El Paso Weekend Events – Spooktacular + More

Here’s what’s going on in and around El Paso this weekend, October 17 – October 19, 2014. Some events are free, some will cost you a few bucks:

FRIDAY:

El Paso Home and Garden Fall Show – Find the latest in products and services from builders, contractors, and vendors for your home and yard. 2 to 7 p.m. at the Judson F. Williams Convention Center, Downtown. Admission varies. More Details

‘Maze of Madness’ Haunted House - There’s one way win, and three creepy ways out! Which spine-tingling way will you choose? Not recommended for the easily frightened. 6 to 11 p.m. at 1323 N. Lee Treviño. Admission is $12. More Details

La Union Corn Maze – The 14 acre cornfield maze features a farm animal corral, cow train, pedal cars and other family activities, plus tractor-pulled wagon rides to the pumpkin patch, concessions, and a mini-maze for the kids. Open 5 to 10 p.m. Highway 28 in La Union, N.M., next to Zin Valle Winery. Admission prices vary, discounts and group rates available. More Details

Massacre on Marshall Road Haunted House – “The fright of your life” awaits at The Trading Post on Ft. Bliss, 1717 Marshall Road across from Freedom Crossing. 6-10 p.m. Admission is $5. 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 – 11 p.m. FREE. This week, Prime (classic and current rock).

UTEP Dinner Theatre Presents ‘Footloose’ – Based on the classic 1980s movie that starred Kevin Bacon, the musical showcases its Oscar and Tony-nominated Top-40 score, including the hit songs ‘Let’s Hear it For The Boy,” “Almost Paradise” and “Footloose.” Show time is 7 p.m., 2nd Floor UTEP’s Union Building West. Tickets prices vary. More Details

UTEP’s Get Reel Film Series – Get Reel (previously Cinema Novo) presents independent and educational films as well as blockbuster movies for as little as $1. Tonight’s movie is “Maleficent”. 7 p.m., UTEP Union Cinema, 500 W. University. Admission is $1 – $2. More Details

Haunted ‘Terror Trail’ and ‘Zombie Adventure’ – WinkeyDoodles Paintball Adventures transforms into a two-acre haunted house at night. This year you’ll also be able to hunt down and shoot Zombies. 7:30 p.m.-11:45 p.m. at WinkeyDoodles Paintball Adventures, 401 Anthony, in Canutillo. Tickets are $15 Terror Trail, $12 zombie adventure, $22 for a Combo ticket. More Details

El Paso Playhouse Presents ‘Dangerous Liaisons’ – El Paso’s longest running Community Theater presents the drama based upon a play by Christopher Hampton. The story revolves around a French marquis and viscount who use sex as a weapon of humiliation and degradation, all the while enjoying their cruel games. Showtime is 8 p.m. at the El Paso Playhouse, 2501 Montana. Ticket prices vary. More Details

SATURDAY:

Farmer’s 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. 7:30 a.m. to noon. FREE admission. (575) 589-0653, ext. 3

Mayapán Market – Locally and naturally grown produce, and Mexican fair-trade artworks are spotlighted. 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Café Mayapán, 2000 Texas. FREE admission. 217-1126

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 Home and Garden Fall Show – Find the latest in products and services from builders, contractors, and vendors for your home and yard. Special appearance today by aquarium designers and stars of Animal Planet’s “Tanked,” Wayde King and Brett Raymer. 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Judson F. Williams Convention Center, Downtown. Admission varies. More Details

Spooktacular - El Paso’s largest indoor Halloween children’s carnival sponsored by The Junior Woman’s Club, featuring live entertainment, hands-on activities, and vendors. 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the El Paso County Coliseum, 4100 E. Paisano. Ticket prices vary. More Details

Freedom Crossing Family Play Date – The fun begins at 10 a.m. with a showing of “Planet 51” at the Grand Theatre. FREE tickets for the first 228 guests, $3.50, all ages, thereafter and include a kid’s size popcorn and soda. Beginning at 11:00 a.m. FREE activities will be available by the Play Area. More Details

Southwest Horrorfest - Horror fans will be treated to live bands, vendors, a skateboard competition, various costume contests, and a Halloween party in the evening. Gates open at 10 am, 108 E San Antonio. Admission is $20. More Details

Concordia Cemetery Walk Through History – Take a walk through the cemetery and learn all about the iconic graveyard’s history. The annual “living” tour consists of re-enactors in period costumes sharing stories of the past, plus gunfight reenactments staged throughout the day by Six Guns & Shady Ladies. Salt River Regulators from Arizona and the Wild Bunch from Las Cruces will also perform. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Concordia Cemetery, 3700 E. Yandell. Admission prices vary. More Details

La Union Corn Maze – The 14 acre cornfield maze features a farm animal corral, cow train, pedal cars and other family activities, plus tractor-pulled wagon rides to the pumpkin patch, concessions, and a mini-maze for the kids. Open 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Highway 28 in La Union, N.M., next to Zin Valle Winery. Admission prices vary, discounts and group rates available. More Details

El Paso’s Corn Maze – The 10-acre cornfield maze features a pumpkin patch, Kiddie Maze, cow train, pedal cars, food trucks and more. Open 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at 1100 Old Hueco Tanks Road, south of Interstate 10 at Exit 35 (Eastlake). Admission prices vary, group rates available. More Details

Mesilla Valley Maze & Family Fun Farm – The cornfield maze and pumpkin patch also offers a mini maze for the kids, pedal cars, slides, and a country store with food and gift items. Food, snacks, and drinks available. Hours are 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at 3855 W. Picacho, Las Cruces. Admission prices vary, discounts and group rates available. More Details

