Our hearts and prayers go out to all families and loved ones affected by the Hill Country Flooding. We are here to support our fellow Texans.
We’re turning our usual Permian Basin Industry Night into something even bigger — and even more meaningful.
Join us for a Texas Tough Benefit | Wednesday July 30th
Live Auction at 7PM with proceeds going directly to @kerrcountytx
Custom “Texas Tough” Tees sold for donations
20% of our drink sales from this event will be donated to help rebuild their community.
Food by Trophy Trucking & Sponsored by @tanmarcompanies
Let’s show what it means to be Texas Tough — supporting our neighbors, networking for good, and coming together for a cause that hits close to home.

Enjoy a walk through Sibley's beautiful nature trails, while giving our adoptable dogs an opportunity to stretch their legs. This is a wonderful opportunity to meet people, explore nature, and help a homeless pet.

Annual Sno Cone Social
Jul 31, 12:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Join us to celebrate our annual Summer Sno Social!!!
Southern Sno will be joining us from 12:30-4:30!!
Open to the community & all welcome!
Hope to see you there!!

Join us every Thursday evening from 6:00-9:00 for dinner, drinks, dessert and live music with a variety of local artists. Joining us this year will be:

Zack Neves
CPR Acoustix
Ernesto Calderon
Michele Cheatham
Joe Campos
The Midlandaires
... and more!

The Bush Family Home State Historic Site and Waystone Brewing are partnering for a 1950s themed Trivia Night! Categories include History, Sports, Entertainment, Science/Innovation, and of course, the Bushes (while in the 1950s)! Come out to grab great drinks and win prizes for 1st to 3rd place!

Empath Support Group – Sacred Self-Care for Empaths: Creating a High-Vibe Daily Routine

Date: Tuesday, July 31st | Time: 7:30 PM Location: Earth, Body, & Soul Cost: FREE

As an empath, you give so much of your energy to the world around you—but are you giving yourself the care and nourishment you need? Join us for April’s Empath Support Group, where we’ll dive into the power of Sacred Self-Care and how to create a high-vibe daily routine that keeps you grounded, balanced, and energetically protected.

In this gathering, we’ll explore: Simple rituals to cleanse and recharge your energy How to set boundaries without guilt or emotional drain The best crystals, herbs, and essential oils for empaths Daily practices to raise your vibration and prevent burnout How to create a self-care plan that aligns with your unique energy needs

This is a safe and supportive space for empaths to share, connect, and learn from one another. Whether you're feeling emotionally drained, struggling with boundaries, or simply want to elevate your self-care practice, this evening will offer guidance, insight, and a renewed sense of empowerment.

Come as you are, leave feeling lighter and recharged.

This is a free event, but space is limited! RSVP to reserve your spot. We can’t wait to share this sacred evening with you!

Get ready to build the perfect movie night—block by block!—Thursday, July 17 at Centennial Park Midland.

8PM - Basin PBS Education/KIDS - Activities/Episodes

8:55PM - Feature Film

Bring your blanket or lawn chair—the movie starts at dusk!

Free popcorn, pickles, and water.

Thanks to sponsors H-E-B and ExxonMobil!

Come join the fun and bring the kids out to show off their Ninja skills at the Wellness Tour Ninja Nation Obstacle Course. Joining the obstacle course will be an interactive resource fair for the family, bounce houses and our Back-to-School Vendor Market. Soo many great activities!

Busch Convention Center

August 1st

3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Make sure to sign the waiver to reserve your kiddos spot in the course!

Join us Friday, August 1st, from 5:30–7:30 PM at the I-20 Wildlife Preserve for Wild Space Wellness with Keep Midland Beautiful, part of the 11th Annual Midland Wellness Tour! Fun for the whole family!!

What’s happening?
Pilates with Lacey Dasher every 30 minutes (BYO mat)
Plant-a-seed activity with Keep Midland Beautiful
Midland Library Bookmobile & Craft
Pucker Up Lemonade Stand
Playtime at the Playa for the little ones
Take a guided walk & enjoy virtual meditation prompts

This event is FREE and open to all. RSVP to let us know you'll be there! Let’s move, grow, and get grounded together.

