Enjoy thousands of holiday lights, music, and fun for the whole family at Festival Nights. We are excited to welcome you and your family back into the Villa for an unforgettable indoor and outdoor holiday experience. Sip cocoa by the fire, say hello to Santa, take home a one-of-kind art project, and marvel at the sights and sounds of Philbrook Festival Nights. Select nights November 25 – December 24, 2022. Advance, timed entry ticket required.
As a Festival supporter, you underwrite $1 admission and fun activities to families in need year-round through Philbrook’s Museums for All program. You also provide critical support for the museum’s mission work to make a creative and connected community through art and gardens. Packages include tickets to the Festival Preview on November 19, commemorative 2022 Festival pin, complimentary admission on all Festival Nights, and corporate benefits.
Your guide to the ultimate Festival experience!See Map
Lego Villa
This year Lego Village becomes LEGO VILLA! See creations from the community throughout the entire historic Villa Philbrook. Or should we say Phil-Brick?More Info
Make & Take: Festive Greetings
Hands-on artmaking returns to Philbrook Festival! Swing by the printmaking studio in Mabee Lobby to print your choice of five unique holiday greeting card designs by local artists. Pick your favorite design, or collect the whole set!
Artists: Kalyn Fay Barnoski, May Yang, Jillian Selene, Bhadri Verduzco
*Buy (4) Make & Take Activity tickets and get a 5th free to complete the set! Discount will be applied when 5 tickets are added to your cart and is only available for advance purchases (prior to 5pm on each Festival Night).
Santa
Don’t end up on the naughty list. It’s your holiday season duty. Snap a selfie with Santa!
Santa will be available for photos on every Festival Night from 6:00pm until 8:30pm
Festival Night FAQs
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How do I purchase Festival Night tickets? Can I buy tickets at the door?
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Each Festival Night has a limited capacity. Advance, timed entry tickets are required. Please pre-purchase tickets for all guests in your party, including children, and arrive on time to ensure your spot. If you do not pre-purchase tickets and arrive at the time noted on your ticket, your party may not be admitted if maximum capacity is reached.
Tickets are available for all Festival Nights at philbrook.org/calendar or by calling Philbrook’s Guest Experience Team at 918-748-5300 during regular business hours. All sales are final.
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How do I purchase Make & Take Activity tickets?
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Make & Take Activity Tickets can be pre-purchased online for $5* at the same time you purchase admission tickets.
Redeem your pre-purchased activity tickets at the printmaking studio in Mabee Lobby to print your choice of five unique holiday greeting card designs by local artists. Pick your favorite design, or collect the whole set!
Artists: Kalyn Fay Barnoski, May Yang, Jillian Rutherford
*Buy five (5) Make & Take Activity tickets and get one of them free! Discount will be applied when 5 tickets are added to your cart and is only available for advance purchases (prior to 5pm on each Festival Night).
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What activities will be available for children?
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Each Festival Night features holiday lights and music in the gardens, a make-and-take art activity for children and families (additional ticket(s) required per participant), visits from Santa, s’mores and hot cocoa, Lego Villa and more!
Philbrook Festival Nights include a moving light show in the gardens in addition to other outdoor elements. In case of inclement weather, a portion of or all Festival Night activities may be cancelled. Please contact Philbrook’s Guest Experience Team at 918-748-5300 if you have questions relating to weather cancellations.
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What food and drink options are available?
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Kitchen 27 offers their popular Burger Night on the restaurant patio and a selection of hot cocoa, s’mores, and beverages. Indoor dining service is not available on Festival Nights.
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Where do I park and enter?
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Philbrook parking lots will be open during Festival Nights. If no parking spots are available, please park on the neighborhood streets. Please do not block driveways or park where signage is posted.
All accessible parking spaces are located in the upper-level lot. The lower-level parking lot connects to the museum entrance by stairs. For parking and direct access at the Garden-level, please visit the admissions desk when you arrive or call a member of our Guest Experience Team at 918-748-5300 to learn more about additional accessible parking options. For information on wheelchair access or other accessibility matters, please visit our Accessibility Page or contact us at 918-748-5300.
Entrance for Festival Nights will be through the main entrance of the Museum. Please arrive at the entry time indicated on your pre-purchased ticket and no more than 20 minutes after this entry time. Capacity is limited and ticketholders arriving early or late may not be admitted.
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Is there an accessible entry and pathway throughout the Gardens?
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We are committed to creating accessible experiences for all visitors.
The Museum and much of the garden and grounds are accessible for those using a wheelchair or mobility device. Some paths are steep and may have uneven surfaces. Please feel free to ask any Philbrook staff or volunteer, throughout the evening, for assistance and or additional accommodation.
For more information and answers about accessibility, visit our Accessibility Page or call us at 918-748-5300.
