EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- Ready to have a pup-tacular weekend filled with tail wags, good music and adventure? KTSM 9 News' Que Pasa has checked off all those boxes with these events happening across the Borderland!
"Juntos Otra Vez" Little Flower Catholic Church Kermes
We continue with the Kermes season with our next celebration at Little Flower Catholic Church! The fun will be all weekend long, starting at 5 p.m. at 171 Polo Inn Rd. Guests can expect music, family games, food, prizes and so much more!
El Paso Chihuahuas vs. Salt Lake Bees
The Chihuahuas will continue their homestand this weekend vs. the Salt Lake Bees, the affiliate of the Angels. You can catch all the action at cozy Southwest University Park!
Electronic artist and producer Zhu will make a stop in El Paso for his Zhu: On the Move tour, bringing his immersive audiovisual production and underground dance beats! Doors open at 9 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 14 at The Elmont. Tickets start at $62 for GA and $101 for VIP.
The Consequences Band at Deadbeach Brewery
The high desert cosmic Americana band The Consequences is ready to jam out and serenade you with their multi-genre mixture of songs. Enjoy good food and good music from 7:30 to 10 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 14 at Deadbeach Brewery. Admission is free.
Ready for a night of drama, laughs and a whole lot of pink with these performances of Mean Girls Jr.! Doors open at 6 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 14 and at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 15 at the Rio Grande Theatre. You can't sit with us...unless you have a ticket, which goes for $15. Guests are encouraged to wear pink to show school spirit.
Patio Chats: "El Camino Real Trail" with Oona
Enjoy the scenic view and make some new friends with Patio Chats: "El Camino Real Trail" with Oona! The event kicks off at 6 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 14 at the A.B. Cox Visitor Center & Native Plant Garden at Dripping Springs Natural Area. All programs are free to attend, but guests have to pay a $5 vehicle fee. Guests are also encouraged to bring their own camp chair.
KTSM is continuing our Clear the Shelters campaign with a puppy adoption event! The free event will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 15 at Household Furniture, located at 6601 S. Desert Blvd. In addition to the waived adoption fee, there will also be free microchipping from 10 a.m. to noon.
Nationwide 'Clear the Shelters' campaign kicks off in El Paso
Witches, wizards and everything magical in between, grab your broomsticks and fly over to the Harry Potter Festival! Step into a world of magic from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 15, in Fort Bliss, at the corner of Cassidy and Marshall Road. Guests can expect local vendors, face painting, magical DIYs and a selfie station where you can rep your Hogwarts House! Entry is free but civilians must purchase a Community Access Pass to enter Fort Bliss.
915 Cards & Collectibles Hobby Havoc
915 Cards & Collectibles returns to the Coliseum for more cards, more collectibles and more fun with their Hobby Havoc! The event is scheduled from noon to 7 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 15. Entry is free, but guests have to pay $5 for parking.
Enjoy a night of spooky movies and scary monsters with the Horror Art Show & Market! The bloody fun will be from 6 to 11 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 15 at the El Paso County Coliseum. Guests can expect a variety of vendors, food and horror trivia. Movies start at 8 p.m. and you can bring your own lawn chair or blanket!
Shop local in the heart of El Paso at The Market EP! Grab all of your favorite goods from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 15 in San Jacinto Plaza. Outside of the dozens of vendors, guests can also enjoy live music!
Step back in time and explore the historic copper prospecting mines with this Lantern-Lit Copper Mine Tour! The experience starts at 8 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 15, and participants will meet at the West Cottonwood Springs Trailhead in the Tom Mays unit. A park ranger will show you a "turn-of-the-century guide" on the old mine shafts in the Franklin Mountains. Due to the size of the mine, only 14 participants are allowed per tour.
To reserve your spot, you can call 915-444-9121.
If you can't make it to the lantern tour, don't worry! The Franklin Mountains State Park also has a Prospect Mine Tour for those who want a less spooky experience. The tour kicks off at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 15, and guests will meet at the Visitors Center in the Tom Mays Unit. There is a capacity of 10 people for the tour.
To reserve your spot, call 915-444-9100.
Enjoy a nice cup of tea in one of El Paso's most iconic landmarks! High Tea at The Dome Bar will be from 2 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 15 at the Hotel Paso Del Norte. The event offers an authentic and rich tea-drinking experience with a variety of loose-leaf teas. Guests are encouraged to wear smart casual attire. Tickets are $35 plus gratuity.
