Season 57 Kickoff Party
September 4, 2025 | 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Event Details
Next Stop: Creativity. The Art Directors Club of Tulsa is pulling into THE CREATIVE PIT STOP for our Season Kickoff Party, a roadside refuel for the creative spirit. Roll in to Heirloom Rustic Ales on Thursday, September 4, from 6–8 PM and join us for a free evening filled with inspiration, connection, and momentum for the road ahead.
Here’s what’s on the map:
- Season Lineup Reveal – Get the first look at the journey ahead.
- Discounted Memberships – Join the caravan at a special kickoff rate.
- Food Truck Eats – Fuel up with flavors made for the open road.
- New ADCT Swag – Retro gear for the ride.
- Meet the Board – Shake hands with the crew driving the season.
- Creative Networking – Pull off the highway and swap stories with fellow travelers.
Whether you’re cruising for connection or running low on creative fuel, this pit stop is your chance to slow down, recharge, and roll out with momentum, Route 66 style. HONORING THE ROAD, CELEBRATING THE DESTINATION.
Always Open to the Community
All club events are open to the public!
Events are always free for ADCT members, and tickets are available to purchase online or in-person at every event.
Bringing The Community Together
ADCT Events
For decades, the Art Directors Club of Tulsa has hosted events that not only bring the creative community together but also provide a powerful platform for creators to share their ideas and experiences. These gatherings have served as a space for education, inspiration, and meaningful dialogue—showcasing both local & national talent and fostering connections that strengthen our creative landscape. Through keynote speakers, Shop Talks, and community-driven initiatives, we continue to support growth, learning, and collaboration across generations.
Speaker
Each season brings notable guest speakers from the creative industry including designers, illustrators, photographers, art directors and more. They come from around the country to inspire our advertising and art community.
Shop Talk
A free event that gives our membership base and the Tulsa community an opportunity to join us for a behind the scenes look at inspirational places and people in our city. Previous Shop Talks have included tours, Q&A’s, and open houses. We use this time to get to know each other, share ideas, and keep things casual.
Graphex
An annual art and design competition featuring the best work of Tulsa creatives! Guest judges from across the country critique both professional and student work. Student portfolio winners are awarded cash prizes and winning work will be on display and celebrated during an elegant award ceremony.
Kern & Burn
An annual fast-paced design competition where designers, copywriters, misfits and creatives of all types band together to crank out their best work under the tightest deadlines. Teams must fight their way through 3 fiery rounds of audience banter and fierce judgment, using only the design assets provided to them.