What to watch: Midland families can enjoy a packed weekend reigning in spring activities. From farmers markets to car shows, family festivals, fundraisers, and live performances, there’s something fun for all ages across the Permian Basin.

Pickles over the Permian Tournament– Saturday, March 28, 8 a.m.–8 p.m.
This full-day pickleball tournament supports the Permian Basin Honor Flight benefiting local veterans. Gates open at 7 a.m., beginning with Women’s doubles, then Men’s doubles at 11 a.m., and mixed at 2 p.m. The tournament will end with a rotating partners slot at 5 p.m.

First Market of the Season: The 307 Farmer’s Market – Saturday, March 28, 9 a.m.–1 p.m.
The 307 Farmer’s Market joins us from Greenwood with local vendors offering baked goods, fresh produce, raw honey, handmade items, hot food, and more as the 2026 season kicks off at the new location. Find them on the west side of the Horseshoe parking lot.

Snapology Easter Engineering Eggstravaganza — Saturday, March 28, 10 a.m.–12 p.m.
Enjoy a fun, hands-on Easter celebration at Snapology. Kids and adults can build creative LEGO Easter scenes, adorable LEGO bunnies, compete in family build challenges, and contribute pieces to a giant community LEGO mosaic. The event is free but registration is needed.

Family Fun Fest Benefitting Bynum School – Saturday, March 28, 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
Bynum presents an unlimited day of fun! Family activities and festivities provided by sponsors fill the day with food trucks, fun and games, face-painting, and a variety of vendors. Every entry supports Bynum School—a nonprofit serving individuals with special needs year-round.

Car Show for a Cause Fundraiser — Saturday, March 28, 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
The Bell Tower first annual car show is a free community event designed to raise money for Make-A-Wish. Classic cars, trucks, bikes, vans, and jeeps are welcome. Attendees can enjoy tacos, snow cones, and cars, while at no cost, donations are appreciated.

Wing Into Spring @ Basin PBS – Saturday, March 28, 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Families are invited to a fun spring morning at Basin PBS. This family-friendly event features a special PBS KIDS screening, tasty snacks, and hands-on arts and crafts activities inspired by birds and the arrival of spring.

Touch a Truck – Saturday, March 28, 1–4 p.m.
Midlands VFW Post invites kids of all ages to explore and interact with military, fire, police, construction, and oil field vehicles. Bring the family out and enjoy the afternoon exploring these great vehicles.

Combat Veterans Benefit Cornhole Tournament – Saturday, March 28, 2–6 p.m.
This cornhole tournament serves as a fundraiser supporting local combat veterans. The afternoon also features a fish fry, live music, a reverse raffle, and card games. Register for your chance to win the $1,000 pot.

All Heart Gunner Texas Prom — Saturday, March 28, 7 p.m.–11:30 p.m.
Adults relive their high school days at Texas’ first All Heart Gunner Texas Prom, a fundraiser supporting families battling pediatric brain cancer. The night features dancing, a silent auction, photo stations, food and drinks, and the crowning of a Prom King and Queen.

Aladdin and the Magic Carpet @ Wagner Noël– Saturday, March 28 & Sunday, March 29, 7:30–9:30 p.m.
Presented by Midland Festival Ballet, this enchanting production brings the tale of Aladdin to life through dance, costumes, and storytelling, ideal for families and ballet lovers.

Friends of Libraries and Literacy Annual Meeting — Sunday, March 29, 1–4 p.m.
Join Friends of the Libraries Membership Month kickoff. A great opportunity to purchase discounted, second-hand books and learn how your support helps fund literacy projects across West Texas. Books from the floor inventory are just $1 this Sunday.

  • Location: Friends of Libraries and Literacy Bookstore — 2305 W. Michigan
  • Details: Memberships available at the door ($5 individual / $10 family).

Space Nation Day at the Petroleum Museum – Sunday, March 29, 2–5 p.m.
The 4th annual Space Nation Day at the Petroleum Museum hosts NASA astronaut Michael T. Good. Kids and adults will explore interactive space equipment, play games and activities, and learn how West Texas oil and gas expertise helps shape the future of space exploration.