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🌞Dust Storm Sweeps Through El Paso

🌞Dust Storm Sweeps Through El Paso

Border City Buzz
March 04, 2025

Good morning, El Paso. We were hit with some pretty strong wind and dust yesterday, and I’m sad to inform you that the next few days might not be much better. Vacation anyone?

In today’s Border City Buzz:

Poppies Fest Returning To El Paso
El Paso Name Boot Capital Of Texas
Mardi Gras Parties

Let’s get to it.

Things To Do

Poppies Fest Returning To El Paso 🌸

Spring is here, and so is Poppies Fest in Northeast El Paso! From March 8 to 29, the El Paso Museum of Archaeology hosts a free, family-friendly celebration of Mexican gold poppies along Castner Range. Each Saturday features unique themes, live performances, artisan vendors, food trucks, and hands-on activities.

This year, you can enjoy Native American culture, local art, a fiesta celebration, and a wellness walk. Remember to stay on the trails and avoid picking the poppies to help them thrive for future generations. Also, bring your cameras because the blooms make for some amazing photos trust me.

📅 Date & Time: March 8 – March 29, 10:00 A.M. – 3:00 P.M.
📍 Location: El Paso Museum of Archaeology, 4301 Transmountain
💲 Admission: Free!

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iFly Has Grand Re-Opening 🎉

Join the fun at iFly El Paso’s Grand Re-Opening on March 5 from 10:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M.! Enjoy a ribbon cutting ceremony at 10:00 A.M., then try walk-in flights, grab door prizes, and watch exciting air shows! Food trucks and live entertainment will also be there. If always wanted to check this place out, now is a good time.
📍 Location: iFly El Paso, 403 Vin Rambla Drive, El Paso

La Arrolladora Banda El Limón 🎤

Get ready for an amazing night with La Arrolladora Banda El Limón on March 7 at 8:00 P.M. at the Abraham Chavez Theatre! Enjoy their incredible music and live performance for a fun night out. Don’t miss it! 🎟️ Tickets: Click here

UTEP Spring Break Camp For Kids 🏕️

Looking for a fun and educational Spring Break for your kids? UTEP Youth Programs and Camps have you covered! From March 5-7, kids in grades K-8 can enjoy exciting activities on campus that boost learning, confidence, and skills. It’s a great way for them to have fun and grow while you get a little break on their break.

📅 Date & Time: March 5 – 7, 9:00 A.M. – 4:00 P.M.
📍 Location: UTEP
ℹ️ More Info: For more info click here or call 915-747-5142.

Water Color Art Exhibit 🎨

Celebrate the beauty of watermedia at Changing Tides: The Legacy of Watermedia from March 1 to April 13! This gallery showcases the work of artists of all levels and honors the Rio Bravo Watercolorists’ legacy. If you like water coloring, or enjoy art, this is a great event for you.

📅 Date & Time: March 1 – April 13, 12:00 P.M. – 5:00 P.M.
📍 Location: International Museum Of Art
💲 Admission: Free

Local News

Dust Storm To Last Several More Days 💨

Get ready for some wild weather! The El Paso area is facing powerful winds and blowing dust for the next several days. Today, expect winds from 25-55 mph, with gusts hitting up to 54 mph. The high will reach 67°F, but the dust and haze will make it feel even worse. Wednesday will bring a brief break with sunny skies and lighter winds.

Thursday and Friday, however, will see more gusty winds and dust, with highs around 78°F and 66°F. Saturday will be sunny but still windy and dusty. Stay safe, hold onto your hats, and maybe hold of on washing your car for the next few days!

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Sun Metro Bus Routes Almost All Back 🚍

Starting March 3, Sun Metro is bringing back most of its fixed routes after a tragic fire disrupted service. While Routes 2 and 16 remain down, other routes and paratransit services are back to normal. Brio lines will operate with a modified schedule on weekdays, but weekend service will remain the same. You can go here for more bus route info.

It’s Official, We’re The Boot Capital 🥾

El Paso has officially been named the Boot Capital of Texas! The County Commissioners Court recognized the city’s long history of boot-making, celebrating local legends like Lucchese, Rocketbuster, and Tony Lama. This title honors El Paso's craftsmanship and makes it official, we are the place to be when it comes to boots. Yee-Haw!

Help Improve Winterfest 2025 ❄️

Help make WinterFest 2025 even better by sharing your thoughts on WinterFest 2024! Take the survey here and you’ll be entered for a chance to win tickets to The Great Gatsby at the Plaza Theatre! Don’t forget to submit by March 6th for a shot at those tickets!

The survey takes about 3 minutes to complete and is totally worth it if you are a regular at Winterfest like I am.

El Paso WinterFest

We’re working to make WinterFest 2025 the best season yet! Take our survey and share your thoughts about WinterFest 2024 with us to help us make even more magical memories during the next WinterFest...