What to watch: Celebrate the anticipated chilly weather with Midland’s full week of fall markets and art sales, trunk-or-treats, festivals, and the usual pumpkin-patch stops. Whether you’re in the mood for a free downtown art day, a family night at the Horseshoe, or a salsa party after dark, here is what is on the calendar for Oct. 15–20.

Open throughout the season

Fiddlesticks Farms Fall Festival
Saturdays 10 a.m.–9 p.m., Sundays 1–6 p.m. through October
The farm has a 7-acre corn maze, a 10-acre pumpkin patch, and more than 25 attractions including slides, a jumping pillow, pig races, and campfires. Ages 3 and under are free; everyone 4 and older needs a ticket.

St. Luke’s United Methodist Church Pumpkin Patch
Monday–Saturday 11 a.m.–6 p.m., Sunday 12–5 p.m. through October
The church patch is free to enter. Pumpkins start at $1 and are priced by size. The lawn is set up for photos, and younger kids can enjoy story time and coloring sheets.

Thursday, Oct. 15

Harvesting Hope Fall Market
Thursday, Oct. 15, 4:30–7 p.m.
The Aphasia Center of West Texas hosts an evening market of items made by its members, including pressed-flower art, succulents, woodshop pieces, jams, and seasonal décor. Wine is offered, and admission is free.

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Live Music at Café at the Gardens
Thursday, Oct. 15, 6–9 p.m.
Café at the Gardens has live music every Thursday evening through October. The night is set up for dinner, drinks, and dessert with local musicians in the garden-side dining room.

Friday, Oct. 16

Arts of the Heart Fall Sale
Friday, Oct. 16, 6–8 p.m. and Saturday, Oct. 17, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
The Midland Palette Club opens its art center for a free sale of original work by member artists. Friday is an opening reception with wine and hors d’oeuvres. Saturday adds live music, a silent auction, and a raffle.

Saturday, Oct. 17

Circle H Haven Halloween Petting Zoo
Saturday, Oct. 17, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. at 307 Farmers Market
Circle H Haven brings its rescue horses, donkeys, goats, pigs, and more to the 307 Farmers Market at the Midland County Horseshoe. The market will feature the animals alongside local vendors with photo ops and a chance to support Circle H.

  • Location: 307 Farmers Market — 2514 Arena Trail; Brokenhorn Productions — 4613 TX-349
  • Details: Circle H Haven

Kids Farmers Market
Saturday, Oct. 17, 10 a.m.–12 p.m.
The West Texas Food Bank hosts a free morning market where kids can sample produce, visit community booths, and pick up recipes and nutrition information. Free market bags from H-E-B are available while supplies last.

Dia de los Muertos FEST
Saturday, Oct. 17, 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
The Arts Council of Midland hosts a free festival with vendors, food trucks, a car show, and art activities. The Hispanic Cultural Center performs at 11 a.m., and Lee Freshman unveils student murals and masks at noon. Organizers encourage attendees to dress in festival colors.

Chalk the Block
Saturday, Oct. 17, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
The City of Midland’s third annual Chalk the Block turns the sidewalks and streets around Centennial Park into works of art. Professional artists, high school students, and family teams work on pieces throughout the day, with food trucks and hands-on activities around the park.

Fall Festival at Sewell Kia
Saturday, Oct. 17, 11 a.m.–2 p.m.
Sewell Kia hosts a free family afternoon at the dealership with jumpers, apple cider, fall games, local vendors, and food. A casual drop-in event for the whole family, with activities and treats available throughout the day.

  • Location: 5715 Andrews Highway
  • Details: Sewell Kia

A Hauntingly Good Plant Swap
Saturday, Oct. 17, 1–4 p.m.
Midessa Houseplant Enthusiasts hosts a free plant swap at Tall City Brewing Co. Bring healthy cuttings or extra plants to trade, or just come to look. Costumes are encouraged.

Halloween Tote Bag Party
Saturday, Oct. 17, 2–4 p.m.
Kidd’s & Canvas hosts a session where guests choose a Halloween design and either paint or press it onto a canvas tote bag to take home. Choose your design ahead of time and go home with a bag fitting for the season.

Halloween at the Horseshoe
Saturday, Oct. 17, 6–9 p.m.
The Midland County Sheriff’s Office hosts a free family night in the main arena, with the library Bookmobile on site. Last year included free candy, jumpers, and games, so expect a similar setup this year while the organizers finalize the exact lineup.

Cinema Under the Stars: Hocus Pocus
Saturday, Oct. 17, 7–9 p.m.
Wagner Noël screens Hocus Pocus inside the theater. A costume parade crosses the stage at 6:45 p.m., free popcorn is provided, and food trucks are in the east parking lot from 5:30 to 7 p.m.

Fright Night Halloween Salsa Fiesta
Saturday, Oct. 17, 7 p.m.–midnight
Eddie DJ Events hosts a salsa night at The Destination with a dance class, raffles, and a Halloween costume contest. Doors open at 7 p.m. and music starts at 8. Bar service and a food truck will be available all night.

Tuesday, Oct. 20

MCT Trunk-or-Treat Fundraiser
Tuesday, Oct. 20, 5–8 p.m.
Midland Community Theatre’s Pickwicks host free trunk-or-treating. Tickets for food, games, and the cake walk are $1 each or available in bundles.

  • Location: 2000 W. Wadley Ave.
  • Admission: Free trunk-or-treating; $1 tickets for extras
  • Details: MCT Facebook