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Summer is almost here! Take a look at this list of fun things to do in and around your apartment in El Paso this June! Have fun, be safe, and have a super summer, too!
El Paso Chihuahuas
Take me out to the ball park!
See the full summer schedule here.
El Paso Museum of Archaeology
Demonstrations every Saturday of the month
11:00 a.m. – 2: oo p.m.
4301 Woodrow Bean Transmountain
National Trails Day Hike
June 3
Wyler Aerial Tramway
Celebrate National Trails Day with a hike up and around Ranger Peak.
Cinderella
June 6
7:30 p.m.
The Plaza Theatre
Hueco Tanks Rare Plant Tour!
Jun 10
Hueco Tanks State Park & Historic Site
Did you know Hueco Tanks is home to plants that only grow here in the entire United States? Come find out why.
Wings of the World Bird Show
Every Wednesday and Saturday in June
12:30 pm. & 2:30 p.m.
El Paso Zoo
Women's Hike – Hueco Tanks
June 10
Hueco Tanks State Park & Historic Site
A women-only hike in Hueco Tanks with Park Interpreter Dr. Kendra Moore.
Outdoor Cooking – Back to Basics
June 17
Wyler Aerial Tramway
Learn how to cook on a Dutch Oven.
PAW Patrol, LIVE!
June 16
The Plaza Theatre Performing Arts Center
ElPaso Street Fest
June 23
6:00 p.m.
1 Civic Center Plaza
Last Sunday Hike
June 25
Wyler Aerial Tramway
Learn about the wildlife of the Franklin Mountains!
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Springtime is one of the best times to head outdoors from your apartment in El Paso to enjoy all the local color and lovely events that flourish this time of the year. To help you enjoy all that there is to do in your back yard, we’ve picked a few of our favorites to share with you now!
Michael McDonald Performs at The Plaza Theatre in El Paso
April 4 – 7:30 pm
Plaza Theatre
1 Civic Center Plaza
El Paso, TX
A great family-friendly concert is coming to El Paso when Michael McDonald take the stage at the Plaza Theatre. A legend of the top music chart hits for four decades, Michael is well know for his career with the Doobie Brothers when hits like “What a Fool Believes” and solo hits like “I Keep Forgettin” were playing on radio stations throughout the world. Get the family together, get your tickets, and go enjoy an evening of timeless music for a great night on the town.
21st Annual Veterans Parade in San Elizario
April 5
San Elizario Historic District
The 21th Annual Veterans Parade & Celebration is coming our way in El Paso. It starts starts at 9 a.m. at Thompson Rd and Socorro Rd and heads east on Socorro Road to Main Street in San Elizario and ends at Veterans Memorial Plaza in front of the San Elizario Church. Stay to watch the Veteran presentations, annual Lighting of the Candels and POW-MIA festivities.
Arts in the Parks Workshop Series: Photography
April 15
12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
1700 McKinley Ave, El Paso, TX 79930
Wyler Aerial Tramway State Park
There’s always something to do in and around our apartments in El Paso and this spring is no exception. Get your calendar, pull out your camera, and head to the Wyler Aerial Tramway State Park to enjoy a fun and educational day with famed photographer David Quintanilla. With his personal guidance, you will have the opportunity to practice your photography skills and enjoy the views at the park. A special note: If you participate in this workshop you will be able to participate on our Arts in the Parks exhibition at the International Museum of Art in El Paso.
La Viña Winery Spring Wine Festival
April 22 – 23
La Viña Winery
One of our favorite springtime events is on tap Saturday April 22 and Sunday April 23 2017, from noon to 7 p.m. when La Viña Winery hosts their annual Spring Wine Festival.
Over 20 wines will be available for tasting and purchase. Adult admission to the festival is $20 and includes a souvenir glass and a choice of 9 wines or a glass of wine. There is a $10 admission for 12-20 years of age and those under the age of 12 will be admitted free.
Arts in the Parks Workshop Series: Acrylic Painting
April 22 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
1700 McKinley Ave, El Paso, TX 79930
Wyler Aerial Tramway State Park
Here’s another wonderful opportunity to enhance your artistic talents! Head to the Wyler Aerial Tramway State Park on April 22 for a free Acrylic Painting session with Missy Mitchel. Be sure to bring 1 small and 1 medium sized acrylic paint brushes; the rest of the tools and paints will be supplied. If you participate in this workshop you will be able to participate on our Arts in the Parks exhibition at the International Museum of Art in El Paso.
Sun City Craft Beer Festival
April 29th
Convention Center Plaza
It’s time again for the biggest craft beer festival in El Paso! If you enjoy sipping brews in the sunshine while listing to some great bands and eating scrumptious food, make plans now to head on out to the Sun City Craft Beer Festival on April 29th. This year they will showcase over 150 different craft beers brought to you from 60 breweries from near and far. There’s plenty for kids of all ages to make this a great spring day for all involved.
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It’s time to make time and take time to get the family outside of your apartment in El Paso to join in all of the festivities that make our city such a great place to call ‘home’.
The 24th Annual 5K Run/Walk & 1 Mile Roll/Walk
October 1, 2016
Ascarate Park
In Celebration of National Physical Therapy Month, the El Paso Physical Therapy District presents this family run, walk, and stroll event. It’s part of the El Paso Marathon “More Than A Marathon” 5K Race series challenge and is presented by “Up and Running”.
You can Register now at Race Adventures Unlimited for only $25. (The first 200 registered participants receive a free event t-shirt!). The Race Day registration fee is $30 (cash only). As with all of these events, there are awards and prizes with trophies presented to the “Largest Team”, “Overall Male Best Time”, “Overall Female Best Time”, and medals to the top three finishers in the female and male wheelchair division. Kids trophies are awarded as well in variety of age categories.
And here’s the best part, the proceeds benefit the El Paso Spinal Cord Support Group and the Greater El Paso Physical Therapy District
Micheladas and Taco Festival
October 1
This is another ‘must-do’ event that is hosted annually each fall. Come for the fun, the food, and all the festivities that wrap around this annual contest to see who makes the best “Michelada” in town!
History notes that there are numerous variations of this classic Mexican Cerveza that may include beer, lime juice, spices, and such. Depending on where you were raised, it may differ in flavor as there are distinctions is design from Mexico, to Latin America, and the USA. And it is because of its worldly popularity that this completion was born.
Yet it’s not all about the competition. The Fiesta overflows with lots of activity for all ages with music, tacos galore, arts and more for all to enjoy on the San Jacinto Plaza, downtown.
Tickets are $10 or $20 which includes a commemorative cup and unlimited samples (age 21 and older only). For more information, call 929-0502 or click here to EventBrite.com
Fall Festivals, More Fun, in El Paso
There are so many benefits of living and working in and around El Paso, and living in our community right here at Pinon Trails apartments. When you are looking for something to do with your family and friends, we highly recommend the “Visit El Paso” website as one of the best guides to where to go, what to do, and what to see throughout our lively hometown.
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