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PARKS & RECREATION

Providing quality community spaces, athletic facilities, and senior wellness programs for Sunland Park residents.

SERVICES UPCOMING EVENTS PARKS LEADERSHIP & STAFF FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

SERVICES

Parks & Athletic Facilities

Maintenance and scheduling of city-owned neighborhood parks, green spaces, and sports complexes for community use.

Senior Citizen Programs

Recreational activities, health support, and socialization programs designed to promote healthy aging and independence.

City of Sunland Park
Upcoming City Events
Próximos eventos de la ciudad

Events hosted, sponsored, or supported by the city this fall. Mark your calendar and come out. Eventos organizados, patrocinados o apoyados por la Ciudad de Sunland Park.

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6th Annual

National Night Out

Building Safer Communities Together
📅 Friday, October 2, 2026
🕔 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 Sunland Park Sport Complex
🎟️ Free / Gratis

An evening dedicated to strengthening relationships between police, local agencies, organizations, businesses, and our community. Free and open to all.

Una noche dedicada a fortalecer los lazos entre la policía, las agencias locales, las organizaciones, los negocios y nuestra comunidad.

MeetOfficers and local public safety teams, face to face
SeeLive safety demonstrations and patrol vehicle tours
EnjoyKids activities, music, and food from local vendors
Take partAgencies and businesses welcome at no cost
Event Details
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11th Annual

Walk/Run for Kids

5K Run · 1 Mile Walk
📅 Saturday, October 3, 2026
🕗 5K starts 8:30 AM · Walk 9:00 AM
📍 Sunland Park Racetrack & Casino
❤️ Benefits Ronald McDonald House El Paso

Presented by the City of Sunland Park, this run and walk supports families of critically ill children staying at Ronald McDonald House El Paso.

Presentada por la Ciudad de Sunland Park, esta caminata y carrera de 5K apoya a las familias de niños en estado crítico en Ronald McDonald House El Paso.

Entry$25 adults, $15 ages 10 to 17, free ages 9 and under
Check-in7:30 AM for the 5K, 8:15 AM for the 1 mile walk
VirtualVirtual 5K and 1 mile options available all day
DeadlineRegister by October 2, no registration on race day
Sign Up / Inscríbete Event Details
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7th Annual

Huacha Tournament

& Carshow · Live Music by Los Silver
📅 Saturday, October 10, 2026
🕙 Time to be announced / Horario por confirmar
📍 Sunland Park Sports Complex
☎️ Register: 915-355-3834

The backyard washer-toss game of the border turns into a full tournament, with lowriders and classics on display and Los Silver live. Presented by Authentic Car Club in collaboration with the City of Sunland Park.

El juego de huachas del patio se convierte en torneo, con lowriders y clásicos en exhibición y Los Silver en vivo. Presentado por Authentic Car Club en colaboración con la Ciudad de Sunland Park.

TournamentGrab a partner, teams throw all day. Rules and brackets run by Authentic Car Club on site
CarshowLowriders, bombs, classics, and hydraulics. Show cars check in at the entrance
MusicLos Silver on stage, DJ Loco between sets
Heads upMcNutt Road is under NMDOT construction this fall. Leave early and follow posted detours
Event Details
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Free Admission

Fall Festival

Pumpkin Patch · Vendors · Music
📅 Saturday, October 17, 2026
🕒 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Sunland Park Sports Complex
🎟️ Free / Gratis

A pumpkin patch, local vendors, and music for the whole family. Bring the kids, the grandparents, and everyone in between.

Campo de calabazas, vendedores locales y música para toda la familia. Traigan a los niños, a los abuelos y a toda la familia.

PumpkinsWalk the pumpkin patch and take a family photo
VendorsBooths from local vendors throughout the festival
MusicMusic to set the mood from afternoon into evening
ParkingOn site at the Sports Complex
Event Details
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2nd Annual

Trunk or Treat

Safe Fun for the Whole Family
📅 Friday, October 30, 2026
🕕 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 Sunland Park Sport Complex
🎟️ Free / Gratis

Costumes, candy, and community. Safe, family-friendly Halloween fun with the Sunland Park Police Department, all in one night.

Disfraces, dulces y comunidad. Diversión familiar y segura de Halloween con la policía de Sunland Park, todo en una noche.

TrunksDecorated police and community trunks handing out candy
GamesHalloween games and activities for kids all evening
CostumesSpooky, silly, or sweet, everyone is welcome
DecorateNo fee to participate, call (575) 589-2225
Event Details
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Save the Date

RAYENARI

Light Art Festival
📅 Friday & Saturday, November 13–14, 2026
🕖 Hours to be announced / Horario por anunciarse
📍 4700 McNutt Rd, Sunland Park
🎟️ Admission to be announced

RAYENARI returns to Sunland Park with light art installations you can walk through and experience in person. This year brings more artists, more collaborations, and work by UTEP sculpture students.

