Here’s a roundup of some culture and civic events in the borderland in the coming week.
ChangeMakers 2026: Women in the Arts
The annual Women’s History Month celebration presented by Progress321 and El Paso Matters this year will honor women whose creative work or advocacy has shaped the arts across the Borderland, including artists, musicians, writers, performers, filmmakers, designers and arts supporters.
Featured speaker is Grammy-nominated instrumentalist, vocalist and composer Amanda Ekery, who grew up in El Paso.
- Who: Read more about this year’s honorees here.
- When: 5 p.m. Thursday, March 26
- Where: Mexican American Cultural Center, 201 W. Franklin Ave.
- Cost: $100 per person
- Information: El Paso Matters Events
¡Viva La Causa!
The Mexican American Cultural Center will host a community event honoring the farm worker movement and leaders including Dolores Huerta and Larry Itliong. The program will include creative workshops and informational sessions focused on the history and ongoing legacy of agricultural labor organizing.
- When: 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, March 28
- Where: Mexican American Cultural Center, 201 W. Franklin Ave.
- Cost: Free
- Information: Mexican American Cultural Center
Guided Hike Series at El Paso Museum of Archaeology
The El Paso Museum of Archaeology will conclude its guided hike series with a final evening of ranger-led walks exploring the surrounding desert landscape. The hikes are designed for all experience levels and highlight the area’s natural and cultural features.
- When: Guided hikes begin at 5, 5:30, 6 and 6:30 p.m. Thursday, March 26
- Where: El Paso Museum of Archaeology, 4301 Transmountain Road
- Cost: Free
- Information: El Paso Museum of Archaeology Instagram
UTEP Dinner Theatre presents ‘Rent’
The UTEP Dinner Theatre will stage Jonathan Larson’s rock musical “Rent,” which follows a group of young artists navigating love, creativity and hardship in New York’s Lower East Side during the HIV/AIDS crisis. The production contains mature themes and is recommended for adult audiences.
- When: 6:30 p.m., March 27-April 12
- Where: UTEP Dinner Theatre, Union Building West, 500 W. University Ave.
- Cost: From $73.15
- Information: utep.edu
Amigo Man Visits the Old County Jail
Amigo Man will host a meet-and-greet at the Old County Jail in San Elizario as part of a Welcome Spring event organized by the Los Portales Museum. Registered attendees will receive an Amigo Man-themed gift while supplies last.
- When: 2-4 p.m. Saturday, March 28
- Where: Old County Jail, 1551 Main St., San Elizario
- Cost: Free
- Information: El Paso County Facebook
Coming Up
Downtown Restaurant Week
Downtown El Paso Restaurant Week will feature participating restaurants offering prix-fixe menus and specialty dishes across a range of cuisines, giving diners an opportunity to explore local favorites and new dining spots in the city’s urban core.
- When: April 3-12
- Where: Various locations, Downtown El Paso
- Cost: Free to attend; meals priced individually
- Information: downtownelpaso.com
Full Moon Fiesta
The El Paso Museum of Archaeology will host an evening event featuring hands-on activities, guided hikes and night sky դիտing through telescopes provided by local astronomers. The program is designed for families and visitors interested in archaeology and astronomy.
- When: 6-8:30 p.m. Saturday, April 4
- Where: El Paso Museum of Archaeology, 4301 Transmountain Drive
- Cost: Free
- Information: elpasotexas.gov
El Paso Pro-Musica: “Cellobration”
El Paso Pro-Musica will present a cello-focused performance led by Artistic Director Zuill Bailey, joined by the Cello All-Stars and guest cellist John-Henry Crawford. The concert marks Bailey’s 25th anniversary with the organization and features musicians who studied under him at UTEP.
- When: 7:30 p.m. Saturday, April 11, 2026
- Where: Fox Fine Arts Center Recital Hall, 500 W. University Ave.
- Cost: Starting at $30.30
- Information: elpasopromusica.org
Mission Valley Earth Day Celebration
The city of El Paso will host a free Earth Day celebration in the Mission Valley featuring food, games and live entertainment, including performances by DJ Johnny Kage and Mazo Vibe. The event will also include free pet adoptions and family-friendly activities.
