Toddler Tales Storytime - DOWNTOWN
2026-03-04 11:00 - 11:30, 2026-03-11 11:00 - 11:30, 2026-03-18 11:00 - 11:30 (America/Chicago) | Midland Library at the Plaza (Downtown), 301 W. Missouri Ave., Midland, TX, 79701, United States
Fun ways to help support toddlers’ developing literacy and cognitive growth by incorporating action rhymes, songs, and movement. Child must have an accompanying adult. Ages 3-5.

Books and Babies
2026-03-05 10:00 - 11:00 | Ector County Library
March 5 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am

Bundle up your little tikes amd bring them to Books and Babies where we read a couple of books, sing songs, and get to play in the baby play room.

Abriga bien a tus pequeños y tráelos a Books and Babies, donde leeremos un par de libros, cantaremos canciones y podrán jugar en la sala de juegos para bebés.

First Friday ODTX!
2026-03-06 18:00 - 21:00 | Downtown Odessa, 79761, United States
First 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.

Chicago LIVE in Concert
2026-03-06 19:30 - 21:30 | Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center, 1310 FM 1788, Midland, Texas
Hailed as one of the “most important bands in music since the dawn of the rock and roll era,” the legendary rock and roll band with horns, Chicago, came in as the highest-charting American band in Billboard magazine’s Top 125 Artists of All Time. Chicago is the first American rock band to chart top 40 albums in six consecutive decades.
Chicago’s debut album Chicago Transit Authority was inducted into The National Recording Registry of the Library of Congress in 2025. The Registry archives audio treasures worthy of preservation for all time based on their cultural, historical or aesthetic importance in the nation’s recorded sound heritage.
In celebration of the 50th anniversary of Chicago IX: Chicago’s Greatest Hits, the band released Chicago IX: Greatest Hits Expanded, in August 2025.
In 2024, Chicago released Chicago at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Washington, D.C. (9/16/1971), a 26-track live collection recorded at the historic venue. The show covers all three studio albums from their 1969 debut to 1971 and more than two hours of live music by Robert Lamm (keyboard, vocals), Terry Kath (guitar, vocals), Peter Cetera (vocals, bass), Danny Seraphine (drums), Lee Loughnane (trumpet, vocals), James Pankow (trombone), and Walt Parazaider (woodwinds, vocals).
Chicago released Chicago Greatest Christmas Hits, a new collection combining songs from all three of its beloved Christmas albums, in 2023 via Warner Music Group/Rhino.
Chicago released their 38th studio album, Born for This Moment, in 2022, which included the hit single “If This Is Goodbye.”
In fall of 2022, Gravitas Ventures released Chicago’s documentary The Last Band on Stage directed by Peter Curtis Pardini and narrated by the band’s longtime friend and actor Joe Mantegna. On March 14, 2020, Chicago is the last band playing in the U.S. as COVID lockdowns begin and The Last Band on Stage tells the incredible story of how the 58-year-old band survived a pandemic that stopped the world in its tracks.
“We’re excited to be bringing The Last Band on Stage to audiences worldwide. This funny and informative documentary offers an inside look at how the legendary band Chicago were able to produce content even during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic,” said Gravitas Ventures’ acquisition coordinator, Mackenzie Maguire.
Chicago received The Recording Academy’s Lifetime Achievement Award from the Grammys. The Lifetime Achievement Award celebrates performers who have made outstanding contributions of artistic significance to the field of recording. A special award ceremony and tribute concert celebrating the honorees was held in 2020.
Chicago was inducted into the 2016 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. This was their first nomination. They’ve been eligible since 1994. A long time coming!
Chicago’s first album, Chicago Transit Authority, was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 2014. Chicago managed to fuse pop, rock and jazz together perfectly in this double album.
Robert Lamm and James Pankow have become inductees of the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2017. These legendary songwriters wrote mega-hits such as “25 or 6 to 4,” “Saturday in the Park,” “Feelin’ Stronger Every Day,” “Make Me Smile,” and many others.
The International Trombone Association presented its 2020 Lifetime Achievement Award to James Pankow. The Lifetime Achievement Award recognizes people who have distinguished themselves by their contributions to the trombone profession over a long career.
Chicago’s lifetime achievements include two Grammy Awards, two American Music Awards, Founding Artists of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, a Chicago street dedicated in their honor, and keys to and proclamations from an impressive list of U.S. cities. Record sales top the 100,000,000 mark, and include 21 top 10 singles, five consecutive No. 1 albums, 11 No. 1 singles and five gold singles. An incredible 25 of their 38 albums have been certified platinum, and the band has a total of 48 gold and platinum awards.
Chicago have toured every year since the beginning — they’ve never missed a year. The original three band members are Lee Loughnane on trumpet and vocals, Robert Lamm on keyboards and vocals, and James Pankow on trombone. The band lineup also includes Wally Reyes Jr. on drums, Tony Obrohta on guitar, Loren Gold on keyboards and vocals, Ray Herrmann on sax and flute, Neil Donell on vocals, Eric Baines on bass, Ramon “Ray” Yslas on percussion, Carlos Murguia on keyboards and vocals and Nick Lane on trombone.
From the signature sound of the Chicago horns, their iconic vocalists, and a few dozen of ever-classic songs, this band’s concerts are celebrations. 2025 marks the band’s 58th consecutive year of touring!
Chicago continue to be true ambassadors for their beloved hometown, carrying the city’s name with pride and dignity around the world.

