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SUMMARY:Back To School Blast Off
DESCRIPTION:Blast off back to school with the IMAS and McAllen Public Utility on Aug. 14. This event features hands-on art and science activities in celebration of the James Webb Space Telescope’s first images. \nThe event also includes community tables\, free books and planetarium presentations. A virtual Webb Expert Panel takes place at 2:30 p.m. \nThis is event is free for McAllen residents.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/back-to-school-blast-off/
LOCATION:International Museum of Art & Science\, 1900 W. Nolana Ave.\, McAllen\, TX\, 78504\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals and Celebrations
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SUMMARY:Dr. Seuss Story Book Adventure on the Trails
DESCRIPTION:Quinta Mazatlan brings the Dr. Seuss book “What Was I Scared Of?” to life on July 28 with a wacky adventure along the trails. A special appearance will be made by The Cat in the Hat. \nQuinta Mazatlán’s Forest Trail will feature Dr. Seuss characters that bring out the pages of the book\, featuring the spooky empty pants. “What Was I Scared Of?” illustrates the importance of not judging a book by its cover and having the courage to communicate with others whom may appear to be different. \nPatrons may dress as their favorite Dr. Seuss character. The special themed trail will be up through Aug. 6 at Quinta Mazatlan. \nTickets are available online at quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com at $3 per person. Children ages 2 and under are admitted free. 
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/dr-seuss-story-book-adventure-on-the-trails/
LOCATION:Quinta Mazatlan\, 600 Sunset Drive\, McAllen\, TX\, 78503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals and Celebrations
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SUMMARY:Downtown at Sundown
DESCRIPTION:Downtown at Sundown\nDowntown at Sundown’s outdoor concert and night market take place on July 15 in Downtown Harlingen. The free-admission evening includes a variety of local food and beverage options\, and local retail vendors. The event kicks off with vendors opening at 6 p.m.\, followed by the headliner band at 7 p.m. \nSponsors for Downtown at Sundown are the City of Harlingen and the Harlingen Area Chamber of Commerce. \nFor more information\, contact the chamber.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/downtown-at-sundown/
LOCATION:Downtown Harlingen\, 209 W Jackson Ave.\, Harlingen\, 78550\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals and Celebrations
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220709T180000
DTSTAMP:20260423T063515
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SUMMARY:SIP N SHOP Sunset Market
DESCRIPTION:Head to the Hidalgo Historic District on July 9 at 6 p.m. for vendors\, family activities\, live music\, food and wine at the SIP N SHOP Sunset Market. \nAdmission includes a souvenir cup and tote bag. Cost is $20 for one\, $30 for two\, plus tax and fees. Purchase includes wine tasting at participating locations (while supplies last). \nPurchase tickets online.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/sip-n-shop-sunset-market/
LOCATION:The District\, 902 South 2nd Street\, Hidalgo\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals and Celebrations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220704T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220704T090000
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SUMMARY:4th of July Walking Beach Parade
DESCRIPTION:South Padre Island presents a 4th of July Walking Beach Parade on July 4 lining up at 9 a.m. at Beach Access #21. The parade begins at 9:30 a.m. and concludes at Beach Access #17. \nWatermelon\, water and giveaways while supplies last.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/4th-of-july-walking-beach-parade/
LOCATION:Beach Access #21\, Goodhope Circle\, South Padre Island\, TX\, 78578\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals and Celebrations
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220702
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220703
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SUMMARY:Texas Cook’Em: High Steaks
DESCRIPTION:The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce and the City of Edinburg host the 16th annual Texas Cook’Em: High Steaks on July 2 at Ebony Hills Golf Course. Headliner for the event is Los Palominos with openers Red Not Chili Peppers\, Draft\, Explosion Tejana and more. \nTexas Cook’Em is one of the state’s biggest BBQ purse\, awarding $25\,000 to winners. Competitors will battle it out on the grill to cook the best chicken\, ribs\, pork\, brisket and rib-eye steak. Winners will take home money and a year’s work of bragging rights. \nA portion of the event proceeds will benefit local veterans attending the University of Texas – Rio Grande Valley with scholarships. Texas Cook’Em has distributed over $20\,000 in scholarships locally. \nThis year’s festivities will begin at 10 a.m. Activities include live music\, vendors\, car show\, a children’s fun zone and food. \nAdmission to the concert is free. Attendees are welcome to bring lawn chairs and blankets.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/texas-cookem-high-steaks/
