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SUMMARY:Access to Hope Gala: En Carnaval 2026
DESCRIPTION:Access to Hope Gala: En Carnaval 2026\nJoin the Access to Hope Gala: En Carnaval on Saturday\, October 24\, 2026\, at the McAllen Convention Center for an elegant evening combining celebration\, community and a meaningful cause.\n \nTickets\n \nCelebrate an evening of elegance and purpose at the Access to Hope Gala: En Carnaval\, presented by the Access Esperanza Clinics Board of Directors on Saturday\, October 24\, 2026\, at the McAllen Convention Center. Enjoy cocktails\, dinner\, an auction and dancing while supporting Access Esperanza Clinics’ breast and cervical cancer initiative.\n \nAn Elegant Evening Supporting Cancer Screening and Care in the Rio Grande Valley\nProceeds from this year’s gala will support Access Esperanza Clinics’ breast and cervical cancer initiative\, helping enhance access to essential cancer screenings and care for the community.\n \n \nExperience En Carnaval at the McAllen Convention Center on October 24\, 2026\nThe evening begins with cocktails at 6:00 PM\, followed by dinner at 7:30 PM\, an auction at 8:30 PM and dancing beginning at 9:00 PM. Guests are encouraged to dress in Classy Sunset Attire for the En Carnaval celebration.\n \nThe Access to Hope Gala: En Carnaval invites the Rio Grande Valley community to an elegant evening of celebration\, entertainment and purpose on Saturday\, October 24\, 2026\, at the McAllen Convention Center in McAllen\, Texas.\nPresented by the Access Esperanza Clinics Board of Directors\, this special fundraising gala brings together supporters for a memorable evening while helping expand access to essential cancer screenings and care in the community.\nThis year’s En Carnaval theme will transform the evening into a colorful and sophisticated celebration inspired by the energy and elegance of Carnaval. Guests are encouraged to embrace the occasion in Classy Sunset Attire\, complementing an evening designed around vibrant style\, community and philanthropy.\nThe festivities begin at 6:00 PM with cocktails\, providing guests an opportunity to mingle and enjoy the atmosphere before the evening’s dinner. Dinner begins at 7:30 PM\, followed by the event’s auction at 8:30 PM. At 9:00 PM\, guests can take to the dance floor and continue the celebration.\nBeyond the festivities\, the Access to Hope Gala supports an important mission in the Rio Grande Valley.\nProceeds from this year’s gala will support Access Esperanza Clinics’ breast and cervical cancer initiative\, helping enhance access to essential cancer screenings and care. Access Esperanza Clinics serves more than 14\,000 patients each year\, making the gala an opportunity for attendees to enjoy an extraordinary evening while contributing to healthcare access within the community.\nThe McAllen Convention Center provides the setting for this year’s celebration. Located in the heart of McAllen’s Convention Center District\, the venue will welcome gala guests for an evening that combines dining\, entertainment\, fundraising and community engagement under one roof.\nWhether attending to support the mission of Access Esperanza Clinics\, participate in the evening’s auction\, connect with fellow community members or simply experience the En Carnaval celebration\, guests can look forward to an evening centered around making a meaningful difference.\nMark your calendar for Saturday\, October 24\, 2026\, and join the Access Esperanza Clinics Board of Directors for the Access to Hope Gala: En Carnaval at the McAllen Convention Center.\nCome dressed for the occasion\, celebrate with the community and help support expanded access to breast and cervical cancer screenings and care throughout the region.\nAbout Access Esperanza Clinics\nAccess Esperanza Clinics has commitment to providing high-quality\, affordable healthcare services in Hidalgo County\, since 1964.\nAccess to Hope Gala is a celebration of the preventive healthcare services we offer to individuals of low-income communities.\nAccess Esperanza Clinics is a non-profit 501(c)(3) family planning agency. We were founded in 1964 by the Reverend Bruce Galloway and members of the First United Methodist Church in Mission\, Texas. Their goal was to help people break the cycle of poverty and improve quality of life in our community. Today\, we continue that legacy with our four health centers located in McAllen\, Mission\, Edinburg and Weslaco. In 2025\, we provided family planning care to over 14\,000 patients.\nAccess Esperanza Clinics provides high quality and affordable preventative healthcare services. Proceeds from Access to Hope Gala will help individuals in need with wellness exams\, screenings for breast and cervical cancers\, STI testing/treatment\, and family planning care.\nFor more information please contact Luis B. Heffner\, Chief Development Officer at 956-688-3737.\nEvent Details\nEvent: Access to Hope Gala: En CarnavalDate: Saturday\, October 24\, 2026Venue: McAllen Convention CenterLocation: McAllen\, Texas\nSchedule:6:00 PM – Cocktails7:30 PM – Dinner8:30 PM – Auction9:00 PM – Dancing\nAttire: Classy Sunset Attire\nPresented By: Access Esperanza Clinics Board of Directors\nBenefiting:  Access Esperanza Clinics’ breast and cervical cancer initiative\n \n 
URL:https://stayinmcallen.com/events/access-to-hope-gala-en-carnaval-2026/
LOCATION:McAllen Performing Arts Center\, 801 Convention Center Boulevard\, McAllen\, TX\, 78501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Convention Center
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SUMMARY:Saxet Gun Show
DESCRIPTION:The Saxet Gun Show in McAllen at the McAllen Convention Center\nSaxet Gun Show is back to the McAllen Convention Center! Experience the best show for hunters to enthusiasts looking for some rare collectibles. Don’t miss out on this show!\nTickets are sold at the door for $8.
URL:https://stayinmcallen.com/events/saxet-gun-show-35/
LOCATION:McAllen Convention Center\, 700 Convention Center Blvd\, McAllen\, TX\, 78501\, United States
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