Tulsa Drillers Announce New Chicken Dancers Alternate Identity
Who’s ready for a Clucking Good Time? Everyone knows the Chicken Dance, but what you might not know is the very first Chicken Dance took place right here in Tulsa! (Well, according to Wikipedia!) The song originates in 1950s Germany, crafted from a tune from musician Werner Thomas. Initially named
Who’s ready for a Clucking Good Time? Everyone knows the Chicken Dance, but what you might not know is the very first Chicken Dance took place right here in Tulsa! (Well, according to Wikipedia!)
The song originates in 1950s Germany, crafted from a tune from musician Werner Thomas. Initially named the “Der Ententanz” or “The Duck Dance”, the song flew its way over to America in the late 1970s. In 1981, at our very own Tulsa Oktoberfest, the band kicked off the Duck Dance- but the duck costume was nowhere to be found. Organizers pivoted and were able to find a chicken costume from a local TV station. This was the first time a Chicken was ever associated with the song and has since swept across the world as one of the most recognizable songs of all time, with over 140 versions recorded!
To pay homage to Tulsa’s iconic Oktoberfest and the 918 clucking its way into history, the Drillers will rebrand for their Annual 918 Weekend May 15 – 18 into the Tulsa Chicken Dancers! PROST!
For over two years, the Drillers have worked with renowned graphic artists, Brandiose to create the unique Chicken Dancers identity.
This brand-new look features an emerald green hat with our Chicken Dancer shaking his tailfeathers in green and gold lederhosen and a feathered cap, with a frothy beer stein. Don’t worry – he can dance without spilling a drop! Transforming our players into the Chicken Dancer, the jerseys are donned in feathers under their own pair of lederhosen- sporting the playful Tulsa Chicken Dancers wordmark across the chest.
Join us May 15-18 at ONEOK Field for 918 Weekend, as we finally answer the question- is it na na na na na na na or da da da da da da da?
Tulsa Chicken Dancers merchandise is now available online and in the Drillers Official Team Store at ONEOK Field. Purchase now so that you’re dressed the part to chicken dance your heart out!
Thursday the 15th, shake your tail feather and flap your wings down to the ballpark for Thirsty Thursday, featuring $3 16 oz discounted beers and souvenir sodas plus the first 1,000 fans will receive a custom Chicken Dancers Beer Stein courtesy of FOX23, 97.5 KMOD & 92.1 The Beat.
Friday the 16th , we will light up the downtown skyline with a special postgame fireworks show courtesy of Cherokee Nation, News on 6 & 106.9 K-Hits.
Saturday the 17th, the first 1,500 Hens and Roosters through the ONEOK Field Chicken Coop Gates will receive their very own Chicken Dancers Jersey courtesy of Graves McLain, NewsChannel 8 & News102.3 KRMG.
Sunday the 18th , is Kid’s Eat Free Sunday. All Chickies ages 14 & under will eat FREE, there will be a pregame skills clinic on the field, plus the first 500 fans through the gates will receive a pair of Chicken Dancers Socks, giving you CHICKEN FEET courtesy of Ferguson Kia, NewsChannel 8 & Mix96.5.
Throughout the weekend, there will be chances to participate in corporate night at the ballpark, plenty of opportunities to show your best moves during the Chicken Dance, and traditional Oktoberfest games and activities like Stein holds, penny throws and more!
Don’t lay an egg! Purchase your tickets HERE and we’ll see you May 15-18 for 918 Weekend!
Drillers Fall to Naturals Again
Tulsa, OK – A difficult, season-opening home stand for the Tulsa Drillers came to an end Sunday afternoon at chilly ONEOK Field with the Drillers dropping their third straight game to Northwest Arkansas in a 13-3 defeat. Tulsa lost all three games to the Naturals despite holding leads in two
Drillers Hoodie Giveaway and Osage Tribal Night Postponed
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Drillers Drop Second Straight to the Naturals
Tulsa, OK – Tough weather conditions were again present Saturday night at ONEOK Field for the second game of the regular season for the Tulsa Drillers. With game time temperature at 45 degrees and a strong north wind blowing out to centerfield, Northwest Arkansas produced a four-run inning and a
Big, Late Rally Drops Drillers in 2025 Opener
Tulsa, OK – Home openers at ONEOK Field have not always gone well for the Tulsa Drillers, and Friday’s 2025 opener can be added to the list. The Drillers carried an 11-2 lead into the eighth inning, but Northwest Arkansas scored a near-record ten runs in the top of the
Drillers Announce 2025 Opening Day Roster
The Tulsa Drillers will open the 2025 season on Friday evening at ONEOK Field, and the roster that new manager Eric Wedge will have at his disposal has been finalized. The roster will include a number of players who played in Tulsa last season, mixed with several newcomers. The opening
Drillers Open Season with 3-Game Set vs. Naturals
The Tulsa Drillers are set to open the 2025 Texas League season on Friday, April 4 when they will host the Northwest Arkansas Naturals (Kansas City Royals) at ONEOK Field. The season opening series for the Drillers will include three games against the Naturals and will run for three consecutive
Tulsa Drillers, Brookshire Grocery Company & Reasor’s Announce Partnership
