There’s still plenty of fun to be had in Midland this summer. Check out these three can’t-miss August events for an awesome time out.

Summer Mummers

What is Summer Mummers, exactly? “It can’t be explained … it must be experienced!” its website proclaims. That said, we’ll do our best. It’s an annual melodrama performed by the Midland Community Theatre. Though information on its website is purposefully vague, Summer Mummers is big on comedy and big on audience participation … with a whole lot of flying along the way. It’s a longstanding fundraiser for the MCT, with the money going toward shows, education programs, and general operations. This year’s show is Bootlegging Boobery in the Basin. With a title like that, we can only imagine what kind of shenanigans are in store. Want to know more about what you’re getting into? Fair enough. This Midland Reporter-Telegram article does its best to fill you in on what to expect.

When: Aug. 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28 & Sept. 3 & 4; all shows at 7:30 PM
Where: Yucca Theatre

Tickets: Get them here!

Blippi The Musical

Check out YouTube star Blippi on stage at the Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center in Midland. The popular blue and orange-clad character known for his energy-packed educational videos is making a stop here as part of a nationwide tour. Come ready to sing and dance along with Blippi!

When: Aug. 17

Where: Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center

Tickets: Get them here!

Midland County Fair

Looking for a little down-home fun? The Midland County Fair has you covered. It’s as traditional as county fairs come, with everything from carnival rides and fair food to live music and a rodeo competition. You especially don’t want to miss country singer/reality TV star Coffey Anderson’s Aug. 28 performance.

When: Aug. 26-29

Where: Midland County Horseshoe Arena

Tickets: Tickets are $5 each day or $10 after 5 PM on Aug. 28

Need ideas for more fun in Midland? Check out the Anatole on Briarwood blog.