Easter celebrations are set to take place across El Paso and surrounding communities this week, with a wide range of parades, egg hunts and family-focused events planned for residents of all ages.
Here’s a roundup of Easter events taking place throughout the Borderland, with activities ranging from long-running community traditions in Northeast El Paso to citywide recreation center celebrations and neighborhood gatherings. Many events are free and open to the public, offering opportunities for families to take part in seasonal festivities throughout the week.
Parades/events
Mimbela Family NorthEaster Parade
The annual NorthEaster Parade will return to Northeast El Paso with a community Easter celebration featuring floats, performances and family-friendly activities. This will mark the parade’s 48th year and coincide with an “America 250” theme recognizing the nation’s semiquincentennial.
- When: 10 a.m. Saturday, April 4
- Where: Parade begins at Diana Drive and Hercules Avenue, continues north on Diana and east on Hondo Pass Drive, ending at Nations Tobin Park, 8831 Railroad Drive.
- Cost: Free
- Information: northeasterparade.com
La Nube Eggstravaganza
La Nube will host a seasonal Eggstravaganza for members, offering a family-focused event with themed activities, including photos with Peter Rabbit, egg giveaways for children and interactive experiences designed for young visitors.
- When: 10 a.m.-noon and 2-4 p.m. Saturday, April 4
- Where: La Nube STEAM Discovery Center, 201 W. Main Drive
- Cost: Included with membership; reservation recommended
- Information: la-nube.org
EggstravaganZoo
The El Paso Zoo will host its annual spring event featuring candy stations, family activities and live entertainment in a setting designed to combine seasonal festivities with animal education. Visitors can explore the zoo while learning from education specialists, including presentations featuring domestic rabbits.
- When: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, April 4
- Where: El Paso Zoo, 4001 E. Paisano
- Cost: $8.95-$13.95
- Information: elpasozoo.org
Lucha League Wrestling: Easter Lucha
Lucha League Wrestling will present a family-friendly Easter-themed event featuring live lucha libre matches, the debut of a new character, and activities for children. The event will also include a community drive encouraging attendees to donate new socks for local families.
- When: 6-8 p.m. Saturday, April 4 (gates open 5 p.m.)
- Where: American Legion Post 122, 221 Poplar St., Anthony, Texas
- Cost: $8 pre-sale; $10 at the door
- Information: Lucha League Facebook
Easter Trail Off-Road Event
An off-road Easter-themed trail ride in Canutillo will feature a family-friendly egg hunt, including plastic eggs for children and a “gold egg” prize with a cash reward. The event is open to off-road vehicles and includes outdoor activities geared toward families.
- When: 11 a.m. Saturday, April 4
- Where: 280 Canutillo-La Union Ave., Canutillo
- Cost: Free
- Information: Outlaws 4×4 Facebook
Egg hunts
Parks and Recreation Egg-Stravaganza Carnivals
The city’s annual Easter-themed Egg-Stravaganza Carnivals will offer free, family-friendly activities including games, arts and crafts, egg hunts and inflatable attractions at recreation centers across El Paso. Information: events.elpasotexas.gov
Friday, April 3 | 12-3 p.m.
- Armijo Recreation Center, 700 E. 7th Ave.
- Chihuahuita Community Center, 417 Charles Road
- Rae Gilmore Recreation Center/Mountain View, 8501 Diana Drive
- San Juan Recreation Center, 701 N. Glenwood St.
Friday, April 3 | 4-7 p.m.
- Seville Recreation Center, 6700 Sambrano Ave.
Saturday, April 4 | 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
- Chamizal Recreation Center, 2119 Cypress Ave.
- Chihuahuita Community Center, 417 Charles Road
- Don Haskins Recreation Center, 7400 High Ridge Drive
- Galatzan Recreation Center, 650 Wallenberg Drive
- Gary Del Palacio Recreation Center, 3001 Parkwood St.
- Marty Robbins Recreation Center, 11600 Vista Del Sol Drive
- Michelle T. Adjemian Recreation Center, 9031 Viscount Blvd.
- Mountain View Park/Rae Gilmore Recreation Center, 8501 Diana Drive
- Nolan Richardson Recreation Center, 4435 Maxwell Ave.
- Officer David Ortiz Recreation Center, 563 N. Carolina Drive
- Pat O’Rourke Recreation Center, 901 N. Virginia St.
- Pavo Real Recreation Center, 9301 Alameda Ave.
- San Juan Recreation Center, 701 N. Glenwood St.
- Seville Recreation Center, 6700 Sambrano Ave.
- Sylvia Carreon Recreation Center, 709 Lomita Drive
- The Beast Urban Recreation Center, 13501 Jason Crandall Drive
- Valle Bajo Recreation Center, 7380 Alameda Ave.
- Veterans Recreation Center, 5301 Salem Drive
- Wayne Thornton Recreation Center, 3134 Jefferson Ave.
Easter-Avaganza at Fort Bliss
A family-friendly Easter celebration at Biggs Park will feature egg hunts, photos with the Easter Bunny and a range of activities including inflatables, yard games, dance performances and fitness sessions. Egg hunts are scheduled for noon and 2 p.m., with additional programming throughout the day.
- When: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, April 4
- Where: Biggs Park, 11388 Sgt. Major Blvd., Fort Bliss
- Cost: Free
- Information: bliss.armymwr.com
Horizon City Police Department Easter Egg Hunt
The Horizon City Police Department will host its annual Easter Egg Hunt at Town Center Park, featuring egg hunts, candy, food trucks and vendors in a family-friendly setting.
- When: 9 a.m.-noon Saturday, April 4
- Where: Town Center Park, 13741 Town Center Drive, Horizon City
- Cost: Free
- Information: Horizon City Police Department Instagram
City of Socorro Easter Eggstravaganza & Color Run
The free family event features rides, games, activities, food trucks, vendors and an Easter egg hunt. The event includes a color fun walk and run. Pets welcome. The egg hunt begins at 11:30 a.m. Bring your own basket. Participants will be separated by age groups.
- When: Race line up at 7:30 a.m.; race starts 8 a.m.; festivities start 9 a.m., Saturday, April 4
- Where: Bulldog Championship Park, 316 Buford Road, Socorro
- Cost: Free
- Information: City of Socorro on Facebook
Purple Up Easter Egg Hunt
A family-friendly event supporting military children will feature an Easter egg hunt, photo opportunities and other activities at John Lyons Park. The event is open to the public and geared toward children and families.
- When: 10 a.m. Saturday, April 4
- Where: John Lyons Park, 11510 Cheryl Ladd Drive
- Cost: Free
- Information: Deployed Fort Bliss Facebook
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