Convention centers
The Midland Center
Located downtown adjacent to Centennial Plaza on the corner of Wall St. and Main. Home to numerous conventions and functions throughout the year.
The Horseshoe
County convention center location at Cotton Flat Rd. and I-20 on the south side of town. Several stock shows and rodeos take place throughout the year.
Theaters
The Yucca Theater
Historic theater in downtown Midland, built in the Assyrian Revival style in the 1920's. Now owned by the Midland Community Theater, the Yucca is home to Summer Mummers as well as several plays throughout the year.
Cole Theater
Cole Theater is the home of Midland Community Theaters, one of the most highly recognized community theaters in the country. Cole Theater is also connected to the Midland College campus via a footbridge over Midland Draw.
Permian Basin Petroleum Museum
This interactive museum, spread over 40 acres, takes you step by step through the dynamic search for black gold. Life sized murals, ancient artifacts and colorful memorabilia help you relive the Basin's turbulent past. Also featured are the largest collection of Tom Lovell paintings and antique drilling equipment in the nation. Newly opened is the Transportation Gallery, the new home for Jim Hall's Chaparral Race Cars.