February 4-25 – The Hidalgo Watercolor Society will have their Annual Watercolor Exhibit with an opening reception on Saturday, February 4th from 7 to 9 p.m. This exhibit is free and open to the public. The exhibit will be displayed at the Upper Valley Art League (UVAL) at 921 E. 12th St., in Mission, and will run through February 25th. The exhibit features art made by Winter Texans and local artists. Gallery hours are Wednesday through Friday, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturdays 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
February 7 – The McAllen Wind Ensemble will perform “Superheroes” at the McAllen Performing Arts Center at 7:30 p.m. Tickets can be purchased on the ticketmaster website or at the center. A season pass to all four of their concerts is $40. Ticket prices usually range from $7 to $17.
February 9 – Quinta Mazatlan present an early Valentine’s Concert in the Park at 6 p.m. The concert features Cecy and Bri who are a contemporary classical duo. These two explore the Bolero as well as jazz, soul, and other contemporary genres. Reserve your tickets now at quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com. The event is $7 per person. For more information, call (956) 681-3370.
February 8-10 – The Mission Historical Museum (MHM) will present a special screening of the 1979 western film She Came to the Valley. The film is based on the novel written by local author, Cleo Dawson. Her family was one of the first pioneer families who helped transform the frontier town of Mission into an incorporated city. It is said to be based on her mother’s experiences. The film was shot in South Texas’ Rio Grande Valley and Oklahoma. Showings will be held at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. each day. A copy of the novel will be given with the purchase of a ticket. Tickets are $5. Tickets must be purchased in advance. MHM is located at 900 Doherty Ave. Call (956) 580-8646 for more information.
February 10-11 – The 41st Annual Rio Grande Valley Quilt Show, presented by the Rio Grande Valley Quilt Guild, will be held at the South Padre Island Convention Centre from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. There will be over 350 quilts on display, vendors, a bargain boutique, silent auction, demos and door prizes.
February 10-12 – Ballet Folklorico: Alegria 2023 will be held at the UTRGV Performing Arts Complex at 7:30 p.m. The box office will open at 6 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. There will be a matinee performance on Sunday at 2 p.m. with the box office opening at 12:30 p.m. Call the box office at (956) 665-3881 for ticket information. General public is $15 and Seniors are $10.
February 10 – Bentsen-RGV State Park will host a Grassroots Initiative at 8:30 a.m. Call ahead to confirm program schedule and details at (956) 584-9156. Scheduled programs are free with park admission.
February 11 – Bentsen-RGV State Park will host a Bentsen Easy Nature Walk at 9 a.m. Call ahead to confirm program schedule and details at (956) 584-9156. Scheduled programs are free with park admission.
February 11 – Bentsen-RGV State Park will host a Tea for Texas at 11 a.m. Call ahead to confirm program schedule and details at (956) 584-9156. Scheduled programs are free with park admission.
February 11 – MOSTH presents Heritage and History Day scheduled from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The community event highlights the culture of South Texas peoples through regional folkway demonstrations ranging from hands on activities to live performances. MOSTH is located in downtown Edinburg at 200 N. Closner. Visit www.mosthistory.org/events for more information.
February 12 – Bentsen-RGV State Park will host a Useful and Edible Plant Walk at 10 a.m. Call ahead to confirm program schedule and details at (956) 584-9156. Scheduled programs are free with park admission.
February 12 – The McAllen Public Library will hold their Sunday Book Club meeting to discuss The Kitchen House by Kathleen Grissom – Indentured servant Lavinia learns that violating the order of plantation society has dangerous consequences. Registration is required at mcallenlibrary.libnet.info/events. It will take place at 2 p.m.
February 13-14 – Leslie Blasing will be hosting the WinterFest and Expo on Monday, February 13th, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Tuesday, February 14th, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event will be held at the South Padre Island Convention Center. The event is free, but canned donations are encouraged. The event will feature a salute to the Vietnam era, vendors, presentations, doors prizes, the All Valley Karaoke Contest Final, and much more. There will also be a special Valentine’s Day Dinner and Dance for $25 per person. Visit www.spiwinterfest.com for more information.
