Good morning, El Paso.

El Paso Public Libraries are hosting a free Summerween Spooky Luau at the Jose Cisneros Branck Library Friday from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., featuring a costume contest, food trucks, vendors, a movie screening, and free library merchandise for the first 300 guests.

Coach partnered with Rocketbuster Handmade Custom Boots to create a limited-edition Tabby Collection handbag featuring hand-worked floral details and hand-painted butterfly motifs.

Launched on July 1, the collection offers wine and black styles; wine remains available online and at the shop (115 Anthony St. near the Amtrak Station).

The romantic duo Sin Bandera is set to perform on Sept.

18 at the El Paso County Coliseum as part of their Escenas tour — promoting their new album Escenas. Ticket presales begin today with additional sales opening Friday via Ticketmaster.com.

VIVA! El Paso launches its 49th season with a celebration of over 400 years of borderland history through live music, singing, dance, and storytelling at the McKelligon Canyon Amphitheater.

The outdoor musical runs Fridays and Saturdays through August 1 at 8 p.m. (adult tickets are $22 and tickets for kids, military, and groups are $17).

This week the Borderland hosts many cultural events as Magoffin Home tours ran yesterday and Cool Canyon Nights with Sangre Gitana takes place today — upcoming outdoor movies, festivals and family activities promise more local fun.

Texas retailers will offer a tax-free weekend where families can save on clothing, school supplies, footwear and backpacks.

The tax holiday will run from Friday, Aug. 7 through Sunday, Aug. 9 — qualifying items must be purchased from Texas sellers with specific limits.

El Paso Water announced two new satellite sites for free sandbag pickup.

Eligible customers can get up to 10 sandbags per visit at three locations (with evening and weekend hours).

The WIC program will soon allow remote quarterly check-ins and use of new EBT cards via the myWIC app to help over 26,000 local families manage food benefits more easily & reduce long wait times at centers.

El Paso City Council approved an agreement with Emergence Health Network and local police to divert individuals with mental health crises to a Montana office instead of jail, excluding violent crimes and DUI cases.

Officers will receive training to break the cycle of repeat offending.

El Paso Electric presented its proposal (worth nearly $500 million) to build a natural gas plant for the planned Meta data center in northeast El Paso during a hearing that started yesterday and continues today.

City officials opposed the project, though the utility said it would not affect rate payers.

Residents and park officials discussed Ascarate Park’s future duck pond at a recent public meeting, where proposals include replacing it with a soccer field and additional green space as part of Capital Improvement Bond-funded projects.

County consultants will host further sessions through early August to gather feedback before a special meeting on Aug. 6.

Ted Lasso star Cristo Fernandez (known for his role as Dani Rojas) will debut for El Paso Locomotive FC on Saturday against New Mexico United as he joins the club's 18-man roster.

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.

Plaza Classic Film Festival: Scream

10:30 p.m. — The Plaza Theatre — Tickets from $33 — Experience the thrill of a classic horror film at the Plaza Classic Film Festival.

Ring Wars 23

7-11 p.m. — El Paso County Coliseum — $50+ — Experience an action-packed night of professional boxing featuring local talent.

Jiluka - World Tour 2026

6:30 – 10:30 p.m. — Lowbrow Palace — Tickets start at $60 — Experience the unforgettable sounds of Jiluka live in El Paso.

Plaza Classic Film Festival: The Poseidon Adventure

3-6 p.m. — Plaza Theatre — Tickets start at $28 — Experience the thrill of classic cinema with a screening of The Poseidon Adventure.

Underoath Concert

7-11 p.m. — Lowbrow Palace — Tickets available — Experience the dynamic blend of chaos and harmony in Underoath's music.

Beyond Diagnosis Summit

9 a.m. — Starlight Event Center — CEUs available — Explore how trauma, mental health, and environment affect student success with a collaborative summit for families and professionals.