RAYENARI regresa a Sunland Park con instalaciones de arte de luz que puedes recorrer y vivir en persona. Este año trae más artistas, más colaboraciones y obras de estudiantes de escultura de UTEP.

ExperienceLight, color, space, movement, and interaction
ArtistsLocal artists and UTEP sculpture students
HoursTo be announced
AdmissionTo be announced
UpdatesTurn on notifications in the Sunland Park Connect app
Event Details
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Every 3rd Saturday

Elena Park Mercado

Vendors · Food · Live Music
📅 Saturday, November 21, 2026 (launch)
🕙 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Loma Vista Drive & Meadow Vista Blvd
🎟️ Free / Gratis

A monthly community market at Elena Park featuring local artists, antiques, handmade goods, live music, food trucks, and family fun. Held every third Saturday of the month.

Un mercado comunitario mensual en Elena Park con artistas locales, antigüedades, artículos hechos a mano, música en vivo, food trucks y diversión familiar. Se realiza cada tercer sábado del mes.

ShopLocal artists, antiques, jewelry, and handmade goods
EatFood trucks and local vendors on site
EnjoyLive music and family fun, including bounce houses
RecursEvery third Saturday of the month, 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Event Details

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Event details can change. Follow the City of Sunland Park on social media or download Sunland Park Connect for alerts. Questions about a city event? Call (575) 589-7565. Los detalles pueden cambiar. Siga a la ciudad en redes sociales o descargue Sunland Park Connect.

Visit City Parks

MENDER PARK

129 Calle Carrosel, Sunland Park, NM 88063

DIRECTIONS

ELENA MEMORIAL PLAZA

Loma Vista Drive &, Meadow Vista Blvd, Sunland Park, NM 88063

DIRECTIONS

SUNLAND PARK SPORTS COMPLEX

4700 McNutt Rd, Santa Teresa, NM 88008

DIRECTIONS

RIO GRANDE RIVER TRAIL

10-Mile Trail Under Construction

LEARN MORE

Parks in the City

Sunland Park is home to parks and green spaces managed by the City and by local homeowners' associations. Search or filter below to find one near you.

All Parks City-Owned HOA-Managed
Mender Park
Owned by: City of Sunland Park
Managed by: City of Sunland Park
Location: Calle Carrousel, Sunland Park, NM 88063
Directions
Maria Elena Park (Elena Memorial Plaza)
Owned by: City of Sunland Park
Managed by: City of Sunland Park
Location: Loma Vista Drive, Sunland Park, NM 88063
Directions
Sunland Park Sports Complex
Owned by: City of Sunland Park
Managed by: City of Sunland Park
Location: 4700 McNutt Road, Santa Teresa, NM 88008
Directions
Under Construction
Rio Grande River Trail
Owned by: City of Sunland Park
10-mile riverside trail currently under construction.
Learn More
The Grove Park
Owned by: Sunset Acres Residential Development LLC
Managed by: Sunset Acres Residential
Location: Grove Drive, Santa Teresa, NM 88008
Directions
William Clarke Snow Park
Owned by: YMCA
Managed by: YMCA
Location: 6400 Mason Farms Road, Santa Teresa, NM 88008
Directions
Tuscan Ridge Villas Park
Owned by: Homeowners' Association
Managed by: Homeowners' Association
Location: Tuscan Ridge Circle, Santa Teresa, NM 88008
Directions
Edgemont Parks
Owned by: City of Sunland Park & Homeowners' Association
Managed by: Homeowners' Association
Location: Edgemont Road & Edinburg Drive, Santa Teresa, NM 88008
Directions
Villa Valencia Parks
Owned by: City of Sunland Park & Homeowners' Association
Managed by: Homeowners' Association
Location: Megan Street & Maple Park Avenue, Santa Teresa, NM 88008
Directions
Haciendas San Gabriel Park
Owned by: City of Sunland Park & Homeowners' Association
Managed by: Homeowners' Association
Location: Megan Street & Maple Park Avenue, Santa Teresa, NM 88008
Directions
Las Casitas Drive Park
Owned by: City of Sunland Park & Homeowners' Association
Managed by: Homeowners' Association
Location: Las Casitas Drive, Sunland Park, NM 88008
Directions

LEADERSHIP & STAFF

Daniel Carranco

Parks, Recreation & Facilities Director

Daniel.Carranco@sunlandpark-nm.gov

Maribel Gutierrez

SENIOR CENTER MANAGER

maribel.gutierrez@sunlandpark-nm.gov
575-589-7565 Extension 1000

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

You can contact Parks, Recreation and Facilities Director Daniel Carranco directly by email at Daniel.Carranco@sunlandpark-nm.gov to discuss event planning and facility availability.

Issues can be submitted online through the city reporting portal at sunlandpark-nm.gov/report or via the mobile Sunland Park Connect app (available on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store).

 

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Yes, pets are welcome in city parks as long as they are kept on a leash at all times and owners properly clean up after them.