Museums and Cultural Affairs Department - City of El Paso

Museums and Cultural Affairs Department - City of El Paso Working to increase opportunities to enjoy, engage and access the arts in El Paso!

MCAD works to:
1) Strengthen El Paso’s Cultural Infrastructure

2) Increase Access to Arts, Culture & Heritage Opportunities for citizens and visitors

3) Invest in El Paso’s Creative Resources

Reminder: Tonight's concert will take place indoors at the El Paso Mexican American Cultural Center!Stop by to hear grea...
10/15/2026

Reminder: Tonight's concert will take place indoors at the El Paso Mexican American Cultural Center!

Stop by to hear great music from Sonido Crudo, meet GECU, and get fun freebies. While you're there, register for the paid Convivencia: Antojitos y Artesanías experience featuring a delicious menu in partnership with Taconeta!

We'll see you soon for DJ Night at Party on the Plaza!

Party on the Plaza: Free Concert Series Presented by GECU

Vendors have been selected for Día de los Mu***os! The festival features a mercadito featuring local artisans selling ha...
10/15/2026

Vendors have been selected for Día de los Mu***os! The festival features a mercadito featuring local artisans selling handmade goods, centered on the event theme. We’ll also have food trucks in multiple spots this year. Stay tuned for the full list from The Market: El Paso Artisan and Farmers Market!

Día de los Mu***os is centered at the El Paso MACC and takes plaEl Paso MACC to 9pm on Saturday, October 24. The parade presented by GECU begins at 4pm.GECU

Third Thursday returns tomorrow, and the El Paso Downtown Arts District is full of activities! You can meet local photog...
10/14/2026

Third Thursday returns tomorrow, and the El Paso Downtown Arts District is full of activities! You can meet local photographers with our newest participant PEEP Photographers Collective, learn about a different artist each month with Las Artistas, enjoy hands-on activities across our sites, and much more.

PLEASE NOTE: Due to projected severe winds, our Party on the Plaza concert presented by GECU will be moving indoors to the El Paso Mexican American Cultural Center as part of their exciting Third Thursday lineup ahead of Dia de los Mu***os. See you there!

This week at Party on the Plaza, it's DJ Night! Sonido Crudo plays the free concert presented by GECU starting at 5:00pm...
10/13/2026

This week at Party on the Plaza, it's DJ Night! Sonido Crudo plays the free concert presented by GECU starting at 5:00pm. Bring your lawn chair and join us for an evening of great music and community at San Jacinto Plaza.

Party on the Plaza: Free Concert Series Presented by GECU

10/09/2026

We can’t wait to share another Día de los Mu***os festival y desfile with you on October 24. From free hands-on activities to artisan vendors to the incredible parade presented by GECU, you won’t want to miss our 9th annual event.

Join us from 11am to 9pm in the El Paso Downtown Arts District, with the parade at 4pm.

Jazz Night at Party on the Plaza was filled with fantastic music, fun giveaways, and special activities. Although the we...
10/08/2026

Jazz Night at Party on the Plaza was filled with fantastic music, fun giveaways, and special activities. Although the weather kicked us out a little early, we’re grateful we got to hear from talented performers including The Jazz Exchange Big Band and AC💀RUDO. Thanks to GECU for presenting this free series!

This month, it’s DJ Night! Stay tuned for more 👀

In less than three weeks, one of El Paso’s most beloved traditions returns to the Downtown Arts District! You don’t want...
10/07/2026

In less than three weeks, one of El Paso’s most beloved traditions returns to the Downtown Arts District! You don’t want to miss Día de los Mu***os on 10/24, with our festival centered at the El Paso MACC. Here are just a few photos of last year’s parade presented by GECU!

10/03/2026

We’re having so much fun kicking off Chalk the Block ✨🎨! From live performances to huge installations to beautiful artwork, there’s so much to see this weekend in the Downtown Arts District. Thanks to our Title Sponsor raiz.us! Come meet them on Oregon near San Jacinto Plaza.

10/02/2026

Don’t miss Chalk The Block 2026 kicking off TOMORROW at 10am! Thanks to our title sponsor Raiz Federal Credit Union!

Opening tomorrow at the El Paso Museum of History!
09/26/2026

Opening tomorrow at the El Paso Museum of History!

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400 W San Antonio Avenue, Ste A
El Paso, TX
79901

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Monday 7am - 6pm
Tuesday 7am - 6pm
Wednesday 7am - 6pm
Thursday 7am - 6pm

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