El Paso Mission Trail Association

04/21/2026

Join us on Saturday, April 25th from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm for a hybrid walking tour of Ysleta. Discover some of the "lost" landmarks of the area and learn the history through rare archival photos and a guided tour. The tour will start at the Mission Valley Visitor Center and end with a no-host lunch at Gabriel's Cafe.

Additional parking can be found behind the Sun Metro Transfer Station on the corner of Harris St. and Zaragoza Rd. For more information, please contact Joseph Longo at [email protected]. Hope to see you there!

04/15/2026

Join us on Sunday, April 19th from 12:00 pm to 5:30 pm at the Main Library in Downtown El Paso to learn about the Forgotten Histories of the First Thanksgiving. There will be performances, lectures, crafts, fresh produce, and so much more! Food will be provided by Café Piro, which was named a finalist for Best Chef: Texas in the 2026 James Beard Awards. This event is free and open to the public.

There will also be a repujado (metal embossing) workshop that will be led by Maria Almeida Natividad from 3:00 pm to 5:30 pm. There are only 25 spots available, so sign up using the following link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe5-evmyAaMJey_scwtYIB4r9ZpapDM7EmzAxJVWI2opHV6Fw/viewform

Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity! Other workshops will be led by the Magoffin Home on how to make mini adobe bricks and corn husk dolls. Parking meters are free all throughout Downtown El Paso on Sundays. Additional parking can be found at the WestStar Tower on 601 N. Mesa for a low rate.

04/13/2026

The El Paso Mission Trail Association will be unveiling its newest exhibit at the Mission Valley Visitor Center on Saturday, April 18 at 10:00 am. Join us in learning about important women that helped shape El Paso over the years. This event is free and open to the public. Additional parking can be found behind the Sun Metro Transfer Station on the corner of Harris St. and Zaragoza Rd. Hope to see you there!

03/20/2026

Looking for something to do this weekend? Los Portales Museum will be hosting a painting workshop on Saturday, March 21 at 11:00 am. Don't miss out on the opportunity to learn from a local visual artist! To register, please see the details below.

Practice the impressionist tradition of En Plein-Air 🖼

En plein air is the practice of painting in outdoor spaces. In this workshop, we will study Plein-Air painting and master landscape visuals using the natural beauty of San Elizario. Whether you are a beginner painter or a pro, the basics of painting outdoors will be taught. This workshop will be taught by our one and only museum director, Andrea Figuroa.

Only 8 spots are currently available! Purchase your $15( +service fees) ticket to reserve your spot now! https://www.losportalesmuseum.org/event-details/plein-air-painting-workshop

Artist Bio:
Andrea Mariana Figueroa Dávila is a visual artist and museum director based between El Paso, Texas, and Ciudad Juárez, Mexico. She holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts with a concentration in painting and minor in museum studies from the University of Texas at El Paso. Her work has been exhibited on both sides of the border, including Museo el Chámizal National Memorial, Rubin Center for the Visual Arts, San Luis Contemporáneo, Traffick Artspace, and Paradox Gallery. She currently serves as Director of Los Portales Museum in San Elizario, Texas.

03/04/2026

Looking for something to do this weekend? Make sure to attend the Mission Trail Art Market in San Elizario on Sunday, March 8 from 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm. There will be vendors, live music, reenactments, food, and so much more! Don't miss out!

02/26/2026

The El Paso Mission Trail Association would like to invite everyone to attend our Founder's Day Celebration on Saturday, February 28th from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm at the Mission Valley Visitor Center. Join us in celebrating 40 years of service in the community. There will be special presentations, live music, refreshments, a silent auction, and social dancers from Ysleta del Sur Pueblo.

Jane Hall and Skip Clark, some of our original founding members, will be going down memory lane to talk about the beginnings of our organization. If you are a past or present member, feel free to bring old photos to share! Additional parking can be found behind the Sun Metro Transfer Station on the corner of Harris St. and Zaragoza Rd. Hope to see you there!

01/26/2026

It's that time of year again! Renew your membership on Saturday, January 31st from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm at the Mission Valley Visitor Center. Explore our newest exhibits, meet the current officers and executive board, and participate in our silent auction. This is an excellent opportunity to learn about our initiatives for the year and network with members of the community. Don't miss out!

Additional parking can be found behind the Sun Metro Transfer Station on the corner of Harris St. and Zaragoza Rd. Hope to see you there!

12/12/2025

San Elizario will be lighting up their luminarias on Saturday, December 13th at 6:30 pm. Don't miss out on a traditional posada, followed by festivities such as folklorico performances, toy giveaways, and an appearance from Santa Claus! 🎅⛄️🎁🎄

12/03/2025

Join us for the free monthly tour of the El Paso Mission Trail on Saturday, December 6th! We'll be starting at the Mission Valley Visitor Center (9065 Alameda Ave) at 9:00 am. Additional parking can be found behind the Sun Metro Transfer Station on the corner of Harris St. and Zaragoza Rd. Please RSVP using the following link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/free-mission-trail-tours-tickets-1424929645929

Join us on Saturday, December 6, 2025 for a FREE guided tour of the historic El Paso Mission Trail ⭐ Come explore centuries of culture, architecture, and stories that shape the borderland. 🏛️

✨ In Collaboration with the El Paso County
📍 Tour beings at the Mission Valley Visitor Center
📅 Saturday, December 6, 2025
💰 FREE | Registration Required: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/free-mission-trail-tours-tickets-1424929645929?aff=oddtdtcreator

12/02/2025

Join us on Friday, December 5th at 5:00 pm for the lighting of the luminarias at the Mission Valley Visitor Center! Please stop by for some apple cider and cookies as we celebrate the holiday season. Additional parking can be found behind the Sun Metro Transfer Station on the corner of Harris St. and Zaragoza Rd. Hope to see you there!

11/28/2025

Ysleta Mission Gift Shop will be hosting a Christmas Fair for the next few weeks! Get all your holiday shopping done in one place with unique gifts! In addition, there will be free tours of Ysleta Mission on select days. Don't miss out!