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Usher performs during a Prince tribute at the 62nd annual Grammy Awards in Los Angeles on Jan. 26, 2020, left, and Chris Brown performs at the BET Awards in Los Angeles on June 25, 2017. (AP Photo)<\/p>\n
Usher and Chris Brown<\/p>\n
R&B artists Usher and Chris Brown are scheduled to bring their co-headlining tour to El Paso later this year with a performance at Sun Bowl Stadium. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster.<\/p>\n
When: 8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 3<\/p>\n
Where: Sun Bowl Stadium, 2701 Sun Bowl Drive<\/p>\n
Cost: $133-$631<\/p>\n
Information: ticketmaster.com<\/a><\/p>\n \u2018Where It Began: Civil Rights & the El Paso Branch of the NAACP\u2019<\/p>\n The El Paso Museum of History and NAACP El Paso Branch Unit 6175 will present a pop-up exhibition exploring the history of the organization and Black El Pasoans\u2019 fight for civil rights. Opening in conjunction with the 2026 NAACP State Convention in El Paso, the exhibition highlights figures including Dr. Lawrence A. Nixon, a founding member of the El Paso branch who challenged discriminatory voting laws in Texas.<\/p>\n H\u00e9roes del Futuro<\/p>\n Lucha libre stars Blue Demon Jr. and El Paso\u2019s Cinta de Oro will headline H\u00e9roes del Futuro, a family-friendly professional wrestling event benefiting the Boys & Girls Clubs of El Paso. Presented by Cinta de Oro Promotions, the event will feature championship matches, women\u2019s wrestling and tag-team competition, with proceeds supporting youth programs at the organization.<\/p>\n When: 6:30-9:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 3; doors open at 5:30 p.m.<\/p>\n Where: Boys & Girls Clubs of El Paso, 801 S. Florence St.<\/p>\n Cost: $25-$100; fees may apply<\/p>\n Information: cintadeoropromotions.com<\/a><\/p>\n Hal Marcus Art Foundation Launch Gala<\/p>\n The Hal Marcus Art Foundation will celebrate its official launch with a dinner gala at the late El Paso artist\u2019s home and mosaic garden. The evening will feature a plant-based dinner by Desert Bloom Catering and live entertainment presented by Sunset Parlor, with proceeds supporting efforts to preserve Marcus\u2019 home and garden as a cultural museum, fund public art and mentor young Borderland artists.<\/p>\n When: 6:30-9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 3<\/p>\n Where: Sunset Parlor, 1307 N. Oregon St.<\/p>\n Cost: $77<\/p>\n Information: halmarcus.com\/foundation<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n Rocking the Rez Pow Wow<\/p>\n The 15th annual Rocking the Rez Pow Wow will celebrate Native American culture and community with two days of traditional song, drumming and dance at Ysleta del Sur Pueblo. The weekend also will feature arts and crafts, food and other vendors, along with live entertainment.<\/p>\n Mexican Revolution Tour<\/p>\n The Tom Lea Institute will host a free walking tour exploring El Paso\u2019s role in the Mexican Revolution and the Downtown sites connected to the conflict. Led by historian Bernie Sargent, the tour will examine places where revolutionaries gathered and deals were made, along with connections between the revolution, artist Tom Lea and Mexican illustrator Jos\u00e9 Cisneros. Registration is required.<\/p>\n When: 10 a.m.-noon Friday, Oct. 2<\/p>\n Where: Hotel Paso del Norte, 10 Henry Trost Court<\/p>\n Cost: Free; registration required<\/p>\n Information: tomlea.com<\/a><\/p>\n Get Your Rear In Gear \u2013 El Paso<\/p>\n The second annual Get Your Rear In Gear \u2013 El Paso will bring runners and walkers to Ascarate Park for a 5K supporting colorectal cancer awareness and local programs. Organized by the Colon Cancer Coalition, the event raises funds to provide resources and support within the El Paso community.<\/p>\n Coming Up<\/p>\n EPPM America 250 Premiere<\/p>\n El Paso Pro-Musica will present \u201cVisions of Humanity and Unity,\u201d a commissioned America 250 project featuring works by five composers inspired by the Declaration of Independence. The world premiere will feature the Arianna String Quartet, Grammy-winning cellist and EPPM Artistic Director Zuill Bailey and pianist Dominic Dousa, with the program also commemorating Beethoven\u2019s 250th anniversary.