Bring a lawn chair and join us on the lawn for Mary Poppins Jr.! No tickets needed- everyone is welcome!
Centennial Park Midland
7:00 pm

Join us every Friday for a night of country swing dancing for ages 16+ at all levels of country dance! Bring a partner or come meet new friends at the Tres Castillos venue every Friday Night

Price is $12 per person or $20 per couple

The price includes dance lessons (3 swing dance moves + 1 line dance) which will take place at 7:00pm with open dancing afterwards from 8:00pm-11:00pm

Use the link in our bio to request your own songs or line dances and look out on our Facebook/Instagram pages for the latest information and updates! We can't wait to dance with you!

Join us for the 2025 MPD Pursuit 1K & 5K Event, an inspiring race that brings together community members, first responders, and supporters to honor the dedication and service of law enforcement officers. Whether you’re a seasoned runner, a casual jogger, or just getting started, this event offers something for everyone!

We will have the MPD Exhibition after the race which will consist of SWAT, K-9, Bomb Squad, Crime Scene and Drones team. Make sure to stick around the kids will love it!

Sign up before Friday, August 1

Join us and 25+ locally owned small businesses for our Market at the Gardens event! From 10:00-2:00 on August 2nd, we will hosting small businesses in our breezeway. See yourself or a favorite vendor below? Comment and let us know, and tag your page!

BAKED BLISS BREAD
MARTHA'S KITCHEN SALSA
LOVE LOLLI PERMANENT JEWLERY
MIDLAND MACS
HERBAL I.DEAL
SPALLA'S SWEET SPOT
HEATHER'S HOBBY HUT
FARROW FARMS TX
AMBI'S BABY BOWTIQUE
JOJO'S CREATIONS
BLUEBONNET TALLOW
ROADRUNNER TRAIL JEWLERY
THE STUDIO HOME FURNISHINGS
MAIZY'S MARVELOUS CREATIONS
HAPPY CAMPER FRESHIES
GREEN SUGAR CREATIONS
ASHLYN SIMON SOURDOUGH
HOLY GOATS
STAINED GLASS BY SANDY
SUNTIME CREATIONS
BLACK OBSIDIAN
SUGAR RUSH LEMONADES
GRAND COMPANIONS

Calling all fantasy fans!

Author Signing & Scavenger Hunt
Join us for an enchanting literary experience!

We're thrilled to host a special author signing and meet-and-greet at Love Affair Bookstore. Don’t miss your chance to connect with a beloved author, enjoy exclusive giveaways, and dive into a scavenger hunt adventure around the store.

Find a shadow and win!
Clues will be hidden among the shelves… will you uncover them all?

Location: Love Affair Bookstore
Date & Time: August 2nd, 2025 at 10:30 AM
Surprises await—come for the books, stay for the fun!

Join us for our first creative workshop of the month, led by the Tall City Craftologist. Create a translucent lantern decorated with dried/pressed flowers, all while sipping on your favorite Waystone beverage. Early registration is recommended and can be done through email at tallcitycraftologist@gmail.com or Venmo payment @Angela-Sahli. Class fee is $20 and includes all supplies needed.

Children ages 8-14 are invited to a fun, creative time in Midland’s oldest home!

Let an art instructor guide you to create personalized art cards. Utilize various raw materials to create two collage cards - one to trade and one to keep. All materials will be provided.

This special event is sponsored jointly by the Midland Historical Society and the Palette Club of Midland.

This event is free, but *pre-registration is required*

To register, email jim@midlandhistoricalsociety.com with the name and age of each participant.

**THIS IS AN 18 AND UP EVENT! $10 minor upcharge. 18-20 year olds will have to pay $10 at the door. Anyone below the age of 18 will not be allowed entry. 

Ticket Prices:

• General Admission - $25.00 / Day of Show $35.00

• Couch Sectional (Price includes entry for 8 people) $750.00

• Rectangle Table (Price includes entry for 8 people) $725.00

• Round Table (Price includes entry for 8 people) $700.00

• Table for 4 (Price includes entry for 4 people) $365.00

• Standing VIP ticket $75.00 / Day of Show $85.00

Doors at 6pm. No re-entry. Clear bag policy. No lawn chairs permitted. Food trucks on site. 

This is a rain or shine event. No refunds.

Ticket prices increase on the date of the performance.

A night of elegance, recognition, and fashion’s finest. The Gown Gala is the grand finale of West Texas Fashion Week — where formal fashion meets industry excellence. Walk the red carpet, enjoy a glamorous full-length gown runway show, and be part of the official West Texas Beauty Industry Awards, honoring top talent in hair, makeup, photography, esthetics, and more.

