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Saturday, December 6th, 2025
Good morning, McAllen. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 6th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The McAllen Holiday Parade starts at 6 p.m. today and road closures block Bicentennial Boulevard from La Vista Avenue to Pecan Boulevard; the road will reopen Sunday at 1 p.m. as motorists are advised to choose alternate routes. KRGV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A Mission family hopes for a breakthrough as their 10-year-old daughter battles leukemia at Texas Children's Hospital. Aleida Lopez was transferred from Driscoll Children's Hospital after complications from chemo and remains in critical condition while her family faces mounting medical bills. KRGV
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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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