2025 SCHEDULE
We will host an evening welcome reception on Monday, June 23, followed by two full days of conference and evening events on June 24 and 25. If flying to Tulsa, arrive on June 23 and depart June 26. Reserve accommodations for the evenings of June 23, 24, 25. Dress for comfort (team gear).
MONDAY – JUNE 23
7-10 PM – Welcome Reception
Penthouse Rooftop
Mayo Hotel, Downtown Tulsa
TUESDAY – JUNE 24
9:00 AM – Registration / Mixer
9:30 AM – Welcome Day 1
9:45 AM – Morning sessions begin
Noon – Lunch Break
2:00 PM – Afternoon sessions begin
Ballroom, Mayo Hotel
WEDNESDAY – JUNE 25
9:00 AM – Morning Mixer
9:30 AM – Welcome Day 2
9:45 AM – Morning sessions begin
Noon – Lunch Break
2:00 PM – Afternoon sessions begin
Ballroom, Mayo Hotel
Informal mixers Tuesday and Wednesday evenings in downtown Tulsa
HOST VENUE / MAYO HOTEL
Tulsa’s historic Mayo Hotel provides a unique welcome for college sports creatives from across the country. The Mayo’s famous Crystal Ballroom will serve as the main venue for SkullSparks25. Attendees will also enjoy memorable evening views over downtown Tulsa from the Penthouse Rooftop.
The Mayo Hotel
ACCOMMODATIONS
Downtown Tulsa and the surrounding metro area offer an abundance of hotel and Airbnb options. Properties downtown are within walking distance of the Mayo Hotel and our evening mixer locations but ride sharing options are easily available for those opting to stay beyond downtown.
Downtown Hotels | Airbnb
DOWNTOWN TULSA
Serving more than one million residents in the metro, Tulsa’s downtown boasts Art Deco skyscrapers, a lively entertainment scene and renowned sports venues including the BOK Center and ONEOK Field. Oklahoma is historically a college sports state and five D1 programs are within a two-hour drive of Tulsa.
Visiting Tulsa
FLYING
Plan to arrive in Tulsa on June 23 and depart June 26. Tulsa offers direct flights between Atlanta, Charlotte, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, Orlando, Phoenix, Salt Lake City, St. Louis, Tampa and Washington D.C.
Tulsa International Airport
TRANSPORTATION
Tulsa’s airport is just 12 minutes by car from downtown. Attendees can use ride sharing services including Uber and Lyft to their hotel. Proceed to the designated pick-up area on the curb immediately outside the arrivals hall. You may also check to see if your hotel offers a shuttle.
Ride Sharing Services
DRIVING
The Mayo Hotel is located at 115 W 5th Street in downtown Tulsa. Those driving may utilize complimentary daytime valet parking at the Mayo. Approach on 5th Street and identify as a SkullSparks25 attendee. Multiple paid parking garages are also within walking distance of the Mayo.
Mayo Hotel Location
Downtown Tulsa Parking Options
QUESTIONS / ASSISTANCE
If you have questions about SkullSparks25 or need assistance, please contact us.
ABOUT SKULLSPARKS
Founded in Tulsa in 2016, SkullSparks has expanded rapidly with the rising importance of creative in college sports. SkullSparks serves 250+ college sports brands including athletics departments, teams, conferences and bowl games across the country while connecting America’s largest network of college sports creatives.