BOK Center, Tulsa

The BOK Center (Bank of Oklahoma Center) is Tulsa’s premier indoor sports and entertainment arena, seating up to 19,199 spectators. Located in the heart of downtown, this architectural landmark was designed by world-renowned architect César Pelli, also known for the Petronas Towers in Malaysia. Built as the flagship project of Tulsa County’s Vision 2025 initiative, the arena combines sweeping Art Deco, Native American, and modern design elements to reflect Tulsa’s cultural identity.

The structure itself is a visual marvel: 33,000 stainless steel panels and a 600-foot-long, 103-foot-high glass façade create a spiraling, dynamic silhouette. The interior mirrors this movement with sweeping staircases and a vast, light-filled lobby. The building contains 565,000 square feet of space, with the arena’s roof rising 120 feet over the main floor and encircled by a 930-foot HD ribbon screen. Seating capacity is adjustable depending on the event-from around 13,600 for concerts to nearly 19,200 for center-stage performances.

Inside, fans enjoy wider-than-average seats, 37 luxury suites, and a second-level carpeted concourse with full bar service and press areas. Even the terrazzo flooring features mother-of-pearl inlays, showcasing attention to detail and quality. Private contributions helped fund enhancements such as a light display along the glass façade and a high-tech scoreboard.

A true centerpiece of Tulsa’s skyline, the BOK Center continues to host major concerts, sports events, and entertainment spectacles while standing as a symbol of civic pride and innovative design.