Odessa Arts

THURSDAY JAZZ NIGHT at FLAIR TAVERNA
2025-09-18 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Flair Taverna, 2701 JBS Parkway, Odessa, Texas
Feel the rhythm with Four on the Floor
A unique night of live jazz, elegance, and the best vibes in Odessa.

2701 John Ben Shepperd Pkwy, Odessa, TX
6–9PM

Open kitchen
Wines, cocktails & the Flair touch

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Art Talk
2025-09-18 18:00 - 19:00 | Ellen Noel Art Museum, 4909 E. University, Odessa, TX, 79762, United States
Join us for an engaging evening at the Ellen Noël Art Museum’s Art Talk! This event is a wonderful opportunity for art enthusiasts to come together and delve into the mysteries of a particular painting as they enhance their visual literacy skills. Gather with friends and fellow art lovers as we interpret, comprehend, and appreciate the art in ways that advance thinking, decision-making, communication and learning.
Art Talk is all about exploring different perspectives and sparking lively conversation. Whether you’re an art aficionado or just curious, share your thoughts and insights in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. We go through a three question process that allows visitors to share their perceptions while viewing a piece of art from our Permanent Collection.
Come be a part of Art Talk at the Ellen Noël Art Museum and experience art in a whole new way. We can’t wait to see you there!

Toddler Tales Storytime - DOWNTOWN
2025-09-17 11:00 - 11:30, 2025-09-10 11:00 - 11:30, 2025-09-03 11:00 - 11:30 | 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.

Toddler Tales Storytime - CENTENNIAL
2025-09-17 11:00 - 11:30, 2025-09-10 11:00 - 11:30 | Midland County Library – Centennial Branch, 2503 Loop 250 Frontage Rd., Midland, TX, 79705, United States

Artist Talk: Barry Phillips the Younger
2025-09-16 16:00 - 17:00 | The Globe of the Great Southwest, 2308 Shakespeare Road, Odessa, TX, 79761, United States
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 4 p.m. on Tuesday, September 16, in the Globe Theater, followed by a reception in the Phillips Goff Gallery.
Phillips holds a Bachelor’s degree in Philosophy from Texas Tech University and a Master’s degree in Fine Art from Texas A&M – Commerce. He is also a former member of the board of directors for the Texas Association of Schools of Art.
The Phillips Goff Gallery will be open during the exhibition with hours of 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Monday

Adult Coloring Group - CENTENNIAL
2025-09-15 15:00 - 16:00, 2025-09-08 15:00 - 16:00 | Midland County Library – Centennial Branch, 2503 Loop 250 Frontage Rd., Midland, TX, 79705, United States
Coloring reduces stress, improves focus, and stimulates creativity. Newcomers welcome. Adults.

La Dictadura Norteña con tus rolas a la carta
2025-09-14 16:00 | Dos Amigos, 4700 N.Golder Ave, Odessa, TX, 79764, United States

Elvis Back In The Building
2025-09-13 19:30 | Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center, 1310 FM 1788, Midland, Texas
Legends in Concert and King Center presents Back in the Building- The Ultimate Elvis Tribute Musical. The King is back on the stage with all of the bedazzled jumpsuits, leather, swiveling hips, and leg-shaking, presenting their newest retrospective of Elvis’ life in music told through the eyes of the world’s best tribute artists. Featuring Leo Days, Daniel Durston and Carol Maccri Gossamer with a fantastic live band and ensemble.

Pat Green performs live at The Tailgate
2025-09-13 18:00 | The Tailgate Midland, 4401 N Big Spring, Midland, TX, 79705, United States
Pat Green performs live at The Tailgate on Saturday, September 13th for the Best of the West Benefit Concert! A night where great music meets incredible causes.

Tickets and VIP tables available now at thetailgatemidland.com

Proceeds from this event benefit:
-The Scharbauer Wikse Ace Outreach Program
-Permian Warrior Partnership
-Racfit Foundation
-Special Olympics
-Midland Humane Coalition
-Mary Ann Casey Breast Cancer Fund

Canelo Vs. Crawford
2025-09-13 18:00 | Dos Amigos, 4700 N.Golder Ave, Odessa, TX, 79764, United States

ENAM at Park's Legado Farmer's Market
2025-09-13 08:00 - 12:00 | Parks Legado Farmers Market, 7260 E. Hwy 191, Odessa, TX, 79765, United States
Join the Ellen Noël Art Museum this Saturday from 8 AM – 12 PM at the Parks Legado Farmers Market! We’ll be at our booth handing out FREE kids art projects—each kit comes with all the materials your young artist needs to get creative at home.
Make it a fun morning! Stop by after grabbing a treat from the local lemonade stand or your favorite bread maker. We can’t wait to see you there!

