Budweiser Clydesdales Return to Midland-Odessa After 25 Years

Something amazing is coming to the Basin, and it's something we haven't seen since 2001. Beautiful beasts will be making their way into West Texas, and you'll be able to see them up close. The Budweiser Clydesdales are trotting into Midland-Odessa.

This isn't just a visit, it's a once-in-a-generation return of these amazing animals. In honor of the 150th birthday of Budweiser, the World-Famous Budweiser Clydesdales are making this historic visit in the Basin.

Budweiser Clydesdales Returning to Midland-Odessa After 25 Years

Standard Sales Company welcomes the World-Famous Budweiser Clydesdales to Midland-Odessa from Wednesday, April 15, to Sunday, April 19. Standard Sales Company has been the exclusive Anheuser-Busch wholesaler in the area since 1952. Bring the entire family out to enjoy this experience.

Why the Budweiser Clydesdales Visit Matters to West Texas

The Budweiser Clydesdales represent tradition, excellence, and American heritage, said Jose Manzanares, General Manager of Standard Sales Odessa. Bringing them back to the Permian Basin during Budweiser’s 150th anniversary is a special moment not just for our company, but for the entire community.

Dates, Times, and Locations to See the Budweiser Clydesdales in Midland-Odessa

You can see these beautiful horses at the following locations:

Wednesday, April 15, 2026
United Supermarket
1350 E 8th St, Odessa, TX
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Thursday, April 16, 2026
Midland Rockhounds Baseball Game
5514 Champions Dr, Midland, TX
4:30 PM – 6:30 PM

Friday, April 17, 2026
Kent Kwik #222
3700 E Yukon Rd, Odessa, TX
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Saturday, April 18, 2026
Pinkie’s
4101 Medical Park Dr, Suite 140, Odessa, TX
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM

History of the Budweiser Clydesdales and Their American Tradition

Back in 1933, August A. Busch Jr. and Adolphus Busch III gave their father a hitch of six Clydesdales to celebrate the repeal of Prohibition, which turned into a marketing milestone. Soon after, another hitch was sent to New York City, which brought the crowds to witness the delivery of Budweiser to Alfred E. Smith. That kicked off a tour of the East Coast and Washington, D.C., for a ceremonial delivery to President Franklin D. Roosevelt.

The Budweiser Clydesdales eventually expanded to an eight-horse hitch and introduced a Dalmatian mascot in 1950. The travel tradition continues to this day.

Don’t Miss Your Chance to See the Budweiser Clydesdales in Person

Don’t miss your chance to see these beautiful horses. It could be another 25 years before they return, and it’s a great way to create lasting memories with your family.