Here’s what’s going on in and around El Paso this weekend, April 17 – April 19, 2015. Some events are free, some will cost you a few bucks:

FRIDAY:

Live Horse Racing – The live horse racing season continues at Sunland Park Racetrack & Casino. Post time is 12:55 p.m. FREE general admission and parking. More Details

Moore’s Greater Shows Carnival – Rides, games and of course, carnival food! 5 p.m.- midnight in the Sunland Park Mall parking lot. Admission is FREE, ride tickets are $1 or $25 for a wristband good for unlimited rides. More Details

Hellyeah - The heavy metal supergroup comes to town for an all ages show. Doors open at 6 p.m. at the Socorro Entertainment Center, 11200 Santos Sanchez. Tickets $10. More Details

Alfresco! Fridays – Fresh-air performances from local bands playing various genres of music. 6 p.m. on the Convention Center Plaza. FREE. This week, Maddison Livingston (country). More Details

Friday at the Fire – Live music by local bands set against the ambiance of the Freedom Crossing at Ft. Bliss outdoor fireplace. 6 – 11 p.m. FREE. Tonight, Joe Barron Band (country).

UTEP’s Get Reel Film Series – Blockbuster movies as well as Independent and educational films for as little as $1. Tonight’s movie is “The Hobbit: Battle of Five Armies”. 7 p.m., UTEP Union Cinema, 500 W. University. Admission is $1 – $2. More Details

UTEP Dinner Theatre Presents ‘Mary Poppins’ – One of the most popular Disney movies of all time staged as a musical. Show time is 7 p.m., 2nd Floor UTEP’s Union Building West. Ticket prices vary. More Details

El Paso Playhouse Presents ‘The Dixi Swim Club’ – El Paso Playhouse presents the dramedy about five Southern women and their friendships. 8 p.m. showtime at the El Paso Playhouse, 2501 Montana. Ticket prices vary. More Details

El Paso Community College Theater presents ‘Twelfth Night’ – EPCC Theater wraps up the season with the William Shakespeare comedy, “Twelfth Night”. Showtime is 8 p.m. at the Transmountain Forum Theater, 9570 Gateway North. Tickets prices vary. 831-3205

SATURDAY:

Farmers 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. 9:00 a.m. to 2 p.m. FREE admission. (575) 589-0653, ext. 3

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 for the entire family. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Union Plaza District (near The Garden Restaurant) along Anthony Street. FREE admission and FREE parking. More Details

Fred Loya High School Baseball Series - Bel Air vs. Del Valle. 10:00 a.m. at Southwest University Park. FREE admission. More Details

Party for the Planet at the El Paso Zoo – Celebrate our amazing planet and party animal-style, all while learning how you can help to protect all life on Earth. Festivities include special animal programs. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., El Paso Zoo, 4001 E. Paisano. Zoo admission required. More Details

Horizon City Wine Festival - The inaugural wine tasting event will feature more than 70 wines from New Mexico and around the world, food vendors, and live music including “The Voice” finalist Jonny Gray. 11 a.m. to midnight at Moonlight Bar and Grill, 16000 Ashford, Horizon City. Admission $15. More Details

Public Ice Skating– Get your glide on in the area’s largest public ice skating rink. Noon to 3 p.m. in the Sierra Providence Event Center, 4100 E Paisano, behind the El Paso County Coliseum. Cost: $8, $6 Military. Admission includes skate rental. More Details

Live Horse Racing – The live horse racing season continues at Sunland Park Racetrack & Casino. Post time is 12:55 p.m. FREE general admission and parking. More Details

Moore’s Greater Shows Carnival – Rides, games and of course, carnival food. 2 p.m.- midnight in the Sunland Park Mall parking lot. Admission is FREE, ride tickets are $1 or $25 for a wristband good for unlimited rides. More Details

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

UTEP Dinner Theatre Presents ‘Mary Poppins’ – One of the most popular Disney movies of all time staged as a musical. Show time is 7 p.m., 2nd Floor UTEP’s Union Building West. Ticket prices vary. More Details

District 5 Movies in the Park – Bring lawn chairs, blankets, and snacks and watch a movie in the park, weather permitting. This week’s movie is “Wall-E”. 8:00 p.m. at Salvador Rivas Park, 12515 Tierra Norte. FREE. More Details

El Paso Community College Theater presents ‘Twelfth Night’ – EPCC Theater wraps up the season with the William Shakespeare comedy, “Twelfth Night”. Showtime is 8 p.m. at the Transmountain Forum Theater, 9570 Gateway North. Tickets prices vary. 831-3205

El Paso Playhouse Presents ‘The Dixi Swim Club’ – El Paso Playhouse presents the dramedy about five Southern women and their friendships. 8 p.m. showtime at the El Paso Playhouse, 2501 Montana. Ticket prices vary. More Details

Red Hot Chili Peppers Tribute Show – The Red Not Chili Peppers pay homage to the Red Hot Chili Peppers playing songs made popular by the real band. 8:30 p.m. at Speaking Rock Entertainment Center, 122 S. Old Pueblo Road. FREE 18+. More Details

Bob Marley Bash 2015 - The Chucotown Rockers and Radio La Chusma join together to pay tribute to the Jamaican reggae singer-songwriter, and raise money for the Child Crisis Center of El Paso. 9 p.m. at Mesa Music Hall, 4151 N. Mesa. Admission $10. More Details

Lupita D’Alessio – The popular Mexican singer performs at 9 p.m. at The Plaza Theatre. Ticket prices vary. More Details

SUNDAY:

La Viña Farmers and Crafters Market – La Viña Winery hosts a dog and family-friendly farmer’s market featuring farm fresh, local produce. 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. 575-882-7632

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

EP Music Fest - The family friendly event to benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of El Paso features local bands, food trucks, discounted ice skating and more. 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the El Paso County Coliseum Pavilion, 4100 E. Paisano. $5 entry fee. More Details

Moore’s Greater Shows Carnival – Rides, games and of course, carnival food. 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday in the Sunland Park Mall parking lot. Admission is FREE, ride tickets are $1 or $25 for a wristband good for unlimited rides. More Details

El Paso Playhouse Presents ‘The Dixi Swim Club’ – El Paso Playhouse presents the dramedy about five Southern women and their friendships. 2 p.m. showtime at the El Paso Playhouse, 2501 Montana. Ticket prices vary. More Details

El Paso Community College Theater presents ‘Twelfth Night’ – EPCC Theater wraps up the season with the William Shakespeare comedy, “Twelfth Night”. Showtime is 2:30 p.m. at the Transmountain Forum Theater, 9570 Gateway North. Tickets prices vary. 831-3205

UTEP Dinner Theatre Presents ‘Mary Poppins’ – One of the most popular Disney movies of all time staged as a musical. Show time is 2:30 p.m., 2nd Floor UTEP’s Union Building West. Ticket prices vary. More Details

SunCity RollerGirls/Banked Track Roller Derby – This month’s all female contact roller derby bout is between Las Diablas and the Sexecutioners, with halftime entertainment by Sorry About Your Sister. Doors open at 5 p.m., 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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