• 100 Happy Faces: Artwork by Barry Phillips the Younger

    Phillips Goff Gallery at Odessa College 201 W University Blvd, Odessa, TX, United States
    Humanities

    Odessa College to Host Barry Phillips the Younger's 40-Year Retrospective Exhibition Odessa, Texas - Odessa College will present 100 HAPPY FACES: Artwork by Barry Phillips the Younger, a retrospective exhibition featuring selected drawings, prints, and assemblages created over the course of the artist's 40-year career. The exhibition will be on display from Tuesday, September 2 through Friday, October 3, 2025, in the Phillips Goff Gallery located in Sedate Hall on the Odessa College campus. Phillips the Younger, a member of the Odessa College art faculty since 1987, is widely recognized for his contributions to the arts both locally and nationally. His work has been exhibited in more than 100 shows across the country. He has received numerous honors, including a National Endowment for the Arts Regional Fellowship in Drawing and Printmaking, the Kimbrough Award from the Dallas Museum of Art, and the 2012 Community Statesman for the Arts award from the Heritage of Odessa Foundation. In describing his upcoming retrospective, Phillips shared: "I am honored to present my 40-year retrospective at Odessa College. It will be fun and informative and strange, so don't miss it!" In addition to the exhibition, Odessa College will host an artist talk with Phillips at […]

  • Podcasting 101: From idea to Air

    Midland College 3600 N. Garfield Street, Midland, TX, United States
    Visual Arts
  • Country 2-Step

    Midland College 3600 N. Garfield Street, Midland, TX, United States
    Visual Arts

    Experience the energy and fun of this iconic partner dance lights up dance floors all across Texas.  In this class, you'll learn the basic steps, turns, and techniques to move confidently to country music.  No prior experience needed just bring your enthusiasm and get ready to have fun. Instructor: Sam Paliashchuk of the Ballroom Dance Studio.  When: September 22- October 27. ( Every Monday). From:  6PM - 7PM Where : 3600 N. Garfield St. Midland, TX 79705 Cost:  $80 Contact us: cecommunityprograms@midland.edu (432) 685 - 4518  

  • Cassatt Quartet Residency

    Humanities

    We bring the Cassatt String Quartet to West Texas bi-annually to inspire and work intensively with our students (elementary to college students), expand students' horizons, and give cultural awareness and higher education guidance. We enrich and develop people through music. Students learn life lessons via chamber music and orchestral playing such as teamwork, verbal and non-verbal communication, and respect for one another. You can see the full list of event dates, locations and times, on the website.  

  • Dia de los muertos – Fun Day

    Arts Council of Midland 806 S. Main Street, Midland, TX, United States
    Public Art

    Join us for an afternoon full of family fun, culture, and tradition at the Arts Council of Midland. FREE ENTRY Date: Thursday, October 2, 2025 Time: 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM (popcorn at 3 PM!) Location: 806 S. Main St., Midland, TX Bring your family and friends to celebrate Día de los Muertos with activities, art, and joy for all ages! More info: acmidland.org 432-687-1149 #DiaDeLosMuertos #FamilyFunDay #MidlandArts #CelebrateTogether #ArtsCouncilOfMidland ************* ¡Día de los Muertos FUN DAY! Acompáñanos a una tarde llena de diversión familiar, cultura y tradición con el Arts Council of Midland. ENTRADA GRATIS Fecha: Jueves, 2 de octubre de 2025 Horario: 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM (¡palomitas a las 3 PM!) Lugar: 806 S. Main St., Midland, TX Trae a tu familia y amigos para celebrar el Día de los Muertos con actividades, arte y alegría para todas las edades. Más info: acmidland.org 432-687-1149 #DiaDeLosMuertos #DíaFamiliar #MidlandArts #CelebremosJuntos #ArtsCouncilOfMidland

  • Knit & Stitch

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

    Join us at the Ellen Noël Art Museum for a delightful experience at our Knit and Stitch event! Whether you're a knitter, quilter, stitcher, or just curious about the craft, this is the perfect opportunity to dive into the world of fiber arts. All skill levels are welcome—from novices eager to learn to experts willing to share their wisdom. Our event offers a unique blend of creativity and camaraderie. Engage in stimulating conversations and build friendships with fellow crafters as you explore visual thinking strategies to discuss and appreciate artwork. Share your projects, exchange tips, and inspire each other in a warm and supportive environment. And don’t stress about those little mistakes—we all make them! Someone might even adore your sweater with the mismatched sleeves or the missing neck hole. So, bring your projects, your questions, and your sense of humor. Join our creative community at the Ellen Noël Art Museum for an evening of crafting and chatting. We can’t wait to see you there!

