THINGS TO DO December 30-January 5
MONDAY 12/30:
Midland’s Merry Lights: A Holiday Experience in the Heart of Downtown. Centennial Park, Midland. 5-10pm. Until 1/1/25. Get ready to experience the magic of the holidays with Midland’s Merry Lights! This new holiday event transforms Midland into a winter wonderland, bringing the community together to celebrate the season with joy, excitement, and togetherness. Expect stunning light displays and interactive installations for all ages, festive music and photo spots for capturing holiday memories, illuminated pathways to stroll through beautifully lit trails, local business specials, including extended hours, holiday discounts, and seasonal treats. This is a perfect opportunity to support downtown shops and restaurants while embracing the holiday spirit. DETAILS HERE.
Day of Play. Woodson Park Community Building. 3pm. Enjoy a Day of Play where learning and fun go hand in hand! Here’s what you can do: Paint a Canvas, Build with Legos, Explore the Mobile Planetarium, Make a New Friend, and Play Outside! It’s all about learning, playing, and making memories! So parents, grab your kids and come out for this free event. DETAILS HERE.
TUESDAY 12/31: New Year’s Eve!
Midland’s Merry Lights: A Holiday Experience in the Heart of Downtown. Centennial Park, Midland. 5-10pm. Until 1/1/25. Get ready to experience the magic of the holidays with Midland’s Merry Lights! This new holiday event transforms Midland into a winter wonderland, bringing the community together to celebrate the season with joy, excitement, and togetherness. Expect stunning light displays and interactive installations for all ages, festive music and photo spots for capturing holiday memories, illuminated pathways to stroll through beautifully lit trails, local business specials, including extended hours, holiday discounts, and seasonal treats. This is a perfect opportunity to support downtown shops and restaurants while embracing the holiday spirit. DETAILS HERE.
WEDNESDAY 1/1: Happy New Year!
THURSDAY 1/2:
Hike with a Homeless Pet. Sibley Nature Center. 9-10am. Grand Companions brings homeless animals here to be walked on the trails the 1st Thursday of every month! If you would like to hike with a homeless pet or maybe give one a furrever’ home, please come and see the benefits of this exciting partnership! No need to sign-up ahead of time, just show up! INFO HERE.
Sandhills Stock Show and Rodeo. 1/2-1/11 Ector County Coliseum. Rodeo Performances, Cattle Showmanship Contest, Heifer and Steer Show, Open Break Away Roping, Slack, Team & Match Roping and more! Enjoy live concerts by Rick Trevino and Drake Milligan. Food, dancing and all the rodeo fun. TICKETS AND SCHEDULE HERE.
Bulls, Blood & Heroes Vitalant Blood Drive with West Texas Radio Group/KICKS/97Gold at Ector County Coliseum. 4201 Andrews Hwy. 1-4pm. Our local blood bank invites you to give the gift of life. GET MORE DETAILS AND SIGN UP HERE.
FRIDAY 1/3:
Bulls, Blood & Heroes Vitalant Blood Drive with West Texas Radio Group/KICKS/97Gold at Ector County Coliseum. 4201 Andrews Hwy. 1-4pm. Our local blood bank invites you to give the gift of life. GET MORE DETAILS AND SIGN UP HERE.
First Friday ODTX – January 2025. Downtown Odessa. 6-9pm. Join Odessa Arts & Downtown Odessa, Inc for their monthly First Friday ODTX! Stroll through Downtown Odessa from 6-9 PM and take in special events and offerings from merchants and retailers. Vendor Markets (Copper Rose Building & more locations) include Copper Key Realty, Ector Co. Library, Flair Taverna, McJack General Store, Marriott, Odessa College Green Space and more! INFO HERE.
First Friday ODTX Movies at The Ector: Toy Story. Ector Theatre. 8-10pm. The Ector Theatre and Odessa Arts are partnering to bring you $5 Friday Movie Nights at The Ector for First Friday ODTX! Doors open at 7 PM and the movie will start at 8 PM. Tickets are general admission and will be first come first served. The movie is 1 hour and 21 minutes long. Enjoy the 1995 classic Toy Story. TICKETS HERE.
Sandhills Stock Show and Rodeo. 1/2-1/11 Ector County Coliseum. Rodeo Performances, Cattle Showmanship Contest, Heifer and Steer Show, Open Break Away Roping, Slack, Team & Match Roping and more! Enjoy live concerts by Rick Trevino and Drake Milligan. Food, dancing and all the rodeo fun. TICKETS AND SCHEDULE HERE.
SATURDAY 1/4:
Walk with a Doc. Midland Memorial Hospital. 9:30-10:30am. Start the new year off on the right foot! This doctor-led walking group is a safe and fun place to take a walk, learn about health, and meet new people. This free event is open to all ages! INFO HERE.
Sandhills Stock Show and Rodeo. 1/2-1/11 Ector County Coliseum. Rodeo Performances, Cattle Showmanship Contest, Heifer and Steer Show, Open Break Away Roping, Slack, Team & Match Roping and more! Enjoy live concerts by Rick Trevino and Drake Milligan. Food, dancing and all the rodeo fun. TICKETS AND SCHEDULE HERE.
SUNDAY 1/5:
Sandhills Stock Show and Rodeo. 1/2-1/11 Ector County Coliseum. Rodeo Performances, Cattle Showmanship Contest, Heifer and Steer Show, Open Break Away Roping, Slack, Team & Match Roping and more! Enjoy live concerts by Rick Trevino and Drake Milligan. Food, dancing and all the rodeo fun. TICKETS AND SCHEDULE HERE.
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