El Paso
Urban
City
Update on
23/1/2025

15 Best Team-Building Activities To Do in El Paso for 2024

Gather your crew and prepare for a lifetime adventure in El Paso with TeamOut’s expertly tailored team activities. 

Known as Sun City, El Paso boasts centuries-old Spanish missions, art museums, lively theaters, and world-class performances by symphony orchestras. 

Located on the border with Mexico and neighboring two states, El Paso offers a blend of Tex-Mex heritage and Western flair.

Whether savoring Mexican cuisine, enjoying the melodies of mariachi bands, or exploring the city's famed boot-making industry, there's no shortage of experiences to inspire your team retreat. 

Discover why El Paso is your next must-visit destination in the Southwest! 

Top team building activities in El Paso

Downtown El Paso Tasting Tour

201 E Main St Suite 107, El Paso, TX
4.6⭐

‍The Downtown Tasting Tour is a foodie's paradise in the heart of El Paso! Gather your team and head to the Management District for a standout evening of delicious specialties as you explore five of the best restaurants that Downtown El Paso has to offer. On this guided tour, restaurants showcase the diverse range of cuisines that Downtown El Paso provides, ensuring you won’t have a dull moment!

Main Amenities:
Everyday from 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm
3.5 hours
Contact the company
Contact the company
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Additional:
Yes
Activity takes place in the city center
Foodies and teams eager to taste local dishes and specialties.

Enjoy the Great Outdoors at Franklin Mountains State Park

Tom Mays Park Access Rd, El Paso, TX 79911
4.9⭐

‍Drive 15 minutes from downtown El Paso and reach Franklin Mountains State Park, home to 125 miles of multi-use trails winding throughout 37 square miles of desert. The park offers great hiking, biking, and rock climbing, making it a must-visit spot for teams of nature lovers! Explore almost 27,000 acres on over 100 miles of trails, but be prepared for rugged desert terrain.

Main Amenities:
Sunrise - sunset
It’s up to you!
Free
No
Visit site
Additional:
You’re welcome to pack your own food and drinks
No
Teams of outdoor lovers who enjoy nature sports.

Hands-On Cooking Class at Texas Culinary Institute

2101 Texas Ave, El Paso, TX 79901
4.8⭐

Texas Culinary Institute offers cooking classes for groups of all kinds! There’s nothing like food to bring teams together, right? Book the Cook & Cork experience to create a 3-course menu featuring vegetable Gyozas, Maki Sushi, and Japanese Cheesecake. Choose the Cook & Drinks option to prepare a 3-course menu of Artisan Mexican Cuisine and learn how to make margaritas. Or make your own macarons in the Cook & Sweets class!

Main Amenities:
Monday - Wednesday: 9:00 am - 2:00 pm | Thursday & Friday: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm & 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm | Saturday: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
3 hours
$95/pp
Wheelchair accessible
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Additional:
Yes
No
Teams that enjoy hands-on activities and culinary experiences.

Red Door Escape Room: Can You Break Free?

8889 Gateway Blvd W Ste 2800, El Paso, TX 79925
4.9⭐

‍Challenge your team to escape the room in just under 60 minutes! Solve riddles and overcome challenges together at El Paso’s famous Red Door Escape Room, where a thrilling adventure awaits. Choose from The Gift, Taken, Once Upon a Time, Last Stop, Confinement, and Cash Me If You Can! Are you up for it?

Main Amenities:
Sunday - Wednesday: 10:00 am - 10:35 pm | Thursday: 10:00 am - 10:00 pm | Friday & Saturday: 9:45 am - 10:40 pm
1 hour
$32.95/pp
Wheelchair accessible
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Additional:
No
No
Teams that enjoy problem-solving and stimulating activities.

Experience El Paso’s Cultural Heritage on this Scavenger Hunt

Starting point: 110-198 W Mills Ave, El Paso, TX 79901, USA
4.4⭐

‍Complete challenges as a team and explore historic landmarks on this Cultural Heritage Scavenger Hunt. Enjoy the best sights the Sun City has to offer while you learn about local history and get familiar with some of the most unique art in the Southwest. Some of the landmarks you'll see include the Abraham Chavez Theatre, Pioneer Plaza, and Tooth Veil Oddities.

