El Paso is heading into the holiday season with two exciting milestones that showcase the city’s vibrant culture and community spirit: the return of downtown WinterFest and the arrival of Texas’ very first official Mesoamerican Ulama team.
Downtown El Paso is set to kick off WinterFest with a rink opening, a parade, and a visit from Santa, according to KFOX. The beloved annual celebration brings residents and families together in the heart of the city for one of the most anticipated community gatherings of the year. The combination of an ice rink, a festive parade, and Old Saint Nick himself promises to make for a memorable launch to the holiday season in the Sun City.
Adding to the excitement, El Paso is also welcoming a historic first for the Lone Star State. According to reports from both KFOX and KDBC, the city is set to welcome Texas’ first official Mesoamerican Ulama team. Ulama is one of the oldest known ball games in the world, with roots stretching back thousands of years to ancient Mesoamerican civilizations. The formation of an official team in El Paso is a remarkable cultural milestone, reflecting the city’s deep ties to its indigenous and Mesoamerican heritage and its commitment to celebrating that history in a living, active way.
Together, these two stories paint a picture of an El Paso that honors both its ancient roots and its modern community traditions. Whether families are lacing up skates downtown or watching history be made on the Ulama court, there is plenty to celebrate in the Sun City this November.
