Calendar of Events

El Paso Events

Events in and around the El Paso area.

October 2025

Oct 24
2:00p
End Date

Fort Davis Tales

Davis Mountains State Park
Come hear stories about the colorful characters and events which shaped the development of the coolest town in Texas (and highest county seat).
Oct 25
9:00a
End Date

Morning Nature Walk

Davis Mountains State Park
Discovery the wide variety of animal & plant species residing in the park.
Oct 25
8:00p
End Date

***POSTPONED*** Star Party in the Borderlands *Reservations Required*

Big Bend Ranch State Park
***This event has been postponed due to weather*** The stars at night are big and bright✨✨✨! Join park rangers on a tour across our galactic neighborhood.
Oct 25
8:30p
End Date

Night at the Boo-seum

Balmorhea State Park
Bring a flashlight and meet the ghouls of the pool!
Oct 26
8:30a
End Date

Last Sunday Hike - Beginner's Loop

Franklin Mountains State Park
Join a park ranger on a guided hike through the Western foothills of the Franklin Mountains.
Oct 26
9:45a
End Date

Carved Pumpkin Contest

Franklin Mountains State Park
Feeling artistic? Participate in our carved pumpkin contest!
Oct 26
10:00a
End Date

Halloween Fest 2025

Franklin Mountains State Park
It is almost Halloween and that means creepy critter talk!
Oct 29
9:00a
End Date

Morning Nature Walk

Davis Mountains State Park
Discovery the wide variety of animal & plant species residing in the park.
Oct 29
8:00p
End Date

Miles of Stars

Davis Mountains State Park
Come join us as we appreciate some of the darkest skies in the U.S.
Oct 30
9:00a
End Date

Hike With Homeless Dogs

Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
Oct 30
7:00p
End Date

Legends of Fort Leaton (By Reservation Only)

Fort Leaton State Historic Site
La Llorona, shots in the dark, colorful characters, and legends passed down through the oral traditions of the borderlands—all of these come to life through the stories and features of Fort Leaton.
Oct 31
10:00a
End Date

Birds, Bees, & Butterflies

Davis Mountains State Park
Pollinators play a vital role in the survival of 90% of flowering plants and 1/3 of food crops. Come check out our "pollinator garden" by the Interpretive Center, and learn how you can start one too.
Oct 31
10:00a
End Date

Dia de los Muertos Sugar Skulls and more

Fort Leaton State Historic Site
Join Presidio High School art students in making authentic sugar skulls, alebrijes and papel picado for the ofrendas of Dia de los Muertos. Come see how this day of remembrance is celebrated on the Borderlands.
Oct 31
7:00p
End Date

Legends of Fort Leaton (By Reservation Only)

Fort Leaton State Historic Site
La Llorona, shots in the dark, colorful characters, and legends passed down through the oral traditions of the borderlands—all of these come to life through the stories and features of Fort Leaton.
Oct 31
7:30p
End Date

Creepy Crawlies After Dark: Night Hike 🕸️🦂

Big Bend Ranch State Park
Discover glowing scorpions, spooky sounds, and the desert’s creepy crawlies that come alive after dark.

November 2025

Nov 1 End Date

Dia de los Muertos

Fort Leaton State Historic Site
Celebrate the families who called Fort Leaton home for generations by joining in the cultural traditions of Dia de los Muertos!
Nov 1
11:00a
End Date

Book Lady Book Fair

Davis Mountains State Park
Come browse Margaret's (Book Lady) collection of books, many of which focus on the outdoors...all for FREE!
Nov 1
2:00p
End Date

Mexican Free-Nosed Bats...The Hummingbats of Texas

Davis Mountains State Park
Bats play a vital role in our ecosystem. They also have a fascinating relationship with century plants (the blooming flower of Havard agaves). Come learn how these migratory pollinators procured their peculiar nickname.
Nov 6
10:00a
End Date

Hike With Homeless Dogs

Davis Mountains State Park
Give a local shelter dog have a great time on the trail and possibly meet your new forever friend.
Nov 7
10:00a
End Date

Master Naturalist Hike

Davis Mountains State Park
Take an introductory deep dive into the Davis Mountains on this moderate walk 'n' talk.
Nov 7
10:00a
End Date

TPWD Career & Volunteer Fair

Hueco Tanks State Park & Historic Site
Come learn about opportunities to work or volunteer with TPWD! Come visit us and learn how you can get involved in our mission to conserve Texas' natural beauty!! We invite you to explore Hueco Tanks State Park! FREE Day-Use park entry for fair attendees! ***Mandatory orientation is required for all visitors wishing to access the park trails following the career fair.
Nov 7
12:00p
End Date