Main Amenities:
It’s up to you!
2 hours
$12.95/pp
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Additional:
No
Activity takes place in the city center
Teams interested in exploring El Paso’s landmarks and hidden gems.

Relieve Stress at Roaring Rage Room

11925 Golden Gate Rd BLDG D, El Paso, TX 79936
5⭐

‍Relieve your built-up frustrations and rage at Roaring Rage Room, El Paso’s favorite! Destroy and smash tech and glass items, and have fun along the way! You can literally wreck anything you find inside this rage room in a perfectly safe and controlled environment. The best part? You don’t have to worry about cleaning up afterward!

Main Amenities:
Monday - Thursday: 1:00 am - 9:00 pm | Friday & Saturday: 11:00 am - 11:00 pm | Sunday: 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
30 minutes - 1 hour
$25/pp
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Additional:
No
No
Teams looking for creative ways to relieve stress.

Gear Up for Action at El Paso Paintball Park

14372 Loving Ln, El Paso, TX 79938
4.8⭐

‍Located inside XMotoball, El Paso Paintball Park provides the best team outings in town. Featuring all-new turf fields that create the perfect setting for a blast, safety is the park’s number one priority! Before every game, instructors will go over the rules and show your team how to play, making sure you can approach this thrilling activity with confidence and make the most of it!

Main Amenities:
Monday - Friday: 11:00 am - 5:00 pm | Saturday: 9:00 am - 8:00 pm | Sunday: 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
2 hours or full day
2 hour pass - $22.95/pp; All day pass - $28.95/pp
No
Visit site
Additional:
No
No
Teams of adrenaline-seekers looking for an exciting outdoor activity.

Axe Throwing: Test Your Aim at Relaxe

808 Montana Ave, El Paso, TX 79902
4.7⭐

Relaxe is El Paso’s first axe throwing venue. Gather your team and test your aim as you compete to find out who has the best bull’s eye! In a safe environment, you and your crew can have fun axe throwing while enjoying a cold drink. You don’t have to be an expert or particularly strong; you’ll learn all the techniques beforehand! Are you ready to join?

Main Amenities:
Sunday - Thursday: 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm | Friday: 4:00 pm - 11:00 pm | Saturday: 1:00 pm - 11:00 pm | Sunday: 1:00 pm - 10:00 pm
1, 2 or 3 hours - It’s up to you!
$25/pp/hour
Facilities are wheelchair accessible
Visit site
Additional:
No, but the venue is BYOB
No
Teams looking for thrilling indoor activities and friendly competition.

Discover El Paso’s Spooky Side on a Ghost Tour

All tours meet at San Jacinto Plaza at 114 W Mills Ave, El Paso, TX 79901
4.7⭐

‍If you’re in the mood for a chilling experience, book the US Ghost Adventures - El Paso and head downtown for a historical and paranormal adventure your crew won’t forget. Learn about paranormal activity as investigators share the history of the locations you will visit. Then, the lights go off, the spooky side of town is your oyster! Are you curious enough to embark on this journey?

Main Amenities:
Everyday at 8:00 pm
1 hour
$26/pp
Contact the company
Visit site
Additional:
No
No
Teams interested in paranormal experiences.

See a Live Show at The Abraham Chavez Theater

1 Civic Center Plaza, El Paso, TX 79901
4.6⭐

The Abraham Chavez Theater welcomes guests with its sombrero-shaped architecture, making it a distinct venue in El Paso’s southwestern landscape. Regardless of the performance, expect beaming lights, arched staircases, and chandeliers as part of the decor. The lobby offers 20 entrance doors, sophistication, and style! Catch a show or a concert and prepare for a memorable team outing!

Main Amenities:
It depends on the show
It depends on the show
$100/pp (average price)
Wheelchair seats available
Visit site
Additional:
Snacks only
No
Teams looking to immerse themselves in El Paso’s art scene and teams that love live performances.

