloween night out.
🎃 Other Local Picks You Should Check On
When: Friday, October 17, admission is free from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Activities: German beer tents, live music, family fun.
When: Oct 17–19 & 24–26
Friday, October 17: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Saturday, October 18: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Sunday, October 19: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Friday, October 24: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Saturday, October 25: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Sunday, October 26: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Activities: Spooky decorations, animal encounters, fun for kids and grownups.
When: Oct 18 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 pm
Activities: Costume parade, street festival, candy, inflatables.
When: September 26 through November 2. The farm welcomes visitors Tuesday through Sunday, from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM, and is closed on Mondays
Activities: Corn mazes, pumpkins, farm vibes.
Carmichael’s Pumpkin Patch — Bixby
When: Sept. 20 - Oct 31 Mon–Sat: 9:00 a.m.–7 :00p.m.; Sun: 10:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.
Admission: Free entry; some activities may have a small fee
Activities: Hay rides, camel rides, pony rides, corn maze, petting zoo, parakeet feeding, and more.
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