Upcoming events.
Find things to do any day of the week in Midland, Texas. From family-friendly fun to live music, sports, or a date night out.

1950s Summer Movie Series-The Thing from Another World
The Bush Family Home State Historic Site announces a new program coming this summer. Four movies from the 1950s will be shown in the backyard of the home. This year’s theme is monster movies. All guests are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs and snacks. Each event will be from 6:30-9:00 pm.
During the series, the dates, topics and speakers will be:
June 10 – The Thing from Another World (1951)
June 24 – Creature from The Black Lagoon (1954)
July 8 – Curse of Frankenstein (1957)
July 22 – Dracula (1958)
Activites associated with each movie will be available at each movie screening. Those include:
• An activity and craft about flying saucers using paper plates, frisbees, and a boomerang for The Thing from Another World.
• A water activity and fossil craft using air dry clay for the Creature from The Black Lagoon.
• An experiment and a craft for the Curse of Frankenstein.
• A movie poster design activity for Dracula.
Movie going was a major social event, with many people attending theaters regularly. Because tv ownership went up in the 1950s, theaters added to the experience with the introduction of cinerama, 3D, and other widescreen technologies. Even George W. Bush would ride his bike downtown Midland to see cowboy serials and science fiction movies.
“The Summer Movie Series is meant to showcase the entertainment in theaters while the Bush family lived in Midland in the 1950s,” said Site Educator Chase Kirby. “It will be fun for the whole family, young or old.”

Oil City Tattoo Expo
Oil City is a local tattoo convention showcasing artists from around the world. This family friendly even will include musical artist Slim Thug as well as local artists from around the Permian Basin. We will have live entertainment all three days including human suspension, midget micro wrestling, acrobatics, and much more!

Sci-Friday: Minority Report
Join us for our next Sci-Friday of the season featuring, Minority Report, the Oscar nominated film starring Tom Cruise and Colin Farrell!
Doors open at 6:30pm and the movie begins at 7:00pm. Refreshments are provided.
Cost: $10 for non-members and FREE for Museum members

Pints & Plant Swap
Pints & Plant Swap
Join us Sunday, June 22nd, from 1–3 PM for Tall City Brewing’s Pints & Plant Swap!
Bring your healthy houseplants, cuttings, succulents, or seeds and trade with fellow plant parents and of course, enjoy your favorite Tall City pint while you’re at it!
What to expect:
• Swap your greenery for something new to grow
• $1 off all pints or Frozen Prairie Fire when you bring a plant to trade.
• Chill tunes spinning in the taproom
• Plant care tips from local experts
• Photo ops in our leafy pop-up corner
Whether you’re looking to expand your jungle or just want to sip and socialize, this is the Sunday Funday you’ve been waiting for.

Jewelry Making
Join Texas Permian Future Generations for an afternoon of fun and crafts!

The Strawberry Social
The 4th Wall Collective Presents: STRAWBERRY SOCIAL
A Celebration of Joy & Community
Location: FAFA Gallery, 438 Andrews Hwy, Midland, TX 79701
Date: Saturday, June 21
Music Starts: 4:30 PM
Admission: $10
BYOB
Join us for a vibrant, evening of music, art, and community as we bring to life a modern take on the Strawberry Social, inspired by the beloved film To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar.
Live Performances By:
• Day After Dead
• Casual Dreamer
• Louie and the Liars
• Jackson’s Lost Cause
• Gnarly Jordan Hamman & His Immortals
• Mia Lissette
• Brianna Rios
Special Showcases by Local Royalty:
• Nycole V. Roulette
• Khloe Kalienté
• Celestia Minayah
• Kamaya
DJ Set: DJ TR3S

TCBC 5K + West Texas FC Watch Party
We’re turning Thursday night into a full-blown West Texas takeover!
6:30 PM – TCBC 5K with Midland Run Crew
Hit the streets with the squad! Whether you're racing the sunset or jogging for that post-run pint. This 5K is where legends are made.
7:00 PM – West Texas FC Watch Party
Right after the run join La Tormenta SG as they cheer on our team!!
West Texas FC vs. Oklahoma United FC goes live on the brewery screens.
The energy will be , the chants will be loud, and the beer will be cold.

Conversations in Fine Art
Arts Council of Midland presents a Conversation with Certified Arborist James Tuttle from Tree Loving Care. James will share his tree knowledge and tips. Bring a lunch & bring a friend!
Free and open to the public

Modern Pop-Up Night Market
Modern Pop-Up Night Market
June 14, 2025 | 6PM–10PM
The Tailgate
4401 N BIG SPING ST. MIDLAND, TX
Join us for a magical night market experience filled with shopping, food trucks, and family fun — all under the evening sky!
This FREE event is open to all ages, so bring the whole family out to enjoy:
Local vendors
Delicious eats
Fun activities for kids
Fun for all ages
Come out and celebrate summer with us — Modern Pop-Up Market style!

