SPI Chamber Winter Wonderland Annual Gala
2022-11-12 19:00 - 23:00 (America/Chicago) | Isla Grand Beach Resort, 500 Padre Blvd., South Padre Island, TX, 78597, United States
The South Padre Island Chamber of Commerce hosts its Winter Wonderland Gala and Fundraiser on Nov. 12. The evening begins at the Isla Grand Beach Resort at 7 p.m. with cocktails and a silent auction. An extravagent buffet begins at 7:30 p.m. followed by dancing until 11 p.m. with “The Agency.”
Dress is formal. Individual tickets are $90.

LRGVDC First Annual Vet Fest
2022-11-16 10:00 - 15:00 | LRGVDC, 301 West Railroad Street, Weslaco, TX, 78596, United States
The LRGVDC hosts its first annual Vet Fest on Nov. 16. Veterans and their families will have access to several resources, including on-site health screenings, mental health assessments, vaccinations, raffles, food and refreshments.

Christmas Tree Lighting and Little Nashville
2022-11-18 18:00 - 22:00 | H.E.B. Park, 520 E. Second Street, Mercedes, TX, United States
The City of Mercedes/Mercedes Chamber of Commerce presents The Christmas Tree Lighting/Little Nashville on Nov. 18. The evening includes food, crafts, music and festive fun with Santa Claus.

Fire Stoppers Festival
2022-12-02 18:00 - 22:00 | Edinburg Central Fire Station, 212 W. McIntyre St., Edinburg, TX, United States
The Edinburg Fire Department and the City of Edinburg invites the public to its annual Fire Stoppers Festival on Dec. 2. Families can enjoy a night of fun, food, kid’s rides, entertainment and live music performances by Tejano Highway 281, Conjunto Cats, Spare Parts and Frankie Caballero Jr.
Bring your lawn chairs and blankets while you enjoy the music at the new amphitheater.
For more information, call 956-378-5525.

Rio Grande City Annual Lighted Christmas Parade
2022-12-02 19:00 | Rio Grande City, Rio Grande City, TX, United States
The Rio Grande City Annual Lighted Christmas Parade takes place Dec. 2 at 7 p.m. The Spectacular and Historical Christmas Parade makes it way down Main Street from Britton Avenue to the Fort Rinngold entrance.

A Storybook Christmas Parade
2022-12-02 19:00 | Richard Flores Stadium, 320 E. Mark S. Pena Drive, Edinburg, TX, United States
The City of Edinburg hosts the return of the Edinburg Night of Lights Parade Dec. 2 featuring individuals, schools, businesses and organizations in “A Storybook Christmas.”
The parade route runs along North Closner Boulevard beginning at the corner of Mark S. Pena Drive and North Closner Blvd. at Richard Flores Stadium. The parade ends on the corner of West McIntyre Street and North Closner Blvd. at the Museum of South Texas History.
Award trophies and prize money go to competitive floats for first, second and third places in Business/Civic, School and Marching Band divisions.
For more information, contact the Edinburg Chamber of Commerce.

Winter Texan Reception
2022-12-07 16:00 - 18:00 | Rio Grande Valley Livestock Show Grounds, 1000 North Texas Ave., Mercedes, TX, United States
The Mercedes Chamber of Commerce hosts a Winter Texan Welcome Back Reception on Dec. 7 at the Youth Center at the Rio Grande Valley Livestock Show Grounds. Winter Texans are invited to attend and enjoy refreshments and entertainment to welcome them back to the Valley and Mercedes.

Mercedes Annual Christmas Lighted Parade
2022-12-09 19:00 - 20:30 | Mercedes, 6th Street, Mercedes, TX, United States
The Mercedes Chamber of Commerce presents the annual Lighted Christmas Parade on Dec. 9 with the theme “A Sweet Christmas on Candy Cane Lane.” The parade begins at 7 p.m. on Sixth Street and will travel north on Texas Avenue into the Rio Grande Valley Livestock Show Grounds.
Contact the Mercedes Chamber of Commerce for information.