LOCATION:Ebony Hills Golf Course\, 300 W. Palm Drive\, Edinburg\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals and Celebrations
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SUMMARY:Rio Grande City Freedom Fest
DESCRIPTION:The Rio Grande City Freedom Fest presented by Grupo Solido takes place July 2 at the Basilio Villarreal Municipal Park. The event features live music\, a car show\, kiddie rides\, a fireworks show and more.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/rio-grande-city-freedom-fest/
LOCATION:Basilio Villarreal Municipal Park\, 1473 Stephen\, Saenz Street\, Rio Grande City\, TX\, 78582\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals and Celebrations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220625T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220625T133000
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SUMMARY:Here Come the Brides Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:The Weslaco Museum hosts the annual “Here Come the Brides Luncheon” presented by The Museum Guild on June 25. The luncheon will feature a presentation by Joe Vidales\, discussing wedding styles through the years. \nPurchase tickets for $25 at the museum or from guild members.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/here-come-the-brides-luncheon/
LOCATION:Weslaco Museum\, 500 South Texas Blvd.\, Weslaco\, TX\, 78596 At this address\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals and Celebrations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220611T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220611T173000
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SUMMARY:"Sizzling in the Tropics" BBQ Cook-off
DESCRIPTION:The 10th annual “Sizzling in the Tropics” BBQ Cook-off takes place June 11 at McAllen Municipal Park. Attendees can enjoy great BBQ cooked by Valley BBQ teams. Winners will be chosen for best brisket\, pulled pork\, chicken wings\, pork ribs\, pan de campo and beans. \nSponsored by H-E-B\, the City of McAllen and L&F Distributors \nContact Gerry for more information at 956-682-2871.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/sizzling-in-the-tropics-bbq-cook-off-2/
LOCATION:McAllen Municipal Park\, 1921 North Bicentennial Blvd.\, McAllen\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals and Celebrations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220514T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220514T230000
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SUMMARY:Watermelon Festival & Cook-off
DESCRIPTION:The 10th annual Watermelon Festival & Cook-off takes place May 14 from 3-11 p.m. in Alamo. This family-friendly event will have entertainment for everyone to enjoy. \nFestival offerings include:\n\nBeer Garden\nFood Vendors\nCarnival Rides\nArts and Crafts\nMusical Line-up\nFree Watermelon Slices\nState-Sanctioned Cook-off
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/watermelon-festival-cook-off/
LOCATION:Alamo Downtown Central Park\, 800 E. Main Street\, Alamo\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals and Celebrations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220512T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220512T220000
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SUMMARY:Farm to Table Dinner 2022 | IDEA Public Schools
DESCRIPTION:Join IDEA Public Schools on May 12 as it celebrates 22 years of IDEA’s commitment to the Rio Grande Valley with its inaugural Farm to Table Dinner. \nThe night will be filled with inspiring stories and a silent auction. Following is a dinner featuring locally sourced ingredients prepared by renowned Chef Larry Delgado\, winner of Beat Bobby Flay 2021. \nAll funds raised will support graduating seniors and alumni with scholarships on their journey to and through college. \nRSVP online.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/farm-to-table-dinner-2022-idea-public-schools/
LOCATION:Brownsville Market Square\, 1150 Market Square Street\, Brownsville\, TX\, 78520\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals and Celebrations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220507T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220507T170000
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SUMMARY:Alligator Sanctuary Anniversary
DESCRIPTION:Join the South Padre Island Birding\, Nature Center & Alligator Sanctuary on May 7 to celebrate the third anniversary of the Alligator Sanctuary. \nLearn all about the biology of an American alligator and the Alligator Sanctuary through our educational “Gator Talks.” \nAfterwards\, see the feeding of Big Padre\, the center’s 12.5-foot alligator. The center will have cake\, cookies and refreshments while supplies last. \nFree admission all day.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/alligator-sanctuary-anniversary/
