EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — The calendar has rolled over to March and spring is just a couple of weeks away.
That means one thing — Mexican gold poppies along Castner Range in Northeast El Paso.
The City of El Paso and its Museum of Archaeology will host the popular Poppies Fest for the 18th year.
This year, Poppies Fest will take place every Saturday from March 8 to March 29, with a variety of free activities, entertainment, and educational programming.
The event is free.
The Museum of Archaeology is located at 4301 Transmountain in Northeast El Paso.
“Each Saturday features a unique theme with special performances, hands-on activities, artisan vendors, food trucks, and live art demonstrations,” the City said in a news release.
“We are proud to host this beloved annual tradition in honor of our poppies,” El Paso Museum of Archaeology Director Sebastian Ribas-Normand said. “Poppies Fest provides a gathering space for our community to come together, support local arts and performers, and learn about protecting and preserving the natural beauty of the Franklin Mountains.”
Here is a schedule:
- March 8 | 10 AM – 3 PM | Native American Day
Experience the rich traditions of the regional Native American community with cultural performances and artisan vendors. - March 15 | 10 AM – 3 PM | Go Local! All Things El Paso!
Celebrate all things El Paso by supporting local businesses, enjoying live music, and engaging with community artists. - March 22 | 10 AM – 3 PM | Fiesta Time!
Enjoy a festive day featuring artisan vendors, delicious food trucks, and folklórico performances. - March 29 | 10 AM – 3 PM | Get Active, Get Involved!
Join the 3rd Annual Poppies Walk and connect with local organizations focused on community engagement and wellness.
“At the heart of Poppies Fest are the delicate yellow and orange blooms that carpet the Franklin Mountains each spring. While these beautiful flowers are the subject of many photos, stepping off trails to capture pictures destroys other poppies so they can continue to flourish for years to come,” the City said.
“The El Paso Museum of Archaeology urges visitors to watch their step and stay on walking paths and trails. EPMArch also asks attendees not to pick the poppies,” the City added.
For more information about Poppies Fest, visit the El Paso Museum of Archaeology website at www.EPMArch.org.
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