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Come visit historic Downtown Harlingen, a designated Texas
Main Street district, and experience art, history, unique shops, restaurants
and popular events among historic architecture, towering palms and unique
vistas. Come downtown for the Jackson Street Market Days (every first
Saturday) and partake in one of the Valley's largest outdoor
venues featuring vendors, food, music, handmade crafts, plants, collectibles
and one of a kind treasures as well as the shops offering everything from
antiques, sports team merchandise, records, jewelry, fashion, health and beauty
, sweets and more!
The Art scene is happening in Downtown Harlingen.
Participate in Harlingen Art Night ( every last Friday) and experience Downtown
Harlingen in the evening with art exhibition openings, artist
receptions, gallery walks, live and original music, poetry, food and
vendors and enjoy the many colorful, larger-than-life-size murals celebrating
Valley history and culture. Enjoy a variety of delicious locally owned
restaurants serving delicious food and drink, and featuring live
music. There is ample free parking and be sure to visit the
Downtown Office at 209 Jackson St. and pick up some brochures, see what is
available for rent or sale, and view a display of historic photographs of
Downtown Harlingen.
MISSION STATEMENT:
To coordinate improvements, promotions, and economic redevelopment
activities in Downtown Harlingen, in partnership with various public and
private groups and individuals.
VISION STATEMENT:
Downtown Harlingen is a thriving and vibrant area of economically
viable and unique businesses with activities that attract local citizens and
visitors. An attractive streetscape, renovated buildings of diverse
architectural styles, and an appealing mix of restaurants, shops, offices, and
housing entices residents and businesses to invest in the historic city
center.
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