Frontera Fest 2026 Officially Canceled in Harlingen
· Telemundo McAllen (KTLM)
HARLINGEN, Texas — Organizers of Frontera Fest 2026 have officially announced the cancellation of the event that was set to take place in Harlingen, confirming that ticket buyers and participating vendors will receive refunds. In a statement posted on their social media, the promoters indicated that the decision was made due to 'circumstances beyond the promoters' control,' without providing further details on the reasons for the festival's cancellation. The organizers expressed regret over the decision and thanked artists, vendors, sponsors, workers, collaborators, and community members who supported the project. According to the announcement, all purchased tickets will be automatically refunded using the original payment method. Vendors who paid for a space at the festival will also receive a full refund in the same manner. Meanwhile, the City of Harlingen announced via a social media post that it was notified of the cancellation by promoter Louie Guillen and clarified that Frontera Fest was not an event organized or sponsored by the city. The city stated that inquiries related to ticket refunds or vendor spaces should be directed to Guillen at 956-742-2907 or via email at admin@fronterafest.net. Additionally, food vendors who specifically obtained a health permit from the City of Harlingen for Frontera Fest can request a refund for that permit by contacting the Health Department at 956-216-5220 or cortiz@harlingentx.gov. So far, organizers have not indicated whether the festival will be rescheduled for a later date.
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