New Years Eve Balloon Drop
2022-12-30 15:00 - 16:00 | Children’s Museum of Brownsville, 501 E Ringgold Street #5 Dean Porter, Brownsville, TX, 78520, United States
Celebrate the new year at the Children’s Museum of Brownsville on Dec. 30 and Dec. 31 at 3 p.m. Welcome the new year with the annual New Years Eve Balloon Drop along with an afternoon full of excitement, fun and lots of balloons.
Admission is $9 per person.

Quinta Mazatlan Valentines Concert
2023-02-09 18:00 - 19:00 | Quinta Mazatlan, 600 Sunset Drive, McAllen, TX, 78503, United States
Quinta Mazatlan presents an early Valentines Concert in the Park on Feb. 9 with Dos Voces, a contemporary classical duo. Guests may arrive prior to the 6 p.m. concert to take in the nature and birding trails through the woods.
Dos Voces’s Cecy and Bri have collaborated through the years as performers and music educators. As Dos Voces, they integrate their disciplines of voice, piano and guitar. Open to innovation and fun, the two explore the Bolero as well as Jazz, Soul and other contemporary genres.
Quinta Mazatlan reminds the public that, “Music is all around us, especially in nature. From babbling brooks to chirping birds, there is a symphony of sounds around us. Through music we can create deep connections with others, ourselves, and our natural world.”
Tickets are $7 per person and are available online at quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com.

Rotary Shrimp Fest of South Texas Inc.
2023-02-11 17:00 - 21:00 | Casa de Amistad, 1204 Fair Park Blvd., Harlingen, TX, 78550, United States
The Rotary Clubs of Harlingen and San Benito host their 27th Shrimp Fest and Fundraiser on Feb. 11. The evening features gulf shrimp, a silent auction, beer garden, raffles and live music by the “Band”itos. Drive-thru will be available for pick-up. Tickets can be purchased online, at the door or from your favorite Rotarian.
Net proceeds from this fundraiser will be distributed among different scholarships, charities and for the betterment of the community.

Texas Onion Fest
2023-03-25 10:00 - 22:00 | Downtown Weslaco, Texas Blvd., Weslaco, United States
The Texas Onion Fest on March 25 celebrates the development of the world famous Texas 1015 Onion which was developed in Weslaco and is also the State Vegetable of Texas.
The name of the 1015 onion came from the suggested planting date, Oct. 15. Festivities include live entertainment on two stages, the Onion Eating Contest, food, commercial booths, kiddie rides, Dancing Horses, 1015 Market, Car Show, cooking demonstrations and more.

Taste McAllen
2023-05-03 18:30 - 21:30 | McAllen Convention Center, 700 Convention Center Boulevard, McAllen, TX, United States
Join the McAllen Chamber of Commerce on May 3 for a culinary experience exploring the unique diversity and myriad of flavors from the region.
This is the Premier Food Festival of South Texas where guests can enjoy mouth-watering signature bites from over 20 staple restaurants unique to the region.
Individual tickets are $75 each and can be purchased online (service fees will apply). Attendees can enjoy signature bites from all the participating vendors, along with beer, wine and soft drinks included with General Admission access. Live music, photo opportunities and other activations will also be available.
Taste McAllen’s mission is to support and highlight the area restaurant community by showcasing the diverse culinary talents of the region.
For more information, contact Economic Development Specialist Erica Almazan at 956-682-2871 or ealmazan@mcallenchamber.com.

Alligator Sanctuary Anniversary
2023-05-06 08:00 - 17:00 | South Padre Island Birding, Nature Center & Alligator Sanctuary, 6801 Padre Boulevard, South Padre Island, TX, 78597, United States
The South Padre Island Birding, Nature Center & Alligator Sanctuary celebrates its fourth anniversary on May 6 with fun for the young and young at heart.
Gator Talks are scheduled at 11a.m., 1:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. Come by and visit with baby gators, juvenile gators and see the King Queen Gators – Big Padre and Lady Laguna.
Free admission.

