Events in San Benito, TX

An in-store competition centered on the Gundam Card Game. Participants play tournament matches and put their strategies to the test in an organized setting.

Celebrate Dieciséis de Septiembre with a festive run offering 5K and 1 mile options. Expect lively music, abundant energy, and a strong sense of community throughout. Age group awards will be presented, and the finish line celebration features tacos and aguas frescas. Bright, fiesta-inspired attire is encouraged to match the celebratory spirit.

Fridays feature in-store tournament play for the Digimon Card Game. The tournament centers on head-to-head competition in a structured format.

United We Run brings a 5K to McKelvey Park. Participants take on a 5-kilometer course at the park.

RGV Out of the Darkness Walk at Vestal Park centers on suicide prevention and the belief that deeper understanding leads to prevention. Suicide is the 11th leading cause of death in the United States. Funds raised during the walk directly support research, advocacy, and educational programs in schools, workplaces, and communities across Texas. Registration is free and simple, and taking part contributes to efforts that save lives and bring hope to those affected by suicide.

Settle into aerial silks for a restorative sound bath enhanced by crystal bowls, a gong, metal bowls, crystal pyramids, swinging chimes, an ocean drum, and both koshi and kenari chimes. Tapas will be served, and WYLD Blackberry Lemon 10 mg THC infused sparkling water is available for those 21 and older, entirely optional. The cost is $40 and capacity is limited to 10 participants. Cancellations are nonrefundable.

This event centers on chess at The Cave, with opportunities to win prizes.

The BiG Hearts BiG Heroes Masquerade Ball offers an unforgettable evening at the Brownsville Events Center where every heart has a place, heroes have a chance to shine, and guests leave inspired. This celebration highlights how, when faith meets ability, extraordinary things happen.

At the Mitte Cultural District, Night at the Museum 2026 features dueling pianos along with music, food, drinks, and an auction. More information will be shared.

Fans of Megan Hollingshead can find her at The Comic Cave in Sunrise Mall, followed by an appearance at the 2nd edition of PokeCon RGV at the dome at Brownsville Sports Park.

Texas Wrestling Entertainment returns to Mercedes, Texas with hard hitting professional wrestling, Texas style. Taking place at Mercedes KC Hall Event Center, this event is held during Hispanic Heritage Month.

Lunadas del Valle brings an evening of poetry, storytelling, music, and art to Búho Bookstore in downtown Brownsville. Curated by and featuring artist Michael Jones, the program includes readings by Juan M. Perez alongside additional voices. Daniel García Ordaz, also known as The Poet Mariachi, serves as emcee, with live music to be announced. Featured readers are scheduled for 7 to 12 minutes each, followed by an open mic as time allows with 5 minutes per participant. Admission is free and the event is presented by the Seven To Eight Poetry Project. Inspired by the long-standing Mexican tradition of lunadas held under the full moon, this gathering may be hosted indoors or outdoors to accommodate Rio Grande Valley heat. Attendees are welcome to donate new or gently used books to Brownsville’s only independent bookstore, though donations are optional.

Rescheduled to make room for more vendors, this Un Verano Sin Ti pop-up market takes place at Ambassador Event Center. Admission is free. Guests can enter a $50 cash prize raffle, and the first 30 attendees will receive complimentary tote bags. Organizers are seeking vendors to participate.

This event celebrates the launch of Gundam Card Game ST11-14. It is centered on the release of ST11-14 for the Gundam Card Game.

An aerial yoga class led by Paula, a certified Unnata Aerial Instructor. Suitable for all levels, the session uses silks as supportive props to help you explore and refine your practice. Registration and payment are handled online in advance. Refunds are not available. If you cannot attend, you may give your spot to a friend and should let the organizers know who will be coming. For comfort and to protect the silks, avoid jewelry, zippers, and heavy perfume, and wear a shirt that covers the armpits.

Brownsville’s first Coffee Festival brings together fresh, locally roasted coffees from around the globe for a community celebration at Market Square Plaza. Explore tasting flights, meet specialty exhibitors, and learn about the journey from crop to cup through free demonstrations and workshops. Enjoy music and food available for purchase, with plenty of opportunities to connect with friends and family. Tickets are required for the Coffee Tasting. General Attendee Coffee Tickets are $20 plus fees in advance and include six tastings and access to specialty coffee exhibitors. VIP Coffee Tickets are $35 plus fees in advance and include early entry one hour before general admission, a commemorative event mug, and ten tastings. Premium VIP Coffee Tickets are $40 plus fees in advance and include all VIP benefits, plus early access to the roasters and sample bites from local restaurants and pastries during the first hour.

Kick off the FS13 and FS14 release with a Dragon Ball Fusion World Starter Deck Battle built to welcome new and returning players. The event encourages current players to invite friends, learn together, and enjoy matches in a friendly, beginner-focused atmosphere. Participants receive a Participation Promo Pack.

