Kick Up Your Heels. A little country never hurt anyone, and the city's newest bar and venue is bringing home the party, Tulsa style. Come out to the Red Dirt Dance Hall and Saloon, 6214 S. Sheridan Radd., and listen to some back roads rock performed by local artist Thomas Martinez. Whether you prefer to drink up or get down on the dance floor this new venue is the place to party.

COURTESY OF LITERARY DEATH MATCH

Verbose of Comatose? That's the question, in so many words, to be decided at the Literary Death Match. Nothing worse than bad poetry, you need fear none of that here, as four of Tulsa's most prolific writers are pitted one against the other in this impressive show of verbal sparring. Having all the excitement of a gladiatorial stand-off, with perhaps a few more paper cuts, the match will begin promptly at 7pm at the All Souls Unitarian Church, 2952 S. Peoria Ave., and will include one of UTW's own. Advance tickets cost $7 and are $10 at the door. For more information visit literarydeathmatch.com

Rhapsody. More rapture than rhapsody but still just as blue as ever, hear the men and women of the Tulsa Symphony Orchestra in the opening performance of the season. Inspired by the gentle colors of the water and a clear sky, Blue features the music of Debussy's La Mer, Cesar Franck's Symphony in D, and Ravel's Mother Goose. An adventurous pairing, this auditory event begins at 7:30pm in the Chapman Music Hall at Tulsa Performing Arts Center, 110 E. 2nd St. Tickets range in cost from $15 to $70. Visit tulsapac.com for more information.

Where the Wild Things Are. Monsters may be in short supply, but beastly competition will be yours for the taking. Keep It Wild does just that, offering a day of fierce competition and unadulterated fun on the trail and off the beaten path. Whether a veteran of outdoor extremes or a novice whose curiosity and adventure has finally got the best of them, its an event worth waking up for. Beginning promptly at 8am at Turkey Mountain, mountain bike and trail race entry fees range from $20 to $30. All proceeds will go toward keeping Turkey Mountain undeveloped. For more information, visit keepitwild.eventbrite.com.

Drinks and Daring. Bored of your typical meat and potatoes meal? Break out of the box and come out to Dave & Buster's for their Mystery Dinner Theatre. Dine in fine style as the intrigue unfolds around you courtesy of the Dave and Buster Players. Eat, drink, and be scary at this Monday night mix-up. Guests are also eligible to win prizes, so bring your family and friends to join in the fun. Dave & Buster's, 6812 S. 105th East Ave., with advanced notice required.

Sample This. A collage of synth and soul mixed in perfect proportion, Pretty Lights will make your eyes dance and your ears sing. Colorado born Derek Vincent Smith is the man behind the music. No stranger to Oklahoma, he has performed at the Cain's and will be doing so this time at the Brady Theatre, 105 W. Brady St. Beginning at 7:30pm, advance tickets cost $30, and are $32.50 the day of the performance. Visit bradytheater.com for additional information.

Circle Up. Get ready for nonstop action with plenty of twists and turns around unexpected bends. Dive into the rust-ridden, fiberglass interior that is the home of the movie's family in crisis, in the film Killer Joe. Set in a small Texas community, the peace of the town is about to be shattered by drugs, sex, and some good old-fashioned murder. Graphic and artful, this film is neither for the young nor the squeamish as it carries an NC-17 rating. Showings will be held a Circle Cinema located at 12 S. Lewis Ave. For more information visit circlecinema.com

Funnel Cake Love. It's that time of year again! Turkey legs, carnival ride and games, its all here and the center of the city's focus once again. Come out to the opening day of the Tulsa State Fair and revisit a classic Oklahoma experience. An all day extravaganza, the first events begin at noon in various areas and feature livestock competitions, craft expos, musical performances, and a variety of products by local vendors. Located at 4145 E. 21st St. For ticket information and hours of operation visit tulsastatefair.com.