EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — October is in full swing, just without the matching temperatures and fall leaves! KTSM 9’s Que Pasa brings you this weekend’s exciting events, featuring big tops, chaotic wrestling and hearty cowboy dinners! Let’s get right into the funtivities!
Las Cruces Home Expo
Turn your home vision into a reality at the Las Cruces Home Expo! This free event will run from Friday, Oct. 16 through Sunday, Oct. 18 at the Las Cruces Convention Center. Attendees can check out the latest home trends, meet with local and national vendors, gather new ideas for your new project and save big!
In the Time of the Butterflies
Join UTEP’s Department of Theatre and Dance as they perform the extraordinary story of “In the Time of the Butterflies,” based on the novel by Julia Alvarez. UTEP will perform the play on Oct. 14, 15, 16 and 18. On all days but Oct. 18, the performance will begin at 7:30 p.m.; on Sunday, it will begin at 2 p.m. Witness the Mirabal sisters’ courage as they risk everything in the midst of Rafael Trujillo’s dictatorship in the Dominican Republic. The production explores the unbreakable bond of sisterhood, the cost of resistance and the enduring pursuit of freedom.
‘In the Time of the Butterflies’ tickets
UTEP presents ‘In the Time of the Butterflies’ during Hispanic Heritage Month
Next Stage Theatre Company presents ‘Frankenstein’
Experience Mary Shelley’s sci-fi horror classic, “Frankenstein,” this weekend! Performances are scheduled for7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 16 and Saturday, Oct. 17 at 1340 Murchison Dr. The production explores the deep underlying tones of the infamous story: ambition, responsibility, creation, fear, rejection, isolation and obsession. Tickets are $15 for general admission, and $10 for military, seniors and children.
El Paso Symphony Orchestra: “Heaven on Earth”
Experience this heavenly piece performed by the El Paso Symphony Orchestra! “Heaven on Earth” will be performed at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 16 and Saturday, Oct. 17 at the Plaza Theatre. Prior to the show, join EPSO for opening notes with Nathan Black for insights on the program at 6:30 p.m. in the Philanthropy Theatre.
El Paso Symphony Orchestra: “Heaven on Earth” tickets
Vibrant Visions Art Show
Prepare to be inspired with this dual multi-artist collaboration, Vibrant Visions Art Show! Over 20 artists will showcase their work for free at the Sunset Parlor on Friday, Oct. 16 and Saturday, Oct. 17, from 5 to 9 p.m. Walk through two historic spaces to experience a variety of art that you don’t want to miss!
Foreigner: Celebrating 50 Years
To celebrate 50 years of the iconic rock band Foreigner, the original members are assembling again for this milestone tour. The music group, most well known for their hits, “I Want to Know What Love Is,” “Juke Box Hero,” “Waiting for a Girl Like You,” and so much more, will kick off its show in the Sun City at 8 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 16 at the Abraham Chavez Theatre.
Foreigner: Celebrating 50 Years tickets
Fall Into The Rhythm – An Autumn Friday Social
Step into a new season with your dancing shoes at this Fall Into The Rhythm salsa celebration! The event will be from 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 16 at 7220 N. Mesa St. Kick off the night with a salsa lesson from 9 to 10 p.m., and then dance the night away! It’s a $15 cover, but guests can enjoy a nice fall-themed cocktail, birthday celebrations and giveaways! The event is also BYOB.
Quality Object Grand Opening
A new shop is opening its doors in the Sun City this weekend! Join Quality Objects for their grand opening from 5 to 9 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 16 at 3801 Frutas Ave., Suite C. Shoppers can find their next ceramics, antique textiles, clothing, niche perfumes, home goods and art from independent local studios and internationally!
Silent Auction to Benefit ‘I’m Almost Home Animal Rescue and Kitty Tales Rescue’
Find your next fur-ever friend with the annual “I’m Almost Home Animal Rescue and Kitty Tales Rescue” silent auction. The event will be from Friday, Oct. 16 through Sunday, Oct. 18 at Mesa Vista Winery, located at 3200 Highway 28 in Anthony, New Mexico. If you can’t adopt, donations will also be accepted by both rescue organizations!
