As we kick off this monumental year—the 2026 Route 66 Centennial—Tulsa is buzzing with more than just New Year's resolutions. This city was built by visionaries like Cyrus Avery, a man who saw a path for America where others just saw dirt.
If you're like me, you might feel a little behind on your January checklist because you've been busy working your own mission. Whether you're on shift at the station, pulling a double at the hospital, or scouting for that perfect "forever" home, there is a lot happening in our city this month to keep your spirits high and your sights set on the future.
Since Tulsa is the official "Capital of Route 66," the Centennial celebrations are starting early.