Good morning, McAllen.

At a recent retreat hosted jointly by the Texas Hispanic Chambers of Commerce Coalition and the Rio Grande Valley Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, business leader Massey Villarreal urged Hispanic chambers to shape a lean legislative agenda, noting TAB relies more on their influence than vice versa.

RioPlex will host an economic update event on Friday, March 16 at South Texas College’s Mid-Valley Campus in Weslaco.

Speakers include Mario Reyna and Luis Torres who will detail regional economic trends & workforce issues.

McAllen Marathon 2026

7 AM – 1 PM — McAllen Convention Center — Registration fees apply — Experience a community celebration of fitness with marathons, half marathons, and fun races.

McAllen International Carfest - Sunday

10 AM – 1 PM — McAllen Convention Center — Children 12 and under free — Celebrate automotive culture at one of the region's largest car festivals.

Valley Symphony Orchestra: Star Wars + Four Hands

6-9 p.m. — McAllen Performing Arts Center — From $49 — Experience the magic of film music with a North American premiere and celebrate Maestro Dabrowski’s 25th Anniversary.

Paws at the Park

9:30 AM - 12:00 PM — Bill Schupp Park — Free admission — Celebrate our furry friends at this fun dog-friendly event.

Flip Circus Debut in McAllen

1-4 p.m. — Palms Crossing — Tickets from $20.88 — Experience the thrilling and humorous performances of global circus talents in an intimate setting.