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Thursday, December 4th, 2025
Good morning, McAllen. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 4th of December.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ La Joya ISD held its first community meeting Tuesday evening at Ann Richards Middle School to review a proposal that will permanently close four campuses and repurpose a fifth as a new academy. The district will host a follow-up meeting Thursday, Dec. 11 at Benavides Elementary to further discuss the plan. KRGV
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Mcallen Holiday Parade 2025
6-7:30 p.m. — McAllen Veterans Memorial Stadium — Free entry — Experience the largest holiday and helium balloon parade in Texas with a vibrant parade route.
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Mariachi Christmas Celebration
7-9 p.m. — Rowe High School, 2101 N Ware Rd, McAllen, TX — Entry to be determined — Celebrate the Christmas season with vibrant mariachi music and traditional Mexican dance performances.
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Do The Ugly Sweater Pub Crawl
4:30-9 p.m. — El Divino Dining & Cocktails — 25% off tickets with code UGLY25 — Celebrate the holiday season in your ugliest sweater while enjoying drinks, games, and photo contests.
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Volunteer Opportunity at Giving Machines
12 PM – 10 PM — McAllen Food Park — Free entry — Participate in a meaningful service opportunity to spread love and help those in need this Christmas season.
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South Pole Illuminating Festival
5:30-7 p.m. — McAllen Convention Center — Free admission for children 6 and under — Experience a magical evening of holiday lights and family fun.
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Nutcracker Magical Christmas Ballet
3:00 – 4:30 PM — McAllen Performing Arts Center — Tickets available — Experience the enchanting magic of Tchaikovsky’s classic ballet with an international cast of dancers.
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New Year's Eve Celebration at Nowhere Dining Lounge
Midnight — Nowhere Dining Lounge — $30 and under — Welcome the New Year with sophisticated energy and complimentary champagne at this elegant soirée.
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