MidAtlantic Men Presented by Live on Stage Permian Basin
2026-03-08 14:30 - 16:30 | Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center, 1310 FM 1788, Midland, Texas
Please note for all events we have a clear bag policy with a size limit of 12x6x12″ or a non-clear bag/wallet with a size limit of 8x3x5″. This policy includes diaper bags.
Introducing the MidAtlantic Men a mesmerizing trio who’ve dazzled audiences on Broadway stages with their captivating vocals and magnetic charm. Comprising two endearing Americans and one witty Brit, they’ve set out on a musical quest to settle a timeless debate: which side of the pond, Britain or the US, truly has the superior tunes? Dive into an auditory adventure as they bring iconic hits from legends like Elvis, The Beatles, Madonna, and Queen to life, seamlessly weaving in classics from Elton John, Billy Joel, Coldplay, Bruce Springsteen, Tina Turner, and more. As they blend their voices in harmonious perfection, their playful banter and delightful humor have left audiences around the world entertained and enthralled. The MidAtlantic Men finally settle the score…. who does it better?”
This group have toured the planet and first met on the stages of London and Broadway where they continue to delight crowds when they aren’t together as MidAtlantic Men. Notable credits like Les Miserables, American Idiot, Dear Evan Hansen, Sweeney Todd and Billy Elliot to name just a few. The trio also have the unique honor of having performed concerts on every continent, including Antarctica. Currently, they all reside in NYC and, despite their different accents, have formed a bond over their love of performing. Not only are they singers in the MidAtlantic Men, but they are “multi-hyphenates” in their own right with talents ranging from voiceovers (the voice of Burger King and Covergirl), film acting (Billions, Nurse Jackie), composing original off-Broadway musicals (I Love My Family But…), writing and comedy (UCB

Disney The Movies, The Music
2026-03-09 - 2026-03-12 | Basin Theatre Works, 310 W. 42nd Street, Odessa, TX, 79764, United States
Spring Break Camp March 9-12, 2026
Calling all K-8th graders!
Join us for a magical week exploring classic Disney movies and music.
Sing, dance, and bring some of your favorite Disney characters to life!
Get ready for a week filled with Disney magic! Students will sing, dance, and act their way through the music and stories inspired by some of Disney’s most beloved films, from timeless classics like Mary Poppins to favorites The Lion King, all leading up to a special performance for family and friends.
🗓 Dates: March 9–12, 2026
⏰ Times:
• March 9–11 | 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
• March 12 | 9:00 AM – after the performance
📍 Locations:
• March 9–11 at First Presbyterian Church, Odessa
• March 12 performance location TBD
🥪 Students will need to bring their own lunch each day (March 9–12).
🎟 Limited spots available!
Reserve your place today with a $100 non-refundable deposit due at registration. The remaining balance is due by February 1, 2026.
Don’t miss this chance to make magical memories during Spring Break! 🌟

Spring Break - Performing Arts Camp
2026-03-09 08:30 - 15:30 | Midland Community Theatre, 2000 W. Wadley, Midland, 79705, United States
Attention Midland, Odessa and neighboring communities,Spring Break Performing Arts Camp is back!During our week long camp students will participate in theatre based classes such as acting, music, scenery and more! These classes and skills will culminate in the creation of a fully original performance for presentation to family and friends on the last day of camp.Students will be asked to pack a lunch and water bottle each day. Open to Kinder through 6th grade students. Camp will take place at Midland Community Theatre. emma@mctmidland.org for questions.Sign up https://qrco.de/SBPAC Mon – Fri | March 9th – 13th 8:30am-3:30pm2000 W Wadley Ave | Midland Community Theatre
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Dog Man: Petey's Robot Lab
2026-03-09 16:00 - 18:00 | Ector County Library
March 9 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Come to the basement activity room to make your own robot just like Petey does. What can you create with the supplies we give you?
Ven a la sala de actividades del sótano para construir tu propio robot, igual que lo hace Petey. ¿Qué podrás crear con los materiales que te proporcionamos?

