Here’s what’s going on in and around El Paso this weekend, May 15 – May 17, 2015. Some events are free, some will cost you a few bucks:

FRIDAY:

Moore’s Greater Shows Carnival – Rides, games and of course, carnival food! 6 p.m.- 11 p.m. in the Cielo Vista Mall parking lot. Admission is FREE, ride tickets are $1 or $25 for a wristband good for unlimited rides. More Details

Alfresco! Fridays – Fresh-air performances from local bands playing various genres of music. 6 p.m. on the Convention Center Plaza. FREE. Tonight, Radio La Chusma (Latin reggae). 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. Tonight, Sha'Vonne (R&B).

Public Ice Skating– Get your glide on in the area’s largest public ice skating rink. 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. in the Sierra Providence Event Center, 4100 E Paisano, behind the El Paso County Coliseum. Cost: $8, $6 Military. Admission includes skate rental. More Details

UTEP Dinner Theatre Presents ‘Mary Poppins’ – One of the most popular Disney movies of all time staged as a musical. Show time is 7 p.m., 2nd Floor UTEP’s Union Building West. Ticket prices vary. More Details

El Paso County Presents Movies by the Lake – Watch a movie under the stars and grab a bite from any (or all) of the eight food trucks. Tonight’s movie is “Pitch Perfect”. 8 p.m. at Ascarate Park, 6900 Delta. FREE ($5 per car park entrance fee). More Details

El Paso Playhouse presents ‘The Mousetrap’ – El Paso’s longest running Community Theater concludes its season with the Agatha Christie murder mystery. Showtime is 8 p.m. at the El Paso Playhouse, 2501 Montana. Ticket prices vary. More Details

SATURDAY:

Farmers 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. 9:00 a.m. to 2 p.m. FREE admission. More Details

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

Kids to Park Day at McKelligon Canyon Park - Texas Parks and Wildlife, El Paso Parks and Recreation, and the National Park Service present a fun day of outdoor activities, workshops, games, hikes, and demonstrations. 9 a.m. to Noon at McKelligon Canyon Park, 1331 McKelligon Canyon. FREE admission. More Details

Freedom Crossing Family Play Date – The fun begins at 10 a.m. with a showing of “Jimmy Neutron: Boy Genius” at the Grand Theatre. The first 228 get in FREE. Activities will be available from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the promenade by the play area, including a Jimmy Neutron spaceship art project, photo booth, face painting, balloon animals and an inflatable obstacle course. FREE. More Details

Art in the Park - The spring edition of the arts and crafts fair featuring local arts and crafts vendors, entertainment and food vendors. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Memorial Park, 3100 Copper. FREE admission. 212-0092

Wet-n-Wild Waterworld – El Paso’s 60-acre water park features more than 25 rides and attractions, and the largest wave pool in Texas. 8804 South Desert Boulevard, Anthony, Texas. Gates open 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.. Admission prices vary. More Details

Public Ice Skating– Get your glide on in the area’s largest public ice skating rink. Noon to 3 p.m. in the Sierra Providence Event Center, 4100 E Paisano, behind the El Paso County Coliseum. Cost: $8, $6 Military. Admission includes skate rental. More Details

Western Playland Amusement Park – 30+ rides and games for all ages. Open 2 p.m. to 9 p.m., 1249 Futurity Dr., Sunland Park, NM, across from Sunland Park Racetrack & Casino. Admission varies. More Details

Moore’s Greater Shows Carnival – Rides, games and of course, carnival food. 2 p.m.- 11 p.m. in the Cielo Vista Mall parking lot. Admission is FREE, ride tickets are $1 or $25 for a wristband good for unlimited rides. More Details

Miller Lite El Paso Blues & Jazz Festival - Local, regional and national acts are spotlighted. Food trucks and cold beer add to the vibe of the event dedicated to the preservation and presentation of Blues and Jazz. Performances begin at 3:30 p.m. at the Chamizal National Memorial, 800 S. San Marcial. FREE admission. More Details

The Fountains at Farah Sunset Sounds – Local and regional band perform in The Promenade at the Fountains, weather permitting, from 7pm to 9pm. Blankets and lawn chair encouraged, food and beverages available. Tonight, Broken Dime Band. More Details

