Annual Events and Festivals in the RGV
FAME (Families Advocating Moral Entertainment)
Recipients of past FAME awards include Roy Rogers, Hank Thompson, Sherwin Linton,
Keith Ross, Doyle Lawson, Jay & Tammy Roy, Pee Wee King, Del Puschert, Sons of the
Pioneers, Merle Haggard, Red Johnson, Fats Dominio, Ike Thurn, Lucy Jackson, Roy Acuff,
Bob Wills, Elvis Presley and many others. more info
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The Winter Texan Expo & Health Fair
The Winter Texan Expo & Health Fair is a fun-filled,
2-day event held every January in the Rio Grande Valley, Texas. website
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The Rio Grande Valley Music Festival
Commencing with the Music Festival 2005, a newly formed organization dedicated to
promote Country and Western, Blue Grass and Gospel music was born.
All activities of the Rio Grande Valley Music Festival are performed by volunteers; more than
one hundred volunteers donate their time and effort each year.
The participating musicians donate their time and talent, as well. Those who volunteer are
dedicated and energetic.
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Port Isabel Festivals and Events
Follow this link to a variety of Festivals and Events in Port Isabel Texas.
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McAllen Art Walk
A self-guided tour of art galleries and art hosts in one of the oldest areas of McAllen. Guests
can start their tour at any location and proceed at their own pace. The McAllen ArtWalk begins
the first Friday of each month starting September through May.
The evening exhibits begin at 6 p.m. and last until 10 p.m.
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Annual World's Championship Shrimp Cook-Off ...
Port Isabel, Texas
This annual festival is a favorite among area residents and visitors and tests the skills of
amateurs and professional chefs from throughout the Rio Grande Valley. Contestants are
judged on appearance, aroma and taste of their specialty dishes and samples are available
to the general public at a modest fee. And don't miss the shrimp eating contest at 3:30p.m.
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Annual Green Christmas in the Park
Resaca de la Palma State Park
1000 New Carmen Blvd. - Brownsville ... 956-350-2920
No need to have a bah-humbug holiday this year!
Join the festivities as they celebrate their second annual “Green Christmas” Festival.
Cost: Adults: $4. Children under 12 free.
Attractions include their annual “Resaca’s Got Talent” talent show contest, “Resaca Express”
train rides, Yule tide carolers, games, crafts and a delicious food booth offering holiday
favorites! New ATTRACTIONS:
“Best Dressed Pet contest” and Silent Auction
Find us on Facebook-Resaca de la Palma State Park
For more information contact the park 956-350-2920.
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Music Fest - benefit for the Rio Grande Children’s Home in Mission. see poster
2011 marks the 14th Annual Music Fest. Several performers donate their time and talent to
create a sensational show. Music Fest 2011 will take place on Saturday, January 29 at 12:
00pm in the La Joya Performing Arts Center from La Joya ISD. This year Music Fest
welcomes back Rich Bellert as the beloved emcee along with Red Johnson, John Rex
Reeves, RedHead Express, Betty Rydell, Noel Cortez, Grupo folklorico Ozomatli and
Mariachis Los Lobos from La Joya ISD. A great line of entertainers is planned for this year’s
show.
The Rio Grande Children’s Home (RGCH) is the home for 36 abused and neglected children,
ages ranging from 0 to 17 years of age. The RGCH is committed to provide the best possible
care for children in a loving and Christian environment.
Tickets are available for $12 at the Rio Grande Children’s Home in Mission, Buckner office
in Harlingen, Alamo Chamber of Commerce and The Winter Texan Times in Mission.
For more information, call 585-4847.
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McAllen's International Food Festival
Golden Age Olympics
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Texas Citrus Fiesta
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Rio Grande Valley Music Festival
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Annual Texas Onion Fest
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Rio Grande Valley Livestock Show
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Brownsville Latin Jazz Festival
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Charro Days
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FAME (Families Advocating Moral Entertainment)
Recipients of past FAME awards include Roy Rogers, Hank Thompson, Sherwin Linton,
Keith Ross, Doyle Lawson, Jay & Tammy Roy, Pee Wee King, Del Puschert, Sons of the
Pioneers, Merle Haggard, Red Johnson, Fats Dominio, Ike Thurn, Lucy Jackson, Roy Acuff,
Bob Wills, Elvis Presley and many others. more info
- - - - -
The Winter Texan Expo & Health Fair
The Winter Texan Expo & Health Fair is a fun-filled,
2-day event held every January in the Rio Grande Valley, Texas. website
- - - - -
The Rio Grande Valley Music Festival
Commencing with the Music Festival 2005, a newly formed organization dedicated to
promote Country and Western, Blue Grass and Gospel music was born.
All activities of the Rio Grande Valley Music Festival are performed by volunteers; more than
one hundred volunteers donate their time and effort each year.
The participating musicians donate their time and talent, as well. Those who volunteer are
dedicated and energetic.
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Port Isabel Festivals and Events
Follow this link to a variety of Festivals and Events in Port Isabel Texas.
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McAllen Art Walk
A self-guided tour of art galleries and art hosts in one of the oldest areas of McAllen. Guests
can start their tour at any location and proceed at their own pace. The McAllen ArtWalk begins
the first Friday of each month starting September through May.
The evening exhibits begin at 6 p.m. and last until 10 p.m.
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Annual World's Championship Shrimp Cook-Off ...
Port Isabel, Texas
This annual festival is a favorite among area residents and visitors and tests the skills of
amateurs and professional chefs from throughout the Rio Grande Valley. Contestants are
judged on appearance, aroma and taste of their specialty dishes and samples are available
to the general public at a modest fee. And don't miss the shrimp eating contest at 3:30p.m.
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Annual Green Christmas in the Park
Resaca de la Palma State Park
1000 New Carmen Blvd. - Brownsville ... 956-350-2920
No need to have a bah-humbug holiday this year!
Join the festivities as they celebrate their second annual “Green Christmas” Festival.
Cost: Adults: $4. Children under 12 free.
Attractions include their annual “Resaca’s Got Talent” talent show contest, “Resaca Express”
train rides, Yule tide carolers, games, crafts and a delicious food booth offering holiday
favorites! New ATTRACTIONS:
“Best Dressed Pet contest” and Silent Auction
Find us on Facebook-Resaca de la Palma State Park
For more information contact the park 956-350-2920.
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Music Fest - benefit for the Rio Grande Children’s Home in Mission. see poster
2011 marks the 14th Annual Music Fest. Several performers donate their time and talent to
create a sensational show. Music Fest 2011 will take place on Saturday, January 29 at 12:
00pm in the La Joya Performing Arts Center from La Joya ISD. This year Music Fest
welcomes back Rich Bellert as the beloved emcee along with Red Johnson, John Rex
Reeves, RedHead Express, Betty Rydell, Noel Cortez, Grupo folklorico Ozomatli and
Mariachis Los Lobos from La Joya ISD. A great line of entertainers is planned for this year’s
show.
The Rio Grande Children’s Home (RGCH) is the home for 36 abused and neglected children,
ages ranging from 0 to 17 years of age. The RGCH is committed to provide the best possible
care for children in a loving and Christian environment.
Tickets are available for $12 at the Rio Grande Children’s Home in Mission, Buckner office
in Harlingen, Alamo Chamber of Commerce and The Winter Texan Times in Mission.
For more information, call 585-4847.
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McAllen's International Food Festival
Golden Age Olympics
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Texas Citrus Fiesta
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Rio Grande Valley Music Festival
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Annual Texas Onion Fest
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Rio Grande Valley Livestock Show
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Brownsville Latin Jazz Festival
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Charro Days
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