Latest update: “We are taking a break from hosting HANSON Day 2026. If we do decide to host an event of this kind again in the future, you will be the first to know.”

Hanson Day (HDAY)

What Is Hanson Day?

On May 6, 1997, then–Oklahoma Governor Frank Keating officially declared the date Hanson Day in recognition of the band’s impact and success. Fans continued celebrating the anniversary in the years that followed.

In 2012, Hanson announced they would begin hosting annual Hanson Day celebrations in Tulsa, Oklahoma. What started as a single-day celebration has since evolved into a multi-day weekend event in May, centered around music, fan activities, and community.

Hanson Day events are free to attend for valid Hanson.net members who RSVP, though some activities require separate tickets. All events are 13+. When we say an activity is “free,” that means it is free with a valid Hanson.net membership and RSVP.

The weekend typically includes:

A Members Only concert (free with RSVP)
A second, ticketed concert
A mix of free and ticketed fan activities

⚠️ Hanson Day 2026 (Status Unclear)

As of now, Hanson Day 2026 has not been officially announced as canceled. However, with the current Hanson.net offering scheduled to end on March 31, 2026, many fans assume that a members-only event may not take place without an active membership platform.

Until Hanson makes an official announcement, the status of Hanson Day 2026 remains unknown.

Tickets & Purchasing Rules

Tickets go on sale through Hanson.net
Limit: ONE ticket per event per account
Each attendee must purchase tickets using their own Hanson.net login
Some events sell out quickly

There is typically a cutoff date for online ticket sales (often around May 1, but always confirm on Hanson.net).
If tickets remain, limited quantities may be sold at check-in on a first-come, first-served basis (usually cash only).

Historical Ticket On-Sale Dates

2015 – Feb 26
2016 – Feb 29
2017 – Feb 28
2018 – Feb 1
2019 – Feb 14
2020 – Jan 18
2021 – N/A
2022 – Oct 5, 2021
2023 – Feb 6
2024 – Feb 8
2025 – March 6

Where to Stay

Most activities take place in the Tulsa Arts District (formerly the Brady Arts District).

Common Venues

Cain’s Ballroom
Brady Theater
Vanguard Theater

Nearby Hotels

Fairfield Inn (closest; small and fills fast)
Hyatt Regency (½–1 mile walk; often cheaper)
Holiday Inn Express
Aloft
DoubleTree
Best Western

Some hotels offer airport shuttles. Others require Uber/Lyft or taxi service (typically $20–$30 from the airport).

Airbnbs are also available throughout downtown.

Do I Need a Car?

It depends.

Staying downtown for the main weekend? Probably not.
Arriving early, staying late, or exploring Tulsa? A car is helpful.

Rideshare services (Uber/Lyft) are readily available, even late at night.
Note: Painting sessions are not within walking distance of downtown.

When Should I Arrive?

In recent years:

Thursday evening often begins with Karaoke
Thursday daytime includes check-in and Hanson Store opening

Merch often sells out quickly and may not be restocked during the weekend (though some items occasionally appear later on Hanson.net).

If you want flexibility, wait until the full schedule is released before finalizing travel plans.

Free Activities (With RSVP)

All activities require a Hanson.net membership.

Typically free:

Hanson Store access
Hanson Gallery
Members Only Concert

Notes:

Movie in the Park has not occurred since 2018
Photos with the band were not offered 2022-2025
The Hop Jam concert is not expected to return 🙁

Add-On Activities & Pricing (2025)

Karaoke – $25
Additional Concert – $45
Dance Party – $25

Historical Events

Movie Night – $12
Fan Club Dinner – $22
Lectures – $25–35
Listening Party – $15 (included CD)
Game Night – $50
Skatercise – $17
Bowling – $55 (includes shirt)
Scavenger Hunt – $22
HTP Live – $17
Painting Class – $40

Typical Schedule Layout (Example: 2025)

Thursday:
Registration, Karaoke

Friday:
Registration, Store, Gallery, Concert

Saturday:
Registration, Store, Gallery, Concert, Dance Party

Travel & Logistics

Airport

Tulsa International Airport (TUL)
Oklahoma City is ~2 hours away and also an option

Weather

Highly unpredictable. Pack layers.
Expect anything from heat to rain, wind, or storms.

Where to Eat (Downtown Favorites)

There are a lot of restaurants in the downtown area, some of them include:
Dilly Diner (402 E 2nd Street)
The Chowhouse [formerly Caz’s Chowhouse] (18 Mathew Brady Street)
Mexicali Border Cafe (14 W Reconciliation Way)
Sisserou Carribean (107 N Boulder Ave C)
Coney Island Hot Dogs (107 N Boulder Ave D)
The Tavern (201 N Main St)
PRYHME Steakhouse (111 N Main St)
McNellie’s (409 E 1st St)
Chimera Cafe (212 N Main St)
Empire Pizza (417 N Main St)
Fassler Hall (204 S Elgin Ave)
STG Pizzeria (114 S Detroit Ave)
Cabin Boys Brewpub (223 N Main St)

Hanson typically releases a Tulsa Guide closer to the event, often with discounts for wristband holders.

RSVP Information

RSVP is required for in-person attendance only.

RSVP via the Hanson.net calendar once logged in
You’ll receive an email confirmation
No public RSVP list is posted
You may un-RSVP at any time if plans change
Online-only viewers do not need to RSVP

If you have updates, corrections, or tips to share, please let us know — this page will continue to be updated as information becomes available. 💛

Hanson Day