Non-CITY Special Events Resources

Contact Information

Victor Reta
Department Director
Office: (915) 860-8615
Cell: (915) 319-0125 Vreta@costx.us

Elizabeth Borjon
Community Liaison
Office: (915) 860-8615
Cell: (915) 282-1037     EBorjon@costx.us

Xochi Marquez
Multimedia Specialist Office: (915) 860-8615
Cell: (915)238-0287
XMarquez@costx.us

Location

901 N. Rio Vista Rd.
Socorro TX. 79927

Monday – Thursday
8:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Friday
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

special events

The City of Socorro has a population just over 35,000 as estimated since the growth of the 2010 Census.  Since it is re-incorporation in 1986 the City of Socorro has grown in community & opportunities. As part of the City’s Quality of Life strategies, the City’s special events include strategies for bringing new & existing residents together under the shared leadership of the City Council.  The special events team actively works together with partnering sponsors, organizations, agencies, businesses, and vendors to consistently push the boundaries of what is capable of providing the community with a wide array of experiences to build on family memories. By City Policy, absolutely no campaigning or campaign propaganda are allowed onto City Events. 

2026 Fright faRM & NATIONAL NIGHT OUT!

The City of Socorro is proud to present our 2026 Fright Farm & National Night Out—a family-friendly fall tradition bringing our community together for an evening of spooky fun, excitement, and community connection! Join us on Friday, October 23, 2026, from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM at the Rio Vista Center, 901 N. Rio Vista Rd., Socorro, TX 79927, for a night packed with Halloween thrills and activities for the whole family. Come dressed in your best costume, brave our Fright Farm Haunted House, enjoy rides and games, and spend the evening with your friends, family, and neighbors!

The celebration will include:

-Fright Farm Haunted House
-Costume Contest
-Rides, games, and activities
-Local vendors
-Family-friendly Halloween fun
-National Night Out activities and community engagement

Admission is FREE, and all are welcome!

Bring the whole family and join us for a frightfully fun night at Rio Vista! For questions or more information: HELLO@COSTX.US

2026 Veterans Parade!

The City of Socorro is proud to present our 2026 Veterans Parade—a special community tradition honoring the brave men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces.

Join us on Sunday, November 8, 2026, as we come together as a community to recognize our veterans, celebrate their service, and express our gratitude for the sacrifices they and their families have made for our nation.

The 2026 Veterans Parade will proudly feature veterans, military organizations, community groups, local schools, businesses, elected officials, and organizations from throughout our region. The parade route will begin at Bulldog Championship Park and travel to the festival grounds at Cougar Park, where the community celebration will continue..

The celebration will include:

– Veterans and military organizations
– Community organizations and local businesses
– School groups and marching participants
– Decorated vehicles and parade entries
– Patriotic displays and community participation
– A community-wide salute to those who have served

Participation and attendance are FREE, and all are welcome!

Interested in being part of this year’s celebration? Applications are now available for Vendor Permits, Parade Entries, and Car Show Submissions. Bring your family, wear your red, white, and blue, and help us line the parade route as Socorro comes together to say thank you to our veterans.

For questions or more information: HELLO@COSTX.US or (915) 860-8615

community calendar

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annual community events

The Special Events department is responsible for the execution of engaging, educational, and transformative community events tailored for the whole family. The City’s special events are a time honored tradition which brings together the community through various historic, cultural, and civic themes to connect our community. The events department is consistently brainstorming to evolve the attractions and entertainment to not only showcase hometown talent, but welcome community feedback in order to be more inclusive and diverse.

Color Run & Easter eggstravaganza

Movies under the stars (MUTS)

operation noel

annual community celebrations

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