The Tulsa Drillers have announced a new multi-year, official partnership with Brookshire Grocery Company, a regional grocery store company with more than 210 locations, including 18 Reasor’s locations in Oklahoma. Reasor’s will be made the new “Official Grocery Partner of the Tulsa Drillers.” As part of the partnership, Reasor’s will
Drillers Release Details on 2025 Community Programs and Activities
The Tulsa Drillers are partnering with a number of local organizations this season on several important and fun activities at ONEOK Field. Some of the partnerships help to shed a positive light on individuals who work tirelessly behind the scenes to make our community better, while others will provide unique
Drillers Announce Exciting Promotional Lineup for the 2025 Season
The start of the 2025 season for the Tulsa Drillers is less than a month away, and today the club announced the details of an exciting list of promotions that will highlight the schedule. The promotions for this season are headlined by 23 Fireworks Shows, and some brand-new, unique giveaway
Tulsa Drillers National Anthem Auditions
Think you have what it takes to perform “The Star-Spangled Banner” at ONEOK Field? Prove it! It’s almost time for Tulsa Drillers baseball and you can’t “Play Ball” without the performance of “The Star-Spangled Banner” first! Could that performer be you? The Drillers, in partnership with the Tulsa World, are
Tulsa Drillers, Graves McLain Injury Lawyers Announce Partnership
The Tulsa Drillers have announced a new multi-year, official partnership with Graves McLain Injury Lawyers, naming the firm the “Official Personal Injury Lawyers of the Tulsa Drillers.” Graves McLain, headquartered in midtown Tulsa, is dedicated to advocating for seriously injured Oklahomans, with a primary focus on victims of motor vehicle
Tulsa Drillers, Red Diamond® Coffee and Tea Announce Partnership Agreement
The Tulsa Drillers have announced a new multi-year, official partnership with Red Diamond Coffee and Tea, a Birmingham, Alabama beverage company that manufactures coffee and tea products for both retail and foodservice markets across the United States. Red Diamond, founded in 1906, is the second oldest coffee and tea company
Drillers 2025 Coaching Staff Announced
The Tulsa Drillers are set to begin the 2025 season with a new manager in former major league skipper Eric Wedge. Today, the Drillers and Los Angeles Dodgers announced the coaching staff that will join Wedge in the dugout this season. The staff will include two returners from last year
Drillers Introduce the John Zink Club Seats
The Tulsa Drillers have entered into a new multi-year, Naming Rights Partnership with John Zink. The nearly 100-year old Tulsa based company will become the Naming Rights Partner of the John Zink Club Seats at ONEOK Field. The John Zink Club Seats are the most exclusive seating option in the
Drillers Radio Broadcast Returning to AM 1430
The Tulsa Drillers and iHeartMedia today announced the continuation of a longtime partnership. All 138 of the Drillers games this season will again be broadcast live on 1430 The Buzz, Tulsa’s Sports Station, marking the 39th straight year that an iHeart station has been home to Drillers baseball on radio.
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The Tulsa Drillers have started the countdown to the official start of baseball season, and they have scheduled their first event of 2025. The Tulsa World DrillersFest will take place on Saturday, March 8 from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. and will give fans their first opportunity to visit ONEOK
Dreamland Festival ‘Kicks Off’ 10 Year Anniversary Celebration with Community Kickball Game at ONEOK Field
The 10th anniversary of Dreamland Festival will take place this fall, but the celebration for ‘Dreamland 10’ starts on March 23 with a fundraiser and celebration of the festival which funds Steph Simon’s other community initiatives, including McLain Titan Records. Tulsa, OK – Artist, entrepreneur, and community leader Steph Simon
Applications Now Being Accepted for Drillers Scholarships
Applications are now being accepted for the Tulsa Drillers Higher Education Scholarship Awards. The awards are presented annually to a pair of high school seniors who participated in at least two seasons of high school baseball or softball. The awards consist of $2,000 scholarships for each individual for two or
Tulsa Drillers 2025 Job Fair
The Tulsa Drillers will be holding a job fair on Tuesday, February 4 from 4:00-7:00 p.m. at ONEOK Field. The fair will be used to hire part-time works for the upcoming season. A number of positions are currently open and include concessions workers, bartenders, Ushers and promotion team members. For
High School Baseball Series Returns to ONEOK Field
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Former AL Manager of the Year Named Drillers New Manager
For the first time in seven seasons, the Tulsa Drillers will have a new leader in the clubhouse. The Drillers and the Los Angeles Dodgers announced today, that 10-year major league veteran manager and 2007 American League Manager of the Year, Eric Wedge, will be the team’s 24th full-time manager,
Drillers 2025 Single-Game Tickets Go On Sale
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Drillers Set 2025 Start Times
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Hennessey Departing Drillers as Tulsa's Second Winningest Manager
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