Here’s what’s going on in and around El Paso this weekend, June 24 – June 26, 2016.

FRIDAY:

El Paso Zoo – 35 acres of fun and adventure featuring exotic animals from around the world and family attractions such as the African Star Train, the Hunt Family Desert Spring splash pad, and the Foster Tree House Playground. 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., 4001 E. Paisano, across from the County Coliseum. Admission varies. More Details

Wet-n-Wild Waterworld – El Paso’s 60-acre water park features more than 25 rides and attractions, and the largest wave pool in Texas. 8804 South Desert Boulevard, Anthony, Texas. Gates open 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.. Admission prices vary. More Details

Wyler Ariel Tramway – Take in the beauty of our city and surroundings from 5,632 feet above sea level. Once on top there are several viewing areas, a gift shop, and Swiss-made gondolas that will take you on a soaring 4-minute ride above the canyon. 12 noon to 7 p.m. at Franklin Mountains State Park, 1700 McKinley. FREE entry. Tram Ride, $8 adults, $4 children 12 and under. More Details

Friday at The Fire – Live music by local bands set against the ambiance of the Freedom Crossing at Ft. Bliss outdoor fireplace. Tonight, Grau Jazz. 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. FREE.

Alfresco! Fridays – Fresh-air performances from local bands playing various genres of music. 6 p.m. on the Convention Center Plaza. FREE. Tonight, Sobredosis del Sabor (Salsa, Cumbia). More Details

Public Ice Skating – Glide around in the area’s largest public ice skating rink. Skating sessions times today: 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Sierra Providence Event Center, 4100 E Paisano, behind the El Paso County Coliseum. Cost: $8, $6 Military. Admission includes skate rental. More Details

El Paso Chihuahuas Baseball – El Paso’s Triple A team hosts the Salt Lake Bees. Game time is 7:05 p.m. Ticket prices vary. More Details

El Paso Playhouse Presents ‘Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?’ – El Paso’s longest running Community Theater presents the Tony Award winning classic which examines the breakdown of the marriage of a middle-aged couple . Showtime is 8 p.m. at the El Paso Playhouse, 2501 Montana. Ticket prices vary. More Details

El Paso Community College Performer’s Studio Summer Repertory presents ‘Boots’ – A comedy set in a West Texas bar that revolves around romance, mystery, cowboys, greed, and crude oil. Showtime is 8 p.m. at the Transmountain Campus Forum Theater, 9570 Gateway North. Tickets prices vary. 831-5056

Viva! El Paso – The summer outdoor musical chronicles the 400 year history of El Paso through song and dance. 8:30 p.m. at McKelligon Canyon Amphitheatre. Ticket prices vary. More Details

Movies on the Lawn at UTEP – The free movie summer series concludes tonight with Star Wars: The Force Awakens. Movie starts at approximately 8:30 p.m., weather permitting, on the UTEP Campus. FREE admission. More Details

Red Raider Reels Free Movie SeriesThe Goonies will be screened on the main lawn of the Texas Tech University Health Sciences campus, weather permitting. BYO blankets, lawn chairs, snacks and drinks — except for alcohol. Alcohol, glass containers and pets are prohibited. 8:00 p.m.or as dictated by sunset. Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, 5001 El Paso Dr., next to UMC. Admission is FREE. Parking is available at the lot east of the lawn.

SATURDAY:

Farmer’s Market at Ardovino’s Desert Crossing – The “producers only” market features area farmers, backyard gardeners and artisans selling organic and pesticide-free vegetables, locally-made goat cheeses, natural free range chickens and eggs, native plants for home and yard, fresh-baked breads and salsas. 7:30 a.m. to 12 noon. FREE admission. More Details

El Paso Rose Garden – Stop and smell over 1,400 blooming roses at one of El Paso’s hidden gems. 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the El Paso Municipal Rose Garden, 1702 N. Copia St. FREE. More Details

Downtown Artist and Farmers Market – The market offers the chance to shop for original arts and crafts and regionally grown produce in an outdoor setting while enjoying entertainment featuring local artists, food vendors and free activities. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Union Plaza District along Anthony Street. FREE admission and FREE parking. More Details