Super Hero Vehicle Night
2023-06-08 18:00 - 20:00 | Quinta Mazatlan, 600 Sunset Drive, McAllen, TX, 78503, United States
Join Quinta Mazatlán for Thursday Night Live on June 8 to the new quarter mile Superhero Trail through the Woods. Valley artists Celerino Castillo and Gaby Rico have created over 75 life-size painted wood PEGS of comic book Superheroes that have been placed along the trails. As you walk the trail you will also see six-foot tall famous comic book covers that will be accompanying the artistic PEGS. The trail will begin with our real-life superheroes and their vehicles stationed up Sabal Palm Drive.
Guests can stop by and view the super vehicles, take photos and get information on the different departments that will be in attendance. Meet our real-life superheroes including McAllen Police Department, Border Patrol, McAllen Fire Department, McAllen Public Utilities, McAllen Public Works, Recycling Center and many more. Dress as your favorite Super Hero for fun photo opportunities with Batman, Spiderman and Bumblebee.
Park admission is $3 per person, which includes the program. Tickets are available for pre-purchase at quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com.

Texas Cook’Em High Steaks
2023-06-30 - 2023-07-01 | Ebony Hills Golf Course, 300 W. Palm Drive, Edinburg, TX, United States
Texas Cook’Em High Steaks is back and better than ever from June 30 – July 1 with top musical acts, exciting attractions, a car show and of course, some of the best Steak BBQ cook-off in Texas.

Pharr Independence Day Festival and Fireworks Show
2023-07-01 18:00 - 22:00 | Allen & William Arnold Elementary, 615 West Eldora Road, Pharr, TX, 78577, United States
Join the City of Pharr in celebrating freedom and unity at its Independence Day Festival on July 1. The day includes carnival rides, live music and food. A fireworks spectacular begins at 9 p.m.

Health & Wellness Fair
2023-07-13 08:00 - 12:00 | Brownsville Events Center, 1 Events Center Blvd., Brownsville, TX, United States
The Brownsville Chamber of Commerce Health & Wellness Fair is back on July 13 at the Brownsville Events Center. Meet the local health and wellness organizations whose goals are to keep the Brownsville community healthy.
The Health & Wellness Fair features health screenings, live workout demonstrations and door prizes.
Interested exhibitors from the health and wellness industry are encouraged to participate. For more information, contact the Brownsville Chamber of Commerce.

MXLAN 2023 Art & Music Festival
2023-07-28 - 2023-07-30 | McAllen Convention Center, 700 Convention Center Boulevard, McAllen, TX, United States
Get ready for an unforgettable summer experience at the MXLAN 2023 Art & Music Festival July 28-30. The vibrant three-day festival includes the Calenda Street Parade, Artisan Mercado, live music, Artisan Mercado, fireworks, Live in Motion Art, Gratitude Tunnel, Mexican crafts and more.
Live music performers include Kinky, Glare, Little Jesus, Maye, Estevie and Lizzie Astorga.
Premium events that require additional tickets are the Neon Nights 5k, Spirits Mezcal & Tequila and Sabor A Mexico Food Festival.
General admission is free on July 28. General admission of $10 per person applies to Saturday and Sunday. Gates open at 7 p.m.
To purchase tickets, visit www.MXLAN.com.

SBA 70th Anniversary Ribbon Cutting Ceremony & District Office Open House
2023-07-31 10:00 - 11:00 | SBA Lower Rio Grande Valley District Office , 2422 E. Tyler Ave., Suite E, Harlingen, TX, 78550, United States
SBA’s Lower Rio Grande Valley District Office invites the community to a ribbon-cutting ceremony and open house on July 31, commemorating the agency’s 70th anniversary. This special event marks the beginning of SBA’s anniversary month, recognizing its steadfast commitment to small business development and economic growth.
Following the ribbon cutting, local business owners, chambers, entrepreneurs, government officials, resource partners and community members will have the opportunity to explore the district office and visit with staff members and resource partners to learn more about SBA’s resources, programs and services.
Register online.