- When: 6-10 p.m. Saturday, April 11
- Where: 7968 San Paulo Drive
- Cost: Free
- Information: City of El Paso Facebook
El Paso Locomotive Kids Day
El Paso Locomotive FC will host Las Vegas Lights FC at Southwest University Park for a Kids Day match. The event will include family-focused activities and an Ozzy blanket giveaway while supplies last.
- When: 7 p.m. Saturday, April 4
- Where: Southwest University Park, 1 Ballpark Plaza
- Cost: $12-$45
- Information: mlb.tickets.com
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El Paso Chihuahuas Opening Day
The El Paso Chihuahuas open their 2026 home season at Southwest University Park with a matchup against the Albuquerque Isotopes, the Triple-A affiliate of the Colorado Rockies. Fans attending the season opener can receive a rally towel at the gates and a magnet schedule giveaway after the game.
- When: 6:35 p.m. Tuesday, April 7
- Where: Southwest University Park, 1 Ballpark Plaza, Downtown El Paso
- Cost: $19-$73
- Information: milb.com
Mark Your Calendar
Community Planting at La Semilla
A community gathering to mark the planting season at La Semilla Community Farm, featuring a guided planting activity led by farm staff, along with performances, food and a collective blessing of the land. The event, part of the “Les Sembrantes (The Sowers)” exhibition organized by the Stanlee and Gerald Rubin Center for the Visual Arts, brings together farmers and food culture practitioners of all ages.
- When: 8:30 a.m.-noon Saturday, April 11
- Where: La Semilla Community Farm, 350 Our Way Rd., Anthony, New Mexico
- Cost: Free
- Information: La Semilla Community Farm
Borderland BeerFest 2026
DeadBeach Brewery will host the return of Borderland BeerFest, a free-admission craft beer festival featuring breweries from Texas, New Mexico and California, along with food vendors, artisan booths and live entertainment. The all-ages event will offer beer tastings and full pours through a drink ticket system, with non-alcoholic options also available.
- When: Noon-10 p.m. Saturday, April 11
- Where: DeadBeach Brewery, 3200 Durazno Ave.
- Cost: Free admission; drink tickets available for purchase
- Information: deadbeach.com
Dia de Los Niños / Dia de Los Libros
The city’s annual Día de los Niños / Día de los Libros celebration marks its 30th anniversary with a day of family-friendly activities promoting literacy and culture. The event begins with a neighborhood parade and continues with games, booths and community activities organized by the El Paso Public Library and Parks and Recreation Department.
- When: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, April 25
- Where: Pavo Real Park and Recreation Center, 9301 Alameda Ave.
- Cost: Free
- Information: elpasolibrary.org
Taste of El Paso Festival
The second annual Taste of El Paso Festival will bring together local restaurants, food trucks and breweries for a daylong celebration of regional cuisine, craft beer and live music in Northeast El Paso. Organizers say the event will feature more than 20 food vendors, regional beers on draft and cultural activities throughout the day.
- When: 2-10 p.m. Saturday, April 25
- Where: NEEP Collective, 8144 Dyer St.
- Cost: Admission from $15; all ages
- Information: Taste of El Paso Instagram
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BTS at Sun Bowl Stadium
Global K-pop superstars BTS will make their first appearance in El Paso as part of their 2026 world tour, performing two nights at Sun Bowl Stadium. The shows mark the group’s return to the stage following a multi-year hiatus while members completed mandatory military service in South Korea.
- When: Saturday-Sunday, May 2-3
- Where: Sun Bowl Stadium, 2701 Sun Bowl Drive
- Cost: Sold out. Tickets available on secondary markets.
Post Malone and Jelly Roll at Sun Bowl
Chart-topping artists Post Malone and Jelly Roll will bring their Big Ass Stadium Tour Part 2 to El Paso, with Carter Faith joining the lineup. The stadium tour follows the success of the duo’s first joint run.
- When: Wednesday, May 13
- Where: Sun Bowl Stadium, 2701 Sun Bowl Drive
- Cost: Prices start at $98
- Information: Tickets on sale via Ticketmaster
Banana Ball Exhibition Games
Banana Ball — a fast-paced baseball format known for its entertainment-focused rules and fan interaction — will bring two exhibition games to El Paso as the Texas Tailgaters face the Firefighters at Southwest University Park.
- When: Friday-Saturday, May 15-16
- Where: Southwest University Park, 1 Ballpark Plaza
- Cost: Prices start at $35
- Information: bananaball.com
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