{"id":290735,"date":"2026-05-13T05:24:17","date_gmt":"2026-05-13T05:24:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/290735\/"},"modified":"2026-05-13T05:24:17","modified_gmt":"2026-05-13T05:24:17","slug":"free-live-music-fun-at-el-pasos-cool-canyon-nights","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/290735\/","title":{"rendered":"Free live music, fun at El Paso\u2019s Cool Canyon Nights"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">EL PASO, Texas (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ktsm.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"elm:link;elmt:article_link;slk:KTSM;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" data-yga=\"{&quot;yLinkElement&quot;:&quot;context_link&quot;,&quot;yModuleName&quot;:&quot;content-canvas&quot;,&quot;yLinkText&quot;:&quot;KTSM&quot;}\" class=\"link \">KTSM<\/a>) \u2014 Townsquare Media El Paso and SMG Events announced that Cool Canyon Nights Music Series will return to El Paso for its 16th season beginning Thursday, May 14.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Presented by WestStar Bank, Cool Canyon Nights will bring live entertainment under the stars at McKelligon Canyon.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Every Thursday evening will consist of live performances on the El Paso Community College Career and Technical Education State, beginning at 6 p.m., and followed by the main stage performance at 7 p.m. inside the amphitheatre.<\/p>\n<p><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"469\" height=\"720\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"rounded-lg\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/2332d7a558dae75b2f494227e0c31f9f.jpeg\"\/><\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">The event began in 2011 and has now grown into one of the Borderland\u2019s favorite traditions, now welcoming more than 15,000 guests each season, according to officials.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Organizers said the series was created to celebrate the natural beauty of McKelligon Canyon while showcasing the incredible talent of local and regional musicians.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">This year\u2019s lineup features a diverse mix of musical styles and fan-favorite performances throughout the summer season, officials said.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">In addition to live music, attendees can enjoy featured beverages from L&amp;F Distributing, food trucks, artisan vendors, photo opportunities, and giveaways at the Labinoti Law prize tent<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">The music events are free for the public, but VIP tickets are available for guests online while supplies last.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">These tickets include reserved seating in the Babytree Surrogacy VIP lounge and amphitheater, complimentary hors d\u2019oeuvres, and a beverage during the show.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Officials said there is a clear bag policy, and encourage customers to leave purses and handbags in their cars.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Copyright 2026 Nexstar Media, Inc. 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