Rent a UTV Off-Road Adventures

15698 Montana Ave Unit A, El Paso, TX 79938
4.8⭐

Looking for adrenaline-boosting activities in El Paso? Look no further than Rent a UTV Off-Road Adventures! Whether you choose an off-road UTV/ATV rental tour package or prefer to stay on paved roadways with the Polaris Slingshot rental package, there’s something for every team! Explore miles of the beautiful desert landscape in a thrilling way!

Main Amenities:
Monday: 10:30 am - 6:00 pm | Wednesday - Saturday: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm | Sunday: 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
It’s up to you!
From $144/vehicle
Contact the company
Visit site
Additional:
No
No
Teams looking for thrilling outdoor adventures.

Visit the El Paso Museum of Art

1 Arts Festival Plaza, El Paso, TX 79901
4.6⭐

Founded in 1959, the El Paso Museum of Art (EPMA) is located in downtown El Paso, Texas, and is home to a permanent collection of more than 6,000 works from Europe, Mexico, and the United States. EPMA features a collection of local art as well as art from beyond the border. Explore the ever-changing special exhibitions or the permanent collections. Guided tours are available by appointment.

Main Amenities:
Wednesday - Saturday: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm | Sunday: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
It’s up to you!
Free
Wheelchair accessible
Visit site
Additional:
No
The museum is located in the city center.
Teams interested in art, culture, and history.

Tee Off in the Desert at Painted Dunes Golf Course

12000 McCombs St. El Paso, TX 79934
4.6⭐

Are you a team of golf lovers? We’ve got news for you! El Paso’s arid environment is the ultimate setting for a unique style of desert golf that you won’t find anywhere else in Texas. Head to Painted Dunes Desert Golf Course and enjoy the Franklin Mountains towering in the background as you line up your shots on this 27-hole course. Verdant greens provide a splash of color to the Chihuahuan Desert - a landscape you won’t forget!

Main Amenities:
Everyday from 7:00 am - 7:00 pm
It’s up to you!
Contact the company
Facilities are wheelchair accessible.
Visit site
Additional:
Yes
Teams of golf lovers looking for new golfing experiences.

Explore the El Paso Mission Trail

9065 Alameda Ave, El Paso, TX 79907
4.9⭐

Experience more than 300 years of history when you explore the El Paso Mission Trail. Start at this iconic landmark of the Lone Star State: the Ysleta Mission Church. Continue to the eye-catching Socorro Mission a few miles to the south, and end your adventure at the San Elizario Presidio Chapel, built with rounded archways typical of traditional Spanish mission architecture. As part of the trail, you can also visit the Tigua Indian Cultural Center and the Veteran’s Museum.

Main Amenities:
Tuesday - Thursday: 10:00 am - 1:00 pm | Friday: 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
1.5 - 2 hours
Free
Wheelchair accessible
Visit site
Additional:
No
No
Teams eager to explore one of the highlights that El Paso has to offer.

You Can’t Miss Rock Climbing at Hueco Tanks State Park

6900 Hueco Tanks Road No. 1, El Paso, TX 79938
4.8⭐

Hueco Tanks State Park is a haven for rock climbers! Besides hiking and bird watching, this is the place to study nature and history, picnic, and stargaze. Hueco Tanks is considered one of the best bouldering spots in the world. If you want to climb on East, East Spur, or West Mountain, you must schedule a tour with a guide. Book a private guided tour and go climbing with your crew!

Main Amenities:
Sunrise - sunset
Contact the company
$30/pp (public tour); $180 + $12/pp (private tour)
No
Visit site
Additional:
You’re advised to pack your own snacks and water
No
Rock climbers and teams of thrill-seekers looking for outdoor activities.
About the author
Thomas Mazimann
Update on
27/11/2023
Thomas Mazimann, a French entrepreneur and former international kayaking athlete, transitioned from sports to tech after moving to the U.S. He co-founded TeamOut, revolutionizing team gatherings.

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