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City Activates Cooling Centers, Promotes Heat Safety for National Heat Awareness Day

City of El Paso - May 29, 2025

As temperatures begin to climb, the City of El Paso and the Office of Emergency Management (OEM) are urging residents to take precautions against extreme heat and are activating cooling centers across the city to help protect the community.

2025.05.29 NEWS RELEASE City Activates Cooling Centers Promotes Heat Safety for National Heat Awareness Day


El Paso Museum of Art Opens PAINT: Rachelle Thiewes Exhibit Inspired by Lowrider Autopaint

City of El Paso - May 28, 2025

The El Paso Museum of Art (EPMA) is excited to welcome the public to present PAINT: Rachelle Thiewes, a dynamic new exhibition opening Friday, May 30.

2025.05.28 NEWS RELEASE New Exhibit at El Paso Museum of Art


Public Libraries to Host Book Release and Author Discussion—Detained: A Boy’s Journal of Survival and Resilience

City of El Paso - May 22, 2025

The El Paso Public Libraries, in partnership with Nuestra Palabra and El Librotraficante, will host a book release and author discussion for the new Simon & Schuster publication, Detained: A Boy’s Journal of Survival & Resilience.

2025.05.22 MEDIA ADVISORY Public Libraries to Host Book Release and Discussion


2025 Memorial Day Schedule

City of El Paso - May 22, 2025

All City of El Paso administrative offices will be closed on Monday, May 26, in observance of Memorial Day.

2025.05.22 MEDIA ADVISORY Memorial Day Holiday Schedule


City of El Paso Spray Parks and Outdoor Pool to Open Memorial Day Weekend

Parks & Recreation - May 21, 2025

The City of El Paso Parks and Recreation Department is excited to announce the seasonal opening of all City Spray Parks beginning Memorial Day Weekend.

2025.05.21 NEWS RELEASE City Spray Parks and Outdoor Pool to Open Memorial Day Weekend


Call for Chalk Artists and Musicians for the18th Annual Chalk the Block

City of El Paso - May 21, 2025

The City of El Paso’s Museums and Cultural Affairs Department (MCAD) is now accepting applications from chalk artists and musicians for the 18th annual Chalk the Block, one of the City’s signature fall festivals.

2025.05.21 NEWS RELEASE Chalk the Block Call for Artists and Musicians Date Update


El Paso Museum of Art to Host Latinx Muralism Exchange

City of El Paso - May 21, 2025

The El Paso Museum of Art (EPMA) has opened free registration for a three-day convening titled Latinx Muralism Exchange: El Paso, TX and Los Angeles, CA.

2025.05.20 NEWS RELEASE El Paso Museum of Art to Host Latinx Muralism Exchange


City of El Paso Engages Consultant for Comprehensive Animal Shelter Assessment

City of El Paso - May 20, 2025

As part of its ongoing commitment to improving animal welfare in the community, the City of El Paso has hired an independent consultant to conduct a comprehensive assessment of El Paso Animal Services.

2025.05.20 NEWS RELEASE City of El Paso Hires Consultant for Animal Shelter Assessment


City of El Paso Announces New Chief Information Officer

City of El Paso - May 20, 2025

The City of El Paso is proud to announce the appointment of Carolyn Patrick as the City’s new Chief Information Officer (CIO).

2025.05.20 NEWS RELEASE City of El Paso Announces New Chief Information Officer


Sun City Lights Projects Aim to Enhance Public Spaces, Residents Invited to Share Feedback

City of El Paso - May 19, 2025

The City of El Paso’s Capital Improvement Department is hosting two open house community meetings for the Sun City Lights projects.

2025.05.19 NEWS RELEASE Public Feedback Sought for Sun City Lights Projects


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