• West Texas Heritage Festival – A Fusion of Culture

    Centennial Park 200 W. Wall Street, Midland, TX, United States
    Music

    Join Basin PBS as they host, on September 30, 2023, at Centennial Park Midland, for the most anticipated cultural celebration of the year – the West Texas Heritage Festival - A Fusion of Culture! Immerse yourself in the vibrant tapestry of diverse cultures right here in the heart of the Permian Basin. Experience an unforgettable journey through food, art, wares, clothing, and paintings brought to you by participating groups, who will showcase and sell their beautiful creations. Be captivated by breathtaking performance art on the Centennial Park stage, as talented groups bring their heritage to life. But wait, there's more! Stick around when Los Lonely Boys return to the Permian Basin! Don’t miss them when they take the Centennial Park stage beginning at 7pm for a FREE concert!

  • Fab Lab – Embroidery Basics

    Recurring
    Odessa College 201 W. Univeristy Ave., Odessa, TX, United States
    Visual Arts

    Learn the fundamentals of sewing and embroidery on our Baby Lock Accord. Student will learn how to safely operate the machine, utilize standard design options and more!  Students will earn an Embroidery Basics certificate and eligibility for a Fab Lab membership.  

    $150.00
  • BYOP: Family Pumpkin Decorating

    Midland Library at the Plaza (Downtown) 301 W. Missouri Ave., Midland, TX, United States
    Humanities

    BYOP - Bring Your Own Pumpkin! Family decorating fun! Decorate a pumpkin.  Decorating materials/supplies provided.  Pumpkins not provided. Location:  Library at the Plaza (Downtown) located at 301 W. Missouri Ave, Midland, Texas, 79701.

  • Fab Lab – Pop-Up Market: Halloween

    Odessa College 201 W. Univeristy Ave., Odessa, TX, United States
    Visual Arts

    Celebrate Spooky SZN with us and support Fab Lab.  We will be selling items to serve as a fundraiser for the Fab Lab.  Help us achieve our mission of providing STEM education to the Permian Basin. Cost:  Free entry and prices will vary on the fundraiser items being sold.

  • Here for the Boos

    Cheers to Paint Studio 3952 E. 42nd Street, Ste G, Odessa, TX, United States
    Visual Arts

    All Art supplies are included you’ll just need to bring your beverages and snacks. BYOB We will be painting on a 16X20 Acid Free canvas The cost is $35 Per painter (Online Register) OR $40 Per painter (Walk-in with no notice, please call a few minutes prior to check that we have room and supplies)

  • FEAR Festival – Free Event

    The Globe of the Great Southwest 2308 Shakespeare Road, Odessa, TX, United States
    Humanities

    Join us for a night of SCARY CELEBRATION! The FEAR Festival brings to life the energy and artistry of OC students, faculty, departments, and clubs … collaborating alongside our Odessa/Midland community to fill the Globe with exploration, creativity, and passion. The first hour puts the focus on the Visual Arts with paintings, photographs, and objects that adorn the Globe walls and theatre. Beginning in our second hour we take to the stage to share Spooky stories, Spanish legends, and Shakespearean ghosts while musicians sing, play and enhance the Halloween atmosphere. We hope you join us for this FREE EVENT. ONE. NIGHT. ONLY. Doors open at 6pm. It promises to be the opportunity of a death-time!

  • ODTX Downtown Market

    Downtown Odessa , United States
    Humanities

    Join us Downtown – N Jackson Ave between 5th & 3rd Ave and on 4th Ave from Texas Ave to Jackson Ave Street – for Odessa’s newest seasonal market. The October 28 Market will feature: Face Painting 9 – 12 Costume Contest 9:30 – 11:00 Fall Culinary Demo 11:00 – 12:00 Pumpkin Patch photo opp ODTX Downtown Market is a family and pet-friendly gathering of local growers, bakers, artisans, and makers — featuring entertainment from local artists in Ector County and surrounding areas.

  • Full Moon Party – Die De Los Muertos

    Black Tulip 4651 N. Grandview Ave, Odessa, TX, United States
    Music

    Family friendly event located in Black Tulip’s parking lot. Come take pictures with our Calavera Catrinas and place a candle to remember your loved ones on our ofrenda! Come support local artists. Cash bar provided by Cork & Pig tavern. Local Artisans, Live Music, Vendors, Drinks and Food Trucks! A night of fun under the Full Moon.

  • Knit & Stitch

    Ellen Noel Art Museum 4909 E. University, Odessa, TX, United States
    Visual Arts

    Help us create a post-modern sewing circle. Knitters, Quilters, Stitchers-or those who would like to be! All are invited to bring current projects to work on while we share techniques and ideas. · FREE

  • First Friday: Dia De Los Muertos

    Downtown Odessa , United States
    Humanities

    Join Odessa Arts & Downtown Odessa, Inc for our monthly First Friday ODTX! Stroll through Downtown Odessa from 6-9 PM and take in special events and offerings from merchants and retailers. Participating stops include:  Copper Rose Building:  1st Floor Ballroom: West Texas Symphony Presents – Permian Basin String Quartet “Da Capa” in the ballroom  1st Floor – Baked goods for sell by Dough by Brother Rabbit  Basement: Retro Game Hall will be open for extended hours and hosting a Halloween costume contest!  Downtown Odessa, INC  Ector Co. Library: will be hosting a children’s storytime and corresponding craft from 6 – 7 PM  Isy’s Fine Jewelry: will host a DIY silver stamped bead – dubbed “Macaroni Necklace on Steroids.” Kids will have the opportunity to make Christmas gifts for their parents with the help of some of Odessa’s finest jewelers!  Joann’s on 5th Flowers: DIY flower crowns for Dia de Los Muertos *A small participation fee will be applied to cover the cost of supplies  Odessa Marriott: Fall Into Fun – Fall Cocktails and Yard Games in Courtyard  McJack General Store  OC Greenspace  Odessa Arts  Rooster’s: Black Sheep Workshop and they are painting Grinch Door Hanger – SOLD OUT  Sacrificial Needle […]

  • Adventures in Art – Painting

    Ellen Noel Art Museum 4909 E. University, Odessa, TX, United States
    Visual Arts

    Register for our monthly studio classes for students ages 6-12. Advance registration only. Class size is limited, and scholarships are available. · 2;30-3:30 · Ages 6-12 · $20

  • November Mommy & ME!

    Museum of the Southwest 1705 W. Missouri Ave, Midland, United States
    Visual Arts

    About the Event Corn-gratulations! It’s fall! String together some a-maiz-ing corn decor to take home! Classes are free with daily admission and limited to the first 12 students, ages 0- 5. Time & Location Nov 10, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM Fredda Turner Durham Children's Museum, 1705 W Missouri Ave, Midland, TX 79701, USA UPDATE:  The Durham Children's Museum is temporarily closed.  Works of Art and Works of STEM classes will be held in the Blakemore Planetarium.