Issue No. 12
Eslabon Armado, Arts & Literacy Festival, and Flight 13 Abort.
July 23, 2026 · Weekend of July 24 – 26
What's good, 956. Eslabon Armado brings their Amor Nocturno Tour to McAllen, Brownsville hosts the massive 2026 Arts & Literacy Festival at Linear Park, and Starship Flight 13 was aborted at the last second. Here's everything happening this weekend.
🚀 SpaceX Alert — Starship Flight 13 Abort & Next Attempt
Flight 13 was aborted at the last second on July 16. Telemetry showed four engines on the Super Heavy booster didn't ignite as planned, triggering an automatic abort just before liftoff. SpaceX founder Elon Musk stated the engines will be removed and replaced. The next launch attempt is targeted for Thursday, July 23 at 6:45 PM Central. Grab the free RGV viewing guide so you're ready for the second attempt.
🌟 Friday, July 24
Cool off and catch a movie right from the water at Gonzalez Pool in Brownsville.
Bring a blanket and chairs for a free outdoor screening of the classic Space Jam.
Live music on the bay with Chris Rivera in the afternoon and Dirty Birdies taking over at night.
🎸 Saturday, July 25
A massive free family event at Linear Park featuring arts and crafts, local authors, interactive workshops, and a live youth art contest.
The Valley's newest soccer team, the RGV Red Crowns, takes on BTX Soccer Club in Harlingen.
Live music all day on the deck leading right into the Saturday night fireworks over the bay.
☀️ Sunday, July 26
The record-breaking regional Mexican group brings their massive Amor Nocturno Tour to the McAllen PAC.
Sunday Funday on the water with Longtrain at noon, Enlace at 4 PM, and Arzalez closing out the weekend.
See you next week. Keep it 956. 🤘
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