So Much Christmas, So Little Weekend: 8 Christmassy Things to Do This Weekend in El Paso

It's officially the season to be merry, so bring on the weekend Christmas fun.

From light displays to free Christmas movies, here are 8 fun and festive things to do from Friday, December 9 to Sunday, December 11 that will get even the Grinch in the Christmas spirit.

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Winterfest

So. Much. Christmas. The City of El Paso lights up San Jacinto Plaza and the surrounding area beginning at sundown. Ice skating, live music, and so many photo opportunities nightly. Friday-Sunday. Mostly free [More Info]

Cookies, Cocoa and Holiday Cheer Drive-Thru

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is hosting the drive-thru holiday light show at The Hospitals of Providence Transmountain Campus on Friday, Dec. 9. Free [More Info]

Holiday Lights on the Lake

Walk-thru only animated light shows presented by Fred Loya and El Paso County. Friday - Sunday from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. [More Info]

Santa at the Zoo

Santa is helping the El Paso Zoo celebrate Christmas, and he’s bringing snow. Activities, entertainment, and photos with Santa. Saturday-Sunday, Dec. 10-11 [More Info]

Holiday Movies at the Plaza

The weather outside might not be all that frightful, but watching a free movie in the historic Plaza Theatre is most certainly delightful. "Elf" at 1 p.m., "The Polar Express" at 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 11 [More Info]

The Lights of Eastridge

The original drive-thru light show. An El Paso neighborhood tradition for almost 60 years. The lights go on nightly at sundown. Free to see. [More Info]

Holidays at the Rink

Even in the desert, ice skating is a winter thing. The El Paso Hockey Association hosts public ice skating where the Rhinos play. Days, times vary [More Info]

Vado Speedway Park Christmas Village

From holiday lights and inflatable displays to Christmas music, s’mores by the campfire, and Santa Claus himself. There’s something for every Christmas junkie at Vado Speedway Park. Friday and Saturday  [More Info]