<\/p>\n When: 7:30-9:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 8<\/p>\n Where: The University of Texas at El Paso, Fox Fine Arts Recital Hall, 500 W. University Ave.<\/p>\n Cost: $25 adults; $20 seniors and military; $5 students<\/p>\n Information: 915-747-8163<\/p>\n Fall School Break Series<\/p>\n TecH2O will invite families to explore water conservation through hands-on activities, interactive education and other fall-themed discoveries during its free School Break Discovery Series. The event is designed for families and children to learn about water and conservation through activities outside the classroom.<\/p>\n When: 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Friday, Oct. 9<\/p>\n Where: TecH2O Water Resources Learning Center, 10751 Montana Ave.<\/p>\n Cost: Free<\/p>\n Information: tech2o.org<\/a><\/p>\n Mission Trail Music Festival<\/p>\n The inaugural Mission Trail Music Festival will celebrate the history, culture and communities of El Paso\u2019s Mission Valley with live music, dance and cultural performances, local vendors, interactive activities and family-friendly entertainment. The festival stretches along the historic nine-mile Mission Trail, with activities planned at several locations and opportunities to visit area restaurants, shops, galleries and historic sites.<\/p>\n When: 1-10 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 10<\/p>\n Where: Mission Trail Visitor Center, 9065 Alameda Ave.; Ysleta del Sur Pueblo Cultural Center, 305 Yaya Lane; Socorro Mission, 328 S. Nevarez Road; Licon Dairy, 11951 Glorietta Road; and San Elizario Placita, 1521 San Elizario Road<\/p>\n Cost: Free<\/p>\n Information: visitelpaso.com<\/a><\/p>\n Jewel Box Series: \u2018La Vida In\u00fatil de Pito P\u00e9rez\u2019<\/p>\n The Jewel Box Series opens its 2026-27 season with \u201cLa Vida In\u00fatil de Pito P\u00e9rez\u201d at the Philanthropy Theatre. Created by the El Paso Community Foundation in partnership with El Paso Live, the series showcases local performing arts groups in the intimate theater inside the Plaza Theatre Performing Arts Centre.<\/p>\n When: 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 11<\/p>\n Where: Philanthropy Theatre, 125 W. Mills Ave.<\/p>\n Cost: $18-$19<\/p>\n Information: elpasolive.com<\/a><\/p>\n Mark Your Calendar<\/p>\n Third Thursdays in the Downtown Arts District<\/p>\n Downtown El Paso museums, cultural institutions and other organizations will stay open later for Third Thursdays, a monthly event encouraging visitors to explore the Downtown Arts District. Participating locations offer special programming and activities, while an artisan market features local vendors, live music, food and community organizations.<\/p>\n When: 5-9 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 15<\/p>\n Where: Downtown Arts District, 1 Civic Center Plaza and participating locations<\/p>\n Cost: Free<\/p>\n Information: epmcad.org<\/a><\/p>\n Party on the Plaza: DJ Night<\/p>\n Party on the Plaza will close out its 2026 season with DJ Night at San Jacinto Plaza. Presented by GECU Federal Credit Union, the free outdoor concert series brings live music and DJs to Downtown El Paso on the third Thursday of each month from May through October.<\/p>\n When: 5-8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 15<\/p>\n Where: San Jacinto Plaza, 114 W. Mills Ave.<\/p>\n Cost: Free<\/p>\n Information: epmcad.org<\/a><\/p>\n EPSO: Heaven on Earth<\/p>\n The El Paso Symphony Orchestra will present \u201cHeaven on Earth,\u201d featuring works by Richard Strauss and Gustav Mahler under the direction of conductor Bohuslav Rattay. Soprano Meechot Marrero will join the orchestra for Strauss\u2019 \u201cFour Lieder\u201d and Mahler\u2019s Symphony No. 4, with \u201cTill Eulenspiegel\u2019s Merry Pranks\u201d also on the program.<\/p>\n When: 7:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday, Oct. 16-17; preconcert talk at 6:30 p.m.<\/p>\n Where: Plaza Theatre, 125 W. Mills Ave.<\/p>\n Cost: $22.65-$62.80<\/p>\n Information: epso.org<\/a><\/p>\n Brew at the Zoo<\/p>\n The El Paso Zoo will open after dark for its annual Brew at the Zoo, an age 21-and-older Halloween event featuring craft beer, food, live music and entertainment throughout the zoo. Costumes are encouraged, with VIP admission beginning an hour before the general event.<\/p>\n When: 7-11 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17; VIP entry at 6 p.m.