Here’s a roundup of some culture and civic events in the borderland in the coming week.
MACC’s Primer Cumple
The Mexican American Cultural Center will mark its first anniversary with a family-friendly celebration featuring games, snacks and guided tours of the center’s gallery exhibits. The event will also include a performance of “Las Mañanitas” by Harmony Schools Music Clubs accompanied by Mariachi Excelencia, along with cake, a piñata and music.
When: 2-6 p.m. Saturday, March 21
Where: Mexican American Cultural Center, 201 W. Franklin Ave.
Cost: Free
Information: epmacc.org
Third Thursdays in the Downtown Arts District
A monthly event featuring extended hours at cultural institutions across the Downtown Arts District, with special programming, an artisan market, live music, food and community organization booths. Participating sites include the El Paso Museum of Art, El Paso Museum of History and other Downtown venues.
When: 5-9 p.m. Thursday, March 19
Where: Downtown Arts District, 1 Civic Center Plaza and surrounding locations
Cost: Free
Information: epmcad.org
Biribá Union features Mike Block (cello, vocals), Christylez Bacon (beatbox, guitar, rhymes) and Patricia Ligia (electric bass, vocals). (Courtesy Biribá Union)
El Paso Pro-Musica presents ‘The Biriba Union’
The El Paso Pro-Musica concert series will feature the Biriba Union, an ensemble led by cellist Mike Block of the Silk Road Project. The trio blends original compositions with influences from Brazilian and Latin American traditions, hip-hop and American roots music, with an emphasis on jazz improvisation. The group will also perform at the free Bach’s Lunch program at noon Friday, March 20, at the El Paso Museum of Art, 1 Arts Festival Plaza.
When: 7:30 p.m. Saturday, March 21
Where: UTEP Fox Fine Arts Recital Hall, 500 W. University Ave.
Cost: $25 adults; $20 seniors/military; $5 students
Information: elpasopromusica.org
Landscape Expo
El Paso Water will host its annual Landscape Expo, offering guidance on water-smart landscaping for homes in the desert environment. The free, family-friendly event will feature landscape experts sharing tips on irrigation, plant selection and sustainable garden design, along with interactive garden activities for children, soil testing information and “ask the expert” resource tables.
When: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, March 21
Where: Tech2O Center, 10751 Montana Ave.
Cost: Free
Information: tech2o.org
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Chamizal National Memorial tour
Visitors can join a free guided tour of Chamizal National Memorial exploring the shifting course of the Rio Grande and the international dispute it created between the United States and Mexico. The tour will include a walk through the memorial grounds, stories about the Chamizal community and an opportunity to visit the site’s museum.
When: 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Saturday, March 21
Where: Chamizal National Memorial, 800 S. San Marcial St.
Cost: Free
Information: riograndetrailsandtales.org
Coming Up
Change Makers 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.
Amanda Ekery
Featured speaker is Grammy-nominated instrumentalist, vocalist and composer Amanda Ekery, who grew up in El Paso.
¡Viva La Causa!
The Mexican American Cultural Center will host a community event honoring the farm worker movement and leaders César Chávez, 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.
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
The city’s Municipal Services Center in the Lower Valley features “Symbiosis,” a mural by El Paso artist Cesar Inostroza that honors Earth Day. (Cindy Ramirez / El Paso Matters)
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.
Mark Your Calendar
El Paso Chihuahuas’ mascot Chico, left, with Ozzy of the El Paso Locomotive FC ahead of the teams’ 2026 season. (Courtesy El Paso Chihuahuas)
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
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
Lea the Owl, the El Paso Public Library ambassador, at the 2024 Día de los Niños / Día de los Libros celebration. (Courtesy El Paso Public Library)
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
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.
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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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