10 Awesome El Paso Events You Must Attend in October
This month’s shouldn’t-miss events include Ariana Grande, the all-new Haunted Forest, and two of Latin music's most beloved artists, Mark Anthony and Carlos Vives.
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KLAQ Haunted Forest
October 1-31, 2015The haunt moves outdoors this year for a mind-bending 4D experience. [Tickets+Info]
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Teresa Caputo
October 7, 2015TLC’s “Long Island Medium” comes to the Don Haskins Center. Caputo will tell stories about her life and career, and give readings to audience members. [Tickets+Info]
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Hozier
October 8, 2015The “Take Me to Church” singer brings his pulled-back hair and musical stew of rock, blues, folk and soul to the Abraham Chavez Theatre. [Tickets+Info]
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Chalk the Block
October 9-10, 2015The homegrown event isn’t just about drawing on the sidewalk. It’s about interactive art installations, live dance and theatrical performances, sidewalk chalk art competition, live bands, and food. [Info]
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‘West Side Story’
October 9-31, 2015UTEP Dinner Theatre opens its 33rd season with the award-winning musical adaptation of the classic romantic tragedy about two warring New York City gangs -- the Jets and the Sharks. [Tickets+Info]
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Super Freestyle Explosion
October 10, 2015The “Ultimate Old School Jam” features ‘80s freestyle greats Stevie B, Lisa Lisa, The Original Cover Girls, Trinere, and many more at the Don Haskins Center. [Tickets+Info]
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Ariana Grande
October 15, 2015The ponytailed pop superstar known for the chart toppers "Problem", "Bang Bang" and "Love Me Harder" performs at the El Paso County Coliseum, with special guest Prince Royce. [Tickets+Info]
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Sun City SciFi Fan Expo
October 17-18, 2015The 2nd annual “convention by fans and for fans” will feature appearances by Verne Troyer (“Mini Me”), Nichelle Nichols (Star Trek’s Uhura), memorabilia vendors, Q&A panels, and other celebrity guests. [Tickets+Info]
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Indian Food Festival
October 23-25, 2015A celebration of Indian food and culture as well as art, jewelry, and crafts at Cleveland Square Park, Downtown. [Tickets+Info]
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Mark Anthony & Carlos Vives
October 30, 2015Two of Latin music's most beloved artists bring their cleverly titled “UNIDO2” tour and Grammy Award winning songs to UTEP’s Don Haskins Center. [Tickets+Info]