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Weslaco Area Chamber of Commerce
301 W. Railroad St.
Weslaco, TX 78596
Local: (956) 968-2102
Toll-Free: (888) 968-2102
Onion Fest 2008
Sweet onion blossoms, dancing horse shows, and a wide mix of musical entertainment will come together for a sweet celebration at the Texas Rio Grande Valley Onion Fest on Saturday, April 5, 2008, from 10 am - 9 pm at Weslaco City Park!
Onion Fest celebrates the development of the world famous Texas 1015 Onion which was developed in Weslaco, Texas, by Dr. Leonard Pike at the Texas A&M University Extension Service.
Whether you are new to Onion Fest or have attended in years past, you will find something "new and exciting" this year! New attractions like our Internet Café, Farmer's Market, or new evening entertainment line-up will keep you, your family & friends sizzling for more fun all day long!
Festival admission is $5 for adults; $4 for seniors; and $2 for children.
Save a dollar and buy your advance ticket for $4 at the Weslaco Chamber of Commerce
Parking is now FREE and will be offered on the east and north side of the park. Three entrances will be open for you to conveniently enter in the celebration! View our map for directions to the park and a layout of the festival grounds.
We invite you to bring your lawn chairs, sit down, relax, and enjoy a 'sweet' day in Weslaco!
2008 Onion Festival Corporate Sponsors
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