El Paso Zoo – 35 acres of fun and adventure featuring exotic animals from around the world and family attractions such as the African Star Train, the Hunt Family Desert Spring splash pad, and the Foster Tree House Playground. 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., 4001 E. Paisano, across from the County Coliseum. Admission varies. More Details

Wet-n-Wild Waterworld – El Paso’s 60-acre water park features more than 25 rides and attractions, and the largest wave pool in Texas. 8804 South Desert Boulevard, Anthony, Texas. Gates open 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.. Admission prices vary. 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

Public Ice Skating – Glide around in the area’s largest public ice skating rink. Skating sessions times today: 12 noon to 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Sierra Providence Event Center, 4100 E Paisano, behind the El Paso County Coliseum. Cost: $8, $6 Military. Admission includes skate rental. More Details

Wyler Ariel Tramway – Take in the beauty of our city and surroundings from 5,632 feet above sea level. Once on top there are several viewing areas, a gift shop, and Swiss-made gondolas that will take you on a soaring 4-minute ride above the canyon. 12 noon to 7 p.m. at Franklin Mountains State Park, 1700 McKinley. FREE entry. Tram Ride, $8 adults, $4 children 12 and under. More Details

Free Movie Saturday at the International Museum of Art – The surfing documentary The Endless Summer will be screened at 2 p.m. in the auditorium of the International Museum of Art, 1211 Montana Ave. Admission is FREE, concessions will be available. More Details

Western Playland Amusement Park – 30+ rides and games for all ages. Open 3 p.m. to 10 p.m., 1249 Futurity Dr., Sunland Park, NM, across from Sunland Park Racetrack & Casino. Admission varies. More Details

Punk Rock Flea Market at Five Points Bistro - Artists, vendors, food, and live music. 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. at 5 Points Bistro, 3019 Montana Ave. FREE admission. More Details

Music on the Lawn at Fountains at Farah – Dayluta Means Kindness, The Creative, Never Too Late perform in the Fountains at Farah Pavilion beginning at 7 p.m., weather permitting. Blankets and lawn chairs encouraged, food and beverages will be available. Admission is FREE. More Details

Dancing in the City Free Music Series – A free group dance lesson taught by professional dancers and a live music performance from Natajja (Tejano). 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. In the Convention Center Plaza, Downtown. Admission is FREE. More Details

In This Moment with: Hellyeah and Sunflower Dead - The Los Angeles hard rock band rocks the Rock along with Hellyeah and Sunflower Dead. 7 p.m. at Speaking Rock Entertainment Center, 122 S. Old Pueblo Rd. FREE 18 and older. More Details

El Paso Community College Performer’s Studio Summer Repertory presents ‘Boots’ – A comedy set in a West Texas bar that revolves around romance, mystery, cowboys, greed, and crude oil. Showtime is 8 p.m. at the Transmountain Campus Forum Theater, 9570 Gateway North. Tickets prices vary. 831-5056

Movies Under the Stars – Family-friendly movies in the park, under the stars, weather permitting. BYO blankets, chairs, and snacks. Tonight’s movie is Hotel Transylvania. 8:00 p.m. at Vocational Park Pond, Balsam Dr. and Mimosa Ave., near Riverside Middle School. Admission is FREE. More Details

El Paso Playhouse Presents ‘Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?’ – El Paso’s longest running Community Theater presents the Tony Award winning classic which examines the breakdown of the marriage of a middle-aged couple . Showtime is 8 p.m. at the El Paso Playhouse, 2501 Montana. Ticket prices vary. More Details

Neon Paint Party - Dance party at Wet ‘N’ Wild featuring hundreds of gallons of paint, live electronic dance music, and water rides. 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. at Wet'N'Wild Waterworld. GA tickets $20. More Details

Viva! El Paso – The summer outdoor musical chronicles the 400 year history of El Paso through song and dance. 8:30 p.m. at McKelligon Canyon Amphitheatre. Ticket prices vary. More Details

Horizon City Movies in the Park – Relatively current movies shown on an inflatable screen, weather permitting. Blankets and lawn chairs allowed, but alcohol is prohibited. Food trucks and vendors will be on site. Tonight’s movie is Max. 8:30 p.m. at Corcoran Park, located just off Horizon Boulevard, across from Horizon Star Bakery. FREE admission.

