Odessa Arts

Book Making Workshop
2026-02-28 13:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Ellen Noel Art Museum, 4909 E. University, Odessa, TX, 79762, United States
Saturday, February 28, 2026
1:00 PM 4:00 PM

Explore the art of bookmaking! Join artist and bookmaker Kate Mahoney to learn how to fold, sew, and glue paper to create one-of-a-kind, handmade books. Your finished books can be used as art or travel journals, photo albums, baby books, and more! All supplies are provided.

Book Making Workshop
2026-02-28 13:00 - 16:00 | Ellen Noel Art Museum, 4909 E. University, Odessa, TX, 79762, United States

Kodak Black is coming this Feb 27
2026-02-27 20:00 | La Hacienda Event Center, 12600 TX-191 Hwy, Midland, TX, 79705, United States
THE COWBOY BILL TEXAS TAKEOVER TOUR! 🔥 KODAK BLACK CROSSES STATE LINE AND TARGETS ALL OF TEXAS BRINGING THE SOUTH TOGETHER!

Mama Sue Roseberry - Midland Community Theatre
2026-02-27 19:00, 2026-02-26 19:00 | Midland Community Theatre, 2000 W. Wadley, Midland, 79705, United States

Odessa College Rodeo
2026-02-26 19:00 - 2026-02-28 22:00 | Ector County Coliseum, 4201 Andrews Highway, Odessa, TX, 79762, United States
Let’s Rodeo!!
Odessa College Wrangler Rodeo
February 26-27-28 @ 7:00 pm
Ector County Coliseum, Odessa Tx
Get your tickets today!!
https://etix.com/ticket/e/1056541/2026-odessa-college-rodeo-odessa-ector-county-coliseumbox-office-solutions

42nd Annual Odessa College Rodeo, Sponsored by Chevron
2026-02-26 18:00 - 2026-02-28 18:00 | Ector County Coliseum, 4201 Andrews Highway, Odessa, TX, 79762, United States
About the event
42nd Annual Odessa College Rodeo, Sponsored by Chevron
🤠🐎 Saddle up, West Texas! 🐎🤠
Join the Odessa College Rodeo Team for the 42nd Annual Odessa College Rodeo, proudly sponsored by Chevron, on February 26–28, 2026 at the Ector County Coliseum.
Experience three days of high-energy collegiate rodeo action as top competitors go head-to-head in true West Texas style.
🎟️ Get your tickets now: https://www.etix.com/ticket/e/1056541/2026-odessa-college-rodeo-odessa-ector-county-coliseumbox-office-solutions
Don’t miss one of Odessa’s longest-running traditions!

In Celebration of Black History Month: A Choir Performance by Saint James Missionary Baptist Church Choir - FREE Event
2026-02-26 18:00 | Ellen Noel Art Museum, 4909 E. University, Odessa, TX, 79762, United States

Read to Felix
2026-02-26 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-19 16:00 - 17:00 | Ector County Library
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.

Carrer & Internship Fair UTPB
2026-02-26 13:00 - 16:00 | UTPB
Explore career paths, internships, and part-time or full-time opportunities at our All-Majors Career & Internship Fair! Meet employers from a wide range of industries, learn what they’re looking for, and make connections that can help you take your next step.

Thursday, February 26, 2026
UTPB Gym
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Bring copies of your Resume!
Dress Business Professional

OPEN TO ALL MAJORS!

February 26, 2026

1 PM – 4 PM CST

Register Here

CATEGORIES
Campus Events

LOCATION
Gym

TYPE
On Campus

AUDIENCE
Faculty/Staff
Students
Alumni

CONTACT

Career Services

(432) 552-2890

careerservices@utpb.edu

Carrer & Intership Fair - UTPB
2026-02-26 13:00 - 16:00 | UTPB
Explore career paths, internships, and part-time or full-time opportunities at our All-Majors Career & Internship Fair! Meet employers from a wide range of industries, learn what they’re looking for, and make connections that can help you take your next step.

Thursday, February 26, 2026
UTPB Gym
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Bring copies of your Resume!
Dress Business Professional

OPEN TO ALL MAJORS!

Sensory Friendly Storytime
2026-02-25 16:30 - 17:30 | Ector County Library
Have a child that finds big storytimes overwhelming? Join us for Sensory Friendly Storytime where we read a few books, sing a few songs, and get to play with the sensory bins or make a craft.

¿Tienes un hijo al que le resultan abrumadoras las sesiones de cuentacuentos multitudinarias? Únete a nuestra sesión de cuentacuentos adaptada a personas con sensibilidad sensorial, donde leeremos algunos libros, cantaremos algunas canciones y podremos jugar con materiales sensoriales o hacer manualidades.

