Events in Midessa today

Silent Book Club brings quiet, companionable reading to Homemade Wines Downtown Bistro. Part of a worldwide network with 2,000 chapters in more than 60 countries, this gathering has no assigned reading. Participants simply bring their own book and read alongside fellow readers. Everyone is welcome.

Settle into a cozy, quiet session of reading, studying, coworking, journaling, and making progress on your to-dos at Love Affair Bookstore. Whether you are immersed in a book, catching up on schoolwork, answering emails, planning the week, or moving a personal project forward, this gathering provides a calm space surrounded by books and a sense of community. Attendees are welcome to bring a book, laptop, homework, planner, journal, or checklist, whatever helps you focus. Admission is free.

Wine Women & Shoes 2026 is set for Midland County Horseshoe Pavilion and will benefit Midland Rape Crisis and Children's Advocacy Center. Look for more details soon.

Returning for a four-day run, The Closet Purge brings a wide-ranging consignment sale to Midland, Texas with pre-loved clothing, accessories, and more gathered in one place. Whether you are a seasoned bargain hunter or selling for the first time, this West Texas shopping event is one to clear the schedule for. Browse hundreds of pieces priced to move, with surprises at every turn. Expect consignment that feels exclusive and refreshed.

Settle into a relaxed, garden-side setting at Café at the Gardens where evening dining is paired with live performances from talented local musicians. Enjoy a meal with cocktails and dessert while the music sets the mood for conversation and unwinding. It suits date nights as well as casual meetups with friends or a quiet end to a busy day. There is no cover charge, just good music and a welcoming atmosphere.

A sporting clays tournament features two flight options, followed by prizes, awards, lunch, and an auction. Trophies are presented to the first place team, with individual honors for Men’s HOA and Ladies HOA based on raw scores. Proceeds support Freedom Service Dogs, which pairs custom-trained assistance dogs with veterans, active duty military members, first responders, and others living with disabilities, and provides lifetime support to each client-dog team at no cost. Sponsorship opportunities and online registration are available, and payment by check can be accommodated.

Pickleball takes center court at the Dink & Dine Tournament in support of Community Children's Clinic. Partners team up for spirited, competitive play and a fun day on the courts, with food, prizes, and awards part of the festivities. The event supports affordable healthcare for local children, turning every rally into meaningful impact for kids in the community.

An art camp at The Studio delivers a familiar creative experience with painting, craft projects, slime creations, science-centered activities, and games. Every session introduces new projects that put fun first, with learning naturally woven in. Even the messiest parts are handled for you, so there is no cleanup to worry about.

Parents can enjoy time out while kids spend an evening at The Studio with creative and playful activities. Designed for ages 4 to 14, the program offers painting, games, crafts, and a slime bar that helps everyone unplug and have fun with other kids. Pizza is available for $5 at the front desk, or dinner can be packed from home. Comfortable play clothes are recommended since messy art fun is part of the plan. Space is limited, and registration reserves a spot. For details, text 432-312-0273.

Enjoy a free outdoor screening of Hoppers at Dorothy L. Murphy Park. Bring blankets and lawn chairs for an evening under the stars as part of Friday Night Flicks from Odessa Parks and Recreation. Arrive about an hour early to take part in lawn games and activities for all ages before the movie starts, creating a welcoming outing for families and friends at the park.

Part of the Sci-Fridays series at the Dome Theater in the Blakemore Planetarium, this screening features Gattaca, a science fiction thriller starring Ethan Hawke, Uma Thurman, and Jude Law. The season’s theme travels across the galaxy through films spanning the 1950s to the 2000s. In the story, Vincent Freeman dreams of space travel but is classified as an in-valid under a genetically stratified society. He adopts the genetic identity of Jerome Morrow, a lab-engineered valid, to enter the elite Gattaca space program and grows close to Irene. A mysterious death within the organization threatens to expose his secret and derail his ambitions. Refreshments are provided. Admission is $10 for non-members and free for Museum members. Space is limited, so advance reservations are recommended.

A .22lr PRS match takes place at the Rifle and Pistol Range on Range C, recurring on the fourth Saturday of each month. For more information, contact match director Freddy Haltom at (432) 238-8209.

An outdoor celebration of books featuring author signings, engaging panels, raffles, and a literary costume contest. Up to 50 authors and book-focused vendors will participate. Activities continue throughout the day, including sessions that dive into the nuts and bolts of writing and publishing. Organized by the team behind Pages & Tumbleweeds, this is their second event.

Comedian Ali Siddiq brings the extended run of his international Custom Fit tour to the stage, powered by the long-form storytelling that has made his live shows in demand. His newest hour, My Father, premiered on his YouTube channel and adds to a string of viral, award-recognized specials. He earned an NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Variety for Ali Siddiq: My Two Sons, along with three Webby Awards honoring Ali Siddiq: Rugged. Siddiq’s body of work spans It’s Bigger Than These Bars, filmed inside a Texas jail, the four-part Domino Effect series with more than 51 million views, and additional hours like Don’t Judge A Book By Its Cover with 7.5 million views, My Two Sons with more than 15 million, Rugged with more than 10 million, and Mondays with more than 6 million. Alongside his own tours and tapings, he also develops and releases specials for fellow comedians, and recently released Ali Siddiq Presents: The Jive Turkeys, a recording of a popular Houston stand-up showcase featuring a curated mix of comedians and spoken-word artists. This tour stop spotlights a comic whose narrative craft and sharp perspective continue to resonate with an ever-growing audience.

Concrete and Jerry Garcia bring a high-energy comedy show to downtown Odessa, Texas, lighting up the stage at the Ector Theatre with quick wit and nonstop laughs. The night offers plenty of humor and excitement as the duo shares the spotlight for a crowd-pleasing performance.

Settle in for creative family time at an all-ages painting session featuring a Pumpkins After Dark theme. Step-by-step guidance is provided for kids and their grownups, with help available whenever needed, so everyone can enjoy the process. The focus is on having fun while making art. This class is recommended for ages five and older, and younger children may participate with assistance from a parent.