The City of Tulsa will celebrate its immigrant and refugee communities during Welcoming Week, a celebration across our nation that brings immigrants, refugees, and long term residents together, that takes place during September each year. Welcoming Week is an annual campaign that celebrates the work in communities to become welcoming places for all, including immigrants. Launched in 2012 by Welcoming America and its members, Welcoming Week provides individuals and organizations the opportunity to showcase their values through events and initiatives that foster connections and collaboration between immigrants and non-immigrants, as well as belonging for all.
If you would like to get involved in Welcoming Week events please email resilient@cityoftulsa.org.
Thursday, September 10, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Hannah Hall, 1801 S. Garnett Rd., Tulsa, OK 74128
Hosted by: Eastside Rise and City of Tulsa
A community celebration honoring the path toward the American dream. This special gathering will bring our community together for an evening of connection, food and joy. Guests are invited to bring a potluck dish to share.
Saturday, September 12, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Summerglen Plaza Park, 3607 S. 139th E. Ave., Tulsa, OK 74134
Hosted by: City of Tulsa
An international community soccer tournament that brings together teams representing countries and cultures from immigrant and refugee communities. The event aims to promote connection, teamwork and cultural exchange through sport.
Monday, September 14, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Tulsa Tech Lemley Memorial Campus, Training Room 8, 3420 S. Memorial Drive, Tulsa, OK 74145
Hosted by: Tinker Federal Credit Union, and Office of Financial Empowerment and Community Wealth
An educational financial literacy class designed to help you build a strong financial foundation. This session will walk participants through the basics of smart money management, credit scores and reports, steps to protect your financial health and investing for retirement.
Tuesday, September 15, 6 - 8 p.m.
St. Thomas More Catholic Church, 2720 S. 129th E. Ave., Tulsa, OK 74134
Hosted by: City of Tulsa
A workshop designed to help immigrants and refugees confidently navigate life in the United States. Local experts, advocates and service providers will share practical information, legal guidance and language access resources to strengthen participants' rights and improve access to essential services.
Wednesday, September 16, 4:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Santa Fe Square Plaza, 415 E. 2nd St. S., Tulsa, OK 74120
Hosted by: Downtown Tulsa Partnership
A vibrant weekly urban market that celebrates local food, home goods, art and entertainment. Stop by this open-air marketplace to shop, explore and connect with the community, or sign up as a vendor. Learn more at downtowntulsa.com/about/dtp-events/market
Thursday, September 17, 5 – 6:30 p.m.
7 N Cheyenne Ave, Tulsa, OK 74103
Hosted by: Tulsa Visa Network and Elevate Your Career
An impactful workshop designed to empower Internationally Skilled Immigrants to start a new career, advance in their professional journey, and expand their local network. This engaging experience will provide practical guidance on the American Work Culture and strategies to help you stand out in today’s job market. Enjoy dedicated time for networking to expand your professional network and build new connections while you enjoy light snacks and refreshing beverages. Register here: https://go.experiencetulsa.org/welcome-week-2026
Friday, September 18, 5 - 9 p.m.
Chapman Green, 600 S. Main St., Tulsa, OK 74119
Hosted by: Downtown Tulsa Partnership
A community-wide celebration of arts and culture in the heart of the city, honoring Tulsa's vibrant ethnic and racial communities. Now in its third year, the festival features performances, demonstrations, food trucks, local vendors and artists. Learn more at downtowntulsa.com/about/dtp-events/918-day-festival
Saturday, September 19; Parade: 3 - 4 p.m., Festival: 4 - 9 p.m.
Parade: Cooper Elementary School, 1808 S. 123rd E. Ave., Tulsa, OK 74128
Festival: Hannah Hall, Tulsa, OK, 1801 S. Garnett Rd., Tulsa, OK 74128
Hosted by: Tulsa Global District
An East Tulsa's signature Hispanic Heritage Month celebration featuring a community parade and cultural festival that showcases the music, food, traditions, and cultures of Hispanic and Latin American communities. Learn more at www.globaldistrict.org/lafiestadetulsa.
Welcoming Week is an annual campaign and celebration to showcase the movement of communities striving to be more welcoming places for all, including immigrants and refugees. Launched in 2012 by Welcoming America and its members, Welcoming Week provides individuals and communities the opportunity to proclaim welcoming values through events and local initiatives that foster mutual understanding between immigrants and non-immigrants, as well as deeper belonging for all.
Welcoming America is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization that leads a movement of inclusive communities becoming more prosperous by ensuring everyone belongs. Through the Welcoming Network, we work to change systems and culture by providing communities the roadmap they need to create welcoming policies and share new approaches to inclusion to create an environment where everyone can truly thrive. Learn more at www.welcomingamerica.org.
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