Retro Rate Day
Enjoy admission prices from our opening in 1975 on the second Saturday of each month in 2025! Help us celebrate the Petroleum Museum's 50th Anniversary this year!
Adults: $1.00
Students: $0.50
Under 5: FREE

The Hunger Games Trivia Night
Attention tributes! TriviaMakers Bryce and Wendi are praparing the finale of the series: The Hunger Games-Book 3. Questions will cover content from the THIRD book and movie of the series—Mockingjay. Seating is first come. Don't underestimate your opponents, start studying now for a chance to win some prizes! May the odds be ever in your favor.

Zane Lamprey LIVE!
Amazon Prime comedian Zane Lamprey LIVE! • TALL CITY BREWING • Midland, TX
Catch Zane Lamprey's new ANOTHER ROUND! comedy tour. Join us for a night of stand-up and amazing craft beer!
- 7:00 VIP Doors
- 7:15 VIP Drinking Games with Zane
- 7:30 General Admision Doors
- 8:00 Showtime!
- 9:15 Call an Uber
As a pre-game, watch Zane's three Amazon Prime stand-up specials: Tender Looks , Ski Patrol and Medium Club !
The ANOTHER ROUND! stand-up is completely new jokes and stories, so watching his stand-up specials won't ruin the show.
This event is strictly for 21+
If this event is canceled, tickets will automatically be applied toward a rescheduled performance.

1950s Summer Movie Series-The Thing from Another World
The Bush Family Home State Historic Site announces a new program coming this summer. Four movies from the 1950s will be shown in the backyard of the home. This year’s theme is monster movies. All guests are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs and snacks. Each event will be from 6:30-9:00 pm.
During the series, the dates, topics and speakers will be:
June 10 – The Thing from Another World (1951)
June 24 – Creature from The Black Lagoon (1954)
July 8 – Curse of Frankenstein (1957)
July 22 – Dracula (1958)
Activites associated with each movie will be available at each movie screening. Those include:
• An activity and craft about flying saucers using paper plates, frisbees, and a boomerang for The Thing from Another World.
• A water activity and fossil craft using air dry clay for the Creature from The Black Lagoon.
• An experiment and a craft for the Curse of Frankenstein.
• A movie poster design activity for Dracula.
Movie going was a major social event, with many people attending theaters regularly. Because tv ownership went up in the 1950s, theaters added to the experience with the introduction of cinerama, 3D, and other widescreen technologies. Even George W. Bush would ride his bike downtown Midland to see cowboy serials and science fiction movies.
“The Summer Movie Series is meant to showcase the entertainment in theaters while the Bush family lived in Midland in the 1950s,” said Site Educator Chase Kirby. “It will be fun for the whole family, young or old.”

Caught Up Release Day
Come celebrate the highly anticipated release of the second book of the Into Darkness Series.
Book Two in the New York Times and instant USA TODAY bestselling trilogy!
From the viral TikTok author of the stalker romcom, Lights Out, comes Navessa Allen’s second book in bestselling The Into Darkness Trilogy, upping the ante with voyeurism and play club kink.
“I wanted this woman, and I was a man who always got what he wanted.”
**Giveaway a copy of the Series Set
** Drinks
** One Day Only Sale Items

The Butterfly Effect with Ralph Barbosa & Rene Vaca
The Butterfly Effect Tour brings together comics Ralph Barbosa and René Vaca for a night of comedy you won’t soon forget. The tour – originally meant to include comic Ken Flores – now carries on in honor of him. Don’t miss out on this night of laughs and remembrance.
Ralph Barbosa: One of the shyest attention hogs to ever do comedy, Ralph Barbosa’s disarming and laid-back style has made him a stand-out on stage, on TV and online. Most recently, Ralph taped his Hulu comedy special that will release in 2025. In 2024, he was nominated as one of Variety’s 10 Comics to Watch. After a breakout year in 2023, Ralph is touring theaters in 2024 and 2025 with his North American theater tour, Ralph Barbosa: The Super Cool Ass Tour, which is selling out and adding shows. This included selling out two theater shows during Netflix Is A Joke Fest 2024, as well as hosting the kick-off Introducing show. On October 31st, 2023, Ralph premiered his Netflix stand-up special, Ralph Barbosa: Cowabunga, which ranked as the #3 TV show on Netflix throughout its first week on the service. In January 2023, he made his debut on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, his Comedy Central Stand-up Featuring: Ralph Barbosa set has topped 5.1 million views on YouTube. In November 2022, Ralph starred in the HBO Max comedy special, Entre Nos: The Winners 3, and earlier that year his Don’t Tell Comedy performance was released on YouTube and now has over 5.7 million views. For more on Ralph visit his website, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter and YouTube pages.
René Vaca: Born and raised in the San Fernando Valley in Southern California, René Vaca is a 29-year-old stand-up comedian, writer, and actor. Although he started a landscaping business at 15 years old, he soon realized he wanted to pursue comedy for a living; he dropped out of college and has not looked back since. Vaca has been pursuing his dream of stand-up comedy and won the 16th annual StandUp NBC competition! Since then, Vaca has also built a following with his stand-up comedy clips reaching millions of views across his social media channels, including over 900 thousand followers on Instagram and 580 thousand followers on TikTok. Currently, he is on his nationwide tour.