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Will the galleries, restaurant, and Shop be open on Festival Nights?
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The museum galleries will be open on Festival Nights. Be sure to check out Lego Villa!
The Shop at Philbrook is open during Festival Nights until 9pm.
Kitchen 27 offers their popular Burger Night on the restaurant patio and a selection of hot cocoa, s’mores, and beverages. Indoor dining service is not available on Festival Nights.
Family Activities
Spend time together this holiday season. Bring the whole family for a variety of daily offerings. Play hard. Recharge. Repeat.Learn More
2022 Collectible Festival Pin
Tulsa-based artist Claire Zevnik created the 33rd annual Philbrook Festival Pin using a fused glass technique. With over 25 years of glass experience Claire’s work is both traditional and contemporary in range of color and design.
All pins are one-of-a-kind. Designs & colors vary.Shop Online
Holiday Ornament
This Holiday Ornament has been created by Tulsa-based mixed media artist Bonnie Hossack. Specializing in hand-painted paper collage work in both 2D and 3D formats, Bonnie’s work also incorporates recycled and organic objects.
All ornaments are one-of-a-kind. Designs & colors vary.Shop Online
Philbrook Shop
Your list ends here.
The Shop at Philbrook is the perfect one-stop destination for holiday gifts and much more. Enjoy a wide variety of exclusive, locally produced products.
Wed–Sun, 10am–5pm, open until 9pm on Festival NightsShop Online
Gift Membership
This Festival season, gift a Philbrook Membership to share your love of art and gardens with someone who matters to you. All purchases made onsite will come with an exclusive gift!
To give the gift that lasts all year, visit philbrook.org/join, stop by during business hours, or call 918.748.5300.Gift a Membership
Dine at Kitchen 27
Enjoy lunch and brunch during regular general admission hours. Outdoor evening offerings on Festival Nights. For reservations, call 918-748-5367.More Info
Festival Presenting Sponsor
Festival Lights Sponsor
Festival Contributing Sponsors
The Zink Family
Festival Supporting Sponsor
Festival Platinum Patrons
Ruth Nelson
The Norman Family
Cindy & Bob Peterson
Suzanne & William K. Warren, Jr.
Festival Gold Patrons
Diana & Jim Benien
Frauke Petersen & John Burdge
Robyn & Larry Ewing
Marci & Stan Johnson
Adrienne Barnett & Scott Mccaulley
Susan & Bill Thomas
Festival Silver Patrons
Melinda & Mitch Adwon
Wendy & Gentner Drummond
Mary & Kevin Guinn
Robert J. LaFortune
Allison & Mark Lauinger
Marilyn & Larry Lee – RAM Energy
Marcia & Ron MacLeod
Paul Nelson
ROAM Communications
Sheri & Charlie Stinson
Festival Patrons
Robin Ballenger
Tonya & George Blair — Tulsa Powder Coatings
Sarah & Craig Buchan
Laura & Keith Colgan
Theresa Collins
Erin Donovan
Anne & Bruce Jones
Jan Jennings & Herb Gottfried
Sandy & Ed Moore
Claire Wood & David Oraee
Hannah & Joe Robson
Alice Rodgers
Mallory & Thomas Shannon
Kim Smith
Diane & Kelly Wood
Every Friday Museum-goers receive discounted $5 general admission after 5pm. Philbrook Members and Youth 17 & Under always receive free general admission. Advance, timed entry tickets recommended. Tickets available for reservation online or by phone at 918-748-5300. Not a Member? Join today!
Museums-on-Us
On the first full weekend of every month, Bank of America and Merrill Lynch cardholders enjoy free admission, compliments of the Bank of America Museums-on-Us program. Advance, timed entry tickets recommended. Tickets available by phone at 918-748-5300 or at the door.
Member Colleges
Students from Member Colleges receive free admission every day with valid ID. Advance, timed entry tickets recommended. Tickets available by phone at 918-748-5300.
Northeastern State University (Broken Arrow)
Northeastern State University (Tahlequah)
Oral Roberts University (Tulsa)
Oklahoma State University - Institute of Technology (Okmulgee)
Oklahoma State University (Tulsa)
University of Oklahoma (Tulsa)
Tulsa Community College
University of Tulsa
Want to become a member college? Contact our Development department at (918) 748-5320 to inquire about membership benefits for your institution.
Museums For All
Supports qualified guests visiting Philbrook for a minimal fee of $1 per person, up to four people, with the presentation of a SNAP Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) card, WIC (Women, Infant, Children), Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) Electronic Benefits (EBT) card, and SoonerCare. Children 17 and under always receive free general admission. Advance, timed tickets are recommended. Call us at 918-748-5300 during regular operating hours for more information or to reserve your ticket.