ONLINE PROGRAM | Fun Facts: Trans-Pecos Rat Snake

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Who can be scared of this snake with those cute googly eyes?
Nov 11
10:00a
End Date

Nature's Classroom - Home School Program

Davis Mountains State Park
This monthly outdoor education program promises a fun and educational time for kids and parents.
Nov 13
10:00a
End Date

Hike With Homeless Dogs

Davis Mountains State Park
Give a local shelter dog have a great time on the trail and possibly meet your new forever friend.
Nov 14
4:00p
End Date

Indian Lodge Tour

Davis Mountains State Park
Discover the history behind the ONLY hotel in the Texas State Park system.
Nov 14
8:00p
End Date

Star Party at the Fort

Fort Leaton State Historic Site
The Greater Big Bend International Dark Sky Reserve is the largest in the world and the Star Party at the Fort is a great way to view the darkest skies in Texas.
Nov 15
10:00a
End Date

Indigenous Trade at the Fort

Fort Leaton State Historic Site
See how trade on the Chihuahuan Trail evolved between Native Americans and Europeans at the Fort Leaton then learn how to make your own pottery.
Nov 19
10:00a
End Date

ONLINE PROGRAM | Ask-the-Expert: Texas A & M AgriLife Nutrition Program

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Join us live to learn the different programs Texas A & M AgriLife hosts in our city.
Nov 19
7:00p
End Date

Miles of Stars

Davis Mountains State Park
Join us as we appreciate some of the darkest skies in the U.S. through storytelling and telescope viewing.
Nov 20
10:00a
End Date

Hike With Homeless Dogs

Davis Mountains State Park
Give a local shelter dog have a great time on the trail and possibly meet your new forever friend.
Nov 21
10:00a
End Date

You Woodn't Believe it

Big Bend Ranch State Park
A guided hike learning about the sweet, and sometimes vexing properties of the honey mesquite trees as well as the natural medicinal properties of the creosote bush.
Nov 21
10:00a
End Date

Master Naturalist Hike

Davis Mountains State Park
Take an introductory deep dive into the Davis Mountains on this moderate walk 'n' talk.
Nov 21
4:00p
End Date

Indian Lodge Tour

Davis Mountains State Park
Discover the history behind the ONLY hotel in the Texas State Park system.
Nov 22
6:30p
End Date

Star Party in the Borderlands *Reservations Required*

Big Bend Ranch State Park
The stars at night are big and bright✨✨✨! Join park rangers on a tour across our galactic neighborhood.
Nov 26
10:00a
End Date

Why Does Everything Hurt?

Fort Leaton State Historic Site
Join us for a walk along the Fort Leaton Nature Trail to learn why desert plants are so prickly!
Nov 26
7:00p
End Date

Miles of Stars

Davis Mountains State Park
Join us as we appreciate some of the darkest skies in the U.S. through storytelling and telescope viewing.

December 2025

Dec 3
9:00a
End Date

Rocking n' Rolling

Big Bend Ranch State Park
See forces of nature at work, get your hands dirty, and test out your trail engineering skills at this geology program.
Dec 4
10:00a
End Date

Hike With Homeless Dogs

Davis Mountains State Park
Give a local shelter dog have a great time on the trail and possibly meet your new forever friend.
Dec 5
10:00a
End Date

Master Naturalist Hike

Davis Mountains State Park
Take an introductory deep dive into the Davis Mountains on this moderate walk 'n' talk.
Dec 5
12:00p
End Date

ONLINE PROGRAM | Fun Facts: Loggerhead Shrike

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This bird is known for its unique custom of impaling its prey.
Dec 9
10:00a
End Date

Nature's Classroom - Home School Program

Davis Mountains State Park
This monthly outdoor education program promises a fun and educational time for kids and parents.
Dec 11
10:00a
End Date

Hike With Homeless Dogs

Davis Mountains State Park
Give a local shelter dog have a great time on the trail and possibly meet your new forever friend.
Dec 18
10:00a
End Date

Hike With Homeless Dogs

Davis Mountains State Park
Give a local shelter dog have a great time on the trail and possibly meet your new forever friend.
Dec 19
10:00a
End Date

Master Naturalist Hike

Davis Mountains State Park
Take an introductory deep dive into the Davis Mountains on this moderate walk 'n' talk.
Dec 20
6:30p
End Date

Star Party in the Borderlands *Reservations Required*

Big Bend Ranch State Park
The stars at night are big and bright✨✨✨! Join park rangers on a tour across our galactic neighborhood.

