Entertainment
When you combine the entertainment options of three cities, there’s almost no end to what you can do. With award-winning festivals, thriving nightlife, classy Broadway shows and much more, you’re guaranteed to find the party you’re looking for.
Due to the pandemic, many of these entertainment options are currently closed, canceled or cautiously moving forward. Please check their websites before finalizing any plans.
El Paso
Neon Desert Music Festival (NDMF)
Since 2010, NDMF has provided the region’s artistic community with an outlet to showcase their talents alongside the world’s biggest headliners. With multiple outdoor stages, regional artist displays and a diverse music lineup with acts from across the globe, NDMF is the region’s premier music festival.
Chalk the Block (CTB)
Chalk the Block is one of El Paso’s favorite family-friendly events. As the largest free three-day public arts festival in the Southwest, CTB draws more than 40,000 people each year with interactive art installations, live performances, a sidewalk chalk art competition, art and food vendors, and more.
The Plaza Classic Film Festival
The Plaza Classic Film Festival began in 2008 and quickly became a smash hit among El Pasoans and out-of-towners alike. Now the world’s largest classic film festival, the Plaza Classic averages an attendance of 40,000 people a year and has brought in such legendary guests as Al Pacino, Debbie Reynolds, Sam Elliott, Tippi Hedren and more. The festival has also become a major showcase for regional filmmakers through its Local Flavor series, with $1,750 in cash prizes given to local filmmakers in the 2019 Local Flavor Awards.
Winterfest
El Paso’s favorite winter festivity takes place in the heart of downtown, and each year is bigger, brighter and cooler than the last. With ice skating, a parade, holiday movies at the Plaza Theatre and so much more, Winterfest is guaranteed fun for the whole family.
Juárez
La Feria Juárez
La Feria Juárez has been a smash hit with families throughout the region for years. With games, rides, concerts, food stalls and beyond, this four-week-long party is something you’ll definitely want to experience.
Tecate Supremo
With a name like Tecate Supremo, how could you not check out this festival? Bands from all over the world come together at Juárez’s historic El Parque Chamizal every year. Join them and have a blast!
Festival Sin Fronteras
Festival Sin Fronteras celebrates the bicultural pride of our region with acts from Mexico, the U.S. and beyond. Bands like Stone Temple Pilots, Panteón Rococó and more have made an appearance. You should, too.
Festival Borderland
Billed as the largest independent festival in Ciudad Juárez, Festival Borderland brings some of Mexico’s top indie bands together for a day of fun in the desert sun.
Las Cruces
La Viña Harvest Wine Festival
Each October, the oldest wine festival in New Mexico features food, entertainment and plenty of wine produced by New Mexico’s oldest winery.
Southern New Mexico State Fair & Rodeo
The Southern New Mexico State Fair features games, an auction, food, music, livestock shows and a rodeo all in a family-friendly environment.
White Sands Hot Air Balloon Invitational
An absolutely breathtaking collection of colorful balloons dot the sky over the otherworldly dunes of White Sands National Park. It takes place every September.
Hatch Chile Festival
Food, crafts, an auction, live music and the best chile in the world make the Hatch Chile festival something you won’t want to miss. Just a few miles North of Las Cruces.
Night life
El Paso
Cincinnati Entertainment District
The Cincinnati Entertainment District is located just a few blocks East of The University of Texas at El Paso, and is a staple of the city’s nightlife scene. With its own stop on the El Paso Streetcar and numerous bars and restaurants in the area, you won’t have to go far to have a great night.
Downtown El Paso
From legendary dive bars to world-class Broadway shows and some of the most upscale restaurants in El Paso, downtown has a little something for everyone to enjoy — guaranteed.
Montecillo
In less than 10 years, this master-planned urban community on the west side of El Paso has become one of the city’s hippest nightlife hot spots. Bars. Restaurants. Alamo Drafthouse. Topgolf. Indoor skydiving. Need we say more?
Five Points
Central El Paso’s Five Points district is known for its popular bars and cool cafés, each of which regularly features live music of all kinds.
Juárez
World-Famous Kentucky club
The fabled birthplace of the margarita, the Kentucky Club has been a Juárez staple since 1920. No first trip to Juárez is complete without a stop here.
Centro (Downtown Juárez)
Centro is a hot spot for bars, nightclubs, restaurants and more. Take a walk down Avenida Benito Juárez and find the one that suits you best.
Thomãs Kitchen-Bar
This trendy restaurant and bar built in a pair of shipping containers is becoming one of the go-to places for a good time in Ciudad Juárez. Turn up for their popular margaritas and Moscow Mules, or show up for their popular weekend brunch.
Leprechaun Irish Pub
A little slice of Ireland in northern Mexico, Leprechaun Irish Pub features a healthy supply of local and imported beers and spirits. If you find yourself in town for St. Patrick’s Day, this is the place to be.
Las Cruces
Downtown Las Cruces
From bars, restaurants and breweries to a tap house, winery and distillery, downtown Las Cruces has a libation for any occasion.
El Patio
El Patio, a Mesilla landmark, has been on the plaza for 75 years. This full-service bar is open daily and features live music most nights.
Azul Ultra Lounge
Las Cruces' premier nightclub Azul Ultra Lounge features live entertainment, custom cocktails, and a beautiful outdoor patio and indoor lounge.
The Game Sports Bar and Grill
With two locations, the Game I and II are some of Las Cruces’ favorite sports bars. A huge outdoor patio, live music on the weekends and 25 big screen TV’s overseeing the Organ Mountains make sure of it.