Free events in Harlingen, TX

Hosted at the Boys & Girls Club of Harlingen, this community-focused gathering is presented in partnership with the HCISD FACE team. Families can get ready for the new school year and connect with more than 30 community partners. Admission is free for all HCISD families, and ACE families are invited to attend.

Enjoy a free neighborhood block party as the Mobile Recreation Unit brings a summer stop to Morningside Park. This family-friendly gathering welcomes neighbors and friends with a traveling setup that includes an inflatable water slide, portable basketball hoops, tricycles, hula hoops, arts and crafts, and other outdoor activities. Snacks are available while supplies last. Expect splashing and water play, so dress for getting wet and bring a towel.

A free, family-friendly gathering focused on collecting school supplies to support a local school, with the specific school to be announced. Vendors and car clubs are invited to participate and help build a strong community turnout. Vehicle entries contribute $15 worth of school supplies, and vendor spaces are $25. For information, contact Suqueiry at 956-346-5746 or Juan at 956-243-5070.

An official groundbreaking celebrates Villas Las Lagunas in Brownsville, presented in partnership with the Brownsville Chamber of Commerce. The milestone marks the start of a gated neighborhood centered on modern, low-maintenance living for the Rio Grande Valley. Attendees can enjoy light refreshments, hear about the community vision and next steps, and preview what is planned for the property. Villas Las Lagunas is set to provide options for both homeownership and rental living, along with resort-inspired amenities such as a clubhouse with a fitness center, a swimming pool, pickleball and basketball courts, walking paths, a dog park, and more. Homes in the Villas Home Collection are energy efficient and include contemporary finishes, smart home technology, and fiber connectivity.