LOCATION:South Padre Island Birding\, Nature Center & Alligator Sanctuary\, 6801 Padre Boulevard\, South Padre Island\, TX\, 78597\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals and Celebrations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220507T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220507T080000
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SUMMARY:Jailbreak Beach Escape
DESCRIPTION:The Jailbreak Beach Escape on May 7 has become a South Padre Island tradition. Each May\, thousands of runners conquer the 5k course covering 20 challenging obstacles on the beaches of South Padre. Following is a Texas-sized beach party at Clayton’s Beach Bar. \nRegister online.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/jailbreak-beach-escape/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Festivals and Celebrations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220429T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220429T223000
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SUMMARY:Tacos 'n Tequila Craft Cocktails Showcase
DESCRIPTION:The McAllen Chamber of Commerce\, South Texas Health System\, the Radisson Hotel\, and McAllen Nut & Bolt invite you to this year’s Tacos ‘n Tequila Showcase. Come taste the best tacos and the best tequila craft cocktails in McAllen. \nRestaurants participating this year include Republic of the Rio Grande\, Birdie Bistro\, On the Border\, Costa Messa\, On the Grill and Palenque Grill. Benny & the Katz will provide live music. \nFor more information\, contact Gerry at 956-682-2871.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/tacos-n-tequila-craft-cocktails-showcase/
LOCATION:Radisson Hotel\, 2721 South 10th Street\, McAllen\, TX\, 78503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals and Celebrations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220427T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220427T200000
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SUMMARY:Hats Off to Business Women Dinner & Expo
DESCRIPTION:The Rio Grande Valley Hispanic Chamber of Commerce hosts the Hats Off to Business Women Dinner & Expo on April 27. The gathering of business women celebrates successes while offering networking opportunities. Attendees may also learn how SBA can assist in the creation or expansion of their businesses from keynote speaker Angela Burton\, RGV SBA district director. \nThe event also includes a Kentucky Derby hat contest. \nIndividual tickets to Hats Off to Business Women are $50. Attendees may also reserve a table of eight for $600 by calling the RGVHCC. Vendor table are also available by contacting the chamber. Non-member vendor tables are $250 and include two tickets. Member vendor tables are $200 and include two tickets. \nIndividual tickets are available for purchase online.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/hats-off-to-business-women-dinner-expo/
LOCATION:Embassy Suites by Hilton\, 800 Convention Center Blvd.\, McAllen\, TX\, 78501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals and Celebrations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220427T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220427T130000
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SUMMARY:Administrative Professionals Day Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce hosts an Administrative Professionals Day Luncheon April 27 at the Edinburg Conference Center. Administrative professionals and employers can join the national celebration over a lunch with motivational speaker Dr. Kathy Gruver. \nGruver is an award-winning author and professional speaker with more than 30 years of experience in mind/body medicine and human behavior. Her topics include stress reduction\, mindset and positivity where she creates space for both learning and laughter. \nTickets and tables of eight are available for purchase by contacting the Edinburg Chamber of Commerce.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/administrative-professionals-day-luncheon/
LOCATION:Edinburg Conference Center at Renaissance\, 118 Paseo del Prado\, Edinburg\, 78539\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals and Celebrations
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220423
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220425
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SUMMARY:Spring Migration Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Experience the spectacle and colors of spring bird migration through South Padre Island at the Spring Migration Celebration April 23-24. \nThe weekend includes birding workshops and presentations and a native plant sale. Also on the schedule are Island golf cart birding tours and kids’ activities.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/spring-migration-celebration/
LOCATION:South Padre Island Birding\, Nature Center & Alligator Sanctuary\, 6801 Padre Boulevard\, South Padre Island\, TX\, 78597\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals and Celebrations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220415T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220415T220000
