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915 Echoes of Horror Marks 5 Years With 18 Scenes, Nearly 30 Actors
13343 Round Dance Rd. — Approximate Site of Anniversary Haunt Season. 915 Echoes of Horror is celebrating its fifth year of frightening El Paso crowds, running 18 scenes staffed by nearly 30 actors inside its haunted house on Round Dance Road. The family-operated attraction, built and run by a crew of more than 10 members, has become one of East El Paso's go-to Halloween destinations as it heads into its anniversary season.
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Julieta Venegas to bring 'Norteña' Tour to El Paso’s Plaza Theatre in 2027
EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14/CBS4) — Mexican singer-songwriter Julieta Venegas is set to bring her “Norteña” Tour to El Paso next year. El Paso Live announced Venegas will perform at the Plaza Theatre on March 17, 2027. A presale is scheduled to begin at 10 a.m. Wednesday,...
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La Casa de Azucar Is a Sweet Architectural Wonder in El Paso
Arts administrator Briana Vargas was driving along the frontage of US 54 in El Paso in 2018 when she spotted white cement and plaster walls arranged in shrines, pillars, and elaborate fencing. It was her first encounter with La Casa de Azucar, or Sugar House, an ornate confection constructed by amateur architect Rufino Loya Rivas. In 1973, he moved into a squat tract house off the highway and promised his wife he’d transform it into a place she would be proud to call home.
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Julieta Venegas Brings Norteña Tour to El Paso's Plaza Theatre in 2027
Julieta Venegas is set to perform at the Plaza Theatre in El Paso, Texas, on March 17, 2027, bringing her Norteña Tour to the border city as part of a broader run of U.S. dates. Presale tickets for the show are scheduled to open at 10 a.m. this Wednesday, Oct. 14, with general public sales following at 10 a.m. Friday, Oct. 16.
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El Paso candy shop sees ‘sweet’ success after starting on TikTok
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- A University of Texas at El Paso alumni started a candy business from his home. Now, Antonio Esparza said his work paid off as the business upgraded to a warehouse in East El Paso. Esparza established Sabores de Mexico three years ago, and it all...
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NMSU alum’s film to screen at Santa Fe International Film Festival Oct 14-19
Cover Photo Caption: Director Aldo Morales on the set of his short film “La Carne Asada.” The NMSU alumnus’ film was selected to screen at the Santa Fe International Film festival Oct. 14-19. (Photo by Julian Galvan) In southern New Mexico, hearing the words “la carne asada”...
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First ever ‘Mission Trails Music Festival’ leaves people wanting more
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) - Destination El Paso and El Paso County partnered to bring the first 'Mission Trail Music Festival' to the historic nine mile stretch along Socorro Road. The event is free to attend, scheduled to last from 1 p.m. until 10 p.m. meant to be a day...
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October brings trunk or treats, games, carnivals, Boo at the Zoo
October is a fun month for families who enjoy celebrating the spooky season. Throughout the month, organizations and venues will host a variety of family-friendly Halloween events featuring costume contests, games, candy, entertainment and festive activities for children of all ages. From trunk-or-treats and pumpkin-themed celebrations to neighborhood festivals and safe trick-or-treating events, there will be no shortage of ways for families to get into the Halloween spirit. Many events, including recreation center carnivals, trunk-or-treats, and pumpkin-themed celebrations, are designed to provide a fun, safe environment for children and parents to enjoy festivities together. Here is a list of Halloween-related events in El Paso for October. Jumbo Park Texas Jumbo Park Texas is hosting its Fall Fun from Friday, Oct. 2 through Nov. 1 at 11180 Rojas Drive. The Fall Fest features a pumpkin patch, a petting zoo, and hayrides. For more information, visit jumboparktexas.com . Trolley of Terror Ride the El Paso Streetcar while Ghosts915 shares spooky local legends and tales of the unexplained from 6 to 7 p.m. Oct. 9, 16 and 23. Boarding begins at the Convention Center stop, Santa Fe and Henry Trost streets. No RSVP; seating is first-come, first-served. The event is free. Halloween Town
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Mission Trail Music Festival set for Saturday along El Paso’s nine-mile corridor
EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14/CBS4) — A new festival celebrating the history, culture and communities along El Paso’s historic Mission Trail is set for Saturday, Oct. 10. Destination El Paso and El Paso County announced the inaugural Mission Trail Music Festival, a daylong event spanning the nine-mile corridor through the Mission Valley.
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National Cowboy Boot Day takes over Downtown El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — The City of El Paso Parks and Recreation Department, Live Active El Paso, and El Paso Ballroom Dance Academy invite the community to buckle up and celebrate National Cowboy Boot Day. The celebration will take place from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Friday,...
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El Paso youth dancers invited to audition for touring Nutcracker Magical Christmas Ballet
EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14/CBS4) — Young dancers in El Paso will have the opportunity to audition for a role in the touring production of NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet. Auditions will be held Oct. 24 in partnership with local studio For the Love of Dance. The production is scheduled to...
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Photo submissions open for pet ofrenda at El Paso’s MACC
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- To honor the pets that are no longer with their owners, Friends of El Paso Animal Services invited the community to add to a community pet ofrenda at the Mexican American Cultural Center. From Oct. 17 to Nov. 15, the "Siempre con Nosotros - Always With Us" ofrenda will stand The post Photo submissions open for pet ofrenda at El Paso’s MACC appeared first on KVIA .
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El Paso's Kress Building begins new chapter
The S.H. Kress & Co. five-and-dime opened at its original location at 211 N. Mesa Ave. on Nov. 6, 1907, drawing "throngs of people" and filling the street as shoppers waited for a chance to enter the store. Over the decades, the Downtown landmark survived setbacks and transformations. One of those devastating moments happened on Aug. 11, 1924, when a fire originated in the basement that heavily damaged the store., Entire block menaced by flames Kress Store Blaze Wrecks Two Floors; Throws 57 Out of Work Aug. 12, 1924, El Paso Times “Fire which originated from an undetermined cause, which was discovered in the basement of the S.H. Kress five and ten-cent store at 211 Mesa Avenue yesterday morning about 7:30 o’clock, caused damage amounting to about 75 per cent of the total value of the stock, according to C.C. Kline, manager of the store. The entire basement and first floor were wrecked, and stock destroyed by fire and water in the other stories. “Fifty-seven employees of the store were temporarily thrown out of work, according to Mr. Kline, who stated last night that the store would be re-opened as soon as possible.” Kress building expanded, air conditioned While in
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Pro-Musica premieres America 250 concert; Mission Trail launches new music, culture festival
Here’s a roundup of some culture and civic events in the Borderland in the coming week. El Paso Pro-Musica will present “Visions of Humanity and Unity,” 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’s 250th anniversary.
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A peek into renovations at the historic Kress Building
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- Renovations of the historic Kress Building are still underway in Downtown El Paso, and ABC-7 will take a look at the progress made since first reported in 2022. El Paso businessman and billionaire Paul Foster's Franklin Mountain Investments bought the Kress Building in 2018 from Billy Abraham. The purchase added The post A peek into renovations at the historic Kress Building appeared first on KVIA .