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NorthEaster Parade, El Paso Zoo Eggstravaganza, egg hunts, carnivals fill April events calendar [1]

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Date: 2025-04-03

Whether you’re celebrating Easter or the arrival of spring, there’s plenty of family-friendly events throughout the El Paso region this season, including the annual NorthEaster Parade, spring carnivals at city recreation centers – and more egg hunts than you can shake your bunny tail at.

SATURDAY, APRIL 5

Visit with the Easter Bunny at the Outlet Shoppes

Bring your own camera for photos with the Easter Bunny. Shopping, music, treats.

When : Noon-4 p.m. April 5, April 12-13 and April 19

: Noon-4 p.m. April 5, April 12-13 and April 19 Where : Outlet Shoppes at El Paso Center Court, 7051 S. Desert Blvd.

: Outlet Shoppes at El Paso Center Court, 7051 S. Desert Blvd. Information: Outlet Shoppes

Easter Fair at Bassett Place

Coloring pages, face painting, balloon animals, live bunnies to pet or adopt, vendors, music. Easter Bunny arrival.

When: Noon-4 p.m. April 5

Noon-4 p.m. April 5 Where: Bassett Place, 6101 Gateway Blvd. West

Bassett Place, 6101 Gateway Blvd. West Information: Bassett Place

Easter Arts & Crafts Market

Food, performances, live music, vendors, raffles, family activities.

When: Noon-7 p.m. April 5-6

Noon-7 p.m. April 5-6 Where: Bassett Place, 6101 Gateway Blvd. West

Bassett Place, 6101 Gateway Blvd. West Information: Bassett Place

Village of Vinton’s annual Easter Eggstravaganza

Games, crafts, face painting, music, inflatables, food trucks, vendors and raffles. Easter egg hunt for children 12 and younger.

When : 10 a.m.-1 p.m. April 5. Photos with Easter Bunny noon-1 p.m.; egg hunt registration begins at 10 a.m.; hunt begins at 11 a.m.

: 10 a.m.-1 p.m. April 5. Photos with Easter Bunny noon-1 p.m.; egg hunt registration begins at 10 a.m.; hunt begins at 11 a.m. Where : Drive Applegate Park, 436 E. Vinton Road, Vinton, Texas

: Drive Applegate Park, 436 E. Vinton Road, Vinton, Texas Informaton: Village of Vinton

SATURDAY, APRIL 12

Eggstravaganza and Party for the Planet

The El Paso Zoo is hosting the family-friendly event with live entertainment, engaging zoo talks and interactive educational tables with hands-on activities as part of the Earth Day Celebration. Regular admission prices.

When : 10 a.m.-3 p.m. April 12

: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. April 12 Where : El Paso Zoo, 4001 E. Paisano Drive

: El Paso Zoo, 4001 E. Paisano Drive Information: El Paso Zoo

EPCSO Easter Egg Hunt: Lower Valley

The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office with El Paso County Commissioner Iliana Holguin are hosting an Easter egg hunt featuring food, games, music and free Easter basket giveaways while supplies last.

When : 10 a.m.-noon April 12

: 10 a.m.-noon April 12 Where : Veterans Park, 602 N.E. 4th St. Fabens, Texas

: Veterans Park, 602 N.E. 4th St. Fabens, Texas Information: EPCSO

SUNDAY, APRIL 13

Sunday Market Spring Edition

The Kaleidoscope Art Market features egg hunt, vendors, food, live music, pictures with the Easter Bunny, basket giveaway.

When : 10 a.m.-3 p.m. April 13

: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. April 13 Where : El Paso County Coliseum, 4100 E. Paisano Drive

: El Paso County Coliseum, 4100 E. Paisano Drive Information: Kaleidoscope Art Market

Floats such as this one in 2024 are part of the annual NorthEaster Parade in Northeast El Paso. (Courtesy NorthEaster Parade)

SATURDAY, APRIL 19

47th Annual NorthEaster Parade

The Mimbela Family NorthEaster Parade features floats, marching bands, local organizations, music and dance performances. This year’s theme is “Traditional Easter” and the grand marshal is retired U.S. Army 1st Sgt. Dan Webb, founder of Veterans at Breakfast and a supporter of other veteran groups and organizations.

When : 10 a.m. April 19

: 10 a.m. April 19 Where : Parade starts at intersection of Diana Drive and Hercules Avenue, goes north on Diana Drive and east on Hondo Pass Drive.

: Parade starts at intersection of Diana Drive and Hercules Avenue, goes north on Diana Drive and east on Hondo Pass Drive. Information: NorthEaster Parade or on Facebook

Easter Egg-Stravaganza Carnivals

The city of El Paso’s Parks and Recreation Department is hosting spring carnivals with family-friendly activities, jumping balloons, games and arts and crafts for children of all ages April 18-19. Egg hunts and other activities will be held at designated times. Check Parks & Rec on Facebook for details. Free admission.

Noon-3 p.m. Friday, April 18:

Armijo Recreation Center, 700 E. Seventh Ave.

