Main Event Tulsa is a video arcade operating on South Santa Fe Avenue in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Categorized in directory data as a dedicated video arcade, the venue is part of a regional entertainment mix that also includes bowling lounges, board-game cafés, and laundromat-bar hybrids scattered across the Tulsa metro.
Tulsa has long punched above its weight as a gaming city, with a tradition of pinball halls, arcade bars, and family entertainment centers that serve neighborhoods from the downtown core to the southern suburbs. Main Event’s south-side address places it in a part of the metro that draws visitors from Broken Arrow, Jenks, and Bixby, all within a short drive along the Riverside Parkway corridor.
For visitors comparing options across the region, the broader arcade finder and the interactive arcade map both list this venue alongside nearby Tulsa spots such as Andy B’s – Tulsa, OK, Tulsa Arcades, University of Wash Laundromat Arcade Bar, Dust Bowl Lanes and Lounge, and Shuffles Board Game Cafe.
At a Glance
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Address | 7830 S Santa Fe Ave, Tulsa, Oklahoma |
| Phone | +1 918-447-1200 |
| Hours | Sun 10 AM–12 AM · Mon 10 AM–1 AM · Tue–Thu 10 AM–12 AM · Fri 10 AM–2 AM · Sat 9 AM–2 AM |
| Rating | 4.3 out of 5 from 4,700 Google reviews |
| Best For | Video arcade fans, group outings, late-evening sessions |
The Scene
Main Event Tulsa carries a 4.3 out of 5 average rating across roughly 4,700 Google reviews, a strong mark for a busy video arcade in a competitive market. That volume of feedback signals a steady stream of players passing through the doors, with the typical mix of families, friend groups, and after-work crowds taking advantage of the late weeknight hours on offer.
The venue’s daily opening pattern shapes its character as much as any machine list does. Late-morning starts on weekdays, an earlier 9 AM open on Saturdays, and closings that stretch to 2 AM on Friday and Saturday nights all point to a location that serves both daytime family visits and late-night arcade runs. Detailed review commentary and curated player highlights are not currently available for this listing, so readers should treat the star rating as the most reliable public signal of player sentiment until further data is published.
Games & Machines
Main Event Tulsa is categorized as a video arcade, a broad classification that typically encompasses modern redemption machines, driving and shooting titles, rhythm and music games, and other electronic cabinets found on contemporary arcade floors. Verified machine-level data and a confirmed game list for this specific location are not included in the current directory record, so the exact lineup on the floor cannot be summarized here. Visitors who want to know which titles are currently set up should call the venue directly or check the official website before making the trip.
Visiting
Main Event Tulsa sits at 7830 S Santa Fe Ave on Tulsa’s south side, an easy stop for anyone coming from the Riverside Parkway corridor or the broader south-metro suburbs. The phone line, +1 918-447-1200, is the quickest way to confirm same-day operations, group rates, and any venue-specific policies before driving over.
The weekly hours pattern is consistent and player-friendly. Doors open at 10 AM most days, with Saturdays starting an hour earlier at 9 AM. Closings run to midnight Sunday through Thursday, push to 1 AM on Monday, and stretch to 2 AM on both Friday and Saturday. There is no missing-day gap in the week, so the arcade is open every day barring unusual circumstances.
Verified age policies, food-and-drink offerings, and party or event booking details are not included in the current record, so those topics are best confirmed directly with the venue. Operators who want to update any of those fields, or correct the listing overall, can claim the listing through RetroArcade.com. Readers planning a broader Tulsa gaming trip can browse the full set of Oklahoma entries through the arcade finder or plot stops geographically on the interactive arcade map.