El Paso Events
Events in and around the El Paso area.
March 2025
Mar
22
10:00a
End Date
Junior Ranger Academy
Davis Mountains State Park
This fun, ranger-led workshop is aimed for kids, ages 5-12 (but open to all), who want to build their outdoor skills.
Mar
22
9:00p
End Date
The Stars At Night
Davis Mountains State Park
Join Ranger Layla on a star-studded evening of dark sky appreciation.
Mar
23
8:00a
End Date
Old Tin Mine Hike
Franklin Mountains State Park
Join a park ranger or volunteer guides for a hike out to the El Paso Tin Mines, the remains of a mining operation from the early 1900s.
Mar
27
10:00a
End Date
Hike With Homeless Dogs
Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
Mar
28
2:00p
End Date
Desert Spring Blooms
Davis Mountains State Park
By late March, desert plants start popping out some color. Let's talk a hike and see what's blooming.
Mar
28
7:00p
End Date
Hubble's Night Sky Challenge Star Party
Franklin Mountains State Park
Celebrate 35 years of Hubble observations with a year-long night sky stargazing adventure for amateur astronomy enthusiasts.
Mar
29
9:00p
End Date
Miles & Miles of Stars
Davis Mountains State Park
Come join us as we appreciate some of the darkest skies in the U.S.
Mar
30
8:30a
End Date
Last Sunday Hike - Schaeffer Shuffle
Franklin Mountains State Park
Join a park ranger on a guided hike through the Western foothills of the Franklin Mountains.
April 2025
Apr
3
10:00a
End Date
Hike With Homeless Dogs
Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
Apr
5
2:00p
End Date
iNaturalist 101
Franklin Mountains State Park
Ever found a plant or animal in the park, or even your backyard, and asked "What is that?" Want to participate in this year's City Nature Challenge, a bioblitz-style competition to see which city can get the most number of people identifying plants and animals? Join us to learn how to use this amazing citizen science app!
Apr
6
8:30a
End Date
Women's Hike - Lower Sunset
Franklin Mountains State Park
Come explore the beautiful Chihuahuan Desert with other women, led by a female ranger or volunteer. Learn about best hiking practices and the unique desert ecosystems. This hike is open to women of all experience levels who are excited to spend more quality time outdoors.
Apr
8
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Program
Davis Mountains State Park
This outdoor education program promises a fun time for kids and parents.
Apr
10
10:00a
End Date
Hike With Homeless Dogs
Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
Apr
12
11:00a
End Date
Balmorhea Community Day
Balmorhea State Park
A free park entry day full of atlatl throwing, specialty tours, crafts, 10+ education tables, and (of course) swimming!
Apr
13
7:30a
End Date
Peak Challenge - Thousand Steps
Franklin Mountains State Park
Challenge yourself against some of the most difficult hikes in the Franklin Mountains.
Apr
17
10:00a
End Date
Hike With Homeless Dogs
Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
Apr
18
10:00a
End Date
Project WILD Workshop - El Paso
El Paso, TX - Joyce Jaynes Branch - El Paso del Norte YWCA
Professional development for anyone who works in education with children or the public, including teachers, homeschoolers, informal educators, and scout leaders
Apr
20
8:30a
End Date
Lantern-lit Mine Tour
Franklin Mountains State Park
Step back in time and explore the copper prospecting mine by lantern light.
Apr
20
11:00a
End Date
Prospect Mine Tour
Franklin Mountains State Park
Join us for a hike out to the copper prospecting mines.
Apr
20
2:00p
End Date
Prospect Mine Tour
Franklin Mountains State Park
Join us for a hike out to the copper prospecting mines.
Apr
24
10:00a
End Date
Hike With Homeless Dogs
Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
Apr
25
6:45p
End Date
Night Critter Crawl
Franklin Mountains State Park
Join the Franklin Mountains Rangers for an evening hike to explore the night life at Franklin Mountains State Park. Don't forget to add your observations on iNaturalist to count toward the City Nature Challenge!
May 2025
May
13
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Program
Davis Mountains State Park
This outdoor education program promises a fun time for kids and parents.
June 2025
Jun
10
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Program
Davis Mountains State Park
This outdoor education program promises a fun time for kids and parents.