Things to do for Mother's Day weekend include Chippendales, Flans y Pandora, Tanya Tucker

This weekend starts with Mexican Mother's Day on Friday, May 10, and then Mother's Day in the United States on Sunday, May 12.

So, whatever plans you make this weekend, you might want to make sure you include mom. For starters, there are the Chippendale dancers bringing their world tour to Speaking Rock Entertainment Center on Friday, May 10, and Saturday, May 11.

There are also more family-oriented events like plays, art exhibit openings and high tea in fancy hotels.

Later in the month, there are some concerts, including Tanya Tucker, Mon Laferte, Flans and Pandora. There are sure to be a lot of moms who would love to relive their youth at a Flans concert, so it might be good to get her some tickets to that show.

Here is a closer look at events in El Paso.

Chippendales to celebrate moms in El Paso

Speaking Rock Entertainment is bringing the Chippendales World Tour with a show at 6 p.m. Friday, May 10 and Saturday, May 11 at 122 S. Old Pueblo Road. The world-famous male revue show has entertained audiences for over 40 years. Wristbands will be on sale the day of the event for $20 each, cash only. Ladies only.

Los Actores present drama for Mother's Day weekend

Los Actores will close its 2023-24 season with the drama Una Mujer Para Cada Acto this weekend at Cathedral High School. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. Friday, May 10, and Saturday, May 11, and 2 p.m. Sunday, May 12, at 1309 N. Stanton St. Directed by Los Actores Artistic Director Hector Serrano, the three-act play in Spanish by Velia Marquez tells the story of a man from youth to old age and the three women who influence his life: his domineering mother, his quarrelsome wife, and his innocent daughter. Tickets are $15 for general admission and $12 for seniors, students, and active-duty military, available in advance at www.eventbrite.com and at the door starting one hour before showtime. $10 tickets for children are available at the door only. There is a $10 rate for groups of ten or more; these must be reserved in advance by calling 915-474-4275.

Visual artist Patrick Gabaldon stands in front of a mural dedicated to him in Central El Paso. Gabaldon's design has been accepted for the Buy El Paso campaign. He is shown on Thursday, Sept. 17, 2020. Gabaldon says he and his wife support local businesses.
Visual artist Patrick Gabaldon stands in front of a mural dedicated to him in Central El Paso. Gabaldon's design has been accepted for the Buy El Paso campaign. He is shown on Thursday, Sept. 17, 2020. Gabaldon says he and his wife support local businesses.

El Paso Frame Co. art exhibit

El Paso Frame Co., 3800 N. Mesa St., Suite A1, will have an opening for the exhibit, Xerophile: A Cactus Themed Group Show, from 5 to 9 p.m. Friday, May 10. The exhibit will feature paintings, drawings, collages and mixed media. Artists participating: Frank Gonzales, Mesa, Arizona; Landry McMeans, Austin; Lida Steves Plummer, Boerne, Texas; Marianna Olague, El Paso; Patrick Gabaldon, El Paso; Stephen Eichorn, Chicago, Illinois and Steve Hastings, El Paso.

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Hotel Paso del Norte will have a high tea for moms

The Hotel Paso Del Norte will have a Mom and Me High Tea from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, May 11, at 1700 Steakhouse.

Moms will enjoy sipping from elegant cups and savoring treats. Space is limited, so reserve your tickets. Tickets are $40, with gratuity included, and are available at Eventbrite.com. All ages are welcome.

Smart casual attire and fascinator hats are encouraged. For seating arrangements, contact 915-745-1266.

More ideas for mom: Treat mom to high tea, brunch, or special dinners for Mother's Day 2024

Tanya Tucker to come to El Paso

Tanya Tucker gives a live performance at the Nudie’s Honky Tonk for her pop-up bar Tanya Tucker’s Tequila Cantina in Nashville, Tenn., Thursday, May 2, 2024.
Tanya Tucker gives a live performance at the Nudie’s Honky Tonk for her pop-up bar Tanya Tucker’s Tequila Cantina in Nashville, Tenn., Thursday, May 2, 2024.

Country legend Tanya Tucker will bring her Sweet Western Sound Tour to Sun City. Tucker will perform May 16 at the Plaza Theatre, starting at 8 p.m. Tickets are $40 to $130, plus fees, and are available at Ticketmaster.com and the Plaza Theatre Box Office.

Flans and Pandora back on tour

Pandora and Flans will bring its Inesperado Tour 2024 and perform at 8 p.m. May 18 at the El Paso County Coliseum. Tickets, ranging from $44 to $192, plus fees, are available at Ticketmaster.com.

Mon Laferte to kick off tour in El Paso

Chilean singer-songwriter Mon Laferte will kick off her 2024 tour in El Paso with a show at 8 p.m. May 21 at the El Paso County Coliseum. Tickets are $84, plus fees, available at the Coliseum Box Office and Ticketmaster.com.

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María Cortés González may be reached at 915-546-6150; [email protected], @EPTMaria on Twitter; eptmariacg on TikTok.

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