Today
in Tulsa
Wednesday, May 6th, 2026
Good morning, Tulsa. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 6th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Two years after an EF-4 tornado hit Barnsdall, many families are still rebuilding homes and repairing infrastructure. Town officials work with state — federal partners to secure grants and improve services to welcome returning residents. FOX 23
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Tulsa's Boxyard will close after nearly 10 years due to ongoing economic challenges; tenants must vacate by May 29 and management plans to explore redevelopment options for the site. News On 6
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Elote Cafe & Catering hosted its 17th Cinco de Mayo Street Festival on Tuesday, May 5 in downtown Tulsa, featuring street food, margaritas & theatrical lucha libre wrestling with a parachute taco drop and kids designing lucha masks during the Corn Cob Derby. FOX 23
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Bixby's robotics team earned top marks at the VEX World Championship, ranking among the top five out of 420 teams from 55+ countries. The program, started four years ago, advanced to the Grand Finals in the Dome. FOX 23
- ➤ Jenks Public Schools held its first Young Athletes Field Day Tuesday at the high school football field, where over 160 young students played with bubbles and hoops while high school volunteers led drills to introduce the fun of sports. Organizers said the event will become an annual tradition. FOX 23
- ➤ Asher Sauer — a second grader at Allen Bowden Public School — placed second in the OK-250 art contest on Monday at the State Capitol and received a $150 prize as part of the celebration for America’s 250th anniversary. News On 6
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Tulsa launched its third round of Community Conversations with city leaders on Tuesday night + residents had the opportunity to voice their concerns about local issues. FOX 23
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FC Tulsa vs Loudoun United Pro Soccer Match
FC Tulsa sits in first place in the USL Western Conference, and Friday’s home match is sure to be a thriller—just as $1 Beer Section Night returns to ONEOK Field. Today in Tulsa readers can enjoy up to 50% off day of game prices with this special offer.
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Jake Worthington Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — The Vanguard — Ticket prices vary — Experience country music from traditionalist Jake Worthington in a lively setting.
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Oddities and Curiosities Expo
May 8-10 — Expo Square — Entry fee varies — Explore unique vendors and bizarre finds at this captivating shopping experience.
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Smells Like Nirvana Tribute Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Vanguard — Ticket Pricing Available — Celebrate the legendary sounds of Nirvana with a national tribute band performing classic hits.
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Amber Wallin Comedy Show
6-9 p.m. — Tulsa’s Bricktown Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of laughter with Amber Wallin's unique storytelling and humor.
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Dungeon Crawler Carl: A Parade of Horribles Midnight Release
5-11 p.m. — Magic City Books — $8 off pre-orders — Celebrate the release of book #8 with games, food, and special merchandise at this exciting midnight event.
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Whose Live Anyway
7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Tulsa Theater — Ticket prices vary — Get ready to roar with laughter at this live improv comedy show featuring stars from the acclaimed TV series.
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Wine & Food Pairing Tasting
6-8 p.m. — Ti Amo Ristorante Italiano Downtown — $60 — Experience a curated tasting of five Italian wines paired with delicious small plates.
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Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban in Concert
7:00 – 8:30 PM — Tulsa Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of the wizarding world with live orchestral music accompanying this beloved film.
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Tech N9ne Live in Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Tulsa Theater — Prices vary — Experience an electrifying night of hip-hop with Tech N9ne and E-40 at a historic venue.
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School of Rock All School Show
11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. — The Vanguard — $15 — Experience a showcase of rock legends performed by the next generation of Tulsa rock stars.
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