Festivals and Celebrations
Pharr Salute to Veterans Parade and Fireworks
Downtown Pharr 118 South Cage Blvd., Pharr, TX, United StatesThe City of Pharr's annual Pharr Salute to Veterans Parade and Fireworks event takes place Nov. 6 in Downtown Pharr (118 South Cage Blvd.). The parade will take place at 4:30 p.m. with the Fireworks Show following at 8 p.m. The Pharr Salute to Veterans Parade and Fireworks event allows the community to show gratitude while honoring the men and women who have valiantly served the nation. Participants should sport…
Port Isabel Shrimp Cook-Off & Seafood Festival
Sutherland's 1723 Texas 100, Port Isabel, TX, United StatesJoin the Port Isabel Chamber of Commerce for its annual Shrimp Cook-Off & Seafood Festival in the Sutherland's parking lot Nov. 6. Dozens of professional and amateur chefs prepare their favorite recipes for thousands of festival attendees at a modest fee. Each contestant’s recipe will be judged on appearance, aroma and taste by a select panel of judges. Winner announcements take place at 4 p.m. The Shrimp Cook-Off & Seafood Festival…
246th USMC Birthday Ball Celebration
Isla Grand Resort 500 Padre Boulevard, South Padre Island, TX, United StatesValley veterans and families come together for the USMC Birthday Ball Celebration on Nov. 14 to celebrate the day the U.S. Marines were founded, Nov. 10, 1775 and also to celebrate Veterans' Day. Honor Guest for the evening is Gunnery Sergeant Marvin Hernandez Garcia. The event includes dinner, dance, door prices, and free beer and margarita drinks for the social hour. Cash Bar will be open all night.
Night of Lights: “Rocking Around The Christmas Tree” Parade
TX, United StatesThe Edinburg Chamber of Commerce and City of Edinburg present the annual Night of Lights Parade on Dec. 3. The parade kicks off at 7 p.m. in the Edinburg Downtown District with organizations, schools, marching groups, businesses and community groups on various floats. Trophies and awards will go to first-, second- and third-place winners in the business, civic and school divisions. The festive event is free to the public.
Santa Dash 5k Fun Run
Weslaco City Hall 255 South Kansas Ave., Weslaco, TX, United StatesThe Weslaco Chamber of Commerce and RGV Theme Runs present the return of the annual Santa Dash fun run. Join in kicking off the Weslaco Christmas Parade on Dec. 11 at 5 p.m. Each runner will get receive a five-piece Santa Suit, a medal and a bib. Register online.
Food Park Unplugged
McAllen Food Park 10 N. Broadway, McAllen, United StatesFood Park Unplugged takes place Dec. 17 at McAllen Food Park. Every 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. Free admission into the park.
Hot Cocoa For Heroes
Harlingen Area Chamber of Commerce 311 E. Tyler Ave., Harlingen, TX, United StatesJoin the Harlingen Area Chamber of Commerce for Hot Cocoa For Heroes Dec. 20. The chamber will give out hot cocoa, sweet bread and tamales to veterans and first responders.
SPI Kite Fest
SPI Convention Center 7355 Padre Blvd., South Padre Island, TX, United StatesThe SPI Kite Fest is back for 2022 at the SPI Convention Center Feb. 3-5 for indoor kite performances and the outdoor festival. The weekend also includes On the Flats and a banquet at the Isla Grand Beach Resort.
26th Annual Winter Outdoor Wildlife Expo
SPI Birding, Nature Center & Alligator Sanctuary 6801 Padre Boulevard, South Padre Island, TX, United StatesThe annual Winter Outdoor Wildlife Expo is back better than ever on South Padre Island Feb. 8-12. The five-day expo includes distinguished guest speakers, exhibits and tours. Learn all about the fascinating natural treasures South Texas and the lower Laguna Madre have to offer. The array of topics include sea turtles, native plants, birds, fishing, butterflies and dragonflies, and more. Visit spibirding.com/wowe for more details, presenter schedule, and to register for…
2022 Rio Grande Valley Quilt Show “Wizard of Oz”
South Padre Island Convention Centre 7355 Padre Boulevard, South Padre Island, TX, United StatesThe Rio Grande Valley Quilt Guild presents the Rio Grande Valley Quilt Show Feb. 18-19 to further their mission to preserve and encourage the art of quilting. Hundreds of quilts will be on display in 14 categories. The event also includes hourly demos, vendors, a silent auction, door prizes and more. Show hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. Admission is $10 a day or $15 both days for…
Food Park Unplugged
McAllen Food Park 10 N. Broadway, McAllen, United StatesFood Park Unplugged takes place Feb. 18 at McAllen Food Park. Every 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. Free admission into the park.
South Padre Island Chili Expo (SPICE)
Louie's Backyard 2305 Laguna Boulevard, South Padre Island, TX, United StatesWelcome back to the South Padre Island Chili Expo (SPICE) Feb. 19, benefiting South Padre Island Walk for Women. The event helps support women and families in the Valley who are fighting breast cancer with financial assistance. To register to cook, you will need to complete both the registration form and the Health Department Application and return both to reeslangspi@gmail.com. You are also responsible for reading and following the Cooks Rules…