52nd Tejano Super Show
2023-11-18 08:00 - 2023-11-19 22:00 (America/Chicago) | Ector County Coliseum, 4201 Andrews Highway, Odessa, TX, 79762, United States
Step into the vibrant world of lowriders at the Tejano Super Show where a rich tradition and Iconic Culture that began on the old dirt streets of Odessa’s Southside in the 1950s has blossomed into one of America’s most prestigious car shows.
The Tejano Super Show is Americas Most Original, Authentic and Longest running Lowrider show in America.
Contributing thousands of dollars to the Local Community and creating a way of life for generations to come.

Tickets are available from $10 to $35, and there’s a special family pack priced at $100 for a group of 5, which amounts to just $20 per person for admission on both days.

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Santa has landed
2023-11-18 09:00 - 12:00 | Music City Mall, 4101 E. 42nd Street, Odessa, TX, 79762, United States
Santa Claus is polishing his helicopter and getting ready for his big arrival at Music City Mall Odessa on Saturday, November 18th with a bigger event than ever before.
This free family event will feature staples you know and love including hot cocoa from the Odessa Chuck Wagon Gang, free bounce houses, Characters, Music, 360 degree camera, Refreshments and activities. Meet and greet your favorite local radio personalities from five popular stations across West Texas including KISSFM 1033 and LA Que Buena Radio.

Parks Legado Christmas Tree Market
2023-11-18 17:00 - 21:00 | Parks Legado Farmers Market, 7260 E. Hwy 191, Odessa, TX, 79765, United States
The Parks Legado Christmas Tree Market is in full swing, and we couldn’t be more thrilled! Join us for the enchanting festivities on November 18th, November 25th, and December 2nd.
We’re decking the halls with fresh Christmas Trees, festive wreaths, and talented vendors. From charming boutiques to delectable baked goods and wholesome grass-fed meat and hand-crafted products, our Market has it all.
Don’t miss the chance to immerse yourself in the holiday spirit. We’re looking forward to sharing the magic of the season with you. Text “PLFM” to 432.498.0251 to stay in the loop regarding everything about The Christmas Market at Parks Legado!

Starbright Casitas
2023-11-24 18:00 - 22:00 | Downtown Odessa, 79761, United States

Keithley Auction - Ruidoso Holiday Auction featuring artist Larry Dyke and Dalhart Windberg
2023-11-25 10:00 - 17:00 | Ruidoso Convention Center, 111 Sierra Blanca Drive, Ruidoso, NM, 88345, United States
Public Viewing Friday, November 24th from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Live Auction begins on Saturday, November 25th at 10:00 am.
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Works of Art: Fabulous Foliage
2023-11-28 11:00 - 11:30 | Museum of the Southwest, 1705 W. Missouri Ave, Midland, 79701, United States
About the Event

Don’t get gelli… oh wait! Please do! Fall in for this un-be-leafable print making session using Gelli plates and leaves.
Classes are free with daily admission and limited to the first 12 students
Open to students ages 4-12
Time & Location
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Nov 28, 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM
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.

Works of STEM: LEGO Boats!
2023-11-29 16:00 - 16:30 | Museum of the Southwest, 1705 W. Missouri Ave, Midland, 79701, United States
About the Event

Join us for another Works of STEM class!
Use your bountiful buoyant knowledge to build a boat and move your cargo.
Free with daily admission, open to the first 10 students, ages 7 and older.
Time & Location
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Nov 29, 4:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Blakemore Planetarium, 1705 W Missouri Ave, Midland, TX 79701, USA

Freshman/Sophomore Juried Art Exhibition
2023-11-30 08:00 - 2023-12-18 17:00 | Nancy Fyfe Cardozier Gallery, 4901 E. Univsersity Blvd, Odessa, 79762, United States
Opening Reception: November 30, 2023 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Juror: Ramon Deanda, (Assistant Professor of Studio Arts at Sul Ross)
Exhibition Dates: Nov 30 – Dec 18

Gallery HOURS

Monday – Friday: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday: 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Senior Exhibition "Apotheose"
2023-12-01 18:00 | Ellen Noel Art Museum, 4909 E. University, Odessa, TX, 79762, United States

First Friday
2023-12-01 18:00 - 21:00 | Downtown Odessa, 79761, United States
Participating Vendors:

