Way Out West Festival 2026
- When
- Saturday, September 26, 2026
- Where
- El Paso
This edition is over. No upcoming edition is announced right now.The next edition is expected around September 2027; dates are not confirmed yet.
Way Out West Fest is an annual country music festival held in downtown El Paso, Texas. It leans on its Borderplex setting, pairing nationally touring country acts with regional food and drink contests such as a Chili Challenge and a margarita competition. Music runs across two stages, and the site includes an outdoor dance floor.
Schedule & Running Order (4)
The schedule for Way Out West Festival 2026.
About the festival
Way Out West Fest is El Paso's premier country music festival that promotes community, tourism and economic development by showcasing the diverse cultural characteristics, history and traditions within the Borderplex region. Join us in the heart of downtown El Paso, where the unique sights, sounds, and flavors of three states and two nations converge. Way Out West Fest is a celebration brimming with regional flair and talent, featuring a Chili Challenge, The Quest For The Best Margarita Contest, and live country music from nationally touring top country music artists. Welcome, as we invite you to EAT. DRINK. DANCE. EL PASO STYLE. Experience exceptional hospitality, delectable cuisine, and an enchanting climate - just a few of the reasons to celebrate WAY OUT WEST, where Texas begins and the Honky Tonk Fiesta never ends! NOTE TO VIP TICKET PURCHASERS: VIP Ticket Packages will be available for pickup at the Plaza Theatre Box Office 2 weeks prior to the event. EVENT IS RAIN OR SHINE.
