Country singer Joe Nichols, Whole Hog fundraiser, and Mija Market among things to do

Maria Cortes Gonzalez, El Paso Times
Updated ·3 min read

Country music singer Joe Nichols, a mainstay in country music for two decades, will be in El Paso for a free performance this weekend. His hits range from 2002's "The Impossible" to 2021's "Home Run."

If you haven't enjoyed the poppies this month, you still have two opportunities left in Northeast El Paso. The Poppies Fest continues Saturday, March 23 and the last day will be March 30.

Another fun event will be the Whole Hog, a barbecue fundraiser for Every Little Blessing Preschool, Saturday, March 23.

"It’s the day we celebrate support for the Down syndrome community and the opportunity to continue the mission to prepare our unique children for a life of independence. Everyone is welcome to join us as we enjoy food and drink while making a difference!” said Jessica Quinn, director of Every Little Blessing Preschool.

Here's more information on these five cool things to do this weekend.

Joe Nichols will perform at Cowtown Boots

Country music singer Joe Nichols will perform at 9 p.m. Saturday, March 23 at Cowtown Boots, 11451 Gateway Blvd West. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Tickets ranging from $25 to $35, plus fees, are available at www.seetickets.com

Poppies Fest continues Saturday

The Poppies Fest continues March 23 and March 30 at the El Paso Museum of Archeology, 4301 Transmountain Road.
The Poppies Fest continues March 23 and March 30 at the El Paso Museum of Archeology, 4301 Transmountain Road.

The Poppies Fest, sponsored by the city, continues from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, March 23, and from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday, March 30, at the El Paso Museum of Archaeology, 4301 Transmountain Road. The fest will include food trucks, vendors, performances, exhibitors, workshops, archery and more. Free admission.

Whole Hog returns Saturday

The Whole Hog, a barbecue fundraiser for Every Little Blessing Preschool, will be from 3 to 9 p.m. Saturday, March 23, at Grace Gardens, 6701 Westside Drive. The fun foodie event symbolizes the ‘whole hog’ commitment to improving the lives of individuals with Down syndrome and serving their families.

Pitmasters from Desert Oak BBQ, Rollin’ Smoke BBQ, JBU BBQ, Smokey’s Pit Stop, and the Hotel Paso del Norte will participate. Tickets are $150 tickets and include all the BBQ you can eat, and live music from The Birdogs and Wildflower. The Whole Hog also features a cornhole tournament and multiple raffles.

Opening of new Horizon City residential area

Hakes Brothers of El Paso will have a grand opening for Paseo del Este and Painted Desert from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, March 23 at 13829 Paseo Bosque Ave. in Horizon City. Take a tour of the newest 1,649 square-foot home and the nearby community. There will be food and prizes and more.

Fourth Annual Mija Market

Mija, Yes You Can will have its 4th Annual Mija Market from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, March 24 at Chuco Relic, 3750 Gateway Blvd.
Mija, Yes You Can will have its 4th Annual Mija Market from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, March 24 at Chuco Relic, 3750 Gateway Blvd.

Mija, Yes You Can re-scheduled its 4th Annual Mija Market from March 24 to May 5 at the same location, at Chuco Relic, 3750 Gateway Blvd. The event will be from from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The event will feature women-owned businesses, various vendors, food trucks, games and live music. Bring pet supplies for donation and treat yourself to a free slice of birthday cake and a mija cookie.

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María Cortés González may be reached at 915-546-6150; mcortes@elpasotimes.com, @EPTMaria on Twitter; eptmariacg on TikTok.

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