25 Things to Do This Weekend in El Paso

Here’s what’s going on in and around El Paso this weekend, June 26 – June 28, 2015. Some events are free, some will cost you a few bucks:

FRIDAY:

Downtown Street Festival – One of the largest outdoor festivals El Paso has to offer, encompassing most of the area around the Downtown Convention Center. Featuring several music stages, vendor booths and food trucks, and a spectacular fireworks show just before the main act. Tonight’s headliner is Rob Zombie. Gates open at 6 p.m. 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

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. Tonight, Border Avenue (country).

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

SATURDAY:

Downtown Street Festival – One of the largest outdoor festivals El Paso has to offer, encompassing most of the area around the Downtown Convention Center. Featuring several music stages, vendor booths and food trucks, and a spectacular fireworks show just before the main act. Tonight’s headliner is Weezer. Gates open at 6 p.m. More Details

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. 7:30 a.m. to 12 noon. FREE admission. 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 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

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 4:00 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

Western Playland Amusement Park – 30+ rides and games for all ages. Open 2 p.m. to 9 p.m., 1249 Futurity Dr., Sunland Park, NM, across from Sunland Park Racetrack & Casino. Admission varies. More Details

Saturdays in the Park Live Music Series – Local bands perform at Sunrise Park, 300 N. Campbell, in Central El Paso. Free popcorn, cotton candy, and shaved ice will while it lasts. Food trucks will be on site. Blankets and lawn chair encouraged. 6 p.m. Tonight, Prime the ’80s Band. FREE admission

The Fountains at Farah Sunset Sounds – Local and regional band perform in The Promenade at the Fountains, weather permitting, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Blankets and lawn chair encouraged, food and beverages available. Tonight, Trailerband. More Details

Veterans Park Concert Series – Live entertainment from some of El Paso’s favorite local bands and musicians. Tonight’s performers are Everyday People beginning at 7 p.m. at Veterans Park, 5301 Salem Drive, in the North East. Admission is FREE.

Dishwalla - Best known for their late '90s song "Counting Blue Cars," the alt band brings their mix of tunes from a career spanning nearly 2 decades and 5 albums to the Sun City. 8 p.m. at the Socorro Entertainment Center, 11200 Santos Sanchez Rd. FREE admission 18+. More Details

District 5 Movies in the Park – Family-friendly movies screened in a city park, under the stars, weather permitting. Blankets and lawn chairs allowed, but alcohol is prohibited. BYO snacks. Tonight’s movie, “Goonies” 8:00 p.m. at Tierra Del Este #61, 14241 Strata Rock.. Admission is FREE. More Details

The City of Socorro Presents Movies Under the Stars – Bring your own blankets and/or lawn chairs and enjoy a movie outdoors in the park. Tonight’s movie is “Maleficent”. Concessions will be available for purchase or BYO snacks. Admission is FREE. 8:15 p.m. at Bulldog Championship Park, 316 Buford Rd.

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. Tonight’s movie is “Mom’s Night Out″. 8:30 p.m. at Corcoran Park, located just off Horizon Boulevard, across from Horizon Star Bakery. FREE admission. More Details

The Doubletree by Hilton presents Saturday Night Movies on the Terrace – You don’t have to be a guest in the hotel to enjoy the movie. Bring your chairs and blankets or whatever you need to be comfy, but outside food or drinks are not permitted. Tonight, “Space Jam” 8:30 p.m., weather permitting, on the Sunset Terrace located on the 7th floor of Doubletree Hotel, 600 N. El Paso St. in downtown El Paso. Admission is FREE. 532-8733

District 3 Movies Under the Stars – Family-friendly movies in the park, under the stars, weather permitting. Blankets and lawn chairs allowed, but alcohol is prohibited. BYO snacks. Tonight’s movie, “Angels in the Outfield” 8:30 p.m. at San Juan Park, 5701 Tamburo (Tamburo and Glenwood). Admission is FREE.

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

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. More Details