Events
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Walk For Women
South Padre Island Convention Centre 7355 Padre Boulevard, South Padre Island, TX, United StatesWalk For Women honors the breast cancer survivors, fighters and thrivers, and remember those we have lost but who remain in our hearts. Registration is from 8:30-10 a.m. at the South Padre Island Convention Centre. The walk starts promptly at 10 am. and will also end at the convention centre. Participants are responsible for their own transportation. The route will go south on Padre Blvd to the Post Office at…
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Mission Lions Market Days
Mission Market Square 200 West Tom Landry, Mission, TX, United StatesJoin friends and neighbors for Mission Lions Market Days Oct. 9. The market includes arts and crafts, antiques, jewelry, clothing, food and music. Free community bingo is also part of the event. The market takes place every month on the second Saturday.
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Weslaco Museum Saturday Speaker – Lisa Adam
Weslaco Museum 500 South Texas Blvd., Weslaco, TX, United StatesThe Weslaco Museum presents Lisa Adam for an encore event on her book “xuai” Oct. 9 at 2 p.m. Adam is an anthropologist whose research lead her on a journey to “the whispered and fragmented words" of the ancient Coahuiltecan peoples of south Texas and northern Mexico. With Spanish missions dominating the area, many of the natives were converted to Christianity. Through those missions, words were translated from native languages…
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Dia de los Muertos Festival and Market
International Museum of Art & Science 1900 W. Nolana Ave., McAllen, TX, United StatesIMAS hosts the Dia de los Muertos Festival and Market Oct. 10. Visitors can play Lotería, create papel picado, make a paper butterfly shadow box, view the altars display, and decorate a traditional sugar skull ($2 per participant). A diverse vendor market will be on site with traditional pieces and handmade goods including art, jewelry, plants, aguas frescas and sweet treats. Community tables include McAllen Public Library and Valley Symphony Orchestra. The McAllen Creative Incubator…
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Kid’s Night Out At Sea Turtle Inc.
Sea Turtle Inc. 6617 Padre Blvd., South Padre Island, TX, United StatesSea Turtle Inc. hosts a Kid's Night Out for children ages 7-14 years old Oct. 16. Children will participate in educational sea turtle activities and spooky activities hosted by sea turtle educators. Pizza, snacks and drinks are included in the $50 registration. Register online.
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Business Over Breakfast – American Cancer Society
Harlingen Area Chamber of Commerce 311 E. Tyler Ave., Harlingen, TX, United StatesThe Harlingen Area Chamber of Commerce hosts its monthly Business Over Breakfast Oct. 14 with the American Cancer Society. Cathy Weaver serves as the keynote speaker for this installment.
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SPI Coffee and Conversation
Padre Island Brewing Company 3400 Padre Blvd., South Padre Island, TX, United StatesJoin the South Padre Island Chamber for "Coffee and Conversation" to hear about new county projects on Oct. 14 at Padre Island Brewing Co. Speakers are Cameron County Judge Eddie Trevino Jr. and County Commissioner Pct. 1 Sofia Benavides. The Point Isabel ISD will also provide information on the November bond election.
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Edinburg Chamber Installation & Awards Banquet
TX, United StatesThe Edinburg Chamber of Commerce honors its Man and Woman of the Year at its installation and awards banquet Oct. 14. "Under the Neon Moon" will celebrate Michael J. Williamson, the chamber's 2021-2022 president of the board, and Veronica Gonzales, the immediate past president. Other honors for the evening include Community Leader of the Year, Ambassador of the Year and Business Award winners. VIP tables and sponsorships are available. For…
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Small Business FInancial Statements Seminar
Harlingen Area Chamber of Commerce 311 E. Tyler Ave., Harlingen, TX, United StatesThe Small Business Financial Statements Seminar on Oct. 15 at the Harlingen Chamber focuses on how to create, use and maintain three important financial statements. This includes balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and cash flow statements. Explore how small business can use these statements to build a strong financial plan and strategy for continued growth. Presented by Frost Bank, in partnership with the Greater Harlingen Chamber of Commerce, Liftfund…
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Coffee Crawl: A Coffee, Culture and Lifestyle Festival
H-E-B Park 1616 South Raul Longoria Road, Edinburg, TX, United StatesH-E-B Park hosts the inaugural Coffee Crawl Oct. 15, featuring coffee vendors from across the RGV. The evening also features a coffee contest, local performers, pastry vendors and other local retail vendors. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for kids. Fellow pet friends are allowed and tickets are $5. Purchase tickets online or the H-E-B Park box office.
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Food Park Unplugged
McAllen Food Park 10 N. Broadway, McAllen, United StatesFood Park Unplugged takes place Oct. 15 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.
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Texas Dept. of Public Safety & Army National Guard Appreciation Day
Hidalgo County Republican Party Headquarters 4900 North 23rd Street, McAllen, TX, United StatesThe Hidalgo County Republican Party hosts a Texas Dept. of Public Safety & Army National Guard Appreciation Day Oct. 16. From 12:30-2:30 p.m., join in for hot dogs and hamburgers. Everyone is invited.