Dog Man: Munch Craft
2026-03-10 16:30 - 18:00 | Ector County Library
March 10 @ 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm

Make your own Munch with a paperbag and other supplies.
Crea tu propio Munch con una bolsa de papel y otros materiales.

Storytime and Craft: Rain
2026-03-11 10:00 - 11:30 | Ector County Library
March 11 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am

Rain , rain, go away. Come again to storytime. Join us today to talk about rain, weather, and have fun songs.
Lluvia, lluvia, vete ya. Vuelve otro día para la hora del cuento. Únete a nosotros hoy para hablar de la lluvia, el clima y disfrutar de canciones divertidas.

Toddler Tales Storytime - CENTENNIAL
2026-03-11 11:00 - 11:30, 2026-03-18 11:00 - 11:30, 2026-03-25 11:00 - 11:30 | Midland County Library – Centennial Branch, 2503 Loop 250 Frontage Rd., Midland, TX, 79705, United States

Dog Man: Perler Bead Craft
2026-03-11 16:30 - 18:00 | Ector County Library
March 11 @ 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm

Pick your character and make your own Dog Man, Petey, Munch, and more out of perler beads.
Elige tu personaje y crea tus propias figuras de Dog Man, Petey, Munch y muchos más con cuentas Perler.

Shen Yun - China Before Communism
2026-03-11 19:30 | Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center, 1310 FM 1788, Midland, Texas
SOUTHERN USA FALUN DAFA ASSOCIATION PRESENTS

Shen Yun’s grand production immerses you in stories and legends that shaped Chinese culture for millennia. It’s a world where maidens danced with ethereal grace and generals fought with explosive athleticism, where timeless tales of valor and virtue were born, and where heaven and earth intersected, making even magic possible.
Featuring one of the world’s oldest art forms— classical Chinese dance—along with patented multimedia effects and all-original orchestral works, Shen Yun opens a portal to a glorious and spiritual civilization of unrivaled beauty, artistry, and inspiration.
“Beautiful! There was something pure and bright and very dignified about them. The show gave me real sense of goodness and meaning in life. ”
—Anna Liceica, soloist, American Ballet Theater
“This is the best I have ever seen. It was so uplifting. It spoke to everything that is good in this world.”
—Glen Duncan, Grammy Award-winning musician

Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center

March 11, 2026 7:30 PM
Doors Open: 6:30 PM

RESERVED TICKET PRICES $204.97 – $97.85All In Pricing Includes Convenience Fees CHILDREN UNDER 4 ARE NOT PERMITTED

TEXFEST 2026
2026-03-12 - 2026-03-14 | The Globe of the Great Southwest, 2308 Shakespeare Road, Odessa, TX, 79761, United States
Registration for TEXFest 2026 is open! Lock in on our price of $200 for TNT Members or $240 for Non Members by registering now!

Registration for TEXFest 2026 includes –

PERFORMANCES – Theatres across the state bring one acts to be adjudicated by theatre professionals.
WORKSHOPS – Workshops to help you run your theatre from theatre folk across the state. Submit your request to present a workshop to our Programs Manager – Preston Isham – preston@texastheatres.org
ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSIONS – Discussing issues relevant to the current climate.
NETWORKING – Theatrical vendors available to help you navigate the many options in running your business.
STATE AWARDS – Nominate someone from your theatre who you think deserves state wide recognition
COMPETITIONS – Submit your set/prop/promotional designs from shows within the last 18 months
LUNCH MEETINGS – Quad and Annual Membership meeting to discuss issues involving your area.
LIVE AUCTIONS – Help the TNT Endowment, Operating costs and Internship by participating in the ongoing auctions throughout the festival
And so much more!

Learn more about TEXFest 2026 at www.texastheatres.org/texfest-2026

SEE YOU IN ODESSA!