Silent Auction at Mesa Vista Winery
Historic Mesquite Street Wagon Tour
Explore and learn the history of Mesquite with this wagon tour! This event begins at 2 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 16 starting at the Old Dona Ana County Courthouse, located at 251 West Amador. Once you hop onto the wagon, its all history from here as you learn about the old Camino Real Trail, Mesquite Historical District and the murals across the route.
Historic Mesquite Street Wagon Tour tickets
Nightlife of the Desert: An Evening Event at the Chihuahuan Desert Nature Park
Get to know the Chihuahuan Desert’s dark side with Nightlife of the Desert! This family-friendly event will take place from 6 to 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 16 at Asombro’s outdoor classroom at the Chihuahuan Desert Nature Park, located at 56501 N. Jornada Rd. Attendees can enjoy crafts, hands-on activitites, meet a live raptor and talk with an expert, make a bat mask, enjoy a view of the moon through a telescope and so much more! While the event is free, donations are appreciated.
Nightlife of the Desert at the Chihuahuan Desert Nature Park
Circus Golden Star
Step into a world of wonder, magic and dreams under the Big Top at Circus Golden Star! The production will have multiple shows from Saturday, Oct. 17 through Monday, Oct. 19 at The Shoppes at Solana. Tickets are available starting at $25 for children and $30 for adults.
32nd Annual Hueco Tanks Community Fair
Celebrate nature and cultural heritage at the 32 Annual Hueco Tanks Community Fair! The free event will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 17 and Sunday, Oct. 18 at Hueco Tanks State Park and Historic Site. Visitors can enjoy educational exhibits, hands-on activities, local food vendors, guided rock climbing with guides, pictograph tours, hikes and more!
32nd Annual Hueco Tanks Community Fair
El Paso Locomotive FC vs. Sacramento Republic FC
Cheer on your El Paso Locomotive as they take on Sacramento Republic FC in the first round of the UIL Championship playoffs! The game kicks off at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 17 at Southwest University Park.
Roller Derby: El Paso vs. Albuquerque Gold Rush
Gear up for this desert rivalry double header! Your El Paso Pistol Whipers and Pistoleros take on Albuquerque Gold Rush in a double header on Saturday, Oct. 17 at Nations Tobin Recreational Center. The first matchup kicks off at 6 p.m. but doors open at 5 p.m. Tickets are $15 at the door, and $10 for active military, kids 10 and under are free.
Halloween BBQ Market
Get your boots on for this Halloween BBQ Mega Market event! The market will be from 2 to 8 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 17 at the El Paso County Coliseum. Guests can enjoy live music featuring Mack Henry, local vendors, BBQ competition, costumes and games, family fun and good ol’ Country western vibes. Entry into the market is free.
Brew at the Zoo
Raise a glass to wildlife conservation with the El Paso Zoo’s 21-year and older event, Brew at the Zoo. This Halloween-themed night will be from 7 to 11 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 17. Guests can enjoy a night filled with craft beer, live music, animal experiences and after-hours fun. In addition to all the fun, guests are encouraged to wear their favorite costumes. tickets are still available.
Carn-Evil 2: Live Pro Wrestling
Experienve some hard-hitting wrestling with Nation of Wrestling: CarnEvil 2. The event will be from 5 to 8 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 17 at 4808 Alameda Ave. Guests can expect a night of chaos, grudges and unforgettable action!
5th Annual El Paso 24 HR Play Festival
Creativity is being pushed to the max with the 5th Annual El Paso 24 HR Play Festival! Attendees can see 7 brand new plays starting at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 17 at the Delgado Legacy Center, located at 1540 E. San Antonio St. Over 60 artists will be randomily paired to produce, write, direct, act and perform a brand new 15 minute play was created in 24 hours. Don’t miss out on this unique event!
5th Annual El Paso 24 HR Play Festival tickets
SkyFiesta
Get ready to soar in Las Cruces’ SkyFiesta! The air festival is slated from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 17 at the Las Cruces International Airport. Guests an enjoy air races, air shows, an expo and more! Free parking and bus shuttles will be available.
3rd Annual Fun Run Casa Lucerito
Move with purpose with the Casa Lucerito’s 3rd Annual Fun Run! Bring awareness to mental health with this 5/10K run, starting at 8 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 17 at Llorona Park. Whether your running, walking or cheering from the side, your ticket helps fun trauma-informed women’s programs!
