Now that the holidays are almost here, it’s the perfect time to plan how you’ll celebrate. Fortunately, El Paso offers plenty of options. Keep reading to learn about some of them.
Head to Rudolph Plaza for the Up and Running Jingle Bell Run
Lace up your tennis shoes, grab your favorite water bottle, and take part in the Up and Running Jingle Bell Run on Dec. 17. This is a 5-kilometer event that begins at Rudolph Plaza, and if you’re not up for running the route, you can join in as a walker. This event has been held for the past nine years as a charity event that benefits the girls’ track team at El Paso High School.
Once you reach the finish line, warm up with hot cocoa and tamales. Runners are encouraged to wear Santa hats, and if you’re in the mood to go all out, you can dress up as Santa or one of his elves and put yourself in the running to win a $50 gift card. There is a $30 entry fee for the run, but the cost is only $25 if you sign up before Dec. 16.
Now that you’ve learned about a few of El Paso’s upcoming holiday events, hopefully you’ll feel compelled to get out and enjoy them instead of staying cooped up indoors. Plan to attend some of these celebrations, and bring some friends too.
Meet at Eastwood High School for a Holiday Walk
If you’re feeling a little lethargic due to disruptions in your routine coupled with rich holiday treats, get energized by taking part in the Deby Lewis Eastwood to Eastridge Holiday Lights Memorial Walk, which happens on Dec. 18. This is an inaugural event, and as you might have guessed, this fundraising walk starts at Eastwood High School and goes through the Eastridge neighborhood to Trooper Stadium. To mark the season, the stadium will feature beautiful luminaries.
Also, the 5 p.m. start time is perfect for watching the luminaries light up the night in a dazzling way. Once you reach the stadium, sip hot chocolate and listen to the festive sounds of the Eastwood band and choir as they perform holiday carols. All proceeds from this event go towards scholarships for graduates of Eastwood High School.
Go to the Plaza Theatre for a Beloved Ballet Performance
The holiday season just isn’t complete without watching talented ballet dancers perform “The Nutcracker,” and now you can do so in person rather than watching a recording of the famous story playing out on stage. On Dec. 23 and 24, 40 members of the Moscow Ballet will delight you and your family. Performances on the 23rd take place at 3 and 7 p.m., and the performance on Dec. 24 happens at noon, which means there’s plenty of time left to take care of other holiday obligations.
Tickets start at $30 through Ticketmaster, and group discounts are available. If you’re in the mood to splurge, it’s also possible to buy VIP packages.
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