Looking for something to do? Here's list of festivals, concerts and events held during the month of October.
Oct. 17-18
El Paso Symphony OrchestraMaestra Sarah Ioannides and the El Paso Symphony Orchestra will perform “Spanish and Latin Favorites” at 7:30 p.m. in the Plaza Theatre. Violinist Chloe Hanslip will be the guest performer. Tickets range from $11-$37. Information: (915) 532-3776
Oct. 17-19
Elephant Butte 10th anniversaryElephant Butte, the largest reservoir in New Mexico, will celebrate its 10th anniversary with an overflow of events. The celebration includes car, boat, motorcycle and 4x4 Off-Road Vehicle shows, a parade, golf tournament, live music and much more. Information: (575) 744-4411 or (575) 744-4777
Oct. 17-26
The Threepenny OperaThe UTEP Department of Theatre and Dance will present The Threepenny Opera at 8 p.m. Thursday-Saturday and 2:30 p.m. Sunday at the Wise Family Theatre. Tickets range from $8-$12. Information: (915) 747-5118 or (915) 747-5146
Oct. 18
Concordia Cemetery Walk Through HistoryEl Paso’s historical figures come to life through talks, reenactments and more at the 16th annual celebration. The event is 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the historic Concordia Cemetery, 3700 East Yandell. Donations are requested to help support the Concordia Heritage Association. Information: (915) 591-2326
Oct. 18
Dog Lovers Fair and Adoption ExtravaganzaThe Humane Society of El Paso will host the 2nd annual event from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the El Paso Saddleblanket parking lot, 6926 Gateway East. Bring your four-legged family member or pick one out at this fun and free event. Information: (915) 532-6971, ext. 15
Oct. 18-19
La Viña Harvest FestivalLa Viña Winery will host its annual celebration noon to 7 p.m. at the winery in La Union, N.M. In addition to wine, guest can enjoy live entertainment, food, arts and crafts. Tickets are $10 for adults 21 and older, and $5 for people ages 12-20. Information: (505) 882-7632.
Oct. 18-19
Hueco Tanks Interpretive FairHueco Tanks State Historic Site, located 32 miles northeast of El Paso, will host an interpretive fair featuring traditional Native American song and dance, pictograph and birding tours, cowboy skills demonstrations, climbing demonstrations and much more. The event is from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday and 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday. Admission is free. Information: (915) 857-1135
Oct. 24-26
El Paso RhinosThe El Paso Rhinos suit up to play against the Tulsa Rampage at the Sierra Providence Events Center, 4100 E. Paisano. Games start at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 5:30 p.m. Sunday. Information: (915) 479-7825
Oct. 25-26
Boo at the ZooDress the little ones up and head over to the El Paso Zoo’s 3rd annual Boo at the Zoo. This “kooky, not spooky” event offers families a chance to learn and have fun as they participate in costume competitions, leopard limbo, pumpkin bowling and trick-or-treating. Information: (915) 532-8156 or (915) 521-1850
Oct. 25
Fort Bliss Pumpkin Patch HarvestFort Bliss will host its annual Pumpkin Patch Harvest from noon to 3 p.m. at Kelly Park. Bring the little one to get their faces painted, participate in costume contests, cake walks and more. Family Readiness Groups will be selling popcorn, nachos, caramel apples, apple cider, hot chocolate and coffee to help raise funds. Admission is free. Information: (915) 568-3137 or (915)568-4518