El Paso's May Weekend: Comic Con, Music, Culture

0:00It's April 30th. I'm Cory with the story. This is El Paso News today, driven by AI. El Paso's kicking off May with a massive lineup of events from Friday, May 1st through Sunday, May 3rd. Turning the Sun City into a non-stop party. Zone. The highlights hit hard with El Paso Comic Con packing the convention center with stars like Kevin Smith, Pam Greer, and Cheech and Chong Fridays. Even free if you snag the sponsor ticket. Then there's the debut Soul Summit Festival in San Jacinto Plaza, headlined by Bomba Estario on Saturday, and the flaming lips on Sunday, mixing music, art, and local vendors. Meanwhile, Michael Out of Fest rolls into Asqueray Park, those same weekend days, bringing Michael Out of's live sets from Wane's and Jaco, plus food zones, and activities that got folks buzzing early. Over in Missilla, the Cinco de Mayo Fiesta fills the historic Plaza with Mariachi, ballet, folklorico, and family bives, celebrating culture big time. Comic Con fans are losing it over

1:02the celebrity guests and free entry option, while music lovers can't wait for those high-energy headliners drawing. Crowds from all over. Families and fitness crews are hyped too, with events like the Mighty Moosure Triathlon and America's Kids Run promoting wellness amid the fun, boosting. That community spirit El Paso thrives on. Newcomers like Soul Summit add fresh twists with art installations and food trucks, and smaller gems keep popping up, and think clue on stage at Plaza. Theater for mystery laughs, Frankenstein at Black Box Theatre, or even a moonlight hike and yoga session Chuck Heinert Park on Friday evening. Whatever your speed, this weekend's got El Paso lit from comics to concerts to cultural feasts. Grab tickets quick and dive in before it all wraps. Sunday night.