Expect surprises, heartfelt moments, and unforgettable glamour.

Dress Code: Formal / Black Tie Optional
Includes: Awards Show, Designer Gown Showcase, Photo Ops, and Signature Cocktails

Tickets Required, VIP Options Available

Join us for the first-ever Salt & Light Collective Market, a faith-filled, family-friendly event with 30+ amazing vendors! From handmade goods to homegrown favorites, there’s something for everyone. Bring the whole family, grab a bite from the restaurant (yes, it’ll be open!), and enjoy a day of shopping, visiting, and connecting with a joyful community. We can’t wait to see you there!

Join Texas Permian Future Generations for an afternoon of fun back-to-school crafts like bookmarks and friendship bracelets!

Join us on Sunday nights at 5 PM for Singo! It's a fun twist on Bingo where instead of dropping balls, we drop beats! This event is open to everyone and free to play, so feel free to bring your friends and family!

As summer winds toward its final chapter and the business world gears up for the year's home stretch, there's no better time to connect, collaborate, and realign your vision with others walking the entrepreneurial path.

Founders Blend is more than your average networking event—it's a high-impact, caffeine-charged catalyst for founders, business leaders, investors, and professionals across our community. Designed to jumpstart your morning and elevate your momentum, this one-hour session offers intentional space for conversation, collaboration, and connection.

Each month, we gather to explore real-world challenges, share wins and wisdom, and strengthen the ecosystem that fuels our region’s business growth. Whether you’re navigating your first startup or scaling your tenth venture, this meetup offers fresh perspectives and fertile ground to build meaningful relationships.

This August, let Founders Blend be your strategic pause—a moment to sip, strategize, and sync up with like-minded thinkers who believe in building something bigger than themselves.

Admission is free, but registration is required.

Founders Blend: Blending Minds, Building Business
Date: Wednesday, August 6th
Time: 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM
Location: Second Story Coworking

A FREE community event, hosted by DJ Picasso spinning all your favorite Tejano jams plus so much more!

Doors open at 6pm Family and pet friendly. Bar service and a food truck vendor are always available on site.

Tejano Thirsty Thursday’s season is sponsored by Basin Sales & Service.

The Parks Legado Town Center is proud to present the 2025 Parks Legado Farmers Market Season! With 5 dates throughout the summer and more vendors than ever, this season is sure to be the best we’ve had!
2025 Dates:
June 14th
July 12th
August 9th
September 13th
October 11th
*All markets will run from 8AM - 12PM

Join us for a free, open day at Midland’s oldest home!

Free tours of the home for all visitors

Special programming with the historic grape vines:
• A short history of Midland’s oldest vines
• A short lesson on the care of grapes
• Science experiments that utilize grapes (appropriate for children and young at heart visitors!)

Swing by Fair to Midland every Second Saturday for live music, local vendors and cold beers! Free!

6pm-9pm

Cosmic Conversations: Synchronicities, Angel Numbers & Spirit Signs

Friday, August 15th • 7:30 PMat Earth, Body, & Soul

Have you ever looked at the clock and it’s 11:11... again? Found feathers in unexpected places? Noticed repeating numbers, songs, or symbols that felt too timely to be coincidence?

You’re not imagining it — Spirit is speaking.

Join us this month at Cosmic Conversations, our open circle for spiritually curious souls, as we explore the magic of synchronicities, angel numbers, and spirit signs. We’ll share stories, decode common signs from Spirit, and dive into how the Universe sends guidance, comfort, and nudges when we need it most.

Whether you’re just starting to notice the signs or have been walking with Spirit for years, this is a safe space to learn, reflect, and connect with like-minded souls on the journey.

Discussion Highlights:• What synchronicities really are — and what they’re not• Angel numbers & their deeper meanings• Personal signs from your guides, angels, or loved ones• How to ask for and interpret divine signs• Tools to strengthen your intuition and connection

Come with an open heart, a curious spirit, and your favorite story of a sign you couldn't ignore. Let's gather, share, and grow — because when we pay attention, magic unfolds.

Free to attend — RSVP is appreciated as space is limited.Tag a friend and join the circle. Spirit is already leaving you signs… are you ready to listen?

Arts Council of Midland presents Conversations in Fine Art special guest speaker jeweler Randy Bryant. Award-winning artist will be speaking about his "one of a kind works of art" jewelry. Refreshments and cookies will be served. Bring a lunch!

