Jackson Street — Attraction in Harlingen

Local first Saturday of month street market - about 3 blocks long of booths. It is located on Jackson Street between Commerce and 4th in Harlingen. If you go on Commerce East from hwy you will pass the arch which is the start. We found street parking - we went around 10ish (opens at 9). If summer bring hat and suntan lotion. Some local musicians set up throughout walk and in the center there is a cluster of local food booths (fair type foods _ tacos, blooming onions, etc.) with limited seating. Although we like to do this in AM and go to the Texas Smoke BBQ and watering hole for lunch - great moist brisket and mac and cheese in Harlingen near Hwy - (see my review) This street market is like a flea market with some china, glassware and antiques, records, comic books, knives, soaps, jewelry and a few craft booths and t shirts. A...

Street markets are always an interesting experience. Jackson Street market days is an experience to have if you are ever in Harlingen,TX on the first Saturday morning of the month. Walking through a historical downtown district makes it just that bit more of an enjoyable time. Different street vendors that are selling a variety items are lined up on both sides of Jackson st. From kettle popcorn,live music,crafts & local artist paintings it is all here. Just remember that if you go in the summer, South Texas heat starts early so wear comfortable shoes and cool attire. Freindly smiles and super nice vendors is fantastic part of this...

Either the posting is wrong or needs more clarification. We could see the streets were closed off. We saw signs on the street that noted this is only on first Saturday. At 2:30p we saw food trucks setting up on the street that was blocked off. We asked someone and they said that the market started at 6. This doesn't match what we are seeing on the website. So we were disappointed considering all the great reviews. We drove from McAllen to attend, but oh well. The only thing open from 9-3 were the existing businesses on the street. We may go back at 6 if we don't leave...