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January 17

  • The UTRGV Ballet Folklórico presents “Huateque 2026” at 7:30 p.m. at the UTRGV Performing Arts Complex, 1201 W. University Dr., Edinburg. Admission ranges from $5 to $15. The Ballet Folklórico is a 32-member organization comprised of students pursing degrees in a variety of disciplines. The Ballet presents student and public concerts annually and travels to present programs for local, state, national, and international private and public affairs. The Ballet has jointly produced ballets, concerts, zarzuelas, and musicals with the Valley Symphony Orchestra, the UTRGV Theatre, and the UTRGV Music Department. Parking is complimentary after 5 p.m. For tickets and information, go to utrgv.edu/arts. For questions, call 956-665-2230 or 956-665-3881.
  • Texas Parks and Wildlife Department’s Community Archery Program and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service will offer “Explore Bowhunting” at the La Sal Del Rey National Wildlife Reserve in Edinburg. The workshop, scheduled for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., is free with park entrance and open to anyone interested in learning more about bowhunting. Equipment is provided. The event includes a state-of-the-art archery trailer with interactive archery games and a range for adaptive archers, an introductory range with 3D targets focusing on anatomy and shot placement, animal processing demonstration, cooking conversations, gear examples and hunting simulation activities for youth, Q&A about public hunting and regulations, and more. Learn more at tpwd.texas.gov/education/archery.
  • The public is invited to “Exploring the Olmecs” at the International Museum of Art & Science, 900 W. Nolana Ave. in McAllen. Special talks will be given by museum curator Marcelo Ramirez Garcia-Rojas at 11:30 a.m., followed by a presentation at 1 p.m. by Dr. Servando Hinojosa from UTRGV. Families can participate in hands-on activities including jaguar mask-making, ceramics, and community art-making experiences. The event is included in regular admission. Coiling ceramics workshops are available for a $5 add-on fee. For more information, go to theimasonline.org or call 956-681-2800.

January 18

  • Dr. Monica Martinez performs at 3 p.m. at the UTRGV Performing Arts Complex, 1201 W. University Dr., Edinburg. The recital offers new and traditional horn repertoire. Admission is free. For questions or special accommodations, call 956-665-3881 or 956-882-7025.

January 21

  • Dr. Alexander Sanso gives a trumpet performance at 7 p.m. at the UTRGV Performing Arts Complex, 1201 W. University Dr., Edinburg. For questions or special accommodations, call 956-802-7025 or 956-665-3881.

January 22

  • The opening reception and exhibition of “The Art of Reading” by artist Samuel Rodriguez Medina begins at 6 p.m. at the UTRGV Performing Arts Complex, 1201 W. University Dr., Edinburg. The “Art of Reading” is comprised of works by over 20 talented international artists, expressing their love of literature through art. Rodriguez is a professor of Art, Culture, and Film at Tec de Monterrey, and Art Contemporary Museum MARCO. He is the author of five books of short stories and art theory published in Mexico and Argentina.

January 23

  • The Food Bank of the Rio Grande Valley annual Farm Dinner will be held from 6 to 9 p.m., at the Food Bank, 724 N. Cage Blvd. in Pharr. There will be a five-course, farm-to-table meal and musicwith proceeds benefiting Gem Valley Farm, the Food Bank RGV’s educational community garden and farm. For more information about sponsorships or silent auction contributions, contact Philip Farias at 956-904-4513 or via email at [email protected].
  • Shayna Isaacs, soprano, and Casey Joiner-Isaacs, contralto, join for a voice recital at 7 p.m. at the UTRGV Performing Arts Complex, 1201 W. University Dr., Edinburg. Admission is free.

January 26

  • The RGV Hispanic Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Corporate Super Bowl tournament and inviting businesses to participate. It begins at 6 p.m. at Incredibowl in Mission. Registration deadline is January 26. There should be five players per team with at least one female player. Registration is $500 per team and includes five customized team T-shirts, beverages and a team picture. Register online at rgvhcc.org. Call 956-928-0060 for more information.

January 30

  • Diane Walters, soprano, and Michael Ensign, piano, perform at 7 p.m. at UTRGV BMSLC 1.217, 1 W. University Blvd., Brownsville. Admission is free. For questions or special accommodations, call the UTRGV School of Music at 956-882-7025 or 956-665-3881.