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SUMMARY:Food Park Unplugged
DESCRIPTION:Food Park Unplugged takes place April 15 at McAllen Food Park. \nEvery third Friday of the month\, enjoy the sounds of local crooners while feasting on dishes by Food Truck chefs. Take a stroll and do some shopping from local craft and collectibles vendors. This event is family- and pet-friendly. \nFree admission into the park.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/food-park-unplugged-9/
LOCATION:McAllen Food Park\, 10 N. Broadway\, McAllen\, 78501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals and Celebrations
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ORGANIZER;CN="McAllen Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:bcardenas@mcallenchamber.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220409T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220409T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T063515
CREATED:20220405T135801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220405T135801Z
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SUMMARY:Sunset Live
DESCRIPTION:After a brief pause for two years\, McAllen’s Sunset Live outdoor music festival returns in its full capacity April 9 with a Tex-Mex Country R&B musical celebration.  \nAdmission and parking to the concert is free and is open to the whole family\, including pets. \nThe lineup for Saturday is as follows:\n\n6-6:45 p.m. – Yoga class with Quiet Mind Yoga\n6:30 p.m. – STAARZ\, R&B Pop from Brownsville\n7 p.m. – Lizzie Astorga\, Mexican &American Pop from Brownsville\n8 p.m. – Ricky J & Desert Bloom\, Country from McAllen\n9 p.m. – Darius Jackson\, Blues musician from Austin\n\nAbout Sunset Live\nSunset Live includes three concerts in the spring and three concerts in the fall. Each concert takes place the second Saturday of the month. The series focuses on promoting the arts and giving up-and-coming artists and musicians a different type of exposure outside of the local bar scene. 
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/sunset-live-2/
LOCATION:McAllen Convention Center Oval Park.\, 700 Convention Center Blvd\, McAllen\, TX\, 78501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals and Celebrations
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220409T130000
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SUMMARY:Community Family Health Fair
DESCRIPTION:McAllen Public Library hosts a Community Family Health Fair on April 9 at the Main library. Attendees can “Get on Track with your Health” by taking advantage of free health screenings and visiting many informational stations. Families can enjoy free mini train rides\, jump rope and hoola hoop contests\, a bubble dance-a-thon more. The Health Fair will take place inside the library lobby and outside\, in front of the facility. \nDr. Martin Ekoumou and UTRGV-UT Health Rio Grande Valley students will be onsite providing free health screenings. These include blood pressure checks\, BMI testing\, diabetes screening and cholesterol testing. \nAgencies such as Texas A&M AgriLife Extension\, Hammond Vision Center\, McAllen VA Outpatient Clinic\, Rio Grande Valley Diabetes Association\, Endeavors\, South Texas Health System\, Power of Why Studio\, Vitalant\, McAllen Metro and many others will share information about their services to our community. \nThe Community Family Health Fair is free and open to the public. \nFor more information\, contact the library or visit its website.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/community-family-health-fair/
LOCATION:McAllen Public Library\, 4001 North 23rd Street\, McAllen\, TX\, 78504\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals and Celebrations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220402T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220402T235900
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SUMMARY:TSC Ruby Gala
DESCRIPTION:Texas Southmost College continues its celebration of its 95th anniversary April 2 with its Ruby Gala. \nThe night will include a string quartet and live music by Rockstar Denied. Online and live auctions will include sport\, spa and restaurant packages as well as art pieces and jewelry from local donors. The evening also includes a surf and turf dinner. \nThe gala takes place from 6:30 p.m. to midnight on the second floor of the TSC Olivera Student Services building. This is the third celebratory event honoring the college’s 95th anniversary held over the past year.  \nAll proceeds from donors and auction purchases will benefit the TSC Foundation’s student scholarships. \nTSC Foundation scholarships help hundreds of students each year. Most recently\, they have also provided full scholarships to TSC’s Workforce Training students in programs such as Welding\, Scaffolding and Insulation. These programs lead to immediate employment with companies that offer great pay and benefits. 
