MISSION, Texas — The City of Mission is inviting residents and visitors from across the Rio Grande Valley to join in a patriotic celebration as America marks its historic 250th birthday.
The City of McAllen is inviting the community to participate in the 98th Annual Independence Day Celebration, presented by H-E-B Helping Here on Saturday, July 4, 2026 with an early morning 4K race, a patriotic program, immediately followed by the Main Street Parade and then Freedom Festival, a family-friendly festival held at Archer Park. Music, food, and games will be highlights of the events. The event will conclude with the H-E-B Concert in the Sky Fireworks Extravaganza.
Read more: McAllen invites community to celebrate Independence Day
EDINBURG — The City of Edinburg invites residents and visitors to kick off the summer with an exciting evening of live music at the first concert of the 2026 Summer Concert Series on Saturday, May 30, 2026, at 7 p.m. at the Promenade Park Amphitheater.
Read more: City of Edinburg launches Summer Concert Series with an unforgettable lineup
EDINBURG, TX – The Edinburg Cultural Arts Division and the City of Edinburg Conceptos Dance Ensemble will present MATICES 2026, a dynamic, high-energy dance concert celebrating folkloric music and dance traditions. Performances are set for May 8 and 9, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. at the Edinburg Arts, Culture and Events (ACE) Center. Doors open at 6 p.m.
Read more: Folkloric heritage takes center stage at “MATICES 2026” in Edinburg
The McAllen Wind Ensemble invites the Rio Grande Valley community to experience an exhilarating evening of rhythm, passion, and cultural celebration with Viva La Música on Tuesday, April 7, at 7:30 p.m. at the McAllen Performing Arts Center.
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Acclaimed Rio Grande Valley novelist Oscar Cásares set out to share the story of growing up on the Texas–Mexico border with his 10-year-old daughter, Elena. To do so, Cásares and photographer Joel Salcido traveled the length of the Rio Grande—from El Paso and Juárez to Brownsville and Matamoros—capturing the roots, memories, and quiet complexities of life along the border.
The Annual Texas Onion Fest is scheduled for Saturday, March 28, in historic downtown Weslaco, from 10:15 a.m. to 10:15 p.m. There will be live music, onion eating contests, a car show, and more. Admission is free.
