El Paso’s Free Music Concert Series – Who’s Playing Where This Week

Whether you’re a fan of rock, jazz, cumbias or country, you’ll find a local band performing it at one of the many free outdoor music series going on in El Paso this time of the year. Here’s a roundup of who’s playing at which free music concert series today through Saturday, May 31, 2014:

Wednesday May 28

Crave Summer Music Series – Live entertainment on the patio at Crave Kitchen and Bar, Rojas location. 7:30 – 10 p.m. This week, Billy Townes. More Info

Rudolph Free Music Series at the State Line Bar-B-Q – Shows are 21 and older. On the patio from 8 to 10 p.m. This week, Maddison Livingston. More Info

Thursday May 29

Cool Canyon Nights – Free concerts in the cool shade of the 1,500-seat McKelligon Canyon Amphitheatre. Music on the patio starts at 6:15 p.m. Concessions, including beer, will be for sale. This week on the main stage, Dusty Low . More Info

Friday May 30

Alfresco! Fridays – Fresh-air performances from local bands playing various genres of music. 6 p.m. No Outside Food or Beverages Allowed. No Pets Allowed. Still downtown, but now on the Convention Center Plaza. This week, Fixed Idea (latin ska). More Info

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. This week, Joe Barron Band (country).

Saturday May 31

The Fountains at Farah Sunset Sounds – Local and regional band perform in The Promenade at the Fountains for “sunset’ shoppers,” weather permitting, from 7pm to 9pm. Blankets and lawn chair encouraged, food and beverages available. This week, Slow Down Summer. More Info

Sunday June 1

Melodies at the Park - This annual series highlights a variety of local acts while showcasing some of the city’s parks. Bring your lounge chairs. There will be food vendors on site. 7:30 – 9:30 p.m. This week, the Villa Band performs at Salvador Rivas Park, 12480 Pebble Hills Dr. More Info, 544-0753 or 252-9031