The Celle and Utsunomiya Sister City Partnerships hosted a joint reception at Circle Cinema on February 25 before the screening of the Oscar-nominated Japanese film Perfect Days.

On November 27, 2023, City leaders, family, and friends gathered outside City Hall to dedicate Sister Cities sign #5 in memory of Cathy Izzo, TGA’s longtime Sister Cities Program Coordinator.

The Utsunomiya Partnership hosted a cultural booth at the 2023 Asian World Experience, sharing Japanese traditions and highlighting Tulsa’s connection with its Sister City in Japan.

TGA hosted its annual International Breakfast and Coffee with the Councilors on October 25, 2023, featuring Sister City–themed foods and remarks from Tulsa leaders about recent global engagement efforts.

To celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival, the Tulsa–Beihai Sister City Partnership hosted traditional Chinese dance performances at TU and Broken Arrow High School, highlighting one of China’s most significant cultural holidays.

Nearly 1,000 children and families explored 20 countries at World in a Box Day 2023, enjoying hands-on cultural activities, performances, and interactive experiences throughout the Central Library.

Beihai Sister City Partnership shares traditional culture through hands-on activities at TGA’s World In a Box Day at the Tulsa Library.

Tulsa-Amiens Sister City Partnership and Alliance Française de Tulsa celebrated France’s Independence Day with a lively Bastille Day gathering at Hop the Griffin. About 40 guests enjoyed food, conversation, and even a group singing of the French National Anthem, making for a festive night of French culture.

The Beihai Partnership shared Chinese cultural activities with youth at OU-Tulsa and Dillon International’s summer camps in 2023, offering campers an engaging look at Beihai’s heritage.

The Beihai Sister City Partnership helped bring global culture to life at the May 2023 Global Gatherings event, featuring vibrant performances by the China Rose dance troupe and interactive engagement with Tulsa families.

Family, friends, City officials, and TGA representatives gathered on June 1, 2023, at McCullough Park to dedicate a Sister Cities sign in memory of Arnulfo Murillo Muñoz.

The Beihai Sister City Partnership helped celebrate Asian heritage in Tulsa through cultural activities at OU–Tulsa’s Asian World Experience and by participating in the Tulsa City-County Library’s annual Asian American Festival in May.

Nam Hai Oriental Market hosted a Night Market on May 19, 2023 to celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month.

A two-week exchange brought students and teachers from Amiens to Tulsa, where they lived with host families, joined classes at Edison High School, and explored Tulsa’s favorite cultural spots.

Tulsa Global Alliance supported the Eisenhower International Festival in March 2023 by hosting culture booths highlighting Tulsa’s Sister Cities and global connections.

Tulsa Deputy Mayor Cassia Carr traveled to Amiens, calling the city stunning and emphasizing the importance of strong global partnerships.

Ambassador Philippe Étienne was welcomed by members of the Tulsa Global Alliance–Amiens Sister City Partnership during a recent visit to the Oklahoma History Museum.

The Beihai and Kaohsiung Partnerships celebrated Lunar New Year at community events throughout January and February, sharing culture and performances at schools and organizations across the Tulsa area.

Leaders from The University of Tulsa visited San Luis Potosí to celebrate UASLP’s 100th anniversary of autonomous status and formally sign a new JumpStart exchange partnership for TU students.

Tulsa leaders met with Japan Consul-General Murabayashi, Consul Takahashi, City Councilor Christa Patrick, and Deputy Chief of Staff Rodrigo Rojas during a December 17, 2022 luncheon to discuss ongoing connections with Utsunomiya and strengthen Tulsa’s relationship with Japan.