Entertainment

Get advice from real travelers for your Odessa vacation.

Odessa is the place to be if you are looking for entertainment. Several facilities and annual festivals offer something for everyone. Let the good times begin by clicking on the links below.

The Ector Theater Built in 1951, the Ector Theater served as one Odessa's finest theaters until it closed. Today, the renovated 700-seat theater provides the community with classic movies, live theatrical productions and concerts. 500 North Texas.

The Permian Playhouse

The Permian Playhouse has been enriching the lives of West Texas residents with music, dance, drama, suspense, tears and laughter for over 40 years. The Playhouse offers an opportunity for young people to explore the fascinating aspects of theater through the Kaleidoscope Company. 310 West 42nd Street (432) 362-2329.

West Texas Roughnecks Indoor Football League

The West Texas Roughnecks Indoor Football League will host nine home games, including the IFL All Star Classic. The home schedule runs from April to August with games being held at the Ector County Coliseum. Andrews Highway and 42nd St. (432) 332-7277

Ector County Coliseum

The Ector County Coliseum is located at Andrews Hwy. & 42nd, it's the largest facility in the Permian Basin with over 158,000 square feet of event space. The coliseum holds many annual events such as the Permian Basin Fair and Expo, the International Oil Show and Merry Marketplace. (432) 366-3541

Odessa Jackalopes Professional Hockey

The Central Hockey League Odessa Jackalopes will host 35 home games, which will run from October through March, at the Ector County Coliseum. Andrews Highway and 42nd St. (432) 552-PUCK.

Music City Mall Indoor Ice Skating

MCM Ice Inc., Ice Skating Facility Music City Mall 4101 East 42nd (432) 552-0200. Enjoy this wonderful facility serving Odessa, Texas and the Permian Basin!

Eagles Nest Airport Parachuting /Soaring

It's been said, if riding in a plane is flying, then riding in a boat is swimming. If you want to experience the element, you must get out of the vehicle. Skydive Eagle's Nest will give you the experience of flight and the rush of being high in the air... two miles above. Located at 14000 W. FM 1787 (432) 563-8191.



Desert Thunder Raceway 1-20 N. Access Rd. East of FM1788 (432) 563-9999		Champion Motor Speedway 12300 W. Hwy 80 E. (432) 368-5449

Penwell Knights
16 miles west of Odessa
1 mile south of Interstate 20
Take exit 101-319 S. FM 1601

Astro Bowl
150 East 45th Street
(432) 362-0461

Diamond Lanes
Bowling Center
2208 East Eighth
(432) 580-4386

Gattiland
2750 North Grandview
(432) 368-4488
(432) 520-9999

Sherwood Acres
Miniature Golf Course
4320 Andrews Highway
(432) 550-6878

Tejas Shooting Sports
30 yd. Archery Range
421 E. 8th St.
(432) 332-7358

Family BMX Track
700 North Ave. F
(432) 337-3297

Fun City
7201 Andrews Hwy
(432)362-7712

SandHills Stock Show and Rodeo First week in January. This annual January schedule makes this event one of the first rodeos on the PRCA circuit. Cowboys & cowgirls compete for top prizes. The only stock show strictly dedicated to the Hereford breed. Other activities include: Quarter horse show, rodeo, dances and a Tex-Mex barrel race to round out the weeklong event. Held at the Ector County Coliseum. For more information call (432) 366-3951.

Cinco de Mayo Celebration First weekend of May. Mexico's Independence from France became official on "Cinco de Mayo!" Odessa celebrates "Cinco de Mayo" with a variety of festivals. Begin the holiday with a parade and an all day fiesta hosted by LULAC and the Basin Barrio Lions Clubs. Another exciting event to experience during the holiday is "Fiesta West Texas". This three-day event is held at the Ector County Coliseum and provides fun for all ages. Enjoy a carnival, live entertainment, authentic food booths and the experience of traditional Mexican customs.

Juneteenth Celebration Second weekend of June or the weekend closest to June 19th. A celebration of historic excellence, this event is designed to provide an opportunity for people of color to reflect on the contributions African Americans have made to the American culture. Woodson Park is the site for many Juneteenth activities such as the Heritage Banquet, Scholarship presentation, Little Miss Beauty Pageant and Basketball Tournament. The celebrations start with a Juneteenth Parade. For more information call (432) 337-2440.

July 4th Celebration Independence Day brings people out for a day of fun and festivities. Firecracker Fandango is a citywide festival created to provide family fun-filled activities. The Jaycees parade kick off the fun proceeding from Odessa College to the ECISD Administration Building on 9th. For more information call (432) 335-4684.

Permian Basin Fair & Exposition Beginning the Friday after Labor Day each year. The Permian Basin's largest annual event; Nine fun-filled days, featuring live entertainment, livestock show, great food, petting zoo, carnival, arts and crafts and much more. For more information call (432) 550-3232.

AirSho End of September of first of October. The Commemorative Air Force headquarters hosts its exciting Airsho. Focus of the annual show is the "Ghost Squadron's" awesome re-enactment of World War II's battle scenes, The American Airpower Heritage Museum is internationally recognized for its collection of authentic World War II artifacts and memorabilia. Contact the CAF Museum for more information, (432) 563-1000.

Harvest Fair Last weekend in October. The Harvest Fair is held at the Ector County Coliseum building G. Vendors from all over the state exhibit and sell their crafts. For more information call (9l5) 337-5353.

Merry Market Place First Thursday through Sunday in November. A winter wonderland fills the Ector County Coliseum with beautiful gifts of all kinds. The Junior League of Odessa sponsors this event to help support their many worthwhile projects. It's a great time to get started on your Christmas shopping. For more information contact the Junior League at (432) 332-0095.

Heritage Holiday Festival & Parade In the first week of December, the annual Heritage Holiday Festival begins with the lighting of the Christmas tree that shines for all of West Texas to see. "Starbright Village", is a wonderful place to enjoy a walk through festive lighted displays of Christmas scenes at McKinney Park. For more information call (432) 335-4684.