El Paso Weekend Events – Chalk the Block, Bliss, Brews and Que, + More
Here’s what’s going on in and around El Paso this weekend, October 10 – October 12, 2014. Some events are free, some will cost you a few bucks:
FRIDAY:
Bliss, Brews and Que – The food and music festival celebrates barbeque, music, and beer. This event is an official Kansas City Barbecue Society sanctioned competition featuring professional BBQ teams and vendors from all over the country. 5 p.m. – 11 p.m. Tonight’s performers include Sha’Vonne and the Joe Barron Band. Freedom Crossing, 1611 Haan, on Fort Bliss. Admission is FREE. 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
Chalk the Block – The outdoor art festival held throughout Downtown El Paso features local and visiting artists working on temporary chalk murals on sidewalks, plus art vendors, live music, a kid’s zone, food trucks, and more. 6 to 10 p.m. FREE admission. 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, blues, rock and country music.
Iron Boy 16: Professional Boxing – ‘Texas vs. Arizona’. 7 p.m. – 11 p.m. at the El Paso County Coliseum, 4100 E Paisano Dr. Ticket 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 "Godzilla". 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 Rhinos Hockey – El Paso’s Junior League ice hockey team hosts the Wichita Thunder. 7:30 p.m. at the Sierra Providence Events Center, next to the Coliseum, 4100 E. Paisano. 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
Rockin’ The Rez Pow Wow - Ysleta del Sur Pueblo’s annual pow wow highlighting Native American dance, song, foods, and art. Festivities begin at 11 a.m. at the Socorro Entertainment Center, 11200 Santos Sanchez, in Socorro. FREE admission. More Details
Chalk the Block – The outdoor art festival held throughout Downtown El Paso features local and visiting artists working on temporary chalk murals on sidewalks, plus art vendors, live music, a kid’s zone, food trucks, and more. 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. FREE admission. 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
Bliss, Brews and Que – The food and music festival celebrates barbeque, music, and beer. This event is an official Kansas City Barbecue Society sanctioned competition featuring professional BBQ teams and vendors from all over the country. 12 noon – 9 p.m. Today’s performers include Mainstreet, Trailer Band, and the fun and rowdy Crooks band from Austin, TX. Freedom Crossing, 1611 Haan, on Fort Bliss. Admission is FREE. More Details
UTEP Football – The Miners host Old Dominion. 6 p.m. at Sun Bowl Stadium. Ticket prices vary. 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
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, "E.T. The Extraterrestrial". Bring your lawn chairs or blankets, complimentary water bottles and popcorn will be served. More Details
El Paso Rhinos Hockey – El Paso’s Junior League ice hockey team hosts the Wichita Thunder. 7:30 p.m. at the Sierra Providence Events Center, next to the Coliseum, 4100 E. Paisano. Ticket prices vary. More Details
Concordia Cemetery Ghost Tour – Learn about the history and mystery of the historic cemetery from the Paso del Norte Paranormal Society. Bring your camera and see if you can capture activity during the group’s paranormal investigation of the historic landmark. 9 p.m. – 11 p.m. $10 per person. 915-274-9531
SUNDAY
Chalk the Block – The outdoor art festival held throughout Downtown El Paso features local and visiting artists working on temporary chalk murals on sidewalks, plus art vendors, live music, a kid’s zone, food trucks, and more. 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. FREE admission. More Details
Rockin’ The Rez Pow Wow - Ysleta del Sur Pueblo’s annual pow wow highlighting Native American dance, song, foods, and art. Festivities begin at 11 a.m. at the Socorro Entertainment Center, 11200 Santos Sanchez, in Socorro. 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 Rhinos Hockey – El Paso’s Junior League ice hockey team hosts the Wichita Thunder. 4:30 p.m. at the Sierra Providence Events Center, next to the Coliseum, 4100 E. Paisano. Ticket prices vary. 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
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