South Texas Senior Summit - Cameron County
2023-08-03 09:00 - 14:00 | Harlingen Convention Center, 701 Harlingen Heights Drive, Harlingen, TX, 78552, United States
The annual Senior Summit heads to Cameron County on Aug. 3 for seniors ages 60 and up.
The free event includes:

Education seminars for health, medicare, medicaid, fraud and abuse
Wellness Exams for face, ears, eyes, nose, throat, heart and lungs
Health screenings for glucose, blood pressure, eye, feet, veins, dental and bone density
Activities like Zumba, gold massages, nail polishing and dancing

Lunch and snacks will be provided.

Free Young Adult Health Summit
2023-08-25 09:00 - 15:30 | McAllen Convention Center, 700 Convention Center Boulevard, McAllen, TX, United States
Calling all South Texas young adults. Come out to this free event on Aug. 25 during the sixth annual South Texas Adolescent Health Summit. Make new friends and hear from cool and inspiring speakers about contraception, healthy relationships and more.
The event includes free food and a $50 stipend. Only open to young adults ages 17-24.
Register online.

Texas Street Festival
2023-09-02 14:00 - 2023-09-03 23:59 | Downtown Mercedes, 200 S. Texas Avenue, Mercedes, TX, United States
The 15th annual Texas Street Festival takes place in downtown Mercedes on Sept. 2 from 200 South Texas Ave. to 500 South Texas Ave. The free event is includes food and craft vendors, main stage with live music performers, car show, carnival rides and more.

SpaceBall: An Out of This World Cocktail Party
2023-09-15 19:00 - 21:30 | Brownsville Events Center, 1 Events Center Blvd., Brownsville, TX, United States
The Brownsville Chamber of Commerce presents its inaugural SpaceBall: An Out of this World Cocktail Party on Sept. 15. Attendees will embark on a cosmic journey beyond the stars, where history and innovation collide in an unforgettable evening of elegance and excitement. Dress to impress in your finest cosmic attire and get ready to mingle under the shimmering constellations.
Event Highlights:

Cocktail Extravaganza: Sip on an array of handcrafted cocktails designed to ignite your taste buds and elevate your senses. Expert mixologists have concocted an exquisite selection of beverages, with flavors as diverse as the galaxies themselves.
Cash Bar: For those seeking an extra splash of indulgence, a well-stocked cash bar will be at your service, offering premium beverages to complement the cosmic atmosphere.
Orbital Beats: Lose yourself in the rhythms of our DJ as they spin an interstellar playlist that spans across genres and generations. From classic hits to modern bangers, the dance floor is your launching pad to a night of non-stop fun.
Auction Games: Engage in thrilling auction games that bring an element of surprise to the evening. Bid on unique items and experiences that are truly out of this world, all in support of the Chamber’s future initiatives.
Otherworldly Experience: Immerse yourself in an enchanting environment inspired by the cosmos. Captivating visuals are sure to offer you an immersive experience as every corner of the venue will be a portal to a realm where imagination knows no bounds.

Individual chamber member tickets are $75; $100 for non-members. Call the Brownsville Chamber of Commerce for large group rate discounts.
For inquiries and sponsorship opportunities, contact Astrid Rosales at membership@brownsvillechamber.com or 956-542-4341 to speak about the various opportunities to showcase your business.

