If you’re new to Midland – or if you’re still considering buying a home here – check out all these holiday events taking place this year. Midland is a great place to live during the holidays, and these events are just a few examples of why.

Can’t-Miss Holiday Events in and Around Midland

Midland takes the holidays seriously – at least when it comes to hosting great celebrations and events. Check out these fabulous annual celebrations across Midland:

  • Holidays at the Center
  • Holidays at Dow Gardens
  • Christmas Carriage Rides Through Emerald Forest
  • Ruffles and Rust Christmas Market
  • Nighttime Jingle Bell Run
  • Sounds of the Season
  • The Midland Christmas Parade
  • Jingle Bell Jog Fun Run

Here’s a closer look at each.

Holidays at the Center

Holidays at the Midland Center for the Arts is a spectacular lineup of great performances, classes and more. You can enjoy shows like A Magical Cirque Christmas, She Loves Me and a special performance by Josh Turner with Mo Pitney.

Get more information here.

Holidays at Dow Gardens

Enjoy the spectacular displays at Dow Gardens this holiday season. You’re invited to take a brisk stroll throughout the campus or join the festivities at one of the scheduled events.

Get more information here.

Christmas Carriage Rides Through Emerald Forest

Head to Odessa to enjoy carriage rides through Emerald Forest put on by the Junior League of Odessa. These horse-drawn carriage rides run December 9 through December 11 and December 14 through December 16 this year.

Get more information here.

Ruffles and Rust Christmas Market

The Ruffles and Rust Expo presents its Christmas Market on Saturday, December 4 this year. You can shop, taste and enjoy the holiday environment for just $5 at the door.

Get more information here.

Nighttime Jingle Bell Run

The Nighttime Jingle Bell Run on December 4 starts at 5:30 p.m. and lasts until 8 p.m. All ages are invited to participate – just put on your running shoes and be ready for some fun. There are two races: a 5K and a 1.5K. You’ll run through a beautiful and colorful display of holiday lights and decor in Grassland Estates West. This is the 30th year for the Nighttime Jingle Bell Run, and the event raises money for Junior Achievement of the Permian Basin.

Get more information here.

Sounds of the Season

The Midland-Odessa Symphony and Chorale presents Sounds of the Season at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, December 4.  Tickets range from $32 to $52, and you can purchase them online.

Get more information here.

The Midland Christmas Parade

The 2021 All-American Christmas parade kicks off at 6:30 p.m. on December 11. The route winds through downtown Midland and ends at Centennial Park.

Get more information here.

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