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A Taste of New York City
You can get a taste of New York City here in downtown Harlingen at New York Deli II. From their well-known Reuben sandwich to their burgers, soups, and salads, you're sure to find a new favorite on their menu.
Laisa Chavez Macias
Aug 273 min read


J & B’s Café: Where Good Food, History, and Community Meet
J&B's Cafe, a downtown Harlingen staple, has a rich history beyond the nearly 10 years they have been open under this name.
Remi Gibbs
Feb 254 min read


Parade Goes Retro with 'A Groovy Christmas' Theme
Downtown Harlingen is gearing up for the annual Christmas parade on December 6 at 6 pm. This year's theme is "A Groovy Christmas."
Abigail Muniz-Garcia
Nov 26, 20242 min read


Cheers! Enjoy Your Meal!
Downtown Harlingen's newest restaurant, Provecho y Salud, features elevated Mexican cuisine and scratch cocktails.
Remi Gibbs
Sep 26, 20243 min read


Cute Crafts Change Career
UTRGV alum Jacklynn Renteria pivots from pursuing a job in the criminal justice field to creating her own art shop, La La Land Market.
Steven Hughes
Sep 26, 20242 min read


Honoring Mexican Heritage: Fiesta de Piñatas
Fiesta de Pinatas is a new event that will celebrate Mexican heritage with food, live music, and colorful pinatas in downtown Harlingen.
Steven Hughes
Aug 28, 20242 min read


A Taste of Tora
The Chang family moved to the RGV and have opened two coffee shops in 7 years. Menu includes mochi donuts, teas from Thailand, and cookies.
Remi Gibbs
Aug 28, 20243 min read


Beat the Heat: Downtown at Sundown
Started two years ago, Downtown at Sundown is an evening market held in downtown Harlingen to accommodate hot summer temps.
Abigail Muniz-Garcia
Jul 25, 20242 min read


Harlingen’s Music Organizer and Hip-Hop Artist
Isaac "Amani" Newman is an up-and-coming hip hop artist and music organizer who hosts open mic nights Tuesdays at Luna Sky Lounge.
Steven Hughes
Jun 26, 20242 min read


Colletti's: Where Family Tradition Meets Culinary Excellence
Colletti's, a favorite for Valentine's Day, is a Sicilian family-owned restaurant that prides itself on authentic dishes.
Lisa Campos
Jan 25, 20243 min read


A Four-in-One at Chyann’s
Chyann's Specialty Cafe is a unique restaurant in downtown Harlingen, owned by a mother and daughter duo.
Lisa Campos
Dec 25, 20232 min read


Explore Harlingen Magazine - November 2023 Issue Info and Pickup Locations
Information about the Explore Harlingen Magazine, November issue. Find out where you can pick up a local copy.
Lisa Campos
Oct 27, 20232 min read


Ghost Hunting in Historic Downtown Harlingen
Leaux Leaux Paranormal Investigations LLC conducts ghost hunting tours in downtown Harlingen every weekend in October.
Lisa Campos
Oct 3, 20232 min read


Events in Harlingen: June 2023
I have decided to write a blog to let you know about events occurring in Harlingen each month. Here's my compilation of events for June...
Lisa Campos
Jun 4, 20232 min read


Events in Harlingen: May 2023
Community events in Harlingen for May 2023
Lisa Campos
Apr 28, 20232 min read


Christmas in Harlingen 2022
Explore Harlingen's list of Christmas activities in Harlingen for 2022.
Lisa Campos
Nov 15, 20222 min read


New Event: Downtown at Sundown
Downtown at Sundown is a new monthly event in Downtown Harlingen.
Lisa Campos
Aug 26, 20221 min read


Christmas in Harlingen 2021
Christmas/holiday activities in Harlingen, Texas (and surrounding towns) for 2021.
Lisa Campos
Nov 3, 20212 min read


Halloween in Harlingen 2021
Halloween activities in Harlingen, Texas (and surrounding towns) for 2021.
Lisa Campos
Sep 16, 20214 min read


Market Days is Back!
One of everyone’s favorite community events, Market Days, returned on May 1, 2021. This event is held on Jackson Street on the first...
Lisa Campos
May 6, 20211 min read
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