  • Live 2025 – Zach Williams at Ector County Coliseum

    Ector County Coliseum 4201 Andrews Highway, Odessa, TX, United States
    Music

    Date & Location Thu, 02 Oct, 2025 at 07:00 pm (CDT) Add to Calendar Ector County Coliseum 4201 Andrews Highway, Odessa, TX 79761, United States

  • Jazz & Beyond: a legendary concert experience!

    Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center 1310 FM 1788, Midland, Texas
    Music

    We are thrilled to invite you to Jazz & Beyond 2025, a free concert presented by the West Texas Jazz Society, Thursday, October 2 at 7:30 pm at the Wagner-Noël Performing Arts Center (1310 FM 1788, Midland). This year’s lineup brings together a stellar roster of Grammy-level talent. You won’t want to miss: Dan Fornero — celebrated lead trumpet player whose credits include Woody Herman, Brian Setzer, and film work on La La Land, Coco, Frozen, and more Jarrett Johnson — Grammy® nominated vocalist, arranger, and songwriter whose performances span from The Tonight Show to Carnegie Hall, tours with Michael Bublé, and Benson Boone David Zarlenga — touring drummer and music director who has worked with Tom Jones, played on The Tonight Show, etc. Ernest Tibbs — bassist with a broad recording and touring career, including work with Natalie Cole, Gladys Knight, and more Wally Minko — Grammy-nominated composer/keyboardist whose credits include Barry Manilow, Jean-Luc Ponty, Arturo Sandoval, and producing/arranging for top artists Andy Martin — world-class trombonist with deep ties to the L.A. jazz and big-band scene, performed on Family Guy, and Pixar’s Soul Gary Meek — multi-instrumentalist (sax, flute, keyboards), producer, and sideman on over 200 records Aaron […]

  • West Texas Sound-Off: Battle of the Bands

    The Tailgate Midland 4401 N Big Spring, Midland, TX, United States
    Music

    Friday, October 3, 2025 • The Tailgate Midland Ten bands. One stage. One incredible night for West Texas local music Here’s the breakdown: 1. Enter Your Band → thetailgatemidland.com/bands Deadline: Monday, Sept 15, 2025 at 11:59pm 2. Top 10 Selected → Judges select the top 10 bands to perform live on The Tailgate stage 3.  Battle of the Bands → 10 bands perform live. 5 judges crown the winner (Plus, a crowd favorite award!) All Ages Event • Tickets at thetailgatemidland.com Proceeds support local musicians.

  • First Friday

    Recurring
    Downtown Odessa , 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.

  • First Friday !! Odessa Arts

    Discover Odessa
    Humanities

    First Friday ODTX is one of the best ways to experience Odessa like a local! At Discover Odessa, we're all about helping you uncover the heart of our city — and this monthly event is packed with West Texas charm, creativity, and community. Local Art & Creative Experiences Live Music Food & Drinks Movies & Entertainment Pop-Up Vendors & Boutiques Check out our blog to see how to explore First Friday in Downtown Odessa and surrounding areas — from art and live music to food, local vendors, what to take & more https://bit.ly/45cfeZo First Friday ODTX brought to you by: Odessa Arts & Downtown Odessa, Inc.

  • Party in the park – 5th Anniversary

    𝐅𝐑𝐄𝐄 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 – 𝐘𝐨𝐮'𝐫𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝! We’re turning 5, and it’s time to PARTY! Join us at 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐤 on 𝐒𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐎𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟒𝐭𝐡 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝟏𝟐–𝟓𝐏𝐌 for an unforgettable day of 𝐟𝐮𝐧, 𝐟𝐨𝐨𝐝, 𝐦𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐜, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐟𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐲-𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐥𝐲 𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬! It’s our 𝟓𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐲 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐤– proudly presented by 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐜𝐨𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐬 and hosted by the 𝐌𝐢𝐝𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐃𝐨𝐰𝐧𝐭𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐤 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐲 & 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐤. Let’s celebrate 𝟓 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲, 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐠𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞𝐬 — and it’s all FREE! Want to 𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐞𝐫, 𝐝𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐫𝐚𝐟𝐟𝐥𝐞 𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐬, 𝐨𝐫 𝐬𝐞𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐥 𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐮𝐩? Visit: www.centennialparkmidland.org/p/things-to-do/5yr Tag your crew, spread the word, and let’s make this the biggest party yet! #CentennialParkTurns5 #MidlandEvents #CommunityStrong