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America 250

Celebrate America's Birthday, El Paso Style

Saturday, July 4 | 5 - 10 PM

Join us in Downtown El Paso as we close out the city’s eight-day America 250 celebration with an unforgettable Independence Day spectacular. Experience an evening filled with live music, patriotic traditions, family activities, local vendors, military displays, and one-of-a-kind entertainment celebrating 250 years of America’s story. This free, all-ages celebration features performances by the Randy Rogers Band, Julián Kalel, and the First Armored Division Band, DJ Droppdeadd, and local artists, culminating in a breathtaking drone display and projection show finale unlike anything ever seen in Downtown El Paso.

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Event Agenda

5:00 PM – 5:30 PM 🎧 DJ Droppdeadd

5:30 PM 🇺🇸 Invocation, Color Guard, National Anthem & Welcome Remarks Featuring speakers from: Fort Bliss and the City of El Paso

6:00 PM – 6:45 PM 🎺 First Armored Division Band

6:55 PM – 7:45 PM 🎧 DJ Droppdeadd

7:45 PM – 8:30 PM 🎤 Julián Kalel

8:50 PM – 9:50 PM ⭐ Randy Rogers Band

9:50 PM ✨ Projection Show & Drone Spectacular

Randy Rogers Band

Get ready for an electrifying performance from one of Texas’ most beloved country bands as they take the stage for an unforgettable Independence Day celebration.

Julián Kalel

Fresh off his national rise and proudly representing El Paso, hometown favorite Julián Kalel returns to perform in front of the Borderland community that has cheered him on every step of the way.

First Armored Division Band

Experience a patriotic musical tribute from the renowned First Armored Division Band, honoring our nation’s history and the military community that has long been a part of El Paso’s story.


Celebrate American Traditions & Family Fun

Bring your competitive spirit and take part in classic Americana fun, including:

  • Hot Dog Eating Contest – Think you have what it takes? Sign up and compete for bragging rights. Sign Up Here

  • Apple Pie Baking Contest – Show off your baking skills and share your best homemade recipe. Sign Up Here

Contest registration is now open through July 3 by 5 PM!

Explore a vibrant celebration filled with

  • Local food trucks and delicious festival fare
  • Community vendors
  • Static military displays and exhibits
  • Patriotic photo opportunities
  • Family-friendly activities and entertainment
    • Hall C Performance Stage

      5:00 PM 🎵 Skies

      6:00 PM 🎵 Jackson Scott

      6:45 PM 🎵 Abe Mac Band

      7:45 PM 🎵 Jordan Taylor

KidZone

  • Inflatables
  • Family activities
  • Interactive games

A Grand Finale Like No Other

As the sun sets over Downtown El Paso, prepare to witness a spectacular closing celebration featuring:

A Magnificent Drone Show

Hundreds of illuminated drones will light up the night sky with stunning patriotic imagery and tributes to America’s 250-year journey.

One-of-a-Kind Projection Experience

The façade of the El Paso Convention Center will transform into an immersive visual canvas, bringing stories of America’s past, present, and future to life through a breathtaking projection show.

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City of El Paso
Fort Bliss MWR

In Partnership With

City of El Paso & Fort Bliss MWR