09/17/2026
🎉 RGV WEEKEND PICKS | Sept. 18–20
The Valley is serving up miles, music, mercado vibes, and a little crate-digging this weekend. Who’s in your crew?
🏃 THE FOUNDRY + FX3 “Sole on Fire” 5K
Sat., Sept. 19 • 7:30 AM
Harlon Block Sports Complex, 1020 W. 18th St., Weslaco
A family-friendly, chip-timed run with hydration stations, finisher medals, and age-group awards.
$30 with shirt / $25 without. Advance registration recommended; packet pickup is Fri., Sept. 18, 4:30–7:30 PM at 805 W. Pike Blvd.
https://sportsracingup.com/the-foundry-fx3/
💿 Vinyl Record Show of the RGV
Sat., Sept. 19 • 10 AM–4 PM
Mission Event Center, 200 N. Shary Rd., Mission
Dig through LPs, 45s, CDs, cassettes, memorabilia, and collectibles—plus door prizes.
$15 early bird at 10 AM / $10 general admission at noon. Tickets online or at the door.
https://www.exploremcallen.com/event/vinyl-record-show-of-rio-grande-valley/
🎻 Mariachi 7 Leguas in Concert
Sat., Sept. 19 • 7 PM
McAllen Performing Arts Center, 801 Convention Center Blvd., McAllen
A big cultural night featuring UTRGV Ballet Folklórico and Mariachi Mariposas.
Ticket required; prices vary by seat. Buy ahead.
https://experiencemcallen.com/event/mariachi-7-leguas-mcallen-2026/
🌙 Lunada Homecoming: Team Spirit Night
Sat., Sept. 19 • 6–10 PM
Linear Park, E. 6th St. & E. Ringgold St., Brownsville
Wear your team colors and enjoy local vendors, market food, entertainment, and Movie in the Park.
Free; no advance registration listed.
https://www.brownsvilletx.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=3429
Tag who you’re taking, and let’s show some love to the local organizers, performers, and small businesses making the RGV shine!
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