Things to Do in Midland, TX

  • Our list of the best things to do in Midland, Texas, features the top 43 nearby activities — including 19 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
  • Midland, TX has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Entertainment & Shows, Museums & Galleries, Outdoor Places, and Sports & Fitness.
  • The results below include the top 22 things to do within the city of Midland, TX , followed by 22 popular activities in nearby cities, including Odessa
  • Our list of the best things to do in Midland, Texas, features the top 43 nearby activities — including 19 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
  • Midland, TX has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Entertainment & Shows, Museums & Galleries, Outdoor Places, and Sports & Fitness.
  • The results below include the top 22 things to do within the city of Midland, TX , followed by 22 popular activities in nearby cities, including Odessa
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Teachers offer instructions on how to recreate a painting during courses at venues throughout the city; drinks not included
9.7 Miles
97% 100 votes
Theaters 1310 North FM 1788, Midland, TX 79707 MoreLess Info
One of the most prominent venues in western Texas is the Wagner Noel Performing Arts Center that features a unique exterior design which combines themes of an open sky and bold geology within the 10 story frame. Cultural and educational entertainment can be found throughout the year at the center.
4.8 Miles
94% 53 votes
Movie Theaters 5609 W Highway 80, Midland, TX MoreLess Info
The Big Sky Drive-In Theater has two screens on which it presents first-run Hollywood films. Guests can watch the movies within their own vehicle or can sit outside their cars in lawn chairs or on blankets if desired.
3.6 Miles
90% 50 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 2201 S. Midland Drive, Midland, TX MoreLess Info
Located near the highway is the I-20 Wildlife Preserve. Visitors can learn more about the flora and fauna of the region from time on the trail or at the Jenna Welch Nature Study Center.
4.6 Miles
97% 32 votes
Sports Facilities/Fields 5514 Champions Drive, Midland, TX MoreLess Info
Home of the Rockhounds, Grande Communications Stadium showcases professional and minor league games for baseball and soccer teams. There are 14,000 grandstand seats and 3,000 grass spots for visitors to watch the game from.
2.2 Miles
88% 141 votes
Specialty Museums 1500 Interstate 20 West, Midland, TX 79701 MoreLess Info
Roughly 230 million years of history is covered by The Petroleum Museum which is also officially called the Permian Basin Petroleum Museum. Interactive exhibits and entertainment for both young and older visitors are housed within the 40,000 square foot building.
0.9 Miles
100% 6 votes
Libraries 1805 W. Indiana Ave, Midland, TX 79701 MoreLess Info
Dedicated to the Old West, Haley Memorial Library & History Center houses over 25,000 books, manuscripts and other materials documenting western history. Visitors can perform research in the library and view historical artifacts in the center.
9.2 Miles
92% 12 votes
Landmarks Wright Drive at Midland International Airport, Midland, TX 79706 MoreLess Info
Situated adjacent to the Midland International Airport, the Permian Basin Vietnam Veterans Memorial is a commemorative monument erected in honor of local military veterans. The Memorial features a bronze and marble display and a Huey helicopter.
8.7 Miles
84% 32 votes
Military Museums 9600 Wright Dr. at Midland International Airport, Midland, TX 79706 MoreLess Info
The American Airpower Heritage Museum is currently housed in the Commemorative Air Force (CAF) Headquarters, which was formerly the Confederate Air Force. The bulk of the museum's collection focuses on World War II artifacts and combat airplanes.
0.9 Miles
84% 38 votes
Arts Centers 1705 W. Missouri Ave, Midland, TX 79701 MoreLess Info
Working to inspire interaction, discovery, and exploration of culture, history, art, and science is the main goal of the Museum of the Southwest. The permanent collections of the museum cover artifacts from archaeology, paintings, pottery, photographs, and crafts.
2.7 Miles
100% 4 votes
Dog Park Sibley Circle Parkway, Midland, TX 79705 MoreLess Info
Come and play with your pooch at the Hogan's Run Off Leash Dog Park. They are open from dawn to dusk and have any off-leash area for your dogs to run around and get in some good exercise.
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