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McAllen Holiday Parade - Noche Mágica
2024-12-07 15:30 - 23:00 (America/Chicago) | McAllen Veterans Memorial Stadium, 2001 N Bicentennial Blvd, McAllen, TX, United States
The McAllen Holiday Parade has been named the Best Parade in the World and the Best Parade in Texas by international and state event industry organizations.
The 2024 McAllen Holiday Parade presented by H-E-B and powered by Bert Ogden Fiesta Dealerships, Reliant Energy ®, McAllen International Airport, Lone Star National Bank and South Padre Island will kick off with Christmas in the Park and end with the parade that has has captivated hearts nationwide since 2014.
The McAllen Holiday Parade goes through 1.5 miles throughout McAllen, kicking off at McAllen Veterans Memorial Stadium and heading south on Bicentennial Blvd. towards Business 83.
For more update information visit our comprehensive breakdown of tickets, volunteering, and routes here >> Everything you need to know about the 2024 McAllen Holiday Parade – Noche Mágica
Visit mcallenholidayparade.com for the official line up.

South Pole Illuminated Festival
2024-12-17 08:00 - 17:00, 2024-12-18 08:00 - 17:00, 2024-12-19 08:00 - 17:00, 2024-12-20 08:00 - 17:00, 2024-12-21 08:00 - 17:00, 2024-12-22 08:00 - 17:00, 2024-12-23 08:00 - 17:00, 2024-12-24 08:00 - 17:00 and 4 more dates | TX

South Pole Illuminated Festival
2024-12-20 08:00 - 17:00, 2024-12-21 08:00 - 17:00, 2024-12-22 08:00 - 17:00, 2024-12-23 08:00 - 17:00, 2024-12-24 08:00 - 17:00, 2024-12-25 08:00 - 17:00, 2024-12-26 08:00 - 17:00, 2024-12-27 08:00 - 17:00 | Texas

Winter Solstice Celebration
2024-12-21 16:30 - 18:30 | Quinta Mazatlan, 600 Sunset Dr, McAllen, TX, United States
Celebrate the Winter Solstice with us at Quinta Mazatlan! Join us on Saturday, December 21st, from 4:30-6:30 PM for a magical evening filled with live music from Velvet Jazz, local food vendors, birdwatching, art activities, and a festive luminary walk. Enjoy seasonal crafts like birdseed ornaments, leaf art, and take home a free Christmas Cholla pot (while supplies last)! Admission: $5 (Tickets online quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com & in person)Free offsite parking & shuttle at 1400 Wichita Ave.Don’t miss this special celebration of nature and the changing season!

Pajama Christmas feat Grupo Caribe
2024-12-21 18:00 - 22:00 | McAllen Food Park, 10 N Broadway St, McAllen, TX, United States
McAllen Food Park presents Pajama Christmas!
Join us on Saturday, December 21 from 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. at 10 N. Broadway St., McAllen for a festive evening filled with fun, food, and holiday cheer!
Enjoy live music by Grupo Caribe from 8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Indulge in tasty treats from a variety of food trucks Shop unique arts & crafts from local vendors It’s the perfect time to do your Christmas shopping while supporting local businesses!
Come dressed in your coziest pajamas and get into the holiday spirit!
Snap a family pic at the photo booth and let the memories last!
Plus, kids will receive a free gift!
Don’t miss out—see you there for an unforgettable night of holiday fun!

NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet
2024-12-26 15:00 - 19:00 | McAllen Performing Arts Center, 99 Center Ln, McAllen, TX, United States
Give the gift of NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet to the whole family. Celebrate America’s favorite Christmas tradition with an international all-star cast. The 2024 tour unveils reimagined scenes crafted by acclaimed choreographer Viktor Davydiuk blending classical ballet with jaw-dropping acrobatics, larger than life puppets and stunning hand-crafted sets and costumes. Share the tradition of pure holiday magic and Tchaikovsky’s timeless score with friends and family of all ages. Don’t miss this chance to create memories of a lifetime. Get tickets now!
December 26th, 3:00pm and 7:00pm
