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14Events this week
1Free things to do
90New spots
93New stories

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This week in Harlingen

Five picks from this week's calendar. See all 14 events, day by day →

Digimon Card Game Store Tournament

Friday 6pm · Olympus Cards and Comics

United We Run

Saturday 8am · McKelvey Park

RGV Out of the Darkness Walk

Saturday 9am · Vestal Park · Free

De Parranda Live

Saturday 5pm · Mustang Lounge

Space Fest

Thursday 1pm · Downtown Brownsville

New in Harlingen

Places that opened, reopened, or earned a mention this month — the ones we'd go back to.

Desiree's Spa & Massage

Health & Wellness

Treat-yourself timeout: Desiree's Spa & Massage blends calming vibes with serious skills, from Ashiatsu deep-tissue massage and the glow-boosting Platinum Hydro-Derm Facial to nail care, waxing, a salt room, and a sauna.

desireesspa.com

Luby's

Restaurants

Craving classic comfort: Luby's is the reliable, family-friendly cafeteria-style spot for Texas-inspired entrees, sides, and desserts when you want comfort without the dishes.

lubys.com

Modern Lash Spa and Salon

Beauty

Confident lashes, local vibes: Modern Lash Spa and Salon specializes in lash extensions that leave you looking fresh and feeling confident.

mlspaandsalon.com

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Most read in Harlingen

The five stories Harlingen readers clicked most this month, from the daily editions.

  1. Frontera Fest Canceled Days Before Scheduled Rio Grande Valley Debut

    Frontera Fest, a three-day outdoor music festival scheduled for September 11-13 in Harlingen, Texas, has been cancelled just days before its scheduled opening.

    Full story at ksabfm.iheart.com

  2. Brownsville shrimper suspects SpaceX debris ruined $12K in fishing gear

    A Brownsville shrimp boat captain, Juan Pablo Sandoval Perez, claims that something underwater damaged his fishing equipment and forced his crew off the water.

    Full story at krgv.com

  3. From the archives: Gladys Porter Zoo officially opens in the Valley

    The Gladys Porter Zoo officially opened in the Rio Grande Valley in 1971, becoming one of the biggest attractions in the area.

    Full story at myrgv.com

  4. Gonzalez: Weslaco is 'all in' on Blue Zones project - Rio Grande Guardian

    Weslaco Mayor Adrian Gonzalez has stated that the City of Weslaco is committed to pursuing the Blue Zones initiative, a public health initiative aimed at improving long-term quality of life and setting a healthier foundation for the next generation.

    Full story at riograndeguardian.com

  5. Lithium Universe Brownsville Refinery Study Signals Strong Economics and Competitive Edge

    Esports Mogul Limited (AU:LU7), a subsidiary of the company Lithium Universe, has announced a pre-feasibility study for a lithium refinery in Brownsville, California.

    Full story at tipranks.com

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