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McAllen
Friday, January 30th, 2026
Good morning, McAllen. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 30th of January.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Rio Grande City's Mariachi Cascabel (18 students) is refining their sound as they prepare to defend a five-year Division 1 sweepstakes streak at the UIL mariachi competition in Seguin on Feb. 20. They will perform energetic Son Jarocho under Marco Zarate’s direction. KRGV
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ SpaceX applied for state tax refunds through the Texas Enterprise Zone Program to support its Starbase expansion projects, each set to create 500 jobs. Construction began last year in the Rio Grande Valley and state reviews are ongoing. KRGV
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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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Flip Circus Premiere
7-10 p.m. — Palms Crossing — Tickets from $20.88 — Experience the thrilling new production of Flip Circus with international talent right in McAllen!
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Flip Circus
7-10 p.m. — Palms Crossing — Tickets starting at $20.88 — Experience the awe-inspiring Flip Circus featuring international talent and a lively atmosphere.
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Flip Circus
7-10 p.m. — Palms Crossing — Tickets from $20.88 — Experience the thrilling new production of Flip Circus with world-class performances and audience participation.
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Flip Circus
7-10 p.m. — Palms Crossing — Tickets from $20.88 — Experience the breathtaking production of Flip Circus featuring international talents and a lively atmosphere.
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Men of Bread of Life Gathering
7-9 p.m. — Pan de Vida Baptist Church — Free entry — A special meeting to build faith and character through biblical principles for men.
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