Ector County Library – Bad Art by Choice.
OC Greenspace – Music, Food, and Fun.
Joann’s on 5th Flowers – Wreath Workshop.
Torchy’s – Cartoon Art.
Odessa Arts, Downtown Odessa and McJack’s – Letters to Santa.
Odessa Arts, Abalos Law Firm and Downtown Odessa – Silent Disco.
NV Apples – DIY Hot Coca Bombs.
Sacrificial Needle Tattoo – Coat Donations.
Homemade Wines – Music with Flair.
Rooster’s – To be announced.
Taco Republic – Music by Joe Campos.
Copper Key Realty – Extended hours.
Odessa Marriott – ‘Tis the Season Boozy Hot Cocoa at White Buffalo.
Retro Hall Gaming – Game Night.
Patrick Clay’s – Evil Ink Tattoo.
McJack’s – Coat Donations.
Isy’s Fine Jewelry – Jewelry Making.
Starbucks – Typewriter Poetry.
Skalicky Ballet – Free Ballet class.

Visiting website for additional information: participating-vendors

Parade of Lights
2023-12-02 18:30 | Downtown Odessa, 79761, United States

Adventures in Art - Collage
2023-12-03 14:30 - 16:30 | Ellen Noel Art Museum, 4909 E. University, Odessa, TX, 79762, United States
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

CPL RAY'S SIP & PAINT
2023-12-05 18:00 - 20:00 | CPL Ray’s Coffee, 3111 Faudree Road A, Odessa, TX, 79765, United States
Come join us with your friends for a night of yummy coffee and fun painting. We will paint this adorable 3D 18″ sled. You must prepay with the ticket link. Limited seating. Don’t delay.

Story Time at the Ector County Library
2023-12-06 10:00 - 11:00 | Ector County Library
Get ready for story time & craft time every Wednesday at the Ector County Library at 10am

Art Tales
2023-12-06 13:00 - 13:30 | Ellen Noel Art Museum, 4909 E. University, Odessa, TX, 79762, United States
Ages 3 – 5
Art Tales is a free program that includes a live reading of a beautifully illustrated children’s book and followed by a hands-on art activity that is age appropriate. This 30 minute program is geared towards children age 3 – 5 and held twice a month October – May.
Upcoming Dates for 2023/ 2024:
December 6: What Pete Ate from A-Z
January 10: A Child of Books
January 24: Dragon Loves Tacos
February 7: Tiny, Perfect Things
February 21: The Day the Crayons Quit

La Familia Art Exhibition - Aliyah Hernandez
2023-12-07 06:00 - 22:00 | Black Tulip, 4651 N. Grandview Ave, Odessa, TX, 79762, United States

Gastronomy - Free Admission
2023-12-07 12:00 - 2024-03-10 17:00 | Ellen Noel Art Museum, 4909 E. University, Odessa, TX, 79762, United States
Gastronomy
Studio Art Quilt Associates
Opens December 7, 2023, 12:00 PM – March 10, 2024 5:00 PM
The Ellen Noël Art Museum hosts its current exhibition on loan from the Studio Art Quilt Associates, entitled “Gastronomy.” This collection is on view with free admission from December 7, 2023 – March 10, 2024. Please join us for MUSEUM UNCORKED: A NIGHT OF ART & WINE in conjunction with this exhibit on March 8, 2024.
Gastronomy is the study of the relationship between food and culture, featuring not only the bountiful gifts from nature, but a gift from the human hand. The art of preparing unique, delicate food is a tradition passed from generation to generation around the world. It combines innovative ingredients, colors, textures, and flavors to create dishes that are pleasing to both the palate and the eye. This exhibition is the blend of the art of cooking and the artistry of quilting. Gastronomy showcases over 30 quilts created by members of the Studio Art Quilt Associates, Inc. (SAQA) and juried by sisters and curators, Cecilia and Merce Gonzalez Desedamasis.
This is the first time that the Ellen Noël Art Museum has hosted an exhibition by SAQA. They are a nonprofit organization whose mission is to promote the art quilt: “a creative visual work that is layered and stitched or that references this form of stitched layered structure.” Their vision is that the art quilt is universally respected as a fine art medium. Over the past 30 years, SAQA has grown into a dynamic and active community of over 4,000 artists, curators, collectors, and art professionals located around the world.

Read to Felix
2023-12-07 16:00 - 17:00 | Ector County Library
Children’s Department will be hosting “Read to Felix” Event. Felix is a therapy dog that loves to be read to. This will be located at the 3rd floor Children’s Department, Thursday at 4:00 pm.

