Midland, Texas Civic Calendar — 2026

Commemorates the 1836 Texas Declaration of Independence. Observed statewide.

Federal income tax returns due. Extensions filable via Form 4868.

Marks the 1836 Battle of San Jacinto that secured Texas independence. A Texas state holiday.

The Permian Basin's cornerstone fine art and fine craft festival and the longest-running downtown event in Midland, held over a May weekend with local artists, entertainers, and family activities. Held at Downtown Midland / Bush Convention Center.

Atlantic hurricane season runs June 1 – November 30. Local emergency-management offices issue regular updates during active storms.

Presented by Midland Community Theatre, this old-fashioned melodrama and vaudeville revue runs Friday and Saturday nights from early June through Labor Day weekend and is billed as the oldest continuous melodrama in the United States. Held at Yucca Theatre, downtown Midland.

The Midland Chamber of Commerce's free Fourth of July celebration featuring live music, food vendors, a family fun zone, and an evening fireworks show. Held at Centennial Park, 200 W. Wall St..

Most Texas school districts begin the academic year in mid-to-late August.

A juried arts and crafts festival held each September benefiting the Museum of the Southwest, with artist booths, live demonstrations, festival food, and family activities. Held at Museum of the Southwest, 1705 W. Missouri Ave..

General election day in even-numbered years.