Visionboarding
Join Texas Permian Future Generations for an afternoon of fun and imagining the future

Hammer Painting Family Craft Day
You’re invited to bring the kids out to your local McCoy’s to paint a hammer for Father’s Day – all project supplies provided. Plus, we’ll have snacks and drinks.
Special thanks to our friends at James Hardie for sponsoring this free, family-friendly event.
Happening at all McCoy’s locations. No registration required.

Tour Day at the Brown-Dorsey
Join us for our monthly open day at Midland’s oldest home! Enjoy free tours of the Brown-Dorsey. This month we are partnering with MASA - come see dogs to love and pet or to adopt and take home. This event is free and family-friendly.


June Diva Night
👯 Gather Your Girls
We’re all divas! Bring your besties for a fabulous night out.
🍽️ Good Food, Great Company & Lots of Fun
Enjoy a no-pressure, step-by-step creative class. Everyone can craft something amazing with a little help!
🍰 What’s Included?
We provide food, dessert, soft drinks, and water. BYOB 🍷 (Bring Your Own Beverage!)
💲 Cost:
$15.00 + the price of your piece
📌 Reservation Required
Book at least 48 hours in advance to secure your spot!
🚫 No Kids
Sorry, ladies! This event is 21+ only due to BYOB.
🔄 No Refunds
Please review our terms & conditions for rescheduling options.
Join us for Diva Night at The Pottery and make lasting memories!

A Trio Showcase
Local artists Svetlana Duncan, Jeremy Mitchell and Beth Dixon will showcase some of their work! These were the ribbon winners during The Open Show 2024. View their work during the joint exhibition!

Sassys Dog Rescue Pints & Pet Photo Event
DOG BLESS AMERICA
Sassys Dogs Rescue presents it's 4th Annual 4th of July Pints and Pet Photos Event.
At Tall City Brewing Co
Sunday June 1st from 1pm-5pm
Come join us for all the fun. We'll have Sassys Dogs Rescue shirts, treats for the dogs, pup cups for a small donation of $2 and other SDR Merch. It's a great way to help a small local rescue and make memories with your adorable pets. Plus have a fun day out with family and friends.
For a $50 donation you will receive 2-3 edited images taken by our amazing friend and pet photographer Tasha Finley Sport
delivered by June 30, 2025 via email; more than 2 dogs will be an additional $5 per dog and if you would like to be photographed with your dog/dogs it is and additional $10.
Payments will be taken following the session.
Forms of payment will be PayPal, Venmo, Cash App or Cash.
Plus you get a pint of beer with that $50 donation.
This will help us with all our current dogs in foster care and help us save more DOGS
All proceeds will go towards helping pay our vet bill.
Appointments are not required but highly encouraged!!
You can book your appointments on the link below

Eccentric Comedy Presents Jordan Haywood & Morgan Hyman
Jordan Haywood hales from Fort Worth and Morgan Hyman runs Curse-Day Thursday in Lubbock! Hosted by Jason Cave!
We bring the best up and coming comics to The Basin. FREE SHOW! Just buy beer or THC seltzer at Cotton Flat Records and we keep the show running!
Got jokes? Sign up for the open-mic at 7pm! Longest running open-mic in The Basin with the best audience. Show us what you got!

Mex-Tex 2025
Join us Midland Hispanic Chamber of commerce for MEX-TEX Family Fiesta, a vibrant celebration of Mexican culture, community, and commerce!
This event brings together families, small businesses, and professionals to foster growth, support, and engagement.
Enjoy a day filled with rich traditions, entertainment, and opportunities to connect with local businesses, all under the leadership of our dedicated Board of Directors. Don’t miss this exciting chance to celebrate, learn, and grow together!

