This Week's Top Events 01/16-01/24/26

This Week’s: Top Events

Below is a curated list of the top events happening in El Paso over the next week or so. Whether you’re into sports, music, arts, or the outdoors, there’s something for everyone.

Saturday, January 17, 2026

UTEP Women’s Basketball – UTEP vs. FIUVenue: Don Haskins CenterDate: Saturday, January 17, 2026Time: 12:00 PMCost: Ticketed EventCheer on the Miners as UTEP Women’s Basketball takes on FIU at home.🔗 Website: https://utepminers.com

Candlelight: Tribute to Juan GabrielVenue: El Paso Zoo & Botanical GardensDate: Saturday, January 17, 2026Time: 6:30 PM – 7:45 PMCost: From $32+A moving candlelight concert honoring the music of Juan Gabriel, performed by the Four Bridges Quartet in a stunning outdoor setting. Ages 8+.🔗 Website: https://feverup.com

Swan LakeVenue: Magoffin Auditorium (UTEP)Date: Saturday, January 17, 2026Time: 7:00 PM (Doors open at 6:00 PM)Cost: Ticketed EventNylia Ballet Academy presents its second annual production of Swan Lake, performed live on stage at UTEP.🔗 Website: https://utepspecialevents.com/calendar/603-swan-lake

Sunday, January 18, 2026

Rio Bosque Birding ToursVenue: Rio Bosque WetlandsDate: Sunday, January 18, 2026Time: 3:00 PMCost: FreeJoin this guided birding tour through the Rio Bosque Wetlands. Meet at the bridge crossing the Riverside Canal.🔗 Website: https://www.riobosque.org

Thursday, January 22, 2026

Candlelight: Best of Bridgerton on StringsVenue: St. Rogers DepotDate: Thursday, January 22, 2026Time: 6:30 PM – 7:45 PMCost: $44.38Step into the world of Bridgerton with this elegant candlelight concert featuring string arrangements from the hit Netflix series. Ages 8+.🔗 Website: https://feverup.com

UTEP Men’s Basketball – UTEP vs. FIUVenue: Don Haskins CenterDate: Thursday, January 22, 2026Time: 7:00 PMCost: Ticketed EventUTEP Men’s Basketball returns home to face FIU in Conference USA action.🔗 Website: https://utepminers.com

Candlelight: Tribute to Queen & The BeatlesVenue: St. Rogers DepotDate: Thursday, January 22, 2026Time: 8:30 PM – 9:45 PMCost: $43.30Enjoy iconic hits from Queen and The Beatles, reimagined by a live string quartet under candlelight. Ages 8+.🔗 Website: https://feverup.com

Friday, January 23, 2026

El Paso Symphony Orchestra: Majestic RhythmsVenue: Plaza Theatre Performing Arts CenterDate: Friday, January 23, 2026Time: 7:30 PMCost: Ticketed EventThe El Paso Symphony Orchestra presents Majestic Rhythms, an evening of powerful and dynamic orchestral music.🔗 Website: https://www.ticketmaster.com/el-paso-symphony-orchestra-majestic-rhythms-el-paso-texas-01-23-2026/event/0C0062E9BFCB2C4C

Saturday, January 24, 2026

Outdoor Cooking 101Venue: Franklin Mountains State ParkDate: Saturday, January 24, 2026Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PMCost: $8 adults | $3 TX State Park Pass holders | $1 children (5–12)Learn how to cook using a Dutch oven over a campfire in this hands-on outdoor workshop. Registration required by January 17.🔗 Website: https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/franklin-mountains

El Paso Symphony Orchestra: Majestic RhythmsVenue: Plaza Theatre Performing Arts CenterDate: Saturday, January 24, 2026Time: 7:30 PMCost: Ticketed EventA second chance to experience the El Paso Symphony Orchestra’s Majestic Rhythms performance.🔗 Website: https://www.ticketmaster.com/el-paso-symphony-orchestra-majestic-rhythms-el-paso-texas-01-23-2026/event/0C0062E9BFCB2C4C

Candlelight: Coldplay vs. Imagine DragonsVenue: El Paso ZooDate: Saturday, January 24, 2026Time: 8:30 PM – 9:45 PMCost: From $32+Experience chart-topping hits from Coldplay and Imagine Dragons performed by a live string quartet in a candlelit setting. Ages 8+.🔗 Website: https://feverup.com