We won last year, can El Paso WinterFest be named among the best winter festivals in the United States of America two years in a row?
El Paso Winterfest officially opens up November 22 and will bring a winter wonderland to downtown El Paso through January 4, 2026. Plenty to eat, drink, see, marvel at and more … along with ice skating too … every day from 5pm – 11pm.
All that, along with a s***load of lights, in San Jacinto Plaza throughout the holidays.
Last year, El Paso WinterFest was named the 2nd best winter ‘fest, (aka “holiday market”), in the entire country by USA Today. This year, it’s Newsweek that has nominated El Paso Winterfest and voting has already begun.
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You can vote everyday from now through November 18th, cast your vote here. Winners will be announced on November 25th. Out of 15 cities selected from across the United States of America, El Paso is one of only 2 cities in the state of Texas to be nominated this year. Austin was the other.
Downtown Arts Festival Plaza and its surrounding areas come to life with lights, food, holiday shopping, festivities and an outdoor ice skating rink. WinterFest is a month long festival that is open every day and has something for all ages. Skate to holiday hits, enjoy charity and promotional nights and much more. – visitelpaso
When Does It Start?
Opening day is November 22nd, the same day as the annual downtown parade of lights. Learn more about WinterFest here or via their Facebook page.
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