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Tulsa's downtown arena
The BOK Center, short for Bank of Oklahoma Center, is the 19,199-seat arena at 200 South Denver Avenue in downtown Tulsa. It is the city's stop for arena concert tours, and it is home to the Tulsa Oilers of the ECHL (minor-league hockey) and an indoor football team also called the Tulsa Oilers. Professional Bull Riders events, wrestling and family shows fill out the calendar. For most events the best seats are the lower-level sideline sections around 110 and 121; the front rows of the 300 level are the value play.
The arena has carried the bank's name since it opened in 2008, so there is no former name to sort out. People in Tulsa call it the BOK Center or simply the BOK.
How the bowl is laid out
The seating bowl has three tiers: a lower level, a middle ring given over to 37 luxury suites and press space, and an upper level. Section numbers below come from the RateYourSeats section directory, and the venue's own FAQ confirms the 100-level numbering by locating elevators outside sections 103 and 112 and guest services outside 101.
100 level: sections 101–122
The lower bowl wraps the floor in 22 sections. Sections 110 and 121 sit at center court for basketball, facing each other across the floor, with their neighbors forming the rest of each sideline. The low end-zone sections sit behind the baskets or the goals.
Suite level
The second tier is mostly suites, each with 15 seats, which is why there is no 200 level for general seating.
300 level: sections 301–328
The upper level runs from 301 to 328, with 313 and 327 at center. Because the suite ring is relatively thin, the front of the 300 level is closer to the floor than its numbers suggest.
The floor
For concerts the floor is divided into numbered floor sections (Floor 1 through Floor 10 on many maps) or sold as general admission standing room. Every seat in the building is 20 to 22 inches wide, wider than the industry norm, which makes a difference in a long show.
Best seats by event
Concerts
For an end-stage show, the floor sections straight back from the stage, often labeled Floor 4 and Floor 7, give the most direct view. If you want a seat above the crowd, the lower sideline sections closest to the stage show the performers' faces and the side screens; sections at the far end of the 100 level face the stage head-on and show the full production at a distance. For a center-stage show, capacity rises to 19,199 and every side faces the stage, so the low rows of any 100-level section are good.
Oilers hockey
Hockey capacity is 17,096. Center ice lines up with the same sideline sections, around 110 and 121. Seats several rows up in the lower level see over the glass more cleanly than the first rows do. ECHL crowds rarely fill the building, so lower-level tickets are usually within reach.
Basketball and bull riding
For basketball (17,839) the midcourt sections are the obvious choice. For Professional Bull Riders events, held here since 2009, a seat a dozen or more rows up in the lower level gives a clear look over the arena fencing and the riders.
Seats to avoid
- Top rows of the 300-level corners: the longest view in the building.
- Sections beside or behind an end stage: partial views of the stage and screens.
- The first rows behind a hockey goal: the glass and netting distort the view of the far end.
Capacity by configuration
The BOK Center has 17,343 fixed seats, and the total changes with the setup:
- Center-stage concert: 19,199
- Basketball: 17,839
- Hockey: 17,096
- Arena football: 16,582
- Partial-house concert: 13,644
A partial-house setup means part of the building is not sold, so the seats that are sold tend to be the closer ones.
Parking and getting downtown
The BOK Center has no parking lot of its own. As of 2026, the venue says more than 9,000 spaces sit within a five-minute walk in privately run garages and lots, each setting its own event rates. You can prepay a space through the arena's ParkWhiz partner, which is worth doing for a sellout. Street meters downtown are free after 5 p.m., so an early arrival can avoid garage fees entirely.
- Rideshare: the pickup and drop-off zone is on 1st Street between Denver and Cheyenne Avenues.
- Accessible drop-off: West 3rd Street between Denver and Frisco Avenues, near the main entrance.
- Transit: the arena points riders to Tulsa Transit, including the Aero bus rapid transit line.
Details are on the arena's parking page.
Bag policy and entry rules
As of 2026, the BOK Center allows clear bags up to 12 by 6 by 12 inches, a one-gallon clear plastic bag, or a small purse or clutch no larger than 5 by 8 inches that does not need to be clear. Backpacks are prohibited. Diaper bags are allowed with a child, and medical exceptions are made at the door. Check the current bag policy before you go.
- Re-entry: strictly prohibited once you exit.
- Smoking and vaping: not allowed inside.
- Accessibility: elevators sit outside sections 103 and 112, and wheelchair escorts are available from guest services outside section 101.
- Sensory needs: KultureCity sensory kits with headphones are free to borrow at guest services.
Design and history
Tulsa voters approved the Vision 2025 sales-tax package in September 2003 after rejecting arena plans in 1997 and 2000. César Pelli, architect of the Petronas Towers, designed the building, with its 600-foot glass wall and spiraling stainless-steel skin. Ground was broken on August 31, 2005, and the arena opened with a ribbon cutting featuring Garth Brooks and Hanson on August 30, 2008. Total cost reached about 196 million dollars, including 18 million in private upgrades.
The Eagles played the first announced concert in September 2008 and sold out a second date. The Oklahoma City Thunder played their first preseason game here in October 2008, the WNBA's Tulsa Shock called it home from 2010 to 2015, and it hosted NCAA tournament games in 2011. Paul McCartney's October 22, 2025 show became the highest-grossing concert in the building's history.
Frequently asked questions
What is the BOK Center's capacity?
Up to 19,199 for a center-stage concert, 17,839 for basketball and 17,096 for hockey. The building has 17,343 fixed seats.
Does the BOK Center have its own parking?
No. The arena does not own or run parking, but more than 9,000 spaces in private garages and lots sit within a five-minute walk, and spaces can be prepaid through ParkWhiz. Downtown street meters are free after 5 p.m.
What is the BOK Center bag policy?
As of 2026, clear bags up to 12 by 6 by 12 inches, a one-gallon clear plastic bag, or a non-clear purse or clutch up to 5 by 8 inches. Backpacks are not allowed; check the current rules before you go.
What does BOK stand for?
Bank of Oklahoma, which bought the naming rights before the arena opened in 2008. The full name is the Bank of Oklahoma Center.
What are the best seats at the BOK Center?
Lower-level sideline sections around 110 and 121 for hockey and basketball, and the floor sections straight back from the stage for concerts. The front rows of the 300 level near 313 and 327 are the value pick.
Can you leave the BOK Center and come back in?
No. Re-entry is strictly prohibited once you exit the building.