SQUEEZE THE DAY

March 28, 2026 | 10 AM to 10 PM
ACE Center
315 W McIntyre St
Edinburg, TX 78541

RSVP: https://texasfolklife.app.neoncrm.com/nx/portal/neonevents/events?path=%2Fportal%2Fevents%2F38051

Spend the day with Texas Folklife in the Rio Grande Valley for a full celebration of music, culture, and living tradition.

Daytime Programming | 10 AM to 2 PM

Threads of Tradition, 2nd Annual Festival
A vibrant daytime showcase celebrating women artisans from across Texas. Artists will share and sell their work while offering interactive experiences that invite the community to create alongside them.

Interested in participating in Threads of Tradition as an artisan? Apply now through March 5, 2026. Threads of Tradition Application link: https://form.jotform.com/250794228150052

Conjunto Sustainability Sessions
Thoughtful conversations and workshops designed for nonprofit leaders, musicians, and cultural workers committed to sustaining conjunto music in Texas. These sessions focus on legacy, strategy, and ensuring this vital tradition continues for future generations.

Evening Programming | 5:30 PM to 10 PM

The Big Squeeze Semi Finals
Texas’ top youth accordionists take the stage to compete for a place in the 2026 Finals in Houston. These young musicians represent the future of accordion traditions across our state.

Closing Performance: Los Texmaniacs
The evening concludes with a performance by Grammy Award winning conjunto powerhouse Los Texmaniacs.

Support provided by MindPop, Texans for the Arts, and HEB