TULSA, Okla. — Arvest Winterfest returned to Tulsa on Nov. 24, for the 16th year.
Over the weekend, people flocked to the BOK Center for a number of events and activities.
As the event continues through the season, donation drives are benefiting a number of charities in Tulsa that help the homeless.
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Visitors can check out one of Oklahoma's tallest outdoor Christmas trees that rises to 44 feet and is strung in over 35,000 lights.
There is an ice rink outside next to the BOK Center and visitors can even ride inside a horse-drawn carriage and get a visit and candy from Segway Santa.
One of the weekly discounts includes discounted admission for skating on Mondays. That comes with the donation of a non-perishable canned good, which benefits Iron Gate.
Iron Gate hosts an emergency food pantry on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 1 pm to 2:20 pm. Through its soup kitchen, grocery pantry, and kid's pack pantry, Iron Gate helps feed the hungry and homeless of Tulsa every day.
This is a walk-in pantry where those in need can shop for their groceries. They just need an appointment but can only do it once a month.
Visitors can also receive discounted admission for skating on "Warmth Wednesdays" just donate a new or slightly used coat, blanket, scarf, or pair of gloves. All of that benefits the City Lights Foundation of Oklahoma.
This is a nonprofit organization helping those experiencing homelessness since 2013 through what it calls relational service and dignified housing. The City Lights Foundation runs a number of programs in the Tulsa area, serving individuals experiencing homelessness.
Another weekly discount is for Cox customers, who can skate at half-price on Sundays.
However, you still have lots of time to explore everything downtown, with Arvest Winterfest running through Jan. 2.
For event schedules, ticket information, and more, you can click here.
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