El Paso Weekend Events - Monster Trucks, Bridal Expo + More

Here’s what’s going on in and around El Paso this weekend, March 4-6, 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

Live Horse Racing – The live horse racing season resumes at Sunland Park Racetrack & Casino. Post time is 1:30 p.m. FREE general admission and parking. 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, Wildflower. 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. FREE.

San Elizario First Friday ArtWalk and Ghost Tour – All of the art galleries stay open into the evening for this once a month event in the San Elizario Art District. Live music at the Bandido Cantina, the “Movie on the Wall” at 8:00 p.m. and the San Elizario Ghost Tour at 10:00 p.m. are also part of the festivities. 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the Art District located off Socorro Rd at Main Street. FREE; Ghost Tour $15. More Details

UTEP Get Reel Film Series – Hollywood Blockbuster movies for as little as $2. Tonight’s movie is “The Revenant” 7 p.m. at the UTEP Union Cinema, 500 W. University. Admission is $2 – $3. More Details

El Paso Rhinos Hockey – El Paso’s Junior League ice hockey team hosts the Springfield Express. 7:30 p.m. at the Sierra Providence Events Center, next to the Coliseum, 4100 E. Paisano. Ticket prices vary. More Details

El Paso Playhouse Presents ‘A Doll’s House’ – El Paso’s longest running Community Theater presents Henrik Ibsen’s classic three-act play in prose. Showtime is 8 p.m. at the El Paso Playhouse, 2501 Montana. Ticket prices vary. More Details

Riverdance 20th Anniversary World Tour - The international Irish dance phenomenon makes a stop in El Paso. 8 p.m. at the Plaza Theatre. 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

Texas Tech University Film Series – FREE screening of the Russell Crowe sword and sandal epic, “Gladiator.” 11 a.m. in the El Paso Energy Auditorium at the El Paso Museum of Art, 1 Arts Festival Plaza. More Details

Public Ice Skating – Glide around in the area’s largest public ice skating rink. Skating sessions times today: 12 noon to 3:00 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

Live Horse Racing – The live horse racing season resumes at Sunland Park Racetrack & Casino. Post time is 1:30 p.m. FREE general admission and parking. More Details

Riverdance 20th Anniversary World Tour - The international Irish dance phenomenon makes a stop in El Paso. Showtimes today are 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. at the Plaza Theatre. Ticket prices vary. More Details

Western Playland Amusement Park – 30+ rides and games for all ages. Open 2 p.m. to 7 p.m., 1249 Futurity Dr., Sunland Park, NM, across from Sunland Park Racetrack & Casino. Admission varies. More Details

Movies at the Museum Film Series – "Good Night and Good Luck," the 2005 historical drama directed by George Clooney and starring Clooney and Robert Downey, Jr. 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. 543-6747

UTEP Mens Basketball – The Miners host UTSA. Tip-off time is 2:00 p.m. at the Don Haskins Center. Ticket prices vary. More Details

Monster Jam - Car crushing monster trucks race, soar, and rip up Sun Bowl Stadium. 7 p.m. Tickets $12. More Details

Let It Rawk! – A loud, colorful, energetic and interactive experience of the hair metal era performed by an All Star Lineup of Sunset Strip alumni, including former Warrant frontman Jaime St. James on vocals, Dokken’s Sean McNabb on Bass, and Stryper’s Oz Fox on Lead Guitar. 8:30 p.m. at Speaking Rock Entertainment Center, 122 S. Old Pueblo Rd. FREE 18 and older. More Details

Concordia Cemetery Ghost Tour – The Paso del Norte Paranormal Society will hold a paranormal investigation of Concordia Cemetery from 9 to 11 p.m. Bring your camera and see if you can capture paranormal activity inside “El Paso’s City of the Dead” as you learn about the history, mystery, and lore of this historic landmark. Meet at the Yandell entrance to the cemetery at 8:30 p.m. Admission: $15; 13 and older. More Details

U2 Tribute Show - With or Without U2, "the premiere U2 tribute band", rocks out the racetrack. 9 p.m. at Sunland Park Racetrack & Casino. FREE admission. More Details

SUNDAY:

KISS-FM Love Affair and Bridal Expo – The 19th annual wedding expo features bridal fashion shows, and vendor booths with everything you need to plan your perfect wedding. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at E.P.I.C. Railyard Center, 2201 E. Mills. FREE admission; VIP tickets available. 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

Farmer’s Market at TI:ME at Montecillo - Over 25 vendors, and live music. 12 noon to 3 p.m. at at TI:ME at Montecillo, 4935 N. Mesa. FREE admission. More Details

Live Horse Racing – The live horse racing season resumes at Sunland Park Racetrack & Casino. Post time is 1:30 p.m. FREE general admission and parking. More Details

El Paso Playhouse Presents ‘A Doll’s House’ – El Paso’s longest running Community Theater presents Henrik Ibsen’s classic three-act play in prose. Showtime 2 p.m. at the El Paso Playhouse, 2501 Montana. Ticket prices vary. More Details

Riverdance 20th Anniversary World Tour - The international Irish dance phenomenon makes a stop in El Paso. 2 p.m. at the Plaza Theatre. Ticket prices vary. More Details

Monster Jam - Car crushing monster trucks race, soar, and rip up Sun Bowl Stadium. 2 p.m. Tickets $12. More Details

El Paso Rhinos Hockey – El Paso’s Junior League ice hockey team hosts the Springfield Express. 4:30 p.m. at the Sierra Providence Events Center, next to the Coliseum, 4100 E. Paisano. Ticket prices vary. More Details