Spirit of the Border
2023-09-29 18:30 - 22:30 | Quinta Mazatlan, 600 Sunset Drive, McAllen, TX, 78503, United States
Join the McAllen Chamber of Commerce for the inaugural Spirit of the Border event on Sept. 29, celebrating the conclusion of the 88th Legislative Session of Texas and honoring Rio Grande Valley legislators.
This evening is all about community engagement, legislative impact, and supporting the McAllen Chamber of Commerce and its Government Affairs Council.
Experience delicious food, specialty drinks, live music by Ache de Barrio and a silent auction.
Sponsorship opportunities available. For more information, contact Gerry Garcia at ggarcia@mcallenchamber.com.

University DraftHouse Beer Fest
2023-10-14 18:30 - 22:30 | Edinburg Food Truck Park, 201 N 7th Ave., Edinburg, 78541, United States
Get ready for the ultimate beer extravaganza at the University DraftHouse Beer Fest on Oct. 14 in Edinburg.
Explore an array of unique brews, from porters, stouts and pilsners to ales, wheats, Belgians, ciders, lagers and more. With over 100 premium and craft beers from 85+ breweries worldwide, there’s something for every beer enthusiast.
Admission includes live music, engaging games, a wine garden and free food from local restaurants. One-hundred percent of the proceeds support the City of Edinburg’s education initiatives.
This event welcomes all beer lovers aged 21 and over.
Note: Each University DraftHouse Beer Fest ticket includes a sampling card redeemable for (24) 1-oz. beers.
Tickets are available at UniversityDrafthouseBeerFest.com, the Edinburg Chamber of Commerce, and both University Drafthouse locations in Edinburg and McAllen.

Historical Happy Hour: Halloween Costume Contest
2023-10-27 17:00 - 19:00 | Historic Brownsville Museum, 641 E. Madison Street, Brownsville, TX, 78520, United States
Do you have what it takes to win the Brownsville Historical Association‘s Halloween costume contest on Oct. 27? Come in your scariest or unique attire to win some awesome goodies.
Everyone is encouraged to wear their spookiest outfit (even if you are not participating in the contest). This month’s happy hour is sponsored by L&F Distributors. Attendees must be 21 years & older.
Free for BHA members, $15 when you RSVP, $20 at the door. No refunds.
For more information and to make a reservation, call 956-548-1313.

17th Annual Spooktacular Halloween Bash
2023-10-27 19:00 - 21:00 | Brownsville Sports Park, 1000 Sports Park Blvd., Brownsville, United States
The 17th annual Spooktacular Halloween Bash is a longstanding tradition that brings the Brownsville community together for a safe and enjoyable Halloween celebration. The Oct. 27 event from the Brownsville Police Department features food, games and lots of prizes.
Dress up in your creepiest, funniest or most creative costume for a hauntingly good time.

Rio Grande Valley Premium Outlets Halloween Bash
2023-10-28 15:00 - 20:00 | Rio Grande Valley Premium Outlets, 5001 E Expressway 83, Mercedes, 78570, United States
Black cats, ghosts, and witches’ brew. Your favorite little ghosts and goblins are invited to Rio Grande Valley Premium Outlets for a spooky fun Halloween Bash on Oct. 28. Children of all ages are encouraged to sport their best Halloween costumes to haunt Rio Grande Valley Premium Outlets in search of candy from retailers throughout the center.
The Halloween celebration will feature music, family-friendly activities, complimentary snow cones, a balloon artist, face painting, a photo booth and more. Families will have a thrill shopping the wicked sidewalk sales, and the first 100 kids will receive a spooky bag filled with goodies and tasty treats.
The Rio Grande Valley Premium Outlets will host its Halloween Bash near the exterior Food Court.

30th Annual Shrimp Cook-off and Seafood Festival
2023-11-04 10:00 - 16:30 | Sutherlands, 1723 TX-100, Port Isabel, TX, 78578, United States
The 30th annual Shrimp Cook-off and Seafood Festival on Nov. 4 is a family friendly event featuring live music all day, kids’ games, vendors from the local Port Isabel Flea Market and food vendors.
Entry fee is $5; kids ages 10 and under admitted for free.
