Odessa Arts

Toddler Tales Storytime - CENTENNIAL
2026-02-25 11:00 - 11:30, 2026-02-18 11:00 - 11:30 (America/Chicago) | Midland County Library – Centennial Branch, 2503 Loop 250 Frontage Rd., Midland, TX, 79705, 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.

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, 2026-02-16 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

Read to Felix
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.

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

Books and Babies
2026-02-19 10:00 - 11:00 | Ector County Library
Bundle up your little tikes amd bring them to Books and Babies where we read a couple of books, sing songs, and get to play in the baby play room.

Abriga bien a tus pequeños y tráelos a Books and Babies, donde leeremos un par de libros, cantaremos canciones y podrán jugar en la sala de juegos para bebés.

Permian High School Dance Explosion Recital
2026-02-18 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-02-17 18:30 - 20:30 | Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center, 1310 FM 1788, Midland, Texas
Permian High School Dance Department and Panther Paws Dance Teams will be hosting their annual Dance Explosion recital. The shows will feature both the Varsity and Jr. Varsity teams, all dance classes and guest performers including OC Blues, UTPB Pom squad, Wilson and Young Middle School dance team, En Croix Dance Academy and Future Paw participants.

Toddler Tales Storytime - DOWNTOWN
2026-02-18 11:00 - 11:30 | Midland Library at the Plaza (Downtown), 301 W. Missouri Ave., Midland, TX, 79701, United States

Storytime and Crafts: Vehicles
2026-02-18 10:00 - 23:30 | Ector County Library
Things that go vroom or zoom or chugga chugga choo choo will be the highlight of storytime .
Los objetos que hacen ruidos como “vroom”, “zoom” o “chugga chugga choo choo” serán lo más destacado de la hora del cuento.

Art Tales - Black Dog by Levi Pinfold
2026-02-18 10:00 - 11:00 | Ellen Noel Art Museum, 4909 E. University, Odessa, TX, 79762, United States
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
10:00 AM 11:00 AM

Art-loving preschoolers ages 3-5 and their grown-ups are invited to join us at the Museum for a beautifully illustrated story and art activity.
February 18: Black Dog by Levi Pinfold

Art Tales
2026-02-18 10:00 | Ellen Noel Art Museum, 4909 E. University, Odessa, TX, 79762, United States
Art-loving preschoolers ages 3-5 and their grown-ups are invited to join us at the Museum for a beautifully illustrated story and art activity.

Yoga at the Museum
2026-02-18 08:00 - 09:00 | Ellen Noel Art Museum, 4909 E. University, Odessa, TX, 79762, United States
Grab your mat and meet us Wednesday mornings at 8:00 for a yin style yoga class led by instructors from rOming Yoga. Free for Museum Members Only.

Family Craft Night - Cars
2026-02-17 16:30 - 18:30 | Ector County Library
Make a car or maybe an airplane or a train out of the supplies we offer as a family.
Con los materiales que les ofrecemos como familia, pueden construir un coche, un avión o un tren.

Live Like Rylee Ladies Night Out
2026-02-17 08:00 - 17:00 | Crossroads Student Building, 6901 TX - 191 Frontage, Odessa, TX, 79762, United States
Friday, February 20, 2026
5:00 PM 9:00 PM

Crossroads Odessa Texas6901 Texas 191 FrontageOdessa, TX, 79762United States

Tomas and the Library Lady
2026-02-14 19:00 | Blackshear Elementary, 501 S. Dixie Blvd., Odessa, TX, 79761, United States
oin us for Tomás and the Library Lady at Blackshear Elementary! Performances are on February 6 & 7 and February 13 & 14 at 7 PM. Don’t miss seeing this heartwarming story come to life on stage!
Tickets Here: https://buy.ticketstothecity.com/purchase.php?event_id=18908
