THINGS TO DO ~December 1-7
TUESDAY 12/2
Vitalant Blood Drive at Stanton High School, 705 Koonce, Stanton. Open 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM. Our local blood bank invites you to give the gift of life. SIGN UP HERE.
Mom Support Group. F. Marie Hall Outpatient Center-West Campus, 2nd floor, Childbirth Education Room Suite 260. 11am-1pm. This support group is for all moms/support persons who need resources, education, or who just want to come and enjoy some company. INFO HERE.
4th Annual Carmelite Christmas Market. Martin County Convent at the 1884 Plaza. 5:30-8pm. There will be local vendors, free popcorn, and hot chocolate, kids’ crafts, the reading of the Christmas Story, and so much more! INFO HERE.
WEDNESDAY 12/3
Kicks Remote Broadcast: OXXO Store (8700 Andrews Hwy Odessa). 11am-12pm Come check out the newest OXXO stores. We will have loads of giveaways, including gift cards for free gas. See you there!
Kicks Remote Broadcast: OXXO Store (1000 N Grant Odessa). 12:30-1:30pm Come check out the newest OXXO stores. We will have loads of giveaways, including gift cards for free gas. See you there!
Storytime: Dogs. Ector County Library. 10-11:30am. This week’s storytime is all about dogs! Learn all about dogs, how to care for them, and most importantly, how and why they truly are man’s best friend. Activity following storytime. FREE! DETAILS HERE.
THURSDAY 12/4
M*A*S*H Make A Special Holiday Drive to benefit Safe Place of the Permian Basin and Senior Life Midland. 7am-6pm. Garfield Plaza at Loop 250 & Garfield. We will be accepting donations of new items for women, children & homebound seniors. Full list of items needed and more details HERE.
Hike with a Homeless Pet. Sibley Nature Center. 9:30-10:30am. Grand Companions will bring homeless animals to Sibley to be walked on the trails the 1st Thursday of every month! If you would like to hike with a homeless pet or maybe take one to their ‘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.
Vitalant Blood Drive at Midland College, 3600 N. Garfield, Midland. Open 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM. Our local blood bank invites you to give the gift of life. SIGN UP HERE.
Once Upon A Time: Family Storytime. Midland Downtown AND Midland Centennial Library. 5-5:30pm. Build early literacy skills in a welcoming environment through meaningful stories and crafts. FREE! DETAILS HERE.
Starbright Village Tree Lighting. McKinney Park. 5-8pm. First Basin Credit Union and the City of Odessa proudly present the Starbright Village Tree Lighting Ceremony. New this year, a Drone Show and Ice Skating Rink. Ice Skating 5 pm – 8 pm (Ice Skates will be provided). The Tree Lighting Ceremony starts at 7 pm. Drone Show after Tree Lighting. DETAILS HERE.
FRIDAY 12/5
M*A*S*H Make A Special Holiday Drive to benefit Safe Place of the Permian Basin and Senior Life Midland. 7am-6pm. Garfield Plaza at Loop 250 & Garfield. We will be accepting donations of new items for women, children & homebound seniors. Full list of items needed and more details HERE.
Vitalant Blood Drive at The Dobbs Law Firm, 600 N. Allegheny Street, Odessa. Open 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM. Our local blood bank invites you to give the gift of life. SIGN UP HERE.
Santa and S’Mores. Odessa Bible Church. 6-8pm. Meet Santa and fill up on endless S’Mores! This is a great time of fellowship and connecting with each other and the community around us! FREE! DETAILS HERE.
First Friday – Odessa Arts. Downtown Odessa. 6-10pm. Each month, the streets are lively and colorful with music, games, and delicious food. There are unbeatable deals from local businesses and exciting opportunities to collect amazing giveaways. The event is open to all ages and caters to everyone’s interests. For music lovers, there are live performances by local bands and artists, while foodies can indulge in a diverse range of street eats. Downtown shops and eateries will offer special promotions. First Friday ODTX event brings vibrancy and community spirit to downtown Odessa, making it the perfect place to spend a Friday evening. INFO HERE.
SATURDAY 12/6
KICKS 99.1 at the Silver Spur Gun & Trade Show. Ector County Coliseum-Building G. 9am-5pm. All of your survival wants and needs, with new and old vendors all under one roof. Two days of fun: Saturday 9AM-5PM and Sunday 10AM-5PM. Cash admission only. $1 off Military, NRA, or TSRA with ID. TRADE SHOW INFO HERE.