Toddler Tales Storytime - DOWNTOWN
2026-02-25 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
2026-02-25 11:00 - 11:30 | Midland County Library – Centennial Branch, 2503 Loop 250 Frontage Rd., Midland, TX, 79705, United States

Storytime and Crafts: Birds
2026-02-25 10:00 - 11:30 | Ector County Library
Storytime has gone to the birds! Will Pigeon visit? Will a parrot copy you? Join us to find out.
¡La hora del cuento se ha llenado de pájaros! ¿Nos visitará una paloma? ¿Un loro te imitará? Acompáñanos para descubrirlo.

Yoga At The Museum
2026-02-25 08:00 - 09:00 | Ellen Noel Art Museum, 4909 E. University, Odessa, TX, 79762, United States

Shrimpfest
2026-02-23 19:00 | Ector County Coliseum Barn G, 4501 Andrews Hwy, Odessa, TX, 79762, United States
The Ellen Noël Art Museum presents Shrimpfest, benefitting the Museum’s educational programs across the Permian Basin! Join us on February 23, 2026, at the Ector County Coliseum – Barn G! Sponsor tables are now available and include admission, a sponsor-only cocktail reception, delicious appetizers, waiter service, and more! General Admission tickets are $50 in advance or $55 at the door. Sponsor Hour begins at 5:30 PM, followed by General Admission at 7 PM! For Sponsorships or Table Reservations, contact 432-550-9696 ext. 210.

3x3 Basketball League
2026-02-23 18:00 - 19:30 | Odessa College, 201 W. Univeristy Ave., Odessa, TX, 79764, United States
Game on, Wranglers!
Grab your crew and hit the court for 3×3 Basketball League at the ICA Gym Sports Center. Whether you’re here to compete, stay active, or just have fun, this league is free and open to everyone!
Mondays: January 26 | February 2, 16 & 23
6:00–7:30 PM
ICA Gym Sports Center
Fast games, good vibes, and nonstop action—see you on the court!

Adult Coloring Group - CENTENNIAL
2026-02-23 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.

The Best Drum Tao
2026-02-22 19:00 - 21:00 | Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center, 1310 FM 1788, Midland, Texas
Sunday, February 22, 2026
7:00 PM 9:00 PM
Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center

DRUM TAO explodes on stage with a captivating performance full of flash and fire! Renowned for powerful and athletic drumming, their newest show, The Best, blends traditional “Wadaiko” (Japanese Drums) with modern energy and theatrical flair. Seen by 10 million spectators across the globe, DRUM TAO shows feature vibrant costumes, dramatic synchronized drumming and movement with a variety of traditional Japanese instruments including flutes and harps alongside the massive taiko drums. They have captivated audiences worldwide – selling out shows in 26 countries – garnering critical acclaim and accolades along the way.

Drum Tao
2026-02-22 19:00 - 21:00 | Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center, 1310 FM 1788, Midland, Texas
DRUM TAO explodes on stage with a captivating performance full of flash and fire! Renowned for powerful and athletic drumming, their newest show, The Best, blends traditional “Wadaiko” (Japanese Drums) with modern energy and theatrical flair. Seen by 10 million spectators across the globe, DRUM TAO shows feature vibrant costumes, dramatic synchronized drumming and movement with a variety of traditional Japanese instruments including flutes and harps alongside the massive taiko drums. They have captivated audiences worldwide – selling out shows in 26 countries – garnering critical acclaim and accolades along the way.

Dear Evan Hansen - Auditions
2026-02-22 18:00 - 2026-02-23 18:00 | Midland Community Theatre, 2000 W. Wadley, Midland, 79705, United States
Event by Midland Community Theatre

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

Duration: 3 hr

Public · Anyone on or off Facebook

Dear Evan Hansen Directed by Emma Evenson
Auditions for Dear Evan Hansen will take place on February 22nd and 23rd at 6:30 PM.
Callbacks will be held on February 24th upon request.
The audition signup will close on Friday afternoon, February 20th. Walk-Ins will be accepted but will wait until signup auditionees have completed their timeslot.

TIG NOTARO: OUT OF NOWHERE
2026-02-21 19:30 | Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center, 1310 FM 1788, Midland, Texas
Ticket Info

TIG NOTARO: OUT OF NOWHERE

Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center

February 21, 2026 7:30 PM
Doors Open: 6:30 PM

TICKET PRICES $193.19 – $48.23All In Pricing Includes Convenience Fees

RESERVED SEATING

ALL PERSONS, INCLUDING LAP CHILDREN, INFANTS & BABIES, WILL REQUIRE A TICKET FOR ENTRY FOR ALL TICKETED PERFORMANCES.

• TO SELECT YOUR SEATS, CLICK ON ANY SECTION IN THE MAP BELOW
• PLEASE REVIEW CART CAREFULLY BEFORE COMPLETING YOUR PURCHASE
• NOTE: ORCH RIGHT IS EVEN NUMBERED SEATS
• NOTE: ORCH LEFT IS ODD NUMBERED SEATS
• ALL SALES FINAL. NO REFUNDS OR EXCHANGES

Falcon Day February 21
2026-02-21 10:00 - 14:00 | UTPB
We’ve tailored the experience exclusively for students like YOU.
Here’s what you can expect:

Get to know UTPB. See the places and meet the people most important to you!
Explore campus and tour our residence and dining hall.
Meet faculty and staff at the academic and student services fair.
Get to know some of our students. (FYI: they’re pretty awesome.)
Meet with admissions and financial aid counselors – find your way to becoming a Falcon!