Haunted Brothel Ghost Tour – Traverse Downtown El Paso’s darkest alleys and enter some of our city’s remaining brothels (maybe even capture paranormal activity). Meet at the Ghosts915 Paranormal Research Center, 108 E San Antonio Ave at 9:00 p.m. $15 per person. More Details

Pat Benatar Tribute Band – Crimes of Passion rocks out the racetrack with all your favorite Pat Benatar songs. 9 p.m. at Sunland Park Racetrack & Casino. FREE admission. More Details

SUNDAY:

El Paso Zoo – 35 acres of fun and adventure featuring exotic animals from around the world and family attractions such as the African Star Train, the Hunt Family Desert Spring splash pad, and the Foster Tree House Playground. 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., 4001 E. Paisano, across from the County Coliseum. Admission varies. More Details

Wet-n-Wild Waterworld – El Paso’s 60-acre water park features more than 25 rides and attractions, and the largest wave pool in Texas. 8804 South Desert Boulevard, Anthony, Texas. Gates open 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.. Admission prices vary. More Details

Wyler Ariel Tramway – Take in the beauty of our city and surroundings from 5,632 feet above sea level. Once on top there are several viewing areas, a gift shop, and Swiss-made gondolas that will take you on a soaring 4-minute ride above the canyon. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Franklin Mountains State Park, 1700 McKinley. FREE entry. Tram Ride, $8 adults, $4 children 12 and under. More Details

La Viña Winery Sunday Market – Dog and kid-friendly farmer’s market featuring farm fresh local produce, and music on the patio from The Two of Us. 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

Public Ice Skating – Glide around in the area’s largest public ice skating rink. Skating sessions times today: 12 noon to 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Sierra Providence Event Center, 4100 E Paisano, behind the El Paso County Coliseum. Cost: $8, $6 Military. Admission includes skate rental. More Details

Zin Valle Vineyards Free Music Sunday – Pack a picnic and enjoy the afternoon at Zin Valle Vineyards. Free wine tasting, and music from Perfect on Paper. 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Zin Valle Vineyards, 7315 Canutillo La Union Rd., Canutillo, Tx. FREE to see. More Details

El Paso Playhouse Presents ‘Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?’ – El Paso’s longest running Community Theater presents the Tony Award winning classic which examines the breakdown of the marriage of a middle-aged couple . Showtime is 2 p.m. at the El Paso Playhouse, 2501 Montana. Ticket prices vary. More Details

El Paso Community College Performer’s Studio Summer Repertory presents ‘Boots’ – A comedy set in a West Texas bar that revolves around romance, mystery, cowboys, greed, and crude oil. Showtime is 2:30 p.m. at the Transmountain Campus Forum Theater, 9570 Gateway North. Tickets prices vary. 831-5056

Western Playland Amusement Park – 30+ rides and games for all ages. Open 3 p.m. to 9 p.m., 1249 Futurity Dr., Sunland Park, NM, across from Sunland Park Racetrack & Casino. Admission varies. More Details

City of El Paso Swimming Pools – The city’s outdoor and indoor aquatic facilities are open for recreational swimming. 2:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is $1-$2. More Details

Smash Mouth at Music Under the Stars – An evening of music and dancing under the stars with '90s Alt-Rock band Smash Mouth. Gates open at 5 p.m., concert starts at 7:30 p.m. at Cohen Stadium, 9700 Gateway North. Admission is FREE. More Details

Sun City Roller Girls Present 'I Block Rock N Roll' – This month’s all-female contact roller derby event is a double header; Sexecutioners vs Las Diablas and Chuco Town Chulas vs Las Viudas Negras. Doors open at 5 p.m., first bout starts at 6 p.m. in the El Paso County Coliseum Judging Arena, 4100 East Paisano Drive. Ticket prices vary. More Details

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