95X at All American Chevrolet of Midland. Come check out the huge selection of new and used vehicles and save big. 10-noon at 4100 W Wall St, Midland. We’ll have some giveaways, don’t miss out.
KICKS 99.1 at All American Chevrolet of Odessa. Come check out the huge selection of new and used vehicles and save big. 1-3pm at 5020 John Ben Shepperd Pkwy. We’ll have some giveaways, don’t miss out.
NCAA Division II Super Region Four Quarterfinal game – UTPB vs Harding University in Searcy, Arkansas. Pre-game starts at 12:30pm, kick-off at 1pm. Hear the game live on 95.1, 95XLIVE.com & on the KQRX app.
Midland Downtown Farmers Market. 404 N Colorado Street. 8am-12noon. MDFM is open every Saturday, rain or shine. With a new permanent location on Colorado Street, you can be sure to find all of your produce and homemade needs here. Dogs on a leash are always welcome. DETAILS HERE.
Breakfast with the Grinch. Odessa Marriott Hotel and Conference Center. 9am-12noon. Get ready for a magical morning filled with holiday cheer, breakfast, and festive family fun! Snap photos with the Grinch, Cindy Lou, and Max. Enjoy a delicious breakfast and take part in holiday activities for all ages. All proceeds benefit the Odessa YMCA PreK-3 Learning Center. Tickets are required for entry. Children 12 months and under attend free. TICKETS HERE.
Ornament Painting & Holiday Toy Drive. McCoy’s (Midland and Odessa locations.) 10am-2pm. You’re invited to bring the kids out to your local McCoy’s to paint ornaments and write letters to Santa. They will have snacks and drinks at this family-friendly event. Plus, it’s the final day of the Holiday Toy Drive! Ornament Painting is free of charge and while supplies last, no registration required. DETAILS HERE.
Grinchfest. Dennis the Menace Park (Midland). 11am-3pm. Whoville Comes to Dennis the Menace Park! It’s time to grow your heart three sizes and join us for a Grinch-tastic Holiday Bash! Bring the whole family for a day of festive fun straight out of Whoville! Meet The Grinch himself and snap a photo! Face Painting, Grinch games, crafts and activities for the kids, a bounce house and more! Don’t forget to check out the Adoptable Puppies looking for their forever homes! Don’t be a Grinch… come make memories at Dennis the Menace Park! INFO HERE.
2nd Annual Ornament Workshop. Bush Family Home. 10am-3pm. Get into the holiday spirit and join us for our second annual Ornament Workshop! You’ll listen to all the Christmas music, make an ornament for the tree, and enjoy some cookies, hot chocolate, and cider! A perfect family event! DETAILS HERE.
Whiskers and Tails Adopt Joy Event. Petsmart Odessa (42nd Street). 11am-2pm. Come meet your new best friend! There will be puppies and kittens, as well as adult dogs and cats available for adoption. All pets are spayed or neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped. Giveaways with each adoption! DETAILS HERE.
Modern Christmas Market. The Summit Center. 11am-5pm. Shop incredible local businesses, enjoy food trucks, and make memories with family and friends all while getting into the holiday spirit. DETAILS HERE.
West Texas Symphony – Sounds of the Season. Wagner Noel Performing Arts Center. 2:00 PM or 7:30pm. West Texas’ favorite holiday tradition featuring your symphony orchestra, instrumental chamber ensembles, and choral groups! TICKETS HERE.
The 30th Annual City of Odessa Parade of Lights. 7pm. The event is free and will begin at Odessa College and proceed down University Boulevard to 3rd Street. MORE INFO HERE.
Parks Legado Christmas Market. Parks Legado Square. 5-9pm. Stroll through festive lights, find the perfect Christmas tree, and shop from local vendors offering handcrafted gifts, treats, and more. Whether you’re starting a new family tradition or keeping an old one, there’s no better way to celebrate the season right here in the heart of West Texas. INFO HERE.
SUNDAY 12/7
Silver Spur Gun & Trade Show. Ector County Coliseum-Building G. 10am-5pm. All of your survival wants and needs, with new and old vendors all under one roof. Two days of fun: Saturday 9AM-5PM and Sunday 10AM-5PM. Cash admission only. $1 off Military, NRA, or TSRA with ID. TRADE SHOW INFO HERE.
Christmas at the Mansion Open House. Museum of the Southwest. 2-5pm. Enjoy the annual Open House with Santa, Trains and Trucks, a Gingerbread Workshop, cookies and more! This event is free, no reservations required. *Must provide your own Gingerbread house for the workshop. There will be a cardboard option available to purchase in the gift shop, while supplies last. DETAILS HERE.
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