The Catholic Diocese of El Paso has officially released its 2026 Kermess schedule, detailing a vibrant lineup of traditional church bazaars spanning late summer and fall.
Known for their festive fusion of faith, culture, and community fundraising, these annual parish celebrations offer locals and visitors a taste of traditional Mexican-American cuisine, live music, games, and family-friendly entertainment.
This year’s calendar kicks off at the end of July and runs straight through late October, featuring over two dozen parishes across El Paso and surrounding regional communities, including Pecos, Van Horn, Alpine, and Presidio.
Complete 2026 Kermess Schedule
- July 31 – Aug 2: Our Lady of the Light
- July 31-Aug. 2: St. Ignatius
- August 8-9: Our Lady of Guadalupe (El Paso)
- August 7–10: San Lorenzo (Clint)
- August 14–16: Little Flower
- August 21–23: St. Pius X
- August 28–30: El Buen Pastor
- September 4–6: St. Mark
- September 5–7: St. Anthony Seminary
- September 8: Santa Teresita Church (Westway)
- September 11–13: Holy Spirit
- September 11–13: Santa Rosa de Lima (Pecos)
- September 18–19: Our Lady of Fatima (Van Horn)
- September 18–19: San Pedro de Jesus Maldonado
- September 19–20: San Judas Tadeo
- September 19–20: St. John Paul II
- September 19–20: St. Paul the Apostle
- September 19–20: St. Patrick’s (Canutillo)
- September 25–26: St. Raphael Parish
- September 25–26: Socorro Mission- La Purisima
- September 26: San Antonio de Padua
- September 26–27: Our Lady of Guadalupe (Fabens)
- October 2–4: Blessed Sacrament
- October 2–3: Cristo Rey
- October 3-4: Our Lady of Sorrows
- October 3: Our Lady of Peace (Alpine)
- October 9–10: Our Lady of the Valley
- October 10: Our Lady of Miracles (Sierra Blanca)
- October 16–17: Santa Teresita de Jesus (Presidio)
- October 24: St. Charles Seminary
- Other parish festivities that are not kermesses
- Queen of Peace: Feria and car raffle on Nov. 14 and 15
- St. Matthew: Music Under the Stars on Sept. 18
Attendees can look forward to signature dishes including homemade tacos, enchiladas, tamales, and gorditas, alongside carnival games, lotería, and raffles. Local mariachi groups, folklorico dancers, and live bands are expected to provide entertainment throughout the multi-day events…