Bilingual Storytime
2026-03-12 10:00 - 11:00 | Ector County Library
March 12 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am

Join us for Bilingual Storytime where we read a book in Spanish and English and sing silly songs in English
Únete a nosotros en la hora del cuento bilingüe, donde leeremos un libro en español e inglés y cantaremos canciones divertidas en inglés.

Read to Felix
2026-03-12 16:00 - 17:00 | Ector County Library
March 12 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Felix will be in the Children’s Department from 4-5 today, waiting to hear stories and get ear scritches.
Felix estará en la sección infantil de 4 a 5 de la tarde de hoy, esperando que le cuenten cuentos y le acaricien las orejas.

Dog Man: Flip-O-Rama Book
2026-03-12 16:30 - 18:00 | Ector County Library
March 12 @ 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm

Make your own scenes for Dog Man in the flip-o-rama book.
Crea tus propias escenas de Dog Man en el libro interactivo con páginas desplegables.

Disney on Ice: Let's Dance!
2026-03-12 18:00 - 2026-03-15 21:00 | Ector County Coliseum, 4201 Andrews Highway, Odessa, TX, 79762, United States
Mickey and pals are rocking the DJ table at Disney On Ice and you’re on the guest list!
Feel the electric atmosphere as they remix favorite Disney tunes into colorful worlds. Wish upon a star with Asha as she and Valentino save the Kingdom of Rosas from King Magnifico. Roar with delight as Simba, Timon and Pumbaa step into the spotlight. Groove to ocean beats with Ariel and friends, harmonize with Elsa, Anna, and Olaf, and sway to the rhythm of the waves with Moana and Maui. And the party really goes off the charts when guest DJ Stitch takes control.
Get ready to turn up the fun at Disney On Ice presents Let’s Dance!
*Note: Costumes not permitted for guests 14 years & older.
Visit DisneyOnIce.com for more information.
All guests age 2 & older are required to have a ticket.
No costumes for guests 14 & older.
Character Experiences Available. Access to a private event with interactive time and photo opportunities. Adults & children, ages 2 and up, must have both a Character Experience ticket and a Disney On Ice show ticket to attend the Character Experience. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Please monitor the venue website for venue policies, including health and safety protocols, which are subject to change.
All tickets are subject to availability.
Prices are subject to change.
Visit DisneyOnIce.com for more event info and Ticket Terms and Conditions.

Dog Man: Party
2026-03-13 16:30 - 18:00 | Ector County Library
March 13 @ 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm

Get a goody bag, some snacks, make crafts you might have missed throughout the week, and talk to the other party goers about Dog Man.
Recoge una bolsa de regalos, algunos aperitivos, haz manualidades que quizás te hayas perdido durante la semana y habla con los demás asistentes a la fiesta sobre Dog Man.

Rene Vaca: 2026 Tour
2026-03-13 20:00 - 22:00 | Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center, 1310 FM 1788, Midland, Texas
René Vaca is a 29-year-old stand-up comedian, writer, and actor from the San Fernando Valley in Southern California. After dropping out of college to pursue his passion for comedy, Vaca has made significant strides in the industry. His comedic talent and hard work earned him a spot as one of Netflix’s Introducing Comedians for the 2024 Netflix Is A Joke Festival. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EngpMt3ZPDQ.
With a substantial social media following of over 2,600,000 and millions of views across platforms, Vaca continues to expand his influence and reach. He is currently on tour, performing to sold-out audiences in clubs and theatres across North America and hosts his own monthly show LEG DAY at The Hollywood Laugh Factory. Additionally, he won the 16th annual Stand Up NBC competition!

Storytime and Crafts: Spring
2026-03-18 10:00 - 23:30 | Ector County Library
March 18 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am

Spring is coming so let’s celebrate the birth of new flowers and animals coming out of hibernation in storytime today.
Se acerca la primavera, así que hoy, durante la hora del cuento, celebraremos el nacimiento de nuevas flores y la salida de los animales de su hibernación.

Books and Babies
2026-03-19 10:00 - 11:00 | Ector County Library
March 19 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am

Bundle up your little tikes amd bring them to Books and Babies where we read a couple of books, sing songs, and get to play in the baby play room.

Abriga bien a tus pequeños y tráelos a Books and Babies, donde leeremos un par de libros, cantaremos canciones y podrán jugar en la sala de juegos para bebés.

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Read to Felix
2026-03-19 16:00 - 17:00 | Ector County Library
March 19 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Felix will be in the Children’s Department from 4-5 today, waiting to hear stories and get ear scritches.
Felix estará en la sección infantil de 4 a 5 de la tarde de hoy, esperando que le cuenten cuentos y le acaricien las orejas.

