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First Friday ODTX!
Downtown Odessa , United StatesHumanitiesFirst Friday ODTX is a monthly gathering every first Friday of the month for residents and visitors of downtown Odessa. Each month, the streets are lively and colorful with music, games, and delicious food. There are unbeatable deals from local businesses and exciting opportunities to collect amazing giveaways. The event is open to all ages and caters to everyone’s interests. For music lovers, there are live performances by local bands and artists, while foodies can indulge in a diverse range of street eats. Downtown shops and eateries will offer special promotions. First Friday ODTX event brings vibrancy and community spirit to downtown Odessa, making it the perfect place to spend a Friday evening.
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West Texas Renaissance Festival (1st Annual)
VFW Post 4372 208 E VFW Ln, Odessa, TX, United StatesHumanitiesEmbark On An Enchanted Journey At The West Texas Renaissance Festival! Prepare Thyself For A Day Of Wonderment And Revelry As The West Texas Renaissance Festival Transforms Odessa Into A Realm Of Fantasy And Mirth! On Saturday And Sunday, June 6th -7th, From 8am-10pm And 9am -6pm. Adventure Awaits At 208 E VFW Lane. Odessa, TX 79762 Unleash Your Imagination Among Mermaids And Pirates, Delight In The Antics Of A Comedy Troupe, And Marvel At Armored Warriors Locked In Combat. Witness Interactive Fight Scenarios That Will Transport You To Another Era. Be Captivated By The Grace Of Belly Dancers Swirling Amidst Flames As Fire Spinners Illuminate The Night. From 8am To Sundown Our Bustling Marketplace Brims With Treasures From Every Corner Of Our Vast Desert Home And Beyond—Craftspeople From Both West Texas And New Mexico Will Unveil Their Wares.
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Ballet Camp: Sleeping Beauty by Midland Festival Ballet
Midland Festival Ballet 4410 N Midkiff Rd suite c-1, Midland, TX, United StatesHumanitiesFor dancers ages 5-7 by May 15, 2026. SLEEPING BEAUTY Mon. June 8 - Thurs. June 11 9:30-11:30am SWAN LAKE Mon. June 15 - Thurs. June 18 1:00-3:00pm THE NUTCRACKER Mon. June 22 - Thurs. June 25 1:00-3:00pm $155/session Full amount due at registration. Our ballet camps incorporate the choreography, music, and history of some of the world’s most famous ballets! It’s a great introduction to the art of story-telling through dance. Ballet technique, coordination, rhythm, and ballet class discipline are emphasized throughout the camp while creating the opportunity for your dancer to express themselves through dance! Dress Code Girls: Leotard, Tights, Ballet Slippers. Hair must be worn in a ballet bun. Boys: White T-Shirt, Black Shorts, Ballet Slippers.
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Let’s Dance Camp: Session 2 by Midland Festival Ballet
Midland Festival Ballet 4410 N Midkiff Rd suite c-1, Midland, TX, United StatesHumanitiesFor dancers ages 8-9 by May 15, 2026. SESSION 1 Mon. June 1 - Thurs. June 4 1:30-3:30pm SESSION 2 Mon. June 8 - Thurs. June 11 1:30-3:30pm $155/session Full amount due at registration. The perfect camp for your young dancer to strengthen, improve, even advance their skills! The everyday classes enable them to develop coordination, strength, and mobility nearly twice as fast as they would during the school year! They’ll make grande jetes forward in their ballet education; and they’ll finish proud, excited, and ready for their next steps. Ballet technique, coordination, rhythm, and ballet class discipline are emphasized throughout the camp while creating the opportunity for your dancer to express themselves through dance! Dress Code Girls: Leotard, Tights, Ballet Slippers. Hair must be worn in a ballet bun. Boys: White T-Shirt, Black Shorts, Ballet Slippers.
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Prince & Princess Camp: Session 2 by Midland Festival Ballet
Midland Festival Ballet 4410 N Midkiff Rd suite c-1, Midland, TX, United StatesHumanitiesFor dancers ages 3-4 by May 15, 2026. Must be potty trained. SESSION 1 Mon. June 1 - Thurs. June 4 9:30-11:30am SESSION 2 Mon. June 15 - Thurs. June 18 9:30-11:30am SESSION 3 Mon. June 22 - Thurs. June 25 9:30-11:30am $155/session Full amount due at registration. Our most popular camp incorporates basic ballet, creative movement, crafts, and story-time. Coordination, rhythm, and ballet class discipline are emphasized throughout the camp while creating the opportunity for your dancer to express themselves through dance. Dress Code Girls: Leotard, Socks, Ballet Slippers. Hair must be worn in a ballet bun. Boys: White T-Shirt, Black Shorts, Ballet Slippers.