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/tsc-ruby-gala/
LOCATION:Oliveira Student Services Center\, 2nd Floor\, 80 Fort Brown\, Brownsville\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals and Celebrations
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ORGANIZER;CN="David Tumlinson":MAILTO:david.tumlinson@tsc.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220402T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220402T190000
DTSTAMP:20260423T063515
CREATED:20220330T194715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220330T194715Z
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SUMMARY:McAllen Cruise Night
DESCRIPTION:Join the McAllen Chamber of Commerce for the second annual “McAllen Classic Car Cruise Night” in McAllen April 2 from 1-7 p.m. Admission is free. \nThe chamber invites all car enthusiasts to come out for a family-friendly event while strolling down memory lane viewing the different decades of automobile history. The event promises to be fun and enjoyable\, with a special guest appearance by the Green Ghost. No alcoholic beverages will be allowed. \nThe classic car cruise will start at the McAllen Chamber led by the Green Ghost. It will then work its way North on Main Street to The Old Church and then back to the McAllen Chamber. Judging will take place at the McAllen Chamber. The announcement of winners will take place in the latter part of the afternoon. \n“We’re excited to have the Green Ghost sponsor the event\,” stated Blanca Cardenas\, Interim President & CEO. “Attendees will have an opportunity to meet and greet and take photos with Charlie Clark\, star of the Green Ghost and the Masters of the Stone\, which will premiere in select theaters on April 29.” \nFor more information about the McAllen Classic Car Cruise\, contact Wally or Maritza at 956-682-2871.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/mcallen-cruise-night/
LOCATION:McAllen Chamber of Commerce\, 1200 Ash Ave.\, McAllen\, TX\, 78501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals and Celebrations
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ORGANIZER;CN="McAllen Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:bcardenas@mcallenchamber.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220402T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220402T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T063515
CREATED:20220328T235309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220328T235309Z
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SUMMARY:Monarch Fest
DESCRIPTION:Each spring\, Monarch Butterflies migrate north and east around March or April. On April 2\, Quinta Mazatlan hosts the annual Monarch Fest from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in McAllen\, with the Bug Parade at 11 a.m. \nFamily activities include live music\, dance\, vendors\, arts & crafts\, migration path\, speakers\, garden tours\, food and other activities. The main stage features cultural dances and performers throughout the festival. Quinta Mazatlan encourages festival goers to wear orange and wings. \nChildren of all ages will enjoy the Bug Parade with an invitation to dress as a pollinator and walk in the parade. The Bug Parade is led by the famous McHi Drumline\, Butterfly Stilt Walkers and more entertainers. Kids can also meet The Very Hungry Caterpillar along the route. \nAmbassador animals will be on display with presentations by Gladys Porter Zoo and Animal Contacto. Boy Scouts can work on fulfilling badge requirements including Grow Something\, In the Wild\, Feathers-Fur-Fins and the Insect Badge. Girl Scouts can work to complete Outdoor Art Petal\, Animal Habitat\, Garden and Bug Badges. \nAdults will enjoy the live music\, garden tours\, native plant sale\, vendors\, food and monarch/gardening speakers. The streets of “Mazatlan” will feature educational booths hosted by UTRGV Entomology\, Estero Llano Grande\, Resaca de las Palmas\, McAllen Recycling & Composting\, McAllen Fire Station\, McAllen Police Department\, McAllen Library\, McAllen Public Utility\, One Up Mushroom\, Santa Ana NWR\, Texas Master Naturalists and more. \nFestival sponsors are the Radisson Hotel\, Med Care EMS\, Whataburger and many educational organizations and volunteers. \nFestival admission is $7 for adults\, $5 for children\, and children ages 2 and under are admitted free. \nTickets are available online at quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/monarch-fest/
LOCATION:Quinta Mazatlan\, 600 Sunset Drive\, McAllen\, TX\, 78503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals and Celebrations
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220326
