# Event Details

- **Event Name**: VIPF
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 23 Apr, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Sun, 26 Apr, 2026 at 11:00 am (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: Save the dates April 23-26, 2026

The Rio Grande Valley International Poetry Festival returns for year 19. Register and be part of this amazing festival. We will have food, readings, a book fair, featured poets, workshops, and panels. Our visit to Gloria Anzaldúa’s grave in Hargill will conclude on Sunday morning, April 26th. 

Register here: https://www.valleypoetryfest.org/vipf-register

For submission guidelines for Boundless anthology here: https://www.valleypoetryfest.org/boundless-anthology

For panel and workshop considerations here: rgvipf@gmail.com

Teachers and professors who would like a school visit here: rgvipf@gmail.com

Small presses that want to be part of the book fair: rgvipf@gmail.com
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/mcallen/vipf/200029370689637
- **Event Categories**: art, literary-art, festivals, workshops
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 36

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Mcallen
- **state**: TX
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 1218 N 15th St, McAllen, TX, United States, Texas
- **lat**: 26.21586
- **long**: -98.23321
- **full address**: 1218 N 15th St, McAllen, TX, United States, Texas

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is VIPF being held?
  - **A:** VIPF takes place on Thu, 23 Apr, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Sun, 26 Apr, 2026 at 11:00 am at 1218 N 15th St, McAllen, TX, United States, Texas.
- **Q**: Who is organizing VIPF?
  - **A:** VIPF is organized by Rio Grande Valley International Poetry Festival.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** VIPF is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Mcallen, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If VIPF sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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