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About The Tailgate

The Tailgate was a popular outdoor entertainment venue in Midland, Texas, known for its vibrant food truck scene, full-service bars, big-screen visuals, and large crowd-friendly events. Located at 4401 N Big Spring St, Midland, TX 79705, the venue offered an open-air experience with a capacity of up to about 1,000 guests during the Tailgate era and parking expanded to roughly 800 spaces by 2024. While events have since shifted and the site has undergone changes, this page remains a resource for historical context and for planning visits to similar outdoor venues in the Midland area.

We’ve gathered practical details to help you plan a visit: seating options, parking guidance, transportation alternatives, and nearby hotel and dining recommendations to keep your night simple and enjoyable. Think of us as your go-to connection for straightforward, dependable ticketing and event planning information.

Note: As of early 2026, The Tailgate has been shut down and rebranded as Out West Midland, with future events moving to the Midland County Horseshoe Pavilion. If you’re seeking events in the area, you’ll find ongoing open-air and indoor options in Midland, including large-scale concerts, food truck gatherings, and community celebrations. If you’re planning around a specific show, confirm the current venue details and accessibility from the venue’s official channels and trusted event calendars. We’re here to help you secure your seats and make smart choices about where to stay, dine, and park nearby.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 4401 N Big Spring St, Midland, TX 79705.
  • Venue type: outdoor open-air entertainment venue; known for food trucks, bars, and large screens.
  • Capacity (Tailgate era): up to ~1,000 guests; Parking expanded to ~800 spaces (as of 2024).
  • Parking/Transit: on-site parking; rideshare drop-off/pickup zones; designates a nearby parking lot; proximity to Loop 250.
  • Notable events: Robert Earl Keen, Shane Smith & The Saints, Ty Myers, Aaron Watson, Rick Ross, DaBaby, Lil Jon, That Mexican OT; 2024 free concert for first responders.
  • Demolished/renamed: The Tailgate was shut down in early 2026 and rebranded as Out West Midland; future events moved to Midland County Horseshoe Pavilion.