1. Tulsans Are As Sweet As Their Tea
Tulsans are easy people to get to know. They’ll greet you while you’re grabbing the mail, invite you in for coffee, and before you know it, you’ve told them your whole life story.
2. Riverside Drive Is The Perfect Place For A Romantic Stroll Or Ride
When you want a little peace and quiet, Riverside Drive is the perfect green oasis within the city. It’s not a bad place to watch a sunset together either.
3. They’ll Take You On An Old School Drive-In Movie Date At The Admiral Twin
There’s nothing more romantic than curling up in under the stars and watching a film together. Plus, who doesn’t want to see a movie where “The Outsiders” was filmed?
4. They’ll Have You Rooting On The Tulsa Oilers In No Time
It’s all about hockey in Tulsa. Your partner’s enthusiasm for the team will have you donning a hard hat and cheering on the Oilers by the next game.
5. Tulsans Love And Value Their Community
No matter what happens, Tulsans have each other’s backs. They’ll help clean up storm damage, find a lost cat, or pick a neighbor’s kid up from school. When you date a Tulsan, you get to be a part of that awesome community too.
6. You’ll Always Have Something To Do On A Sunday Morning
If you throw a rock in Tulsa, you’ll hit a church—so don’t throw any rocks. And, if you’re not one for church, there’s always brunch at Queenie’s.
7. Your Life Will Never Be The Same After Your First Trip To QuikTrip
Normally convenience store food is something people go out of their way to avoid. Those people have clearly never been to QuikTrip. Be sure to stock up on some enchiladas for a picnic with your partner in the park.
8. Great Music Is The Center Of Their Universe
Featuring bands like Cold War Kids and Young The Giant, the Center of the Universe Festival is the perfect way to spend the weekend with your beau.
9. You’ll Slow Down And Start Living On Tulsa Time
Things move at a different pace in Tulsa. A partner from this city will teach you how to slow down and appreciate the little things in life.
10. They’ll Never Shame You For Dancing Around In Your Underwear And Singing Hanson Songs
In fact, they’ll probably join you. The band is from the area, so their 90s hit is everyone’s favorite guilty pleasure. Close your curtains and mmm-bop away!
11. Tulsans Know How To Respond In A Crisis
You just heard a tornado warning on the radio, so you call your Tulsan partner. Twenty minutes later, they arrive at your house with a case of bottled water, a six-pack, and tons of snacks from QuikTrip.
12. Sonic Is A Perfectly Acceptable Pre-Paycheck Date
And, really, a post-paycheck date too. Sonic is just awesome. If you want to pleasantly surprise a Tulsa partner, bring them to a restaurant with tater tots and a wait staff on skates.
13. If You Root For Jenks And They Root For Union, You’ll Be A Shakespearean Love Story
Never has there been a more dramatic high school football rivalry than the one between Jenks and Union.
Seriously. Was there a documentary made about your high school’s football rivalry? Not unless you went to Jenks or Union.
14. A Steak Dinner In Tulsa Is Chicken-Fried And Covered In Gravy
A little more likely to make your doctor annoyed with you? Maybe. A lot more delicious than a plain filet? Definitely.
15. Cain's Ballroom Is The Best Date Spot For Live Music And Drinks
Cain’s Ballroom has been around since 1924, but there’s nothing stuffy about this modern music venue. It’s where the best bands go to play when they pass through Tulsa on tour.
16. You Can See The Longest Running Play In The Country Together
The Drunkard has been running at the Spotlight Theater since 1953, and audiences can still catch a performance every Saturday evening. The dramatic nature of the temperance play has an oddly comic effect over time, which makes for a fun night out.
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