Issue No. 15
Hell'N Heels, Dire Straits Legacy, and Flight 14 Countdown.
August 13, 2026 · Weekend of August 14 – 16
What's good, 956. Hell'N Heels brings two cabaret shows to Edinburg on Saturday, Downtown at Sundown wraps its summer season in Harlingen, and Dire Straits Legacy closes things out at Payne Arena on Sunday. Between SAXET, island fireworks, state-park adventures, and late-night music, this weekend has plenty going on. Here's your 956 guide for August 14–16.
🚀 SpaceX Alert — Flight 14 Still Targets Late August
Starship Flight 14 remains tentatively targeted for the end of August, pending regulatory approval. During SpaceX's first earnings call, Elon Musk said the company plans to attempt its first-ever catch of the returning Ship with Starbase's launch-tower arms on the next flight. It is a target — not a confirmed launch date — so keep an eye on the weather and closure notices as the window gets closer. Grab the free RGV viewing guide so you are ready when Starbase posts its next update.
🌟 Friday, August 14
Monty Martinez brings the Cry Baby listening party to Bert Ogden Arena for a Friday-night Valley stop.
Texas country artist Kayla Jane plays a Friday-night show on the Island.
A kids-focused mercadito from the RGV Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and Mija Media House.
A ranger-led nature walk through Estero Llano Grande, built for all ages and experience levels.
Ride with a park naturalist to spot wildlife and learn the history of Bentsen-RGV State Park.
Friday fireworks return across the Island — including LongBoard, Henrietta's Bayfront Restaurant, and the beach near Courtyard Marriott.
🎸 Saturday, August 15
SAXET brings its guns, outdoor products, and accessories show back to the McAllen Convention Center for the weekend.
A one-night-only cabaret experience at the historic Citrus Theatre, with two Saturday performances.
Harlingen closes out the season with Draft and The Riddims, food vendors, and local makers at Lozano Plaza.
San Benito's third-Saturday market brings vendors and music to the historic downtown district.
Learn the basics with park staff and equipment supplied; registration is required and the session is for ages eight and up.
A ranger-guided after-dark hike where the night's wildlife sightings are part of the surprise.
Live music options stretch across South Padre, from LongBoard and Lobo del Mar to the SPI Wine Bar and Wanna Wanna Inn.
☀️ Sunday, August 16
Catch the final day of the McAllen convention-center show before it wraps for the weekend.
The Dire Straits tribute show brings iconic rock songs to The Box Theater inside Payne Arena.
The weekend championship takes to the course at South Padre Island Golf Club.
A narrated two-hour tour aboard a quiet electric tram through the wildlife of Estero Llano Grande.
Wrap the weekend with live music, waterfront views, and a full day at LongBoard.
See you next week. Keep it 956. 🤘
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