The McAllen Food Truck Park will remain open through the holiday season, with operations now scheduled to conclude January 14, 2027, according to a statement issued Thursday by Michael Fallek, McAllen City Commissioner District 5.
The announcement extends the previously announced December 14 closing date disclosed November 11 by the McAllen Chamber of Commerce, which operates the initiative at 10 N. Broadway.
City Commissioner Michael Fallek said the extension followed discussions with Chamber leadership and city staff to provide additional time for the entrepreneurs operating at the site.
“It is always sad to see a beloved program end, especially when we know it has given so many people the opportunity to start a business and make a lasting impact in our community,” Fallek said.
The food truck park was established 11 years ago with support from the City of McAllen. Fallek said the city values the entrepreneurial spirit and character the participating vendors have brought to District 5.
The Chamber recently evaluated the property’s future and the practical needs associated with its operations. According to Fallek, the decision to transition the space was based on limited parking options and the Chamber’s need to focus its property and resources on its core operations.
“At its core, the decision to transition the space comes down to limited parking options and the Chamber’s need to focus its property and resources on its core operations,” Fallek said.
The commissioner said he supports the local businesses and has been directly involved in discussions with Chamber leadership and city staff regarding the transition.
“I strongly support our small businesses, which is why I have been directly engaged with Chamber leadership and City staff to ensure these entrepreneurs are supported,” he said.
Fallek confirmed that the parties worked to extend the operating timeline through the holiday season.
“I am pleased to share that we have worked to extend the timeline, keeping the park open throughout the holiday season until the middle of January, with operations officially concluding on January 14, 2027,” he said.
The commissioner also indicated that efforts are underway to identify alternative locations where the affected businesses could potentially continue operating.
“More importantly, we are actively looking for other sites to potentially allow for the continuation of these businesses,” Fallek said.
He said he would continue working with the Chamber and the local business community to identify opportunities for the vendors and other small businesses throughout McAllen.
The Chamber’s November 11 announcement highlighted the initiative’s 11-year history and its contribution to local entrepreneurship.
Established in the summer of 2015, the McAllen Food Truck Park began as a pilot program with four food trucks. It eventually expanded to 12 rotating vendor spaces and provided opportunities for more than 35 food businesses, according to the Chamber.
The initiative was designed to give entrepreneurs an affordable entry point into the food service industry while demonstrating the viability of food truck parks in the region.
The Chamber also noted that McAllen adopted an ordinance in 2022 establishing a regulatory framework for privately operated food truck parks throughout the community.
With the original pilot program approaching its conclusion, Fallek encouraged residents to support the participating businesses during their remaining months at the location.
“We have an opportunity to give these entrepreneurs an incredible, profitable holiday season. I encourage all of McAllen to go out, grab some great food, and support these local businesses over the coming months,” Fallek added.
The McAllen Food Truck Park is scheduled to officially conclude operations January 14, 2027.
