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Editor's Note

Hey Valley fam — January isn’t slowing us down one bit. This weekend proves it.

We’ve got live performances, community markets, fitness with a purpose, and even a candlelight tribute that hits straight in the feels. It’s the kind of lineup that reminds us why the RGV does weekends better than anyone — we show up, we support local, and we make it fun.

Whether you’re browsing handmade goods, running for a cause, or soaking in live music, every event below puts dollars and love right back into our communities. Bundle up (kind of), grab your cafecito, and pick at least one thing to get out the house. The Valley’s waiting. 🌴

Quick Poll

Be honest — what’s actually pulling you out of the house this weekend?

• 🛍️ “I’m just browsing” (but buying anyway)

• 🎶 Live music / performances

• 🏃‍♀️ Starting the year healthy (for real this time)

Vote Over Here

John Milton Takes the Stage🎭
Thu–Sat, Jan 9–11 | 8 PM | McAllen
A powerful theatrical performance hits theMcAllen Performing Arts Center, bringing drama, production value, and culture downtown.

Community Market Day🛒
Sat, Jan 10 | 8 AM–4 PM | Donna
Spend your Saturday browsing local vendors, fresh finds, and flea-market treasures at Don-Wes — Valley classic energy.

Rise Up & Praise 3K Run/Walk🙌🏽
Sat, Jan 10 | 8 AM | Harlingen
Start your morning moving with purpose at Arroyo Park — faith, fitness, and community all in one run.

Yeehaw Market🤠
Sat, Jan 10 | 12 PM–5 PM | Mission
Western flair meets small-business love at Jolly Bull Event Center — boots encouraged, vibes guaranteed.

Candlelight: Tribute to Juan Gabriel🕯️🎻
Sat, Jan 10 | 6:30–7:30 PM | Brownsville
Strings, candlelight, and classics honoring Juan Gabriel inside the historic Alonso Building — intimate and unforgettable.

Upper Valley (Mission • McAllen • Edinburg)

John Milton at McAllen Performing Arts Center
Jan 9–11 | 8 PM | 801 Convention Center Blvd, McAllen |Tickets

Yeehaw Market
Jan 10 | 12 PM–5 PM | Jolly Bull Event Center, Mission

Minnie's Market Day
Jan 10 | 5 PM–9 PM | 409 N Bryan Rd Suite 102, Mission

Neighborhood Family Market
Jan 10 | 5 PM–9 PM | Neighborhood Coffee, McAllen

Mid Valley (Weslaco • Donna • Mercedes)

Estilo Variety Band LIVE
Jan 9 | 6 PM–11:30 PM | Mustang Lounge Night Club, Weslaco | 🎟️ $10 Cover Charge

Community Market Day
Jan 10 | 8 AM–4 PM | Don-Wes Flea Market, Donna

Mercedes Market Day
Jan 10 | 4 PM–8:30 PM | 708 N FM 491, Mercedes

Monthly Build & Chill Model Kit Night
Jan 10 | 5 PM–8 PM | Kaboom Comics, Weslaco

Lower Valley (Harlingen • Brownsville • SPI)

Rise Up & Praise 3K Run/Walk
Jan 10 | 8 AM | Arroyo Park, Harlingen |Register

Bechtel's Rio Grande LNG Job Fair
Jan 10 | 8 AM–2 PM | 568 Springmart Blvd, Suite 100, Brownsville

Candlelight: Tribute to Juan Gabriel on Strings
Jan 10 | 6:30 PM–7:30 PM | Historic Alonso Building, Brownsville

The Challenge-RGV 2026 Kicks Off for a Healthier Valley

The Valley’s biggest wellness movement is lacing up again. The Challenge-RGV is officially gearing up for its January launch, bringing together the UTHealth Houston School of Public Health, the City of Brownsville, and multiple cities across the 956. This three-month, community-powered challenge gives residents free access to local gyms, health screenings, and fitness classes — removing barriers and making healthy living feel doable (and social). Early weigh-ins begin January 21, so yes… it’s almost go time. Read More→

Image Source: Website | City of Brownsville

Food Bank RGV Announces Annual Farm Dinner

Good food with a greater purpose. The Food Bank of the Rio Grande Valley is hosting its annual Farm Dinner on January 23, spotlighting local agriculture, sustainability, and Valley talent. The evening features a five-course meal by the celebrated Delgado Collective, with proceeds supporting Gem Valley Farm, an educational community garden helping families learn how to grow and cook their own nutritious food. It’s local flavor, local impact, and a reminder that food can bring real change to the table. Read More→

Edinburg Launches Annual Tree Recycling Program

Out with the tinsel, in with the mulch. The City of Edinburg has launched its annual Tree Recycling Program, running through the end of January. Residents can drop off their natural holiday trees to be recycled into mulch, which will then be made available back to the community. It’s a small, meaningful way to kick off the year — keeping the Valley clean, green, and thinking long-term. Read More→

Image Source: Facebook | City of Edinburg

Meet Ann Williams Cass

Ann Williams Cass, Executive Director of Proyecto Azteca, was honored with the inaugural Sargent Shriver Award in late 2025 for her four-decade “war on poverty” in Hidalgo County. Cass has been a tireless advocate for families living in the colonias, leading efforts focused on self-help housing, infrastructure, and dignity through homeownership. By helping thousands of families build and own safe homes, her work has reshaped what opportunity and equity look like in South Texas — brick by brick. Read More→

Image Source: Website | Rio Grande Guardian

Meet Han— a 45.5-lb, 2½-year-old McNab Sheepdog with big energy and an even bigger heart, currently at Palm Valley Animal Society. He’s playful, strong, and thrives with an active, patient owner who can turn his enthusiasm into fun, positive adventures — and in return, Han promises loyalty, joy, and nonstop tail wags.

📍Palm Valley Animal Society | Adopt, Donate, or Share→

Brought to you by Hexapaws💚
Smart ramps & comfy gear made for happy, wagging tails!

Bodega Tavern & Kitchen (McAllen)

Bodega Tavern & Kitchen is a modern-rustic favorite in McAllen serving bold “New American” dishes with a South Texas twist. Known for its popular Saturday brunch, craft cocktails, and lively outdoor patio, Bodega has become one of those spots where dinner casually turns into a full night out. Whether you’re there to eat, sip, or socialize, this place always feels like a scene — in the best way.

🕐 Tue–Thu, 12 PM–10 PM; Fri–Sat, 12 PM–11 PM; Sun, 11 AM–3 PM (Closed Monday)
📍2901 N 10th St, McAllen, TX 78501

🔗Check out some of their delicious food offerings

Image Source: Facebook | Bodega Tavern & Kitchen

🧠Local Laugh

RGV weekends be like: you leave the house for one event… and somehow end up at a market, a food truck, and your tia’s house — all without planning it.

🌱 Quote

“Do what you can, with what you have, where you are.”

— Theodore Roosevelt

✅ Life Hack

Hit flea markets early for the best finds, then circle back at closing time — vendors are way more flexible once the sun starts dropping.

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