- First Friday ODTX
- Oct 2nd
- First Friday ODTX
- Oct 2nd
- First Friday ODTX
- Oct 2nd
- Participating Vendors
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Ector Library
321 W 5th St
INTRODUCING OUR NEW MONTHLY PRE-SHOW!
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Starting this month, join us at the Ector Library from 4:00–6:00 PM for our brand-new Monthly Pre-Show, featuring video game and chess tournaments with new prizes every month! Come early, bring your competitive side, challenge other players, and see if you have what it takes to take home this month’s prize before the rest of the evening’s events begin. Interested in participating in one of our upcoming monthly tournaments?
Ector County Library | 4:00–6:00 PM October 2nd
Odessa Arts Office
115 W 6th St.
Odessa Arts Giveaway
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Grab your First Friday map from any of our First Friday Staff members located at any of the eight Odessa Arts participating locations. Collect signatures from our five featured performers.
Each signature = 1 raffle entry!
The more you collect, the more chances you have to win. When finished, bring your map to the Odessa Arts Office to enter the giveaway.
Ye’ Old Bookworm
517 N Grant Ave
STORIES COME ALIVE AT YE’ OLD BOOKWORM
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Step inside Ye’ Old Bookworm this First Friday and experience an evening of words, stories, and creativity surrounded by thousands of books. Discover local writers, poets, and storytellers as they share their work in one of Downtown Odessa’s most unique hidden gems. You never know what story you’ll find between the shelves. Are you a writer, poet, or storyteller interested in sharing your work on an upcoming First Friday? We’d love to hear from you.
Register here to be considered as a featured writer for our upcoming events.
Ye’ Old Bookworm | 6:00–7:00 PM October 2nd
The Copper Key Garage
ERNESTO CALDERON LIVE AT THE COPPER KEY GARAGE
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Get ready for live music featuring local talent Ernesto Calderon LIVE! Ernesto is bringing his talent and unique sound to The Copper Key Garage for an hour of live music right in the heart of Downtown Odessa. Gather your friends, grab a drink, and stop by to experience Ernesto live as part of your First Friday evening! You won’t want to miss this local talent taking the stage.
Ernesto Calderon | 6–7 PM. October 2nd
Don’t leave just yet, the next performance is about to begin! Stick around because the evening isn’t over yet! From 7:00–8:00 PM, the Permian Basin Opera takes the stage at Copper Key Garage for a special live performance. Keep your evening going Downtown and experience another incredible hour of live music right in the heart of Odessa.
Permian Basin Opera | 7:00–8:00 PM October 2nd
Are you a musician, band, or live performer interested in taking the stage at Copper Key Garage during an upcoming First Friday? We want to hear from you! Register here to be considered as a featured performer for one of our upcoming events.
The Downtown Venue
515 N Grant Ave
STORY TIME & BOOK GIVEAWAY
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Bring the kiddos to The Downtown Venue for a special Story Time for Kids presented by the West Texas Symphony! Enjoy a fun, family-friendly story time experience right in the heart of Downtown Odessa, and the best part is that the kids will also receive a FREE book to take home! Come listen, imagine, make some memories, and add a new story to your little one’s bookshelf. Bring the kids, grab a seat, and let the story begin!
The Downtown Venue | 7:00–8:00 PM October 2nd
Marriott
305 E 5th St
DAVID THOMAS LIVE AT THE MARRIOTT
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Don’t miss an evening of incredible live music with David Thomas, bringing his talent and guitar skills. Whether you’re a longtime fan or hear David for the first time, come experience his music up close and enjoy an unforgettable hour of live soft acoustic guitar, great atmosphere, and First Friday energy in the beautiful lobby of the Marriott Hotel & Conference Center
David Thomas | 7–9PM October 2nd
Are you a solo musician, acoustic duo, or performer with a softer sound? This is your opportunity to showcase your talent in the elegant setting of the Marriott during First Friday. Perform for guests in a refined, welcoming atmosphere and become part of a special evening of live music in Downtown Odessa.
HOMEMADE WINES
400 N Texas Ave,
TISSUE PAPER FOLK ART CRAFT
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Stop by Homemade Wines during First Friday and create your very own colorful tissue paper folk art craft! Bring your creativity and let your imagination run wild as you layer, shape, and design a one-of-a-kind piece of art to take home. All you need to bring is your creativity — we’ll provide the rest!
Homemade Wines | 6:00–9:00 PM October 2
Copper Key Art Gallery
EXPLORE LOCAL ART THIS FIRST FRIDAY
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Step inside The Copper Key Gallery and discover artwork on display throughout the evening! Explore the creativity of our local art community, discover new artists, and experience Downtown Odessa through the work of the people who help make it colorful.
October 2 | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Local artists, get your work seen! First Friday is a FREE opportunity to showcase your art, gain exposure, and connect with the community.
STARBUCKS
305 E 5th St
Our Town Everywhere
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Be Part of Our Town. As Odessa prepares to celebrate its 100th birthday, Odessa Arts invites you to create a self-portrait using stamps as part of our Our Town community art initiative.
October 2 | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Interested in becoming a stop on the First Friday tour?
to inquire about a space click below
Artists / Musicians register to be considered for First Friday spots.
Contact Us
Don’t be shy, do you have a question or want to become a sponsor, let us know.
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