• Don’t Miss Aaron Watson Live in Odessa on Friday

    Sandhills Stock Show And Rodeo 218 W 46th St, Odessa, TX, United States
    Music

    Date & Location   Fri, 16 Jan, 2026 at 09:30 pm to 11:30 pm (CST) Add to Calendar   Sandhills Stock Show And Rodeo Sandhills Stock Show And Rodeo, Odessa, TX, United States View on map About the event Aaron Watson in Odessa 🎶 Don't Miss Aaron Watson Live in Odessa on Friday, January 16, 2026! 🎶 Are you ready to experience Aaron Watson like never before? With chart-topping hits like Freight Train, July In Cheyenne (Song For Lane's Momma) and That Look and 259.5K+ devoted fans, Aaron Watson is taking over Sandhills Stock Show And Rodeo this Friday, January 16, 2026, and trust us, you don't want to miss this.With multiple shows lined up, this one ensures to be the ultimate musical experience, where the energy of Aaron Watson will make you dance, sing, and maybe even cry (in a good way). Event Details: 📅 Date: Friday, January 16, 2026 ⏰ Time: 9:30 PM 📍 Venue: Sandhills Stock Show And Rodeo Expect an unforgettable performance featuring all your favorite songs and some surprises you've never heard before. So, If you're discovering Aaron Watson for the first time, this show will blow your mind. Why This Show is Unmissable With […]

  • Museum Venue Open House

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

    Step inside the Museum and explore how our FMH Foundation Community Room, Garden, and Galleries can transform into the perfect venue for your corporate meeting, wedding, reception, or special event. Tour beautifully staged setups, gather inspiration, and meet our team to learn how we can bring your vision to life! Free!

  • Children’s Passive Program: We’re Going on a Gnome Hunt

    Recurring
    Discover Odessa
    Humanities

    Details The gnomes have left their garden and are causing trouble in the children’s department. Can you help find them? They like to move our books, play with out things, and pester staff with they are trying to run. Come to the children’s department to get your counting sheet. Runs all month long.

  • 1st Annual BCCPB MLK Chili Cook Off

    Woodson Boys and Girls Club 1037 E Murphy St, Odessa, TX, United States
    Humanities

    1st Annual BCCPB MLK Chili Cook-Off Greetings To ensure a fair and smooth competition, please review the official cook-off rules below: • All chili entries must consist of meat or Impossible™ meat (vegetarian substitute). • No beans, corn, or green bean–type vegetables are allowed in any chili entries. • Chili may be hot, mild, or extra mild for judging. • All chili entries must be fully prepared and placed on the judging table no later than 10:00 AM on Saturday, January 17, 2026. • Once chili is placed on the table for judging, nothing may be added or altered. Participants are asked to follow all rules closely to avoid disqualification. If you have any questions regarding the MLK Chili Cook-Off rules or participation details, please contact the BCCPB office at 432-332-5812.

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  • Woodson Boys and Girls Club 1037 E Murphy St, Odessa, TX, United States
    Humanities

    Date & Location Sat, 17 Jan, 2026 at 11:00 am to 01:00 pm (CST) Add to Calendar Woodson Boys and Girls Club 1037 E Murphy St, Odessa, Texas, United States View on map About the event 1st Annual BCCPB MLK Chili Cook-Off Greetings To ensure a fair and smooth competition, please review the official cook-off rules below: • All chili entries must consist of meat or Impossible™ meat (vegetarian substitute). • No beans, corn, or green bean–type vegetables are allowed in any chili entries. • Chili may be hot, mild, or extra mild for judging. • All chili entries must be fully prepared and placed on the judging table no later than 10:00 AM on Saturday, January 17, 2026. • Once chili is placed on the table for judging, nothing may be added or altered. Participants are asked to follow all rules closely to avoid disqualification. If you have any questions regarding the MLK Chili Cook-Off rules or participation details, please contact the BCCPB office at 432-332-5812. Sign up link: https://www.odessablackchamber.com/event-list Cash app $BCCPB We look forward to your participation and celebrating community, culture, and great food.     

  • Paint With Me at Homemade Wines

    Homemade Wines 400 N. Texas Avenue, Odessa, United States
    Humanities

    Come and paint with me in a fun relaxed environment alongside yummy food and wine. We will be painting on a 16×20 sized canvas using acrylic paints. All paint supplies will be provided with your ticket purchase. All food and drinks will be purchased separately at the event. Refunds are available if you cancel seven days prior to the event. If for any reason, you do not cancel 7 days before the event, you will be given the option between a DIY kit or a credit to attend a future event of your choosing.

  • 2026 SandHills Stock Show & Rodeo

    Recurring
    Ector County Coliseum 4201 Andrews Highway, Odessa, TX, United States
    Humanities

    Details The SandHills Stock Show & Rodeo is set to return to the Ector County Coliseum from January 8 to 17, 2026, bringing together the best in professional rodeo action, livestock shows, and family entertainment. This year marks an impressive 93 years of livestock shows and 78 years of rodeo action, continuing a proud tradition that began in the early 1930s. Serving as the official kickoff for the stock show circuit and the start of the pro-rodeo Texas swing, a night at the SandHills Rodeo promises an experience filled with saluting the flag, cheering for winning rides, and getting up close to bone-jarring action. The 2026 rodeo will feature elite PRCA competition, with top-ranked cowboys and cowgirls competing head-to-head in events such as bull riding, barrel racing, saddle bronc riding, calf roping, and more. New to the lineup this year is specialty act John Payne, “The One Arm Bandit,” whose world-renowned horse and herd performance has earned him 15 PRCA Rodeo Act of the Year titles. Returning is fan favorite, Justin Rumford. As barrel man, he will bring his energy and humor to the arena. A ten-time PRCA Clown of the Year and host of the popular RumpChat podcast, Rumford […]

  • Children’s Passive Program: We’re Going on a Gnome Hunt

    Recurring
    Discover Odessa
    Humanities

    Details The gnomes have left their garden and are causing trouble in the children’s department. Can you help find them? They like to move our books, play with out things, and pester staff with they are trying to run. Come to the children’s department to get your counting sheet. Runs all month long.

  • Children’s Passive Program: We’re Going on a Gnome Hunt

    Recurring
    Discover Odessa
    Humanities

    Details The gnomes have left their garden and are causing trouble in the children’s department. Can you help find them? They like to move our books, play with out things, and pester staff with they are trying to run. Come to the children’s department to get your counting sheet. Runs all month long.

  • Adult Coloring Group – CENTENNIAL

    Recurring
    Midland County Library - Centennial Branch 2503 Loop 250 Frontage Rd., Midland, TX, United States
    Humanities

    Coloring reduces stress, improves focus, and stimulates creativity. Newcomers welcome. Adults.

  • 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