El Paso, Texas
El Paso, Texas
El Paso offers an event calendar of enjoyable activities for the whole family.
Check back here often to find the latest events in El Paso, Texas.
Pro-Musica Chamber Music Festival
January
El Paso Pro-Musica is devoted to making the art of chamber music available to our community by bringing world-renowned artists to delight and educate audiences.
Bourbon Street on Cincinnati Street
February
Mardi Gras celebration in Kern Place on Fat Tuesday. Food live outdoor music drink specials and, of course, beads.
Texas vs. The Nation
February
Players from across the state in an all-Texas team go against the Nation team, consisting of seniors from colleges across the United States with no Texas ties.
El Paso Marathon
March
Staged in historic downtown El Paso and continuing thru the neighborhoods of Kern Place through portions of the Upper Valley alongside the Rio Grande and the Mexican Border, the Annual Michelob Ultra El Paso Marathon and Good Time Stores Half Marathon tours through a challenging El Paso route. With perfect spring running weather and excitement every mile, this marathon is not be missed!
Generation 2000
March
A children’s fair consisting of several specialty booths, games and interactive displays aimed at entertaining and educating children of all ages.
Siglo de Oro Drama Festival
March
Since its modest beginning at the Chamizal National Memorial in the spring of 1976, the Siglo de Oro Spanish Drama Festival has attained an international reputation for presenting quality presentations from Spain's Golden Age, in both English and Spanish, by theatrical groups from all over the world.
Sunland Derby
March
The running of the $800,000 Sunland Derby!
Dia de los Niños, Dia de los Libros
April
The El Paso Public Library, Parks and Recreation and hundreds of other local organizations hold an annual celebration of children and literacy. The entire community comes together at a local park to take part in free, fun and educational activities for the whole family. The event draws thousands of participants each year. Some of the activities include a parade and healthy heart walk, music and performance stage and a free book giveaway. Organizers have given away more than 150,000 books to children since the event began in 1997.
First Thanksgiving Celebration
April
The historical reenactment presents the arrival of the first Spanish settlers in this area in April 1598. A company of costumed actors and dancers portray the native American and Spaniards, who give thanks and celebrate after their perilous crossing of the Chihuahuan desert and arrival at the banks of the Rio Grande.
Armed Forces Day
May
Free and open to the public, this event expects over 10,000 attendees. A wonderful event that reaches out to the military community directly.
KLAQ International Balloonfest
May
The annual festival. More than 75 hot-air balloons are expected for the festival. The event also includes balloon rides, water rides, vendors and live concerts nightly.
Victorian Spring Tea
May
Celebrate the spring with a formal, seated tea. This year’s theme is the Kentucky Derby horse race. There are two seatings: 1 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. Reservations required.
Alfresco Friday's
June
This free outdoor concert series is held every Friday during the months of June, July and August.
La Que Buena Gordita Festival
June
Find the best Mexican flare in the Southwest! Don't miss the only Gordita Festival in the State of Texas.
Music Under the Stars
June
This 22 year long concert series is free to the public, located at the historic Chamizal National Memorial and an event you won't want to miss! Pack a picnic and enjoy live, outdoor entertainmen under the beautiful Sun City sky.
Viva! El Paso
June
This musical drama, offering an array of multicolored costumes, electrifying musical production numbers and legendary characters, is performed Friday and Saturday evenings at McKelligon Canyon during the months of June, July and August.
Downtown Street Festival
July
El Paso gears up to bring you food, fun, fireworks and non-stop entertainment during the Fourth of July. Events include three stages of live entertainment, a children's area, fireworks, food and drink and much more!
Ysleta Mission Festival
July
Bring the family, friends and neighbors to the annual Ysleta Mission Festival. Come enjoy traditional delicious food, listen to great music, have fun in the carnival rides and playing the Festival games. Fun for everyone!
El Maida Shrine Circus
August
The annual high-spirited circus features wild animal acts, clowns, aerial artistry and other amazing acts!
Fiesta de las Flores
August
Fiesta de Las Flores celebrates the El Paso Hispanic heritage with concerts, beauty pageant, huacha tournament, senior dance, carnival rides, food and lots of family fun.
Shakespeare on the Rocks Festival
August
Come spend September with The Bard! Performances include A Midsummer Night's Dream, Julius Ceasar, The Tempets, and Romeo and Juliet.
St. Nicholas Greek Festival
August
Explore this free annual celebration of Greek food, music and culture. Entertainment for the whole family!
Elephant Festival
September
The annual celebration of the zoo's biggest residents! Enjoy educational presentations by zookeepers and volunteers, activities for children and musical entertainment.
Mexican Independence Day
September
Celebrate the "El Grito de Dolores" that Padre Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla gave the night of September 15, 1810, which ignited Mexico's rebellion against Spain. The ceremony is filled with live music and ballet folkloricos.
St. Anthony's Bazaar
September
Celebrated on during Labor Day, this free weekend long festival is full of fun! Kick off the holiday with this annual celebration.
Amigo Airsho
October
Amigo Airsho is El Paso's premier event! Ranked as one of the top ten air shows in the country. The show is filled with thrilling air entertainment and fun ground activities for the whole family to enjoy.
Boo at the Zoo
October
Thousands of children attended the Boo at the Zoo event where many dressed up like their favorite animal. Children, along with their parents, enjoyed candy stations, costume contests, Dracula's Disco, bowling and many other fun activities.
Celebration of Our Mountains
October
A month-long festival of events to encourage appreciation of the El Paso region’s environment. The celebration includes hikes, field trips, driving tours, nature walks, bicycle rides and other activities are offered to the public. Most events are free.
Concordia Walk Through History
October
The annual event features historical figures from El Paso’s past come alive through talks, reenactments of famous gunfights and more.
Southwestern International PRCA Rodeo
October
Dont miss the 17th oldes rodeo in the Nation and El Paso's longest running sporting event!
Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) Two Sister Cities – Together Forever
November
Día de los Muertos Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) is a holiday celebrated in many parts of the world, typically from October 31 to November 2. In Mexico, where the holiday originated, the holiday has ancient Aztec and Mesoamerican roots and is a national holiday. Día de los Muertos is also celebrated to a lesser extent in other Latin American countries. For example, it is a public holiday in Brazil, where many Brazilians celebrate it by visiting cemeteries and churches. The holiday is also observed in the Philippines. Observance of the holiday has spread to Mexican-American communities in the United States where, in some locations, the traditions are being extended. Similarly-themed celebrations also appear in some Asian and African cultures.
Season of Lights
November
Annual lighting of the UTEP holiday lights begins in early December. The 220,000 plus lights stay lit each night through January.
Brut Sun Bowl and Fan Fiesta
December
The Brut Sun Bowl football game is the nation's second oldest bowl game. The Sun Bowl is known for its friendly hospitality, not only from volunteers and El Paso citizens as well. Attend many activities surrounding game week, including the Helen Of Troy Brut Sun Bowl Football Game, the Fan Fiesta, the State Farm Sun Bowl Basketball Tournament and the Rotary Sun Bowl Luncheon.
San Jacinto Plaza Christmas Tree Lighting
December
The annual "Christmas in Lights" continues the holiday tradition of the plaza's spectacular Christmas tree and displays. Entertainment begins in the early afternoon with the lighting at dusk, followed by the Holiday Lights Parade.