‘Maze of Madness’ Haunted House - There’s one way win, and three creepy ways out! Which spine-tingling way will you choose? Not recommended for the easily frightened. 6 to 11 p.m. at 1323 N. Lee Treviño. Admission is $12. More Details

Massacre on Marshall Road Haunted House – “The fright of your life” awaits at The Trading Post on Ft. Bliss, 1717 Marshall Road across from Freedom Crossing. 6-10 p.m. Admission is $5. More Details

Creedence Clearwater Revisited – Original CCR members Stu Cook and Doug “Cosmo” Clifford perform all ages concert. Doors open at 6 p.m. at Socorro Entertainment Center, 11200 Santos Sanchez. Tickets are $10. More Details

UTEP Dinner Theatre Presents ‘Footloose’ – Based on the classic 1980s movie that starred Kevin Bacon, the musical showcases its Oscar and Tony-nominated Top-40 score, including the hit songs ‘Let’s Hear it For The Boy,” “Almost Paradise” and “Footloose.” Show time is 7 p.m., 2nd Floor UTEP’s Union Building West. Tickets prices vary. More Details

Haunted ‘Terror Trail’ and ‘Zombie Adventure’ – WinkeyDoodles Paintball Adventures transforms into a two-acre haunted house at night. This year you’ll also be able to hunt down and shoot Zombies. 7:30 p.m.-11:45 p.m. at WinkeyDoodles Paintball Adventures, 401 Anthony, in Canutillo. Tickets are $15 Terror Trail, $12 zombie adventure, $22 for a Combo ticket. More Details

Hollywood Nights at The Fountains at Farah – Watch a kid-friendly Hollywood blockbuster under the stars in the Promenade Amphitheater at The Fountains at Farah. 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m., weather permitting. FREE. Tonight, “Casper”. Bring your lawn chairs or blankets, complimentary water bottles and popcorn will be served. More Details

El Paso Playhouse Presents ‘Dangerous Liaisons’ – El Paso’s longest running Community Theater presents the drama based upon a play by Christopher Hampton. The story revolves around a French marquis and viscount who use sex as a weapon of humiliation and degradation, all the while enjoying their cruel games. Showtime is 8 p.m. at the El Paso Playhouse, 2501 Montana. Ticket prices vary. More Details

SUNDAY

Spooktacular - El Paso’s largest indoor Halloween children’s carnival sponsored by The Junior Woman’s Club, featuring live entertainment, hands-on activities, and vendors. 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the El Paso County Coliseum, 4100 E. Paisano. Ticket prices vary. More Details

El Paso Home and Garden Fall Show – Find the latest in products and services from builders, contractors, and vendors for your home and yard. Special appearance today by aquarium designers and stars of Animal Planet’s “Tanked,” Wayde King and Brett Raymer. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Judson F. Williams Convention Center, Downtown. Admission varies. More Details

Mission Trail Art Market – The open-air market features arts and crafts, music, and the ‘Billy The Kid Breakout Show’ by The Pistoleros De San Elizario re-enactors. 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. at Veteran’s Memorial Plaza, 1500 Main in San Elizario. FREE admission. More Details

Mesilla Valley Maze & Family Fun Farm – The cornfield maze and pumpkin patch also offers a mini maze for the kids, pedal cars, slides, and a country store with food and gift items. Food, snacks, and drinks available. Hours are 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at 3855 W. Picacho, Las Cruces. Admission prices vary, discounts and group rates available. More Details

La Union Corn Maze – The 14 acre cornfield maze features a farm animal corral, cow train, pedal cars and other family activities, plus tractor-pulled wagon rides to the pumpkin patch, concessions, and a mini-maze for the kids. Open noon to 6 p.m. Highway 28 in La Union, N.M., next to Zin Valle Winery. Admission prices vary discounts and group rates available. More Details

El Paso’s Corn Maze – The 10-acre cornfield maze features a pumpkin patch, Kiddie Maze, cow train, pedal cars, food trucks and more. Open noon to 6 p.m. at 1100 Old Hueco Tanks Road, south of Interstate 10 at Exit 35 (Eastlake). Admission prices vary, group rates available. More Details

UTEP Dinner Theatre Presents ‘Footloose’ – Based on the classic 1980s movie that starred Kevin Bacon, the musical showcases its Oscar and Tony-nominated Top-40 score, including the hit songs ‘Let’s Hear it For The Boy,” “Almost Paradise” and “Footloose.” Show time 1:30 p.m., 2nd Floor UTEP’s Union Building West. Tickets prices vary. More Details

El Paso Playhouse Presents ‘Dangerous Liaisons’ – El Paso’s longest running Community Theater presents the drama based upon a play by Christopher Hampton. The story revolves around a French marquis and viscount who use sex as a weapon of humiliation and degradation, all the while enjoying their cruel games. Showtime is 2 p.m. at the El Paso Playhouse, 2501 Montana. Ticket prices vary. More Details

‘Maze of Madness’ Haunted House - There’s one way win, and three creepy ways out! Which spine-tingling way will you choose? Not recommended for the easily frightened. 6 to 11 p.m. at 1323 N. Lee Treviño. Admission is $12. More Details

Haunted ‘Terror Trail’ and ‘Zombie Adventure’ – WinkeyDoodles Paintball Adventures transforms into a two-acre haunted house at night. This year you’ll also be able to hunt down and shoot Zombies. 7:30 to 9:45 p.m. at WinkeyDoodles Paintball Adventures, 401 Anthony, in Canutillo. Tickets are $15 Terror Trail, $12 zombie adventure, $22 for a Combo ticket. More Details

Heart – Rock and Roll Hall of Famers Ann and Nancy Wilson, who have rocked the music world for over three decades, rock the Abraham Chavez Theatre. 7:30 p.m. Ticket prices vary. More Details