Upcoming at Mabee Center
Gaither Vocal Band
Mabee Center · 2:00 PM CT
Grammy winning southern gospel and Homecoming harmonies from a genre institution, headlining Tulsa.
Anne Wilson
Mabee Center · 7:00 PM CT
Faith and country in one big voice, the My Jesus singer, headlining Tulsa.
The Mabee Center is the arena on the Oral Roberts University campus in south Tulsa, a multipurpose room that scales from a few thousand seats up to about 10,000 for a full house. It opened in 1972 and was the biggest arena in eastern Oklahoma until the BOK Center came along downtown. A major 2021 renovation gave it new seats, a new sound system, and a fresh look, so the old arena feels modern.
It is best known as the home of ORU Golden Eagles basketball, but it also pulls in big touring concerts, comedy, graduations, conferences, and family shows. For concerts it usually runs as a seated arena, with floor seats down front, a lower level around the bowl, an upper level above, and suites. It is a true arena night, so expect a big crowd and a big stage.
The campus sits on South Lewis in south Tulsa, ringed by acres of free parking, which makes getting in and out painless compared to a downtown show. If the act you want is playing the Mabee Center, you are in for a full arena show with an easy, relaxed night around it.
Mabee Center seating and floor plan
A seating, layout, and best seats guide for Mabee Center in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
Good to know before you go
- What are the best seats at the Mabee Center?
- For a concert it usually runs as an end stage arena. Floor seats put you closest to the stage, the lower level wraps the floor with a clear, close view, and the upper level gives you the wide arena vantage at a friendlier price. Suites are the premium option. Check the seating chart for your show, since the setup changes by event.
- Does the Mabee Center have assigned seats?
- Yes for most events. It is a reserved seat arena with floor, lower level, upper level, and suite sections, so your ticket is tied to a seat. The exact layout depends on the show, so check the seating chart.
- Where is the Mabee Center and where do you park?
- It is on the Oral Roberts University campus at 7777 South Lewis Avenue in south Tulsa, surrounded by acres of parking. Parking is easy and usually free, which makes arrivals and exits simple.
- What does the Mabee Center host?
- A lot. It is the home of ORU Golden Eagles basketball and also hosts touring concerts, comedy, graduations, conferences, NCAA tournaments, and family shows.
- How big is the Mabee Center?
- It seats around 10,000 at full capacity and can scale down to a few thousand for smaller shows. That makes it Tulsa's midsize to large arena option, smaller than the BOK Center but a real arena.
- Is it all ages?
- Most events are open to all ages, though some carry an age recommendation or limit listed on the show. Children may need a ticket depending on the event, so check before you go.
- How do I get tickets and get in?
- Most events use reserved tickets you can show on your phone. Bring your ticket and arrive early to park on campus and find your section. Parking is plentiful, so the main thing is giving yourself time to walk in.
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