Cookie Decorating Workshop
Join me for a fun night of learning all about the world of royal icing cookies. Walk away with 6 adorable cookies that you decorated yourself. Learn the basics of cookie decorating. Get more one on one help with small sizes. Watch my social media or sign up for my newsletter to stay up to date for when classes will be offered.
If you have a venue and want me to do a private class that is also a possibility. Message me and we can chat details.

Summer Reading Kick-Off
Summer Reading Kick-Off!
Get ready to celebrate the start of summer with excitement and discovery! Come along for games, crafts, special guests, and community fun at the Summer Reading Kick-Off at the Downtown Library, May 31 from 10am - 12pm.
Whether you love to read, create, or simply enjoy summer fun, this event is a great way to kick off a season full of imagination and adventure.

Sci-Friday: Titan A.E.
Join us for our first Sci-Friday of the season, Titan A.E., the sci-fi epic starring Matt Damon, Drew Barrymore, and Bill Pullman!
Doors open at 6:30pm and the movie begins at 7:00pm. Refreshments are provided.
Cost: $10 for non-members and FREE for Museum members

Books & Mahjong
Start off your weekend right with two hours of open play with us. Snacks, tea, and game set-ups provided. $30 a person.

Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders On Tour
Director Kelli Finglass and legendary Head Choreographer Judy Trammell pull back the curtain for an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at the high-stakes world of DCC auditions - all wrapped in a night of electrifying performances.
And for the first time, the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders will host LIVE, on-stage solo auditions - where DCC hopefuls will battle it out under the spotlight... and fans in the audience hold the power to send one lucky candidate straight to the final round at The Star in Frisco, TX for the 2025 auditions.
It’s drama, dreams, and dazzling kicks - LIVE.
Get ready, Texas - the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders are hitting the road!
Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders: On Tour brings the sizzle, spirit, and signature power-kicks to the stage in a show-stopping, 100-minute spectacle for all ages. Featuring heart-pounding routines like the fan-favorite “Thunderstruck,” this unforgettable event blends jaw-dropping choreography with inspiring stories from the women behind the uniform.
In a first-of-its-kind live experience starring a professional football cheerleading squad, fans will also enjoy a live Q&A session where the Cheerleaders pull back the curtain and open up about their personal journeys, challenges, and triumphs.
This isn’t just a show - it’s a celebration of strength, talent, and Texas pride.

Sip & Sculpt - A Pottery Workshop
Unplug and unwind at this one-of-a-kind pottery workshop – an evening designed for relaxation, connection, and hands-on fun!
Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned artist, a friendly instructor will guide you through sculpting your own masterpiece!
Enjoy a lively, welcoming atmosphere on the outdoor patio where you will sip on handcrafted cocktails or mocktails while unleashing your creativity!
This isn’t just a workshop – it’s an experience!
Reserve your seat today for a night filled with art, laughter, and memories to last a lifetime!
$75/person
* MUST BE 21+ TO ATTEND
*WHEN: Thursday, May 29th @ 6pm
*WHERE: The Blue Door, 4610 N Garfield St D, #1C, Midland, TX 79705

Taps Across America at the Horseshoe 2025: A Community Tribute to our Fallen Heroes
Midland, TX — On Memorial Day, Monday, May 26, 2025, the Midland community will unite at The Horseshoe Amphitheater for a solemn and stirring tribute as part of the national “Taps Across America” initiative. Trumpet, cornet, and bugle players—high school age and above—are invited to participate in this meaningful event honoring those who gave their lives in service to our country.
Event Details:
Location: The Horseshoe Amphitheater, Midland, TX
Performer Call Time: 1:00 PM
Performance Time: 2:30–3:15 PM
This local gathering aligns with the national “Taps Across America” movement, which calls on musicians across the country to sound “Taps” at 3:00 PM local time on Memorial Day. This initiative extends the National Moment of Remembrance, established by Congress in 2000, encouraging all Americans to pause for one minute at 3:00 PM to reflect on the sacrifices of fallen military members.
“Taps Across America” began in 2020 as a way to bring Americans together during the pandemic. Instead of parades and public ceremonies, thousands of musicians— professional and amateur alike—took to their front porches and local landmarks to sound “Taps” in unison. What started as a moment of remembrance has grown into an annual Memorial Day tradition.

Summer Crafts
Join Texas Permian Future Generations for an afternoon of fun and crafts!

Comedy at BAM Ventures
Kudos to BAM Ventures for hosting comedy shows. West Texas's own Adrienne Green, Stephanie Cook, and Michael Shields will take the stage with comedy host Johnny Vannier on May 23rd. BAM Ventures - Your Business Sidekick Adrienne Green Comedy Stephanie Cook Michael Shields Johnny's Comedy.