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Desert in Bloom | Spring Crawl

Friday, April 17, 2026

🌟 About the Event

Desert in Bloom | Spring Crawl
Midland Art Crawl returns this spring with Desert in Bloom a celebration of local artistry, color, and creativity across Midland. Explore curated venues, meet artists, enjoy small bites & sips, and experience the creative pulse of West Texas in full bloom.

Free + open to the public. Family-friendly.

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🗺️ Venue Map & Experiences

Full map released the week of the crawl, including:

  • Participating venues
  • Featured artists
  • Food + drink partners
  • Performances & demos
  • Family-friendly stops
  • Artist pop-ups and special experiences

Map Link: Link

🎨 Artist Lineup

The Blue Door | 6 PM till late

Onsite Artist:
Ellen Choate | Artifactory
Jeremy Mitchell | Color-Blinded by Jeremy Mitchell

The FaFa Gallery | 6 PM – 10 PM

Onsite Artist:
Parker Ehl | Parker Ehl
Kardian Williams | Joyful Artistry
Rachel Ramirez | Cactus Crown Studios

Cotton Flat Records | 6 PM till late

Onsite Artist:

Julie Keelin | Charcoal By Jules
Richard Acosta | Photos by Richard
Sara Scholl | With Miss Sara
Kaylee Imbesi | Kaylee Rose Fine Arts
Jeremy McGraw | Astral Creation LLC

The Waystone Brewery | 6 PM – 9PM

Onsite Artist:
Mark Dean | Basin Copper Works
Elizabeth Schwope | MES_Art

 

(Note: For Members, please check your email for the registration link)

🏠 Venue Partners

Venues across Midland will host artists, experiences, and themed activations.
Venue applications: Become a Venue

🤝 Sponsors

Our community partners power each crawl.
Sponsorship opportunities include:

  • Presenting Sponsor
  • Supporting Partner
  • Venue-to-Venue Transport Sponsor
  • Artist Awards Sponsor
    More info: Become A Sponsor

Venue & Happenings:

The Blue Door | 6 PM till late

Happenings:

  • Build your own bouquet at Innerbloom Flower Bar
  • Paint your own mini cactus pot
  • Desert in Bloom Prickly Pear Cocktail/Mocktails
  • Dress the Theme
  • 21+, Dog-Friendly

Onsite Artist:
Ellen Choate | Artifactory
Jeremy Mitchell | Color-Blinded by Jeremy Mitchell

The FaFa Gallery | 6 PM – 10 PM

Happenings:

  • April 11th Live Art Contest Exhibition & Winners Announced
  • The Life & Work of Scott Tanberg Exhibition
  • Oreo Cookie Bar
  • Complimentary Non-alcoholic & Adult Refreshments
  • Gallery Cat
  • Family-Friendly

Onsite Artist:
Parker Ehl | Parker Ehl
Kardian Williams | Joyful Artistry
Rachel Ramirez | Cactus Crown Studios

Cotton Flat Records | 6 PM till late

Happenings:

  • Singer/Songwriter Open Mic (Sign up at 6 PM, Performances Start at 7 PM)
  • Beer/Craft Soda on Tap
  • Food Truck: Dirty Grinders
  • Dress the Theme
  • Family-Friendly

Onsite Artist:
Julie Keelin | Charcoal By Jules
Richard Acosta | Photos by Richard
Sara Scholl | With Miss Sara
Kaylee Imbesi | Kaylee Rose Fine Arts
Jeremy McGraw | Astral Creation LLC

The Waystone Brewery | 6 PM – 9PM

Happenings:

  • Cactus Calamity sparkling mocktail
  • Free Potting Bar- all supplies provided from seed to pot
  • Dress for the Theme
  • Pizza delivery service available by Venezia Restaurant
  • Family-Friendly & Dog-Friendly

Onsite Artist:
Mark Dean | Basin Copper Works
Elizabeth Schwope | MES_Art

Palette Club

Happenings:

  • Arts of the Heart Show & Sale
  • Live Music
  • Complimentary Food & Drink
  • Dress the Theme
  • Family-friendly

📬 Stay Connected

Join the email list for early access + announcements.
Follow @midlandartcrawl on Instagram for updates.

  • Type:
  • Time: April 17, 2026 - 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm
  • Venue:Midland, Texas
  • Duration:5 hrs

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