• Land and Likeness Art Exhibit

    Nancy Fyfe Cardozier Gallery 4901 E. Univsersity Blvd, Odessa, United States
    Humanities

    Land and Likeness With Logos Now up in the gallery, Land and Likeness! Land and Likeness brings together four artists from the Permian Basin. UTPB Alum Catherine Allen, Odessa College Art instructor Daniel Sorensen, Midland College Art instructor Michael Hubbard, and rancher/painter Alice Leese. This exhibition examines each artist’s engagement with landscape and portraiture, addressing the physical geography of the region alongside the psychological dimensions of identity. It will be up until April 9th with a reception on March 5th from 5 - 7 PM. Visiting hours: Monday - Friday 9 am - 6 pm Saturday 2 pm - 5 pm

  • Disney The Movies, The Music

    Basin Theatre Works 310 W. 42nd Street, Odessa, TX, United States
    Humanities

    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! 🌟

  • TEXFEST 2026

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

    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

    Ector County Library
    Theatre & Literary Arts

    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

    Ector County Library
    Theatre & Literary Arts

    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

    Ector County Library
    Theatre & Literary Arts

    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!

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

    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 […]

  • Art Talk

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

    Spend some time enjoying a discussion of selected works from the Ellen Noël Art Museum. Learn visual thinking strategies to discuss artwork. Free!

  • Dog Man: Party

    Ector County Library
    Theatre & Literary Arts

    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

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

    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!