February 13 – Dr. Jamie M. Staling is an associate professor in the history department at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. His teaching and research interests center on Texas and its borderlands, from the Spanish colonial period through the Civil War. He will present Slavery in the Spanish Colonial Borderlands of North America at the McAllen Public Library at 6 p.m.
February 14 – The Museum of South Texas History presents the spotlight exhibit, “Furniture that Built the Valley.” The exhibit closes May 28. The exhibit will share the story of three South Texas families through a piece of furniture that was donated from each family. Furniture items include a four-poster bed, a pump organ, and an intricately carved desk. For more information, call (956) 383-6911.
February 16 – Bentsen-RGV State Park will host a Bentsen Easy Nature Walk at 9 a.m. Call ahead to confirm program schedule and details at (956) 584-9156. Scheduled programs are free with park admission.
February 17 – The Valley Symphony Orchestra presents Out of this World – from larger-than-life heroes to the music of the cosmos, prepare for expanded horizons at the musical event for the whole family. The event will take place at 8 p.m. at the McAllen Performing Arts Center. For tickets and more information, visit https://valleyorchestra.org/concerts/.
February 17 – Bentsen-RGV State Park will host a Grassroots Initiative at 8:30 a.m. Call ahead to confirm program schedule and details at (956) 584-9156. Scheduled programs are free with park admission.
February 17 – Bentsen-RGV State Park will host Our Night Sky at 7:30 p.m. Call ahead to confirm program schedule and details at (956) 584-9156. Scheduled programs are free with park admission. This program requires reservations.
February 18 – Blessed Assurance Children’s Shelter will host their Bustin’ Clay for the Shelter. Check in is at 7:30 a.m., shooting begins at 9 a.m. The event will be held at the Casalan Ranch, 20011 FM 1847 in Rio Hondo. It includes all shooting clays, breakfast, lunch, event T-shirt, and prizes. It’s $400 for a three-man team, $20 mulligans, and $20 Annie Oakley. Participants must bring their own shotgun, shells, hearing, and eye protection. Call (956) 493-0055 or (956) 990-5586 for more information. Sponsorships available.
February 18 – Bentsen-RGV State Park will host Steeped in Legacy at 2 p.m. Call ahead to confirm program schedule and details at (956) 584-9156. Scheduled programs are free with park admission.
February 19 – Join the McAllen Public Library at 2 p.m. as they celebrate Black History Month with a showing and discussion of the film The Woman King (2022). Inspired by true historical events in The Kingdom of Dahomey, one of the most powerful states of Africa. The discussion facilitator will be Dr. Deb Stark. The film is rated PG-13.
February 24-26 – SPI Market Days will be held at the South Padre Island Convention Center, 7355 Padre Blvd., from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday. The market will feature fine art, handcrafted jewelry, clothing, arts and crafts, gourmet food mixes, product demos, pet items, live music and more. There will also be door prizes. Parking is free. Visit www.spimarketdays.com for more information.
March 5 – The Gladys Porter Zoo is back with their annual 5k and one-mile fun run to support ocelot conservation. Visit www.gpz.org for register and for pricing information.
March 24 – RGV favorite Mariachi Aztlan joins the Valley Symphony Orchestra for an evening of Latin-inspired works including selections from the opera Carmen for the Carmen Y Mas performance at 8 p.m. at the McAllen Performing Arts Centers. For tickets and more information, visit https://valleyorchestra.org/concerts/.
April 2 – The McAllen Wind Ensemble will perform “Memories” at the McAllen Performing Arts Center at 3 p.m. Tickets can be purchased on the ticketmaster website or at the center. A season pass to all four of their concerts is $40. Ticket prices usually range from $7 to $17.
April 21 – Star-crossed lovers and an all-star piano soloist converge on this season finale program West Side Story by the Valley Symphony Orchestra. It will be held at 8 p.m. at the McAllen Performing Arts Center. For tickets and more information, visit https://valleyorchestra.org/concerts/.