West Texas Business Expo returns to Midland on Feb. 19 with free admission

More than 70 exhibitors gather Feb. 19, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., at Midland's Bush Convention Center.

Feb. 5, 2026 at 4:23pm

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The Midland Chamber of Commerce is bringing back its West Texas Business Expo on February 19th at the Bush Convention Center in Midland, Texas. The regional event will feature over 70 exhibitors from industries like energy, security, financial services, and more. Attendees can expect networking opportunities, educational breakout sessions, and free perks like pizza and coffee.

Why it matters

The West Texas Business Expo provides a valuable platform for businesses across the region to connect with local consumers, professionals, and decision-makers. As Midland continues to experience significant growth, the expo offers an opportunity for the community to learn about the diverse range of businesses and services available.

The details

The West Texas Business Expo, presented by Sewell BMW of the Permian Basin, will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on February 19th at the Bush Convention Center in Midland, Texas. The event is designed to bring together businesses from across West Texas and the Permian Basin for networking, discovery, and education. Exhibitors will be encouraged to host games, giveaways, and participate in educational breakout sessions covering topics like business taxes, insurance, banking, and marketing.

  • The West Texas Business Expo will be held on February 19, 2026.
  • The event will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The players

Midland Chamber of Commerce

The organizer of the West Texas Business Expo, which is returning after a decade-long hiatus.

Alayne Paulson

The vice president of chamber relations for the Midland Chamber of Commerce, who spoke about the event's goals and design.

Sewell BMW of the Permian Basin

The presenting sponsor of the West Texas Business Expo.

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What they’re saying

“This is the first Business Expo hosted by the Midland Chamber in about a decade. The Chamber previously held an annual expo until it was time to pivot programming. With Midland's continued growth, the Chamber is excited to bring the expo back.”

— Alayne Paulson, Vice President of Chamber Relations

“The Midland Chamber is casting a wide promotional net to encourage the public to attend. With free admission to the public, the West Texas Business Expo is intentionally designed to drive strong attendance and real engagement.”

— Alayne Paulson, Vice President of Chamber Relations

What’s next

The Midland Chamber of Commerce is promoting the West Texas Business Expo widely to encourage strong public attendance on February 19th.

The takeaway

The return of the West Texas Business Expo after a decade-long hiatus reflects Midland's continued growth and the Midland Chamber of Commerce's commitment to providing a valuable platform for businesses across the region to connect with local consumers, professionals, and decision-makers.