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Friday, January 16th, 2026
Good morning, McAllen. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Several lane closures will affect the McAllen Marathon Scott Crane Run route on Saturday, Jan. 17, with full closures at 29th Street (Expressway to Business 83), Galveston Avenue (29th Street to 23rd Street), and Main Street (Cedar Avenue to Business 83). Additional streets will see brief traffic pauses. KRGV
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Flip Circus: Premier Show
1-4 p.m. — Palms Crossing — Tickets start at $20.88 — Experience thrilling performances and jaw-dropping acts in a unique circus setting.
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