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Exciting Cultural Events in El Paso: Music, Sports, and Community Gatherings This June

El Paso Matters•Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 1:00 PM•El Paso Matters Staff

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El Paso is set to host a variety of cultural and civic events in the coming week, including the popular Party on the Plaza featuring Mariachi Alegre on June 18 from 5-8 p.m. at San Jacinto Plaza. The El Paso Museum of History will hold a Juneteenth lecture by Jazmine Janay Cuevas on the same day, exploring the historical significance of the holiday. Additionally, a community watch party for the Mexico vs. South Korea World Cup match will take place at Cleveland Square Park at 7 p.m. on June 18. Other events include a Pride Night at the Chihuahuas game and a Father’s Day 5K run on June 20, promoting community engagement and celebration of local culture.

Key Details: • Party on the Plaza: Noche de Mariachi on June 18, 5-8 p.m. at San Jacinto Plaza, free entry. • Juneteenth Lecture on June 18, 6-7:30 p.m. at Mexican American Cultural Center, free entry. • Mexico vs. South Korea Watch Party on June 18, 7 p.m. at Cleveland Square Park, free snacks available. • Pride Night with the El Paso Chihuahuas on June 18, 6:35 p.m. at Southwest University Park, tickets $22-$42. • La Fe Father’s Day 5K Run on June 20, 7:30-10 a.m. at La Fe Culture and Technology Center, registration $25-$30.

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Mexican American Cultural CenterCleveland Square ParkCentro de Salud Familiar La FeEl Paso Museum of HistorySan Jacinto PlazaSouthwest University ParkFranklin Mountains State ParkGECU Federal Credit UnionJazmine Janay CuevasLa Fe Culture and Technology Center

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