Little Joe Y La Familia
2026-03-20 20:00 - 22:00 | Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center, 1310 FM 1788, Midland, Texas
The traditional Tex-Mex style of norteño was fused by Little Joe (born Jose Maria DeLeon Hernandez) with influences of country music, blues, and rock to create the up tempo hybrid known as “Tejano.” Together with his band, Little Joe Y La Familia, his music has reached far beyond the Texas and Mexico borders and has been one of the most popular Tex-Mex bands in the music industry. Little Joe has been entertaining more than 50 years and has been described as the “KING OF THE BROWN SOUND”.
Jose Maria DeLeon Hernandez “Little Joe” was born to Salvador “La Cotorra” Hernandez and Amelia DeLeon Hernandez in a three wall dirt floor car garage in Temple, Texas on a cold stormy night on October 17,1940. The seventh of 13 children, Little Joe began playing music in 1953 with his cousin David Coronado’s band, David Coronado & the Latinaires. Two years later, he performed his first paid gig with the band at a high-school sock hop in Cameron, Texas. In 1958, Little Joe made his recording debut with the song “Safari,” released by Torrero Records in Corpus Christi, Texas. The following year, Little Joe’s brother Jesse joined the band on bass and vocals. When Coronado left shortly afterwards, Little Joe assumed leadership of the group. Throughout the early ’60s, Little Joe led the band through a series of recordings on small independent labels. He underwent a personal transformation after Jesse died in an automobile accident in 1964. Determined to achieve commercial success, he altered his musical approach to include more rock and blues influences.
Songs of the Polka King, Vol. 1 In 1968, Little Joe formed two labels of his own: Buena Suerte for recordings in Spanish, and Good Luck for recordings in English. He later added a third label, Leona Records. His musical approach shifted again in 1970. After performing in the San Francisco Bay Area, he became enchanted by “Latinismo” and changed the name of his band again. In 1985, Little Joe y la Familia signed their first major-label recording deal with WEA International. Two years later, Little Joe formed his fourth label — Redneck — and released the double live album 25th Silver Anniversary. After releasing two albums for WEA, Little Joe switched to Sony International, where he remained until 1983, when he launched his fifth label, Tejano Discos. His first release on the label, “Que Paso,” earned him his third Grammy nomination. In 1996, Little Joe performed on the Frankie Yankovic album Songs of the Polka King, Vol.1, singing a duet with Yankovic of “Just Because/Si Porque.” Little Joe has appeared in two films: Proposition 187, a Deadly Law and Down for the Barrio.
Fifty Years…and over 50 albums later, Joe continues to tour the world, trailblazing, looking forward to new challenges, breaking down cultural and musical barriers and innovating his musical style. As always, Joe strives to bring many people together to make a more peaceful and harmonious world.

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The Next Generation Leahy
2026-03-22 19:00 | Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center, 1310 FM 1788, Midland, Texas
As with all forces of nature, the music and energy created by The Next Generation Leahy simply cannot be contained. The drive to create music is powerful within each of the Leahy children. It has given rise to multi-instrumental talents, whose dynamic live performances have been described as “astounding” and “breath-taking.”
For the last several years, Next Generation Leahy has performed across North America, and shared the stage with the likes of The Chieftains, We Banjo 3, The Tenors, and Natalie MacMaster & Donnell Leahy. With one CD under their belt, they are working on new material for a new CD to be released in 2019.
Belying their young ages, these siblings are all accomplished multi-instrumentalists whose live performances are filled with the high-energy, infectious music associated with the Leahy name. However, not content to play only the music of their Celtic heritage, these musicians explore many genres of music and pull influences from far and wide. Fiddle, cello, French accordion, singing, piano, and French-Canadian step-dancing serve to bring their unique style of music to life.
The music that lives in each of these young people – which is so joyful, so positive, and so rare – overflows from them and affects audiences who have witnessed something truly unique and remarkable.

Storytime and Crafts: Pigs
2026-03-25 10:00 - 11:30 | Ector County Library
March 25 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am

Oink, oink, oink, there were three little pigs, right? But learn about what pigs not chased by the big bad wolf are up to in storytime today.
Oink, oink, oink, había tres cerditos, ¿verdad? Pero hoy, en la hora del cuento, descubriremos qué hacen los cerdos que no son perseguidos por el lobo feroz.
