The Holidays are here, and everyone in the Valley is ready to celebrate. Cities are having Christmas Tree Lightings, parades, Christmas markets and more to get you ready for the joyful spirit of Christmas.

Mercedes will be having their Christmas tree lighting ceremony on Thursday, November 21 from 6 to 9 p.m. The evening will feature food, music, games and shopping. It will be held at 520 E. 2nd St., at the Mercedes Civic Center.

The City of Weslaco and Weslaco Chamber of Commerce invite you to celebrate the holidays with them. Weslaco’s Holiday Kickoff: Tree lighting and holiday market starts at 6 p.m. on Friday, November 22. It will be held at the Weslaco City Hall, 255 S. Kansas Ave.

Other holiday events are their Santa Dash on Saturday, December 14 and later that evening will be the Weslaco Lighted Christmas Parade at 6 p.m.

For more information contact the Weslaco Area Chamber of Commerce at (956) 968-2102 or visit www.weslaco.com.

City of Mission will host their annual Mission Mayor’s Christmas Tree lighting on Friday, November 22 at 6 p.m. at Leo Pena Placita Park, 801 N. Conway Ave. Enjoy photos with Santa, vendors, live music, raffles, and more holiday fun. The holiday market excitement continues the next day, November 23, from 2 to 8 p.m.

City of Alamo is accepting float registration for their parade that will be held on Friday, December 13 from 6:30 to 9 p.m. The theme for this year is Candyland. You can find out more information on their Facebook page or visit their library for a registration form.

Check your local city to see if a Christmas tree lighting ceremony or parade will be held near you. We have plenty more that will be coming up at the beginning of December. Many are already accepting parade entries and participation.