Free and open to the public

Tai Chi for Anxiety Relief

Move slowly. Breathe deeply. Restore & renew gently through meditation in motion.

When the world feels overwhelming, your body and breath can become your sanctuary.

Join us for a deeply nurturing Tai Chi session—a gentle path to calm the mind, soothe the soul, and come home to yourself. Rooted in ancient wisdom and practiced with present-moment awareness, Tai Chi is often called meditation in motion—and for good reason. It allows you to release anxious energy, reconnect to your breath, and find stillness through flow.

Whether you’re experiencing daily anxiety, healing from PTSD, carrying stress in your body, or simply need space to breathe again—this practice is for you.

This class is perfect for: Those feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or overstimulated Individuals healing from trauma or PTSD Empaths and sensitive souls in need of grounding Anyone seeking natural, gentle support for emotional and mental well-being

During each session, you’ll:• Learn flowing, accessible movements to ease anxiety and tension• Use grounding breathwork to calm the mind and nervous system• Reconnect with your body in a safe, welcoming environment• Leave feeling balanced, supported, and emotionally lighter

Please bring your own yoga mat and water bottle. No experience needed—just come as you are, and let your breath guide you.

Energy Exchange: $15Let this be your invitation to slow down, soften inward, and begin again—one mindful movement at a time.

$15

Uncle Kracker—born Matthew Shafer- spent over two decades crafting feel-good music blending country, pop, rock, and a touch of hip-hop. Known for his breezy, laid-back style, his songs are perfect for unwinding & escaping the daily grind.

He first gained attention as part of Kid Rock’s Twisted Brown Trucker Band. His 2000 solo debut Double Wide launched him into the spotlight, reaching #7 on Billboards 200 and earned double-platinum status. His 2002 follow-up No Stranger To Shame went gold & delivered more favorites.

Uncle Kracker scored #1 hits on Pop, Adult Contemporary, and Country charts. His breakthrough single “Follow Me” went platinum and topped charts in four countries. His duet w/ Kenny Chesney, “When The Sun Goes Down,” hit #1 on Billboard & went double-platinum.

A standout moment came with his cover of Dobie Gray’s “Drift Away,” which stayed #1 on the Adult Contemporary chart for 28 weeks—a Billboard record. Another smash, “Smile,” went triple-platinum and featured in The Office and Live With Regis & Kelly.

In 2012, he dropped the country-leaning Midnight Special, followed by fan favorites like “Endlessly,” “Floatin’,”& “No Time To Be Sober.” Now he’s back with Coffee & Beer, featuring new tracks like “Beach Chair,” “Reason To Drink,” and “Sweet 16.” Uncle Kracker keeps the good times rolling - helping people relax, smile, and soak up the moment.

Stoney LaRue is a cornerstone of the Red Dirt and Texas Country music scenes, celebrated for his heartfelt storytelling, powerful performances, and deep connection to his fans. Born in Taft, Texas, and raised in Yanush, Oklahoma, LaRue’s passion for music began early. His journey led him to Stillwater, Oklahoma, where he became immersed in the vibrant Red Dirt music scene alongside influential artists like Jason Boland and Cody Canada. Together, they helped define the raw, soulful sound that Red Dirt is known for today. Inspired by legends like Woody Guthrie, Bob Childers, and Mike McClure, LaRue has built a career rooted in blending heartfelt lyrics with raw emotion and genre-defying creativity.
Over the years, LaRue has released a string of critically acclaimed albums that have cemented his reputation as one of the most respected voices in his genre. His 2011 album Velvet marked a turning point, debuting at No. 15 on the U.S. Country charts and No. 5 on the U.S. Indie charts. Produced by Frank Liddell, Velvet showcased LaRue’s introspective side, exploring themes of self-discovery with lush production. In 2014, he released Aviator, a bold and cohesive album that debuted at No. 17 on the U.S. Country charts and earned praise as a career-defining project for its signature laid-back Texoma sound. The 2015 release Us Time, a collection of fan favorites, covers, and new material, further highlighted LaRue’s heartfelt connection to his audience, debuting at No. 22 on the U.S. Country charts. His 2019 album Onward, produced by Gary Nicholson, reflected his growth as an artist with a message of resilience and optimism, showcasing his ability to evolve while staying true to his roots.