Knit & Stitch - Free
2023-12-07 18:00 - 19:30 | Ellen Noel Art Museum, 4909 E. University, Odessa, TX, 79762, United States
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

Starbright Village
2023-12-07 18:00 - 2024-01-02 23:00 | McKinney Park, 625 W Pool Road, Odessa, TX, 79763, United States
Date / Time: December 7th through January 2, 2024 – 6 pm to 11 pm (open nightly)
Location: McKinney Park, 625 W Pool Road
Join us at McKinney Park (off of Interstate-20 and Highway 385), during the month of December as the City of Odessa invite you to Starbright Village (presented by First Basin Credit Union), the largest display of lights in the Permian Basin. Over 300,000 lights and holiday themed displays bring the holiday season to life. Whether you’re walking or driving through, this event will bring out your holiday spirit as the lights shine bright and the holiday music plays over the radio.

Paint with me at Homemade Wines
2023-12-07 18:30 - 20:30, 2023-12-14 18:30 - 20:30, 2023-12-21 18:30 - 20:30 | Homemade Wines, 400 N. Texas Avenue, Odessa, 79761, United States
come and paint with me in a fun relaxed environment alongside delicious wines and foods! ages 12 and up are welcome. please arrive at least 10 to 15 minutes early so that you can get your seats and refreshments ordered. no outside food or drinks please. refunds are available if canceled 7 days prior to the event. if you do not cancel 7 days before the event you will can have a credit issued to participate in any future event of your choosing.
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Christmas Carriage Rides
2023-12-07 18:30 - 20:50 | Emerald Forest Subdivision, shiloh road, Odessa, TX, 79762, United States
Enjoy a festive horse drawn carriage ride through the beautifully lit and decorated Emerald Forest Subdivision in Odessa, TX.
December 7-9th; December 11-14th Tickets:
$150 – 4 Person Private Carriage
$200 – 6 Person Private Carriage
$375 – 12 Person Private Carriage
Rides begin at 6:30 PM with rides lasting approximately 20 minutes with the last ride at 8:50 PM.
All proceeds benefit the Junior League of Odessa

Great Expectations
2023-12-09 18:00 - 21:00 | UTPB CEED Building, North, 1310 FM1788, Midland, TX, 79707, United States
SOLO EXHIBITION Opening Reception
Saturday, December 9, 2023 from 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
University of Texas Permian Basin CEED Building located at North, 1310 FM1788, Midland, Texas 79707
The Exhibition will be on display from December 9th – 22nd.
For further information please contact www.EmilyDaw.com

Art Talk - Free Event
2023-12-14 18:00 - 20:00 | Ellen Noel Art Museum, 4909 E. University, Odessa, TX, 79762, United States
Spend the evening enjoying a discussion of selected work from the Ellen Noël Art Museum’s collection. Get the chance to view, analyze, and discuss artwork using visual thinking strategies. Small groups can be accommodated. · Free

Passive Program: Paper Airplanes
2024-01-01 09:00 - 19:00 | Ector County Library
Passive Program: Paper Airplanes Jan. 1 – 31

January 1, 2024

**Ongoing monthly take home craft available at the Children’s circulation desk**
This month’s passive program is paper airplanes! Pick up a paper airplane design in the Children’s Department, make it and we will display it. When you turn it in you will receive a surprise!
Location: 3rd Floor Children’s Department

First Friday
2024-01-05 18:00 - 21:00 | Downtown Odessa, 79761, United States
WHAT IS FIRST FRIDAY?

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.

Adventures in Art
2024-01-07 14:30 - 15:30 | Ellen Noel Art Museum, 4909 E. University, Odessa, TX, 79762, United States
Adventures in Art
Ages 6 – 12
Adventures in Art is an exhibition-driven class for children ages 6 – 12. We begin with a gallery walk of a related exhibition in the museum and finish with a studio art experience that changes with each class. This 1 hour class is held once a month from October – May. Registration is required in advance only of $20, due by the previous Thursday at 5:00 pm. Scholarships are available. For more information contact Annie Stanley here.
January 7: 3D Design • February 4: Printmaking • March 3: Graphic Design

Cactus Painting Class - Homemade Wines
2024-01-11 18:30 - 20:30 | Homemade Wines, 400 N. Texas Avenue, Odessa, 79761, United States
Come paint with me at Homemade Wines ! Let’s Paint in a fun relaxed environment alongside yummy wines and foods (purchased separately). Ages 12 and up. No outside food or drinks please. Paint instruction will begin at 6:30pm sharp. Please arrive at least 10 to 15 minutes early so that you can get your seats and refreshments ordered.