January 30-31

  • UTRGV Ballet Español presents “Spanish Nights” at 7:30 p.m. both evenings at the UTRGV Performing Arts Complex, 1201 W. University Dr., Edinburg. Spanish dance encompasses a range of styles such as bailes folkloricos representing different regions of Spain; flamenco, the art of the gypsies of Spain and its “palos” such as Alegrias, Tangos, Solea, Bulerias, Siguiriyas; and Escuela Bolera, a style of classical dance and music from the 18th and 19th centuries where classical ballet principles of turnout combine typical Spanish arm movements, with castanets, and flamenco footwork and folkloric steps, to create classical Spanish dance works like “La Boda de Luis Alonso.” Music by Chayito Champion, vocalist, and Steve Arispe, guitarist, will perform. Parking is complimentary after 5 p.m. Admission ranges from $5 to $15. Go to utrgv.edu/arts for tickets. For questions, 956-665-2230 or 956-665-3881.

February 18

  • The McAllen Performing Arts Center presents the next Broadway in the Rio Grande Valley production, Mrs. Doubtfire, at 7:30 p.m. Based on the beloved film, it tells the heartfelt story of an out-of-work actor who will do anything for his kids. The MPAC box office can be reached at 956-681-3801 and is located at 801 Convention Center Blvd. Individual tickets range from $35-85, plus fees and can be purchased on ticketmaster.com. Group orders of 10 can save by calling 877-690-2929 or emailing [email protected].

February 19-22

  • The South Texas College Theatre & Dance Department Spring Black Box will feature The Odyssey, Homer’s epic tale in an action-packed adaptation using masks, music, mime, and percussion as he battles monsters, resists temptation, and defies the gods to return home. It takes place at the Cooper Center for Performing Arts, 3200 W. Pecan Blvd., McAllen. General admission is $5 for the productions. Tickets can be purchased online or at the door (cash/check only). Tickets go on sale one month before each performance and can be purchased at southtexascollege.edu/go/theatre. For more information, call 956-872-2301 or email at [email protected].

April 25

  • The South Texas College Theatre & Dance Department presents the STC Dance Showcase, Transcendence 2026, by the STC Dance Collective. Celebrate the power of movement in this collection of contemporary dance works by STC students, community members, and local professionals. It takes place at the Cooper Center for Performing Arts, 3200 W. Pecan Blvd., McAllen. General admission is $5 for the productions. Tickets can be purchased online or at the door (cash/check only). Tickets go on sale one month before each performance and can be purchased at southtexascollege.edu/go/theatre. For more information, call 956-872-2301 or email at [email protected].

May 5

  • The McAllen Performing Arts Center presents the next Broadway in the Rio Grande Valley production, Clue, at 7:30 p.m. Murder and blackmail are on the menu when six mysterious guests assemble at Boddy Manor for a night they’ll never forget. Based on the movie and inspired by the classic board game, this is the ultimate whodunit. The MPAC box office can be reached at 956-681-3801 and is located at 801 Convention Center Blvd. Individual tickets range from $35-85, plus fees and can be purchased on ticketmaster.com. Group orders of 10 can save by calling 877-690-2929 or emailing [email protected].

June 3

  • The McAllen Performing Arts Center presents the next Broadway in the Rio Grande Valley production, Hadestown, at 7:30 p.m. Welcome to Hadestown, where a song can change one’s fate. Intertwining two mythic tales – that of young dreamers Orpheus and Eurydice, and that of King Hades and his wife Persephone – the production is a haunting and hopeful theatrical experience. The MPAC box office can be reached at 956-681-3801 and is located at 801 Convention Center Blvd. Individual tickets range from $35-85, plus fees and can be purchased on ticketmaster.com. Group orders of 10 can save by calling 877-690-2929 or emailing [email protected].

June 25-27

  • The South Texas College Theatre & Dance Department season finale is the Fifth Annual South Texas New Play Festival. STXNPF returns with a full workshop production of a standout play from last year’s staged readings, plus three new scripts selected through a blind submission process. It takes place at the Cooper Center for Performing Arts, 3200 W. Pecan Blvd., McAllen. General admission is $5 for the productions. Tickets can be purchased online or at the door (cash/check only). Tickets go on sale one month before each performance and can be purchased at southtexascollege.edu/go/theatre. For more information, call 956-872-2301 or email at [email protected].
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