April 17–19, 2026 | 🎉 The 956 Is Moving This Weekend — Here’s Your Game Plan
Skip the hype — this is where AI actually gets practical.
Live demos, zero fluff, and a clear framework to uncover real revenue opportunities using AI in your business.
Free live event facilitated by Cassandra Aguillon.
Editor's Note
Hey Valley fam — this weekend feels like one of those “you gotta be outside” kind of weekends. The weather’s right, the events are stacked, and the energy across the 956 is buzzing. From festivals to family days at the zoo, there’s something happening in every corner of the Valley.
Quick heads up too — there’s a free AI workshop on May 14 built for local business owners who want practical tools (not just buzzwords). If that’s you, go lock in your spot now.
As always, what makes it all special is the people — showing up, giving back, and building something bigger together. Let’s get into it. 🌞
📊 Quick Poll
What’s your ideal 956 weekend move?
🚗 “Road trip + no plans” energy
🌮 “Food hopping all day” mission
🎡 “Bring the kids, hit every event” mode
👉 Vote here
RGV In A Pickle Festival🥒
Sat–Sun, Apr 18–19 | Mercedes
A quirky, flavor-packed festival celebrating all things pickle.
TSC Children's Play Day at the Zoo🎈
Sun, Apr 19 | Brownsville
A fun-filled day of games, activities, and animal encounters for kids.
Agave Fest 2026🍹
Fri, Apr 17 | Brownsville
Celebrate agave and tequila culture with music, drinks, and Valley vibes.
Disney on Ice: Jump In!⛸️
Fri–Sun, Apr 17–19 | Edinburg
A magical Disney experience on ice for the whole family.
Bloom Into Spring Market🌸
Sat, Apr 18 | McAllen
Shop local vendors, handmade goods, and unique finds.
Upper Valley (Mission • McAllen • Edinburg)
Disney on Ice: Jump In!
Apr 17–19 | Bert Ogden Arena, Edinburg | Tickets
Be Like Blippi Tour
Apr 18 | 2 PM | McAllen Performing Arts Center | Tickets
Bloom Into Spring Market
Apr 18 | 4–9 PM | Archer Park, 101 N Main St, McAllen
Books & Boba Silent Book Club
Apr 18 | 5–7 PM | Moboba, 1715 W Trenton Rd Ste 108, Edinburg
Shop Local, Disco Occasionally Market
Apr 18 | 5–9 PM | The Mix Open Air Market, Mission
Mid Valley (Weslaco • Donna • Mercedes)
RGV In A Pickle Festival
Apr 18–19 | Rio Grande Valley Livestock Showgrounds, 1000 North Texas Ave, Mercedes | Tickets
Spring Maker's Market
Apr 18 | 10 AM–1 PM | Uncle Chops Patio, 200 S Border Ave, Weslaco
Diego & Edith LIVE at the Backyard Eatery
Apr 18 | 8 PM | 2112 Redskin Ave, Donna
Lower Valley (Harlingen • Brownsville • SPI)
Agave Fest 2026
Apr 17 | 6 PM | Brownsville Market Square | Tickets
Flower & Ladybug (or Bee) Rock Painting
Apr 17 | 6–8 PM | 221 E Van Buren, Harlingen | 🎟️ $15 per person
Adopt-A-Beach Spring Cleanup
Apr 18 | 9 AM–12 PM | Beach Access #8 White Cap Circle between E. Red Snapper St. and E. Swordfish St., SPI | Sign Up
Party for the Planet
Apr 18 | 10 AM–2 PM | Gladys Porter Zoo, Brownsville | 🎟️ Included with regular zoo admission
TSC Children's Play Day at the Zoo
Apr 19 | 10 AM | Gladys Porter Zoo, Brownsville | 🎟️ Included with regular zoo admission
She’s from Texas Pop-Up
Apr 19 | 12–5 PM | Venezzia The Venue, Brownsville
Starr County Pride in Action
Starr County junior Diego Guerra is proving that leadership starts with service, turning his role as 4-H president into a force for real community impact. From feeding firefighters through Operation Firehouse to honoring veterans with Operation Goldstar and Purple Heart parking spaces, he’s building a culture of giving back across the county. With plans to expand these projects and dreams of attending Texas A&M, Diego is showing the Valley that purpose can start young and ripple far. It’s simple but powerful: no matter where you’re from, you can make a difference right where you are. Read More→
Image Source: Website | KRGV
Meet Dawn— a 2-year-old Belgian Malinois mix whose gentle heart is being overwhelmed by the shelter environment. She’s struggling with kennel anxiety, but beneath that stress is a sweet, sensitive girl just waiting for a calm, loving home where she can finally feel safe and at peace. She’s hoping to find her person by April 20th, so if you’ve been thinking about adopting, now’s the moment to step in and change her story.
📍Currently with Palm Valley Animal Society (Trenton Center) | Adopt, Donate, or Share→
Brought to you by Hexapaws💚
Smart ramps & comfy gear made for happy, wagging tails!
🧠Local Laugh
That moment you recognize someone but don’t remember from where… school? church? your tia’s party in 2012?
🌱 Quote
“Act as if what you do makes a difference. It does.”
— William James
✅ Life Hack
Keep a running “places to try” list — the Valley food scene moves fast.
THIS WEEK'S EDITION IS PROUDLY PRESENTED BY
EVERMORE DIGITAL in partnership with RGV WOMEN'S CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Ready to stop hearing about AI and start actually using it? This hands-on workshop will show RGV business owners practical tools to streamline content, marketing, and daily workflow — no tech background needed.
Save your seat
Spots are limited, so early registration is encouraged.