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Happy weekend, El Paso!
In today’s happening-today edition: Burlington opening, Monster Jam, slot canyon hike, and more. + events worth checking out today & tomorrow.
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📰 In the news
Retail expansion on the horizon: Burlington will open this spring at Yarbrough Plaza in east El Paso with up to 60% off brands and an easier-to-shop layout, but the opening date has not been announced — get all the details.
Hometown adventure springs to life: El Paso educator Jaime Sanchez Gallegos has written ‘Reaching for the Star,’ a bilingual children’s book celebrating the Sun City and Star on the Mountain, with two more books planned — read the full story.
Help shape local road plans: TxDOT will hold public meetings for the 2027 to 2030 Rural TIP, seeking input on transportation projects in Brewster, Culberson, Hudspeth, Jeff Davis, and Presidio counties near El Paso — see how to get involved.
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Highlights this week:
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💎 Local business spotlight
Shine up that grill: If your grates look like they’ve survived a West Texas dust storm, Bar-B-Clean El Paso will deep-clean, de-gunk, and handle repairs and tune-ups so your next carne asada tastes like today, not last summer. They tackle the greasy cleanup you keep putting off, and leave your grill ready.
Make your meetup magical: Whether it’s a company shindig, fundraiser, trade show, or that family get-together you’ve been dodging, Mind Tricks turns small talk into wait… WHAT?! moments with sharp, crowd-pleasing magic. Ice breaks faster, laughs get louder, and your people leave with stories they’ll keep retelling.
Chase some chains: With 18 holes, concrete tees, and rotating pins that keep you guessing, Nations Tobin DGC is a reliable stop for a quick after-work loop or a friendly weekend card. You’ll find open looks, tight tree-lined fairways, and a steady flow of locals keeping the vibe lively.
These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.
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📆 Around town today & tomorrow
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🎣 Fishing/Cookout for Kids @ Ascarate Park | Saturday (3/14) at 8:00 AM – Free kids’ fishing and cookout post up at the south end of the lake by playground and restrooms. Tackle and bait provided, returning members bring rods. Sign in at banners for bracelets to access food and gear, parents required, Starbucks for you, first come basis.
🍿 Hoppers Flix Jr. @ Flix Brewhouse El Paso | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – Ever wish you could chat with the dog without interpretive barks? HOPPERS screens Flix Jr. style, with dimmed lights and low volume, perfect for kids, sensory-sensitive pals, and tired adults. Scientists hop minds into lifelike robotic animals, and it’s delightfully weird, surprisingly gentle.
🛍 Upper Valley Market @ The Substation | Saturday (3/14) at 11:00 AM – Saturday at The Substation means shopping you can feel good about. Local artisans, creators, and makers bring handmade goods, original art, and finds, plus music and laid-back meet and greets to meet the humans behind the brands. Bring a friend, linger, leave a little smug.
🏁 Monster Jam @ UTEP Sun Bowl Stadium | Saturday (3/14) at 5:00 PM – Grab your earplugs and let your inner 10-year-old drive, because Monster Jam is rolling in with giant trucks, wild stunts, and serious noise. Think Grave Digger, El Toro Loco, doing yoga on two wheels, then flying. Kids cheer, parents grin, everyone crashes early.
🎭 Shen Yun @ The Plaza Theatre Performing Arts Center | Saturday (3/14) at 7:00 PM – Shen Yun brings a lavish swirl of classical Chinese dance, costumes, and live orchestra. It’s a polished spectacle, the kind you dress up for, not wrangle toddlers at. Clear bags only, reserved seats, downtown garage parking, and grab Will Call early.
🏜 Slot Canyon Hike @ Dairy Queen | Sunday (3/15) at 7:45 AM – Lace up and meet at the DQ/Speedway on Transmountain for a guided slot canyon hike, where water sometimes shows up, then carves masterpieces. Expect a moderate 2–3 miles through sandy washes and narrow walls; bring sturdy shoes, water, and sun protection.
🎭 Jewel Box Series: The Boys Next Door @ Philanthropy Theater | Sunday (3/15) at 2:30 PM – Eden Performing Arts is bringing The Boys Next Door to the Jewel Box Series, an intimate night of smart, big-hearted theater that sneaks up on you with laughs. Think quirky roommates, real-life messiness, and humor that leaves you misty, not maudlin.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 El Paso report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 84°F – Low: 59°F – Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 84. West wind 5 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph. Later: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 59. West wind 14 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 26 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 84°F – Low: 43°F – Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 84. West northwest wind 14 to 23 mph, with gusts as high as 32 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 43. Northeast wind 14 to 17 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph.
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