<\/p>\n Where: El Paso Zoo, 4001 E. Paisano Drive<\/p>\n Cost: To be announced<\/p>\n Information: El Paso Zoo Facebook<\/a><\/p>\n El Paso Fire Fest<\/p>\n The El Paso Fire Department will host its fifth annual Fire Fest with an afternoon of demonstrations, competitions and family activities at Veterans Park. This year\u2019s \u201cBlast From the Past\u201d event will feature a helicopter landing, firefighter bucket brigade and battalion competition, firefighter chili cook-off and Fire Department loter\u00eda. Visitors can also find live music and performances, children\u2019s activities, mascots, food trucks, a farmers market and on-site vaccinations.<\/p>\n TeenTober Fest<\/p>\n El Paso Public Libraries will celebrate local teens with an evening of music, games and activities at the Judge Marquez Library. TeenTober Fest will also feature food trucks and resource booths, giving young people an opportunity to connect with local organizations and learn about programs and other opportunities related to their interests and talents.<\/p>\n 32nd Annual Hueco Tanks Community Fair<\/p>\n Hueco Tanks State Park and Historic Site will celebrate the area\u2019s natural and cultural heritage with its 32nd annual Community Fair. The family-friendly weekend will feature educational exhibits, hands-on activities, local food vendors, guided rock climbing, pictograph tours and hikes through the park.<\/p>\n When: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, Oct. 17-18<\/p>\n Where: Hueco Tanks State Park & Historic Site, 6900 Hueco Tanks Road No. 1<\/p>\n Cost: Free<\/p>\n Information: tpwd.texas.gov<\/a><\/p>\n D\u00eda de los Muertos Desfile y Festival<\/p>\n The ninth annual D\u00eda de los Muertos Desfile y Festival will transform El Paso\u2019s Downtown Arts District into a daylong celebration honoring loved ones and Mexican traditions. The free event features arts and cultural activities, community altars, local vendors, live performances and a parade showcasing about 60 floats, performers and community organizations.<\/p>\n When: Festival from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.; parade at 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24<\/p>\n Where: El Paso Downtown Arts District, Downtown El Paso<\/p>\n Cost: Free<\/p>\n Information: epmacc.org<\/a><\/p>\n Amigo Airsho<\/p>\n The Amigo Airsho returns to Biggs Army Airfield for two days of military and civilian aviation demonstrations, static aircraft displays and family activities. The 2026 lineup includes the U.S. Navy Blue Angels, U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor Demo Team, U.S. Army Golden Knights and aerobatic pilot Kirby Chambliss, along with a kids zone, STEAM exhibits, food vendors and performances by the 1st Armored Division Band.<\/p>\n When: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, Oct. 24-25<\/p>\n Where: Biggs Army Airfield, Fort Bliss<\/p>\n Cost: Tickets start at $30<\/p>\n Information: amigoairsho.com<\/a><\/p>\n Boo at the Zoo<\/p>\n Families can celebrate Halloween at the El Paso Zoo during Boo at the Zoo, featuring candy stations, Halloween-themed inflatables and opportunities for children to explore the zoo in costume. The annual event offers a family-friendly Halloween experience alongside animals from the zoo\u2019s Africa, Asia and Las Americas exhibits.<\/p>\n When: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 31<\/p>\n Where: El Paso Zoo, 4001 E. Paisano Drive<\/p>\n Cost: $13.95 adults; $10.95 teens, seniors and active-duty military or spouses; $8.95 children ages 2-12; free for children age 23 months and younger<\/p>\n Information: El Paso Zoo Facebook<\/a><\/p>\n Chihuahuan Desert Conference<\/p>\n The Fourth Chihuahuan Desert Conference will bring researchers, conservationists and other participants to the El Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens for two days focused on the region\u2019s wildlife, native plants, habitat preservation and restoration. The conference opens with an evening icebreaker Nov. 4, followed by presentations and sessions Nov. 5; registration also includes meals, refreshments and zoo admission on both days.<\/p>\n When: Wednesday-Thursday, Nov. 4-5<\/p>\n Where: El Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens, 4001 E. Paisano Drive<\/p>\n Cost: $125; registration closes Oct. 20<\/p>\n