What To Do This Weekend in El Paso

Here’s what’s going on in and around El Paso this weekend, November 13 – November 15, 2015. Some events are free, some will cost you a few bucks:

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

Friday at the Fire – Live music by local bands set against the ambiance of the Freedom Crossing at Ft. Bliss outdoor fireplace. 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. FREE. This week, Mama Crystal and the Horns of Plenty (Funk, R&B).

Ardovino’s Desert Crossing Live Music Fridays – Relax and unwind under the stars with live music on the patio beginning at 7: 30 p.m. at Ardovino’s Desert Crossing, 1 Ardovino Dr., Sunland Park, New Mexico. Tonight, Locomotion Trio. FREE to see. More Details

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

‘The Book of Mormon’- The nine-time Tony Award® winning Best Musical from the creators of South Park. Showtime is 8:00 p.m. at at the Plaza Theatre. Ticket prices vary. More Details

SATURDAY:

Farmers 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

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 for the entire family. 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

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

Fort Bliss Holiday Bazaar – The annual bazaar features more than 100 arts and crafts vendors from around the country. 10 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Trading Post on Fort Bliss, Bldg. 1717 Marshall (at Hahn). Admission is $1. 309-0970 or 590-7202

Freedom Crossing Family Play Date – The fun begins at 10 a.m. with a showing of "Garfield" at the Grand Theatre. The first 228 get in FREE. Activities will be available from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the promenade by the play area, including art project, and photo booth. FREE. More Details

German Advent Bazaar – The traditional German Christmas fair features vendors selling handmade arts and crafts, as well as German food and drink. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Building 757 on Carter Road in Fort Bliss. Admission is FREE. 568-0259

Public Ice Skating – Whoosh around on ice skates in the area’s largest public ice skating rink. 12 noon to 3 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

‘The Book of Mormon’ - The nine-time Tony Award® winning Best Musical from the creators of South Park. Showtime is 2:00 p.m. at at the Plaza Theatre. Ticket prices vary. More Details

Brew at the Zoo - Drink beer and save wildlife. Beer tastings, live music, food trucks, and live animal presentations. 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the El Paso Zoo, 4001 E. Paisano. Ages 21 and older only. Ticket prices vary. More Details

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

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

Ardovino’s Desert Crossing Live Music Saturdays – Relax and unwind under the stars with live music on the patio beginning at 7:30 p.m. at Ardovino’s Desert Crossing, 1 Ardovino Dr., Sunland Park, New Mexico. Dennis Jay is tonight’s featured artist. FREE to see. More Details

‘The Book of Mormon’ - The nine-time Tony Award® winning Best Musical from the creators of South Park. Showtime is 8:00 p.m. at at the Plaza Theatre. Ticket prices vary. More Details

Boston Tribute Band – “Don't Look Back” pays homage to the music of Boston. 8:30 p.m. at Speaking Rock Entertainment Center, 122 S. Old Pueblo Rd. FREE 18 and older. More Details

Concordia Cemetery Ghost Tour – Learn about the history, mystery, and lore of this historic landmark. Bring your camera and see if you can capture paranormal activity inside “El Paso’s City of the Dead.” Meet at the Yandell entrance to the cemetery at 8:30 p.m. $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

Fort Bliss Holiday Bazaar – The annual bazaar features more than 100 arts and crafts vendors from around the country. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Trading Post on Fort Bliss, Bldg. 1717 Marshall (at Hahn). Admission is $1. 309-0970 or 590-7202

Mission Trail Art Market – The open-air market features local arts and crafts vendors, food vendors and entertainment. 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Veteran’s Memorial Plaza, 1500 Main in San Elizario. FREE admission. More Details

La Viña Farmers and Crafters Market – La Viña Winery hosts a dog and family-friendly farmer’s market featuring farm fresh, local produce. 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

Public Ice Skating – Whoosh around on ice skates in the area’s largest public ice skating rink. 12 noon to 3 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

Zin Valle Vineyards Free Music Sunday – Bring your family and friends, pack a picnic and enjoy the afternoon at Zin Valle Vineyards. Free wine tasting and music from Dusty Low. 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Zin Valle Vineyards, 7315 Canutillo La Union Rd., Canutillo, Tx. FREE to see. More Details

UTEP Woman’s Basketball – The Miners host Houston Baptist. Tip-off time is 2:00 p.m. at the Don Haskins Center. Tickets are $5. More Details

‘The Book of Mormon’ - The nine-time Tony Award® winning Best Musical from the creators of South Park. Showtimes today are 2:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. at the Plaza Theatre. Ticket prices vary. More Details

SunCity RollerGirls 6th Annual Season's Beatings 'Naughty vs. Nice' Bout – The all-female contact roller derby event is a fundraiser for Toys for Tots. Doors open at 5 p.m., bout starts at 6 p.m. in the El Paso County Coliseum Judging Arena, 4100 East Paisano Drive. Admission is an unwrapped toy $5 or more value, or $5. More Details

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