Good morning, El Paso.

Fort Bliss hosted 'Pop Goes the Fort' at Biggs Park on Saturday, June 27, starting at 4 p.m., with live music, food & family activities marking America 250 as part of a weeklong Independence celebration.

Organizers united local community members in a festive event with safe gathering guidelines.

Hundreds celebrated at downtown's 19th annual Pride Parade, with floats and performers moving from East Mills to Houston Park.

A family-friendly picnic followed, offering free music, food, non-alcoholic drinks and drag shows, organized by Sun City Pride.

At the El Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens today, sea lions Delilah and Dichali will not celebrate their birthday party due to triple-digit heat (affecting both animals and visitors).

The zoo said the party is postponed until a month or two later when the animals are more willing to interact.

Downtown celebrated the 19th annual Sun City Pride Parade yesterday, June 27, where a vibrant display of colors brought community members together.

A post-parade picnic at Houston Park and a Neon Pride Fest featuring drag performances & live DJs kept the celebration alive.

The State Board of Education voted 9-5 on June 26 to require Bible stories and verses in public school curriculums, and the approved reading list covers both secular and religious texts from elementary through high school & includes titles like Noah’s Ark and The Phantom Tollbooth. This change marks a new chapter in classroom reading requirements.

Residents planning to celebrate July 4 must note that city rules ban fireworks inside the limits—this regulation applies in light of America’s 250th anniversary so celebrations should occur in approved areas.

Families seeking new homes are moving to small towns outside the city, where growth has surged at seven times the rate seen within El Paso since 2020.

The trend signals a strong shift + development in suburban living.

School Of Rock - The Musical

7:30-10:30 p.m. — UTEP Dinner Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience a lively musical adaptation of the iconic film with a talented cast.

Los Estramboticos Concert

7-11 p.m. — Lowbrow Palace — Tickets available — Enjoy a vibrant concert by Los Estramboticos with official merchandise.

Tom & Collins Live Performance

9:00 p.m. — Lost & Found — Ticketed event — Experience an electrifying night with the beats of Tom & Collins.

4th of July Festival and Firework Show

5-9 p.m. — Rio Grande Valley Ranch RV Resort — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with food, games, and a spectacular firework display.

School Of Rock - The Musical

2-5 p.m. — University of Texas at El Paso — Cost info not provided — Experience the lively energy of rock music and talented youth performers in this exciting musical.

El Paso Junior Golf Tournament

All day — El Paso Country Club — Entry fees vary — Watch young golfers showcase their talent in a competitive junior tournament.

Jimmy McMurrin Stand-Up Comedy Show

8-11 p.m. — El Paso Comic Strip — Ticket info not provided — Enjoy a night of laughter with rising star Jimmy McMurrin and special guests.

El Paso Swim & Cruise Fashion Show

7-10 p.m. — The Fountains at Farah — Check online for ticket info — Dive into summer style with a vibrant fashion show featuring local and global designers.

EL PASO w/ HAUNT ME

7-11 p.m. — Lowbrow Palace — Tickets available — Experience the ethereal sounds of the indie/dreampop band Cathedral Bells live.

Candlelight: 90s Hip-Hop on Strings

6:30-7:30 p.m. — St. Rogers Depot — Limited-time deals on tickets — Experience the magic of 90s hip-hop reimagined through string instruments under candlelight.