High Tea at The Dome Bar tickets
War Eagles Air Museum: Flights and Sights
Take your next adventure to the skies with the War Eagles Air Museum Flights & Sights! Invite your family and friends to the event, from 8 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 15, for a discovery flight of a Cessna 172, 182, or Piper Archer Aircraft and get a bird's-eye view of the area. Co-pilots must be at least 8 years old, and passengers must be at least 6 years old. The experience is about 20 to 25 minutes long, and tickets are $70 for the co-pilot seat and $40 for a passenger seat.
Doggy Yoga Class: Fundraiser event for Paws of Promise
Start your morning with some yoga and puppies! Stretch, breathe and find your new furry friend during these classes, at 10:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 15 at The Yard Patio and Beer Garden. In addition to the cute puppies, all participants will be entered for a 3-day, 2-night Las Vegas hotel accommodation, door prizes and courtesy Tito's vodka. Tickets are $25.
Construct your own 3D scale model of the historic San Elizario Chapel! This workshop will be from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 15, at the Old County Jail Museum in San Elizario. No prior experience is needed! The event is free, but reservations are needed.
3D Mission Building reservation
Face this psychological horror thriller that blurs the lines between reality and fiction! Guests can enjoy a showing of "Anguish (1987)" at 10:30 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 15 at the Fountain Theatre. Before the film begins, a powerpoint will be shown on the movie's history, cultural context and behind-the-scenes trivia!
Las Cruces Museum of Nature and Science Seventh Annual Bug Fest
Did you know there are over 10 QUINTILLION insects alive on Earth at any given time? Learn all about insects and more at the Seventh Annual Bug Fest! The free event will be from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 15 at the Museum of Nature and Science. Guests can get an up-close look at bugs from all over the world, enjoy fun hands-on activities and even eat a bug!
This event is BYOV: Bring Your Own Vinyl at the Beats & Brews Vinyl Night! Bring your own records and sign up to play your tracks, hang out, grab a drink and vibe the night away! Music begins at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 15 at Truth or Consequences Brewery in Las Cruces. Time slots are assigned on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Santana & The Doobie Brothers - Oneness Tour
Carlos Santana returns to the Sun City in nearly 40 years with his Oneness Tour! The show, co-headlined by the Doobie Brothers, will kick off at 7 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 16 at the Don Haskins Center. Fans can expect hits such as "Black Magic Woman" and "Oye Como Va."
Santana & The Doobie Brothers - Oneness Tour tickets
Learn how to make your own solar oven that uses recycled materials and the hot El Paso temperatures! The workshop starts at 11 a.m. on Sunday, Aug. 16 at the Visitors Center in the Franklin Mountains State Park. Once you learn how to make your own solar oven, you will then make your lunch! Cooking utensils, ingredients and solar oven supplies will be provided. The max capacity for this workshop is 10.
To reserve your spot, you can call 915-444-9100.
Celebrate International Orangutan Day at the El Paso Zoo! The celebration will be from noon to 1 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 16 and guests will get to learn about the apes who call El Paso home and orangutan conservation. Did you know there are fewer than 14,000 Sumatran orangutans left in the wild, and they are classified as critically endangered?
Latin Jazz Project at Mesilla Valley Jazz and Blues Society
Enjoy an evening of soulful music performed by members of the Latin Jazz Project with the Mesilla Valley Jazz & Blues Society! Join members at 6:30 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 16 at Alma d'Arte Charter High School for a night of music, social and snacks, but don't forget to bring one to share! General admission tickets are $10 for non-members.
Craft & Sip: Glass Etching Workshop
Raise a glass to this new skill! Learn how to transform an ordinary glass into a one-of-a-kind gem with the Craft & Sip workshop! The event will be from 2 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 16 at Rio Grande Vineyard and Winery. Learn the basics of glass etching and apply your skills to personalize two stemless wine glasses! Tickets are $45 and include all materials needed.
Glass Etching Workshop tickets
Losita Productions presents Sunshine Pumpers CD Release Party
Jam out with El Paso's own Sunshine Pumpers at their CD Release Party! The fun kicks off at 8 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 20 at Star City Studios, located at 120 W. Castellano. Tickets for the event are $40.
To reserve your spot at this event, call 575-640-2442.
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