Best Things to Do This Weekend in El Paso June 23-25
If you’re up to ditching the couch and hitting the town, here is where you can have the most fun with your clothes on this weekend, June 23-25.
FESTIVALS, CONCERTS & STAGE
Downtown Street Festival - This year’s performers are Papa Roach/In This Moment/Starset on Friday, and Alice Cooper with Dokken and Jackyl on Saturday. Fireworks each night. More Details
Viva! El Paso – The summer outdoor musical extravaganza chronicles the 400 year history of El Paso through song and dance, set against the backdrop of the Franklin Mountains. Friday and Saturday at McKelligan Canyon. More Details
Music on the Lawn at Fountains at Farah – Local and regional bands perform in the Fountains at Farah Pavilion. Saturday 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. This week, Brandon Bailey Johnson, The Cabarets, and Stan Z. FREE. More Details
Music Under the Stars – An evening of music and dancing under the stars with Magic!, best known for the #1 hit "Rude." Sunday at Cohen Stadium, 9700 Gateway North. Admission is FREE. More Details
FAMILY ACTIVITIES
Family Dollar Day at Western Playland – Take in the 30+ rides for cheap. $1 admission, ride tickets and snacks on Friday, 7 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., 1249 Futurity Dr., Sunland Park, NM, across from Sunland Park Racetrack & Casino. Admission $1. More Details
City Spray Parks – 8 neighborhood park spray pads (1 in each city district) each with approximately 15-30 water features and shaded picnic areas. All FREE to use and open to the public daily from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. More Details
City of El Paso Swimming Pools – The city’s outdoor and indoor aquatic facilities are open for recreational swimming. Hours vary by location. Admission is $1-$2. More Details
Wet N Wild Waterworld – El Paso’s 60-acre water park features more than 20 rides and attractions, and the largest wave pool in Texas. 8804 South Desert Boulevard, Anthony, Texas. 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. More Details
Western Playland Amusement Park – 30+ rides and games for all ages. Open 7 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Friday, 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday, 1249 Futurity Dr., Sunland Park, NM, across from Sunland Park Racetrack & Casino. Prices vary. More Details
MOVIE SERIES
Free Movie Saturday at the International Museum of Art – Monsters, Inc. will be screened at 2 p.m. Saturday in the auditorium of the International Museum of Art, 1211 Montana Ave. Admission is FREE. More Details
El Paso County Presents Parks After Sunset - Bring the whole family, a blanket and chairs, and spend the evening watching Cars. 7 p.m. FREE. Saturday at Gallegos Park in Canutillo. More Details
City of Socorro Movies Under the Stars – Ghostbusters (2016) under the stars, weather permitting. Saturday 7 p.m. at Bulldog Championship Park in Socorro. Admission is FREE. More Details
Horizon City Movies in the Park – Sing! screened in the park, weather permitting. Saturday, 8 p.m. at Corcoran Park. FREE admission. More Details
Summer of Love Brunch Series at Alamo Drafthouse - Sunday morning screenings featuring the greatest romantic films of all time. Ticket includes brunch and a glass of wine. This week's movie is Walk the Line. Movie starts at 11 a.m. More Details
FARMER’S MARKETS/ ARTS & CRAFTS:
Farmer’s Market at Ardovino’s Desert Crossing – The “producers only” market features area farmers, backyard gardeners and artisans selling fresh produce, honey, fresh-baked breads, salsas and other small-batch foodstuffs. Saturday 7:30 a.m. to 12 noon. FREE entry. More Details
Downtown Artist and Farmers Market – Artisan market highlights regionally grown agricultural products and original arts and crafts, as well entertainment featuring local artists, food vendors and free activities. Saturday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. FREE to get in and FREE parking in the Anthony Street Parking lot. More Details
La Viña Winery Sunday Market – Dog and kid-friendly farmer’s market featuring farm fresh, local produce. Live entertainment on the patio. Sunday 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