Movie in the park - Encanto
2025-09-12 18:00 - 22:00 | Centennial Park, 200 W. Wall Street, Midland, TX, 79701, United States
𝐌𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐤 – 𝐅𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐒𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟏𝟐𝐭𝐡Grab your lawn chairs, blankets, and the whole family — we’re showing 𝑬𝒏𝒄𝒂𝒏𝒕𝒐 on the big screen beginning at dusk! Big thanks to 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐜𝐨𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐬 for sponsoring this fun community night. Food trucks will be parked on Colorado St before and during the movie. We hope to see you there!

Globe Night
2025-09-12 17:30 | The Globe of the Great Southwest, 2308 Shakespeare Road, Odessa, TX, 79761, United States
Join us for a FEARLESS FRIDAY of UNAPOLOGETIC ARTISTRY!
The Globe Theatre at Odessa College opens our stage to 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.
GLOBE NIGHT at Odessa College is time to share … anything:

singing and dancing,
poetry and storytelling,
photography and film,
puppetry and magic tricks,
stand-up comedy and full-out drama,
culinary and horticulture … it’s all welcome!

For the purposes of these guidelines, people who share things at Globe Night in the form of live performances, visual art, etc. will be referred to as
“Sharers.” Things that Sharers present to the Globe Night audience—including live performances, visual art, etc.—will be referred to as “Pieces.”
• Sharers must fill out the Globe Night Sign-Up form and respond to follow-up/confirmation emails in order to share at Globe Night. Failure to respond to the confirmation email by 2 pm on the day of Globe Night may result in the Sharer having to wait until a subsequent Globe Night to share their Piece.
• There are 15 live performance slots available per Globe Night. Sharers will be able to sign up for live performances until the 15 slots are filled or 2 pm on the day of Globe Night, whichever comes first.
• Live performances of Pieces must be kept at 5 minutes or less in length.
• If applicable, please make use of available microphones and sound amplification for the live performance of your Piece to ensure that it is accessible and can be clearly heard by all audience members.
• In order to maintain Globe Night’s open atmosphere, Pieces that explicitly and exclusively advocate for or disparage specific politicians, political parties, or political candidates will not be shared.
• Sharers will not share at Globe Night while under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or other illicit substances.
• Hate speech, harassment, and bullying of any kind—including targeting anyone based on race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, or any other personal identity—will not be tolerated. This goes for Sharers and audience members alike.
• Pieces with nudity will not be shared.
• Pieces involving the live performance of real violence will not be shared. This does not apply to Pieces that contain representations of violence (e.g., a written description of violence) or simulated violence (e.g., a scene containing stage combat).
• As this is an Odessa College event, both audience members and Sharers alike will be expected to adhere to the college’s guidelines and standards of conduct.
• All contents of Globe Night Pieces represent the views of the individual Sharer(s) and not Odessa College. Odessa College is released from any liability or responsibility related to the content in Globe Night acts.
• If you have any questions regarding these guidelines or the appropriateness of the contents of your Piece, please email Brianna Dunston: brianna.r.dunston@gmail.com.

Trace Adkins
2025-09-11 20:30 | Texas
Benefiting Education Foundation! This private fundraising event promises to be an incredible experience while making a difference in our community. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to enjoy great music for a worthy cause!

Purchase your tickets at theector.com

Karaoke Night
2025-09-11 18:00 - 23:00 | The Destination, 1705 W. Industrial Ave., Midland, TX, 79701
September 11 @ 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Join us for the FREE community karaoke night, hosted by Average DJ Jake. All you need to do is sign up, choose your song, and shine on stage!
Doors open at 6 PM. Family and pet friendly. Bar service and food always available on-site.
Karaoke night season is sponsored by Patriot Cleaning Systems, LLC.

Podcasting 101: From idea to Air
2025-09-09 18:00 - 2025-10-14 20:00 | Midland College, 3600 N. Garfield Street, Midland, TX, 79705, United States

"Key Collaborations"
2025-09-06 19:30 | Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center, 1310 FM 1788, Midland, Texas
Saturday, September 6, 2025
7:30 PM | Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center
Gary Lewis, Conductor
Fei-Fei, Piano
Fei-Fei appears by arrangement of the Cliburn Agency.
Seven O’Clock Shout – Valerie Coleman
Piano Concerto No. 2 in F minor, Op. 21 – Frédéric Chopin
Enigma Variations – Edward Elgar
Tickets $12 – $83, Students $12
CLICK TO PURCHASE TICKETS ONLINE
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West Texas Symphony Key Collaborations
2025-09-06 19:30 | Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center, 1310 FM 1788, Midland, Texas
Fei-Fei, Piano
Fei-Fei appears by arrangement of the Cliburn Agency.
Piano Concerto No. 2 in F minor, Op. 21 – FRÉDÉRIC CHOPIN
Enigma Variations – EDWARD ELGAR
SYMPHONY SOUNDBITES DINNER AVAILABLE

PUMP HANDLE VANDALS
2025-09-06 19:00 | The Destination, 1705 W. Industrial Ave., Midland, TX, 79701
September 6 @ 7:00 pm – 11:59 pm
$10.00 – $12.00

PUMP HANDLE VANDALS, a rock-n-roll band playing original music and cover favorites.
Doors open at 7 pm, music starts at 8 pm.
Bar service and a food truck vendor are always available on site. This week’s food truck will be TBD.