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220327
DTSTAMP:20260423T063515
CREATED:20220323T174829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220323T180603Z
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SUMMARY:Texas Onion Fest
DESCRIPTION:The Texas Onion Fest celebrates the development of the world famous Texas 1015 Onion which was developed in Weslaco. The name of the 1015 onion came from the suggested planting date\, Oct. 15. \nThe festivities include live entertainment on two stages\, the exciting Onion Eating Contest\, food\, commercial booths\, kiddie rides\, two performances by the Dancing Horses at the Charro Arena\, 1015 Market\, Car Show\, cooking demonstrations at the Culinary Center and more. \nGates open Saturday at 10 a.m. Parking and admission for 2022 are free. \nFor more information\, call the Weslaco Area Chamber of Commerce.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/texas-onion-fest/
LOCATION:Downtown Weslaco\, Texas Blvd.\, Weslaco\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals and Celebrations
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ORGANIZER;CN="Weslaco Area Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:chamber@weslaco.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220325
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220327
DTSTAMP:20260423T063515
CREATED:20220323T184046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220323T184303Z
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SUMMARY:17th Brownsville Guitar Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Brownsville Society for the Performing Arts presents the Brownsville Guitar Festival on March 25 and 26. The event features performances by some of the best\, most inventive acoustic guitarists in the world today. \nBerta Rojas\, “guitarist extraordinaire”\, nominated three times for Latin Grammy Awards\, brings her vibrant and uniquely popular style to the stage while Xavier Jara displays talents that won him the world’s most prestigious solo guitar competition.\nCreated by Dr. Michael Quantz in 2001\, the festival was designed to benefit students and music programs of all levels studying music on the guitar. Ensembles from more than 50 cities across the United States and Mexico have participated in the festival. Some of the greats in the classical guitar world have performed and taught for us including Grammy winners David Russell\, the Los Angeles Guitar Quartet\, Jason Vieaux\, and Los Romeros.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/17th-brownsville-guitar-festival/
LOCATION:TSC Performing Arts Center\, 90 Taylor Avenue\, Brownsville\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals and Celebrations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220318T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220318T220000
DTSTAMP:20260423T063515
CREATED:20220308T155403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220308T155403Z
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SUMMARY:Food Park Unplugged
DESCRIPTION:Food Park Unplugged takes place March 18 at McAllen Food Park. \nEvery third Friday of the month\, enjoy the sounds of local crooners while feasting on dishes by Food Truck chefs. Take a stroll and do some shopping from local craft and collectibles vendors. This event is family- and pet-friendly. \nFree admission into the park.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/food-park-unplugged-8/
LOCATION:McAllen Food Park\, 10 N. Broadway\, McAllen\, 78501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals and Celebrations
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ORGANIZER;CN="McAllen Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:bcardenas@mcallenchamber.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220312T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220312T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T063515
CREATED:20220302T190443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220302T190629Z
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SUMMARY:National Plant a Flower Day at the Mazatlan Morning
