December 2, 2025 - Events Calendar
December 4 – Join the City of Harlingen for the Lighting of the Arroyo at McKelvey Park from 6 to 9 p.m. The park is located at 1325 S. 77 Sunshine Strip.
December 4 – South Padre Island will kick off their season with their tree lighting ceremony at 5:30 p.m. at the SPI Visitors & Transit Center.
December 4 – Join MOSTH for a night of celebration, culture, and community at An Evening with Friends: Noche de Mezcal – A Toast to Tradition at the Museum of South Texas History from 6 to 9 p.m. Enjoy festive flavors, live music, and holiday cheer as we raise a glass to the rich heritage that brings us together. Experience the featured Cappadona Ranch Mesquite Bean Essence – A Taste of Texas in Every Drop, a versatile flavor enhancer that adds a distinctive Texas touch to this evening of tradition and flavor. The museum is located at 200 N. Closner, in Edinburg.
December 5 – Join the City of Mission for a night filled with holiday cheer at 5:30 p.m. at Mission City Hall. The tree lighting will take place at 7:30 p.m.
December 5 – Harlingen will host their Christmas Parade – Grinchmas in the City on Historic Jackson Ave. at 6 p.m. For more information call (956) 216-4910.
December 5 – McAllen Art Walk will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. at 601 N. Main St. There will be vendors, exhibits, and live entertainment. The event is free. The event is held every first Friday of the month through May.
December 5 – SPI’s annual Christmas Parade will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. along Padre Blvd.
December 5 – Palmview will have their annual Christmas tree lighting event at 6 p.m. at Palmview City Hall, 400 W. Veterans Blvd. There will be food and craft vendors, entertainment and more.
December 5 – Spread holiday cheer and celebrate the season with lights, music, and festive fun at San Benito’s Christmas on the Resaca and Tree Lighting Ceremony at 6 p.m. The event will feature music, an ice-skating rink, vendors, and more. It will be held at Heavin Memorial Park, 705 N. Bowie St.
December 5 – Brownsville’s Downtown Market Square Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony from 6 to 9:30 p.m. The event will be accompanied by festive activities and holiday music. It will be held at Washington Park at 1157 E. Washington St.
December 5 – The Valley Symphony Orchestra presents their Christmas concert A Touch of Frost featuring the VSO Chorale and festive and heartwarming music to ring in the holiday season at 8 p.m. at the McAllen Performing Arts Center. For tickets and more information, visit www.valleysymphony.org.
December 5 – The City of Pharr will have their Winter Wonderland from 6 to 10 p.m. The lighting of the Christmas Tree will begin at 7 p.m. The event will be held at the Pharr Downtown Park at 200 S. Cage Blvd.
December 6 – Downtown Harlingen will host their Market Days starting at 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Jackson Street and Centennial Park. Call (956) 216-4910 for more information.
December 6 – The McAllen Farmers Market will be held at the McAllen Public Library from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event is held every Saturday. The library is located at 4001 N. 23rd St. For more information visit mcallenfarmersmarket.com.
December 6 – Firemen’s Park in McAllen will host the Growing Growers Farmers Market at 9 a.m. The park is located at 201 N. 1st St. The event is held every Saturday.
December 6 – The Brownsville Farmers Market will be held at 9 a.m. at Linear Park, E. 6th St. and E. Ringgold St. The event is held every Saturday.
December 6 – Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park will host a Bentsen Holiday Fun Day from 1 to 4 p.m. All programs are free with park admission. Please call ahead to confirm program schedule and details by calling (956) 584-9156. Bentsen-RGV State Park is located at 2800 S. Bentsen Palm Drive in Mission.
December 6 – The City of Mercedes will hold a Patriotic Lighted Christmas Parade celebrating 250 years of the USA at 6 p.m. on Texas Ave.
December 6 - The City of San Benito is also gearing up for their holiday parade, Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree, at 6 p.m. Visitors are invited to line the streets and experience an evening filled with twinkling lights, festive music, and the joy of the season. The parade will be held in downtown San Benito on Sam Houston Blvd.
December 6 – The City of Port Isabel will kick off the 2025 holiday season with their 17th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting and Hometown Christmas Holiday Parade. The parade starts at 6 p.m. along Queen Isabella Blvd. and ends at the Port Isabel Events & Cultural Center (309 E. Railroad Ave.). The Christmas Tree Lighting will be held at 7 p.m. in Beulah Park, 224 W. Queen Isabella Blvd. There will be vendors and school performers.
December 6 – SPI will hold their Lighted Boat Parade at 6 p.m. in the Laguna Madre. Designated viewing areas throughout the route offer free public viewing.
December 6 – The South Texas Performing Arts presents the 15th Annual Winter Production of The Nutcracker, featuring Paloma Limas Dance Company. Door open at 5:30 p.m. with the performance at 6 p.m. The event will be held at the Valley View ISD Performing Arts Center, 600 Jackson Rd., in Hidalgo. Winter Texan discount is $7. For more information, call (956) 270-3856.
December 7 – The South Padre Island Farmers Market is held at The Shores, 8605 Padre Blvd., every Sunday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Shop for fresh produce, meats, cheese, juices and more. To see this event and others, visit https://www.sopadre.com/listing/south-padre-island-farmers-market/1099/.
December 7 – Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park will host fishing for beginners from 1 to 4 p.m. This event requires a reservation. Please call ahead to confirm program schedule and details by calling (956) 584-9156. Bentsen-RGV State Park is located at 2800 S. Bentsen Palm Drive in Mission.
December 7 – MOSTH will host their Fiesta de Nocehbuena from 1 to 5 p.m. Celebrate the season with live music from local schools, delicious tamales, pan dulce, and warm hot chocolate. Enjoy hands-on holiday arts and crafts, shop for unique gifts, and enter their exciting piñata raffle. It’s a joyful afternoon filled with culture, tradition, and holiday cheer. Don’t miss this magical South Texas celebration—where history meets holiday spirit. Event is included with regular museum admission. The museum is located at 200 N. Closner, in Edinburg.