January 2026

Jan 1
10:00a
End Date

Hike With Homeless Dogs

Davis Mountains State Park
Give a local shelter dog have a great time on the trail and possibly meet your new forever friend.
Jan 8
10:00a
End Date

Hike With Homeless Dogs

Davis Mountains State Park
Give a local shelter dog have a great time on the trail and possibly meet your new forever friend.
Jan 13
10:00a
End Date

Nature's Classroom - Home School Program

Davis Mountains State Park
This monthly outdoor education program promises a fun and educational time for kids and parents.
Jan 15
10:00a
End Date

Hike With Homeless Dogs

Davis Mountains State Park
Give a local shelter dog have a great time on the trail and possibly meet your new forever friend.
Jan 17
6:30p
End Date

Star Party in the Borderlands *Reservations Required*

Big Bend Ranch State Park
The stars at night are big and bright✨✨✨! Join park rangers on a tour across our galactic neighborhood.
Jan 22
10:00a
End Date

Hike With Homeless Dogs

Davis Mountains State Park
Give a local shelter dog have a great time on the trail and possibly meet your new forever friend.
Jan 29
10:00a
End Date

Hike With Homeless Dogs

Davis Mountains State Park
Give a local shelter dog have a great time on the trail and possibly meet your new forever friend.

February 2026

Feb 5
10:00a
End Date

Hike With Homeless Dogs

Davis Mountains State Park
Give a local shelter dog have a great time on the trail and possibly meet your new forever friend.
Feb 10
10:00a
End Date

Nature's Classroom - Home School Program

Davis Mountains State Park
This monthly outdoor education program promises a fun and educational time for kids and parents.
Feb 12
10:00a
End Date

Hike With Homeless Dogs

Davis Mountains State Park
Give a local shelter dog have a great time on the trail and possibly meet your new forever friend.
Feb 19
10:00a
End Date

Hike With Homeless Dogs

Davis Mountains State Park
Give a local shelter dog have a great time on the trail and possibly meet your new forever friend.
Feb 26
10:00a
End Date

Hike With Homeless Dogs

Davis Mountains State Park
Give a local shelter dog have a great time on the trail and possibly meet your new forever friend.

March 2026

Mar 5
10:00a
End Date

Hike With Homeless Dogs

Davis Mountains State Park
Give a local shelter dog have a great time on the trail and possibly meet your new forever friend.
Mar 10
10:00a
End Date

Nature's Classroom - Home School Program

Davis Mountains State Park
This monthly outdoor education program promises a fun and educational time for kids and parents.
Mar 12
10:00a
End Date

Hike With Homeless Dogs

Davis Mountains State Park
Give a local shelter dog have a great time on the trail and possibly meet your new forever friend.
Mar 19
10:00a
End Date

Hike With Homeless Dogs

Davis Mountains State Park
Give a local shelter dog have a great time on the trail and possibly meet your new forever friend.
Mar 26
10:00a
End Date

Hike With Homeless Dogs

Davis Mountains State Park
Give a local shelter dog have a great time on the trail and possibly meet your new forever friend.

April 2026

Apr 2
10:00a
End Date

Hike With Homeless Dogs

Davis Mountains State Park
Give a local shelter dog have a great time on the trail and possibly meet your new forever friend.
Apr 9
10:00a
End Date

Hike With Homeless Dogs

Davis Mountains State Park
Give a local shelter dog have a great time on the trail and possibly meet your new forever friend.
Apr 14
10:00a
End Date

Nature's Classroom - Home School Program

Davis Mountains State Park
This monthly outdoor education program promises a fun and educational time for kids and parents.
Apr 16
10:00a
End Date

Hike With Homeless Dogs

Davis Mountains State Park
Give a local shelter dog have a great time on the trail and possibly meet your new forever friend.
Apr 23
10:00a
End Date

Hike With Homeless Dogs

Davis Mountains State Park
Give a local shelter dog have a great time on the trail and possibly meet your new forever friend.
Apr 30
10:00a
End Date

Hike With Homeless Dogs

Davis Mountains State Park
Give a local shelter dog have a great time on the trail and possibly meet your new forever friend.

May 2026

May 12
10:00a
End Date

Nature's Classroom - Home School Program

Davis Mountains State Park
This monthly outdoor education program promises a fun and educational time for kids and parents.

June 2026

Jun 9
10:00a
End Date

Nature's Classroom - Home School Program

Davis Mountains State Park
This monthly outdoor education program promises a fun and educational time for kids and parents.