ETAILS

February 21, 2026

10 AM – 2 PM CST

CATEGORIES
Academics
Campus Events
Conference/Seminars/Lectures
Student Life

TYPE
On Campus

AUDIENCE
Students

Grovee City - Flair Taverna
2026-02-20 20:00 - 22:00 | Flair Taverna, 2701 JBS Parkway, Odessa, Texas
The night comes alive at Flair Taverna This Friday, Feb 20, Groove City brings live music to set the mood, enjoy dinner, and let the night flow with great sound and amazing vibes. Flair Taverna – Odessa, TX (432) 653-5154

Gary Owen - No Hard Feelings Tour
2026-02-20 20:00 - 22:00 | Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center, 1310 FM 1788, Midland, Texas
Friday, February 20, 2026
8:00 PM 10:00 PM
Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center

Gary Owen has been entertaining audiences for more than two decades with his sharp observational humor and fearless storytelling. Known for his unapologetic, rule-defying style, his material draws from his personal life, time in the military and the everyday absurdities that connect people across backgrounds. With a fanbase that has grown by the millions in recent months and continues to surge across social media, Owen’s reach has cemented his place as one of the most in-demand touring comedians today.
Beyond stand-up, Owen has appeared in a wide range of feature films including BACK ON THE STRIP with Tiffany Haddish and Wesley Snipes, MEET THE BLACKS and its sequel THE HOUSE NEXT DOOR, THINK LIKE A MAN and THINK LIKE A MAN TOO, RIDE ALONG with Ice Cube and Kevin Hart, LITTLE MAN opposite the Wayans Brothers, and DADDY DAY CARE with Eddie Murphy. He is also widely recognized for his scene-stealing role as “Bearcat” in the MGM film COLLEGE.

Gary Owen: No Hard Feelings Tour
2026-02-20 20:00 - 22:00 | Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center, 1310 FM 1788, Midland, Texas
Ages 12 and up recommended.

Gary Owen has been entertaining audiences for more than two decades with his sharp observational humor and fearless storytelling. Known for his unapologetic, rule-defying style, his material draws from his personal life, time in the military and the everyday absurdities that connect people across backgrounds. With a fanbase that has grown by the millions in recent months and continues to surge across social media, Owen’s reach has cemented his place as one of the most in-demand touring comedians today.
Beyond stand-up, Owen has appeared in a wide range of feature films including BACK ON THE STRIP with Tiffany Haddish and Wesley Snipes, MEET THE BLACKS and its sequel THE HOUSE NEXT DOOR, THINK LIKE A MAN and THINK LIKE A MAN TOO, RIDE ALONG with Ice Cube and Kevin Hart, LITTLE MAN opposite the Wayans Brothers, and DADDY DAY CARE with Eddie Murphy. He is also widely recognized for his scene-stealing role as “Bearcat” in the MGM film COLLEGE.
On television, Owen starred in his own BET series THE GARY OWEN SHOW and co-hosted TruTV’s sketch series UPLOAD WITH SHAQUILLE O’NEAL. After meeting Tyler Perry on THE TOM JOYNER MORNING SHOW, he was cast in the recurring role of Zach the barber on the TBS comedy series TYLER PERRY’S HOUSE OF PAYNE.
Owen continues to write, produce and perform his own groundbreaking comedy specials, including BLACK FAMOUS, #DOIN’ WHAT I DO, I GOT MY ASSOCIATES, I AGREE WITH MYSELF, TRUE STORY, URBAN LEGEND, and BREAKIN’ OUT THE PARK. Most recently, he recorded two specials back-to-back—BROKEN FAMILY and GARY OWEN…NO S, released this past spring on YouTube.
In addition to his on-stage and on-screen work, Owen hosts his own podcast, #GETSOME WITH GARY OWEN, and has appeared on numerous others, including FLAGRANT PODCAST, TIGERBELLY, YOUR MOM’S HOUSE with Tom Segura & Christina P., CLUB SHAY SHAY and WE PLAYIN’ SPADES PODCAST with Nick Cannon, among others.
Following a wave of record-breaking, sold-out performances at comedy clubs across the country, he recently announced his first major North American theater tour, NO HARD FEELINGS, which kicks off in early 2026.

Paint with me at Homemade Wines
2026-02-20 18:30 - 20:30 | Homemade Wines, 400 N. Texas Avenue, Odessa, 79761, United States

Understanding Your Financials Statements - UTPB
2026-02-19 13:30 | UTPB