DESCRIPTION:March 12 is National Plant a Flower Day and Quinta Mazatlan is celebrating with Mazatlan Morning from 9 a.m. to noon with the Native Plant Sale\, Talk\, Walk & Seed Bombing. \nMcAllen urban ecologist John Brush presents a program at 10 a.m. titled “Quinta in Bloom\,” highlighting the native flowers around the sanctuary. \nMike Heep\, Valley’s native plant nursery owner\, will sell plants from 9 a.m. to noon with a presentation at 11 a.m. This is an opportunity for attendees to ask questions about what to grow in a garden. \nKids and adults alike can make Seed Bombs to take home and toss anywhere they would like to cover with flowers.  Seed Bombs are balls made out of clay\, compost and seeds.  Apparently\, Seed Bombs were first used in the 70’s to “bomb” large vacant lots in New York City with flowers—they called it guerilla gardening. \nThe event is free with park admission of $3 for adults\, $2 for children\, and ages 2 and under are free. Reserve your tickets online at quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com in order for the park to prepare accordingly. \nFor more information\, contact Quinta Mazatlan or follow Quinta Mazatlan on social media.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/national-plant-a-flower-day-at-the-mazatlan-morning/
LOCATION:Quinta Mazatlan\, 600 Sunset Drive\, McAllen\, TX\, 78503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals and Celebrations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220312T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220312T110000
DTSTAMP:20260423T063515
CREATED:20220307T222944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220307T222944Z
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SUMMARY:Spring Habitat Volunteer Day
DESCRIPTION:Springtime means an opportunity to keep expanding the SPI Birding\, Nature Center & Alligator Sanctuary‘s habitats. Lend the staff a hand March 12 as they plant native trees\, shrubs and nectar plants in effort to get the grounds in shape to benefit the upcoming spring bird and Monarch migration. \nThe center has some shovels\, garden tools and gloves\, but volunteers bringing their own is helpful. \nVolunteers who stay for two hours receive free admission to the center for the day.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/spring-habitat-volunteer-day/
LOCATION:South Padre Island Birding\, Nature Center & Alligator Sanctuary\, 6801 Padre Boulevard\, South Padre Island\, TX\, 78597\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals and Celebrations
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ORGANIZER;CN="South Padre Island Birding%2C Nature Center & Alligator Sanctuary":MAILTO:choward@spibirding.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220305
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220306
DTSTAMP:20260423T063515
CREATED:20220113T143703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220113T143841Z
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SUMMARY:Arbor Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Keep McAllen Beautiful hosts its in-person Arbor Day Celebration March 5\, with a 5K\, 10K\, kids 2K and 25-mile bike ride and social bike ride. The celebration also includes educational booths and tree workshops. \nRegister for run and biking events online.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/arbor-day-celebration/
LOCATION:McAllen Munical Park\, 1921 North Bicentennial Blvd.\, McAllen\, TX\, 78501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals and Celebrations
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ORGANIZER;CN="Keep McAllen Beautiful":MAILTO:kmb@mcallen.net
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220304
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220306
DTSTAMP:20260423T063515
CREATED:20220222T210613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220222T210820Z
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SUMMARY:Health & Wellness Fair
DESCRIPTION:Rio Grande City holds its first annual free Community Health and Wellness Fair March 4 from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and March 5 from 9 a.m. to noon at the AC2E Elementary School in Fort Ringgold. \nDedicated to the health and wellness needs of families in the Rio Grande City area\, local clinicians and health professionals will provide free health screenings\, medical information\, education and health-related services including the following: \n\nCholesterol Screenings\nBlood Pressure Screenings\nLiver Scans\nMedical Weight Loss\nRehabilitation Consulting\nBehavioral Health\nCar Seat Checks\nFlu Vaccines\nCardiovascular Disease\nDiabetes Screening\nCardiac Health Screening\nAlzheimer’s Disease Screening\n\nVendors and health care service providers may register online.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/health-wellness-fair/
LOCATION:AC2E Elementary School in Fort Ringgold\, Fort Ringgold\, Rio Grande City\, 78582
CATEGORIES:Festivals and Celebrations
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ORGANIZER;CN="Angelina Villarreal":MAILTO:avillarreal@cityofrgc.com
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