Best Things to Do This Weekend in El Paso July 21-23
If you’re up to ditching the couch and hitting the town, here is where you can have the most fun with your clothes on this weekend, July 21-23.
FESTIVALS, CONCERTS & STAGE
Parks & Rec Summer Outdoor Free Concert Series – Bring your blankets and lounge chairs and enjoy an evening of live music by Dream Merchant Band at Eastwood Park, 3001 Parkwood Dr. Friday, 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. FREE to see. More Details
Alfresco! Fridays – FREE outdoor concert featuring Soul Sacrifice (Santana Tribute). 6 p.m. Friday at the Convention Center Plaza, downtown. More Details
UTEP Dinner Theatre Presents ‘Sister Act’ – The popular Whoopie Goldberg movie staged as a musical. Friday through Sunday, 2nd Floor UTEP’s Union Building West. Ticket prices vary. More Details
David Blaine - The celebrated magician and illusionist will wow and amaze. Friday, 8 p.m. in the Plaza Theatre. More Details
Viva! El Paso en Español – The summer outdoor musical extravaganza chronicles the 400 year history of El Paso through song and dance, set against the backdrop of the Franklin Mountains. Friday and Saturday at McKelligan Canyon. This weekend's shows will be in Spanish. More Details
Naughty by Nature - The legendary ’90s hip-hop group headlines the final Let Freedom Sing Summer Concert of 2017. 7 p.m. Saturday at Freedom Crossing on Fort Bliss. FREE. More Details
Music on the Lawn at Fountains at Farah – Local and regional bands perform in the Fountains at Farah Pavilion. Saturday 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. This week’s performers are If We Were Turtles, Old Kids, and Fallex. FREE. More Details
Music Under the Stars – Noche Ranchera featuring Mariachi Los Arrieros will close out the 2017 season. Sunday 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at the Chamizal. Admission is FREE. More Details
FAMILY ACTIVITIES
Family Dollar Day at Western Playland – Take in the 30+ rides for cheap. $1 admission, ride tickets and snacks on Friday, 7 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., 1249 Futurity Dr., Sunland Park, NM, across from Sunland Park Racetrack & Casino. Admission $1. More Details
Wet N Wild Waterworld – The new, family-friendly raft ride, Jaguar Falls, now open. 8804 South Desert Boulevard, Anthony, Texas. 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. More Details
City Spray Parks – 8 neighborhood park spray pads (1 in each city district) each with approximately 15-30 water features and shaded picnic areas. All FREE to use and open to the public daily from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. More Details
City of El Paso Swimming Pools – The city’s outdoor and indoor aquatic facilities are open for recreational swimming. Hours vary by location. Admission is $1-$2. More Details
MOVIE SERIES
Movies on the Lawn at UTEP – Beauty and the Beast under the stars and on the lawn. Friday, 8 p.m. at UTEP’S Centennial Plaza. FREE admission. More Details
Free Movie Saturday at the International Museum of Art – Tangledwill be screened at 2 p.m. Saturday in the auditorium of the International Museum of Art, 1211 Montana Ave. Admission is FREE. More Details
Horizon City Movies in the Park – Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadowsin the park and under the stars, weather permitting. Saturday 8:00 p.m. at Desmond Corcoran Park. Admission is FREE. More Details
Summer of Love Brunch Series at Alamo Drafthouse – Sunday morning screenings featuring the greatest romantic films of all time. Ticket includes brunch and a glass of wine. This week’s movie is The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas. Movie starts at 11 a.m. More Details
FARMER’S MARKETS/ ARTS & CRAFTS:
Farmer’s Market at Ardovino’s Desert Crossing – The “producers only” market features area farmers, backyard gardeners and artisans selling fresh produce, honey, fresh-baked breads, salsas and other small-batch foodstuffs. Saturday 7:30 a.m. to 12 noon. FREE entry. More Details
Downtown Artist and Farmers Market – Artisan market highlights regionally grown agricultural products and original arts and crafts, as well entertainment featuring local artists, food vendors and free activities. Saturday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. FREE to get in and FREE parking in the Anthony Street Parking lot. More Details
Eastside Farmers and Artisan Market - 30+ local vendors; from locally made ice cream to farm fresh eggs to vegan options. Sunday, 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. at 3020 Trawood @ G. Dieter. More Details
La Viña Winery Sunday Market – Dog and kid-friendly farmer’s market featuring farm fresh, local produce. Live entertainment on the patio. Sunday 12 noon to 4 p.m. at La Viña Winery, 4201 S. NM Highway 28 in La Union, N.M., one mile north of Vinton Road. More Details