El Paso has been waiting for this and I know that we are totally ready to turn the volume up because our city is finally getting the kind of concert venue we’ve always dreamed of. The brand-new Sunset Amphitheater is officially breaking ground this November in Northeast El Paso, and locals already can’t stop talking about who should play there first.
For years, we’ve had to drive to Albuquerque, Phoenix, or even Austin just to catch some of the biggest tours. But not anymore, this time, El Paso’s getting a front-row seat to the action. And with the Franklin Mountains as a backdrop? You just know those sunset shows are going to be pure magic.
Everything We Know About the Sunset Amphitheater
The Sunset Amphitheater will officially break ground on November 19, 2025 in the Cohen Entertainment District, which I think is the perfect spot to anchor El Paso’s growing live-entertainment scene.
Once finished, the amphitheater will seat 12,500 fans and feature a multi-season design so concerts won’t just be a summertime thing. The project is being developed by VENU Holding Corporation through a public-private partnership with the City of El Paso, backed by a $31.5 million performance-based incentive package.
That’s not just a construction project- it’s a cultural investment. The Sunset Amphitheater is projected to bring in $5 billion in economic impact over its first decade, creating jobs, boosting tourism, and helping small businesses thrive.
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And this isn’t just any stage. The venue will feature more than 200 Luxe FireSuites, a members-only Aikman Club (yep, that Troy Aikman), and a stunning canopied roof designed to keep fans comfortable without losing that open-air vibe. Translation: this place is going to look and feel like a first-class concert experience- El Paso style!
From rock icons and country legends to pop stars and a few Texas favorites, El Pasoans already have a long list of artists they’d sell out this venue for. We rounded up the 16 acts locals are begging to see take the Sunset stage first.
El Paso’s Dream Lineup for the New Sunset Amphitheater
El Paso’s music fans are ready. With the new Sunset Amphitheater on the way, locals are already dreaming up their perfect lineup — and they’ve got opinions. From rock legends to pop powerhouses (and maybe a few curveballs), here are the 15 artists El Pasoans are begging to see light up that stage first.
Gallery Credit: Joanna Barba
No matter who takes the stage first, the Sunset Amphitheater is already a win for El Paso. It’s proof that our city’s love of music, culture, and community keeps growing louder. Whether you’re into metal, pop, or something in between, one thing’s certain- El Paso is ready.
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