The performance of Bonnie & Clyde: The Musical is directed by Ben Spencer
2025-09-05 19:30 - 2025-09-27 19:30 | Midland Community Theatre, 2000 W. Wadley, Midland, 79705, United States
vent by Midland Community Theatre

2000 W Wadley Ave, Midland, TX, United States, Texas 79705

Public · Anyone on or off Facebook

The performance of Bonnie & Clyde: The Musical is directed by Ben Spencer and will open at the Mabee Theatre II on September 5th, 2025.
America’s most notorious lovers and bank robbers take the country by storm in this sexy and compelling adventure.
**Discretion is advised for depictions of prison content and violence
Tickets open to Members on August 17th (become a member today at mctmidland.org)
Tickets open to the public on August 24th
Pay-What-You-Can Performance on Sunday, September 14th, 2025

$5 Movie- Grease & Peanut Butter Drive
2025-09-05 19:30 | The Ector Theatre, 500 N. Texas, Odessa, TX, 79761, United States
First Friday ODTX & West Texas Food Bank are teaming up for Hunger Action Month!
West Texas Food Bank is hosting their annual Peanut Butter Drive at September’s First Friday. Bring a new, unopened jar of peanut butter to the Ector Theatre during First Friday, and receive FREE admission to First Friday Movie at The Ector Theatre.
Movie Starts at 7:30pm
Grease & Documentary short “The Blessed Corner” by Odessa Native Abraham Franco, starring Mr. Curtis.
Let’s come together to support our community, one jar at a time!

BONNIE & CLYDE: THE MUSICAL
2025-09-05 18:30 - 2025-09-27 18:30 | Midland Community Theatre, 2000 W. Wadley, Midland, 79705, United States
Mabee Theatre II

RATING: Recommended for Adults 18+.

America’s most notorious lovers and bank robbers take the country by storm in this sexy and compelling adventure.

First Friday !!! Odessa Arts
2025-09-05 18:00 - 21:00 | Texas
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.

First Friday
2025-09-05 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.

Tejano Thirsty Thursday’s
2025-09-04 18:00 - 23:00 | The Destination, 1705 W. Industrial Ave., Midland, TX, 79701
September 4 @ 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm

A FREE community event, hosted by DJ Picasso spinning all your favorite Tejano jams plus so much more!
Doors open at 6 PM. Family and pet friendly. Bar service and a food truck vendor are always available on site.
Tejano Thirsty Thursday’s season is sponsored by Basin Sales & Service.

ZZ Top The Elevation Tour
2025-09-03 20:00 | Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center, 1310 FM 1788, Midland, Texas
“That Little Ol’ Band From Texas” has been at it for well over a half century, delivering rock, blues and boogie on the road and in the studio to millions of devoted fans. With iconography as distinctive as their sound, ZZ TOP is virtually synonymous with beards, hotrod cars, spinning guitars and that magic keychain, all of which transcend geography and language.
It was in Houston in the waning days of 1969 that ZZ TOP coalesced from the core of two rival bands, Billy Gibbons’ Moving Sidewalks and Frank Beard and Dusty Hill’s American Blues. Their third album, 1973’s Tres Hombres, catapulted them to national attention with the hit “La Grange,” still one of the band’s signature pieces today. Eliminator, their 1983 album was something of a paradigm shift for ZZ TOP. Their roots blues skew was intact but added to the mix were tech-age trappings that soon found a visual outlet with such tracks as “Sharp Dressed Man” and “Legs” on the nascent MTV. It was one of the music industry’s first albums to have been certified Diamond, far beyond Gold and Platinum and a reflection of US domestic sales exceeding 10 million units.
As a touring entity, they’ve been without peer over the past five decades, having performed before millions of fans on four continents and have been the subject of their own Grammy-nominated documentary titled That Little Ol’ Band From Texas. The band’s line-up of the bearded Gibbons and Hill and Beard, who ironically is clean shaven, remained intact for more than 50 years until Dusty’s passing. When Dusty temporarily departed the tour in the summer of 2021, it was a given that Elwood would be the perfect choice to stand in for Dusty until he could return. But Dusty’s return was not to be, and Elwood continues to handle the bass duties for the band now and into the future.
The elements that keep ZZ TOP fresh, enduring and above the transitory fray can be summed up in the three words of the band’s internal mantra: “Tone, Taste and Tenacity.”. As genuine roots musicians, they have few peers. Their influences are both the originators of the form – Muddy Waters, B.B. King, et al – as well as the British blues rockers and Jimi Hendrix who emerged the generation before ZZ’s ascendance.
They have sold hundreds of millions of records over the course of their career, have been officially designated as Heroes of The State of Texas, inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame (by Keith Richards, no less) and have been referenced in countless cartoons and sitcoms. They are true rock icons and, against all odds, they’re really just doing what they’ve always done. ZZ TOP abides!
