4th of July shenanigans, brewery tours, soup group, hilltop project update, and more. 
Happy Fourth of July, Tulsa. You know the drill – grab your coffee (or whatever you sip in the morning), kick back, and let Tulsa Brief serve up everything you need to know for the weekend ahead:
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Firecracker 5K 🎆
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Brewery tour 🍻
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Pups & popsicles 🐶
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Things to do 📆
Let’s get to it.
📰 In the news
Tulsa’s Hilltop project launch: The Tulsa Housing Authority has secured $36 million to develop 106 affordable apartments on the former Sunset Plaza site, with construction set to begin this September — read the full story.
Cherokee Nation fitness boost: Cherokee Nation partnered with the YMCA of Greater Tulsa to launch a wellness initiative covering up to $175,000 in gym memberships for citizens — read the full story.
Tulsa youth filmmakers shine: Student directors debuted “We R One,” a documentary chronicling coach Kode Ransom’s mentorship of local kids through basketball and Greenwood District tours — check out the debut.
Compare rates for free: The average driver pays $175 a month on car insurance, but most of us are paying way too much. If it’s been a while since you shopped around, you’re likely part of that “most of us” — this comparison tool can save you hundreds.
Highlights this week
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Dozens of colleges request tuition hikes
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Oklahoma athletes dominate honor roll
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Attend this 4th of July neighborhood parade
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Healing clinic offers donation-based ear care
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Jenks BoomFest cancelled at the last minute 🙁
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📆 Tulsa happenings
All events are subject to change without notice. Please check official event pages and social media for the most up to date information.
Today
🏃 Fleet Feet Firecracker @ Fleet Feet Tulsa – Blue Dome | Friday (7/4) at 7:30 am – Lace up for one of Tulsa’s oldest and most spirited 5Ks, winding through a scenic downtown loop. Post-race rewards include live music, cold brews (21+), and a victory dance in the sun. Special under-18 pricing means the whole crew can sprint, stroll, or jog into holiday mode.
🐶 Pups & Popsicles @ Tails & Ales | Friday (7/4) at 11 am – Cool off with frozen treats alongside your pup in the park—no better way to kick off the holiday. Free popsicles and good vibes run until 7 pm, so bring Fido, rally your crew, and make some tail-waggin’ memories before the fireworks.
🍺 Brewery Tours @ Cabin Boys Brewery | Friday (7/4) at 3 pm – Peek behind the curtain of Tulsa’s top brews for just $16. Guided by our brewmasters, you’ll learn the hoppy secrets, enjoy a pint (or two), and snag a souvenir glass to prove you survived tour de beer. Pro tip: snacks are optional, thirst inevitable.
This weekend
⚽ 3v3 Live @ Union Soccer Club Complex | Saturday (7/5) at 9 am – Grab your cleats and your squad for the ultimate summer showdown on the turf! This 3v3 tournament is perfect for all ages and skill levels—coaches and players welcome. Register now to claim your spot in the July heat!
🛠 Beginner’s Metal Workshop @ Garden Deva Sculpture | Saturday (7/5) at 9 am – Ever wanted to bend steel with a plasma torch? Kick off your creative weekend by forging garden sculptures from raw metal circles. Our hands-on class guides you step-by-step—bring a friend and leave with your very own masterpiece (and a new skill set!).
🍿 Movies in the Cove @ Hardesty Regional Library | Saturday (7/5) at 10 am – Bring the whole family to Connor’s Cove for a free morning screening of this fun-packed PG adventure. Cozy up on the lawn and enjoy monsters, mayhem, and plenty of laughs under the open sky.
🎵 Reverend Horton Heat @ The Shrine | Saturday (7/5) at 7 pm – Tulsa’s own psychobilly legends bring their turbo-charged blend of rockabilly, punk, and surf to the Shrine for a night of frenetic riffs and whiskey-soaked anthems.
🚗 Legendary Midnight Drags @ Tulsa Raceway Park Osage Casino | Saturday (7/5) at 10 pm – Ready to burn rubber under the stars? Cruise into the night at Tulsa Raceway Park for a high-octane showdown where cars and bikes roar to life. With gates opening at 10 pm and plenty of safety rules to keep the action legit, this is your ticket to adrenaline-fueled fun (kids under 10 race free with a paid adult!).
💪 Zumba with Ariane – Fitness on the Green @ Guthrie Green | Sunday (7/6) at 10:30 am – Turn your Sunday workout into a dance-floor party with Ariane’s high-energy Zumba set against the green expanse of Guthrie Green. From salsa to reggaeton, every move is designed to torch calories and boost your mood—no dance experience required.
🍲 Sunday Soup Group @ Burning Cedar Sovereign Wellness | Sunday (7/6) at 3 pm – Gather to craft and share a big pot of soul-warming soup made with traditional Indigenous ingredients—free for all and reserved space for our Indigenous relatives. Connect, nourish, and take home extra meals, as you help provide community support one ladle at a time.
🎶 Live music & entertainment
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7/4 Malistik @ Rabbit Hole Bar – 12 am
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7/4 Desi & Cody @ Brut Hotel – 6 pm
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7/4 DJ Ayngel @ LandShark Pool Bar – 6 pm
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7/4 Overtime @ The Shrine – 7 pm
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7/5 Reverend Horton Heat @ The Shrine – 8 pm
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7/5 Colin Babb & Friends @ The Vanguard – 7 pm
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7/5 Rocket Science @ 5 o’clock Somewhere Bar – 9 pm
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7/6 Dale Watson & his Lonestars @ Mercury Lounge – 8 pm
🏠️ Price Is Right – Tulsa edition
How it works: We’re going to give you some facts about a home for sale, including a picture of the outside, the kitchen, and one additional room. Your job? Guess how much it’s listed for (preferably before you click to find out).
*This️ 👇️ could be your listing. Hit us up if you’ve got a home (or 12) to sell.
Listed by: Mary-Beth Hafer (Salt Real Estate, Inc.)
In Forest Hills, mature trees barely conceal sleek vinyl siding and a roof so fresh it mocks the block. A paneled study opens to floor-to-ceiling windows framing a Gunite pool with a custom elephant cover—because ordinary covers are boring. Three living zones flow seamlessly, and patio doors wink open to daily sunsets just a stroll from Utica Square.
Refinished wood floors lead to a gourmet kitchen flaunting new countertops and a powerhouse stove. Vaulted primary suite overlooks the backyard oasis, Ring security and surge-proof panels handle the tech side, and six baths guarantee no one waits in line.
Make your guess, then (and only then)… see how much it costs →
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