Chihuahuita Recreation Center, 417 Charles Road

Rae Gilmore Recreation Center/Mountain View Park, 8501 Diana Drive

San Juan Recreation Center, 701 N. Glenwood St.

4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Friday, April 18

Seville Recreation Center, 6700 Sambrano Ave.

10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 19

Chamizal Community Center, 2119 Cypress Ave.

Don Haskins Recreation Center, 7400 High Ridge Drive

Galatzan Recreation Center, 650 Wallenberg Drive

Gary Del Palacio Recreation Center, 3001 Parkwood Drive

Marty Robbins Recreation Center, 11620 Vista del Sol Drive

Michelle T. Adjemian Recreation Center, 9031 Viscount Blvd.

Nolan Richardson Recreation Center, 4435 Maxwell Ave.

Officer David Ortiz Recreation Center, 563 N. Carolina Drive

Pat O’Rourke Recreation Center, 901 N. Virginia St.

Pavo Real Recreation Center, 9301 Alameda Ave.

Sylvia A. Carreon Community Center, 709 Lomita Drive

The Beast Urban Park, 13501 Jason Crandall Drive

Valle Bajo Recreation Center, 7380 Alameda Ave.

Veterans Recreation Center, 5301 Salem Drive

Wayne Thornton Community Center at Grandview, 3134 Jefferson Ave.

Information: ElPasoTexas.gov/parks.

City of Socorro’s Easter Eggstravaganza & Color Run

The annual event returns with the walk/run race, a clown show, activities and an egg hunt. Race registration forms can be found here. Race starts at 8 a.m.; clown show at 11 a.m. and the egg hunt at noon.

When: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. April 19

8 a.m.-5 p.m. April 19 Where : Bulldog Park, 316 Burford Drive

: Bulldog Park, 316 Burford Drive Information: City of Socorro

EPCSO Easter Egg Hunt: East Montana

The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office with El Paso County Commissioner Jackie Butler are hosting an easter egg hunt featuring food, games, music and free Easter basket giveaways while supplies last.

When: 11 a.m.-3 p.m. April 19

11 a.m.-3 p.m. April 19 Where: Ruben Estrella Park, 14590 Greg Drive

Ruben Estrella Park, 14590 Greg Drive Information: EPCSO

Wine Tasting and Egg Hunt at Zin Valle

Easter egg hunt, a visit by the Easter bunny, wine tastings and sales, live music and food trucks. Find the special egg and win a bottle of wine. Live music 1-4 p.m. Bring your own blankets or chairs. Free admission.

When : Noon- 5 p.m. April 19

: Noon- 5 p.m. April 19 Where: Zin Valle Vineyards, 7315 Canutillo-La Union Road

Zin Valle Vineyards, 7315 Canutillo-La Union Road Information: Zin Valle or [email protected]

Easter Tea Party

Easter tea party with finger sandwiches, scones and sweets, egg hunt, treats, family-friendly activities, market, photos with the Easter Bunny.

When : 10 a.m.-2 p.m. April 19

: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. April 19 Where : Hotel Paso del Norte, 10 Henry Trost Court

: Hotel Paso del Norte, 10 Henry Trost Court Information: Hotel Paso del Norte on Facebook

Sip into Spring at D.H. Lescombes Winery Bistro

Wine tasting, shopping, craft vendors, live music, family-friendly activities such as face painting and more.

When: 11 a.m.-5 p.m. April 19

11 a.m.-5 p.m. April 19 Where : Lescombes Winery, 1720 Avenida de Mesilla, Las Cruces, New Mexico

: Lescombes Winery, 1720 Avenida de Mesilla, Las Cruces, New Mexico Information: Lescombes Winery Bistro

SUNDAY, APRIL 20

Egg Hunt at Artspace Gallery

Egg hunt and do-it-yourself art activities. Hunt and activity times vary by age. Admission is $15-$20.

When : 10 a.m.-5 p.m. April 20

: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. April 20 Where : Artspace Gallery, 601 N. Oregon St.

: Artspace Gallery, 601 N. Oregon St. Reservations: DIYworkshopEP.com

Easter Egg Hunt at Soggy Peso

More than 5,000 hidden eggs and 10 golden eggs with hidden surprises for this family-friendly event. Food, drinks, DJ music.

When: 1:30 p.m. April 20

1:30 p.m. April 20 Where : Soggy Peso, 11355 Pellicano Drive

: Soggy Peso, 11355 Pellicano Drive Information: Soggy Peso

Family Easter Egg Hunt at Dusty Tap

Egg hunt for adults and kids, prizes, music, more.

When : 3 p.m. April 20

: 3 p.m. April 20 Where : Dusty Tap, 10297 Socorro Road

: Dusty Tap, 10297 Socorro Road Information: Dusty Tap on Facebook

SATURDAY, APRIL 26

Spring Family Fair at the YWCA

Family-friendly activities, scavenger hunt, snacks and refreshments. Free admission.

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