Looking for section numbers and the best seats by level? See the The Shrine Seating Chart.
Upcoming events at The Shrine
Dates and live ticket listings appear here as soon as they are on sale. The guide below covers what to know before you buy.
A 21-and-over club at 18th and Boston
The Shrine is an independent live music venue at 112 E. 18th St. in Tulsa, Oklahoma, on the corner of 18th Street and Boston Avenue just south of downtown. It is a 21-and-over club with a stage, a large dance floor and a full bar, built for mid-sized touring acts and local bands rather than arena tours. This is not the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles or a Shriners hall; it is a Tulsa rock club.
Sources differ slightly on the opening year: the Tulsa LocalWiki lists 2012, and a 2023 TulsaPeople profile gives 2013. The club is co-owned and co-managed by Steve Liddell and Donnie Rich. Liddell books the bands and, by his own account, also orders supplies, handles staffing and runs sound and lights, which says a lot about the scale and character of the room.
What the Shrine books
TulsaPeople's city guide calls the Shrine a hot spot for rock and jam bands, and that is the core of the calendar. A look at the club's published lineup shows a wider range than that label suggests:
- Rock, punk and metal: veteran touring bands and heavier acts.
- Hip-hop: independent rap artists on national club tours.
- Country and Americana: roots-leaning singer-songwriters and bands.
- Tribute shows: recurring tribute acts built around classic rock catalogs.
- Community events: benefit shows such as blues society fundraisers, plus private events.
The club also gives local and regional bands a stage, often as openers on touring bills. Expect several shows a week in busy months.
Where to stand and how the room works
The Shrine is a general admission room. Most shows sell standing tickets for the dance floor in front of the stage, so there are no section numbers or reserved rows to compare. Your position on the floor is set by when you arrive, not by what you paid.
- Up front: the best spot for fans who want to see the players' hands and feel the volume. At punk and metal shows, the center front can turn into a pit; stand to one side if you want to stay out of it.
- Mid-floor: in most clubs the most balanced sound, since you are away from the stage monitors and closer to the main speakers' sweet spot, and a good compromise between view and comfort.
- Near the bar: easier on the ears and closer to drinks, with a more social feel, but expect to look over heads.
Tickets, timing and demand
Tickets for most shows are sold in advance online, and the club's own calendar links to its ticketing partner for each date. Because capacity is limited, a well-known touring band can sell out in advance, while local bills and weeknight shows often have tickets available at the door. Demand is highest for Friday and Saturday shows and for national acts with a loyal regional following.
Doors usually open well before the headliner. Opening acts play first, and the headliner typically takes the stage later in the evening, so check the posted set times if you only want to see one act. The age limit applies to everyone in the room: bring a valid photo ID, since the club is 21 and over.
A short show-night checklist
- Photo ID: required for entry at a 21-and-over club, even if you have a ticket.
- Your ticket: have it ready on your phone or printed, as the ticketing partner directs, so the door line moves.
- Earplugs: small rooms run loud, and the floor puts you close to the stage stacks.
- Set times: check the club's calendar or social posts on show day, since start times can shift.
- A ride home: the bar is central to the experience, so line up a rideshare or a designated driver in advance.
Getting there and the 18th and Boston area
The corner of 18th and Boston sits a short drive south of downtown Tulsa. The intersection has hosted live music for decades. Mercury Lounge, a well-known Tulsa bar and roots venue, is a short walk away at 1747 S. Boston Ave., which makes it easy to pair a show with a drink beforehand or a nightcap after.
Most visitors drive or use rideshare. The club does not publish a parking guide on its site, so allow extra time to find a spot on busy nights, read posted signs carefully, or plan a rideshare drop-off for big shows.
For current hours, policies and the show calendar, check the Shrine's official site before you go.
Where the Shrine fits in Tulsa's music scene
Tulsa has a deep club circuit for its size. Cain's Ballroom on North Main Street is the city's best-known historic room for national touring acts, and The Vanguard, also on North Main, books alternative, punk and folk acts. The Shrine fills a similar role south of downtown, with a rock-and-jam emphasis and a calendar that mixes national touring bands with the local players who keep the scene running.
For a fan deciding between venues, the Shrine is the choice for a loud, standing-room, bar-centered show with a bands-first feel, where the people running the room are often musicians themselves.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the Shrine in Tulsa?
The Shrine is at 112 E. 18th St., at the corner of 18th Street and Boston Avenue, just south of downtown Tulsa.
Is the Shrine in Tulsa all ages?
No. The Shrine is listed as a 21-and-over venue, so bring a valid photo ID. Check the listing for a specific show in case of exceptions.
Does the Shrine have seating?
Most shows are general admission standing room on the dance floor in front of the stage. Your spot depends on when you arrive.
What kind of music plays at the Shrine?
Mostly rock and jam bands, plus punk, metal, hip-hop, country and Americana, tribute acts and local bands.
Who owns the Shrine in Tulsa?
The club is co-owned and co-managed by Steve Liddell and Donnie Rich.