Name: OptOutside Hike at Agave Loop
Start: 2026-11-27T09:00
End: 2026-11-27T11:00
Location: Franklin Mountains State Park - 2900 Tom Mays Access Rd., El Paso, TX 79911

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The Ice Rink at Winterfest Downtown Returns for the Holidays!

The Rink at WinterFest, presented by Destination El Paso and GECU, returns to the El Paso Convention Center Plaza on November 21, 2026, bringing real ice skating, themed experiences and holiday fun to Downtown El Paso. The beloved tradition is a centerpiece of the six-week WinterFest celebration, bringing families, friends and visitors together to enjoy holiday lights, seasonal food and drinks, special events and holiday festivities throughout Downtown. Guests can also reserve one of The Rink’s private chalets, offering a dedicated space to gather with family, friends and co-workers while enjoying the sights. The Chalet reservations are ideal for holiday parties, and groups that want to enjoy the season together.

THE RINK AT WINTERFEST PRESENTED BY DESTINATION EL PASO AND GECU

Opening Day: Saturday, Novemberr 21, 2026
Closing Day: Sunday, January 3, 2027
Location: El Paso Convention Center, 1 Civic Center Plaza

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OptOutside Hike at Agave Loop

November 27, 2026

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Franklin Mountains State Park - 2900 Tom Mays Access Rd., El Paso, TX 79911

Admission: $5.00 per adult 13 years of age and older, $0.00 for Texas State Park Pass holders and children between the ages of 5 and 12.

Ditch the stores and come explore the beautiful Chihuahuan Desert.

This is an easy to moderately trail of about 1.3 miles. It begins with a gradual incline through a well maintained trail to wide open vistas to the west. At the paragliding launch site we will take the left-hand fork connecting to the Mundy’s Gap trail. The return trip travels down over scree, or rubble, proving to be challenging for some.

Reservations required; to reserve your spot, call the office at (915) 444-9121.

Bring: water, snacks, hiking boots/shoes, and comfortable clothes.

Optional: binoculars, hiking stick, camera, and a map.

Fee: $5.00 per adult 13 years of age and older, $0.00 for Texas State Park Pass holders and children between the ages of 5 and 12.

Meeting Location: The West Cottonwood Springs trailhead in the Tom Mays Unit.

Contact Name: Diana Moy

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Contact Phone Number: 9154449121

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