Art on the Range: Chuckwagon Dinner
Experience an evening celebrating art, history and American West heritage at the New Mexico Farm and Ranch Museum’s Art at the Range event. The fundraising dinner will be from 5 to 9 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 17 at 4100 Dripping Springs Rd. Guests can enjoy an authentic Chuckwagon Dinner, as well as live western music, presentations, campfire stories and a few suprises.
Trinity Site Open House
Learn about the Trinity Site with its monthly Open House. The site will be open from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 17 at White Sands National Park. The site closes promplty at 3:30 p.m. Visitors can take a quarter mile walk to ground zerio where the world’s first atomic bomb was tested.
Late Night Movie: ‘Jennifer’s Body’
Keep the spooky vibes going with this showing of cult classic, “Jennifer’s Body” with Mesilla Valley Film Society’s Night School! Watch the 2009 classic back on the big screen at 10:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 17 at the Fountain Theatre. Tickets are $8, and attendees can enjoy a pre-show featuring trivia and prizes.
Night School: ‘Jennifer’s Body’ tickets
“The Day the Music Died – The Story of Don McLean’s American Pie”
Learn and experience the deeper movement behind one of rock’s mos iconic hits with the showing of “The Day the Music Died – The Story of Don McLean’s American Pie”. The event will begin at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 17 at the Rio Grande Theatre. Prior to the showing of the film, guests will see a special intriduction from Don McLean and a Q&A session with the filmmakers.
The Day the Music Died: Special Screening w/ Special Guests
Taylor Talks: A History of Witchcraft in New Mexico
Join the Taylor-Mesilla Historic Site for this spooky presentation about Brujeria, or witchcraft, in New Mexico. The free history lession will be from 1:30 to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 17 at the Mesilla Community Center. In the presentation, state historian Rob Martinez will talk about brujeria and hechiceria and why such beliefs persist in New Mexico.
A History of Witchcraft in Mexico
Theresa Caputo Live: The Experience
Theresa Caputo, a psychic, is bringing her talents to the Sun City. Her show, Teresa Caputo Live: The Experience, begins at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 18 at the Plaza Theatre. She will talk about her personal life stories, candid humor and intiamte details about her gift and show that our passed loved ones are still with us, just in a different way.
Theresa Caputo Live: The Experience tickets
Yandel: SINFÓNICO
Legendary reggaton artist Yandel is making a stop in El Paso for his Sinfónico tour! The show kicks off at 8 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 18 at the Don Haskins Center.
Be Like Blippi Tour
Kids and family, get ready to move, play and explore with the Be Like Blippi Tour! His live show kicks off at 2 p..m on Sunday, Oct. 18 at the Abraham Chavez Theatre. Join Blippi and Meekah for their high-energy live show packed with music, laughter, and surprises! Kids can also sing along to fan-favorites like “The Excavator Song,” “Monster Truck,” “Dino Dance,” and “Curious Like Me.”
A Night of Sense & Sensibility at La Perla
Enjoy an evening of drama and romance, themed around Jane Austen’s “Sense & Sensibility”! The event will be from 6 to 8 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 18 at 106 W. Mills Ave. Attendees will enjoy thematic cocktails, curated dining, trivia and book discussion! Tickets are $80 per person.
A Night of Sense & Sensibility tickets
Paint With Ash – Gel Plate Printing Workshop
Learn a new hobby with this Gel Plate Printing workshop! This art workshop will be from 2 to 5 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 18 at the Art Junction, located at 500 W. Paisano Dr. Tickets are $40 and include all materials needed.
Gel Plate Printing Workshop tickets
Sunday Sunrise Hike – WEAR PINK
Join We Hike for this special Sunday Sunrise Hike! The Breast Cancer Awareness hike will begin at 6:30 a.m. on Sunday, Oct. 18 with the trek begining at Chuck Heinrich Memorial Park. The free event is open to all hikers of all experiences and participants ar encouraged to wear pink for this trek!
Leather Traveler’s Notebook Workshop
Create your own refillable leather notebook with this workshop! The event will be from 1 to 3 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 18 at Aseembly Craft Studio, located at 1730 Tierra de Mesilla, Suite 6. Tickets are $49 and include all materials needed. Participants will learn the basics of working with leather and the notebook system. No experience is needed!