El Paso Weekend Events – Spring Home Show + More

Here’s what’s going on in and around El Paso this weekend, Jan. 22-25, 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

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

Spring Home Show – The annual event includes exhibits, demonstrations, innovative products for remodeling, and home and garden improvement ideas. 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the El Paso Convention Center, downtown. Admission varies. 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, Sobredosis del Sabor. 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. FREE.

El Paso Symphony Orchestra presents ‘Variations on Friends’ – The El Paso Symphony Orchestra, in collaboration with El Paso Pro-Musica Chamber Music Festival, perform various works including a selection with Zuill Bailey, widely considered one of the premiere cellists in the world. 7:30 p.m. at the Plaza Theatre, downtown. Ticket prices vary. More Details

El Paso Playhouse Presents ‘The Hallow’ – El Paso’s longest running Community Theater presents the Agatha Christie mystery. 8 p.m. at the El Paso Playhouse, 2501 Montana. Ticket prices vary. More Details

SATURDAY:

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 (near The Garden Restaurant) along Anthony Street. FREE admission and FREE parking. More Details

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. 9:00 a.m. to 1 p.m. FREE admission. 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

Spring Home Show – The annual event includes exhibits, demonstrations, innovative products for remodeling, and home and garden improvement ideas. 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the El Paso Convention Center, downtown. Admission varies. More Details

Holidays on Ice Public Ice Skating – Glide around in the area’s largest public ice skating rink. Skating sessions are as follows: 12 noon to 3:00 p.m., and 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

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

UTEP Men’s Basketball – The Miners host FIU. Tip-off time is 7:05 p.m. at the Don Haskins Center. Ticket prices vary. More Details

El Paso Symphony Orchestra presents ‘Variations on Friends’ – The El Paso Symphony Orchestra, in collaboration with El Paso Pro-Musica Chamber Music Festival, perform various works including a selection with Zuill Bailey, widely considered one of the premiere cellists in the world. 7:30 p.m. at the Plaza Theatre, downtown. Ticket prices vary. More Details

El Paso Playhouse Presents ‘The Hallow’ – El Paso’s longest running Community Theater presents the Agatha Christie mystery. 8 p.m. at the El Paso Playhouse, 2501 Montana. Ticket prices vary. More Details

Bon Jovi Tribute Band – “Livin' on a Prayer” pays homage to the music of Bon Jovi. 8:30 p.m. at Speaking Rock Entertainment Center, 122 S. Old Pueblo Rd. FREE 18 and older. More Details

Haunted Brothel Ghost Tour – The walking excursion will take you into some of the city’s remaining brothels and expose Downtown El Paso's most shocking history -- and maybe even a ghost or two. Meet at 9:00 p.m. at the Ghosts915 Paranormal Research Center, 108 E San Antonio. $15. 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

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

Spring Home Show – The annual event includes exhibits, demonstrations, innovative products for remodeling, and home and garden improvement ideas. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the El Paso Convention Center, downtown. Admission varies. More Details

Holidays on Ice Public Ice Skating – Glide around on ice skates in the area’s largest public ice skating rink. Skating sessions are as follows: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. and 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. 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 Playhouse Presents ‘The Hallow’ – El Paso’s longest running Community Theater presents the Agatha Christie mystery. 2 p.m. at the El Paso Playhouse, 2501 Montana. Ticket prices vary. More Details