Issue No. 6
Pickle fests, World Cup fever, and a Starship on ice
June 11, 2026 · Weekend of June 12 – 14
Hey 956 👋
We're rolling into the middle of June, and the Valley is packed. The USA plays Paraguay in the World Cup this Friday, Harlingen is throwing a massive pickle festival, and Ralph Barbosa is bringing his Red 40 Tour to McAllen. Over at Starbase, the FAA investigation continues — but Booster 20 just passed cryo testing, which means Flight 13 is getting closer. Here's everything worth doing this weekend, June 12–14.
🚀 SpaceX Update — Flight 13 Getting Closer
Starship Flight 13 is still grounded while the FAA mishap investigation from Flight 12 wraps up — but hardware is moving fast. Booster 20 passed its first cryo proof test at Massey's this week, and the community is eyeing late June to early July for the next launch attempt. Boca Chica is quiet, but not for long. Grab the free RGV viewing guide so you're ready when it happens.
☀️ Friday, June 12
Watch Team USA take on Paraguay on the big screen at Linear Park with food vendors, drinks, and the whole city showing up.
Rising Texas country star Braxton Keith plays Payne Arena on his 2026 tour.
An RGV hip-hop showcase at Luna Sky Lounge featuring Royal Towerz, Amani, Hypnoticss, and Klip Dagga.
The Camille Playhouse kicks off its summer run of Shakespeare's classic tragedy — runs through June 21.
A night of old school anthems and freestyle classics at Fuego Night Club on the island.
🌴 Saturday, June 13
Harlingen's 2nd annual pickle festival with live music, drinks, food trucks, and a pickle-eating contest.
One of comedy's fastest-rising stars brings his sharp, relatable stand-up to the McAllen Performing Arts Center.
The Texas International Produce Association's inaugural fishing tournament — trout and flounder, out of LongBoard's.
Summer fireworks over the Laguna Madre bay, with Enlace at noon, Chris Rivera at 4:30 PM, and Texas Dream at 9 PM at LongBoard.
Two chances to catch the Camille Playhouse production — a 2 PM matinee and a 7 PM evening show.
🌿 Sunday, June 14
Last chance this weekend to catch Shakespeare at the Camille Playhouse before the run continues next weekend.
Close out the weekend on the water with Longtrain at noon, Enlace at 4 PM, and Ache de Barrio closing out the night at 8 PM.
That's your weekend, 956. Get out there and make it count. 🤘
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