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Ballet Camp: Swan Lake by Midland Festival Ballet
Midland Festival Ballet 4410 N Midkiff Rd suite c-1, Midland, TX, United StatesHumanitiesFor dancers ages 5-7 by May 15, 2026. SLEEPING BEAUTY Mon. June 8 - Thurs. June 11 9:30-11:30am SWAN LAKE Mon. June 15 - Thurs. June 18 1:00-3:00pm THE NUTCRACKER Mon. June 22 - Thurs. June 25 1:00-3:00pm $155/session Full amount due at registration. Our ballet camps incorporate the choreography, music, and history of some of the world’s most famous ballets! It’s a great introduction to the art of story-telling through dance. Ballet technique, coordination, rhythm, and ballet class discipline are emphasized throughout the camp while creating the opportunity for your dancer to express themselves through dance! Dress Code Girls: Leotard, Tights, Ballet Slippers. Hair must be worn in a ballet bun. Boys: White T-Shirt, Black Shorts, Ballet Slippers.
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Beginning Pointe Workshop
Midland Festival Ballet 4410 N Midkiff Rd suite c-1, Midland, TX, United StatesHumanitiesFor dancers beginning En Pointe training. July 20-30 Mondays - Thursdays 1:00-4:00pm $500 Registration closes May 1, Full amount due July 1. MFB’s Beginning Pointe Workshop is designed to give dancers the knowledge, strength, and confidence needed for a safe and successful transition to pointe. They’ll begin with a ballet class, and then move on to foundational pointe exercises at the barre and center that build stability and alignment, helping prevent injury and promote long-term success. They’ll also sew their shoes and learn about proper shoe care. Dancers that are beginning En Pointe training are strongly encouraged to attend. Dancers moving up to En Pointe training will be notified by March 6. Dress Code: Leotard, Tights, Ballet Slippers, Pointe Shoes. Hair must be worn in a ballet bun. ATTN: COMPANY & JUNIOR COMPANY DANCERS You MUST take at least 2 weeks of training over the summer. This is for your safety, as regular class attendance is the #1 way to prevent injury. Failure to comply will jeopardize Company placement. Please reach out with any questions or concerns.
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Prince & Princess Camp: Session 3 by Midland Festival Ballet
Midland Festival Ballet 4410 N Midkiff Rd suite c-1, Midland, TX, United StatesHumanitiesFor dancers ages 3-4 by May 15, 2026. Must be potty trained. SESSION 1 Mon. June 1 - Thurs. June 4 9:30-11:30am SESSION 2 Mon. June 15 - Thurs. June 18 9:30-11:30am SESSION 3 Mon. June 22 - Thurs. June 25 9:30-11:30am $155/session Full amount due at registration. Our most popular camp incorporates basic ballet, creative movement, crafts, and story-time. Coordination, rhythm, and ballet class discipline are emphasized throughout the camp while creating the opportunity for your dancer to express themselves through dance. Dress Code Girls: Leotard, Socks, Ballet Slippers. Hair must be worn in a ballet bun. Boys: White T-Shirt, Black Shorts, Ballet Slippers.
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Ballet Camp: The Nutcracker by Midland Festival Ballet
Midland Festival Ballet 4410 N Midkiff Rd suite c-1, Midland, TX, United StatesHumanitiesFor dancers ages 5-7 by May 15, 2026. SLEEPING BEAUTY Mon. June 8 - Thurs. June 11 9:30-11:30am SWAN LAKE Mon. June 15 - Thurs. June 18 1:00-3:00pm THE NUTCRACKER Mon. June 22 - Thurs. June 25 1:00-3:00pm $155/session Full amount due at registration. Our ballet camps incorporate the choreography, music, and history of some of the world’s most famous ballets! It’s a great introduction to the art of story-telling through dance. Ballet technique, coordination, rhythm, and ballet class discipline are emphasized throughout the camp while creating the opportunity for your dancer to express themselves through dance! Dress Code Girls: Leotard, Tights, Ballet Slippers. Hair must be worn in a ballet bun. Boys: White T-Shirt, Black Shorts, Ballet Slippers.