The Brownsville Spooktacular Craft & Vendor Market brings Halloween spirit and fall charm to Sunrise Mall in Brownsville. Explore a family-friendly marketplace filled with local sellers offering handmade creations, tasty treats, festive home décor, costumes, gifts, and other autumn and Halloween-themed merchandise. It is a cheerful place to discover seasonal goodies, decorating ideas, and one-of-a-kind presents. Makers and small businesses are welcome too. Vendor registration is open with limited space, providing an opportunity to showcase products to families, trick-or-treaters, and enthusiastic seasonal shoppers.

This 100th anniversary celebration honors a century of service to the Harlingen community and beyond with music, activities, a special awards presentation, dinner, a cash bar, door prizes, and a silent auction. The gathering takes place at Stefano's Brooklyn Pizza and is open to all. Admission is $35 per person. RSVP is required through a simple two-step registration, and payment is accepted by check, debit or credit card, PayPal, Venmo, or Apple Pay.

This chip timed race features both a 5K and a 1 mile option, with awards given by age group. Expect a playful scare in the spirit of the theme and keep those feet flying so the cucuy never catches up.

A Halloween special edition of Poké Fiesta comes to Brownsville, Texas with a family-friendly day of activities. Expect trading card game tournaments, gaming, vendor booths, and a community trunk-or-treat. Admission is free.

The One Piece EB-05 Release Event will be run in a constructed format. More information will be announced as the event approaches. The event includes 16 participation packs and one winner pack.

This special release centers on BLEACH: Thousand-Year Blood War and will be run in Shield format using BLEACH: Thousand-Year Blood War Vol.3 booster packs. Two sealed build options are available. In the booster-only version, participants open five booster packs and assemble a deck as close to 60 cards as possible, with no color restrictions and no limit on the number of copies sharing a card number. In the Starter plus Booster version, each participant opens one Starter and five booster packs, then builds a deck with the same 60 card target, no color limits, and no cap on duplicates by card number. The release kit for this event includes 16 participation cards, 16 release packs, and 1 winner card.

This UNION ARENA Special Release Event for Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War offers two ways to play. It can run as a Shield format that uses the Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War Vol. 3 booster pack, or as a Constructed format. For booster-only sealed, each participant opens five boosters, then builds a deck as close to 60 cards as possible with no color limits and no restriction on repeating the same card number. A starter plus booster sealed option is also available, where each player opens one starter and five boosters and follows the same deck size target and duplicate and color guidelines. In Constructed, competitors bring a Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War deck of any color, and play uses the One Battle format. For stores running Constructed, it is recommended that decks be prepared in advance using products such as the Advanced Deck UE01DC, Booster Packs Vol. 3 UEX08BT, Vol. 2 UEX01BT, and UE01BT, as well as the Starter Deck UE01ST and UE01ST PRE. The release kit for this event includes sixteen participation cards, sixteen release packs, and one winner card.

A candlelit salute to British rock unfolds at the Historic Alonso Building in Brownsville as the Listeso String Quartet interprets music by Queen and The Beatles. The planned set includes favorites such as Here Comes the Sun, Blackbird, Help!, Come Together, Yesterday, and All You Need Is Love, alongside Queen classics like Love of My Life, Another One Bites the Dust, I Want to Break Free, We Are the Champions, We Will Rock You, Radio Ga-Ga, and Bohemian Rhapsody, all shaped for strings in an intimate, glowing atmosphere. This 60-minute concert offers a multi-sensory experience in a historic setting. Doors open one hour before the performance and late entry is not permitted. The event welcomes ages 8 and older, with anyone under 16 accompanied by an adult. The venue is ADA accessible, and seating is assigned within each zone on a first come, first served basis.

Experience a candlelit tribute to Bad Bunny at the Historic Alonso Building in Brownsville, where his hits are reimagined for string quartet in an intimate, immersive setting. The program is set to include NUEVAYol, Si Estuviésemos Juntos, La Canción, La Noche de Anoche, Yonaguni, Moscow Mule, Callaíta, Ojitos Lindos, Me Porto Bonito, Tití Me Preguntó, un 100xto, BAILE INoLVIDABLE, and the DtMF - LA MuDANZA medley. The performance runs 60 minutes, doors open 60 minutes beforehand, and late entry is not permitted once the concert begins. Seating within each zone is assigned on a first come, first served basis. Guests must be at least 8 years old, and anyone under 16 must attend with an adult. The venue is ADA compliant. Music is performed by a Listeso string quartet. Multiple dates and times are available.

Now in its second year, the Collector’s Collision Convention takes place at the Harlingen Convention Center as a two-day gathering for collectors. This edition expands with a larger guest lineup, more vendors, and a high-energy atmosphere. Special guests will be announced closer to the event. Opportunities are open for vendors and food vendors who want to participate.