Public Ice Skating– Get your glide on in the area’s largest public ice skating rink. 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. in the Sierra Providence Event Center, 4100 E Paisano, behind the El Paso County Coliseum. Cost: $8, $6 Military. Admission includes skate rental. More Details

93.1 KISS-FM Fireworks Night at El Paso Chihuahuas Baseball – El Paso’s Triple A team hosts the Fresno Grizzlies. Fireworks after the game. Game time is 7:05 p.m. Ticket prices vary. More Details

UTEP Dinner Theatre Presents ‘Mary Poppins’ – One of the most popular Disney movies of all time staged as a musical. Show time is 7 p.m., 2nd Floor UTEP’s Union Building West. Ticket prices vary. More Details

El Paso Symphony Youth Orchestra - EPSYO presents its final concert of the season. 7 p.m. Saturday, at the Plaza Theatre. Ticket prices vary. More Details

AC/DC and Metallica Tribute Bands – From Bon Scott to Brain Johnson, “Shoot to Thrill” performs AC/DC's hits, while "One" pays homage to the heavy metal sounds of Metallica. 8:00 p.m. at Speaking Rock Entertainment Center, 122 S. Old Pueblo Rd. FREE 18 and older. More Details

El Paso Playhouse presents ‘The Mousetrap’ – El Paso’s longest running Community Theater concludes its season with the Agatha Christie murder mystery. Showtime is 8 p.m. at the El Paso Playhouse, 2501 Montana. Ticket prices vary. More Details

SUNDAY:

Art in the Park - The spring edition of the arts and crafts fair featuring local arts and crafts vendors, entertainment and food vendors. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Memorial Park, 3100 Copper. FREE admission. 212-0092

Wet-n-Wild Waterworld – El Paso’s 60-acre water park features more than 25 rides and attractions, and the largest wave pool in Texas. 8804 South Desert Boulevard, Anthony, Texas. Gates open 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.. Admission prices vary. More Details

Mission Trail Art Market – The open-air market features local arts and crafts vendors, fodd vendors and entertainment. 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Veteran’s Memorial Plaza, 1500 Main in San Elizario. FREE admission. More Details

La Viña Farmers and Crafters Market – La Viña Winery hosts a dog and family-friendly farmer’s market featuring farm fresh, local produce. 12 noon to 4 p.m. at La Viña Winery, 4201 S. NM Highway 28 in La Union, N.M., one mile north of Vinton Road. More Details

Public Ice Skating – Whoosh around on ice skates in the area’s largest public ice skating rink. 12 noon to 3 p.m. in the Sierra Providence Event Center, 4100 E Paisano, behind the El Paso County Coliseum. Cost: $8, $6 Military. Admission includes skate rental. More Details

El Paso Chihuahuas Baseball – El Paso’s Triple A team hosts the Fresno Grizzlies. Game time is 1:05 p.m. Ticket prices vary. More Details

UTEP Dinner Theatre Presents ‘Mary Poppins’ – One of the most popular Disney movies of all time staged as a musical. Show time is 1:30 p.m., 2nd Floor UTEP’s Union Building West. Ticket prices vary. More Details

El Paso Playhouse presents ‘The Mousetrap’ – El Paso’s longest running Community Theater concludes its season with the Agatha Christie murder mystery. Showtime is 2 p.m. at the El Paso Playhouse, 2501 Montana. Ticket prices vary. More Details

Moore’s Greater Shows Carnival – Rides, games and of course, carnival food. 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday in the Cielo Vista Mall parking lot. Admission is FREE, ride tickets are $1 or $25 for a wristband good for unlimited rides. More Details

Western Playland Amusement Park – 30+ rides and games for all ages. Open 2 p.m. to 7 p.m., 1249 Futurity Dr., Sunland Park, NM, across from Sunland Park Racetrack & Casino. Admission varies. More Details

Miller Lite El Paso Blues & Jazz Festival - Local, regional and national acts are spotlighted. Food trucks and cold beer add to the vibe of the event dedicated to the preservation and presentation of Blues and Jazz. Performances begin at 3:30 p.m. at the Chamizal National Memorial, 800 S. San Marcial. FREE admission. More Details

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