Noche Magica - 11th Annual McAllen Holiday Parade

The 11th Annual McAllen Holiday Parade proudly presented Noche Mágica—a night filled with lights, magic, and holiday cheer. The festivities kicked off with a Holiday Musical Extravaganza featuring the UTRGV Marching Band, McAllen High School dancers, and a dazzling fireworks display. Stadium visitors were treated to a live performance by Mateo Adalberto Lopez, the world’s youngest mariachi, who sang the National Anthem.

During the parade, over 265,000 visitors from all over Texas experienced exciting attractions, including over 63 illuminated floats, SPI’s Vuelta Zone and balloon spin-off, celebrity guests, and new iconic helium balloon characters like Hello Kitty and SpongeBob. The McAllen Holiday Parade left visitors with hearts full of joy and memories to cherish until next year’s celebration.