Good morning, McAllen.

Yesterday morning, the McAllen Fire Department held a remembrance ceremony at the central fire station on 21st Street to honor victims and first responders of the 9/11 attacks — a solemn event that remembered nearly 3,000 lives — and Fire Chief Juan Gloria said the ceremony honored their sacrifice and teamwork among police, fire and EMS.

BMW of Pharr has donated $25,000 to the Greater Pharr Chamber of Commerce to sponsor the Avocado Festival featuring live music by Easton Corbin on Saturday, Oct.

11. The event will boost local commerce and celebrate Rio Grande Valley produce—drawing thousands of visitors to the festival.

Platanito Comedy Show

8:00-9:30 p.m. — McAllen Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a lively comedy show in Spanish, perfect for adults 18 and older.

Object-Oriented Programming in C# Rev. 6.1 Training Class

9 a.m. - 5 p.m. — McAllen Flight Academy — $1750 — Dive into comprehensive C# programming with hands-on training led by experts.

Makeup Blowout Sale Event

10 AM - 5 PM — Wyndham Garden McAllen At La Plaza Mall — Free entry — Enjoy massive discounts on makeup, skincare, and hair care during this exciting clearance event.

Bingo Night with Bingo Players

8 PM - 2 AM — Cine El Rey — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a thrilling night of bingo games and entertainment in McAllen.

Diles Que No Me Maten Concert

7-11:30 p.m. — The Gremlin — All ages — Experience the eclectic sounds of the Mexico City band Diles Que No Me Maten live in McAllen this fall.

Anime Fiesta - Friday

12:00 – 1:30 PM — McAllen Convention Center — Entry Fees Apply — Celebrate Japanese animation and pop culture with guests, panels, and cosplay contests.

MS Community Program

10 AM – 3 PM — Edinburg Conference Center at Renaissance — Free entry — Engage in informative discussions with MS professionals and fellow warriors about living with Multiple Sclerosis.

Chezile Concert

7-11 p.m. — Cine El Rey — All ages — Rising indie artist Chezile makes his Rio Grande Valley debut with special guest Alex Banin.

Alicia Villarreal Concert

8:00 – 9:30 p.m. — McAllen Performing Arts Center — Ticket info available — Experience the electrifying performance of Alicia Villarreal on her Donde Todo Comenzó 2.0 Tour 2025.